From 4ed72c4c6bd3f898d9b0250935971884ed1eaf01 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2020 14:18:05 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 01/45] A light pipeline to build, lint, test, release internally --- .gitlab-ci.yml | 66 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Makefile | 2 +- 2 files changed, 67 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) create mode 100644 .gitlab-ci.yml diff --git a/.gitlab-ci.yml b/.gitlab-ci.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..d2611b8f30 --- /dev/null +++ b/.gitlab-ci.yml @@ -0,0 +1,66 @@ +# +# This pipeline is primarily for linting and unittests. Mostly it's a +# Gitlab mirror of `azure-pipelines.yml` to ensure the consistency +# with the style of original repository, so that a future pull request +# to the upstream microsoft/nni can be possible and straight-forward. +# +# GitLab Mirror pull does not trigger this pipeline. +# +# If we moving the repo to GitHub petuum/nni as a fork sometime to the +# upstream microsoft/nni, this file can be deprecated at that time. +# + +stages: + - build-lint-test + - release + +azure_pipeline: + stage: build-lint-test + image: python:3.6 + tags: + - docker + before_script: + - apt-get update + - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential + script: + - python3 -m pip install --upgrade pip setuptools + - python3 -m pip install coverage + - echo "##vso[task.setvariable variable=PATH]${HOME}/.local/bin:${PATH}" + # displayName: 'Install python tools' + - source install.sh + # displayName: 'Install nni toolkit via source code' + - ln -s /tmp//nni-yarn/bin/yarn /usr/local/bin/yarn + - cd src/nni_manager + - yarn eslint + # uncomment following 2 lines to enable webui eslint + - cd ../webui + - yarn eslint + - cd ../../ + # displayName: 'Run eslint' + - python3 -m pip install torch==1.5.0+cpu torchvision==0.6.0+cpu -f https://download.pytorch.org/whl/torch_stable.html + - python3 -m pip install tensorflow==2.2.0 + - python3 -m pip install keras==2.4.2 + - python3 -m pip install gym onnx peewee thop + - apt-get install swig -y + - nnictl package install --name=SMAC + - nnictl package install --name=BOHB + # displayName: 'Install dependencies' (for unittest) + - cd test + - source scripts/unittest.sh + + +release_wheel: + stage: release + image: python:3.6 + only: + - petuum-dev + - tags + tags: + - docker + before_script: + - apt-get update + - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential + script: + - cd deployment/pypi + - make petuum=true build + - make petuum=true upload diff --git a/Makefile b/Makefile index 3458bfbea9..9334a3d007 100644 --- a/Makefile +++ b/Makefile @@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ build: # All-in-one target for non-expert users # Installs NNI as well as its dependencies, and update bashrc to set PATH .PHONY: easy-install -easy-install: check-perm +# easy-install: check-perm easy-install: install-dependencies easy-install: build easy-install: install From 41bade3615456ec59b046b476697aa15e75000de Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sagar Shah Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2020 00:37:16 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 02/45] Add AdaptDL --- .gitlab-ci.yml | 7 + .../trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml | 23 ++ .../trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py | 201 ++++++++++++++ examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml | 21 ++ examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 27 ++ .../trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py | 145 +++++++++++ examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json | 4 + kubeconfig | 24 ++ setup.py | 2 +- .../config/adl/adaptdl-crd-v1.json | 17 ++ .../adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json | 18 ++ .../config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json | 27 ++ .../config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json | 73 ++++++ src/nni_manager/main.ts | 11 +- src/nni_manager/package.json | 1 + .../rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts | 7 + .../kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts | 43 +++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts | 59 +++++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts | 70 +++++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlJobRestServer.ts | 22 ++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 245 ++++++++++++++++++ .../kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts | 26 ++ .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 88 +++++++ src/sdk/pynni/nni/platform/__init__.py | 2 +- src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py | 17 +- src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py | 13 + tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py | 19 +- tools/nni_cmd/launcher.py | 12 +- 28 files changed, 1216 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml create mode 100644 examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml create mode 100644 examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json create mode 100644 kubeconfig create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-crd-v1.json create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobRestServer.ts create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts diff --git a/.gitlab-ci.yml b/.gitlab-ci.yml index d2611b8f30..a74d9a1da1 100644 --- a/.gitlab-ci.yml +++ b/.gitlab-ci.yml @@ -23,6 +23,12 @@ azure_pipeline: - apt-get update - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential script: + - export KUBECONFIG="`pwd`/kubeconfig" + - curl -o aws-iam-authenticator https://amazon-eks.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/1.17.7/2020-07-08/bin/linux/amd64/aws-iam-authenticator + - chmod +x ./aws-iam-authenticator + - mkdir -p $HOME/bin + - cp ./aws-iam-authenticator $HOME/bin/ + - export PATH=$PATH:$HOME/bin - python3 -m pip install --upgrade pip setuptools - python3 -m pip install coverage - echo "##vso[task.setvariable variable=PATH]${HOME}/.local/bin:${PATH}" @@ -45,6 +51,7 @@ azure_pipeline: - nnictl package install --name=SMAC - nnictl package install --name=BOHB # displayName: 'Install dependencies' (for unittest) + - python3 -m pip install --extra-index-url http://pypi.int.petuum.com:8080/simple --trusted-host pypi.int.petuum.com adaptdl==0.1.16.dev32+g8fe97ba5d - cd test - source scripts/unittest.sh diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..f62f716fb4 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml @@ -0,0 +1,23 @@ +authorName: default +experimentName: cifar_adl +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 1h +maxTrialNum: 10 +nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.69 +trainingServicePlatform: adl +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + builtinTunerName: TPE + classArgs: + optimize_mode: maximize +trial: + command: python3 /root/apps/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 1 + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:cifar10-adl + imagePullSecrets: + - name: stagingsecrets + checkpoint: + storageClass: dfs + storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..65091953e9 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py @@ -0,0 +1,201 @@ +'''Train CIFAR10 with PyTorch on AdaptDL.''' +from __future__ import print_function +import argparse +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.optim as optim +import torch.nn.functional as F +import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn + +import torchvision +import torchvision.transforms as transforms + +import os +import argparse +import logging + +from models import * +from utils import progress_bar + +import nni + +import adaptdl +import adaptdl.torch as et + + +_logger = logging.getLogger("cifar10_pytorch_automl") +IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 +_logger.info("====> Is chief? " + str(IS_CHIEF)) + +trainloader = None +testloader = None +net = None +criterion = None +optimizer = None +device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' +adaptdl.torch.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() else "gloo") +best_acc = 0.0 # best test accuracy + +def prepare(args): + global trainloader + global testloader + global net + global criterion + global optimizer + + # Data + print('==> Preparing data..') + transform_train = transforms.Compose([ + transforms.RandomCrop(32, padding=4), + transforms.RandomHorizontalFlip(), + transforms.ToTensor(), + transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), + ]) + + transform_test = transforms.Compose([ + transforms.ToTensor(), + transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), + ]) + + trainset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=True, download=True, transform=transform_train) + trainloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(trainset, batch_size=128, shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + + testset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=False, download=False, transform=transform_test) + testloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(testset, batch_size=100, shuffle=False, num_workers=2) + + #classes = ('plane', 'car', 'bird', 'cat', 'deer', 'dog', 'frog', 'horse', 'ship', 'truck') + + # Model + print('==> Building model..') + if args['model'] == 'vgg': + net = VGG('VGG19') + if args['model'] == 'resnet18': + net = ResNet18() + if args['model'] == 'googlenet': + net = GoogLeNet() + if args['model'] == 'densenet121': + net = DenseNet121() + if args['model'] == 'mobilenet': + net = MobileNet() + if args['model'] == 'dpn92': + net = DPN92() + if args['model'] == 'shufflenetg2': + net = ShuffleNetG2() + if args['model'] == 'senet18': + net = SENet18() + + net = net.to(device) + if device == 'cuda': + cudnn.benchmark = True + criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() + + if args['optimizer'] == 'SGD': + optimizer = optim.SGD(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr'], momentum=0.9, weight_decay=5e-4) + if args['optimizer'] == 'Adadelta': + optimizer = optim.Adadelta(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) + if args['optimizer'] == 'Adagrad': + optimizer = optim.Adagrad(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) + if args['optimizer'] == 'Adam': + optimizer = optim.Adam(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) + if args['optimizer'] == 'Adamax': + optimizer = optim.Adam(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) + + net = et.ElasticDataParallel(model=net, optimizer=optimizer) + + +# Training +def train(epoch): + global trainloader + global testloader + global net + global criterion + global optimizer + + print('\nEpoch: %d' % epoch) + net.train() + train_loss = 0 + correct = 0 + total = 0 + for batch_idx, (inputs, targets) in enumerate(trainloader): + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + optimizer.zero_grad() + outputs = net(inputs) + loss = criterion(outputs, targets) + loss.backward() + optimizer.step() + + train_loss += loss.item() + _, predicted = outputs.max(1) + total += targets.size(0) + correct += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() + + acc = 100.*correct/total + + progress_bar(batch_idx, len(trainloader), 'Loss: %.3f | Acc: %.3f%% (%d/%d)' + % (train_loss/(batch_idx+1), 100.*correct/total, correct, total)) + +def test(epoch): + global best_acc + global trainloader + global testloader + global net + global criterion + global optimizer + + net.eval() + test_loss = 0 + correct = 0 + total = 0 + with torch.no_grad(): + for batch_idx, (inputs, targets) in enumerate(testloader): + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + outputs = net(inputs) + loss = criterion(outputs, targets) + + test_loss += loss.item() + _, predicted = outputs.max(1) + total += targets.size(0) + correct += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() + + acc = 100.*correct/total + + progress_bar(batch_idx, len(testloader), 'Loss: %.3f | Acc: %.3f%% (%d/%d)' + % (test_loss/(batch_idx+1), 100.*correct/total, correct, total)) + + # Update best_acc + acc = 100.*correct/total + if acc > best_acc: + best_acc = acc + return acc, best_acc + + +if __name__ == '__main__': + # NOTE: auto size adjustment is only works on SGD for Adaptdl!!! + # TODO: check tensorboard with `adaptdl._env.get_job_name()` + parser = argparse.ArgumentParser() + parser.add_argument("--epochs", type=int, default=60) + + args, _ = parser.parse_known_args() + + try: + RCV_CONFIG = nni.get_next_parameter() + _logger.info(RCV_CONFIG) + + prepare(RCV_CONFIG) + acc = 0.0 + best_acc = 0.0 + stats = et.Accumulator() + for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(args.epochs): + _logger.info("##############################") + _logger.info(epoch) + _logger.info("##############################") + + train(epoch) + acc, best_acc = test(epoch) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_intermediate_result(acc, stats) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_final_result(best_acc) + except Exception as exception: + _logger.exception(exception) + raise diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..eba18a8068 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml @@ -0,0 +1,21 @@ +authorName: default +experimentName: example_lr +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 1h +maxTrialNum: 10 +#choice: local, remote, pai +trainingServicePlatform: local +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +#choice: true, false +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner, GPTuner + #SMAC (SMAC should be installed through nnictl) + builtinTunerName: TPE + classArgs: + #choice: maximize, minimize + optimize_mode: minimize +trial: + command: python3 linear_regression.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 0 diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..af174730a4 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +authorName: default +experimentName: lr_adl +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 1h +maxTrialNum: 10 +nniManagerIp: 10.20.100.181 +trainingServicePlatform: adl +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +#choice: true, false +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner, GPTuner + #SMAC (SMAC should be installed through nnictl) + builtinTunerName: TPE + classArgs: + #choice: maximize, minimize + optimize_mode: minimize +trial: + command: python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 0 + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit@sha256:e3b01e8ae9f54e8b1298c9ef9679cfaaee77162a34a7e3fa39b17098e2685223 + imagePullSecrets: + - name: stagingsecrets + checkpoint: + storageClass: dfs + storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..84b347e327 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py @@ -0,0 +1,145 @@ +# Copyright 2020 Petuum, Inc. All Rights Reserved. +# +# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); +# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. +# You may obtain a copy of the License at +# +# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 +# +# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software +# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, +# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. +# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and +# limitations under the License. + +# Fast and lightweight linear regression solver to test +# adaptdl functionality. +# From https://github.com/pytorch/examples/blob/master/regression/main.py + + +from __future__ import print_function +from itertools import count +import os + +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.optim as optim +import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn +from torch.utils.data import Dataset + +import argparse +import adaptdl +import adaptdl.torch as et + + +from torch.optim.lr_scheduler import MultiStepLR +import torch.nn.functional as F + +import nni + + +IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 +device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' + + +class Trainer(object): + def __init__(self, model, optim, lr_scheduler): + self.model = model + model.train() + self.optim = optim + self.lr_scheduler = lr_scheduler + + self.criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() + + # Training + def train(self, inputs, targets): + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + self.optim.zero_grad() + outputs = self.model(inputs) + loss = F.smooth_l1_loss(outputs, targets) + loss.backward() + self.optim.step() + return {"Loss": loss.item()} + + +def main(params): + et.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() + else "gloo") + + POLY_DEGREE = 4 + W_target = torch.randn(POLY_DEGREE, 1) * 5 + b_target = torch.randn(1) * 5 + + + # Define model + fc = torch.nn.Linear(W_target.size(0), 1) + + net = fc.to(device) + if device == 'cuda': + cudnn.benchmark = True + + if params["autoscale_bsz"]: + max_batch_size = 8 * params["bs"] + local_bsz_bounds = (32,1024) + else: + max_batch_size = None + local_bsz_bounds = None + + def make_features(x): + """Builds features i.e. a matrix with columns [x, x^2, x^3, x^4].""" + x = x.unsqueeze(1) + return torch.cat([x ** i for i in range(1, POLY_DEGREE+1)], 1) + + def f(x): + """Approximated function.""" + return x.mm(W_target) + b_target.item() + + class SimpleDataset(Dataset): + def __init__(self, size): + random = torch.randn(size) + x = make_features(random) + y = f(x) + 0.25 * torch.randn(1) + self.data = list(zip(x, y)) + + def __getitem__(self, index): + return self.data[index] + + def __len__(self): + return len(self.data) + + dataset = SimpleDataset(10000) + dataloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(dataset, batch_size=params["bs"], shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + + optimizer = optim.SGD(net.parameters(), lr=params["lr"], momentum=0.9, + weight_decay=5e-4) + lr_scheduler = MultiStepLR(optimizer, [30, 45], 0.1) + + net = et.ElasticDataParallel(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) + trainer = Trainer(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) + + # Accumulator is an api of adaptdl to record training status. + accum = et.Accumulator() + for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(params["epochs"]): + for inputs, targets in dataloader: + batch_stat = trainer.train(inputs, targets) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_intermediate_result(batch_stat["Loss"], accum) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_final_result(batch_stat["Loss"]) + + +def get_params(): + parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(description='Linear Regression Training') + parser.add_argument('--bs', default=128, type=int, help='batch size') + parser.add_argument('--lr', default=0.1, type=float, help='learning rate') + parser.add_argument('--epochs', default=90, type=int, help='number of epochs') + parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=False, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') + args = parser.parse_args() + return args + + +if __name__ == '__main__': + tuner_params = nni.get_next_parameter() + params = vars(get_params()) + params.update(tuner_params) + main(params) diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..eeb59c651f --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json @@ -0,0 +1,4 @@ +{ + "bs":{"_type":"choice","_value":[64,96,128]}, + "lr":{"_type":"choice","_value":[0.1,0.01,0.001]} +} diff --git a/kubeconfig b/kubeconfig new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..7250339f7c --- /dev/null +++ b/kubeconfig @@ -0,0 +1,24 @@ +apiVersion: v1 +clusters: +- cluster: + server: https://871A33974B15A7D202FE49CA46E169AF.yl4.us-west-2.eks.amazonaws.com + certificate-authority-data: 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+ name: kubernetes +contexts: +- context: + cluster: kubernetes + user: aws + name: aws +current-context: aws +kind: Config +preferences: {} +users: +- name: aws + user: + exec: + apiVersion: client.authentication.k8s.io/v1alpha1 + command: aws-iam-authenticator + args: + - "token" + - "-i" + - "sagar-nni" diff --git a/setup.py b/setup.py index 99f183e80d..157f33c2c2 100644 --- a/setup.py +++ b/setup.py @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ def read(fname): author = 'Microsoft NNI Team', author_email = 'nni@microsoft.com', description = 'Neural Network Intelligence project', - long_description = read('README.md'), + long_description = '', license = 'MIT', url = 'https://github.com/Microsoft/nni', diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-crd-v1.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-crd-v1.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..368a184168 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-crd-v1.json @@ -0,0 +1,17 @@ +{ + "apiVersion": "apiextensions.k8s.io/v1beta1", + "kind": "CustomResourceDefinition", + "metadata": { + "name": "adaptdljobs.adaptdl.petuum.com" + }, + "spec": { + "group": "adaptdl.petuum.com", + "version": "v1", + "scope": "Namespaced", + "names": { + "plural": "adaptdljobs", + "singular": "adaptdljob", + "kind": "AdaptDLJob" + } + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..ab20e966d1 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json @@ -0,0 +1,18 @@ +{ + "apiVersion": "v1", + "kind": "ConfigMap", + "metadata": { + "name": "", + "ownerReferences": [ + { + "apiVersion": "adaptdl.petuum.com/v1", + "kind": "AdaptDLJob", + "name": "", + "uid": "" + } + ] + }, + "data": { + "run.sh": "" + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..b98c1ef902 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +{ + "apiVersion": "v1", + "kind": "PersistentVolumeClaim", + "metadata": { + "name": "", + "ownerReferences": [ + { + "apiVersion": "adaptdl.petuum.com/v1", + "kind": "AdaptDLJob", + "name": "", + "uid": "" + } + ] + }, + "spec": { + "accessModes": [ + "ReadWriteMany" + ], + "resources": { + "requests": { + "storage": "" + } + }, + "storageClassName": "", + "volumeMode": "Filesystem" + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..c800287d94 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json @@ -0,0 +1,73 @@ +{ + "apiVersion": "adaptdl.petuum.com/v1", + "kind": "AdaptDLJob", + "metadata": { + "name": "", + "labels": { + "app": "", + "expId": "", + "trialId": "" + } + }, + "spec": { + "template": { + "spec": { + "containers": [ + { + "command": ["/run.sh"], + "env": [ + { + "name": "ADAPTDL_CHECKPOINT_PATH", + "value": "/adaptdl/checkpoint" + }, + { + "name": "ADAPTDL_SHARE_PATH", + "value": "/adaptdl/share" + } + ], + "image": "", + "name": "main", + "resources": { + "limits": { + "nvidia.com/gpu": 1 + } + }, + "volumeMounts": [ + { + "mountPath": "/adaptdl/checkpoint", + "name": "adaptdl-pvc", + "subPath": "adaptdl/checkpoint" + }, + { + "mountPath": "/adaptdl/share", + "name": "adaptdl-pvc", + "subPath": "adaptdl/share" + }, + { + "mountPath": "/run.sh", + "name": "adaptdl-nni-configmap", + "subPath": "run.sh" + } + ] + } + ], + "imagePullSecrets": [], + "volumes": [ + { + "name": "adaptdl-pvc", + "persistentVolumeClaim": { + "claimName": "" + } + }, + { + "name": "adaptdl-nni-configmap", + "configMap": { + "name": "", + "defaultMode": 511 + } + } + ] + } + } + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/main.ts b/src/nni_manager/main.ts index baa60bc998..3a3a39d07a 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/main.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/main.ts @@ -19,6 +19,7 @@ import { NNIManager } from './core/nnimanager'; import { SqlDB } from './core/sqlDatabase'; import { NNIRestServer } from './rest_server/nniRestServer'; import { FrameworkControllerTrainingService } from './training_service/kubernetes/frameworkcontroller/frameworkcontrollerTrainingService'; +import { AdlTrainingService } from './training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService'; import { KubeflowTrainingService } from './training_service/kubernetes/kubeflow/kubeflowTrainingService'; import { LocalTrainingService } from './training_service/local/localTrainingService'; import { RouterTrainingService } from './training_service/reusable/routerTrainingService'; @@ -34,7 +35,11 @@ function initStartupInfo( } async function initContainer(foreground: boolean, platformMode: string, logFileName?: string): Promise { - if (platformMode === 'local') { + if (platformMode === 'adl') { + Container.bind(TrainingService) + .to(AdlTrainingService) + .scope(Scope.Singleton); + } else if (platformMode === 'local') { Container.bind(TrainingService) .to(LocalTrainingService) .scope(Scope.Singleton); @@ -94,7 +99,7 @@ async function initContainer(foreground: boolean, platformMode: string, logFileN function usage(): void { console.info('usage: node main.js --port --mode \ - --start_mode --experiment_id --foreground '); + --start_mode --experiment_id --foreground '); } const strPort: string = parseArg(['--port', '-p']); @@ -114,7 +119,7 @@ const foreground: boolean = foregroundArg.toLowerCase() === 'true' ? true : fals const port: number = parseInt(strPort, 10); const mode: string = parseArg(['--mode', '-m']); -if (!['local', 'remote', 'pai', 'kubeflow', 'frameworkcontroller', 'paiYarn', 'dlts', 'aml'].includes(mode)) { +if (!['adl', 'local', 'remote', 'pai', 'kubeflow', 'frameworkcontroller', 'paiYarn', 'dlts', 'aml'].includes(mode)) { console.log(`FATAL: unknown mode: ${mode}`); usage(); process.exit(1); diff --git a/src/nni_manager/package.json b/src/nni_manager/package.json index 11f4adfc5b..8ee1de4032 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/package.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/package.json @@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ "main": "index.js", "scripts": { "build": "tsc", + "testp": "mocha -r ts-node/register", "test": "nyc mocha -r ts-node/register -t 15000 --recursive **/*.test.ts --exclude node_modules/**/**/*.test.ts --colors", "start": "node dist/main.js", "watch": "tsc --watch", diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts index 1b33925a78..97649f7e06 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts @@ -93,6 +93,13 @@ export namespace ValidationSchemas { minFailedTaskCount: joi.number(), minSucceededTaskCount: joi.number() }) + }), + imagePullSecrets: joi.array({ + name: joi.string().min(1).required() + }), + checkpoint: joi.object({ + storageClass: joi.string().min(1).required(), + storageSize: joi.string().min(1).required() }) }), pai_yarn_config: joi.object({ // eslint-disable-line @typescript-eslint/camelcase diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..5005821838 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts @@ -0,0 +1,43 @@ +// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. +// Licensed under the MIT license. + +'use strict'; + +import * as fs from 'fs'; +import { GeneralK8sClient, KubernetesCRDClient } from '../kubernetesApiClient'; + +/** + * Adl ClientV1 + */ +class AdlClientV1 extends KubernetesCRDClient { + /** + * constructor, to initialize adl CRD definition + */ + public constructor() { + super(); + this.crdSchema = JSON.parse(fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-crd-v1.json', 'utf8')); + this.client.addCustomResourceDefinition(this.crdSchema); + } + + protected get operator(): any { + return this.client.apis['adaptdl.petuum.com'].v1.namespaces('default').adaptdljobs; + } + + public get containerName(): string { + return 'main'; + } +} + +/** + * Adl Client + */ +class AdlClientFactory { + /** + * Factory method to generate operator client + */ + public static createClient(): KubernetesCRDClient { + return new AdlClientV1(); + } +} + +export { AdlClientFactory, GeneralK8sClient }; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..2fb913dba9 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts @@ -0,0 +1,59 @@ +// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. +// Licensed under the MIT license. + +'use strict'; + +/** + * Checkpoint Config + */ +export class CheckpointConfig { + public readonly storageClass: string; + + public readonly storageSize: string; + + constructor(storageClass: string, storageSize: string) { + this.storageClass = storageClass; + this.storageSize = storageSize; + } +} + +/** + * imagePullSecret Config + */ +export class ImagePullSecretConfig{ + public readonly name: string; + + constructor(name: string) { + this.name = name + } +} + +/** + * Trial job configuration for Adl + */ +export class AdlTrialConfig { + public readonly checkpoint: CheckpointConfig; + + public readonly codeDir: string; + + public readonly command: string; + + public readonly gpuNum: number; + + public readonly image: string; + + public readonly imagePullSecrets: ImagePullSecretConfig[]; + + constructor(checkpoint: CheckpointConfig, codeDir: string, + command: string, gpuNum: number, + image: string, imagePullSecrets: ImagePullSecretConfig[]) { + this.checkpoint = checkpoint; + this.codeDir = codeDir; + this.command = command; + this.gpuNum = gpuNum; + this.image = image; + this.imagePullSecrets = imagePullSecrets; + } +} + +export type AdlJobStatus = "Pending" | "Running" | "Starting" | "Stopping" | "Failed" | "Succeeded"; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..6b4b43bba3 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -0,0 +1,70 @@ +// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. +// Licensed under the MIT license. + +'use strict'; + +import { KubernetesCRDClient } from '../kubernetesApiClient'; +import { KubernetesTrialJobDetail} from '../kubernetesData'; +import { KubernetesJobInfoCollector } from '../kubernetesJobInfoCollector'; +import { AdlJobStatus } from './adlConfig'; + +/** + * Collector Adl jobs info from Kubernetes cluster, and update adl job status locally + */ +export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { + constructor(jobMap: Map) { + super(jobMap); + } + + protected async retrieveSingleTrialJobInfo(kubernetesCRDClient: KubernetesCRDClient | undefined, + kubernetesTrialJob: KubernetesTrialJobDetail): Promise { + if (!this.statusesNeedToCheck.includes(kubernetesTrialJob.status)) { + return Promise.resolve(); + } + + if (kubernetesCRDClient === undefined) { + return Promise.reject('kubernetesCRDClient is undefined'); + } + + let kubernetesJobInfo: any; + try { + kubernetesJobInfo = await kubernetesCRDClient.getKubernetesJob(kubernetesTrialJob.kubernetesJobName); + } catch (error) { + // Notice: it maynot be a 'real' error since cancel trial job can also cause getKubernetesJob failed. + this.log.error(`Get job ${kubernetesTrialJob.kubernetesJobName} info failed, error is ${error}`); + + //This is not treat as a error status + return Promise.resolve(); + } + /* eslint-disable require-atomic-updates */ + if (kubernetesJobInfo.status) { + const phase: AdlJobStatus = kubernetesJobInfo.status.phase + switch (phase) { + case 'Pending': + case 'Starting': + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; + kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); + break; + case 'Running': + case 'Stopping': + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'RUNNING'; + if (kubernetesTrialJob.startTime === undefined) { + kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); + } + break; + case 'Failed': + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'FAILED'; + kubernetesTrialJob.endTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp); + break; + case 'Succeeded': + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'SUCCEEDED'; + kubernetesTrialJob.endTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp); + break; + default: + } + } + /* eslint-enable require-atomic-updates */ + + return Promise.resolve(); + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobRestServer.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobRestServer.ts new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..a22b0a78e6 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobRestServer.ts @@ -0,0 +1,22 @@ +// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. +// Licensed under the MIT license. + +'use strict'; + +import * as component from '../../../common/component'; +import { KubernetesJobRestServer } from '../kubernetesJobRestServer'; +import { AdlTrainingService } from './adlTrainingService'; + +/** + * Adl Training service Rest server, provides rest API to support adl job metrics update + * + */ +@component.Singleton +export class AdlJobRestServer extends KubernetesJobRestServer { + /** + * constructor to provide NNIRestServer's own rest property, e.g. port + */ + constructor() { + super(component.get(AdlTrainingService)); + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..d36a54c909 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -0,0 +1,245 @@ +// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. +// Licensed under the MIT license. + +'use strict'; + +import * as fs from 'fs'; +import * as component from '../../../common/component'; + +import { String } from 'typescript-string-operations'; +import { getExperimentId } from '../../../common/experimentStartupInfo'; +import { + NNIManagerIpConfig, TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrialJobStatus +} from '../../../common/trainingService'; +import { delay, generateParamFileName, getVersion, uniqueString } from '../../../common/utils'; +import { TrialConfigMetadataKey } from '../../common/trialConfigMetadataKey'; +// import { validateCodeDir } from '../../common/util'; +// import { NFSConfig } from '../kubernetesConfig'; +import { KubernetesTrialJobDetail } from '../kubernetesData'; +import { KubernetesTrainingService } from '../kubernetesTrainingService'; +import { AdlClientFactory } from './adlApiClient' +import { AdlJobInfoCollector } from './adlJobInfoCollector'; +import { AdlJobRestServer } from './adlJobRestServer'; +import { AdlTrialConfig } from './adlConfig' + +/** + * Training Service implementation for Adl + */ +@component.Singleton +class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements KubernetesTrainingService { + private adlTrialConfig?: AdlTrialConfig; + private readonly adlJobInfoCollector: AdlJobInfoCollector; + private configmapTemplate: any; + private jobTemplate: any; + private pvcTemplate: any; + + constructor() { + super(); + this.adlJobInfoCollector = new AdlJobInfoCollector(this.trialJobsMap); + this.experimentId = getExperimentId(); + this.kubernetesCRDClient = AdlClientFactory.createClient(); + this.configmapTemplate = JSON.parse( + fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.jobTemplate = JSON.parse( + fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.pvcTemplate = JSON.parse( + fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.log.info('Construct Adl training service.'); + } + + public async run(): Promise { + this.log.info('Run Adl training service.'); + this.kubernetesJobRestServer = component.get(AdlJobRestServer); + if (this.kubernetesJobRestServer === undefined) { + throw new Error('kubernetesJobRestServer not initialized!'); + } + await this.kubernetesJobRestServer.start(); + this.kubernetesJobRestServer.setEnableVersionCheck = this.versionCheck; + this.log.info(`Adl Training service rest server listening on: ${this.kubernetesJobRestServer.endPoint}`); + while (!this.stopping) { + // collect metrics for Adl jobs by interacting with Kubernetes API server + await delay(3000); + await this.adlJobInfoCollector.retrieveTrialStatus(this.kubernetesCRDClient); + if (this.kubernetesJobRestServer.getErrorMessage !== undefined) { + throw new Error(this.kubernetesJobRestServer.getErrorMessage); + } + } + this.log.info('Adl training service exit.'); + } + + public async submitTrialJob(form: TrialJobApplicationForm): Promise { + if (this.kubernetesCRDClient === undefined) { + throw new Error('Adl job operator client is undefined'); + } + + if (this.adlTrialConfig === undefined) { + throw new Error('Adl trial config is undefined'); + } + + if (this.kubernetesRestServerPort === undefined) { + const restServer: AdlJobRestServer = component.get(AdlJobRestServer); + this.kubernetesRestServerPort = restServer.clusterRestServerPort; + } + + const trialJobId: string = uniqueString(5); + const adlJobName: string = `nni-exp-${this.experimentId}-trial-${trialJobId}`.toLowerCase(); + const initStatus: TrialJobStatus = 'WAITING'; + const codeDir = "." + const outputDir = "output" + const trialJobDetail: KubernetesTrialJobDetail = new KubernetesTrialJobDetail( + trialJobId, + initStatus, + Date.now(), + codeDir, + form, + adlJobName, + outputDir + ); + + // Create adljob + this.jobTemplate.metadata.name = adlJobName + this.jobTemplate.metadata.labels.app = this.NNI_KUBERNETES_TRIAL_LABEL + this.jobTemplate.metadata.labels.expId = this.experimentId + this.jobTemplate.metadata.labels.trialId = trialJobId + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + .image = this.adlTrialConfig.image; + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + .resources.limits["nvidia.com/gpu"] = this.adlTrialConfig.gpuNum; + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] + .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = adlJobName + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[1] + .configMap.name = adlJobName + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets = this.jobTemplate + .spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets.concat( + this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets); + await this.kubernetesCRDClient.createKubernetesJob(this.jobTemplate); + const k8sadlJob: any = await this.kubernetesCRDClient.getKubernetesJob(adlJobName); + + // Create pvc + this.pvcTemplate.metadata.name = adlJobName; + this.pvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; + this.pvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; + this.pvcTemplate.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig + .checkpoint.storageSize; + this.pvcTemplate.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + await this.genericK8sClient.createPersistentVolumeClaim(this.pvcTemplate); + + // prepare the runscript and convert it to configmap and mount it + this.configmapTemplate.metadata.name = adlJobName; + this.configmapTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; + this.configmapTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; + this.configmapTemplate.data["run.sh"] = await this.prepareRunSh( + trialJobId, form, codeDir, outputDir) + await this.genericK8sClient.createConfigMap(this.configmapTemplate) + + // Set trial job detail until create Adl job successfully + this.trialJobsMap.set(trialJobId, trialJobDetail); + + return Promise.resolve(trialJobDetail); + } + + private async prepareRunSh(jobId: string, + form: TrialJobApplicationForm, + codeDir: string, + outputDir: string): Promise { + if (this.adlTrialConfig === undefined) { + throw new Error('Adl trial config is undefined'); + } + + if (this.kubernetesRestServerPort === undefined) { + throw new Error('Adl rest server port is undefined'); + } + + if (this.nniManagerIpConfig === undefined) { + throw new Error('Adl nniManager ip config is undefined'); + } + + const expId: string = this.experimentId; + const seqId: string = form.sequenceId.toString(); + const command: string = this.adlTrialConfig.command; + const hyperParameters: string = form.hyperParameters.value; + const hyperParametersFile: string = generateParamFileName(form.hyperParameters); + const nniManagerPort: string = this.kubernetesRestServerPort.toString(); + const nniManagerIp: string = this.nniManagerIpConfig.nniManagerIp; + let nniManagerVersion: string = ''; + if (this.versionCheck) { + nniManagerVersion = await getVersion(); + } + + let nvidiaScript: string = ''; + if (this.adlTrialConfig.gpuNum == 0) { + nvidiaScript = 'export CUDA_VISIBLE_DEVICES='; + } + + const runScriptTemplate: string = +`#!/bin/bash +export NNI_PLATFORM=adl +export MULTI_PHASE=false +export NNI_SYS_DIR={0} +export NNI_CODE_DIR={0} +export NNI_OUTPUT_DIR={1} +export NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID={2} +export NNI_EXP_ID={3} +export NNI_TRIAL_SEQ_ID={4} +mkdir -p $NNI_OUTPUT_DIR +{5} +echo '{6}' > $NNI_CODE_DIR/{7} +python3 -m nni_trial_tool.trial_keeper --trial_command '{8}' \ +--nnimanager_ip {9} --nnimanager_port {10} \ +--nni_manager_version '{11}' --log_collection '{12}' +`; + const runScript = String.Format( + runScriptTemplate, codeDir, outputDir, + jobId, expId, seqId, nvidiaScript, + hyperParameters, hyperParametersFile, command, + nniManagerIp, nniManagerPort, nniManagerVersion, + this.logCollection); + return Promise.resolve(runScript); + } + + public async setClusterMetadata(key: string, value: string): Promise { + this.log.info('SetCluster ' + key + ', ' +value); + switch (key) { + case TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP: + this.nniManagerIpConfig = JSON.parse(value); + break; + case TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG: + this.adlTrialConfig = JSON.parse(value); + break; + case TrialConfigMetadataKey.VERSION_CHECK: + this.versionCheck = (value === 'true' || value === 'True'); + break; + case TrialConfigMetadataKey.LOG_COLLECTION: + this.logCollection = value; + break; + default: + } + + return Promise.resolve(); + } + + public getClusterMetadata(key: string): Promise { + let result: string; + switch (key) { + case TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG: + if (this.adlTrialConfig === undefined) { + return Promise.reject(`${key} is not set yet`); + } + + result = JSON.stringify(this.adlTrialConfig); + break; + case TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP: + if (this.nniManagerIpConfig === undefined) { + return Promise.reject(`${key} is not set yet`); + } + + result = JSON.stringify(this.nniManagerIpConfig); + break; + default: + return Promise.reject(`${key} not set`); + } + + return Promise.resolve(result); + } +} +export { AdlTrainingService }; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts index e34b468bb2..a4207e6eb5 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts @@ -19,6 +19,32 @@ class GeneralK8sClient { this.client.loadSpec(); } + public async createConfigMap(configMapManifest: any): Promise { + let result: Promise; + const response: any = await this.client.api.v1.namespaces('default') + .configmaps.post({body: configMapManifest}); + if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { + result = Promise.resolve(true); + } else { + result = Promise.reject(`Create configMap failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + } + + return result; + } + + public async createPersistentVolumeClaim(pvcManifest: any): Promise { + let result: Promise; + const response: any = await this.client.api.v1.namespaces('default') + .persistentvolumeclaims.post({body: pvcManifest}); + if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { + result = Promise.resolve(true); + } else { + result = Promise.reject(`Create pvc failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + } + + return result; + } + public async createSecret(secretManifest: any): Promise { let result: Promise; const response: any = await this.client.api.v1.namespaces('default').secrets diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..4512646265 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -0,0 +1,88 @@ +// Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. +// Licensed under the MIT license. + +'use strict'; + +import * as chai from 'chai'; +import * as chaiAsPromised from 'chai-as-promised'; +import * as fs from 'fs'; +import * as tmp from 'tmp'; +import * as component from '../../common/component'; +import { TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrainingService } from '../../common/trainingService'; +import { cleanupUnitTest, prepareUnitTest } from '../../common/utils'; +import { TrialConfigMetadataKey } from '../common/trialConfigMetadataKey'; +import { AdlTrainingService } from '../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService'; + +// TODO: copy mockedTrail.py to local folder +const localCodeDir: string = tmp.dirSync().name +const mockedTrialPath: string = './training_service/test/mockedTrial.py' +fs.copyFileSync(mockedTrialPath, localCodeDir + '/mockedTrial.py') + +describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { + let skip: boolean = false; + let testAdlTrialConfig : any = JSON.stringify( + { + "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", + "codeDir": ".", + "gpuNum": 0, + "image": "registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit:latest", + "imagePullSecrets": [ + { + "name": "stagingsecrets" + } + ], + "checkpoint": { + "storageClass": "dfs", + "storageSize": "1Gi" + } + }); + let testNniManagerIp: any = JSON.stringify( + `{ + "nniManagerIp": "0.0.0.0" + }`); + let adlTrainingService: AdlTrainingService; + console.log(tmp.dirSync().name); + + before(() => { + chai.should(); + chai.use(chaiAsPromised); + prepareUnitTest(); + }); + + after(() => { + cleanupUnitTest(); + }); + + beforeEach(() => { + adlTrainingService = component.get(AdlTrainingService); + adlTrainingService.run() + }); + + afterEach(() => { + adlTrainingService.cleanUp(); + }); + + it('Set and get cluster metadata', async () => { + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP, testNniManagerIp); + let data:string = await adlTrainingService.getClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG); + chai.expect(data).to.be.equals(testAdlTrialConfig); + }); + + it('Submit job', async () => { + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP, testNniManagerIp); + // submit job + const form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { + sequenceId: 0, + hyperParameters: { + value: 'mock hyperparameters', + index: 0 + } + }; + const jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); + await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); + }).timeout(3000000); +}); diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/platform/__init__.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/platform/__init__.py index 84f04a9862..2c699e1598 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/platform/__init__.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/platform/__init__.py @@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ from .standalone import * elif trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM == 'unittest': from .test import * -elif trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM in ('local', 'remote', 'pai', 'kubeflow', 'frameworkcontroller', 'paiYarn', 'dlts', 'aml'): +elif trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM in ('adl', 'local', 'remote', 'pai', 'kubeflow', 'frameworkcontroller', 'paiYarn', 'dlts', 'aml'): from .local import * else: raise RuntimeError('Unknown platform %s' % trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM) diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py index d4851316f5..63abf5700b 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py @@ -21,6 +21,7 @@ _experiment_id = platform.get_experiment_id() _trial_id = platform.get_trial_id() _sequence_id = platform.get_sequence_id() +INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" def get_next_parameter(): @@ -97,7 +98,7 @@ def get_sequence_id(): _intermediate_seq = 0 -def report_intermediate_result(metric): +def report_intermediate_result(metric, accum=None): """ Reports intermediate result to NNI. @@ -105,8 +106,22 @@ def report_intermediate_result(metric): ---------- metric: serializable object. + accum: + An adaptdl Accumulator which persists running state. It is only + used during adaptdl training. """ global _intermediate_seq + + if accum is not None: + from adaptdl.torch.accumulator import Accumulator + if not isinstance(accum, Accumulator): + raise TypeError("accum is not Adaptdl Accumulator!") + with accum.synchronized(): + if INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET not in accum: + accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] = 0 + _intermediate_seq = accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] + accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] += 1 + assert _params or trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM is None, \ 'nni.get_next_parameter() needs to be called before report_intermediate_result' metric = to_json({ diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py index ab553d0739..5f6d87ca2d 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py @@ -39,6 +39,19 @@ def test_report_intermediate_result(self): 'sequence': 0, 'value': 123 }) + + def test_report_intermediate_result_with_accumulator(self): + import torch + import adaptdl + import adaptdl.torch as et + adaptdl.torch.init_process_group( + "nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() else "gloo" + ) + stats = et.Accumulator() + res = nni.report_intermediate_result(123, stats) + with stats.synchronized(): + INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" + self.assertEqual(stats[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET], 1) def test_report_final_result_simple(self): self._test_report_final_result(123, 123) diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py index 3c8115a5e8..c3b8f24d57 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py @@ -124,7 +124,7 @@ def validate(self, data): Optional('maxExecDuration'): And(Regex(r'^[1-9][0-9]*[s|m|h|d]$', error='ERROR: maxExecDuration format is [digit]{s,m,h,d}')), Optional('maxTrialNum'): setNumberRange('maxTrialNum', int, 1, 99999), 'trainingServicePlatform': setChoice( - 'trainingServicePlatform', 'remote', 'local', 'pai', 'kubeflow', 'frameworkcontroller', 'paiYarn', 'dlts', 'aml'), + 'trainingServicePlatform', 'adl', 'remote', 'local', 'pai', 'kubeflow', 'frameworkcontroller', 'paiYarn', 'dlts', 'aml'), Optional('searchSpacePath'): And(os.path.exists, error=SCHEMA_PATH_ERROR % 'searchSpacePath'), Optional('multiPhase'): setType('multiPhase', bool), Optional('multiThread'): setType('multiThread', bool), @@ -262,6 +262,22 @@ def validate(self, data): } } +adl_trial_schema = { + 'trial':{ + 'codeDir': setType('codeDir', str), + 'command': setType('command', str), + 'gpuNum': setNumberRange('gpuNum', int, 0, 99999), + 'image': setType('image', str), + 'checkpoint': { + 'storageClass': setType('storageClass', str), + 'storageSize': setType('storageSize', str) + }, + Optional('imagePullSecrets'): [{ + 'name': setType('name', str) + }] + } +} + kubeflow_trial_schema = { 'trial': { 'codeDir': setPathCheck('codeDir'), @@ -404,6 +420,7 @@ def validate(self, data): } training_service_schema_dict = { + 'adl': Schema({**common_schema, **adl_trial_schema}), 'local': Schema({**common_schema, **common_trial_schema}), 'remote': Schema({**common_schema, **common_trial_schema, **machine_list_schema, **remote_config_schema}), 'pai': Schema({**common_schema, **pai_trial_schema, **pai_config_schema}), diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/launcher.py b/tools/nni_cmd/launcher.py index ac1e7cf95c..5a9229b80c 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/launcher.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/launcher.py @@ -134,6 +134,14 @@ def set_local_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name): return set_trial_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name), None +def set_adl_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name): + '''set adl configuration''' + result, message = setNNIManagerIp(experiment_config, port, config_file_name) + if not result: + return result, message + #set trial_config + return set_trial_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name), None + def set_remote_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name): '''Call setClusterMetadata to pass trial''' #set machine_list @@ -391,7 +399,9 @@ def set_platform_config(platform, experiment_config, port, config_file_name, res '''call set_cluster_metadata for specific platform''' print_normal('Setting {0} config...'.format(platform)) config_result, err_msg = None, None - if platform == 'local': + if platform == 'adl': + config_result, err_msg = set_adl_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name) + elif platform == 'local': config_result, err_msg = set_local_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name) elif platform == 'remote': config_result, err_msg = set_remote_config(experiment_config, port, config_file_name) From a89ce3c55131c596aaed3a44631049fd3bad2565 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sagar Shah Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2020 20:32:17 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 03/45] Add NFS support --- examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 4 ++ nfs.yaml | 47 +++++++++++++++++++ .../rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts | 5 ++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts | 25 +++++++++- .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 26 ++++++++-- .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 30 ++++++++---- tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py | 7 ++- 7 files changed, 127 insertions(+), 17 deletions(-) create mode 100644 nfs.yaml diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index af174730a4..17bb0d86b4 100644 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -25,3 +25,7 @@ trial: checkpoint: storageClass: dfs storageSize: 1Gi + nfs: + server: 172.20.188.236 + path: /export + containerMountPath: /nfs diff --git a/nfs.yaml b/nfs.yaml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..99e2e4624f --- /dev/null +++ b/nfs.yaml @@ -0,0 +1,47 @@ +apiVersion: extensions/v1beta1 +kind: Deployment +metadata: + name: nfs-server +spec: + replicas: 1 + selector: + matchLabels: + role: nfs-server + template: + metadata: + labels: + role: nfs-server + spec: + containers: + - name: nfs-server + image: gcr.io/google_containers/volume-nfs:0.8 + ports: + - name: nfs + containerPort: 2049 + - name: mountd + containerPort: 20048 + - name: rpcbind + containerPort: 111 + securityContext: + privileged: true + volumeMounts: + - mountPath: /exports + name: exports + volumes: + - name: exports + emptyDir: {} +--- +apiVersion: v1 +kind: Service +metadata: + name: nfs-server +spec: + ports: + - name: nfs + port: 2049 + - name: mountd + port: 20048 + - name: rpcbind + port: 111 + selector: + role: nfs-server diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts index 97649f7e06..a0a65f3a3f 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts @@ -100,6 +100,11 @@ export namespace ValidationSchemas { checkpoint: joi.object({ storageClass: joi.string().min(1).required(), storageSize: joi.string().min(1).required() + }), + nfs: joi.object({ + server: joi.string().min(1).required(), + path: joi.string().min(1).required(), + containerMountPath: joi.string().min(1).required() }) }), pai_yarn_config: joi.object({ // eslint-disable-line @typescript-eslint/camelcase diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts index 2fb913dba9..f55d4f33c4 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts @@ -28,6 +28,23 @@ export class ImagePullSecretConfig{ } } +/** + * NFS Config + */ +export class NFSConfig { + public readonly server: string; + + public readonly path: string; + + public readonly containerMountPath: string; + + constructor(server: string, path: string, containerMountPath: string) { + this.server = server; + this.path = path; + this.containerMountPath = containerMountPath; + } +} + /** * Trial job configuration for Adl */ @@ -42,17 +59,21 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { public readonly image: string; - public readonly imagePullSecrets: ImagePullSecretConfig[]; + public readonly imagePullSecrets?: ImagePullSecretConfig[]; + + public readonly nfs?: NFSConfig; constructor(checkpoint: CheckpointConfig, codeDir: string, command: string, gpuNum: number, - image: string, imagePullSecrets: ImagePullSecretConfig[]) { + image: string, imagePullSecrets?: ImagePullSecretConfig[], + nfs?: NFSConfig) { this.checkpoint = checkpoint; this.codeDir = codeDir; this.command = command; this.gpuNum = gpuNum; this.image = image; this.imagePullSecrets = imagePullSecrets; + this.nfs = nfs; } } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index d36a54c909..6984341aea 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -13,8 +13,6 @@ import { } from '../../../common/trainingService'; import { delay, generateParamFileName, getVersion, uniqueString } from '../../../common/utils'; import { TrialConfigMetadataKey } from '../../common/trialConfigMetadataKey'; -// import { validateCodeDir } from '../../common/util'; -// import { NFSConfig } from '../kubernetesConfig'; import { KubernetesTrialJobDetail } from '../kubernetesData'; import { KubernetesTrainingService } from '../kubernetesTrainingService'; import { AdlClientFactory } from './adlApiClient' @@ -109,9 +107,27 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = adlJobName this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[1] .configMap.name = adlJobName - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets = this.jobTemplate - .spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets.concat( - this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets); + // Handle imagePullSecrets + if (this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets !== undefined) { + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets = this.jobTemplate + .spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets.concat( + this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets); + } + // Handle NFS + if (this.adlTrialConfig.nfs !== undefined) { + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes.push({ + "name": "nfs", + "nfs": { + "server": this.adlTrialConfig.nfs.server, + "path": this.adlTrialConfig.nfs.path, + "readOnly": false + } + }); + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.containers[0].volumeMounts.push({ + "name": "nfs", + "mountPath": this.adlTrialConfig.nfs.containerMountPath + }); + } await this.kubernetesCRDClient.createKubernetesJob(this.jobTemplate); const k8sadlJob: any = await this.kubernetesCRDClient.getKubernetesJob(adlJobName); diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 4512646265..2174efd0e8 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -20,8 +20,17 @@ fs.copyFileSync(mockedTrialPath, localCodeDir + '/mockedTrial.py') describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { let skip: boolean = false; - let testAdlTrialConfig : any = JSON.stringify( - { + let testAdlTrialConfig: any = JSON.stringify({ + "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", + "codeDir": ".", + "gpuNum": 0, + "image": "registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit:latest", + "checkpoint": { + "storageClass": "dfs", + "storageSize": "1Gi" + } + }); + let testAdlTrialConfig2: any = JSON.stringify({ "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", "codeDir": ".", "gpuNum": 0, @@ -34,12 +43,16 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "checkpoint": { "storageClass": "dfs", "storageSize": "1Gi" + }, + "nfs": { + "server": "172.20.188.236", + "path": "/exports", + "containerMountPath": "/nfs" } - }); - let testNniManagerIp: any = JSON.stringify( - `{ + }); + let testNniManagerIp: any = JSON.stringify({ "nniManagerIp": "0.0.0.0" - }`); + }); let adlTrainingService: AdlTrainingService; console.log(tmp.dirSync().name); @@ -63,15 +76,14 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { }); it('Set and get cluster metadata', async () => { - await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP, testNniManagerIp); let data:string = await adlTrainingService.getClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG); - chai.expect(data).to.be.equals(testAdlTrialConfig); + chai.expect(data).to.be.equals(testAdlTrialConfig2); }); it('Submit job', async () => { await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); - await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP, testNniManagerIp); // submit job const form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { sequenceId: 0, diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py index c3b8f24d57..3c66d47ccb 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py @@ -274,7 +274,12 @@ def validate(self, data): }, Optional('imagePullSecrets'): [{ 'name': setType('name', str) - }] + }], + Optional('nfs'): { + 'server': setType('server', str), + 'path': setType('path', str), + 'containerMountPath': setType('containerMountPath', str) + } } } From fea728633f4bbe03428ec336308640028c23ed5b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:17:19 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 04/45] Support show trials in WebUI without requiring metrics reported --- src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts | 5 +++-- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts b/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts index 4bea34368a..872076c51c 100644 --- a/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts +++ b/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts @@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ class TrialManager { public finalKeys(): string[] { const succeedTrialsList = this.filter(trial => trial.status === 'SUCCEEDED'); - if (succeedTrialsList !== undefined && succeedTrialsList[0] !== undefined) { + if (succeedTrialsList !== undefined && succeedTrialsList[0] !== undefined && succeedTrialsList[0].acc != undefined) { return succeedTrialsList[0].finalKeys(); } else { return ['default']; @@ -96,8 +96,9 @@ class TrialManager { } public sort(): Trial[] { + // (Petuum: no matter trial.sortable, we sort and show all to Overview page without filtering.) // eslint-disable-next-line @typescript-eslint/no-non-null-assertion - return this.filter(trial => trial.sortable).sort((trial1, trial2) => trial1.compareAccuracy(trial2)!); + return this.toArray().sort((trial1, trial2) => trial1.compareAccuracy(trial2)!); } public countStatus(): Map { From f45728ba11c05303b5f19fb3d8565a035ca1ace4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2020 22:09:24 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 05/45] Resolve BE-12443 "Dev" --- examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 10 ++-- .../trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py | 32 ++++++++--- ...aptdl-tensorboard-deployment-template.json | 55 +++++++++++++++++++ .../adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json | 27 +++++++++ .../config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json | 16 ++++++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 39 +++++++++++++ .../kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts | 25 ++++++++- .../kubernetes/kubernetesTrainingService.ts | 8 ++- tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py | 2 + tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py | 20 ++++++- 10 files changed, 216 insertions(+), 18 deletions(-) create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-deployment-template.json create mode 100644 src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index 17bb0d86b4..b8dcc34cf3 100644 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ experimentName: lr_adl trialConcurrency: 1 maxExecDuration: 1h maxTrialNum: 10 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.100.181 +nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.69 trainingServicePlatform: adl searchSpacePath: search_space.json #choice: true, false @@ -16,12 +16,12 @@ tuner: #choice: maximize, minimize optimize_mode: minimize trial: - command: python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py + command: python3 /root/apps/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py codeDir: . - gpuNum: 0 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit@sha256:e3b01e8ae9f54e8b1298c9ef9679cfaaee77162a34a7e3fa39b17098e2685223 + gpuNum: 1 + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecrets + - name: stagingsecret checkpoint: storageClass: dfs storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py index 84b347e327..f3ef07ec04 100644 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py @@ -26,6 +26,7 @@ import torch.optim as optim import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn from torch.utils.data import Dataset +from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter import argparse import adaptdl @@ -52,13 +53,16 @@ def __init__(self, model, optim, lr_scheduler): self.criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() # Training - def train(self, inputs, targets): + def train(self, inputs, targets, stats): inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) self.optim.zero_grad() outputs = self.model(inputs) loss = F.smooth_l1_loss(outputs, targets) loss.backward() self.optim.step() + + stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) + stats["total"] += targets.size(0) return {"Loss": loss.item()} @@ -118,14 +122,24 @@ def __len__(self): trainer = Trainer(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) # Accumulator is an api of adaptdl to record training status. - accum = et.Accumulator() - for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(params["epochs"]): - for inputs, targets in dataloader: - batch_stat = trainer.train(inputs, targets) - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_intermediate_result(batch_stat["Loss"], accum) - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_final_result(batch_stat["Loss"]) + stats = et.Accumulator() + tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( + os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), + os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") + ) + if not os.path.exists(tensorboard_dir): + os.makedirs(tensorboard_dir) + with SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) as writer: + for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(params["epochs"]): + for inputs, targets in dataloader: + batch_stat = trainer.train(inputs, targets, stats) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_intermediate_result(batch_stat["Loss"], stats) + with stats.synchronized(): + stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_final_result(batch_stat["Loss"]) def get_params(): diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-deployment-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-deployment-template.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..30acc1408c --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-deployment-template.json @@ -0,0 +1,55 @@ +{ + "apiVersion": "apps/v1", + "kind": "Deployment", + "metadata": { + "name": "", + "labels": { + "expId": "" + } + }, + "spec": { + "selector": { + "matchLabels": { + "app": "" + } + }, + "replicas": 1, + "template": { + "metadata": { + "labels": { + "app": "" + } + }, + "spec": { + "containers": [ + { + "command": ["tensorboard"], + "args": ["--host=0.0.0.0", "--logdir=/adaptdl/tensorboard", "--port=6006"], + "image": "tensorflow/tensorflow", + "name": "tensorboard", + "ports": [ + { + "containerPort": 6006 + } + ], + "volumeMounts": [ + { + "mountPath": "/adaptdl/tensorboard", + "name": "adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc", + "subPath": "adaptdl/tensorboard" + } + ] + } + ], + "volumes": [ + { + "name": "adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc", + "persistentVolumeClaim": { + "claimName": "" + } + } + ] + } + } + } +} \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..a2230de16d --- /dev/null +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +{ + "apiVersion": "v1", + "kind": "PersistentVolumeClaim", + "metadata": { + "name": "", + "ownerReferences": [ + { + "apiVersion": "apps/v1", + "kind": "Deployment", + "name": "", + "uid": "" + } + ] + }, + "spec": { + "accessModes": [ + "ReadWriteMany" + ], + "resources": { + "requests": { + "storage": "" + } + }, + "storageClassName": "", + "volumeMode": "Filesystem" + } +} diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json index c800287d94..e2d1bdfe05 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json @@ -20,12 +20,17 @@ "name": "ADAPTDL_CHECKPOINT_PATH", "value": "/adaptdl/checkpoint" }, + { + "name": "ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", + "value": "/adaptdl/tensorboard" + }, { "name": "ADAPTDL_SHARE_PATH", "value": "/adaptdl/share" } ], "image": "", + "imagePullPolicy": "Always", "name": "main", "resources": { "limits": { @@ -43,6 +48,11 @@ "name": "adaptdl-pvc", "subPath": "adaptdl/share" }, + { + "mountPath": "/adaptdl/tensorboard", + "name": "adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc", + "subPath": "adaptdl/tensorboard" + }, { "mountPath": "/run.sh", "name": "adaptdl-nni-configmap", @@ -59,6 +69,12 @@ "claimName": "" } }, + { + "name": "adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc", + "persistentVolumeClaim": { + "claimName": "" + } + }, { "name": "adaptdl-nni-configmap", "configMap": { diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index 6984341aea..02b6fef35b 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -30,6 +30,10 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes private configmapTemplate: any; private jobTemplate: any; private pvcTemplate: any; + private tensorboardPvcTemplate: any; + private tensorboardDeploymentTemplate: any; + //TODO: change the logic here when we want to support multiple tensorboard + private tensorboardName: string = "adaptdl-tensorboard-" + getExperimentId().toLowerCase(); constructor() { super(); @@ -42,10 +46,19 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json', 'utf8')); this.pvcTemplate = JSON.parse( fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate = JSON.parse( + fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate = JSON.parse( + fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-deployment-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.log.info('Construct Adl training service.'); } public async run(): Promise { + this.log.info(this.tensorboardName); + this.log.info('Start tensorboard deployment.'); + await this.launchTensorboard() + this.log.info('Run Adl training service.'); this.kubernetesJobRestServer = component.get(AdlJobRestServer); if (this.kubernetesJobRestServer === undefined) { @@ -64,6 +77,30 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes } this.log.info('Adl training service exit.'); } + private async launchTensorboard(): Promise { + // Start the tensorboard at the beginning of the experiment. + // TODO: add uuid after demo. For now just use fixed name + if (this.adlTrialConfig === undefined) { + throw new Error('Adl trial config is undefined'); + } + // Create tensorboard deployment + this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate.metadata.name = this.tensorboardName + this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate.metadata.labels.expId = this.experimentId + this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate.spec.selector.matchLabels.app = this.tensorboardName + this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate.spec.template.metadata.labels.app = this.tensorboardName + this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] + .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = this.tensorboardName + const deploymentUid: string = await this.genericK8sClient.createDeployment(this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate); + // Create pvc + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.metadata.name = this.tensorboardName; + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = this.tensorboardName; + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = deploymentUid + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageSize; + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + await this.genericK8sClient.createPersistentVolumeClaim(this.tensorboardPvcTemplate); + + return Promise.resolve() + } public async submitTrialJob(form: TrialJobApplicationForm): Promise { if (this.kubernetesCRDClient === undefined) { @@ -106,6 +143,8 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = adlJobName this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[1] + .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = this.tensorboardName + this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[2] .configMap.name = adlJobName // Handle imagePullSecrets if (this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets !== undefined) { diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts index a4207e6eb5..59393630a3 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts @@ -19,6 +19,30 @@ class GeneralK8sClient { this.client.loadSpec(); } + public async createDeployment(deploymentManifest: any): Promise { + let result: Promise; + const response: any = await this.client.apis.apps.v1.namespaces('default').deployments.post({ body: deploymentManifest }) + if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { + result = Promise.resolve(response.body.metadata.uid); + } else { + result = Promise.reject(`Create deployment failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + } + return result; + } + + public async deleteDeployment(deploymentName: string): Promise { + let result: Promise; + // TODO: change this hard coded deployment name after demo + const response: any = await this.client.apis.apps.v1.namespaces('default') + .deployment(deploymentName).delete(); + if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { + result = Promise.resolve(true); + } else { + result = Promise.reject(`Delete deployment failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + } + return result; + } + public async createConfigMap(configMapManifest: any): Promise { let result: Promise; const response: any = await this.client.api.v1.namespaces('default') @@ -41,7 +65,6 @@ class GeneralK8sClient { } else { result = Promise.reject(`Create pvc failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); } - return result; } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesTrainingService.ts index 11a54c453c..71e92d19c3 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesTrainingService.ts @@ -209,6 +209,13 @@ abstract class KubernetesTrainingService { return Promise.reject(error); } + try { + await this.genericK8sClient.deleteDeployment("adaptdl-tensorboard-" + getExperimentId().toLowerCase()) + this.log.info('tensorboard deployment deleted') + } catch (error) { + this.log.error(`tensorboard deployment deletion failed: ${error.message}`) + } + return Promise.resolve(); } @@ -377,6 +384,5 @@ abstract class KubernetesTrainingService { } return Promise.resolve(folderUriInAzure); } - } export { KubernetesTrainingService }; diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py index cc5d4cdd11..57a57c84ea 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py @@ -237,6 +237,8 @@ def parse_args(): parser_tensorboard = subparsers.add_parser('tensorboard', help='manage tensorboard') parser_tensorboard_subparsers = parser_tensorboard.add_subparsers() parser_tensorboard_start = parser_tensorboard_subparsers.add_parser('start', help='start tensorboard') + parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('--adaptdl', dest='adaptdl', action='store_true') + parser_tensorboard_start.set_defaults(adaptdl=False) parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('id', nargs='?', help='the id of experiment') parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('--trial_id', '-T', dest='trial_id', help='the id of trial') parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('--port', dest='port', default=6006, help='the port to start tensorboard') diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py index adf85f3a74..46fc36d1c0 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ from .config_utils import Config, Experiments from .url_utils import trial_jobs_url, get_local_urls from .constants import REST_TIME_OUT -from .common_utils import print_normal, print_error, print_green, detect_process, detect_port, check_tensorboard_version +from .common_utils import print_normal, print_warning, print_error, print_green, detect_process, detect_port, check_tensorboard_version from .nnictl_utils import check_experiment_id, check_experiment_id from .ssh_utils import create_ssh_sftp_client, copy_remote_directory_to_local @@ -110,10 +110,26 @@ def stop_tensorboard(args): else: print_error('No tensorboard configuration!') +def adl_tensorboard_helper(args): + '''start tensorboard on adl''' + import subprocess + from kubernetes import client, config + if args.trial_id is not None: + print_warning('Tensorboard on adl platform will show all trials. No trial ids needed.') + cmd = "kubectl port-forward deployment/{} {}:{}".format( + "adaptdl-tensorboard" + "-" + args.id.lower(), + args.port, + 6006 + ) + print_green('Tensorboard is launched on localhost:{}'.format(args.port)) + subprocess.run(args=cmd, shell=True) def start_tensorboard(args): '''start tensorboard''' experiment_id = check_experiment_id(args) + if args.adaptdl: + adl_tensorboard_helper(args) + return experiment_config = Experiments() experiment_dict = experiment_config.get_all_experiments() config_file_name = experiment_dict[experiment_id]['fileName'] @@ -144,4 +160,4 @@ def start_tensorboard(args): os.makedirs(temp_nni_path, exist_ok=True) path_list = get_path_list(args, nni_config, trial_content, temp_nni_path) - start_tensorboard_process(args, nni_config, path_list, temp_nni_path) + start_tensorboard_process(args, nni_config, path_list, temp_nni_path) \ No newline at end of file From 9afe3fef0841dfeb6985d53d5e627dd627ea30bd Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sagar Shah Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2020 16:19:35 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 06/45] Deepcopy the templates. Avoids readding mounts and volumes --- .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 70 +++++++++---------- .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 6 +- 2 files changed, 38 insertions(+), 38 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index 02b6fef35b..b5b7afe4c2 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -27,9 +27,9 @@ import { AdlTrialConfig } from './adlConfig' class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements KubernetesTrainingService { private adlTrialConfig?: AdlTrialConfig; private readonly adlJobInfoCollector: AdlJobInfoCollector; - private configmapTemplate: any; - private jobTemplate: any; - private pvcTemplate: any; + private configmapTemplateStr: string; + private jobTemplateStr: string; + private pvcTemplateStr: string; private tensorboardPvcTemplate: any; private tensorboardDeploymentTemplate: any; //TODO: change the logic here when we want to support multiple tensorboard @@ -40,12 +40,10 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes this.adlJobInfoCollector = new AdlJobInfoCollector(this.trialJobsMap); this.experimentId = getExperimentId(); this.kubernetesCRDClient = AdlClientFactory.createClient(); - this.configmapTemplate = JSON.parse( - fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json', 'utf8')); - this.jobTemplate = JSON.parse( - fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json', 'utf8')); - this.pvcTemplate = JSON.parse( - fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json', 'utf8')); + this.configmapTemplateStr = fs.readFileSync( + './config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json', 'utf8'); + this.jobTemplateStr = fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json', 'utf8'); + this.pvcTemplateStr = fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-pvc-template.json', 'utf8'); this.tensorboardPvcTemplate = JSON.parse( fs.readFileSync('./config/adl/adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc-template.json', 'utf8')); this.tensorboardDeploymentTemplate = JSON.parse( @@ -132,29 +130,29 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes ); // Create adljob - this.jobTemplate.metadata.name = adlJobName - this.jobTemplate.metadata.labels.app = this.NNI_KUBERNETES_TRIAL_LABEL - this.jobTemplate.metadata.labels.expId = this.experimentId - this.jobTemplate.metadata.labels.trialId = trialJobId - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + const job: any = JSON.parse(this.jobTemplateStr); + job.metadata.name = adlJobName + job.metadata.labels.app = this.NNI_KUBERNETES_TRIAL_LABEL + job.metadata.labels.expId = this.experimentId + job.metadata.labels.trialId = trialJobId + job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] .image = this.adlTrialConfig.image; - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] .resources.limits["nvidia.com/gpu"] = this.adlTrialConfig.gpuNum; - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] + job.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = adlJobName - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[1] + job.spec.template.spec.volumes[1] .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = this.tensorboardName - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes[2] + job.spec.template.spec.volumes[2] .configMap.name = adlJobName // Handle imagePullSecrets if (this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets !== undefined) { - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets = this.jobTemplate - .spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets.concat( - this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets); + job.spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets = job.spec.template.spec + .imagePullSecrets.concat(this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets); } // Handle NFS if (this.adlTrialConfig.nfs !== undefined) { - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.volumes.push({ + job.spec.template.spec.volumes.push({ "name": "nfs", "nfs": { "server": this.adlTrialConfig.nfs.server, @@ -162,30 +160,32 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes "readOnly": false } }); - this.jobTemplate.spec.template.spec.containers[0].volumeMounts.push({ + job.spec.template.spec.containers[0].volumeMounts.push({ "name": "nfs", "mountPath": this.adlTrialConfig.nfs.containerMountPath }); } - await this.kubernetesCRDClient.createKubernetesJob(this.jobTemplate); + await this.kubernetesCRDClient.createKubernetesJob(job); const k8sadlJob: any = await this.kubernetesCRDClient.getKubernetesJob(adlJobName); // Create pvc - this.pvcTemplate.metadata.name = adlJobName; - this.pvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; - this.pvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; - this.pvcTemplate.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig + const pvc: any = JSON.parse(this.pvcTemplateStr); + pvc.metadata.name = adlJobName; + pvc.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; + pvc.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; + pvc.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig .checkpoint.storageSize; - this.pvcTemplate.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; - await this.genericK8sClient.createPersistentVolumeClaim(this.pvcTemplate); + pvc.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + await this.genericK8sClient.createPersistentVolumeClaim(pvc); // prepare the runscript and convert it to configmap and mount it - this.configmapTemplate.metadata.name = adlJobName; - this.configmapTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; - this.configmapTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; - this.configmapTemplate.data["run.sh"] = await this.prepareRunSh( + const configmap: any = JSON.parse(this.configmapTemplateStr); + configmap.metadata.name = adlJobName; + configmap.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; + configmap.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; + configmap.data["run.sh"] = await this.prepareRunSh( trialJobId, form, codeDir, outputDir) - await this.genericK8sClient.createConfigMap(this.configmapTemplate) + await this.genericK8sClient.createConfigMap(configmap) // Set trial job detail until create Adl job successfully this.trialJobsMap.set(trialJobId, trialJobDetail); diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 2174efd0e8..7d9ce8cde6 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "gpuNum": 0, "image": "registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit:latest", "checkpoint": { - "storageClass": "dfs", + "storageClass": "aws-efs", "storageSize": "1Gi" } }); @@ -41,7 +41,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { } ], "checkpoint": { - "storageClass": "dfs", + "storageClass": "aws-efs", "storageSize": "1Gi" }, "nfs": { @@ -83,7 +83,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { }); it('Submit job', async () => { - await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); // submit job const form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { sequenceId: 0, From 8b783114db7c2b0805b290f5fb03646ee932bc66 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2020 18:35:33 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 07/45] Handle trial msg --- .gitignore | 1 + src/nni_manager/common/datastore.ts | 1 + src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts | 1 + src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts | 4 ++++ src/nni_manager/package.json | 2 +- src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts | 16 +++++++++++++--- .../rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts | 3 +++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts | 13 +++++++++++++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts | 15 +++++++++++++-- .../kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts | 6 +++--- .../kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts | 2 ++ .../kubernetes/kubernetesJobInfoCollector.ts | 9 ++------- src/webui/src/static/interface.ts | 1 + 13 files changed, 58 insertions(+), 16 deletions(-) diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore index fd71582a60..51cf8e495e 100644 --- a/.gitignore +++ b/.gitignore @@ -38,6 +38,7 @@ build/Release # Dependency directories node_modules/ jspm_packages/ +**/package-lock.json # TypeScript v1 declaration files typings/ diff --git a/src/nni_manager/common/datastore.ts b/src/nni_manager/common/datastore.ts index a8b84fd32d..27a22fed20 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/common/datastore.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/common/datastore.ts @@ -46,6 +46,7 @@ interface TrialJobInfo { id: string; sequenceId?: number; status: TrialJobStatus; + message?: string; startTime?: number; endTime?: number; hyperParameters?: string[]; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts index 4edcf16ab6..bec5f30b3d 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts @@ -34,6 +34,7 @@ interface TrialJobApplicationForm { interface TrialJobDetail { readonly id: string; readonly status: TrialJobStatus; + readonly message?: string; readonly submitTime: number; readonly startTime?: number; readonly endTime?: number; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts b/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts index 6ec4d0e21d..23f07758c5 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts @@ -44,6 +44,7 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { private readonly: boolean; private trialJobMetricListener: (metric: TrialJobMetric) => void; + public trialJobMessage: Map; constructor() { this.currSubmittedTrialNum = 0; @@ -68,6 +69,7 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { this.criticalError(NNIError.FromError(err, 'Job metrics error: ')); }); }; + this.trialJobMessage = new Map() } public updateExperimentProfile(experimentProfile: ExperimentProfile, updateType: ProfileUpdateType): Promise { @@ -501,6 +503,7 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { this.trialJobs.set(trialJobId, Object.assign({}, trialJobDetail)); await this.dataStore.storeTrialJobEvent(trialJobDetail.status, trialJobDetail.id, undefined, trialJobDetail); } + this.trialJobMessage.set(trialJobId, trialJobDetail.message); let hyperParams: string | undefined = undefined; switch (trialJobDetail.status) { case 'SUCCEEDED': @@ -609,6 +612,7 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { const trialJobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await this.trainingService.submitTrialJob(form); await this.storeExperimentProfile(); this.trialJobs.set(trialJobDetail.id, Object.assign({}, trialJobDetail)); + this.trialJobMessage.set(trialJobDetail.id, trialJobDetail.message); const trialJobDetailSnapshot: TrialJobDetail | undefined = this.trialJobs.get(trialJobDetail.id); if (trialJobDetailSnapshot != undefined) { await this.dataStore.storeTrialJobEvent( diff --git a/src/nni_manager/package.json b/src/nni_manager/package.json index 8ee1de4032..fcc8e16676 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/package.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/package.json @@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ "kubernetes-client": "^6.5.0", "python-shell": "^2.0.1", "rx": "^4.1.0", - "sqlite3": "^4.0.2", + "sqlite3": "^5.0.0", "ssh2": "^0.6.1", "stream-buffers": "^3.0.2", "tail-stream": "^0.3.4", diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts index 1a4d87ec02..5b08ba01a8 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts @@ -15,12 +15,13 @@ import { ExperimentProfile, Manager, TrialJobStatistics } from '../common/manage import { ValidationSchemas } from './restValidationSchemas'; import { NNIRestServer } from './nniRestServer'; import { getVersion } from '../common/utils'; +import {NNIManager} from "../core/nnimanager"; const expressJoi = require('express-joi-validator'); class NNIRestHandler { private restServer: NNIRestServer; - private nniManager: Manager; + private nniManager: NNIManager; private log: Logger; constructor(rs: NNIRestServer) { @@ -208,7 +209,7 @@ class NNIRestHandler { router.get('/trial-jobs', (req: Request, res: Response) => { this.nniManager.listTrialJobs(req.query.status).then((jobInfos: TrialJobInfo[]) => { jobInfos.forEach((trialJob: TrialJobInfo) => { - this.setErrorPathForFailedJob(trialJob); + this.setMessageforJob(trialJob); }); res.send(jobInfos); }).catch((err: Error) => { @@ -220,7 +221,7 @@ class NNIRestHandler { private getTrialJob(router: Router): void { router.get('/trial-jobs/:id', (req: Request, res: Response) => { this.nniManager.getTrialJob(req.params.id).then((jobDetail: TrialJobInfo) => { - const jobInfo: TrialJobInfo = this.setErrorPathForFailedJob(jobDetail); + const jobInfo: TrialJobInfo = this.setMessageforJob(jobDetail); res.send(jobInfo); }).catch((err: Error) => { this.handleError(err, res); @@ -311,6 +312,15 @@ class NNIRestHandler { return jobInfo; } + + private setMessageforJob(jobInfo: TrialJobInfo): TrialJobInfo { + if (jobInfo === undefined){ + return jobInfo + } + const message = this.nniManager.trialJobMessage.get(jobInfo.id); + jobInfo.message = message; + return jobInfo + } } export function createRestHandler(rs: NNIRestServer): Router { diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts index b3bd549c03..a12d6520e6 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts @@ -110,6 +110,9 @@ export class MockedNNIManager extends Manager { return deferred.promise; } + + public trialJobMessage = new Map() + public stopExperiment(): Promise { throw new MethodNotImplementedError(); } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts index 5005821838..36584b66be 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlApiClient.ts @@ -26,6 +26,18 @@ class AdlClientV1 extends KubernetesCRDClient { public get containerName(): string { return 'main'; } + + public async getKubernetesPods(jobName: string): Promise { + let result: Promise; + const response = await this.client.api.v1.namespaces('default').pods + .get({ qs: { labelSelector: `adaptdl/job=${jobName}` } }); + if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { + result = Promise.resolve(response.body); + } else { + result = Promise.reject(`AdlClient getKubernetesPods failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + } + return result; + } } /** @@ -41,3 +53,4 @@ class AdlClientFactory { } export { AdlClientFactory, GeneralK8sClient }; +export { AdlClientV1 } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts index 6b4b43bba3..b701d20c1f 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ 'use strict'; -import { KubernetesCRDClient } from '../kubernetesApiClient'; +import { AdlClientV1 } from './adlApiClient'; import { KubernetesTrialJobDetail} from '../kubernetesData'; import { KubernetesJobInfoCollector } from '../kubernetesJobInfoCollector'; import { AdlJobStatus } from './adlConfig'; @@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { super(jobMap); } - protected async retrieveSingleTrialJobInfo(kubernetesCRDClient: KubernetesCRDClient | undefined, + protected async retrieveSingleTrialJobInfo(kubernetesCRDClient: AdlClientV1 | undefined, kubernetesTrialJob: KubernetesTrialJobDetail): Promise { if (!this.statusesNeedToCheck.includes(kubernetesTrialJob.status)) { return Promise.resolve(); @@ -27,8 +27,10 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { } let kubernetesJobInfo: any; + let kubernetesPodsInfo: any; try { kubernetesJobInfo = await kubernetesCRDClient.getKubernetesJob(kubernetesTrialJob.kubernetesJobName); + kubernetesPodsInfo = await kubernetesCRDClient.getKubernetesPods(kubernetesTrialJob.kubernetesJobName); } catch (error) { // Notice: it maynot be a 'real' error since cancel trial job can also cause getKubernetesJob failed. this.log.error(`Get job ${kubernetesTrialJob.kubernetesJobName} info failed, error is ${error}`); @@ -43,22 +45,31 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { case 'Pending': case 'Starting': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; + if (kubernetesPodsInfo.items.length > 0){ + kubernetesTrialJob.message = kubernetesPodsInfo.items + .map((pod: any) => JSON.stringify(pod.status.containerStatuses)) + .join('\n'); + } kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); break; case 'Running': case 'Stopping': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'RUNNING'; + kubernetesTrialJob.message = undefined; //TODO if (kubernetesTrialJob.startTime === undefined) { kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); } break; case 'Failed': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'FAILED'; + kubernetesTrialJob.message = kubernetesJobInfo.status.message; + // undefined => NaN as endTime here kubernetesTrialJob.endTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp); break; case 'Succeeded': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'SUCCEEDED'; kubernetesTrialJob.endTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp); + kubernetesTrialJob.message = `Succeeded at ${kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp}` break; default: } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts index 59393630a3..0b3ae56f93 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts @@ -126,7 +126,7 @@ abstract class KubernetesCRDClient { if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { result = Promise.resolve(true); } else { - result = Promise.reject(`Create kubernetes job failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + result = Promise.reject(`KubernetesApiClient createKubernetesJob failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); } return result; @@ -140,7 +140,7 @@ abstract class KubernetesCRDClient { if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { result = Promise.resolve(response.body); } else { - result = Promise.reject(`KubeflowOperatorClient get tfjobs failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + result = Promise.reject(`KubernetesApiClient getKubernetesJob failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); } return result; @@ -164,7 +164,7 @@ abstract class KubernetesCRDClient { result = Promise.resolve(true); } else { result = Promise.reject( - `KubeflowOperatorClient, delete labels ${matchQuery} get wrong statusCode ${deleteResult.statusCode}`); + `KubernetesApiClient, delete labels ${matchQuery} get wrong statusCode ${deleteResult.statusCode}`); } } catch (err) { result = Promise.reject(err); diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts index 6f0f3f4342..611caf05f7 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts @@ -11,6 +11,7 @@ import { TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrialJobStatus } from '../../ export class KubernetesTrialJobDetail implements TrialJobDetail { public id: string; public status: TrialJobStatus; + public message?: string; public submitTime: number; public startTime?: number; public endTime?: number; @@ -26,6 +27,7 @@ export class KubernetesTrialJobDetail implements TrialJobDetail { kubernetesJobName: string, url: string) { this.id = id; this.status = status; + this.message = 'Creating the trial job.'; this.submitTime = submitTime; this.workingDirectory = workingDirectory; this.form = form; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesJobInfoCollector.ts index 129bd7ba5b..2865ff19fd 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesJobInfoCollector.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -23,21 +23,16 @@ export class KubernetesJobInfoCollector { this.statusesNeedToCheck = ['RUNNING', 'WAITING']; } - public async retrieveTrialStatus(kubernetesCRDClient: KubernetesCRDClient | undefined): Promise { + public async retrieveTrialStatus(kubernetesCRDClient: KubernetesCRDClient | undefined): Promise { assert(kubernetesCRDClient !== undefined); const updateKubernetesTrialJobs: Promise[] = []; for (const [trialJobId, kubernetesTrialJob] of this.trialJobsMap) { if (kubernetesTrialJob === undefined) { throw new NNIError(NNIErrorNames.NOT_FOUND, `trial job id ${trialJobId} not found`); } - // Since Kubeflow needs some delay to schedule jobs, we provide 20 seconds buffer time to check kubeflow job's status - if (Date.now() - kubernetesTrialJob.submitTime < 20 * 1000) { - return Promise.resolve(); - } updateKubernetesTrialJobs.push(this.retrieveSingleTrialJobInfo(kubernetesCRDClient, kubernetesTrialJob)); } - - await Promise.all(updateKubernetesTrialJobs); + return Promise.all(updateKubernetesTrialJobs); } protected async retrieveSingleTrialJobInfo(_kubernetesCRDClient: KubernetesCRDClient | undefined, diff --git a/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts b/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts index 5494460358..b2b9559e4a 100644 --- a/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts +++ b/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts @@ -134,6 +134,7 @@ interface TrialJobInfo { id: string; sequenceId: number; status: string; + message?: string; startTime?: number; endTime?: number; hyperParameters?: string[]; From cdc3a767ec17a378dc888acd68f29a2b41e27621 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2020 19:03:55 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 08/45] [BE-12469] Support adaptdl signal handling --- .../config_adl.yml | 12 +- examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py | 177 +++++++++++++++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py | 14 ++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py | 107 ++++++++++ examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py | 98 +++++++++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py | 107 ++++++++++ examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py | 23 ++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py | 61 ++++++ .../cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py | 86 ++++++++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py | 125 +++++++++++ .../cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py | 118 ++++++++++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py | 121 +++++++++++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py | 95 +++++++++ examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py | 121 +++++++++++ .../trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py | 109 ++++++++++ .../cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py | 162 ++++++++++++++ examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py | 47 ++++ .../cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json | 5 + examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py | 124 +++++++++++ .../trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py | 201 ------------------ .../trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py | 7 +- .../adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json | 3 +- .../config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json | 15 ++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 15 ++ src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py | 11 +- src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py | 4 +- tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py | 26 ++- 27 files changed, 1773 insertions(+), 221 deletions(-) rename examples/trials/{cifar10_pytorch => cifar-adaptdl}/config_adl.yml (59%) create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py delete mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml similarity index 59% rename from examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml rename to examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index f62f716fb4..1afb03ba70 100644 --- a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -1,23 +1,23 @@ authorName: default experimentName: cifar_adl trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 1h +maxExecDuration: 3h maxTrialNum: 10 nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.69 trainingServicePlatform: adl -searchSpacePath: search_space.json +searchSpacePath: search_space_demo.json useAnnotation: false tuner: builtinTunerName: TPE classArgs: optimize_mode: maximize trial: - command: python3 /root/apps/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py + command: python3 /root/apps/pytorch-cifar/main_nni.py codeDir: . gpuNum: 1 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:cifar10-adl + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-nni-cifar imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecrets + - name: stagingsecret checkpoint: storageClass: dfs - storageSize: 1Gi + storageSize: 1Gi \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..4b7b8e97c2 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py @@ -0,0 +1,177 @@ +# Copyright 2020 Petuum, Inc. All Rights Reserved. +# +# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); +# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. +# You may obtain a copy of the License at +# +# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 +# +# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software +# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, +# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. +# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and +# limitations under the License. + + +'''Train CIFAR10 with PyTorch.''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.optim as optim +import torch.nn.functional as F +import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn + +import torchvision +import torchvision.transforms as transforms + +import os +import argparse + +from models import * + +import adaptdl +import adaptdl.torch as et + +from torch.optim.lr_scheduler import MultiStepLR +from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter + +import nni + +IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 + + +parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(description='PyTorch CIFAR10 Training') +parser.add_argument('--bs', default=128, type=int, help='batch size') +parser.add_argument('--lr', default=0.1, type=float, help='learning rate') +parser.add_argument('--epochs', default=30, type=int, help='number of epochs') +parser.add_argument('--model', default='ResNet18', type=str, help='model') +# TODO(tairui): change this back later +# parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=False, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') +parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=True, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') +args = parser.parse_args() + +# load the parameters from nni +RCV_CONFIG = nni.get_next_parameter() +args.lr = RCV_CONFIG["lr"] + +device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' + +# Data +print('==> Preparing data..') +transform_train = transforms.Compose([ + transforms.RandomCrop(32, padding=4), + transforms.RandomHorizontalFlip(), + transforms.ToTensor(), + transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), +]) + +transform_test = transforms.Compose([ + transforms.ToTensor(), + transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), +]) + +trainset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=True, download=True, transform=transform_train) +trainloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(trainset, batch_size=args.bs, shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + +if args.autoscale_bsz: + trainloader.autoscale_batch_size(4096, local_bsz_bounds=(32, 1024)) + +validset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=False, download=False, transform=transform_test) +validloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(validset, batch_size=100, shuffle=False, num_workers=2) + +# Model +print('==> Building model..') +net = eval(args.model)() +# net = VGG('VGG19') +# net = ResNet18() +# net = PreActResNet18() +# net = GoogLeNet() +# net = DenseNet121() +# net = ResNeXt29_2x64d() +# net = MobileNet() +# net = MobileNetV2() +# net = DPN92() +# net = ShuffleNetG2() +# net = SENet18() +# net = ShuffleNetV2(1) +net = net.to(device) +if device == 'cuda': + cudnn.benchmark = True + +criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() +optimizer = optim.SGD([{"params": [param]} for param in net.parameters()], + lr=args.lr, momentum=0.9, weight_decay=5e-4) +lr_scheduler = MultiStepLR(optimizer, [30, 45], 0.1) + +adaptdl.torch.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() + else "gloo") +net = et.ElasticDataParallel(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) + +# Training +def train(epoch): + print('\nEpoch: %d' % epoch) + net.train() + stats = et.Accumulator() + for inputs, targets in trainloader: + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + optimizer.zero_grad() + outputs = net(inputs) + loss = criterion(outputs, targets) + loss.backward() + optimizer.step() + + stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) + _, predicted = outputs.max(1) + stats["total"] += targets.size(0) + stats["correct"] += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() + + writer.add_scalar("Throughput/Gain", net.gain, epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Throughput/Global_Batchsize", + trainloader.current_batch_size, epoch) + + with stats.synchronized(): + stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] + stats["accuracy"] = stats["correct"] / stats["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Train", stats["accuracy"], epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Config/Gpu", int(adaptdl._env.num_replicas()), epoch) + print("Train:", stats) + +def valid(epoch): + net.eval() + stats = et.Accumulator() + with torch.no_grad(): + for inputs, targets in validloader: + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + outputs = net(inputs) + loss = criterion(outputs, targets) + + stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) + _, predicted = outputs.max(1) + stats["total"] += targets.size(0) + stats["correct"] += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() + + with stats.synchronized(): + stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] + stats["accuracy"] = stats["correct"] / stats["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Valid", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats["accuracy"], epoch) + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_intermediate_result(stats["loss_avg"], stats) + print("Valid:", stats) + return stats["loss_avg"] + + + +tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( + os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), + os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") +) +if not os.path.exists(tensorboard_dir): + os.makedirs(tensorboard_dir) +with SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) as writer: + for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(args.epochs): + train(epoch) + avg_loss = valid(epoch) + lr_scheduler.step() + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_final_result(avg_loss) diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..8778939032 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py @@ -0,0 +1,14 @@ +from .vgg import * +from .dpn import * +from .lenet import * +from .senet import * +from .pnasnet import * +from .densenet import * +from .googlenet import * +from .shufflenet import * +from .shufflenetv2 import * +from .resnet import * +from .resnext import * +from .preact_resnet import * +from .mobilenet import * +from .mobilenetv2 import * diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..47ebbbe08e --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py @@ -0,0 +1,107 @@ +'''DenseNet in PyTorch.''' +import math + +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class Bottleneck(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, growth_rate): + super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, 4*growth_rate, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(4*growth_rate) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(4*growth_rate, growth_rate, kernel_size=3, padding=1, bias=False) + + def forward(self, x): + out = self.conv1(F.relu(self.bn1(x))) + out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) + out = torch.cat([out,x], 1) + return out + + +class Transition(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes): + super(Transition, self).__init__() + self.bn = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + + def forward(self, x): + out = self.conv(F.relu(self.bn(x))) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 2) + return out + + +class DenseNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, block, nblocks, growth_rate=12, reduction=0.5, num_classes=10): + super(DenseNet, self).__init__() + self.growth_rate = growth_rate + + num_planes = 2*growth_rate + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, num_planes, kernel_size=3, padding=1, bias=False) + + self.dense1 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[0]) + num_planes += nblocks[0]*growth_rate + out_planes = int(math.floor(num_planes*reduction)) + self.trans1 = Transition(num_planes, out_planes) + num_planes = out_planes + + self.dense2 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[1]) + num_planes += nblocks[1]*growth_rate + out_planes = int(math.floor(num_planes*reduction)) + self.trans2 = Transition(num_planes, out_planes) + num_planes = out_planes + + self.dense3 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[2]) + num_planes += nblocks[2]*growth_rate + out_planes = int(math.floor(num_planes*reduction)) + self.trans3 = Transition(num_planes, out_planes) + num_planes = out_planes + + self.dense4 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[3]) + num_planes += nblocks[3]*growth_rate + + self.bn = nn.BatchNorm2d(num_planes) + self.linear = nn.Linear(num_planes, num_classes) + + def _make_dense_layers(self, block, in_planes, nblock): + layers = [] + for i in range(nblock): + layers.append(block(in_planes, self.growth_rate)) + in_planes += self.growth_rate + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = self.conv1(x) + out = self.trans1(self.dense1(out)) + out = self.trans2(self.dense2(out)) + out = self.trans3(self.dense3(out)) + out = self.dense4(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(F.relu(self.bn(out)), 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + +def DenseNet121(): + return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,24,16], growth_rate=32) + +def DenseNet169(): + return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,32,32], growth_rate=32) + +def DenseNet201(): + return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,48,32], growth_rate=32) + +def DenseNet161(): + return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,36,24], growth_rate=48) + +def densenet_cifar(): + return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,24,16], growth_rate=12) + +def test(): + net = densenet_cifar() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..d334367fcc --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py @@ -0,0 +1,98 @@ +'''Dual Path Networks in PyTorch.''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class Bottleneck(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, last_planes, in_planes, out_planes, dense_depth, stride, first_layer): + super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() + self.out_planes = out_planes + self.dense_depth = dense_depth + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(last_planes, in_planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, in_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=32, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes+dense_depth, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes+dense_depth) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if first_layer: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(last_planes, out_planes+dense_depth, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), + nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes+dense_depth) + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) + x = self.shortcut(x) + d = self.out_planes + out = torch.cat([x[:,:d,:,:]+out[:,:d,:,:], x[:,d:,:,:], out[:,d:,:,:]], 1) + out = F.relu(out) + return out + + +class DPN(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, cfg): + super(DPN, self).__init__() + in_planes, out_planes = cfg['in_planes'], cfg['out_planes'] + num_blocks, dense_depth = cfg['num_blocks'], cfg['dense_depth'] + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) + self.last_planes = 64 + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(in_planes[0], out_planes[0], num_blocks[0], dense_depth[0], stride=1) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(in_planes[1], out_planes[1], num_blocks[1], dense_depth[1], stride=2) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(in_planes[2], out_planes[2], num_blocks[2], dense_depth[2], stride=2) + self.layer4 = self._make_layer(in_planes[3], out_planes[3], num_blocks[3], dense_depth[3], stride=2) + self.linear = nn.Linear(out_planes[3]+(num_blocks[3]+1)*dense_depth[3], 10) + + def _make_layer(self, in_planes, out_planes, num_blocks, dense_depth, stride): + strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) + layers = [] + for i,stride in enumerate(strides): + layers.append(Bottleneck(self.last_planes, in_planes, out_planes, dense_depth, stride, i==0)) + self.last_planes = out_planes + (i+2) * dense_depth + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = self.layer4(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def DPN26(): + cfg = { + 'in_planes': (96,192,384,768), + 'out_planes': (256,512,1024,2048), + 'num_blocks': (2,2,2,2), + 'dense_depth': (16,32,24,128) + } + return DPN(cfg) + +def DPN92(): + cfg = { + 'in_planes': (96,192,384,768), + 'out_planes': (256,512,1024,2048), + 'num_blocks': (3,4,20,3), + 'dense_depth': (16,32,24,128) + } + return DPN(cfg) + + +def test(): + net = DPN92() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..de036d87d3 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py @@ -0,0 +1,107 @@ +'''GoogLeNet with PyTorch.''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class Inception(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, n1x1, n3x3red, n3x3, n5x5red, n5x5, pool_planes): + super(Inception, self).__init__() + # 1x1 conv branch + self.b1 = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, n1x1, kernel_size=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(n1x1), + nn.ReLU(True), + ) + + # 1x1 conv -> 3x3 conv branch + self.b2 = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, n3x3red, kernel_size=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(n3x3red), + nn.ReLU(True), + nn.Conv2d(n3x3red, n3x3, kernel_size=3, padding=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(n3x3), + nn.ReLU(True), + ) + + # 1x1 conv -> 5x5 conv branch + self.b3 = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, n5x5red, kernel_size=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(n5x5red), + nn.ReLU(True), + nn.Conv2d(n5x5red, n5x5, kernel_size=3, padding=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(n5x5), + nn.ReLU(True), + nn.Conv2d(n5x5, n5x5, kernel_size=3, padding=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(n5x5), + nn.ReLU(True), + ) + + # 3x3 pool -> 1x1 conv branch + self.b4 = nn.Sequential( + nn.MaxPool2d(3, stride=1, padding=1), + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, pool_planes, kernel_size=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(pool_planes), + nn.ReLU(True), + ) + + def forward(self, x): + y1 = self.b1(x) + y2 = self.b2(x) + y3 = self.b3(x) + y4 = self.b4(x) + return torch.cat([y1,y2,y3,y4], 1) + + +class GoogLeNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self): + super(GoogLeNet, self).__init__() + self.pre_layers = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(3, 192, kernel_size=3, padding=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(192), + nn.ReLU(True), + ) + + self.a3 = Inception(192, 64, 96, 128, 16, 32, 32) + self.b3 = Inception(256, 128, 128, 192, 32, 96, 64) + + self.maxpool = nn.MaxPool2d(3, stride=2, padding=1) + + self.a4 = Inception(480, 192, 96, 208, 16, 48, 64) + self.b4 = Inception(512, 160, 112, 224, 24, 64, 64) + self.c4 = Inception(512, 128, 128, 256, 24, 64, 64) + self.d4 = Inception(512, 112, 144, 288, 32, 64, 64) + self.e4 = Inception(528, 256, 160, 320, 32, 128, 128) + + self.a5 = Inception(832, 256, 160, 320, 32, 128, 128) + self.b5 = Inception(832, 384, 192, 384, 48, 128, 128) + + self.avgpool = nn.AvgPool2d(8, stride=1) + self.linear = nn.Linear(1024, 10) + + def forward(self, x): + out = self.pre_layers(x) + out = self.a3(out) + out = self.b3(out) + out = self.maxpool(out) + out = self.a4(out) + out = self.b4(out) + out = self.c4(out) + out = self.d4(out) + out = self.e4(out) + out = self.maxpool(out) + out = self.a5(out) + out = self.b5(out) + out = self.avgpool(out) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def test(): + net = GoogLeNet() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..d657b7482a --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py @@ -0,0 +1,23 @@ +'''LeNet in PyTorch.''' +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + +class LeNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self): + super(LeNet, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 6, 5) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(6, 16, 5) + self.fc1 = nn.Linear(16*5*5, 120) + self.fc2 = nn.Linear(120, 84) + self.fc3 = nn.Linear(84, 10) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.conv1(x)) + out = F.max_pool2d(out, 2) + out = F.relu(self.conv2(out)) + out = F.max_pool2d(out, 2) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = F.relu(self.fc1(out)) + out = F.relu(self.fc2(out)) + out = self.fc3(out) + return out diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..497ef1e867 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py @@ -0,0 +1,61 @@ +'''MobileNet in PyTorch. + +See the paper "MobileNets: Efficient Convolutional Neural Networks for Mobile Vision Applications" +for more details. +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class Block(nn.Module): + '''Depthwise conv + Pointwise conv''' + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride=1): + super(Block, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, in_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=in_planes, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + return out + + +class MobileNet(nn.Module): + # (128,2) means conv planes=128, conv stride=2, by default conv stride=1 + cfg = [64, (128,2), 128, (256,2), 256, (512,2), 512, 512, 512, 512, 512, (1024,2), 1024] + + def __init__(self, num_classes=10): + super(MobileNet, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 32, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(32) + self.layers = self._make_layers(in_planes=32) + self.linear = nn.Linear(1024, num_classes) + + def _make_layers(self, in_planes): + layers = [] + for x in self.cfg: + out_planes = x if isinstance(x, int) else x[0] + stride = 1 if isinstance(x, int) else x[1] + layers.append(Block(in_planes, out_planes, stride)) + in_planes = out_planes + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layers(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 2) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def test(): + net = MobileNet() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..17e5823ef4 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py @@ -0,0 +1,86 @@ +'''MobileNetV2 in PyTorch. + +See the paper "Inverted Residuals and Linear Bottlenecks: +Mobile Networks for Classification, Detection and Segmentation" for more details. +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class Block(nn.Module): + '''expand + depthwise + pointwise''' + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, expansion, stride): + super(Block, self).__init__() + self.stride = stride + + planes = expansion * in_planes + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=planes, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if stride == 1 and in_planes != out_planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False), + nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes), + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) + out = out + self.shortcut(x) if self.stride==1 else out + return out + + +class MobileNetV2(nn.Module): + # (expansion, out_planes, num_blocks, stride) + cfg = [(1, 16, 1, 1), + (6, 24, 2, 1), # NOTE: change stride 2 -> 1 for CIFAR10 + (6, 32, 3, 2), + (6, 64, 4, 2), + (6, 96, 3, 1), + (6, 160, 3, 2), + (6, 320, 1, 1)] + + def __init__(self, num_classes=10): + super(MobileNetV2, self).__init__() + # NOTE: change conv1 stride 2 -> 1 for CIFAR10 + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 32, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(32) + self.layers = self._make_layers(in_planes=32) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(320, 1280, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(1280) + self.linear = nn.Linear(1280, num_classes) + + def _make_layers(self, in_planes): + layers = [] + for expansion, out_planes, num_blocks, stride in self.cfg: + strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) + for stride in strides: + layers.append(Block(in_planes, out_planes, expansion, stride)) + in_planes = out_planes + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layers(out) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + # NOTE: change pooling kernel_size 7 -> 4 for CIFAR10 + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def test(): + net = MobileNetV2() + x = torch.randn(2,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..de8c4d51f2 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py @@ -0,0 +1,125 @@ +'''PNASNet in PyTorch. + +Paper: Progressive Neural Architecture Search +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class SepConv(nn.Module): + '''Separable Convolution.''' + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size, stride): + super(SepConv, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, + kernel_size, stride, + padding=(kernel_size-1)//2, + bias=False, groups=in_planes) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + + def forward(self, x): + return self.bn1(self.conv1(x)) + + +class CellA(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride=1): + super(CellA, self).__init__() + self.stride = stride + self.sep_conv1 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=7, stride=stride) + if stride==2: + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + + def forward(self, x): + y1 = self.sep_conv1(x) + y2 = F.max_pool2d(x, kernel_size=3, stride=self.stride, padding=1) + if self.stride==2: + y2 = self.bn1(self.conv1(y2)) + return F.relu(y1+y2) + +class CellB(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride=1): + super(CellB, self).__init__() + self.stride = stride + # Left branch + self.sep_conv1 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=7, stride=stride) + self.sep_conv2 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride) + # Right branch + self.sep_conv3 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=5, stride=stride) + if stride==2: + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + # Reduce channels + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(2*out_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + + def forward(self, x): + # Left branch + y1 = self.sep_conv1(x) + y2 = self.sep_conv2(x) + # Right branch + y3 = F.max_pool2d(x, kernel_size=3, stride=self.stride, padding=1) + if self.stride==2: + y3 = self.bn1(self.conv1(y3)) + y4 = self.sep_conv3(x) + # Concat & reduce channels + b1 = F.relu(y1+y2) + b2 = F.relu(y3+y4) + y = torch.cat([b1,b2], 1) + return F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(y))) + +class PNASNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, cell_type, num_cells, num_planes): + super(PNASNet, self).__init__() + self.in_planes = num_planes + self.cell_type = cell_type + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, num_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(num_planes) + + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(num_planes, num_cells=6) + self.layer2 = self._downsample(num_planes*2) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(num_planes*2, num_cells=6) + self.layer4 = self._downsample(num_planes*4) + self.layer5 = self._make_layer(num_planes*4, num_cells=6) + + self.linear = nn.Linear(num_planes*4, 10) + + def _make_layer(self, planes, num_cells): + layers = [] + for _ in range(num_cells): + layers.append(self.cell_type(self.in_planes, planes, stride=1)) + self.in_planes = planes + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def _downsample(self, planes): + layer = self.cell_type(self.in_planes, planes, stride=2) + self.in_planes = planes + return layer + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = self.layer4(out) + out = self.layer5(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 8) + out = self.linear(out.view(out.size(0), -1)) + return out + + +def PNASNetA(): + return PNASNet(CellA, num_cells=6, num_planes=44) + +def PNASNetB(): + return PNASNet(CellB, num_cells=6, num_planes=32) + + +def test(): + net = PNASNetB() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..abb1bc313c --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py @@ -0,0 +1,118 @@ +'''Pre-activation ResNet in PyTorch. + +Reference: +[1] Kaiming He, Xiangyu Zhang, Shaoqing Ren, Jian Sun + Identity Mappings in Deep Residual Networks. arXiv:1603.05027 +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class PreActBlock(nn.Module): + '''Pre-activation version of the BasicBlock.''' + expansion = 1 + + def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): + super(PreActBlock, self).__init__() + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + + if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False) + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(x)) + shortcut = self.shortcut(out) if hasattr(self, 'shortcut') else x + out = self.conv1(out) + out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) + out += shortcut + return out + + +class PreActBottleneck(nn.Module): + '''Pre-activation version of the original Bottleneck module.''' + expansion = 4 + + def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): + super(PreActBottleneck, self).__init__() + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + + if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False) + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(x)) + shortcut = self.shortcut(out) if hasattr(self, 'shortcut') else x + out = self.conv1(out) + out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) + out = self.conv3(F.relu(self.bn3(out))) + out += shortcut + return out + + +class PreActResNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, block, num_blocks, num_classes=10): + super(PreActResNet, self).__init__() + self.in_planes = 64 + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(block, 64, num_blocks[0], stride=1) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(block, 128, num_blocks[1], stride=2) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(block, 256, num_blocks[2], stride=2) + self.layer4 = self._make_layer(block, 512, num_blocks[3], stride=2) + self.linear = nn.Linear(512*block.expansion, num_classes) + + def _make_layer(self, block, planes, num_blocks, stride): + strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) + layers = [] + for stride in strides: + layers.append(block(self.in_planes, planes, stride)) + self.in_planes = planes * block.expansion + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = self.conv1(x) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = self.layer4(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def PreActResNet18(): + return PreActResNet(PreActBlock, [2,2,2,2]) + +def PreActResNet34(): + return PreActResNet(PreActBlock, [3,4,6,3]) + +def PreActResNet50(): + return PreActResNet(PreActBottleneck, [3,4,6,3]) + +def PreActResNet101(): + return PreActResNet(PreActBottleneck, [3,4,23,3]) + +def PreActResNet152(): + return PreActResNet(PreActBottleneck, [3,8,36,3]) + + +def test(): + net = PreActResNet18() + y = net((torch.randn(1,3,32,32))) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..f01cd8021a --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py @@ -0,0 +1,121 @@ +'''ResNet in PyTorch. + +For Pre-activation ResNet, see 'preact_resnet.py'. + +Reference: +[1] Kaiming He, Xiangyu Zhang, Shaoqing Ren, Jian Sun + Deep Residual Learning for Image Recognition. arXiv:1512.03385 +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class BasicBlock(nn.Module): + expansion = 1 + + def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): + super(BasicBlock, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), + nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*planes) + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.bn2(self.conv2(out)) + out += self.shortcut(x) + out = F.relu(out) + return out + + +class Bottleneck(nn.Module): + expansion = 4 + + def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): + super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*planes) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), + nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*planes) + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) + out += self.shortcut(x) + out = F.relu(out) + return out + + +class ResNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, block, num_blocks, num_classes=10): + super(ResNet, self).__init__() + self.in_planes = 64 + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(block, 64, num_blocks[0], stride=1) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(block, 128, num_blocks[1], stride=2) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(block, 256, num_blocks[2], stride=2) + self.layer4 = self._make_layer(block, 512, num_blocks[3], stride=2) + self.linear = nn.Linear(512*block.expansion, num_classes) + + def _make_layer(self, block, planes, num_blocks, stride): + strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) + layers = [] + for stride in strides: + layers.append(block(self.in_planes, planes, stride)) + self.in_planes = planes * block.expansion + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = self.layer4(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def ResNet18(): + return ResNet(BasicBlock, [2,2,2,2]) + +def ResNet34(): + return ResNet(BasicBlock, [3,4,6,3]) + +def ResNet50(): + return ResNet(Bottleneck, [3,4,6,3]) + +def ResNet101(): + return ResNet(Bottleneck, [3,4,23,3]) + +def ResNet152(): + return ResNet(Bottleneck, [3,8,36,3]) + + +def test(): + net = ResNet18() + y = net(torch.randn(1,3,32,32)) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..7a08f3e7d9 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py @@ -0,0 +1,95 @@ +'''ResNeXt in PyTorch. + +See the paper "Aggregated Residual Transformations for Deep Neural Networks" for more details. +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class Block(nn.Module): + '''Grouped convolution block.''' + expansion = 2 + + def __init__(self, in_planes, cardinality=32, bottleneck_width=4, stride=1): + super(Block, self).__init__() + group_width = cardinality * bottleneck_width + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, group_width, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(group_width) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(group_width, group_width, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=cardinality, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(group_width) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(group_width, self.expansion*group_width, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*group_width) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*group_width: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*group_width, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), + nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*group_width) + ) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) + out += self.shortcut(x) + out = F.relu(out) + return out + + +class ResNeXt(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, num_blocks, cardinality, bottleneck_width, num_classes=10): + super(ResNeXt, self).__init__() + self.cardinality = cardinality + self.bottleneck_width = bottleneck_width + self.in_planes = 64 + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[0], 1) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[1], 2) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[2], 2) + # self.layer4 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[3], 2) + self.linear = nn.Linear(cardinality*bottleneck_width*8, num_classes) + + def _make_layer(self, num_blocks, stride): + strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) + layers = [] + for stride in strides: + layers.append(Block(self.in_planes, self.cardinality, self.bottleneck_width, stride)) + self.in_planes = Block.expansion * self.cardinality * self.bottleneck_width + # Increase bottleneck_width by 2 after each stage. + self.bottleneck_width *= 2 + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + # out = self.layer4(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 8) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def ResNeXt29_2x64d(): + return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=2, bottleneck_width=64) + +def ResNeXt29_4x64d(): + return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=4, bottleneck_width=64) + +def ResNeXt29_8x64d(): + return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=8, bottleneck_width=64) + +def ResNeXt29_32x4d(): + return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=32, bottleneck_width=4) + +def test_resnext(): + net = ResNeXt29_2x64d() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y.size()) + +# test_resnext() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..98bfa0ca51 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py @@ -0,0 +1,121 @@ +'''SENet in PyTorch. + +SENet is the winner of ImageNet-2017. The paper is not released yet. +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class BasicBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): + super(BasicBlock, self).__init__() + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if stride != 1 or in_planes != planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), + nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + ) + + # SE layers + self.fc1 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes//16, kernel_size=1) # Use nn.Conv2d instead of nn.Linear + self.fc2 = nn.Conv2d(planes//16, planes, kernel_size=1) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.bn2(self.conv2(out)) + + # Squeeze + w = F.avg_pool2d(out, out.size(2)) + w = F.relu(self.fc1(w)) + w = F.sigmoid(self.fc2(w)) + # Excitation + out = out * w # New broadcasting feature from v0.2! + + out += self.shortcut(x) + out = F.relu(out) + return out + + +class PreActBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): + super(PreActBlock, self).__init__() + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + + if stride != 1 or in_planes != planes: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( + nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False) + ) + + # SE layers + self.fc1 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes//16, kernel_size=1) + self.fc2 = nn.Conv2d(planes//16, planes, kernel_size=1) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(x)) + shortcut = self.shortcut(out) if hasattr(self, 'shortcut') else x + out = self.conv1(out) + out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) + + # Squeeze + w = F.avg_pool2d(out, out.size(2)) + w = F.relu(self.fc1(w)) + w = F.sigmoid(self.fc2(w)) + # Excitation + out = out * w + + out += shortcut + return out + + +class SENet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, block, num_blocks, num_classes=10): + super(SENet, self).__init__() + self.in_planes = 64 + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(block, 64, num_blocks[0], stride=1) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(block, 128, num_blocks[1], stride=2) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(block, 256, num_blocks[2], stride=2) + self.layer4 = self._make_layer(block, 512, num_blocks[3], stride=2) + self.linear = nn.Linear(512, num_classes) + + def _make_layer(self, block, planes, num_blocks, stride): + strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) + layers = [] + for stride in strides: + layers.append(block(self.in_planes, planes, stride)) + self.in_planes = planes + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = self.layer4(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def SENet18(): + return SENet(PreActBlock, [2,2,2,2]) + + +def test(): + net = SENet18() + y = net(torch.randn(1,3,32,32)) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..3682fd3b1d --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py @@ -0,0 +1,109 @@ +'''ShuffleNet in PyTorch. + +See the paper "ShuffleNet: An Extremely Efficient Convolutional Neural Network for Mobile Devices" for more details. +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class ShuffleBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, groups): + super(ShuffleBlock, self).__init__() + self.groups = groups + + def forward(self, x): + '''Channel shuffle: [N,C,H,W] -> [N,g,C/g,H,W] -> [N,C/g,g,H,w] -> [N,C,H,W]''' + N,C,H,W = x.size() + g = self.groups + return x.view(N,g,C/g,H,W).permute(0,2,1,3,4).contiguous().view(N,C,H,W) + + +class Bottleneck(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride, groups): + super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() + self.stride = stride + + mid_planes = out_planes/4 + g = 1 if in_planes==24 else groups + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, mid_planes, kernel_size=1, groups=g, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_planes) + self.shuffle1 = ShuffleBlock(groups=g) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(mid_planes, mid_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=mid_planes, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_planes) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(mid_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, groups=groups, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) + + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() + if stride == 2: + self.shortcut = nn.Sequential(nn.AvgPool2d(3, stride=2, padding=1)) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.shuffle1(out) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) + res = self.shortcut(x) + out = F.relu(torch.cat([out,res], 1)) if self.stride==2 else F.relu(out+res) + return out + + +class ShuffleNet(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, cfg): + super(ShuffleNet, self).__init__() + out_planes = cfg['out_planes'] + num_blocks = cfg['num_blocks'] + groups = cfg['groups'] + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 24, kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(24) + self.in_planes = 24 + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(out_planes[0], num_blocks[0], groups) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(out_planes[1], num_blocks[1], groups) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(out_planes[2], num_blocks[2], groups) + self.linear = nn.Linear(out_planes[2], 10) + + def _make_layer(self, out_planes, num_blocks, groups): + layers = [] + for i in range(num_blocks): + stride = 2 if i == 0 else 1 + cat_planes = self.in_planes if i == 0 else 0 + layers.append(Bottleneck(self.in_planes, out_planes-cat_planes, stride=stride, groups=groups)) + self.in_planes = out_planes + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +def ShuffleNetG2(): + cfg = { + 'out_planes': [200,400,800], + 'num_blocks': [4,8,4], + 'groups': 2 + } + return ShuffleNet(cfg) + +def ShuffleNetG3(): + cfg = { + 'out_planes': [240,480,960], + 'num_blocks': [4,8,4], + 'groups': 3 + } + return ShuffleNet(cfg) + + +def test(): + net = ShuffleNetG2() + x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..d24c5dcbbf --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py @@ -0,0 +1,162 @@ +'''ShuffleNetV2 in PyTorch. + +See the paper "ShuffleNet V2: Practical Guidelines for Efficient CNN Architecture Design" for more details. +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.functional as F + + +class ShuffleBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, groups=2): + super(ShuffleBlock, self).__init__() + self.groups = groups + + def forward(self, x): + '''Channel shuffle: [N,C,H,W] -> [N,g,C/g,H,W] -> [N,C/g,g,H,w] -> [N,C,H,W]''' + N, C, H, W = x.size() + g = self.groups + return x.view(N, g, C/g, H, W).permute(0, 2, 1, 3, 4).reshape(N, C, H, W) + + +class SplitBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, ratio): + super(SplitBlock, self).__init__() + self.ratio = ratio + + def forward(self, x): + c = int(x.size(1) * self.ratio) + return x[:, :c, :, :], x[:, c:, :, :] + + +class BasicBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_channels, split_ratio=0.5): + super(BasicBlock, self).__init__() + self.split = SplitBlock(split_ratio) + in_channels = int(in_channels * split_ratio) + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, + kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, + kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, groups=in_channels, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, + kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) + self.shuffle = ShuffleBlock() + + def forward(self, x): + x1, x2 = self.split(x) + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x2))) + out = self.bn2(self.conv2(out)) + out = F.relu(self.bn3(self.conv3(out))) + out = torch.cat([x1, out], 1) + out = self.shuffle(out) + return out + + +class DownBlock(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, in_channels, out_channels): + super(DownBlock, self).__init__() + mid_channels = out_channels // 2 + # left + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, + kernel_size=3, stride=2, padding=1, groups=in_channels, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, mid_channels, + kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) + # right + self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, mid_channels, + kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) + self.conv4 = nn.Conv2d(mid_channels, mid_channels, + kernel_size=3, stride=2, padding=1, groups=mid_channels, bias=False) + self.bn4 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) + self.conv5 = nn.Conv2d(mid_channels, mid_channels, + kernel_size=1, bias=False) + self.bn5 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) + + self.shuffle = ShuffleBlock() + + def forward(self, x): + # left + out1 = self.bn1(self.conv1(x)) + out1 = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out1))) + # right + out2 = F.relu(self.bn3(self.conv3(x))) + out2 = self.bn4(self.conv4(out2)) + out2 = F.relu(self.bn5(self.conv5(out2))) + # concat + out = torch.cat([out1, out2], 1) + out = self.shuffle(out) + return out + + +class ShuffleNetV2(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, net_size): + super(ShuffleNetV2, self).__init__() + out_channels = configs[net_size]['out_channels'] + num_blocks = configs[net_size]['num_blocks'] + + self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 24, kernel_size=3, + stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) + self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(24) + self.in_channels = 24 + self.layer1 = self._make_layer(out_channels[0], num_blocks[0]) + self.layer2 = self._make_layer(out_channels[1], num_blocks[1]) + self.layer3 = self._make_layer(out_channels[2], num_blocks[2]) + self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(out_channels[2], out_channels[3], + kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) + self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_channels[3]) + self.linear = nn.Linear(out_channels[3], 10) + + def _make_layer(self, out_channels, num_blocks): + layers = [DownBlock(self.in_channels, out_channels)] + for i in range(num_blocks): + layers.append(BasicBlock(out_channels)) + self.in_channels = out_channels + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + def forward(self, x): + out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) + # out = F.max_pool2d(out, 3, stride=2, padding=1) + out = self.layer1(out) + out = self.layer2(out) + out = self.layer3(out) + out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) + out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.linear(out) + return out + + +configs = { + 0.5: { + 'out_channels': (48, 96, 192, 1024), + 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) + }, + + 1: { + 'out_channels': (116, 232, 464, 1024), + 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) + }, + 1.5: { + 'out_channels': (176, 352, 704, 1024), + 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) + }, + 2: { + 'out_channels': (224, 488, 976, 2048), + 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) + } +} + + +def test(): + net = ShuffleNetV2(net_size=0.5) + x = torch.randn(3, 3, 32, 32) + y = net(x) + print(y.shape) + + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..08347ffa99 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py @@ -0,0 +1,47 @@ +'''VGG11/13/16/19 in Pytorch.''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn + + +cfg = { + 'VGG11': [64, 'M', 128, 'M', 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 'M'], + 'VGG13': [64, 64, 'M', 128, 128, 'M', 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 'M'], + 'VGG16': [64, 64, 'M', 128, 128, 'M', 256, 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 'M'], + 'VGG19': [64, 64, 'M', 128, 128, 'M', 256, 256, 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 512, 'M'], +} + + +class VGG(nn.Module): + def __init__(self, vgg_name): + super(VGG, self).__init__() + self.features = self._make_layers(cfg[vgg_name]) + self.classifier = nn.Linear(512, 10) + + def forward(self, x): + out = self.features(x) + out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) + out = self.classifier(out) + return out + + def _make_layers(self, cfg): + layers = [] + in_channels = 3 + for x in cfg: + if x == 'M': + layers += [nn.MaxPool2d(kernel_size=2, stride=2)] + else: + layers += [nn.Conv2d(in_channels, x, kernel_size=3, padding=1), + nn.BatchNorm2d(x), + nn.ReLU(inplace=True)] + in_channels = x + layers += [nn.AvgPool2d(kernel_size=1, stride=1)] + return nn.Sequential(*layers) + + +def test(): + net = VGG('VGG11') + x = torch.randn(2,3,32,32) + y = net(x) + print(y.size()) + +# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..f19fd37214 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json @@ -0,0 +1,5 @@ +{ + "lr":{"_type":"choice", "_value":[0.1, 0.01, 0.001]}, + "bs":{"_type":"choice","_value":[64, 96, 128]}, + "model":{"_type":"choice", "_value":["ResNet18", "SENet18", "MobileNet"]} +} \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..4c9b3f90c9 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py @@ -0,0 +1,124 @@ +'''Some helper functions for PyTorch, including: + - get_mean_and_std: calculate the mean and std value of dataset. + - msr_init: net parameter initialization. + - progress_bar: progress bar mimic xlua.progress. +''' +import os +import sys +import time +import math + +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.nn.init as init + + +def get_mean_and_std(dataset): + '''Compute the mean and std value of dataset.''' + dataloader = torch.utils.data.DataLoader(dataset, batch_size=1, shuffle=True, num_workers=2) + mean = torch.zeros(3) + std = torch.zeros(3) + print('==> Computing mean and std..') + for inputs, targets in dataloader: + for i in range(3): + mean[i] += inputs[:,i,:,:].mean() + std[i] += inputs[:,i,:,:].std() + mean.div_(len(dataset)) + std.div_(len(dataset)) + return mean, std + +def init_params(net): + '''Init layer parameters.''' + for m in net.modules(): + if isinstance(m, nn.Conv2d): + init.kaiming_normal(m.weight, mode='fan_out') + if m.bias: + init.constant(m.bias, 0) + elif isinstance(m, nn.BatchNorm2d): + init.constant(m.weight, 1) + init.constant(m.bias, 0) + elif isinstance(m, nn.Linear): + init.normal(m.weight, std=1e-3) + if m.bias: + init.constant(m.bias, 0) + + +_, term_width = os.popen('stty size', 'r').read().split() +term_width = int(term_width) + +TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH = 65. +last_time = time.time() +begin_time = last_time +def progress_bar(current, total, msg=None): + global last_time, begin_time + if current == 0: + begin_time = time.time() # Reset for new bar. + + cur_len = int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH*current/total) + rest_len = int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH - cur_len) - 1 + + sys.stdout.write(' [') + for i in range(cur_len): + sys.stdout.write('=') + sys.stdout.write('>') + for i in range(rest_len): + sys.stdout.write('.') + sys.stdout.write(']') + + cur_time = time.time() + step_time = cur_time - last_time + last_time = cur_time + tot_time = cur_time - begin_time + + L = [] + L.append(' Step: %s' % format_time(step_time)) + L.append(' | Tot: %s' % format_time(tot_time)) + if msg: + L.append(' | ' + msg) + + msg = ''.join(L) + sys.stdout.write(msg) + for i in range(term_width-int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH)-len(msg)-3): + sys.stdout.write(' ') + + # Go back to the center of the bar. + for i in range(term_width-int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH/2)+2): + sys.stdout.write('\b') + sys.stdout.write(' %d/%d ' % (current+1, total)) + + if current < total-1: + sys.stdout.write('\r') + else: + sys.stdout.write('\n') + sys.stdout.flush() + +def format_time(seconds): + days = int(seconds / 3600/24) + seconds = seconds - days*3600*24 + hours = int(seconds / 3600) + seconds = seconds - hours*3600 + minutes = int(seconds / 60) + seconds = seconds - minutes*60 + secondsf = int(seconds) + seconds = seconds - secondsf + millis = int(seconds*1000) + + f = '' + i = 1 + if days > 0: + f += str(days) + 'D' + i += 1 + if hours > 0 and i <= 2: + f += str(hours) + 'h' + i += 1 + if minutes > 0 and i <= 2: + f += str(minutes) + 'm' + i += 1 + if secondsf > 0 and i <= 2: + f += str(secondsf) + 's' + i += 1 + if millis > 0 and i <= 2: + f += str(millis) + 'ms' + i += 1 + if f == '': + f = '0ms' + return f diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py deleted file mode 100644 index 65091953e9..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adaptdl.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,201 +0,0 @@ -'''Train CIFAR10 with PyTorch on AdaptDL.''' -from __future__ import print_function -import argparse -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.optim as optim -import torch.nn.functional as F -import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn - -import torchvision -import torchvision.transforms as transforms - -import os -import argparse -import logging - -from models import * -from utils import progress_bar - -import nni - -import adaptdl -import adaptdl.torch as et - - -_logger = logging.getLogger("cifar10_pytorch_automl") -IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 -_logger.info("====> Is chief? " + str(IS_CHIEF)) - -trainloader = None -testloader = None -net = None -criterion = None -optimizer = None -device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' -adaptdl.torch.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() else "gloo") -best_acc = 0.0 # best test accuracy - -def prepare(args): - global trainloader - global testloader - global net - global criterion - global optimizer - - # Data - print('==> Preparing data..') - transform_train = transforms.Compose([ - transforms.RandomCrop(32, padding=4), - transforms.RandomHorizontalFlip(), - transforms.ToTensor(), - transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), - ]) - - transform_test = transforms.Compose([ - transforms.ToTensor(), - transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), - ]) - - trainset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=True, download=True, transform=transform_train) - trainloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(trainset, batch_size=128, shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) - - testset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=False, download=False, transform=transform_test) - testloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(testset, batch_size=100, shuffle=False, num_workers=2) - - #classes = ('plane', 'car', 'bird', 'cat', 'deer', 'dog', 'frog', 'horse', 'ship', 'truck') - - # Model - print('==> Building model..') - if args['model'] == 'vgg': - net = VGG('VGG19') - if args['model'] == 'resnet18': - net = ResNet18() - if args['model'] == 'googlenet': - net = GoogLeNet() - if args['model'] == 'densenet121': - net = DenseNet121() - if args['model'] == 'mobilenet': - net = MobileNet() - if args['model'] == 'dpn92': - net = DPN92() - if args['model'] == 'shufflenetg2': - net = ShuffleNetG2() - if args['model'] == 'senet18': - net = SENet18() - - net = net.to(device) - if device == 'cuda': - cudnn.benchmark = True - criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() - - if args['optimizer'] == 'SGD': - optimizer = optim.SGD(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr'], momentum=0.9, weight_decay=5e-4) - if args['optimizer'] == 'Adadelta': - optimizer = optim.Adadelta(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) - if args['optimizer'] == 'Adagrad': - optimizer = optim.Adagrad(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) - if args['optimizer'] == 'Adam': - optimizer = optim.Adam(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) - if args['optimizer'] == 'Adamax': - optimizer = optim.Adam(net.parameters(), lr=args['lr']) - - net = et.ElasticDataParallel(model=net, optimizer=optimizer) - - -# Training -def train(epoch): - global trainloader - global testloader - global net - global criterion - global optimizer - - print('\nEpoch: %d' % epoch) - net.train() - train_loss = 0 - correct = 0 - total = 0 - for batch_idx, (inputs, targets) in enumerate(trainloader): - inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) - optimizer.zero_grad() - outputs = net(inputs) - loss = criterion(outputs, targets) - loss.backward() - optimizer.step() - - train_loss += loss.item() - _, predicted = outputs.max(1) - total += targets.size(0) - correct += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() - - acc = 100.*correct/total - - progress_bar(batch_idx, len(trainloader), 'Loss: %.3f | Acc: %.3f%% (%d/%d)' - % (train_loss/(batch_idx+1), 100.*correct/total, correct, total)) - -def test(epoch): - global best_acc - global trainloader - global testloader - global net - global criterion - global optimizer - - net.eval() - test_loss = 0 - correct = 0 - total = 0 - with torch.no_grad(): - for batch_idx, (inputs, targets) in enumerate(testloader): - inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) - outputs = net(inputs) - loss = criterion(outputs, targets) - - test_loss += loss.item() - _, predicted = outputs.max(1) - total += targets.size(0) - correct += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() - - acc = 100.*correct/total - - progress_bar(batch_idx, len(testloader), 'Loss: %.3f | Acc: %.3f%% (%d/%d)' - % (test_loss/(batch_idx+1), 100.*correct/total, correct, total)) - - # Update best_acc - acc = 100.*correct/total - if acc > best_acc: - best_acc = acc - return acc, best_acc - - -if __name__ == '__main__': - # NOTE: auto size adjustment is only works on SGD for Adaptdl!!! - # TODO: check tensorboard with `adaptdl._env.get_job_name()` - parser = argparse.ArgumentParser() - parser.add_argument("--epochs", type=int, default=60) - - args, _ = parser.parse_known_args() - - try: - RCV_CONFIG = nni.get_next_parameter() - _logger.info(RCV_CONFIG) - - prepare(RCV_CONFIG) - acc = 0.0 - best_acc = 0.0 - stats = et.Accumulator() - for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(args.epochs): - _logger.info("##############################") - _logger.info(epoch) - _logger.info("##############################") - - train(epoch) - acc, best_acc = test(epoch) - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_intermediate_result(acc, stats) - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_final_result(best_acc) - except Exception as exception: - _logger.exception(exception) - raise diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py index f3ef07ec04..1e9672f4f9 100644 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py @@ -133,13 +133,14 @@ def __len__(self): for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(params["epochs"]): for inputs, targets in dataloader: batch_stat = trainer.train(inputs, targets, stats) + with stats.synchronized(): if IS_CHIEF: nni.report_intermediate_result(batch_stat["Loss"], stats) - with stats.synchronized(): stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_final_result(batch_stat["Loss"]) + with stats.synchronized(): + if IS_CHIEF: + nni.report_final_result(batch_stat["Loss"]) def get_params(): diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json index ab20e966d1..42a0e6ce7d 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdl-nni-configmap-template.json @@ -13,6 +13,7 @@ ] }, "data": { - "run.sh": "" + "run.sh": "", + "cleanup.sh": "" } } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json index e2d1bdfe05..5b41deea96 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json @@ -14,6 +14,16 @@ "spec": { "containers": [ { + "lifecycle": + { + "preStop": + { + "exec": + { + "command": ["/cleanup.sh"] + } + } + }, "command": ["/run.sh"], "env": [ { @@ -53,6 +63,11 @@ "name": "adaptdl-tensorboard-pvc", "subPath": "adaptdl/tensorboard" }, + { + "mountPath": "/cleanup.sh", + "name": "adaptdl-nni-configmap", + "subPath": "cleanup.sh" + }, { "mountPath": "/run.sh", "name": "adaptdl-nni-configmap", diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index b5b7afe4c2..5f08854354 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -185,6 +185,21 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes configmap.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; configmap.data["run.sh"] = await this.prepareRunSh( trialJobId, form, codeDir, outputDir) + const cleanupScriptTemplate: string = +`#!/bin/bash +ps aux | grep "python3 -m nni_trial_tool.trial_keeper" | awk '{print $2}' | xargs kill -2 +while true; +do + proc=\`ps aux | grep "python3 -m nni_trial_tool.trial_keeper" | awk '{print $2}' | grep "" -c\` + if (( $proc == 1 )); then + exit 0 + else + echo "waiting" + fi + sleep 1 +done +`; + configmap.data["cleanup.sh"] = cleanupScriptTemplate await this.genericK8sClient.createConfigMap(configmap) // Set trial job detail until create Adl job successfully diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py index 63abf5700b..71d72b0af3 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py @@ -113,14 +113,15 @@ def report_intermediate_result(metric, accum=None): global _intermediate_seq if accum is not None: + # NOTE: Accumulator should be used under synchronized mode, + # which can only be given from user script side. from adaptdl.torch.accumulator import Accumulator if not isinstance(accum, Accumulator): raise TypeError("accum is not Adaptdl Accumulator!") - with accum.synchronized(): - if INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET not in accum: - accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] = 0 - _intermediate_seq = accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] - accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] += 1 + if INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET not in accum: + accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] = 0 + _intermediate_seq = accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] + accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] += 1 assert _params or trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM is None, \ 'nni.get_next_parameter() needs to be called before report_intermediate_result' diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py index 5f6d87ca2d..c7e2813e49 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py @@ -47,10 +47,10 @@ def test_report_intermediate_result_with_accumulator(self): adaptdl.torch.init_process_group( "nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() else "gloo" ) + INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" stats = et.Accumulator() - res = nni.report_intermediate_result(123, stats) with stats.synchronized(): - INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" + res = nni.report_intermediate_result(123, stats) self.assertEqual(stats[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET], 1) def test_report_final_result_simple(self): diff --git a/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py b/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py index 08688973e0..14de278f41 100644 --- a/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py +++ b/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py @@ -28,6 +28,7 @@ regular = re.compile('v?(?P[0-9](\.[0-9]){0,1}).*') _hdfs_client = None +_trial_process = None def get_hdfs_client(args): @@ -62,6 +63,7 @@ def get_hdfs_client(args): def main_loop(args): '''main loop logic for trial keeper''' + global _trial_process if not os.path.exists(LOG_DIR): os.makedirs(LOG_DIR) @@ -90,13 +92,13 @@ def main_loop(args): # Notice: We don't appoint env, which means subprocess wil inherit current environment and that is expected behavior log_pipe_stdout = trial_syslogger_stdout.get_pipelog_reader() - process = Popen(args.trial_command, shell=True, stdout=log_pipe_stdout, stderr=log_pipe_stdout) - nni_log(LogType.Info, 'Trial keeper spawns a subprocess (pid {0}) to run command: {1}'.format(process.pid, + _trial_process = Popen(args.trial_command, shell=True, stdout=log_pipe_stdout, stderr=log_pipe_stdout, preexec_fn=os.setsid) + nni_log(LogType.Info, 'Trial keeper spawns a subprocess (pid {0}) to run command: {1}'.format(_trial_process.pid, shlex.split( args.trial_command))) while True: - retCode = process.poll() + retCode = _trial_process.poll() # child worker process exits and all stdout data is read if retCode is not None and log_pipe_stdout.set_process_exit() and log_pipe_stdout.is_read_completed == True: # In Windows, the retCode -1 is 4294967295. It's larger than c_long, and raise OverflowError. @@ -213,6 +215,22 @@ def run(self): fetch_file_thread.start() +def _set_adaptdl_signal_handler(): + import signal + global _trial_process + def _handler(signum, frame): + nni_log(LogType.Info, "RECEIVED SIGNAL {}".format(signum)) + print(_trial_process.pid) + print(signum, signal.SIGTERM) + print(type(signum), type(signal.SIGTERM)) + if _trial_process and (signum == signal.SIGTERM or signum == signal.SIGINT): + os.killpg(os.getpgid(_trial_process.pid), signal.SIGINT) + os.waitpid(_trial_process.pid, 0) + exit(1) + signal.signal(signal.SIGTERM, _handler) + signal.signal(signal.SIGINT, _handler) + + if __name__ == '__main__': '''NNI Trial Keeper main function''' PARSER = argparse.ArgumentParser() @@ -237,6 +255,8 @@ def run(self): try: if NNI_PLATFORM == 'paiYarn' and is_multi_phase(): fetch_parameter_file(args) + if NNI_PLATFORM == 'adl': + _set_adaptdl_signal_handler() main_loop(args) except SystemExit as se: nni_log(LogType.Info, 'NNI trial keeper exit with code {}'.format(se.code)) From a9cfeb98b95775582afd313a19ab027666517bd7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2020 15:29:08 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 09/45] make checkpoint optional in config file --- .../kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts | 10 ++--- .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 23 ++++++++--- .../kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts | 38 +++++++++++++++++++ .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 31 ++++++++++++--- tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py | 8 ++-- 5 files changed, 89 insertions(+), 21 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts index f55d4f33c4..433f84903f 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts @@ -49,8 +49,6 @@ export class NFSConfig { * Trial job configuration for Adl */ export class AdlTrialConfig { - public readonly checkpoint: CheckpointConfig; - public readonly codeDir: string; public readonly command: string; @@ -63,17 +61,19 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { public readonly nfs?: NFSConfig; - constructor(checkpoint: CheckpointConfig, codeDir: string, + public readonly checkpoint?: CheckpointConfig; + + constructor(codeDir: string, command: string, gpuNum: number, image: string, imagePullSecrets?: ImagePullSecretConfig[], - nfs?: NFSConfig) { - this.checkpoint = checkpoint; + nfs?: NFSConfig, checkpoint?: CheckpointConfig) { this.codeDir = codeDir; this.command = command; this.gpuNum = gpuNum; this.image = image; this.imagePullSecrets = imagePullSecrets; this.nfs = nfs; + this.checkpoint = checkpoint; } } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index 5f08854354..3e55d9812d 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -77,7 +77,6 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes } private async launchTensorboard(): Promise { // Start the tensorboard at the beginning of the experiment. - // TODO: add uuid after demo. For now just use fixed name if (this.adlTrialConfig === undefined) { throw new Error('Adl trial config is undefined'); } @@ -93,8 +92,14 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.metadata.name = this.tensorboardName; this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = this.tensorboardName; this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = deploymentUid - this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageSize; - this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + if (this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint != undefined) { + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageSize; + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + } + else { + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.resources.requests.storage = "1Gi" + this.tensorboardPvcTemplate.spec.storageClassName = await this.genericK8sClient.getStorageClass(); + } await this.genericK8sClient.createPersistentVolumeClaim(this.tensorboardPvcTemplate); return Promise.resolve() @@ -173,9 +178,15 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes pvc.metadata.name = adlJobName; pvc.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; pvc.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; - pvc.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig - .checkpoint.storageSize; - pvc.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + if (this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint != undefined) { + pvc.spec.resources.requests.storage = this.adlTrialConfig + .checkpoint.storageSize; + pvc.spec.storageClassName = this.adlTrialConfig.checkpoint.storageClass; + } + else { + pvc.spec.resources.requests.storage = "1Gi" + pvc.spec.storageClassName = await this.genericK8sClient.getStorageClass(); + } await this.genericK8sClient.createPersistentVolumeClaim(pvc); // prepare the runscript and convert it to configmap and mount it diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts index 0b3ae56f93..4bd08bb784 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts @@ -19,6 +19,44 @@ class GeneralK8sClient { this.client.loadSpec(); } + private matchStorageClass(response: any): string { + const adlSupportedProvisioners: RegExp[] = [ + new RegExp("microk8s.io/hostpath"), + new RegExp(".*cephfs.csi.ceph.com"), + new RegExp("\\b" + "efs" + "\\b") + ] + const templateLen = adlSupportedProvisioners.length, + responseLen = response.items.length + let i = 0, + j = 0; + for (; i < responseLen; i++) { + const provisioner: string = response.items[i].provisioner + for (; j < templateLen; j++) { + if (provisioner.match(adlSupportedProvisioners[j])) { + return response.items[i].metadata.name; + } + } + } + return "Not Found!"; + } + + public async getStorageClass(): Promise { + let result: Promise; + const response: any = await this.client.apis["storage.k8s.io"].v1beta1.storageclasses.get() + const storageClassType: string = this.matchStorageClass(response.body) + if (response.statusCode && (response.statusCode >= 200 && response.statusCode <= 299)) { + if (storageClassType != "Not Found!") { + result = Promise.resolve(storageClassType); + } + else { + result = Promise.reject("No StorageClasses are supported!") + } + } else { + result = Promise.reject(`List storageclasses failed, statusCode is ${response.statusCode}`); + } + return result; + } + public async createDeployment(deploymentManifest: any): Promise { let result: Promise; const response: any = await this.client.apis.apps.v1.namespaces('default').deployments.post({ body: deploymentManifest }) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 7d9ce8cde6..6036275a33 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -25,9 +25,15 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "codeDir": ".", "gpuNum": 0, "image": "registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit:latest", - "checkpoint": { - "storageClass": "aws-efs", - "storageSize": "1Gi" + "imagePullSecrets": [ + { + "name": "stagingsecrets" + } + ], + "nfs": { + "server": "172.20.188.236", + "path": "/exports", + "containerMountPath": "/nfs" } }); let testAdlTrialConfig2: any = JSON.stringify({ @@ -83,16 +89,29 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { }); it('Submit job', async () => { + // job without given checkpoint + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + let form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { + sequenceId: 0, + hyperParameters: { + value: 'mock hyperparameters', + index: 0 + } + }; + let jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); + await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); + // job with given checkpoint await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); - // submit job - const form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { + form = { sequenceId: 0, hyperParameters: { value: 'mock hyperparameters', index: 0 } }; - const jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + jobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py index 3c66d47ccb..0da4cd2b80 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py @@ -268,10 +268,6 @@ def validate(self, data): 'command': setType('command', str), 'gpuNum': setNumberRange('gpuNum', int, 0, 99999), 'image': setType('image', str), - 'checkpoint': { - 'storageClass': setType('storageClass', str), - 'storageSize': setType('storageSize', str) - }, Optional('imagePullSecrets'): [{ 'name': setType('name', str) }], @@ -279,6 +275,10 @@ def validate(self, data): 'server': setType('server', str), 'path': setType('path', str), 'containerMountPath': setType('containerMountPath', str) + }, + Optional('checkpoint'): { + 'storageClass': setType('storageClass', str), + 'storageSize': setType('storageSize', str) } } } From 19743904149b2807d7a68f25e631ff140fe1bb53 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2020 16:40:21 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 10/45] image pulling error handling added --- .gitlab-ci.yml | 1 + examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 2 +- .../kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts | 13 +++++++++++-- 3 files changed, 13 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/.gitlab-ci.yml b/.gitlab-ci.yml index a74d9a1da1..207e64959b 100644 --- a/.gitlab-ci.yml +++ b/.gitlab-ci.yml @@ -19,6 +19,7 @@ azure_pipeline: image: python:3.6 tags: - docker + - 1.0.8 before_script: - apt-get update - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index 1afb03ba70..b4df989c1f 100644 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ useAnnotation: false tuner: builtinTunerName: TPE classArgs: - optimize_mode: maximize + optimize_mode: minimize trial: command: python3 /root/apps/pytorch-cifar/main_nni.py codeDir: . diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts index b701d20c1f..25f550acd4 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -44,18 +44,27 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { switch (phase) { case 'Pending': case 'Starting': - kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; if (kubernetesPodsInfo.items.length > 0){ + const msg: string = kubernetesPodsInfo.items[0].status.containerStatuses[0].state.waiting.reason + if (msg == "ImagePullBackOff" || msg == "ErrImagePull") { + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'FAILED'; + } + else { + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; + } kubernetesTrialJob.message = kubernetesPodsInfo.items .map((pod: any) => JSON.stringify(pod.status.containerStatuses)) .join('\n'); } + else { + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; + } kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); break; case 'Running': case 'Stopping': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'RUNNING'; - kubernetesTrialJob.message = undefined; //TODO + kubernetesTrialJob.message = undefined; //TODO(Petuum) if (kubernetesTrialJob.startTime === undefined) { kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); } From 0db311151d44f7d0a4721ec5355847a4d9d8a304 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2020 17:09:10 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 11/45] nnictl log --- tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py | 5 ++-- tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py | 44 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py | 7 ++--- 3 files changed, 50 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py index 57a57c84ea..5c61935e0a 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py @@ -237,8 +237,6 @@ def parse_args(): parser_tensorboard = subparsers.add_parser('tensorboard', help='manage tensorboard') parser_tensorboard_subparsers = parser_tensorboard.add_subparsers() parser_tensorboard_start = parser_tensorboard_subparsers.add_parser('start', help='start tensorboard') - parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('--adaptdl', dest='adaptdl', action='store_true') - parser_tensorboard_start.set_defaults(adaptdl=False) parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('id', nargs='?', help='the id of experiment') parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('--trial_id', '-T', dest='trial_id', help='the id of trial') parser_tensorboard_start.add_argument('--port', dest='port', default=6006, help='the port to start tensorboard') @@ -254,6 +252,9 @@ def parse_args(): parser_top.set_defaults(func=monitor_experiment) args = parser.parse_args() + # TODO(Petuum): support flexible additional args without restrictions + # args, remaining = parser.parse_known_args() + # setattr(args, 'remaining', remaining) args.func(args) if __name__ == '__main__': diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py index 4c01d2be09..a37111eb3d 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py @@ -10,6 +10,7 @@ import shutil import subprocess from functools import cmp_to_key +import traceback from datetime import datetime, timezone from subprocess import Popen from pyhdfs import HdfsClient @@ -21,6 +22,7 @@ from .constants import NNICTL_HOME_DIR, NNI_HOME_DIR, EXPERIMENT_INFORMATION_FORMAT, EXPERIMENT_DETAIL_FORMAT, \ EXPERIMENT_MONITOR_INFO, TRIAL_MONITOR_HEAD, TRIAL_MONITOR_CONTENT, TRIAL_MONITOR_TAIL, REST_TIME_OUT from .common_utils import print_normal, print_error, print_warning, detect_process, get_yml_content, generate_temp_dir +from .common_utils import print_green from .command_utils import check_output_command, kill_command from .ssh_utils import create_ssh_sftp_client, remove_remote_directory @@ -372,6 +374,40 @@ def log_stderr(args): '''get stderr log''' log_internal(args, 'stderr') +def log_trial_adl_helper(args, experiment_id): + # adljob_id format should be consistent to the one in "adlTrainingService.ts": + # const adlJobName: string = `nni-exp-${this.experimentId}-trial-${trialJobId}`.toLowerCase(); + adlJobName = "nni-exp-{}-trial-{}".format(experiment_id, args.trial_id).lower() + print_warning('Note that no log will show when trial is pending or done (succeeded or failed). ' + 'You can retry the command.') + print_green('>>> Trial log streaming:') + try: + proc = subprocess.run( + [ + "kubectl", "logs", + "-l", "adaptdl/job=%s" % adlJobName, + "-f" # Follow the stream + ], # TODO(Petuum): support remaining argument, uncomment the TODO(Petuum) lines in nnictl.py + ) # TODO(Petuum): emulate tee behaviors, not necessary tho. + except KeyboardInterrupt: + pass + except Exception: + print_error('Error! Please check kubectl:') + traceback.print_exc() + exit(1) + finally: + print_green('<<< [adlJobName:%s]' % adlJobName) + nni_manager_collection_path = os.path.expanduser('~/nni/experiments/%s/trials/%s/stdout_log_collection.log' % + (experiment_id, args.trial_id)) + print_green('>>> (Optional) How to persist the complete trial log locally:') + print( + 'Please ensure `logCollection: http` ' + 'exists in the experiment configuration yaml. ' + 'After trial done, you can check it from the file below: \n %s' + % nni_manager_collection_path + ) + + def log_trial(args): ''''get trial log path''' trial_id_path_dict = {} @@ -394,10 +430,18 @@ def log_trial(args): else: print_error('Restful server is not running...') exit(1) + is_adl = nni_config.get_config('experimentConfig').get('trainingServicePlatform') == 'adl' + if is_adl and not args.trial_id: + print_error('Trial ID is required to retrieve the log for adl. Please specify it with "--trial_id".') + exit(1) if args.trial_id: if args.trial_id not in trial_id_list: print_error('Trial id {0} not correct, please check your command!'.format(args.trial_id)) exit(1) + if is_adl: + log_trial_adl_helper(args, nni_config.get_config('experimentId')) + # adl has its own way to log trial, and it thus returns right after the helper returns + return if trial_id_path_dict.get(args.trial_id): print_normal('id:' + args.trial_id + ' path:' + trial_id_path_dict[args.trial_id]) else: diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py index 46fc36d1c0..903a87e959 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py @@ -113,7 +113,6 @@ def stop_tensorboard(args): def adl_tensorboard_helper(args): '''start tensorboard on adl''' import subprocess - from kubernetes import client, config if args.trial_id is not None: print_warning('Tensorboard on adl platform will show all trials. No trial ids needed.') cmd = "kubectl port-forward deployment/{} {}:{}".format( @@ -127,13 +126,13 @@ def adl_tensorboard_helper(args): def start_tensorboard(args): '''start tensorboard''' experiment_id = check_experiment_id(args) - if args.adaptdl: - adl_tensorboard_helper(args) - return experiment_config = Experiments() experiment_dict = experiment_config.get_all_experiments() config_file_name = experiment_dict[experiment_id]['fileName'] nni_config = Config(config_file_name) + if nni_config.get_config('experimentConfig').get('trainingServicePlatform') == 'adl': + adl_tensorboard_helper(args) + return rest_port = nni_config.get_config('restServerPort') rest_pid = nni_config.get_config('restServerPid') if not detect_process(rest_pid): From 01778869d4791b4bb8d8407f4353587438ed38c8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2020 18:08:13 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 12/45] fix backward incompatible changes after rebase --- tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py index a37111eb3d..6e289cd273 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py @@ -397,7 +397,7 @@ def log_trial_adl_helper(args, experiment_id): exit(1) finally: print_green('<<< [adlJobName:%s]' % adlJobName) - nni_manager_collection_path = os.path.expanduser('~/nni/experiments/%s/trials/%s/stdout_log_collection.log' % + nni_manager_collection_path = os.path.expanduser('~/nni-experiments/%s/trials/%s/stdout_log_collection.log' % (experiment_id, args.trial_id)) print_green('>>> (Optional) How to persist the complete trial log locally:') print( From e21e88423c2530587dc630d7d10b857e2086507d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 8 Sep 2020 20:28:35 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 13/45] fix nnictl tensorboard start allowing optional experiment id --- tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py index 903a87e959..e240758b46 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py @@ -126,6 +126,8 @@ def adl_tensorboard_helper(args): def start_tensorboard(args): '''start tensorboard''' experiment_id = check_experiment_id(args) + if args.id is None: + args.id = experiment_id experiment_config = Experiments() experiment_dict = experiment_config.get_all_experiments() config_file_name = experiment_dict[experiment_id]['fileName'] From 629804f2bb53bef307641a57ec628920d2793404 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2020 19:40:49 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 14/45] `waiting` doesn't exist bug fix --- .../kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts | 18 +++++++++--------- 1 file changed, 9 insertions(+), 9 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts index 25f550acd4..1a3b84d023 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -44,21 +44,21 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { switch (phase) { case 'Pending': case 'Starting': + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; if (kubernetesPodsInfo.items.length > 0){ - const msg: string = kubernetesPodsInfo.items[0].status.containerStatuses[0].state.waiting.reason - if (msg == "ImagePullBackOff" || msg == "ErrImagePull") { - kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'FAILED'; - } - else { - kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; + if (kubernetesPodsInfo.items[0].status.containerStatuses != undefined) { + const currState: any = kubernetesPodsInfo.items[0].status.containerStatuses[0].state + if (currState.waiting != undefined) { + const msg: string = currState.waiting.reason + if (msg == "ImagePullBackOff" || msg == "ErrImagePull") { + kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'FAILED'; + } + } } kubernetesTrialJob.message = kubernetesPodsInfo.items .map((pod: any) => JSON.stringify(pod.status.containerStatuses)) .join('\n'); } - else { - kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'WAITING'; - } kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); break; case 'Running': From 918cbb884d6a181f18e3b3dddb76f7a92d4a07af Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:48:32 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 15/45] Resolve BE-12465: add fail msg and resource config --- examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 6 ++++-- .../config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json | 4 ++++ .../rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts | 3 +++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts | 9 ++++++++- .../kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts | 4 ++++ .../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 17 +++++++++++++++-- .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 6 ++++-- tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py | 4 +++- 8 files changed, 45 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index b4df989c1f..38c08fe21a 100644 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -15,9 +15,11 @@ trial: command: python3 /root/apps/pytorch-cifar/main_nni.py codeDir: . gpuNum: 1 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-nni-cifar + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-nni-cifar-1.8 imagePullSecrets: - name: stagingsecret checkpoint: storageClass: dfs - storageSize: 1Gi \ No newline at end of file + storageSize: 1Gi + cpuNum: 1 + memorySize: 1Gi \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json index 5b41deea96..4ce8788848 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json @@ -43,6 +43,10 @@ "imagePullPolicy": "Always", "name": "main", "resources": { + "requests": { + "memory": "", + "cpu": "" + }, "limits": { "nvidia.com/gpu": 1 } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts index a0a65f3a3f..0f7ada7a65 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts @@ -32,6 +32,9 @@ export namespace ValidationSchemas { outputDir: joi.string(), cpuNum: joi.number().min(1), memoryMB: joi.number().min(100), + // ############## adl cpu and memory config ############### + memorySize: joi.string(), + // ######################################################## gpuNum: joi.number().min(0), command: joi.string().min(1), virtualCluster: joi.string(), diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts index 433f84903f..ff76927377 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts @@ -63,10 +63,15 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { public readonly checkpoint?: CheckpointConfig; + public readonly cpuNum?: number; + + public readonly memorySize?: string; + constructor(codeDir: string, command: string, gpuNum: number, image: string, imagePullSecrets?: ImagePullSecretConfig[], - nfs?: NFSConfig, checkpoint?: CheckpointConfig) { + nfs?: NFSConfig, checkpoint?: CheckpointConfig, + cpuNum?: number, memorySize?: string) { this.codeDir = codeDir; this.command = command; this.gpuNum = gpuNum; @@ -74,6 +79,8 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { this.imagePullSecrets = imagePullSecrets; this.nfs = nfs; this.checkpoint = checkpoint; + this.cpuNum = cpuNum; + this.memorySize = memorySize; } } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts index 1a3b84d023..20964c5162 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -72,6 +72,10 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { case 'Failed': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'FAILED'; kubernetesTrialJob.message = kubernetesJobInfo.status.message; + if (kubernetesPodsInfo.items.length > 0) { + kubernetesTrialJob.message += " ; "; + kubernetesTrialJob.message += `Use 'nnictl logs --trial_id ${kubernetesTrialJob.id}' to get pod failure log.`; + } // undefined => NaN as endTime here kubernetesTrialJob.endTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp); break; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index 3e55d9812d..12e1b196bb 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -142,14 +142,27 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes job.metadata.labels.trialId = trialJobId job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] .image = this.adlTrialConfig.image; - job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] - .resources.limits["nvidia.com/gpu"] = this.adlTrialConfig.gpuNum; job.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = adlJobName job.spec.template.spec.volumes[1] .persistentVolumeClaim.claimName = this.tensorboardName job.spec.template.spec.volumes[2] .configMap.name = adlJobName + // Handle Pod Resource + let cpu: number = 1; + let memory: string = "1Gi"; + if (this.adlTrialConfig.cpuNum !== undefined) { + cpu = this.adlTrialConfig.cpuNum; + } + if (this.adlTrialConfig.memorySize !== undefined) { + memory = this.adlTrialConfig.memorySize; + } + job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + .resources.requests.memory = memory; + job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + .resources.requests.cpu = cpu; + job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] + .resources.limits["nvidia.com/gpu"] = this.adlTrialConfig.gpuNum; // Handle imagePullSecrets if (this.adlTrialConfig.imagePullSecrets !== undefined) { job.spec.template.spec.imagePullSecrets = job.spec.template.spec diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 6036275a33..a66ed38292 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -34,7 +34,9 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "server": "172.20.188.236", "path": "/exports", "containerMountPath": "/nfs" - } + }, + "memorySize": "1Gi", + "cpuNum": 1 }); let testAdlTrialConfig2: any = JSON.stringify({ "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", @@ -89,7 +91,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { }); it('Submit job', async () => { - // job without given checkpoint + // job without given checkpoint, with resource config await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); let form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { sequenceId: 0, diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py index 0da4cd2b80..8374f6fcf1 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py @@ -279,7 +279,9 @@ def validate(self, data): Optional('checkpoint'): { 'storageClass': setType('storageClass', str), 'storageSize': setType('storageSize', str) - } + }, + Optional('cpuNum'): setNumberRange('cpuNum', int, 0, 99999), + Optional('memorySize'): setType('memorySize', str) } } From 7ff5fd28736c5f45798b1e2e24691fd81bcfe1cf Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Tairui Wang Date: Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:36:33 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 16/45] BE-12510: nni-tensorboard issue fixed --- tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py | 5 +++++ 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+) diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py index e240758b46..57b2db2918 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py @@ -126,10 +126,15 @@ def adl_tensorboard_helper(args): def start_tensorboard(args): '''start tensorboard''' experiment_id = check_experiment_id(args) + if not experiment_id: + return if args.id is None: args.id = experiment_id experiment_config = Experiments() experiment_dict = experiment_config.get_all_experiments() + if experiment_dict[args.id]["status"] == "STOPPED": + print_error("Experiment {} is stopped...".format(args.id)) + return config_file_name = experiment_dict[experiment_id]['fileName'] nni_config = Config(config_file_name) if nni_config.get_config('experimentConfig').get('trainingServicePlatform') == 'adl': From d129e2322cd9bbe03481e2ebb811ccb1fb84ca31 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Mon, 21 Sep 2020 00:52:36 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 17/45] AdaptDL-Compatible Python CLI APIs Example --- .gitignore | 2 + examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile | 15 + examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml | 24 + examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb | 521 +++++++++++++++++++ 4 files changed, 562 insertions(+) create mode 100644 examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile create mode 100644 examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml create mode 100644 examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb diff --git a/.gitignore b/.gitignore index 51cf8e495e..fada7a8367 100644 --- a/.gitignore +++ b/.gitignore @@ -69,6 +69,8 @@ __pycache__ build *.egg-info setup.pye +**/__init__.pye +**/.ipynb_checkpoints # Environments .env diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..9b28ca78d1 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile @@ -0,0 +1,15 @@ +FROM pytorch/pytorch:1.4-cuda10.1-cudnn7-runtime + +COPY mnist.py . +COPY requirements.txt . +RUN pip install -r requirements.txt + +########################################################### +RUN pip install nni==1.8.16+petuum --extra-index-url http://pypi.int.petuum.com:8080/simple --trusted-host pypi.int.petuum.com +# Here should matches your local +# `nnictl --version` just installed above. +# +# Note that for now the experiment codes are allowed +# to not use any NNI SDK library, but as for the +# DockerFile its pip dependency is required. +########################################################### diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..1e3d2bfad9 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml @@ -0,0 +1,24 @@ +authorName: default +experimentName: example_mnist_pytorch +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 1h +maxTrialNum: 10 + +nniManagerIp: 10.20.100.121 +logCollection: http +trainingServicePlatform: adl + +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + builtinTunerName: TPE + classArgs: + optimize_mode: maximize + +trial: + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/train-demo:mnist-pytorch-adl + imagePullSecrets: + - name: stagingsecret + command: python3 mnist.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 1 diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..08abba46e5 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb @@ -0,0 +1,521 @@ +{ + "cells": [ + { + "cell_type": "markdown", + "metadata": {}, + "source": [ + "# Using NNI Python APIs\n", + "\n", + "NNI provides `nnicli` module as a python wrapper for its restful API clients, which can be used to control and query NNI experiments and trial jobs in your python code. This notebook shows how to use `nnicli` module.\n", + "\n", + "The APIs available once you installed via `pip install nni`. For detailed API reference, please refer to [this page](https://nni.readthedocs.io/en/latest/nnicli_ref.html)." + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 1, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [], + "source": [ + "from nnicli import Experiment" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "markdown", + "metadata": {}, + "source": [ + "It is compatible with **AdaptDL** if the installation requirements in \"Getting Started\" are satisfied: (i) Petuum build of `nni==+petuum` and (ii) `.kube/config` file to access the training cluster with AdaptDL scheduler." + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "markdown", + "metadata": {}, + "source": [ + "## Start an Experiment\n", + "\n", + "Let's use a configruation file in nni examples directory to start an experiment." + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 2, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "authorName: default\r\n", + "experimentName: example_mnist_pytorch\r\n", + "trialConcurrency: 1\r\n", + "maxExecDuration: 1h\r\n", + "maxTrialNum: 10\r\n", + "\r\n", + "nniManagerIp: 10.20.100.121\r\n", + "logCollection: http\r\n", + "trainingServicePlatform: adl\r\n", + "\r\n", + "searchSpacePath: search_space.json\r\n", + "useAnnotation: false\r\n", + "tuner:\r\n", + " builtinTunerName: TPE\r\n", + " classArgs:\r\n", + " optimize_mode: maximize\r\n", + "\r\n", + "trial:\r\n", + " image: registry.petuum.com/dev/train-demo:mnist-pytorch-adl\r\n", + " imagePullSecrets:\r\n", + " - name: stagingsecret\r\n", + " command: python3 mnist.py\r\n", + " codeDir: .\r\n", + " gpuNum: 1\r\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "! cat ./config_adl.yml" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 3, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "INFO: expand searchSpacePath: search_space.json to /Users/ubuntu/workspace/nni/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/search_space.json\n", + "INFO: expand codeDir: . to /Users/ubuntu/workspace/nni/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/.\n", + "INFO: Starting restful server...\n", + "INFO: Successfully started Restful server!\n", + "INFO: Setting adl config...\n", + "INFO: Successfully set adl config!\n", + "INFO: Starting experiment...\n", + "INFO: Successfully started experiment!\n", + "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", + "The experiment id is raMAGcBW\n", + "The Web UI urls are: 10.20.100.121:8080\n", + "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", + "\n", + "You can use these commands to get more information about the experiment\n", + "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", + "commands description\n", + "1. nnictl experiment show show the information of experiments\n", + "2. nnictl trial ls list all of trial jobs\n", + "3. nnictl top monitor the status of running experiments\n", + "4. nnictl log stderr show stderr log content\n", + "5. nnictl log stdout show stdout log content\n", + "6. nnictl stop stop an experiment\n", + "7. nnictl trial kill kill a trial job by id\n", + "8. nnictl --help get help information about nnictl\n", + "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", + "Command reference document https://nni.readthedocs.io/en/latest/Tutorial/Nnictl.html\n", + "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", + "\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "from nnicli import Experiment\n", + "\n", + "# create an experiment instance\n", + "exp = Experiment() \n", + "\n", + "# start an experiment, then connect the instance to this experiment\n", + "# you can also use `resume_experiment`, `view_experiment` or `connect_experiment`\n", + "# only one of them should be called in one instance\n", + "exp.start_experiment('./config_adl.yml', port=8080)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 4, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "INFO: Update concurrency success!\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "# update the experiment's concurrency\n", + "exp.update_concurrency(2)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "markdown", + "metadata": {}, + "source": [ + "## Connect a Running Experiment\n", + "\n", + "Connect `nnicli` moduele to the rest server of started nni experiment. Local mode training serviced is used in this notebook, but nnicli module can connect to any started nni experiment. The endpoint can be found in the output of `start_experiment` function." + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 5, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [], + "source": [ + "exp = Experiment()\n", + "exp.connect_experiment('http://127.0.0.1:8080')" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "markdown", + "metadata": {}, + "source": [ + "## Retrieve Experiment Information" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 6, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "{'params': {'authorName': 'default', 'experimentName': 'example_mnist_pytorch', 'trialConcurrency': 1, 'maxExecDuration': 3600, 'maxTrialNum': 10, 'searchSpace': '{\"batch_size\": {\"_type\": \"choice\", \"_value\": [16, 32, 64, 128]}, \"hidden_size\": {\"_type\": \"choice\", \"_value\": [128, 256, 512, 1024]}, \"lr\": {\"_type\": \"choice\", \"_value\": [0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1]}, \"momentum\": {\"_type\": \"uniform\", \"_value\": [0, 1]}}', 'trainingServicePlatform': 'adl', 'tuner': {'builtinTunerName': 'TPE', 'classArgs': {'optimize_mode': 'maximize'}, 'checkpointDir': '/Users/ubuntu/nni-experiments/xpX702bz/checkpoint'}, 'versionCheck': True, 'clusterMetaData': []}, 'id': 'xpX702bz', 'execDuration': 2956, 'startTime': 1600621903511, 'logDir': '/Users/ubuntu/nni-experiments/xpX702bz', 'nextSequenceId': 11, 'revision': 309, 'endTime': 1600625066979}\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "profile = exp.get_experiment_profile()\n", + "print(profile)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 7, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "Is it using AdaptDL scheduler?: True\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "print('Is it using AdaptDL scheduler?:', profile['params']['trainingServicePlatform'] == 'adl')" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 8, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "data": { + "text/plain": [ + "{'status': 'DONE', 'errors': []}" + ] + }, + "execution_count": 8, + "metadata": {}, + "output_type": "execute_result" + } + ], + "source": [ + "exp.get_experiment_status()" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 9, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "10\n", + "[TrialJob(trialJobId: CBRq5 status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 0 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 64, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.405889181698159} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600621908000 endTime: 1600622107273 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094503 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.02)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: ah7rc status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 1 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.1, 'momentum': 0.6306322181873855} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622115000 endTime: 1600622259927 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622248490 trialJobId: ah7rc parameterId: 1 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.16)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: ntGry status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 2 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 256, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.18067074619914125} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622271000 endTime: 1600622445552 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622432684 trialJobId: ntGry parameterId: 2 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 98.62)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: bU38X status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 3 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 16, 'hidden_size': 1024, 'lr': 0.001, 'momentum': 0.5338367501479216} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622451000 endTime: 1600622764742 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622752406 trialJobId: bU38X parameterId: 3 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 98.81)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: TmrMR status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 4 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 16, 'hidden_size': 512, 'lr': 0.1, 'momentum': 0.6930513099409733} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622772000 endTime: 1600623040724 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600623028755 trialJobId: TmrMR parameterId: 4 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 9.8)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: EDnUB status: FAILED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 5 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 1024, 'lr': 0.0001, 'momentum': 0.04350909195142094} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600623048884 endTime: 1600624227732 finalMetricData: None stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: fyKpg status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 0 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 32, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.2565874141826947} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624233000 endTime: 1600624540381 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600624529536 trialJobId: fyKpg parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.06)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: VoMCJ status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 1 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 512, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.259552132312303} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624549000 endTime: 1600624718080 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600624705876 trialJobId: VoMCJ parameterId: 1 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 98.67)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: O89wo status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 2 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 64, 'hidden_size': 512, 'lr': 0.0001, 'momentum': 0.8182249147061414} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624725000 endTime: 1600624907632 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600624900647 trialJobId: O89wo parameterId: 2 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 93.75)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: vBptg status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 3 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.1, 'momentum': 0.11328929327212078} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624916000 endTime: 1600625062304 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600625049524 trialJobId: vBptg parameterId: 3 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.07)] stderrPath: None)]\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "trial_jobs = exp.list_trial_jobs()\n", + "print(len(trial_jobs))\n", + "print(trial_jobs)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 10, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "CBRq5\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "example_trial_id = trial_jobs[0].trialJobId\n", + "print(example_trial_id)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 11, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "data": { + "text/plain": [ + "TrialJob(trialJobId: CBRq5 status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 0 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 64, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.405889181698159} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600621908000 endTime: 1600622107273 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094503 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.02)] stderrPath: None)" + ] + }, + "execution_count": 11, + "metadata": {}, + "output_type": "execute_result" + } + ], + "source": [ + "exp.get_trial_job(trial_job_id=example_trial_id)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 12, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + "{'CBRq5': [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600621976809 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 0 data: 96.77), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600621989736 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 1 data: 97.92), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622002913 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 2 data: 98.28), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622016024 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 3 data: 98.16), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622029004 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 4 data: 98.43), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622042099 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 5 data: 98.69), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622055301 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 6 data: 98.78), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622068472 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 7 data: 98.92), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622081582 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 8 data: 98.95), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094408 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 9 data: 99.02), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094503 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.02)]}\n" + ] + } + ], + "source": [ + "example_metrics = exp.get_job_metrics(trial_job_id=example_trial_id)\n", + "print(example_metrics)" + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "markdown", + "metadata": {}, + "source": [ + "## Visualizing Experiment Metrics (Optional)\n", + "\n", + "With the retrieved trial job information, we can do some analysis by visualizing the metric data, below is a simple example." + ] + }, + { + "cell_type": "code", + "execution_count": 13, + "metadata": {}, + "outputs": [ + { + "name": "stdout", + "output_type": "stream", + "text": [ + 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docker - 1.0.8 before_script: + - 'curl "$CI_API_V4_URL/projects/$CI_PROJECT_ID/snippets/$SNIPPET_ID_KUBECONFIG/raw" --header "PRIVATE-TOKEN: $GITLAB_API_READ_TOKEN" > ci_kubeconfig' + - cat ci_kubeconfig - apt-get update - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential script: - - export KUBECONFIG="`pwd`/kubeconfig" + - export KUBECONFIG="`pwd`/ci_kubeconfig" - curl -o aws-iam-authenticator https://amazon-eks.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/1.17.7/2020-07-08/bin/linux/amd64/aws-iam-authenticator - chmod +x ./aws-iam-authenticator - mkdir -p $HOME/bin diff --git a/kubeconfig b/kubeconfig deleted file mode 100644 index 7250339f7c..0000000000 --- a/kubeconfig +++ /dev/null @@ -1,24 +0,0 @@ -apiVersion: v1 -clusters: -- cluster: - server: https://871A33974B15A7D202FE49CA46E169AF.yl4.us-west-2.eks.amazonaws.com - certificate-authority-data: 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 - 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IBM said the Rational products were also integrated with Rational PurifyPlus , which allows developers to work in Java , Visual C # and VisualBasic .Net. +1 1439663 1439808 The top rate will go to 4.45 percent for all residents with taxable incomes above $ 500,000 . For residents with incomes above $ 500,000 , the income-tax rate will increase to 4.45 percent . +1 3147370 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . +1 3300040 3299992 The delegates said raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . Bin Laden ’ s men pointed out that raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . +0 524136 524119 " Sanitation is poor ... there could be typhoid and cholera , " he said . " Sanitation is poor , drinking water is generally left behind . . . there could be typhoid and cholera . " +0 969512 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +1 1685339 1685429 The only announced Republican to replace Davis is Rep. Darrell Issa of Vista , who has spent $ 1.71 million of his own money to force a recall . So far the only declared major party candidate is Rep. Darrell Issa , a Republican who has spent $ 1.5 million of his own money to fund the recall . +1 1967578 1967664 The decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in a secret briefing in late July . Scotland Yard 's decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by new intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in late July . +1 2047034 2046820 Unable to find a home for him , a judge told mental health authorities they needed to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . The judge had told the state Department of Mental Health to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . +1 2046630 2046644 The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of the district 's racial balance , facilities , budget , and busing . The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of school busing as well as the district 's racial balance , facilities and budget . +0 2221603 2221633 In midafternoon trading , the Nasdaq composite index was up 8.34 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,790.47 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 8.59 points , or 0.48 percent , to 1,773.54 . +1 129995 129864 Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the beverage maker to " overweight " from " equal-weight " saying in part that pricing power with its bottlers should improve in 2004 . Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the company to " overweight " from " equal-weight , " saying the beverage maker 's pricing power with bottlers should improve in 2004 . +0 919683 919782 The pound also made progress against the dollar , reached fresh three-year highs at $ 1.6789 . The British pound flexed its muscle against the dollar , last up 1 percent at $ 1.6672 . +0 970740 971209 Friday , Stanford ( 47-15 ) blanked the Gamecocks 8-0 . Stanford ( 46-15 ) has a team full of such players this season . +1 2745055 2745022 Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . +0 2199097 2199072 The driver , Eugene Rogers , helped to remove children from the bus , Wood said . At the accident scene , the driver was " covered in blood " but helped to remove children , Wood said . +1 1609290 1609098 ONG KONG , July 9 Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered tonight before the legislature building here to call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered yesterday evening to stand before this city 's legislature building and call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . +1 1597193 1597119 Saddam loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure , as well as frequent attacks on U.S. soldiers . Hussein loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure and attacking US soldiers . +1 2758944 2758975 Its closest living relatives are a family frogs called sooglossidae that are found only in the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean . Its closest relative is found in the Seychelles Archipelago , near Madagascar in the Indian Ocean . +0 2584416 2584653 Cooley said he expects Muhammad will similarly be called as a witness at a pretrial hearing for Malvo . Lee Boyd Malvo will be called as a witness Wednesday in a pretrial hearing for fellow sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad . +1 86007 86373 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists - this Bush administration has chosen to settle old scores , " Graham said . +1 1602860 1602844 He said they lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . Morgenthau said the women , all U.S. citizens , lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . +1 1201306 1201329 The association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the week that ended June 15 , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . +0 461779 461815 With these assets , Funny Cide has a solid chance to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978 . Funny Cide is looking to become horse racing 's first Triple Crown winner in a generation . +1 1438666 1438643 Intel was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel , " spokesman Chuck Mulloy said . Intel spokesman Chuck Mulloy said the company was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel . " +1 3261484 3261306 Mr Annan also warned the US should not use the war on terror as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished freedoms " . Annan warned that the dangers of extremism after September 11 should not be used as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished " freedoms . +1 1277539 1277527 At community colleges , tuition will jump to $ 2,800 from $ 2,500 . Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . +1 3035788 3035918 He made a point of saying during Tuesdays debate that the Confederate flag was a racist symbol . Though Dean made a point of saying during the debate that the Confederate flag is a racist symbol . +0 132553 132725 Bush wanted " to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing , " White House press secretary Ari Fleischer said yesterday . On Tuesday , before Byrd 's speech , Fleischer said Bush wanted ' ' to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing . +0 2259788 2259747 On Monday the Palestinian Prime Minister , Mahmoud Abbas , will report to the Palestinian parliament on his Government 's achievements in its first 100 days in office . Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas must defend the record of his first 100 days in office before Parliament today as the death toll in the occupied territories continues to rise . +0 2307064 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month -- slipping to 6.1 percent -- even as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . +1 3046488 3046824 Per-user pricing is $ 29 for Workplace Messaging , $ 89 for Team Collaboration and $ 35 for Collaborative Learning . Workplace Messaging is $ 29 , Workplace Team Collaboration is $ 89 , and Collaborative Learning is $ 35 . +1 86020 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats – international terrorism – this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " Mr. Graham said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " +0 1100998 1100441 SARS has killed about 800 people and affected more than 8400 since being detected in China in November . SARS has killed about 800 people and sickened more than 8,400 worldwide , mostly in Asia . +1 2268396 2268480 Authorities had no evidence to suggest the two incidents were connected . There was no immediate evidence that the two incidents were connected , police said . +0 1984039 1983986 " Jeremy 's a good guy , " Barber said , adding : " Jeremy is living the dream life of the New York athlete . He also said Shockey is " living the dream life of a New York athlete . +0 2697659 2697747 Ratliff 's daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , were adopted by Peterson after their mother 's death . Peterson helped raise Ratliff 's two daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , who supported him throughout the trial . +0 2175939 2176090 After losing as much as 84.56 earlier , the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 22.81 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,340.45 . In midday trading , the Dow Jones industrial average lost 68.84 , or 0.7 percent , to 9,248.80 . +1 886618 886456 Rumsfeld , who has been feuding for two years with Army leadership , passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . Rumsfeld has been feuding for a long time with Army leadership , and he passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . +1 588637 588864 Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped from 29.4 to 32.6 , while those claiming work was plentiful slipped from 13 to 12.6 . Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped to 32.6 from 29.4 , while those saying work was plentiful slipped to 12.6 from 13 in April . +0 2252795 2252970 He has no immediate plans for television advertising , believing it is unnecessary this early . A Lieberman aide said there were no immediate plans for television advertising . +1 1756329 1756394 " I think it happened very quickly , " Houston Police Department homicide investigator Phil Yochum said of the crime . " I think it happened very quickly , " said Investigator Phil Yochum of the Houston Police Department 's homicide division . +1 1673112 1673068 United issued a statement saying it will " work professionally and cooperatively with all its unions . " Senior vice president Sara Fields said the airline " will work professionally and cooperatively with all our unions . " +1 2357324 2357271 " But they never climb out of the pot of beer again . " It 's just that they never climb out of the beer again . " +1 780408 780363 Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . Bryant has said that hike had a greater effect on demand than officials expected . +1 821523 821385 Robert Liscouski , the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection , will oversee NCSD . NCSD 's chief will be Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection . +1 2304696 2304863 HP 's shipments increased 48 percent year-over-year , compared to an increase of 31 percent for Dell . HPs shipments increased 48 per cent year-on-year , compared to an increase of 31 per cent for Dell . +1 2531749 2531607 Chirac , who can pardon a law-breaker , refused Humbert 's request last year but kept in close touch with the family . Chirac , who has the authority to pardon law-breakers , refused Humbert 's request to be allowed to die last year but kept in close touch with the family . +1 3180014 3179967 The charges allege that he was part of the conspiracy to kill and kidnap persons in a foreign country . The government now charges that Sattar conspired with Rahman to kill and kidnap individuals in foreign countries . +1 726966 726945 In the 2002 study , the margin of error ranged from 1.8 to 4.4 percentage points . It has a margin of error of plus or minus three to four percentage points . +1 2638861 2638982 Mr. Clinton 's national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said that the White House wasn 't informed of the FBI activities . Clinton ’ s national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said in an interview that the White House was not informed of the FBI activities . +1 2495223 2495307 " This decision is clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Timothy Muris said in a written statement . The decision is " clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Tim Muris said . +1 55187 54831 Prosecutors allege that Nichols and co-conspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a bomb that destroyed the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building . Prosecutors allege that Nichols and coconspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a 4,000-pound fuel-and-fertilizer bomb that destroyed the Murrah building . +0 2763381 2763517 Terri Schiavo , 39 , is expected to die sometime in the next two weeks in the Tampa-area hospice where she has spent the past several years . Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . +1 1990975 1991132 Secretary of State Colin Powell designated the Chechen leader believed responsible for last year 's hostage standoff in a Moscow theater as a threat to U.S. security Friday . U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell on Friday designated Chechen rebel leader Shamil Basayev a threat to the security of the United States and to U.S. citizens . +1 2204353 2204418 " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President George W Bush . " " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin ( news - web sites ) and President Bush ( news - web sites ) . " +1 60122 60445 That would be a potential setback to Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . The inquiry may hinder Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . +1 961836 962243 PeopleSoft also said its board had officially rejected Oracle 's offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . +0 3140260 3140288 The Dow Jones industrial average ended the day down 10.89 at 9,837.94 , after advancing 111.04 Wednesday . The Dow Jones industrial average fell 10.89 points , or 0.11 percent , to 9,837.94 . +1 1720166 1720115 Cortisol levels in the saliva of day care children were highest and rose most steeply in those judged by day care center personnel to be the shyest . Cortisol levels in the saliva of day-care children were highest and rose most steeply in those whom day-care centre staffed judged to be the shyest . +1 2573262 2573319 " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head-kicker couldn 't be more wrong , " Mr Howard said . " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head kicker couldn 't be more wrong . " +0 1353356 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said , adding that 18 countries have adopted biotechnology . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . +1 2738677 2738741 The rate of skin cancer has tripled since the 1950s in Norway and Sweden , according to the study . The study also found that skin cancer nearly tripled in Norway and Sweden since the 1950s . +1 1638813 1639087 We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on 11 September , " Rumsfeld said . Rather , the US acted because the administration saw " existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on September 11 " . +1 1605350 1605425 Trans fat makes up only 1 percent to 3 percent of the total fat Americans consume , compared with 14 percent for saturated fat . Trans fat accounts for 2.5 percent of Americans ' daily calories , compared to 11 percent to 12 percent for saturated fat . +1 2494149 2494073 However , a recent slide in prices and OPEC 's expectations of a surge in oil inventories have compounded its fears about a further softening of the market . A 14 percent slide in crude prices this month and expectations of a build up in oil inventories compounded OPEC 's fears of a further softening of the market . +1 3023029 3023229 Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . Peterson , 31 , is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the slayings of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son , Conner . +1 1351550 1351155 Carlson on Tuesday said he would not recuse himself from the case . Service officials said Carlson refused to recuse himself from the case . +1 981185 981234 The program will grow to include ports in Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , among others . The program will be expanded to include areas of the Middle East such as Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , Mr. Ridge said . +0 2111629 2111786 McCabe said he was considered a witness , not a suspect . " He is not considered a suspect , " McCabe said . +1 655498 655391 The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health care worker , said Dr. Colin D ’ Cunha , Ontario ’ s commissioner of public health . The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health-care worker , said Dr Colin D 'Cunha , Ontario 's commissioner of public health . +1 533823 533909 He added that those " are not solely American principles , nor are they exclusively Western . " " These are not solely American principles nor are they exclusively Western , " Rumsfeld said . +1 581592 581570 " If we don 't march into Tehran , I think we will be in pretty good shape , " he said . " As long as we don 't march on Tehran , I think we are going to be in pretty good shape , " he said . +0 1010655 1010430 On Saturday , a 149mph serve against Agassi equalled Rusedski 's world record . On Saturday , Roddick equalled the world record with a 149 m.p.h. serve in beating Andre Agassi . +1 2241925 2242066 Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new technologies and methods to communicate more quickly and efficiently . Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new ways to communicate . +1 2796978 2797024 " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra told business leaders . " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thaksin said . +0 101746 101775 Danbury prosecutor Warren Murray could not be reached for comment Monday . Prosecutors could not be reached for comment after the legal papers were obtained late Monday afternoon . +1 327839 327748 Wittig resigned last year after being indicted on federal bank fraud charges involving a real estate loan unrelated to Westar business . Wittig resigned in late November about two weeks after being indicted on bank fraud charges in a real estate case unrelated to the company . +0 2988297 2988555 Shattered Glass , " starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . " Shattered Glass " _ starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , The New Republic journalist fired for fabricating stories _ debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . +1 2217613 2217659 He was arrested Friday night at an Alpharetta seafood restaurant while dining with his wife , singer Whitney Houston . He was arrested again Friday night at an Alpharetta restaurant where he was having dinner with his wife . +0 2128530 2128455 However , EPA officials would not confirm the 20 percent figure . Only in the past few weeks have officials settled on the 20 percent figure . +1 2208376 2208198 University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman said in a statement on the university 's Web site , " Our fundamental values haven 't changed . " Our fundamental values haven 't changed , " Mary Sue Coleman , president of the university , said in a statement in Ann Arbor . +1 1980654 1980641 The first products are likely to be dongles costing between US $ 100 and US $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . The first products will likely be dongles costing $ 100 to $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . +0 589579 589557 However , Lapidus expects foreign brands ' sales to be up 4 percent , driven by strong truck sales at Honda Motor Co . Lapidus expects Ford to be down 5 percent , Chrysler down 10 percent and foreign brands up 4 percent driven by strong truck sales at Honda . +1 1636060 1635946 Michel , who remains in the government , denied that US pressure had provoked the government 's move . Michel , who has stayed in the new government , denied that it was U.S. pressure which had provoked the government 's move . +1 1630585 1630657 Some of the computers also are used to send spam e-mail messages to drum up traffic to the sites . Some are also used to send spam e-mail messages to boost traffic to the sites . +0 447728 447699 Indonesia 's army has often been accused of human rights abuses during GAM 's battle for independence , charges it has generally denied while accusing the separatists of committing rights violations . Indonesia 's army has been accused of human rights abuses during its earlier battles with GAM , charges it has generally denied . +1 1606495 1606619 Bush also hoped to polish his anti-AIDS credentials in Uganda , which has been hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the killer disease . President Bush flies to Uganda Friday hoping to polish his anti- AIDS credentials in a country hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the epidemic . +1 1550897 1550977 Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . This fall the command will send trainers to work with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and gathering intelligence . +0 490376 490490 The reports helped overcome investor jitters after the euro briefly hit an all-time high against the dollar Tuesday . Stocks slipped at the open after the euro hit record highs against the dollar . +1 3084554 3084612 Sales for the quarter beat expectations , rising 37 percent year-on-year to 1.76 billion euros . Sales rose 37 per cent year-on-year to 1.76bn , beating expectations . +1 315647 315778 If the MTA 's appeal to a higher court is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't be rolled back . If the MTA 's appeal is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't change . +1 3428298 3428362 Robert Walsh , 40 , remained in critical but stable condition Friday at Staten Island University Hospital 's north campus . Walsh , also 40 , was in critical but stable condition at Staten Island University Hospital last night . +1 2523564 2523358 The Guru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS ( Basic Input Output System ) update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . The µGuru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . +1 2079200 2079131 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads tightened in spotty trading on Friday as Wall Street labored to get back on its feet after the largest power outage ever in North America . U.S. stocks rose slightly on feather-light volume on Friday , as Wall Street regrouped after the biggest-ever power outage in North America . +1 818091 817811 The company said it would issue revised guidance for the full fiscal year next month when it releases its Q2 results . The company said it would renew its guidance for 2003 when it announces its second quarter results in mid-July . +1 1580638 1580663 " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think our intelligence services gave us the correct information at the time . " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think that our intelligence services gave us the correct intelligence and information at the time , " Blair said . +0 1919740 1919926 " I don 't know if the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else at another time that may not follow the rules , " Parrish said . " I don 't know whether the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else , " Parrish said . +1 2748287 2748550 " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal is going to win , " McConnell said . " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal 's going to win , " said Sen. Mitch McConnell , assistant majority leader . +1 3394891 3394775 Twenty-eight people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of the St Sophia 's camp , when the mudslide smashed into two cabins . Twenty-seven people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of Saint Sophia Camp , a Greek Orthodox facility , when the mudslide roared through . +0 2963943 2963880 One , Capt. Doug McDonald , remained hospitalized in critical condition on Thursday . Her 20-year-old sister , Allyson , was severely burned and remained hospitalized in critical condition . +0 1865364 1865251 The United States finally relented during President Bush 's visit to Africa earlier this month . During President Bush 's trip to Africa earlier this month , however , Washington said it would support the increase . +1 263690 263819 " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . He also said there is no conscious policy by the United States to move the value of the dollar . +1 283751 283290 It 's the first such drill since the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington . It is the nation 's first large-scale counterterrorism exercise since the Sept . 11 terrorist attacks . +1 2517014 2516995 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will return home late Friday but will remain in detention after recovering from surgery at a Yangon hospital , her personal physician said . Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . +1 1330643 1330622 According to the Merchant Marine Ministry , the 37-year-old ship is registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . The Baltic Sky is a 37-year-old ship registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . +1 3111452 3111428 In an unusual move , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites . In an unusual move that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages . +0 1167835 1167651 Kansas Department of Health and Environment records show there were 88 abortions performed on girls age 14 and younger last year . Statistics from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment show that 11,844 abortions were performed in the state last year . +0 1423836 1423708 A European Union spokesman said the Commission was consulting EU member states " with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary " on the matter . Laos 's second most important export destination - said it was consulting EU member states ' ' with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary ' ' on the matter . +1 2090911 2091154 Waiting crowds filling the streets on both sides overwhelmed the peacekeepers soon after daylight , sweeping past the barbed wire barricades . But waiting crowds filling the streets rushed the bridges soon after daylight , overrunning razor-wire barricades . +1 2265271 2265152 Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products not sold in the United States . Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products unknown to the American market . +1 3062202 3062308 By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said , the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than for those obtained in the United States . By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than U.S. drugs . +1 2155514 2155377 He said : " For the first time there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all . " " For the first time , there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all , " Dyke said . +1 1552068 1551928 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 7 p.m. EST Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . +1 936978 937500 Eric Gagne pitched a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in as many opportunities . Gagne struck out two in a perfect ninth inning for his 23rd save . +0 985015 984975 One way or another , Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix will be in your hands by Saturday . Just about everything about " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix " will set records . +1 1430357 1430425 " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " said Josh Lichter , a meteorologist with the Houston-Galveston weather office . " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " Lichter said . +1 3039310 3039413 Today , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the September 11 2001 attacks . On Wednesday , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the attacks in the US of September 11 2001 . +1 34513 34742 Police say CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the United States . Mr McKinlay said that CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the US . +1 368067 368018 Chiron already has nearly 20 percent acceptances from PowderJect 's shareholders . Chiron has acceptances from holders of nearly 20 percent of PowderJect shares . +0 611663 611716 Ernst & Young has denied any wrongdoing and plans to fight the allegations . Ernst & Young has denied the SEC 's claims , and called its recommendations " irresponsible " . +1 98432 98657 The attack followed several days of disturbances in the city where American soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians carried out demonstrations against the American presence . The attack came after several days of disturbance in the city in which U.S. soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians protested the American presence . +1 3039007 3038845 No company employee has received an individual target letter at this time . She said no company official had received " an individual target letter at this time . " +1 1708040 1708062 Second-quarter results reflected a gain of 10 cents per diluted share , while the 2002 results included a loss of 19 cents per diluted share . The second-quarter results had a non-operating gain of 10 cents a share while the 2002 second-quarter performance had a net non-operating loss of 19 cents a share . +0 1757264 1757375 He allegedly told his ex-wife in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . The two had battled over custody and he allegedly told her in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . +1 383417 383558 Worldwide , more than 50 million people have seen " Les Miz , " with gross receipts of $ 1.8 billion . Worldwide , Les Misérables has been seen by over 50 million people , with a total gross of over $ 2 billion . +0 2766112 2766084 In fiction : Edward P. Jones ( " The Known World " ) and Scott Spencer ( " A Ship Made of Paper " ) . The fifth nominee for fiction is Scott Spencer , for A Ship Made of Paper . +1 1261116 1261234 " Overwhelmingly the Windows brand really resonated with them . " " Windows was the part of the experience that really resonated with people . " +1 3028143 3028234 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services , the federal agency that runs Medicare , last year began a similar effort for nursing homes . The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid launched a similar consumer tool for nursing homes last year . +0 249699 249623 Vivace was founded in 1999 and has raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . During difficult times for technology venture capital , Vivace raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . +0 3448488 3448449 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > added 28 points , or 0.27 percent , at 10,557 , hitting its highest level in 21 months . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 49 points , or 0.47 percent , to 10,578 . +1 2749322 2749663 The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals before Wednesday 's deadline to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals in advance of the deadline today to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . +0 2204592 2204588 Sun Microsystems Inc. on Thursday said it had added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to its Hardware Compatibility List for the Solaris x86 operating system Platform Edition . The vendor has added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to the operating system 's Hardware Compatibility List ( HCL ) . +1 2889005 2888954 Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the state 's 1998 anti-spam law by sending unsolicited e-mail without a toll-free number for recipients to call to stop additional mailings . Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the 1998 anti-spam law because these unsolicited e-mails were sent without a free call number for recipients to phone to stop additional mailings . +0 1657632 1657619 The Neighbours star and singer spent yesterday resting at her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today . Goodrem spent yesterday resting in her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today to determine her exact treatment . +0 555617 555528 The 3 rd Armored Cavalry Regiment is 5,200 strong and the largest combat unit at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . +1 2396937 2396818 " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the Fed said in a statement accompanying the unanimous decision . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . +0 2339738 2339771 " It is bad for Symbian , " said Per Lindberg , analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein . " Motorola has displayed clear disloyalty " to Symbian , said Per Lindberg , an analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein in London . +0 1616174 1616206 Bob Richter , a spokesman for House Speaker Tom Craddick , had no comment about the ruling . Bob Richter , spokesman for Craddick , R-Midland , said the speaker had not seen the ruling and could not comment . +1 635783 635802 But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be another downgrade if Southcorp breached any of its banking covenants . But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be a rating downgrade if Southcorp did breach any banking covenants . +1 3444633 3444733 He added : ``I 've never heard of more reprehensiblebehaviour by a doctor . The Harrisons ’ lawyer Paul LiCalsi said : “ I ’ ve never heard of more reprehensible behaviour by a doctor . +1 555553 555528 Broomhead was assigned to 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment , based at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . +1 1112021 1111925 Other staff members , however , defended the document , saying it would still help policy-makers and the agency improve efforts to address the climate issue . Some E.P.A. staff members defended the document , saying that although pared down it would still help policy makers and the agency address the climate issue . +0 2749410 2749625 President Bush raised a record-breaking $ 49.5 million for his re-election campaign over the last three months , with contributions from 262,000 Americans , the president 's campaign chairman said Tuesday . President Bush has raised $ 83.9 million since beginning his re-election campaign in May , and has $ 70 million of that left to spend , his campaign said Tuesday . +1 1629064 1629043 An episode is declared when the ozone reaches .20 parts per million parts of air for one hour . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . +1 789691 789665 " He may not have been there , " the defence official said on Thursday . " He may not have been there , " said a defence official speaking on condition of anonymity . +1 844421 844679 The U.N. troops are in Congo to protect U.N. installations and personnel , and they can only fire in self defense and have been unable to stem the violence . The troops - whose mandate is to protect U.N. installations and personnel - can only fire in self-defense and have been unable to stem the violence . +1 58540 58567 North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . North American futures pointed to a strong start to the first trading session of the week Monday , as earnings season slows and economic indicators take the spotlight . +1 781439 781461 Xerox itself paid a $ 10 million fine last year to settle similar SEC charges . Xerox itself previously paid a $ 10-million penalty to settle the SEC accusations . +1 1909579 1909408 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " said National Chief Executive Brian Halla . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . +0 787432 787464 The blasts killed two people and injured more than 150 others . The Atlanta Olympic Games attack killed one woman and injured more than 100 other people . +0 52758 52343 Morrill 's wife , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law during the service . At the service Morrill 's widow , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law as people consoled her . +1 1675025 1675047 Spansion products are to be available from both AMD and Fujitsu , AMD said . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . +1 2131318 2131372 About 1,500 police will be deployed for the visit . Around 1,500 police are to be deployed at Niigata for the ferry 's visit . +1 325763 325928 Gamarekian told The News she remembers only the woman 's first name - and refused to reveal it . She told the New York Daily News she remembers only the intern 's first name , which she refused to reveal . +1 2638975 2638855 One of the FBI ’ s key operatives , who had a falling out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend ’ s closed immigration court proceeding . One of the FBI 's key operatives , who has had a falling-out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend 's closed immigration court proceeding . +1 2198694 2198937 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes a salary of $ 65,000 in his 30th year . A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . +1 1825432 1825301 A man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot and kill a city councilman from Queens was ordered held on $ 100,000 bail during an early morning court appearance Saturday . The Queens man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot City Councilman Hiram Monserrate was held on $ 100,000 bail Saturday , a spokesman for the Queens district attorney said . +1 2906104 2906322 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail . They remained in Camden County Jail on Sunday on $ 100,000 bail . +1 722278 722383 Ms Stewart , the chief executive , was not expected to attend . Ms Stewart , 61 , its chief executive officer and chairwoman , did not attend . +0 101747 101777 Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said the defense 's claims were preposterous . Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said she will address the court . +1 2224884 2224819 The Justice Department Aug. 19 gave pre-clearance for the Oct. 7 date for the election to recall Gov. Gray Davis , saying it would not affect minority voting rights . The Justice Department on Aug. 19 sanctioned the Oct. 7 date for recall election , saying it would not affect voting rights . +0 977938 978162 Lord Falconer hailed the changes as " a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned " . " It 's a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned , making the criminal justice system work better . " +0 1015010 1014963 GE stock closed at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1513190 1513246 At least 27 US troops have been killed in hostile fire since Bush 's statement . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . +1 2385348 2385394 A recent poll showed Edwards with a narrow lead in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . A recent poll showed Edwards in a virtual four-way tie at the top in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . +1 2317018 2317252 November 17 's last victim was British defence attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot on an Athens road in June 2000 . November 17 's last victim was British defense attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot and killed at point-blank range on a busy Athens road in June 2000 . +0 1831696 1831660 The agency charged that one WD Energy worker discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies . The agency found further that a WD Energy employee discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies , which the CFTC didn 't identify . +1 1528383 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshipper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the assailants first targeted the mosque 's security guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . +1 917965 918315 For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs accounted for much of the inflation , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost increase . For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs dominated the increase , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost spiral . +0 3218713 3218830 Q : Can I buy coverage for prescription drugs right away ? Congress has added a new benefit - an option to buy insurance coverage for prescription drugs . +1 221079 221003 The airline also said it has the option to buy 380 more airplanes , orders that would be split evenly between the two manufacturers . The airline has the option to buy 380 more , split evenly between the two manufacturers . +1 2546175 2546198 Dr Mark McClean , Jonathan 's family doctor , said if the drug had been administered earlier Jonathan would have retained more of his brain functions . Dr Mark McClean , the family 's GP , said had the drug been administered to Jonathan earlier , he would have retained more of his brain function . +0 799346 799268 The chain operates more than 3,400 stores , and has annual revenue of about $ 15.8 billion . The chain , which has been under new management since late 1999 , has more than 3,400 stores and $ 15.8 billion in annual revenue . +0 2673104 2673130 All patients developed some or all of the symptoms of E. coli food poisoning : bloody diarrhea , vomiting , abdominal cramping and nausea . Symptoms of the E. coli infection include bloody diarrhea , nausea , vomiting and abdominal cramping . +1 1354501 1354476 Federal regulators have turned from sour to sweet on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings Inc. and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream Inc . Federal regulators have changed their minds on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream . +1 3070979 3070949 Environmental campaigners are using this weekend ’ s lunar eclipse to highlight the huge increase in light pollution across the UK . Environmental campaigners used the eclipse to highlight the surge in light pollution across Britain . +0 1264509 1264471 Available July 7 , the software supports the Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows operating systems . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . +1 103280 103431 Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chrétien have both said the Liberal government will introduce legislation soon to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot for personal use . Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chretien both have said the government will introduce legislation to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot . +0 110731 110648 But Chauncey Billups demonstrated he 's also capable of big games , scoring 77 points over the final two games against the Magic . Billups scored 77 points in the final two games of the first-round series against the Magic . +1 2274844 2274714 Kelly killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government had embellished evidence of Iraq 's banned weapons to justify the war . He killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government exaggerated the case for war against Iraq . +0 1050307 1050144 And it 's going to be a wild ride , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . Now the rest is just mechanical , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . +1 2810634 2810670 While the Ibrahims had one separation operation , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three for the Aguirres , with several weeks between each . Instead of one long operation to separate the twins , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three , with several weeks between each . +1 3073773 3073779 Lay had contended that turning over the documents would violate his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . +0 261202 260995 The WHO experts didn 't say how many cases in Hebei were in rural areas . Hebei has reported 191 cases and eight deaths , though the WHO experts did not say how many were in rural areas . +1 1824224 1824209 Nearly 300 mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign gave up and retreated peacefully after some 19 hours . Mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign ended a 19-hour standoff late Sunday and returned to barracks without a shot fired . +1 548867 548785 In three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five stock , when its share price was around $ 24 , to 37th . In the space of three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five 5 stock when its share price hovered around $ 24 to 37th on the list . +0 2796658 2796682 About two hours later , his body , wrapped in a blanket , was found dumped a few blocks away . Then his body was dumped a few blocks away , found in a driveway on Argyle Road . +1 1808166 1808434 Columbia broke up over Texas upon re-entry on Feb. 1 . Columbia broke apart in the skies above Texas on Feb. 1 . +1 853475 853342 A year or two later , 259 , or 10 per cent , of the youths reported that they had started to smoke , or had taken just a few puffs . Within two years , 259 , or 10 percent , of the youths reported they had started to smoke or had at least taken a few puffs . +0 977772 977804 The Lord Chancellor was guardian of the Great Seal , used to stamp all official documents from the sovereign . Falconer will hold on , for now , to the Lord Chancellor 's Great Seal , used to sign off instructions from the sovereign . +1 577854 578500 Cindy Yeast , a 50-year-old Washington-area publicist , says she began taking supplements two years ago in part to avoid mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . She started taking supplements two years ago - partly to stave off mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . +1 2829194 2829229 The two are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . +1 2074182 2074668 Gibson said last month in a press statement that " neither I nor my film are anti-Semitic . Gibson said in a June statement that he and his film are not anti-Semitic . +0 2758265 2758282 The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies , and set out to make it easier for them to apply the updates . The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies trying to apply them . +1 1958079 1958143 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . +1 544217 544325 The vote came just two days after Kurds swept City Council elections , taking the largest single block of votes on the 30-seat council . The vote for mayor followed City Council elections that gave Kurds the largest block of votes on the 30-seat council . +1 2385288 2385256 Large swells and dangerous surf already were being felt along sections of the coast . Already large swells and dangerous surf have arrived along the mid-Atlantic . +0 2324708 2325028 Based on a separate survey of households , the unemployment rate fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . Labor Department analysts discounted a slight improvement in the national unemployment rate , which fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . +1 2139506 2139427 " We will work with the board to ensure a smooth transition . " He said federal regulators would work with the corporation to ensure a " smooth transition . " +1 2965576 2965701 Gasps could be heard in the courtroom when the photo was displayed . Gasps could be heard as the photo was projected onto the screen . +1 2931098 2931144 Gilead had earnings of $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , compared with $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , in the year-ago quarter . Quarterly profit climbed to $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , from $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , a year earlier , the company said . +0 644788 644816 " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention to win , " Woods said . " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention , " Woods said , referring to his 42 on the front nine Saturday . +0 2551891 2551563 The poll had a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points . It had a margin of sampling error of plus or minus four percentage points and was conducted Thursday through Saturday . +1 1089053 1089297 Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's suggestion too drastic . Sen. Patrick Leahy , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's idea too drastic a remedy to be considered . +1 3435735 3435717 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > eased 0.37 of a point , or 0.03 percent , at 1,121 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > slipped 0.26 point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,121.96 . +0 1954 2142 Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday , joining a growing number of cities around the country . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . +1 3400796 3400822 That is evident from their failure , three times in a row , to get a big enough turnout to elect a president . Three times in a row , they failed to get a big _ enough turnout to elect a president . +1 1220668 1220801 We firmly believe we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' as the name of our network . " We firmly believe that we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' to name our network . +1 1889954 1889847 Sources who knew of the bidding said last week that cable TV company Comcast Corp. was also looking at VUE . Late last week , sources told Reuters cable TV company Comcast Corp. CMCSA.O also was looking at buying VUE assets . +1 315785 315653 But MTA officials appropriated the money to the 2003 and 2004 budgets without notifying riders or even the MTA board members considering the 50-cent hike , Hevesi found . MTA officials appropriated the surplus money to later years ' budgets without notifying riders or the MTA board members when the 50-cent hike was being considered , he said . +0 1521034 1520582 White , who had suffered kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center around 9 : 30 a.m. , said manager Ned Shankman . White , who had kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , had been undergoing dialysis and had been hospitalized since a September stroke . +1 2083598 2083810 About 10 percent of high school and 16 percent of elementary students must be proficient at math . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . +1 1910610 1910455 The legal ruling follows three days of intense speculation Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . The legal ruling follows three days of wild volatility in RIM 's stock over speculation that PC giant Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . +1 3113791 3113782 The European Commission , the EU 's antitrust enforcer , is expected to issue its decision next spring — unless a settlement is reached . The European Commission is expected to issue its decision in the case next spring — unless a settlement is reached . +1 3214517 3214483 " So Sebastian did his best to convincingly confess to a crime that he didn 't commit in order to survive , " she told jurors . " Sebastian did his best to confess convincingly to a crime he didn 't do in order to survive , " Ms. Richardson declared . +0 2083612 2083810 Twenty percent of Latino students and 23 percent of black students performed at proficient or higher . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . +1 661390 661218 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta - including a blast at the 1996 Olympics - along with the bombing in Alabama . +1 1269572 1269682 The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . They were remanded in custody and will appear in court again on July 8 . +1 1095780 1095652 " No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racing 's top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , " Wheeler said in a statement . No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racings top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , Wheeler said Tuesday . +1 116294 116332 The Phillies were upset that Counsell had stolen second in the sixth inning with Arizona leading 7-1 . The Phillies were apparently upset when Counsell stole during the sixth with the Diamondbacks up 7-1 . +1 941617 941673 He said his hatred for such people grew from these discussions and had helped convince him violence was the answer . His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . +1 2640607 2640576 " There is no need for one deadline for all to create the ASEAN Economic Community , " Thaksin said . Thus , he said , there did not have to one deadline to create the economic community . +1 3310210 3310286 The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . The broadside came during the recording on Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . +1 3376093 3376101 The additional contribution brings total U.S. food aid to North Korea this year to 100,000 tonnes . The donation of 60,000 tons brings the total of U.S. contributions for the year to 100,000 . +1 1549586 1549609 Leon Williams ' body was found inside his third-floor apartment at 196 Bay St. , in Tompkinsville . The dead man , Leon Williams , was found in his third-floor apartment . +1 460211 460445 The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 – well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . +1 1196962 1197061 But Virgin wants to operate Concorde on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . Branson said that his preference would be to operate a fully commercial service on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . +0 862804 862715 He tried to fight off officers and was taken to a hospital after a police dog bit him but was later released . Cruz tried to fight off officers and was hospitalized after a police dog bit him , Sgt. Steve Dixon said . +1 1726935 1726879 The announcement , which economists said was not a surprise , may be bittersweet for the millions of Americans without jobs . Economists said the announcement was not a surprise , and politicians said it offered little comfort to the millions of Americans without jobs . +0 331980 332110 Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief in Aceh , Surya Dharma , told reporters they could not because they did not have proper permission . Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief Surya Dharma told reporters : " Of course they may not go . +1 173879 173832 Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid the yen 's rise against the dollar . Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid ever-falling domestic interest rates . +0 2834988 2835026 Iran has until the end of the month to satisfy the agency it has no plans for nuclear weapons . The Iranians have until the end of the month to answer all the agency 's questions about their past nuclear activities . +1 2587300 2587243 Her father , Florin Cioaba , the king of Transylvania 's Gypsies , had her brought back and she was married against her will . Her father , Roma King Florin Cioaba , had her brought back and she was promptly married against her will . +0 554905 554627 Claire had advanced to the third round of the 76th annual Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . One by one they strolled to the microphone , all 251 youngsters in the 76th Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . +1 1912524 1912648 Citigroup Inc . C.N , the world 's largest financial services company , on Wednesday promoted Marjorie Magner to chairman and chief executive of its global consumer group . Citigroup ( C ) on Wednesday named Marjorie Magner chairman and chief executive of its colossal global consumer business . +1 3255597 3255668 " They 've been in the stores for over six weeks , " says Carney . The quarterlies usually stay in stores for between six to eight weeks , " Carney added . +1 629316 629289 Let me just say this : the evidence that we have of weapons of mass destruction was evidence drawn up and accepted by the joint intelligence community . " The evidence that we had of weapons of mass destruction was drawn up and accepted by the Joint Intelligence Committee , " he said . +1 54181 53570 Ridge said no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . +1 723557 724115 Thus far , Stewart 's company appears ready to stand behind her . For now , the company 's management appears to be standing behind Stewart . +0 2607718 2607708 But late Thursday night , the campaign issued a statement saying there would be no news conference and no big announcement . But late yesterday , the campaign and the state Democratic Party said there would be no news conference . +1 753858 753890 There 's also a flaw that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . +1 587009 586969 Another $ 100-million in savings will come from management layoffs and pay cuts . The airline expects to save another $ 100-million a year through management layoffs and pay cuts . +1 308567 308525 He called on Prime Minister John Howard to establish a royal commission on child sex abuse . The Senate motion also called on Prime Minister John Howard to hold a royal commission into child sex abuse . +0 665419 665612 " We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , " Mr. White said , objecting to Mr. Olson 's recommendation . We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , he said . +1 2763517 2763576 Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . The tube was removed Wednesday from Terri Schiavo , 39 , at the Tampa Bay-area hospice where she has lived for several years . +0 3107118 3107136 After 18 months , Nissen found that Lipitor stopped plaque buildup in the patients ' arteries . After 18 months , the atorvastatin patients had no change in the plaque in their arteries . +1 780604 780466 Toll , Australia 's second-largest transport company , last week offered NZ75 a share for Tranz Rail . Toll last week offered to buy the company for NZ75c a share , or $ NZ158 million . +0 1989213 1989116 " This child was literally neglected to death , " Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said . Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said the many family photos in the home did not include Kristen . +1 1462409 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its antidiscrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . +1 260952 260924 Metro , bus and local rail services in France 's four largest towns -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , Europe 1 radio reported . Subway , bus and suburban rail services in France 's four largest cities -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , transport authorities said . +1 1224743 1225510 In the undergraduate case , Rehnquist said the use of race was not " narrowly tailored " to achieve the university 's asserted interest in diversity . Rehnquist wrote that the system was not narrowly tailored to achieve the interest in educational diversity . +0 3329379 3329416 SP2 is basically about security enhancements to Windows , such as the improved Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . The firewall in the current Windows XP was known as the Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . +1 2362761 2362698 A landslide in central Chungchong province derailed a Seoul-bound train and 28 passengers were injured , television said . In central Chungchong province , a landslide caused a Seoul-bound Saemaeul Express train to derail , injuring 28 people , local television said . +0 1465073 1464854 They will help draft a plan to attack obesity that Kraft will implement over three to four years . The team will help draft a plan by the end of the year to attack obesity . +1 195728 196099 But that amount would probably be impossible to pass in the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . Such an amount would probably be unable to summon a majority of the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . +1 2587767 2587673 In the clash with police , Lt. Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators had gone to the station demanding jobs . In Baghdad , police Lieut . Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators arrived at the station demanding jobs . +0 1490044 1489975 Corixa shares rose 54 cents to $ 7.74 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Corixa rose 54 cents , or about 8 percent , to close at $ 7.74 . +1 958161 957782 Committee approval , expected today , would set the stage for debate on the Senate floor beginning Monday . That would clear the way for debate in the full Senate beginning on Monday . +1 1033204 1033365 O 'Brien was charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident , a felony . Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , 67 , was booked on a charge of leaving the scene of a fatal accident . +0 2996241 2996734 Tom Hamilton said his daughter was conscious and alert and in stable condition after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . +0 2015389 2015410 The Calgary woman , who is in her twenties , donated blood on Aug. 7 . The woman -- who has no symptoms of illness -- donated blood Aug. 7 . +1 221515 221509 Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . In a statement Monday , his lawyer John Keker said ``Frank Quattrone is innocent . +0 2283737 2283794 In the weeks leading up to the execution , several Florida officials received anonymous threatening letters . Several Florida officials connected to the case have received threatening letters , accompanied by rifle bullets . +1 2826681 2826474 The disagreement over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . +1 2249237 2249305 Parson was charged with intentionally causing and attempting to cause damage to protected computers . Parson is charged with one count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . +1 389239 389299 " The court and the public need to know much more of the details of the defendant 's seemingly massive fraud , " the judge said . " The court and the public need to know more of the defendants ' seemingly massive fraud , " he said . +1 2652187 2652218 The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The high court will hear arguments today on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . +1 2945693 2945847 The IRS said taxpayers can avoid undelivered checks by having refunds deposited directly into their checking or savings accounts . The IRS said taxpayers can avoid problems with lost or stolen refunds by having refunds deposited directly into personal checking or savings accounts . +1 2065523 2065836 " More than 70,000 men and women from bases in Southern California were deployed in Iraq . In all , more than 70,000 troops based in Southern California were deployed to Iraq . +1 2222998 2223097 BP shares slipped 0.8 percent to 433.50 pence ( $ 6.85 ) each in afternoon trading on the London Stock Exchange . BP shares slipped 48 cents to $ 41.72 Friday in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2561999 2561941 Because of the accounting charge , the company now says it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents a share , in the quarter ended June 30 . Including the charge , the Santa Clara , Calif.-based company said Monday it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents per share , in the period ending June 30 . +0 2324704 2325023 Friday 's report raised new worries that a weak job market could shackle the budding economic recovery despite a slight improvement in the overall unemployment rate . U.S. companies slashed payrolls for a seventh straight month in August , raising new worries that a weak jobs market could shackle the budding economic recovery . +1 2336453 2336545 Federal Emergency Management Administration designated $ 20 million to establish the registry . The registry was launched with $ 20 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency . +1 720572 720486 BREAST cancer cases in the UK have hit an all-time high with more than 40,000 women diagnosed with the disease each year , Cancer Re-search UK revealed yesterday . Cases of breast cancer in Britain have reached a record high , with the number of women diagnosed with the disease passing the 40,000 mark for the first time . +1 1605818 1605806 " It was never our intention to sell the product , " said Health Minister Anne McClellan , a skeptic of medical marijuana use . " It was never the intention of us to sell product , " federal Health Minister Anne McLellan said yesterday in Edmonton . +0 2440680 2440474 GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and another 340,000 retirees and spouses . They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . +0 726399 726078 Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of prisons for one day with credit for time served , " Breyer said to tumultuous cheers in the courtroom . " Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons for one day with credit for time served . " +1 533903 533818 " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " Rumsfeld said in a speech to the Council on Foreign Relations . " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " he said . +1 1166473 1166857 Mr. Young said he was disappointed that the government didn 't see the severe acute respiratory syndrome crisis as worthy of federal disaster-relief money . Young said he was disappointed the government didn 't see the SARS crisis as worthy of federal disaster relief money . +1 144089 143697 The 12-nation currency has risen by 33 percent against the dollar over the past 15 months . The euro is up 9 percent against the dollar in the past six weeks . +1 3439854 3439874 In February 2000 , the officers — Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy — were acquitted of all charges in the killing . The officers -- Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy -- were acquitted in 2000 of state murder charges . +1 3464314 3464302 I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . " I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . . . It was mostly a monologue . " +1 2008984 2009175 The state 's House delegation currently consists of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Democrats hold a 17-15 edge in the state 's U.S. House delegation . +0 816867 816831 Freddie also said Leland C. Brendsel will retire as chairman and chief executive and resign from the board . He replaces Leland Brendsel , 61 , who retired as chairman and chief executive . +1 192285 192327 We 'll be listening carefully to the [ IAEA ] director general 's report at the next board meeting . " We 'll be listening carefully to the ( IAEA ) director-general 's report at the next board meeting . " +1 2688145 2688162 In that position , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , president and CEO of EMC . As executive vice president of new ventures , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , EMC 's president and chief executive . +1 3294207 3294290 But with the PM due to leave tomorrow afternoon for personal reasons there was a risk he might not be present when the final decision was made . But with the Prime Minister due to leave tomorrow , a day early , he may not be present when the final decision is made . +0 205100 205145 A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . +0 3242051 3241897 Mr. Kerkorian tried unsuccessfully to take over Chrysler in 1995 , but did win representation on its board . Kerkorian and Tracinda had also tried to take over Chrysler in 1995 . +0 1076861 1077018 Glover spoke at a news conference that included about 20 relatives of the victims . About 20 family members of the victims were invited to the news conference . +1 2095803 2095786 Drax faced a financial crisis late last year after it lost its most lucrative sales contract , held with insolvent utility TXU Europe . Drax ’ s troubles began late last year when it lost its most lucrative sales contract , with the insolvent utility TXU Europe . +1 2112330 2112376 But I would rather be talking about high standards than low standards . " " I would rather be talking about positive numbers rather than negative . +1 3389318 3389271 It was not immediately known how many people were on flight UTA 141 , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . It was still not known exactly how many people were on the plane , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . +1 698948 698933 The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally drove the broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index .SPX up more than 20 percent since mid-March . The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally pushed the broad S & P 500 index up more than 20 percent since mid-March . +1 539585 539355 Witnesses said they believed the man planned to crash the Launceston-bound Qantas flight 1737 , which was carrying 47 passengers and six crew . Witnesses believe he wanted to crash Flight 1737 , which had 47 passengers and six crew . +1 684848 684557 As Samudra sat down to hear the indictment , he looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted ``God is Great ' ' three times . As he sat down to hear the indictment , Samudra looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted " Takbir ! " , or " Proclaim ! " , a religious rallying cry . +1 347017 347002 In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once bustling streets , ubiquitous department stores stand mostly empty and restaurants are eerily quiet . In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once-bustling streets and department stores and restaurants are virtually empty . +1 1592037 1592076 In a statement , Lee said he " no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on my name when naming Spike TV . " Spike Lee no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on his name by calling its own venture " Spike TV , " according to a statement read in court Tuesday . +0 3013483 3013540 Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong says China plays an important role in the integration of Asia , including managing the stresses and strains both within and between countries . HAINAN PROVINCE , China : Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong said China plays an important role in the integration of Asia . +1 2020252 2020081 The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , an issue Microsoft on July 16 had warned about . The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , which Microsoft warned of 16 July . +0 2614947 2614904 The premium edition adds OfficeFront Page 2003 , Acceleration Server 2000 , and SQL Server 2000 . The premium edition adds ISA Server , SQL Server and a specialized edition of BizTalk 2004 . +0 1744257 1744378 In the year-ago quarter , the steelmaker recorded a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents per share , on sales of $ 1.14 billion . In the second quarter last year , AK Steel reported a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents a share . +0 1119721 1119714 Sony claimed that the reader 's capacitance sensing technology cannot be fooled by paper copies and does not require cleaning . Its capacitance sensing technology electronically reads a fingerprint ; Sony says it can 't be fooled by paper copies and doesn 't require cleaning . +1 1186754 1187056 Amazon.com shipped out more than a million copies of the new book , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . Amazon.com shipped more than a million copies by Saturday afternoon , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . +1 2842562 2842582 The show 's closure affected third-quarter earnings per share by a penny . The company said this impacted earnings by a penny a share . +0 431076 431242 After the two-hour meeting on May 14 , publisher Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr . , executive editor Howell Raines and managing editor Gerald Boyd pledged quick remedies to staff grievances . The committee will make recommendations to Publisher Arthur Sulzberger , Executive Editor Howell Raines and Managing Editor Gerald Boyd . +1 1393764 1393984 It 's been a busy couple of days for security gurus assigned to keep their companies safe and sound . It 's been a busy couple of days for enterprise security gurus tasked with the job of keeping their companies safe and sound . +0 2916199 2916164 Lu reclined in a soft chair wearing a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . " It 's great to be back home , " said Lu , dressed in a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . +1 2530671 2530542 Gov. Bob Riley proposed the budget cuts after Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 . After Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 , Riley forecast significant cuts in state programs . +1 219064 218969 " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . +0 2377289 2377259 Estonia 's place in the European mainstream and safeguard its independence regained in 1991 . Estonia was forcibly incorporated in the Soviet Union in 1940 and regained its independence only in 1991 . +0 2110220 2110199 Franklin County Judge-Executive Teresa Barton said a firefighter was struck by lightning and was taken to the Frankfort Regional Medical Center . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . +0 1864253 1863810 Police suspected that Shaichat , 20 , had been abducted either by Palestinians or by Israeli Arabs . Nobody claimed responsibility for Schaichat 's death , but police suspect that the 20-year-old soldier was abducted either by Palestinians or Israeli Arabs . +0 3150803 3150839 During this year 's August to October quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores , including two relocations . During the third quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores and now has 932 stores in 45 states . +0 969381 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . +1 271891 271839 Sony said the PSP would also feature a 4.5-inch LCD screen , Memory Stick expansion slots . It also features a 4.5 in back-lit LCD screen and memory expansion facilities . +0 2829648 2829613 Clinton did not mention that two Democratic senators , Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted to shelve the McCain bill . Two Democrats , Sen. Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted with the 40 Republicans . +1 886904 887158 Some of the company 's software developers will join Microsoft , but details haven 't been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsoft 's security business unit . Some of the companys software developers will join Microsoft , but details havent been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsofts security business unit . +0 2632692 2632767 Wal-Mart has said it plans to open at least 40 Supercenters in the state in the coming years ; analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . At least 40 of the outlets will be in California , and analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . +1 2240399 2240149 Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and to let unions organize the workers by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and labor 's demands to let its workers organize by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . +1 805457 805985 The opposition would resort to rolling mass action " at strategic times of our choice and without warning to the dictatorship , " he said . " From now onwards we will embark on rolling mass action at strategic times of our choice and without any warning to the dictatorship , " he said . +1 2896308 2896334 Federal Agriculture Minister Warren Truss said the Government still did not know the real reason the sheep were rejected at the Saudi port of Jeddah on August 21 . He said the Government still did not know the real reason the original Saudi buyer pulled out on August 21 . +1 2110775 2110924 Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said that scenario is one among many that investigators are considering . Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said investigators are considering the scenario . +1 1762569 1762526 Hester said Sanmina was the best fit among several purchase offers the company received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . Hester said Sanmina 's offer was the best among several Newisys received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . +0 2706154 2706185 The other inmate fell but Selenski shimmed down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof and used the mattress to scale a razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . +1 1057995 1057778 The hearing , expected to last a week , will determine whether Akbar faces a court-martial . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . +1 1386884 1386857 He said he has begun a court action to seize Beacon Hill 's assets and has frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . He said he has initiated a forfeiture action in court and frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . +1 3093023 3092996 Speaking for the first time yesterday , Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had was in prison or that he had remarried . Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had been sent to prison , or that he had remarried in Sydney . +1 1661381 1661317 " Close co-operation between our law enforcement agencies , close co-operation between our intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism . " Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . +0 2926039 2925982 The mother of a Briton held by Colombian guerrillasspoke of her relief yesterday after hearing that he might be freed in the next few weeks . The parents of a Briton being held hostage by Colombian rebels spoke yesterday of their optimism that he would be freed in time for his birthday next month . +0 637168 637447 We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . McBride characterized Novell 's move as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " +1 696677 696932 After more than two years ' detention under the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty of subversion in Beijing 's No. 1 Intermediate Court last Wednesday . After more than two years in detention by the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty last Wednesday of subversion . +1 3122429 3122305 Mr Russell , 46 , a coal miner from Brisbane , said : " They are obviously hurting , so we are basically going over there to help them . " " They are obviously hurting so we are basically going over there to help them , " Russell , 46 , said . +1 1348909 1348954 The New York Democrat and former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 , but has not ruled out a race in later years . The former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 but has not ruled out a race later on . +0 162203 162101 It does not affect the current Windows Media Player 9.0 Series . Windows Media Player has had security problems before . +0 71501 71627 The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . +1 2907762 2907649 Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations and large branches of the United Way by 15 percent and 28.6 percent , respectively . Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations by 15 percent and to large branches of the United Way by 28.6 percent . +1 2167771 2167744 In May , Mr. Hatfill said he was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Georgetown . Last May , Hatfill was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Washington 's Georgetown neighborhood . +1 3320577 3320553 " I will support a constitutional amendment which would honor marriage between a man and a woman , codify that , " he said . " If necessary , I will support a constitutional amendment which would honour marriage between a man and a woman , codify that . " +1 849291 849442 IBM of the US and Infineon Technologies of Germany will today announce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . IBMof the US andInfineon Technologies of Germany willon Tuesdayannounce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . +0 763948 763991 Costa 's semifinal opponent is Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero , whom he beat in last year 's final . Costa will play Juan Carlos Ferrero next in a rematch of last year 's final . +1 1908763 1908744 A former employee of a local power company pleaded guilty Wednesday to setting off a bomb that knocked out a power substation during the Winter Olympics last year . A former Utah Power meter reader pleaded guilty Wednesday to bombing a power substation during the 2002 Winter Olympics . +0 1876120 1876059 Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism - and cutting cholesterol - but come with the unwanted side effect of speeding up the heartbeat . Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism , and they can help cut cholesterol too . +1 518089 518133 Judge Craig Doran said it wasn 't his role to determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but maintained that " he has committed an evil act . " Judge Craig Doran said he couldn 't determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but said he " has committed an evil act . " +0 224932 224868 The Hartford shares rose $ 2.88 , or 6.6 percent , to close Monday at $ 46.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +1 1771131 1771091 It also offers a built-in NAND flash boot loader so that high-density NAND flash memory can be used without having to install an additional support chip . The S3C2440 has a built-in NAND flash boot loader , for example , so that high-density NAND flash memory can be installed without an additional support chip . +0 2728425 2728251 It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday after the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's , the credit rating agency . It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday to counteract the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's to one step above junk status . +0 953733 953537 Altria shares fell 2.5 percent or $ 1.11 to $ 42.57 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +1 349215 349241 It will be followed in November by a third movie , " The Matrix Revolutions . " The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with " The Matrix Revolutions . " +1 2919853 2919804 Massachusetts regulators and the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday pressed securities fraud charges against Putnam Investments and two of its former portfolio managers for alleged improper mutual fund trading . State and federal securities regulators filed civil charges against Putnam Investments and two portfolio managers in the ever-expanding mutual fund trading scandal . +1 954526 954607 He is blocking them until the Air Force assigns four additional C-130 cargo planes to Gowen Field , an Idaho Air National Guard base in Boise . He is holding them up until the Air Force agrees to assign four additional C-130 cargo planes to the Idaho Air National Guard . +1 69773 69792 Cisco pared spending to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . +0 2823575 2823513 The study , published Monday in the journal Molecular Brain Research , is likely to also apply to humans , its authors said . The study , conducted on the brains of developing mice , was being published today in the journal Molecular Brain Research . +1 2455942 2455978 My decision today is not based on any one event . " Governor Rowland said his decision was " not based on any one event . " +1 131979 131957 Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil-rights charges stemming from the disturbance which led to Rosenbaum 's death . Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil rights charges stemming from the disturbance that led to Rosenbaum 's death . +0 2010705 2010779 " The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place . The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place , they are attacking us . " +1 54142 53641 Next Monday at about 2 p.m. ( CST ) , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . Around the same time , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . +1 1015249 1015204 Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . +0 753928 753890 The patch also fixes a vulnerability that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . +1 3022833 3023029 Peterson , a former fertilizer salesman , is charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and the baby boy she was carrying . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . +0 751520 751373 SPOT products run a Microsoft operating system and the company 's DirectBand radio technology developed with SCA Data Systems . The DirectBand network was developed with the assistance of SCA Data Systems . +0 218848 218851 He replaces Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation in April . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . +1 3181118 3181443 Detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , of the arrest shortly after Perry was apprehended . Shortly after his arrest , detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , a medical assistant , about the development . +1 515581 515752 They were among about 40 people attending the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some non-traditional touches . He said about 40 people attended the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some nontraditional touches . +1 347022 347003 Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a fiasco at a Taipei hospital in late April caused the number of infections to skyrocket . Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a severe outbreak at a Taipei hospital in late April . +1 3311600 3311633 Mr. Rowland attended a party in South Windsor for the families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers called to active duty . Rowland was making an appearance at a holiday party for families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers assigned to duty in Iraq and Afghanistan . +0 3439114 3439084 Ross Garber , Rowland 's lawyer , said Tuesday he would attend the meeting and would ask to speak on the issue . Ross Garber , Rowland 's legal counsel , said the governor would have no comment on the condo deal . +0 487951 488007 The euro was at 1.5281 versus the Swiss franc EURCHF = , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . +0 314997 315030 On the stand Wednesday , she said she was referring only to the kissing . On the stand Wednesday , she testified that she was referring to the kissing before the alleged rape . +0 4733 4557 Garner said the group would probably be expanded to include , for example , a Christian and perhaps another Sunni leader . The group has already met several times and Gen. Garner said it probably will be expanded to include a Christian and perhaps another Sunni Muslim leader . +1 2820371 2820525 Blair 's Foreign Secretary Jack Straw was to take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the European Union . Blair 's office said his Foreign Secretary Jack Straw would take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the EU meeting the prime minister attended last week . +1 801552 801516 " There were more people surrounding the clubhouse than the Unabomber 's house up in the hills , " Baker said . " There are more people surrounding the clubhouse than surrounded the Unabomber 's home in the hills . +1 1704987 1705268 Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as Mr. Weill 's successor . Mr. Weill 's longtime confidant , Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as his successor . +1 396041 396188 Officials are also meeting with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . Canadian officials were also expected to meet yesterday with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . +0 1014983 1014963 GE stock closed Friday at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2320654 2320666 The Midwestern research center will focus on the development of diagnostic , therapeutic and vaccine products for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . The Midwestern center will focus on diagnosis , treatment and vaccines for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . +1 1057876 1057778 The hearing is to determine whether there is enough evidence to order Akbar to a general court-martial proceeding . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . +0 2116843 2116883 In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 year , in Canada about 80,000 . In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 yearly , according to the National Institutes of Health . +1 1461629 1461781 Ninety-five percent of international cargo to the United States is carried by ship . Ships carry 95 percent of international cargo to the United States . +0 374015 374162 " It 's a major victory for Maine , and it 's a major victory for other states . The Maine program could be a model for other states . +1 2493369 2493428 News that oil producers were lowering their output starting in November exacerbated a sell-off that was already under way on Wall Street . News that the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries was lowering output starting in November exacerbated a stock sell-off already under way yesterday . +1 490355 490378 They note that after several weeks of rallies on upbeat earnings , investors are looking for stronger evidence of a recovery before sending stocks higher . After several weeks of market rallies on upbeat earnings , many investors are looking for more concrete signs of an economic recovery . +1 2691044 2691264 Most economists had expected a more dire report , with many anticipating the fifth month of job losses in six months . Most economists had been expecting a far more dire report , with many expecting to see the fifth month of job losses in six months in September . +1 1831453 1831491 But software license revenues , a measure financial analysts watch closely , decreased 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . +1 2380695 2380822 King , brand-name writer , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters . Stephen King , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters from the National Book Foundation . +1 2577517 2577531 The Denver-based natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered after it received a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission . The natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered in response to a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission , or CFTC . +1 3267026 3266930 The steel tariffs , which the U.S. president imposed in March 2002 , will officially end at midnight , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . The U.S. steel tariffs , which Bush imposed in March 2002 , were to officially end at midnight Thursday ( 0500 GMT ) , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . +1 360875 360943 Business Week 's online edition reported on Friday that WorldCom and the SEC could announce a settlement as early as Monday . BusinessWeek Online has learned that the settlement could come as early as Monday , May 19 . +1 162632 162653 Only one of the five buildings in the Baghdad compound of the United Nations Development Program escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . Only one of the five buildings in the compound in Baghdad run by the UN Development Program , escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . +1 1128884 1128865 Shares of Salix have rocketed 64 percent since Axcan made its first offer on April 10 . Since the initial takeover offer , Salix shares have risen about 35 percent . +1 3264732 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . +1 1721433 1721267 It 's happened five times in the last 11 years : A disaster puts this Southwestern town in the headlines during the summer tourist season . It 's happened five times in the last decade : A disaster puts this tourist town in the headlines during summer , its busiest season . +0 146112 146127 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . +1 389117 389052 The company emphasized that McDonald 's USA does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for McDonald 's use in the United States . McDonald 's said in a statement that it does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for use in the United States . +1 872784 872834 Gregory Parseghian , a former investment banker , was appointed chief executive . Greg Parseghian was appointed the new chief executive . +0 2977500 2977547 Their contract will expire at 12 : 01 a.m. Wednesday instead of 12 : 01 a.m. Sunday , said Rian Wathen , organizing director for United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . " It has outraged the membership , " said Rian Wathen , organizing director of United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . +1 3107137 3107119 But plaque volume increased by 2.7 percent in pravastatin patients . 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Current Chief Operating Officer Mike Butcher and Group Chief Financial Officer Alex Arena will report to So . +1 3019446 3019327 The world 's two largest automakers said their U.S. sales declined more than predicted last month as a late summer sales frenzy caused more of an industry backlash than expected . Domestic sales at both GM and No. 2 Ford Motor Co. declined more than predicted as a late summer sales frenzy prompted a larger-than-expected industry backlash . +1 1945605 1945824 According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( news - web sites ) , there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . +0 1430402 1430329 A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday and was expected to hit somewhere along the Texas or Louisiana coasts by Monday night . A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday and could have hurricane-force winds when it hits land somewhere along the Louisiana coast Monday night . +0 3354381 3354396 The company didn 't detail the costs of the replacement and repairs . But company officials expect the costs of the replacement work to run into the millions of dollars . +1 1390995 1391183 The settling companies would also assign their possible claims against the underwriters to the investor plaintiffs , he added . Under the agreement , the settling companies will also assign their potential claims against the underwriters to the investors , he added . +0 2201401 2201285 Air Commodore Quaife said the Hornets remained on three-minute alert throughout the operation . Air Commodore John Quaife said the security operation was unprecedented . +1 2453843 2453998 A Washington County man may have the countys first human case of West Nile virus , the health department said Friday . The countys first and only human case of West Nile this year was confirmed by health officials on Sept . 8 . +1 1756630 1756502 Moseley and a senior aide delivered their summary assessments to about 300 American and allied military officers on Thursday . General Moseley and a senior aide presented their assessments at an internal briefing for American and allied military officers at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada on Thursday . +0 938878 938896 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . +1 2357153 2357114 Consumers would still have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . +1 2760337 2760373 The increase reflects lower credit losses and favorable interest rates . The gain came as a result of fewer credit losses and lower interest rates . +1 3447768 3447857 The device plays Internet radio streams and comes with a 30-day trial of RealNetworks ' Rhapsody music service . The product also streams Internet radio and comes with a 30-day free trial for RealNetworks ' Rhapsody digital music subscription service . +0 173848 173787 Hong Kong was flat , Australia , Singapore and South Korea lost 0.2-0.4 percent . Australia was flat , Singapore was down 0.3 percent by midday and South Korea added 0.2 percent . +1 1756397 1756332 Evidence suggests two of the victims were taken by surprise , while the other two might have tried to flee or to defend themselves or the others , police said . Evidence suggests two victims were taken by surprise , while the others may have tried to flee or perhaps defend themselves or their friends , police said . +0 749900 749726 Ballmer has been vocal in the past warning that Linux is a threat to Microsoft . In the memo , Ballmer reiterated the open-source threat to Microsoft . +1 501917 501968 A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . A plane carrying 75 people , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , crashed in thick fog in Turkey early on Monday , killing all aboard , officials said . +1 356718 356778 Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . +1 1083541 1083857 " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great ' Sopranos ' saga , " HBO chairman and chief executive Chris Albrecht said . " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great Sopranos saga , " said HBO Chairman Chris Albrecht in a statement . +1 1090263 1090673 The two had argued that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . He and Zilkha believed that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . +1 666617 666675 " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " the judge told the convicted crack cocaine kingpin . " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz told McGriff after he was sentenced . +1 2299642 2299604 Still , he said , " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill . " " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill , " Frist , R-Tenn . , said Thursday . +1 2878218 2878204 " Senator Clinton should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with the important issue of homeland security funding , " he said . " She should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with this important issue , " said state budget division spokesman Andrew Rush . +1 1758014 1758028 Federal agents said yesterday they are investigating the theft of 1,200 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . +0 149718 149404 Last year , Comcast signed 1.5 million new digital cable subscribers . Comcast has about 21.3 million cable subscribers , many in the largest U.S. cities . +1 3018662 3018965 Schofield got Toepfer to admit on cross-examination that she ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . But under cross-examination by O 'Donnell 's attorney , Lorna Schofield , Toepfer conceded she had ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . +1 2444603 2444722 The man accused of using fake grenades to commandeer a Cuban plane that landed in Key West in April was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison . A Cuban architect was sentenced to 20 years in prison Friday for using two fake grenades to hijack a passenger plane from Cuba to Florida in April . +1 356716 356884 Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior government official said . +1 2535248 2535076 The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was born on Aug. 28 , 1925 , in Chicago and was carried onstage for applause when he was three days old . The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was carried onstage for applause when he was 3 days old . +1 1811569 1811633 Ricky Clemons ' brief , troubled Missouri basketball career is over . Missouri kicked Ricky Clemons off its team , ending his troubled career there . +1 956105 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . +0 1558644 1558584 The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi official in Kirkuk . The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi Kurdish official in Kirkuk , but Gul has denied any Turkish plot . +0 659710 660044 " It was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games , " Thomas said . " We 're in the Stanley Cup finals , and it was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games . +0 1268500 1268733 Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 135.92 / 6.04 yen against the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . +1 197693 197750 Snow 's remark ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign-exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . Snow 's remark on the dollar 's effects on exports ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign- exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . +0 2226418 2226158 The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . The women said victims of rape who came forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their attackers escaped judgment , prompting most victims to remain silent . +1 2191765 2192036 " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its UK business , " Cicutto added . " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its U.K. business , " NAB chief executive Frank Cicutto said . +1 2455974 2455938 In a statement , Mr. Rowland said : " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me . " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me , " Rowland said . +0 816693 816490 Oracle 's $ 5 billion hostile bid for PeopleSoft is clearly not sitting well with PeopleSoft 's executives . Oracle on Friday launched a $ 5.1 billion hostile takeover bid for PeopleSoft . +1 198581 198842 Taha is married to former Iraqi oil minister Amir Muhammed Rasheed , who surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . Taha 's husband , former oil minister Amer Mohammed Rashid , surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . +1 69590 69792 Cisco pared spending during the quarter to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . +1 2226059 2226265 Seven 20- and 21-year-old cadets were ticketed by police for drinking alcohol in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two young women , aged 16 and 18 . Seven 20- and 21-year-old male cadets were caught in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two female teens , 16 and 18 years . +0 1012095 1012246 Dixon 's win moved him into second place in the points standings , 49 behind Kanaan . " It 's always fun to come to Colorado , " said Dixon , who moved into second in the IRL standings behind Kanaan . +1 2320049 2320007 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program that also dated from the Depression years . +1 1908431 1908277 On July 22 , Moore announced he would appeal the case directly to the U.S. Supreme Court . Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . +0 2594779 2595060 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 19.72 points , or 1.98 percent , to 1,015.69 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . +0 173717 173841 Thanks to the euro 's rise against the Japanese currency , the dollar was at 117.24 yen , well above the overnight 10-month low of 116 yen . The euro 's rise against the yen and speculation of Japanese intervention helped the dollar firm to 117.25 yen , well above a 10-month low of 116 yen hit on Thursday . +0 2963161 2963103 Thursday afternoon , the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was trading up just 1.48 points , or 0.1 percent , to 1,049.59 . Stocks closed largely unchanged , with the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index dipping 1.17 points , to 1,046.94 . +1 2375809 2375778 " They were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street . Investigators " were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street in the quiet city neighborhood . +1 3298856 3298813 Nicholas is the uncle of Louima , the Haitian immigrant who was sexually tortured by NYPD cops in 1997 . Mr. Nicolas is an uncle of Abner Louima , who was tortured by New York City police officers in 1997 . +1 3052031 3052077 The procedure is generally performed in the second or third trimester . The technique is used during the second and , occasionally , third trimester of pregnancy . +1 546923 546915 " Just sitting around in a big base camp , knocking back cans of beer , I don 't particularly regard as mountaineering , " he added . " Sitting around in base camp knocking back cans of beer - that I don 't particularly regard as mountaineering . " +1 1853823 1853477 She survives him as do their four children -- sons Anthony and Kelly , daughters Linda Hope and Nora Somers -- and four grandchildren . Hope is survived by his wife ; sons Anthony and Kelly ; daughters Linda and Nora Somers ; and four grandchildren . +1 3417894 3417817 It exploded in his hands , but the former Italian prime minister was unhurt . The letter bomb sent to Prodi exploded in his hands but he was unhurt . +0 3026089 3026070 The British Foreign Office said Monday that coalition authorities in Iraq were pleased that the men were freed . The British Foreign Office said it had mediated the two men 's release . +1 1618799 1619119 Now , with the agency 's last three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia disaster , that wait could be even longer . With the remaining three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia accident , the rookies will have to wait even longer . +1 842299 842482 ISRAELI soldiers knocked down empty mobile homes and water towers in 10 tiny West Bank settlement outposts overnight as part of a US-backed Mideast peace plan . Israeli soldiers began tearing down settlement outposts in the West Bank yesterday - an Israeli obligation under a new Mideast peace plan . +1 2795276 2795258 " These documents are indecipherable to me , and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere , " the lawyer said . " These documents are indecipherable to me , " the lawyers said , " and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere . " +0 2452146 2452300 The latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting ; they were forecasting claims to fall no lower than 410,000 for last week . Despite problems in the job market , the latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting . +1 1596213 1596237 Another body was pulled from the water on Thursday and two seen floating down the river could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . Two more bodies were seen floating down the river on Thursday , but could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . +1 420631 420719 Those reports were denied by the interior minister , Prince Nayef . However , the Saudi interior minister , Prince Nayef , denied the reports . +1 2597390 2597503 Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , and many of the arrests of key al-Qaida operatives have taken place in those areas . Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , where many of the arrests of key Al Qaeda operatives have taken place . +1 2152575 2152598 " Our decision today is quite limited , " the judges stated in their opinion . " Our decision today is quite limited , " they conclude . +1 1704383 1704087 The woman had agreed to testify after receiving immunity protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . The defense said the woman testified under an immunity deal protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . +1 1587838 1587560 Under terms of the deal , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 of a share of EMC common stock for each share of Legato stock . Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . +1 3099593 3099626 " Our prognosis for a continued and steady recovery is being realized , and the outlook remains bright , " bureau CEO Greg Stuart says . " Our prognosis for a continued and steady recovery is being realized and the outlook remains bright , " said Greg Stuart , president and CEO of the IAB . +1 459714 459611 Kingston also finished with 67 after producing six birdies on the back nine . South Africa 's James Kingston is also on five under after blitzing six birdies on his back nine . +1 2636620 2636688 " At least two of them were supposed to be in positions of leadership for the younger boys . " At least two of [ the suspects ] were supposed to be in positions of leadership , " he said . +1 172379 172538 Ms Lafferty 's lawyer , Thomas Ezzell , told a Kentucky newspaper : " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen . " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen , " Ezzell said . +1 389027 388939 Its Canadian operations only buy beef from facilities that are federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " McDonald 's Canada only purchases beef from facilities federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " +0 1305621 1305775 Agriculture ministers from more than one hundred nations are expected to attend the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . +1 276515 276501 While there were about 700 Uruguayan UN peacekeepers in Bunia , they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . The UN has approximately 600 troops in the town , but they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . +1 1617861 1617809 Shares of Coke were down 49 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 43.52 in early trading Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . In late morning trading , Coke shares were down 2 cents at $ 43.99 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 3063295 3063680 NASIRIYA , Iraq — Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch have angrily dismissed claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . +1 1398956 1398777 If people took the pill daily , they would lower their risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists claim . Taking the pill would lower the risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists said . +1 1401946 1401697 Amgen shares gained 93 cents , or 1.45 percent , to $ 65.05 in afternoon trading on Nasdaq . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 98645 98414 From the start , however , the United States ' declared goal was not just to topple Saddam but to stabilize Iraq and install a friendly government . But the United States ' ultimate goal was not just to topple Mr. Hussein but to stabilize the country and install a friendly government . +1 3113657 3113590 Customers that pay the $ 1,219 entrance fee get SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses . Retail pricing for SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses is $ 1,219 . +0 2930352 2930380 It was the best advance since Oct. 1 , when the index gained 22.25 . Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 15.66 to 1,046.79 , its best advance since Oct. 1 , when it gained 22.25 . +0 2467229 2467352 " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through , " she said . She also pledged to bring peace to Iraq : " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through . " +1 1081112 1081199 MSN Messenger 6 will be available for download starting at 6 p.m. GMT on Wednesday from http : / / messenger.msn.com / download / v6preview.asp. The MSN Messenger 6 software will be available from 11 a.m. PST on Wednesday , according to Microsoft . +0 1782395 1782413 If Shelley certifies enough are valid , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days , setting the state into uncharted political waters . If the Democrat certifies that there are enough valid signatures , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days . +1 1246493 1246786 The most serious breach of royal security in recent years occurred in 1982 when 30-year-old Michael Fagan broke into the queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . It was the most serious breach of royal security since 1982 when an intruder , Michael Fagan , found his way into the Queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . +0 41193 41211 Shares of LendingTree rose 22 cents to $ 14.69 and have risen 14 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . +0 1433616 1433454 During a screaming match in 1999 , Carolyn told John she was still sleeping with Bergin . She , in turn , occasionally told John that she was still sleeping with an ex-boyfriend , " Baywatch " hunk Michael Bergin . +0 1614192 1614332 " The vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight that needs to be improved , " the report said . " These vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight and , if not corrected , could lead to an erosion of safety , " said the report . +1 228991 229263 The network is also dropping its Friday night " Dateline " edition . The network will drop one edition of " Dateline , " its newsmagazine franchise . +1 459228 458802 " I 'm real excited to be a Cleveland Cavalier , " James said . " I 'm really excited about going to Cleveland , " James told ESPN.com. +0 1392369 1392292 Russ Britt is the Los Angeles Bureau Chief for CBS.MarketWatch.com. Emily Church is London bureau chief of CBS.MarketWatch.com. +1 479412 479618 The others were ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . The five main banks are ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , J.P. Morgan JPM.N , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . +0 1564390 1564515 WorldCom 's accounting problems came to light early last year , and the company filed for bankruptcy in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . +1 1796642 1796689 They were at Raffles Hospital over the weekend for further evaluation . They underwent more tests over the weekend , and are now warded at Raffles Hospital . +1 3099578 3099683 Rich media doubled its share , increasing from 3 % in Q2 2002 to 6 % in Q2 2003 . Rich Media interactive ad formats doubled their share from 3 % in second quarter of 2002 , to 6 % in the second quarter of 2003 . +0 1657996 1657704 She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . The star , who plays schoolgirl Nina Tucker in Neighbours , went to a specialist on June 30 feeling tired and unwell . +1 2632867 2632821 Supermarket chains facing a possible grocery clerk strike this week accused union leaders Monday of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend . Supermarket chains are accusing union leaders of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend as grocery clerks gear up for a possible strike . +0 1263127 1263344 MGM , NBC and Liberty executives were not immediately available for comment . A Microsoft spokesman was not immediately available to comment . +0 246757 246805 The ADRs fell 10 cents to $ 28.95 at 10 : 06 a.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading today . Shares of Fox Entertainment Group Inc . , News Corp. ' s U.S. media and entertainment arm , fell 45 cents to $ 26.85 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +1 1552072 1551932 Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's Web site provider to replace the vandalized page . In a telephone interview , Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's web site provider to have the vandalised page replaced . +0 1669205 1669254 Hilsenrath and Klarman each were indicted on three counts of securities fraud . Klarman was charged with 16 counts of wire fraud . +1 315656 315787 York had no problem with MTA 's insisting the decision to shift funds had been within its legal rights . York had no problem with MTA 's saying the decision to shift funds was within its powers . +1 1831381 1831491 Licensing revenue slid 21 percent , however , to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . +1 864267 864579 In his speech , Cheney praised Barbour 's accomplishments as chairman of the Republican National Committee . Cheney returned Barbour 's favorable introduction by touting Barbour 's work as chair of the Republican National Committee . +1 3119490 3119464 If the magazine lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell would be allowed to quit . If Rosie lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell - by contract - would have been permitted to quit . +1 1378004 1378107 The upcoming second-quarter earnings season will be particularly important in offering investors guidance , they say . They say second-quarter earnings reports will be key in giving investors that guidance . +1 266876 266783 During her two days of meetings , Rocca will not meet the rebels since they are banned by the United States as a " terrorist organisation " . During her two-day visit , Rocca will not meet the rebels since the United States has banned them as a " terrorist organisation " . +0 1195775 1195697 Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . There were 293 human cases of West Nile in Indiana in 2002 , including 11 deaths statewide . +1 1958143 1958023 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average [ $ INDU ] ended at session highs , gaining 64.64 points , or 0.7 percent , to 9,191.09 . +1 1626524 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships--about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . +1 1694560 1694514 We are piloting it there to see whether we roll it out to other products . Macromedia is piloting this product activation system in Contribute to test whether to roll it out to other products . +1 1945483 1945409 This issue is unlikely to be resolved until lawmakers return from their summer recess in early September . The issue is unlikely to be resolved until Congress reconvenes in early September . +1 2689148 2689306 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Mr. Reed said in his letter . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . +0 633874 633767 The index also did better than the Standard & Poor 's 500 index , which increased 3.3 percent . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . +0 715991 716184 Scrimshaw , Supervisor , Best Minister and Ten Most Wanted are expected to complete the Belmont field . Best Minister , Scrimshaw , and Ten Most Wanted all had workouts on Monday morning . +1 2636303 2636440 Judge Gerald W. Heaney , in dissent , said the authorities should have allowed the prisoner to be medicated without the consequence of execution . In dissent , Judge Gerald W. Heaney said the authorities should have allowed Mr. Singleton to be medicated without the consequence of execution . +1 361266 361184 That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . The per-share earnings were also 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +0 2929557 2929563 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , and IBMs claims based thereon , or related thereto , are barred . " SCO 's filings also assert that " the GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws . " +0 878767 878534 NASA plans to follow-up the rovers ' missions with additional orbiters and landers before launching a long-awaited sample-return flight . NASA plans to explore the Red Planet with ever more sophisticated robotic orbiters and landers . +0 1479611 1479716 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . +0 44397 44620 Garner said the self-proclaimed mayor of Baghdad , Mohammed Mohsen al-Zubaidi , was released after two days in coalition custody . Garner said self-proclaimed Baghdad mayor Mohammed Mohsen Zubaidi was released 48 hours after his detention in late April . +1 2359452 2359376 In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable on Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . +1 203291 203344 She asked to be excused from last week 's Cabinet session to prepare for a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . She took the highly unusual step of skipping cabinet to attend a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . +0 2007119 2007087 In a not-too-subtle swipe at Dean , he predicted Americans would not elect a Democrat " who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " They will not elect as president a Democrat who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " +1 2792884 2792738 The jury asked for transcripts of Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the IPO allocation process . The jury asked to have Mr. Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the allocation of stock offerings read to them . +1 629417 628975 I have no doubt whatever that the evidence of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction will be there . " I have said throughout ... I have absolutely no doubt about the existence of weapons of mass destruction . +1 3364032 3364117 Albertsons and Kroger 's Ralphs chain locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . +1 1676486 1676574 It later emerged that he had broken his right thigh and bones in his right wrist and elbow . Tour doctors later confirmed that he had broken his right leg near the hip and also sustained wrist and elbow fractures . +1 2313560 2313548 Court Judge Robert Sweet said the plaintiffs failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " The judge in U.S. District Court in Manhattan said the plaintiffs had failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " +1 2375777 2375808 A neighbor said a duffel bag containing a woman 's body was dug up , and the other body was encased in concrete . A neighbor said a woman 's body was dug up in a duffel bag , and the other was encased in concrete . +0 1363194 1362857 At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed , including one in Pennsylvania . At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of hormone users . +1 2815705 2815885 Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft -- all 737s -- and found no additional items . Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . +0 1691429 1691605 Semiconductor giant Intel Corp. said yesterday that its second-quarter profits doubled from a year ago as stronger-than-expected demand for computer microprocessors offset the weakness of its communications chip business . Intel Corp. ' s second-quarter profits doubled and revenues grew 8 percent from a year ago as the chip-making giant reported stronger-than-expected demand for personal computer microprocessors . +1 396175 396035 The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry also said it would throw out or send back all Canadian beef currently in store . The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry said it would scrap or return all Canadian beef in store . +0 2287353 2287336 " It appears from our initial report that this was a textbook landing considering the circumstances , " Burke said . Said Mr. Burke : " It was a textbook landing considering the circumstances . " +0 2904808 2904964 By Sunday night , the fires had blackened 277,000 acres , hundreds of miles apart . Major fires had burned 264,000 acres by early last night . +1 3046537 3046639 " The Domino application server is going to be around for at least the next decade . " " The Domino application server will be around for the next decade , " he said . +0 146113 146126 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . +1 2020349 2020588 Sequent representatives could not immediately be reached for comment on the SCO announcement . A spokesman for SCO could not be reached for comment this afternoon . +1 2196877 2196798 CCAG supported Bill Curry , Rowland 's opponent in the 2002 gubernatorial election . Mr. Swan 's group supported the governor 's Democratic opponent , Bill Curry , in the 2002 election . +1 3422853 3422916 The study is being published today in the journal Science . Their findings were published today in Science . +1 1761421 1761551 " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " said Pierre Pettigrew , Canada 's trade minister , in a statement . " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " Mr. Pettigrew said in a statement . +1 2609667 2609889 Kay was sent to Iraq to co-ordinate efforts to find the weapons that US intelligence reported before the invasion that ousted Iraqi president Saddam Hussein had . Kay was sent to Iraq this summer to coordinate efforts to find the weapons that U.S. intelligence reported before the war that Saddam Hussein had . +1 1596087 1596024 " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Tom Daschle , the senate Democratic leader , told reporters . " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota told reporters . +1 274229 274136 Monday 's attacks Monday were among the deadliest against Americans since Sept . 11 , 2001 . They were the deadliest terrorist attacks against Americans since September 11 . +1 774520 774298 The MDC called the strike to force Mr Mugabe to either resign or negotiate a settlement of the Zimbabwe crisis . The MDC called the week-long protest to urge Mugabe either to resign or to negotiate a settlement of the crisis gripping the country . +1 2968215 2968166 Police and school officials agreed last week to step up police presence in response to reports of increased violence and gang activity . Police met with school officials Oct. 24 and agreed to increase their presence after reports of increased violence and gang activity . +1 2532424 2532313 " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realized that it was a big thing , " Mr. Beer said . " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realised that it was a big thing , " Mr Beer told a packed press conference . +0 1821373 1821723 Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is leaving backers in suspense , and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan will consider if the Terminator balks . Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan may jump in by the Aug. 9 deadline to file . +1 2384731 2384653 But planning for an expansion of Wagerup has been caught up in a heated debate about the existing project 's effect on local residents . But plans to expand Wagerup had been caught up in a heated debate about the existing pro-ject 's impact on the amenity of local residents . +1 816341 816360 PeopleSoft management could choose to activate an anti-takeover defense known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . PeopleSoft is equipped with an anti-takeover defence , known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . +1 855331 855107 In connection with the incident , I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately . " " I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately , " he said . +1 2425559 2425606 Hotly contested legislation that would change the state 's takeover law and help a Michigan-based development company fend off a takeover cleared the state Senate on Thursday . Legislation that would change state takeover law and help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a $ 1-billion takeover won committee approval Tuesday . +1 716894 716603 The New York Mets then selected outfielder Lastings Milledge from Lakewood Ranch High School in Florida . The Mets took Lastings Milledge , an outfielder from Florida , with the 12th pick . +0 3286477 3286335 The respected medical journal Lancet has called for a complete ban on tobacco in the United Kingdom . A leading U.K. medical journal called Friday for a complete ban on tobacco , prompting outrage from smokers ' groups . +0 1320606 1320498 Michael Hill , a Sun reporter who is a member of the Washington-Baltimore Newspaper Guild 's bargaining committee , estimated meetings to last late Sunday . " We hope it 's symbolic , " said Michael Hill , a Sun reporter and member of the guild 's bargaining committee . +1 1089463 1089519 Coca-Cola said it expected its write-down to cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings . The write-down will cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings , according to Coca-Cola . +1 3256383 3256410 The Defense Department statement said legal access for Hamdi was not required by domestic or international law and " should not be treated as precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " +1 715320 715197 Clijsters was simply too complete and powerful for the Spanish veteran Conchita Martínez in her quarterfinal , winning , 6-2 , 6-1 . Clijsters was simply too powerful for Spanish veteran Conchita Martinez , winning 6-2 , 6-1 . +1 833153 833193 City Councilman Cedric Wilson said those killed were Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . Fayette City Councilman Cedric Wilson identified the dead as Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . +0 2836872 2837029 But , to the dismay of Reaganites , there is no mention of the Reagan-era economic boom . But there is no mention of the economic recovery or the creation of wealth during his administration . +1 1408377 1408706 The interview came a day after a report in the British press that he had been taken into custody . The interview Thursday came a day after Britain 's Daily Mirror reported Sahhaf had been taken into custody . +1 3073750 3073779 Lay had argued that handing over the documents would be a violation of his Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . +1 1611763 1611723 " I don 't know whether that means two years or four years . " Whether that means two years or four years , I don 't know . " +1 3265736 3265630 Walker said he expects that the president 's budget will include a request for three percent to five percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . Walker said he expects that the president ’ s budget will include a request for 3 to 5 percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . +1 1819056 1819124 Shares in BA were down 1.5 percent at 168 pence by 1420 GMT , off a low of 164p , in a slightly stronger overall London market . Shares in BA were down three percent at 165-1 / 4 pence by 0933 GMT , off a low of 164 pence , in a stronger market . +0 278163 278382 Amnesty International has said that over the past 20 years it has collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq but the actual figure may be much higher . Amnesty International said that over the past 20 years it had collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq . +1 1510296 1510225 Both have said they are willing to take the slim chance of success for the opportunity to lead separate lives . Twenty-nine-year-old Iranian sisters Ladan and Laleh Bijani are willing to accept the slim chance of success just for an opportunity to lead separate lives . +1 345963 345901 She had been critically ill after May 7 surgery to replace a heart valve . She had been critically ill since having surgery at Baptist Hospital on May 7 to replace a heart valve . +0 820900 820927 The BlueCore3-Multimedia includes a 16-bit stereo audio CODEC with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . BlueCore3-Multimedia contains an open platform DSP co-processor and also includes a 16-bit stereo audio codec with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . +1 881153 881309 Braker said Wednesday that police , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had access to . He told " Today " that authorities , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had had access to . +1 2224082 2223823 The state will consider the police memorial after planning a World Trade Center Memorial , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . The state will consider the police memorial after planning is completed on another memorial to all the victims , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . +1 1630597 1630669 Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that weak links such as being tied to a single server will be eliminated over time . Mr. Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that flaws , like being tied to a single server , would be eliminated over time . +1 2678860 2678895 It will also give Microsoft an opportunity to comment on remedies proposed by the Commission . Among other things , Microsoft is to comment on proposed remedies in its response . +1 2482005 2481972 The State Court of Appeals did not explain the reason for keeping the lower court 's unanimous opinion from July . The State Court of Appeals did not explain its reasons for not disturbing the Appellate Division 's unanimous opinion issued in July . +0 1438073 1438024 While the day 's trading was lackluster , the Standard & Poor 's 500 index was preparing to close out its best three-month period since the fourth quarter of 1998 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . +0 1703392 1703451 Powell recently changed the story , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the search was conducted Wednesday . Powell changed the story earlier this year , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the aboveground pool now sits . +0 2526928 2526952 Another said its members would continue to call the more than 50 million phone numbers on the Federal Trade Commission 's list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . +1 2759792 2759807 Stock futures were mixed in early Thursday trading , but trading below fair value , pointing to a lower open for the major market indexes . Stock futures were trading lower early on Thursday , below fair value , pointing to a lower open . +0 191346 191536 Worldwide , 7,183 SARS cases and 514 deaths have been reported in 30 countries . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . +1 1789073 1788780 SCO says the pricing terms for a license will not be announced for weeks . Details on pricing will be announced within a few weeks , McBride said . +1 2216664 2216689 Further estimates show that it is the fourth most common cause of cancer in men and the eighth most common in women . Bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer in American men and the eighth in women . +0 3300416 3300721 The new bill would have Medicare cover 95 percent of drug costs over $ 5,100 . Above that , seniors would be responsible for 100 percent of drug costs until the out-of-pocket total reaches $ 3,600 . +0 1479753 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +0 1183817 1183688 Both studies are published in the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in the latest issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . +1 1730650 1730772 His Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . +1 1462786 1463120 Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerage houses to settle investigations of analyst conflicts of interest . Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerages over analyst conflict-of-interest allegations . +1 1921865 1921879 Crohn 's disease causes inflammation of the intestine and symptoms include diarrhea , pain , weight loss and tiredness . Symptoms include chronic diarrhoea , abdominal pain , weight loss and extreme tiredness . +0 2276459 2276361 He and his colleagues attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time . He attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time ; patients cited discomfort discussing financial issues . +0 1926146 1926126 The three men have pleaded not guilty and their lawyers have asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . Defense lawyers asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . +0 1793425 1793488 A Florida grand jury investigating pharmaceutical wholesalers indicted 19 people on charges of peddling bogus or diluted medications often prescribed for cancer and AIDS patients , authorities said yesterday . A Florida grand jury indicted 19 people for contaminating and diluting prescription drugs desperately needed by AIDS and cancer patients in a multimillion-dollar scheme , prosecutors said Monday . +1 2195721 2195937 The Bush administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older power plants -- especially coal -- more power can be produced more cheaply . The administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older coal-fired plants - the most affected segment - more power can be produced more cheaply . +0 969671 969584 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . +0 746177 746211 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . +1 2011656 2011796 His chief lawyer , Mahendradatta , said Bashir was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . A lawyer for Bashir , Mahendradatta , said earlier his client was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and had felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . +1 2384647 2384724 This comes at a time when Alba is expanding its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and is accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . That comes as Alba is lifting its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . +0 3447348 3447301 The new Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processors are numbered 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + . The Mobile 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + cost $ 293 , $ 233 and $ 193 for a thousand units . +1 3334681 3334887 The main psychologist , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who said she wouldn 't comment on personnel issues . The main psychologist in the Rodriguez case , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who didn 't immediately return a call . +0 969380 969673 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . +1 1571035 1571099 The survey also found that executives who feel that current economic conditions have improved rose to 35 per cent from 15 per cent last quarter . The survey also found that more executives feel that current economic conditions have improved , at 35 per cent compared to 15 per cent in the first quarter . +1 607096 607222 Taiwan has attempted to gain observer status to the United Nations-affiliated WHO for seven years , but again was rebuffed March 19 at its annual conference in Geneva . It has sought observer status for seven years , but was again rebuffed May 19 at the annual WHO conference in Geneva . +0 91457 91527 " This is where you 're measured – not in the regular season but right now . And it 's not in the regular season , but right now , " Babcock said . +0 1146450 1146484 " I would like the FCC to start all over , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who supported reversing the rules . " I would like the FCC to start all over again , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who expressed concern about " potentially dangerous " newspaper-broadcast combinations . +1 2749203 2749190 Dave Tomlin , assistant general counsel of The A.P. , said his organization was still deciding whether to appeal . Dave Tomlin , AP 's assistant general counsel , said the parties are deciding whether to appeal the order . +1 423227 423244 Weyerhaeuser is the one of the worlds largest producers of softwood lumber , with the capacity to produce 7.6 billion board feet a year . Weyerhaeuser , one of the world 's largest producers of softwood , can produce about 7.6 billion board feet a year . +1 2702505 2702695 If their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill one or both of them , doctors have said . But if their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill them , doctors say . +0 2813342 2813365 " Our goals is not to go out and start suing companies , " McBride said . As we go down the licensing path , our goal is not to start suing companies , " McBride said . +0 1116621 1116661 A key figure in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's bribery scheme was accused Wednesday of changing his story about Silvester 's alleged corrupt dealings with a Boston investment firm . A key player in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's corruption scheme testified on Tuesday about kickbacks and bribes Silvester traded for state business . +1 1050718 1050632 Gartner 's report said global WLAN equipment shipments reached 19.5 million last year , a 120 percent increase over 2001 's 8.9 million units . Total shipments reached 19.5 million units last year , compared with 8.9 million units in 2001 . +1 2924620 2925014 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail each . The Jacksons remained in Camden County jail on $ 100,000 bail . +0 2622075 2622719 " I am proud that I stood against Richard Nixon , not with him , " Kerry said . " I marched in the streets against Richard Nixon and the Vietnam War , " she said . +1 209615 209601 Saddam 's other son , Odai , surrendered Friday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a U.S. agent . Hussein 's other son , Uday , surrendered yesterday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a US agent . +0 2133905 2134140 The Space Infrared Telescope Facility 's mission is to search for the beginnings of the universe . NASA is scheduled to launch the Space Infrared Telescope Facility on Monday morning . +1 232432 232716 There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters , from all sides , in the region . There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands of them deployed in and around Bunia . +1 2670301 2670231 The driver of the truck escaped and is now being sought by the police , Supoyo said . But police say the driver of the truck has not been found and is wanted for questioning . +0 545926 545817 A soldier was killed Monday and another wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . +1 399715 399588 Total Information Awareness is now Terrorism Information Awareness . The new name will be Terrorism Information Awareness . +0 214786 214456 David Brame fatally shot his wife and then himself on April 26 in a Gig Harbor shopping-mall parking lot . David Brame shot his wife and then himself April 26 in a Gig Harbor parking lot as their two children sat in his car nearby . +1 731753 731593 " I just hope that this event doesn 't tarnish his career or take away from what he 's done . " " But I just hope that this event , whatever it was , doesn 't tarnish his career or take away all that Sammy Sosa 's done . +1 1705093 1704989 Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . And Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , who is currently president of Citigroup , was named chief operating officer . +1 451540 451590 The service is deploying Cisco 's BTS 10200 Softswitch cable modem termination system and MGXR 8850 voice gateway products . This solution includes the BTS 10200 soft switch , uBR7246VXR cable modem termination system and MGX 8850 voice gateway products . +1 3314564 3314185 Last year , there were shortages of shots for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox nationally . In the past two years scientists say there have been vaccine shortages for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox . +1 804259 804115 County Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial because the jury could not reach a verdict . Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial in the Adrian McPherson gambling trial today after the jury was unable to reach a verdict . +0 2195121 2195141 Mr. Pingeon is director of litigation for Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , a prisoners ' rights group . Pingeon said an attorney for his organization , Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , interviewed Assan Tuesday . +1 2939979 2939941 Heather , 35 , who lost a leg in a road accident , is thought to have steel plates fitted in her hips , which would make natural childbirth impossible . Former model Lady McCartney lost a leg in a road accident in 1993 and is understood to have steel plates fitted in her hips which would make natural childbirth difficult . +0 3014165 3014133 Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended the deadline to Oct. 17 , and they are still working on it . Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended it to Oct. 17 . +1 379579 379458 Pacific Northwest has more than 800 employees , and Wells Fargo has 2,400 in Washington . It has 800 employees , compared with Wells Fargo 's 2,400 . +1 481929 481981 However , other unions including the powerful CGT remained opposed to the reform and demanded the government begin fresh negotiations with them . The powerful CGT and other unions remained opposed to the plans , however , and demanded the government renegotiate the reform with them . +1 2787375 2787404 On health care , the NDP says there will be no privatization and no health-care premiums . The New Democrats also renewed their commitment to no health-care privatization and no premiums . +0 1980126 1980211 As part of a restructuring Peregrine sold its Remedy help desk software unit last year to BMC Software Inc . Peregrine sold its Remedy business unit to BMC Software in November for $ 355 million . +0 3299227 3299188 This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here , " he said to loud applause . " This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here . " +0 1669277 1669222 Klarman was arrested by FBI agents in the Hamptons , an exclusive summer resort enclave east of New York City . Klarman was arrested by FBI agents Monday morning at his home in New York . +1 3125018 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 _ two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . +1 2025802 2025681 Four versions of Windows operating systems are targeted : Windows NT , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . The new worm affects these Windows systems : 2000 , XP , NT 4.0 and Server 2003 . +1 2357216 2357196 It calls for the agency to plan an independent safety and engineering organization . The agency has yet to fully formulate a strategy for the creation of an independent engineering technical authority . +1 3190817 3190834 No official ceremony was planned to mark the anniversary in Dallas . In Dallas , no official ceremony marked the anniversary . +0 616279 616223 Caldera acquired the Unix server software of the original SCO and changed its name to the SCO Group . SCO changed its name to Tarantella , and Caldera later changed its name to the SCO Group . +1 1653584 1653844 The victims were last seen at church last Sunday ; their bodies were discovered Tuesday . The family was last seen July 6 and their bodies were found Tuesday . +0 2488322 2488374 Results of the 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released yesterday by Statistics Canada suggest living standards have improved but still lag for those off reserves . The 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released Wednesday by Statistics Canada says living standards have improved but still lag for the Inuit and those who leave their often impoverished reserves . +1 1809432 1809422 Software developers use compilers to translate programming languages such as C + + into the language that can be read by a particular processor . Software developers use compilers to translate a programming language , such as C + + , into the machine language understood by the processor . +0 1296641 1296436 In Albany , for example , 24 percent of students passed ; in South Colonie , 14 percent . In Kingston , only about 15 percent of students who took the exam passed it . +0 460136 460201 Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair apologized Thursday for his arrest hours earlier in Nashville on suspicion of drunken driving and illegal possession of a handgun . Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair was arrested Thursday and charged with drunken driving and possession of a handgun . +1 826466 826607 That second dossier , passed to journalists during Mr Blair 's trip to Washington , said it drew on " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . That second dossier , passed to journalists on Mr Blair 's trip to Washington to discuss war plans , said it drew upon " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . +0 763636 763618 The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . The other , much less likely semifinal will match seventh-seeded Guillermo Coria of Argentina against the unseeded Dutchman Martin Verkerk . +1 2876861 2876951 Wal-Mart estimates more than 100 million Americans visit their stores every week . Each week 138 million shoppers visit Wal-Mart 's 4,750 stores . +1 3372291 3372332 For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . +0 1687490 1687430 Sen. John Kerry , Massachusetts Democrat , came in second place for the quarter with $ 5.8 million . As expected , Dean led the field in the second quarter with $ 7.6 million raised . +1 1369754 1369906 While some other parts of Africa have been used as staging grounds for the terror group , Malawi previously had not been a major focus of investigations into al-Qaida . While some other parts of Africa have been used as Al Qaeda staging grounds , Malawi had previously not been a major focus of investigations into the group . +1 881734 882010 Police said yesterday they believe Mr. Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates , though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . +1 1413741 1413711 The Prime Minister , Junichiro Koizumi , joined the criticism . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Mr Ota deserved to be criticised . +1 3159653 3159764 There is one drug on the market for macular degeneration , Visudyne , and it is approved for the treatment of only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . +0 3411418 3411820 Speaking for the first time since being charged with child molestation , Jackson added , " Why not ? Michael Jackson spoke out for the first time Sunday night since the latest accusations of child molestation . +1 1784474 1784513 The bureau also failed to pursue other leads , including a local imam who dealt with several key 9-11 figures . The FBI also failed to pursue other leads , including a San Diego imam who dealt with several 9 / 11 figures , it adds . +0 684307 684050 " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " one politician said . " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " said one Iraqi politician after meeting with Mr. Bremer . +0 830829 830805 The Johnson-Lewis fight was to be the main event of a boxing doubleheader at the Staples Center in Los Angeles . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . +0 3434409 3434578 Scientists believed Stardust trapped thousands of particles of dust . Stardust was designed to gather thousands of dust particles streaming from Wild 2 . +1 770328 770414 The Herald reported on Tuesday that internet developer Bruce Simpson was building a missile from parts ordered over the internet and shipped through Customs . A home handyman is building a missile in his garage with parts bought over the internet and shipped through Customs . +1 1134743 1134948 Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Trichet as ECB president on Thursday evening or Friday . Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Bank of France governor Jean-Claude Trichet as president of the European Central Bank on Thursday or Friday . +1 2173497 2173632 Vivendi pointed out that in both possible combinations , it would maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation " with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " +1 1090499 1090289 Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal founder Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's firing for months . Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal Corp. founder and vocal El Paso critic Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's termination for months . +1 2228840 2228717 The last time the survey was conducted , in 1995 , those numbers matched . In 1995 , the last survey , those numbers were equal . +1 2132227 2132275 Cooper , the boy 's mother , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met a parishioner at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . The boy 's mother , Patricia Cooper , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met one of its members at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . +1 390511 390658 To win final United States approval , the treaty would have to be signed by President Bush and ratified by Congress . The treaty must be signed by the president and ratified by Congress to take effect . +1 2222267 2222353 The deal with the Carmel-based insurer is expected to close shortly , said Macklowe spokesman Howard J. Rubenstein . Macklowe has signed a sale contract , which is expected to close shortly , said his spokesman , Howard Rubenstein . +1 3085916 3085789 Intelligence officials in Washington warned lawmakers a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , it was reported today . Intelligence officials told key senators a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) said yesterday . +1 1907709 1907769 Plofsky said the commission won 't investigate because the three-year statute of limitations has expired . The panel will not begin a formal investigation because the statute of limitations has expired , Plofsky said . +0 1675037 1675047 Yes , from today Flash memory purchased from AMD or Fujitsu will be branded Spansion . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . +0 121931 122054 Her amendment would have changed the bill by keeping with current Texas law , which gives school districts the option to hold a moment of silence and recite the pledge . The legislation would replace the current Texas law , which gives school districts the option of holding a period of silence and reciting the pledge . +0 3168654 3168714 Talabani told him the Governing Council would " need UN assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken . " Talabani told him Iraqi leaders would " need U.N. assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken " on organising an interim Iraqi government by June . +0 3052789 3052812 By state law , 911 calls are not public information and were not released . By law , 911 calls are not public information in Rhode Island . +1 2536332 2536313 Under the Government Network Security Act of 2003 , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement P2P security plans . If enacted , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement these plans . +1 1707805 1707851 Sales as measured by volume , a key gauge of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . Coke 's unit case volume , a key measure of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . +1 2980398 2980147 Gainer said the two staff aides are " very sorry this all happened , " and the security personnel had performed " well within standards . " The security personnel performed ``well within standards ' ' and the two staff aides were ``very sorry all this happened , ' ' Gainer said . +0 554867 554875 Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . Both will compete in today 's third round , which is all oral examination . +1 1134101 1133958 He will leave Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on Monday , July 21 . Lord Archer is likely to be released from Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on July 21 . +0 2472857 2472830 The helicopter burst into flames upon impact , according to the Mohave County Sheriff 's Office . The helicopter was owned by Las Vegas-based Sundance Helicopters Inc . , according to the sheriff 's office . +0 2546948 2547079 Pennsylvania , which has the most aggressive treatment program , is treating 548 of 8,030 inmates . Texas , which has more than three times Michigan 's inmate population , is treating 328 of its 16,298 infected inmates . +0 1398658 1398617 " In so many different ways , the artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history , " Bush said . Surrounded by singers from Harlem , Bush said : ' ' The artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history . +1 3353902 3353811 Retail industry experts predict the next five days will likely make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . As the holiday shopping season peaks , industry experts predict the coming week could make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . +1 2332632 2333026 Police then called a bomb squad , but the device exploded , killing Wells , before bomb technicians arrived . While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . +1 3254081 3254131 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index pulled back by nearly 4 points to 1,066.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > fell 0.70 points , or 0.07 percent , to 1,069.42 . +1 1268485 1268448 The euro has slipped nearly four percent since matching a record peak of around $ 1.1935 only last week and hitting an all-time high of 140.90 yen in late May . The euro has slipped as much as four cents since matching a record peak near $ 1.1935 last week and hitting a record high of 140.90 yen in late May . +1 2173289 2173179 The FBI informed Easynews that an individual had used the Easynews UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th , the company said in a statement . " The FBI informed Easynews.com that an individual had used the Easynews.com UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th . +0 496011 496262 " It 's very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " where there is a lack of expertise , says one banker . " It is very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " says one banker . +1 2724265 2724346 But Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . +1 781404 781423 Named in the complaint were former chief executive officers Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman and former CFO Barry D. Romeril . The executives fined included former Chief Executives Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman as well as former Chief Financial Officer Barry Romeril . +1 2906103 2906321 Both were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of endangering the welfare of children . The Jacksons each were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of child endangerment . +0 509471 509095 " The layoff is an excuse , " countered Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . " I didn 't think our team engaged at all , " lamented Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . +1 2550244 2550413 The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday where Donaldson is scheduled to testify on hedge and mutual funds . The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday , when Donaldson will be questioned about hedge and mutual funds . +0 2562645 2562631 In other markets , U.S. Treasuries started off on Monday weaker , as stocks rose early . In other markets , U.S. Treasuries inched higher as declining stocks raised the appeal of safe-haven debt . +0 1729744 1729706 Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Analysts had forecast second quarter sales of $ 614 million , according to the Thomson First Call Web site . +0 395559 395451 At 11 : 30 a.m. , Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal reached the summit . Sherpa Tenzing Norgay , who reached the summit with Sir Edmund , died in 1986 . +0 1989164 1989348 Both are being held in the Armstrong County Jail . Tatar was being held without bail in Armstrong County Prison today . +1 612172 612073 The Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's 2001 application to sell Erbitux , citing shoddy research . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . +1 3287079 3287709 He claimed Red Hat and the Free Software Foundation with trying to undermine U.S. copyright and patent law . In his letter , McBride charges the Free Software Foundation and Red Hat with trying to undermine U.S. copyright laws . +1 3351573 3351167 Beaumont said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . Mark Beaumont , a staff writer at music magazine NME , said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . +1 2818485 2818521 According to a news release sent by the Terry Schindler-Schiavo Foundation , Florida Speaker Johnnie Byrd will introduce " Terri 's Bill " during the special session Monday . Florida 's Speaker of the House Johnnie Byrd , is expected to introduce ' ' Terri 's Bill ' ' during a one-day special session of the state legislature being held today in Tallahassee . +1 422580 422428 Its shares jumped to $ 54.50 in pre-open trading from $ 50.90 at Wednesday 's close . Shares jumped almost 7 percent in pre-open trading , rising to $ 18.26 from $ 17.05 at Tuesday 's close . +0 1639902 1640247 GE stock were up 37 cents to $ 28.56 in morning New York Stock Exchange trade . Investors reacted little , with GE shares edging 7 cents lower to end at $ 28.12 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1479563 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +1 3313504 3313769 Authorities said the scientist properly quarantined himself at home after he developed SARS symptoms Dec. 10 . The scientist also quarantined himself at home as soon as he developed SARS symptoms , officials said . +1 2321397 2321451 Five-time Tour de France winner and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong had a few words of advice for other cancer survivors in Denver on Friday . Five-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong is in Denver today for a meeting about surviving cancer . +1 172945 172742 The ruling ``is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal to the Sixth Circuit , ' ' Taubman Centers said in a statement . The statement concluded , " This ruling is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal " to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court . +1 2472825 2472863 Authorities did not immediately release the identities of the victims pending family notification . Neither authorities nor Granquist would release identities of the victims pending family notification . +0 969586 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC fell 23.54 points , or 1.42 percent , to 1,630.08 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . +1 1953291 1953412 The cuts are expected to save Texas consumers more than $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , Black said . The reductions are expected to save Texas consumers $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , said Robert Black , an Insurance Department spokesman . +1 2679022 2679221 In New Hampshire yesterday , Mr Bush reiterated Saddam 's regime " possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people " . " The regime of Saddam Hussein possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people . " +0 510887 510855 The final round of the bee will be broadcast on ESPN at 1 p.m. Thursday . At least 80 will make it to Thursday 's final rounds of competition , which will be broadcast on ESPN . +1 2484349 2484160 At Tuesday 's arraignment hearing , Marsh pleaded not guilty to 122 counts of burial service fraud and 47 counts of making false statements . At the hearing he pleaded not guilty to the burial service fraud and false statements charges . +1 1501925 1502094 To put it very simply , Antetonitrus is Brontosaurus 's older brother , hence the name . Antetonitrus was brontosaurus ' older brother , hence the name . +1 813244 813532 But church members and observers say they expect that the decision could be problematic for many Episcopalians . But church members and observers say they anticipate that the decision here could pose doctrinal problems for some Episcopalians who believe the Bible prohibits homosexuality . +1 2749311 2749444 Bush already is halfway to his goal of raising $ 150 million to $ 170 million for next year 's primaries . He is roughly halfway to his goal of raising between $ 150 million and $ 170 million in the primaries . +1 3102010 3102052 " Turning the corner does not mean we 've crossed the finish line , " Gregory told reporters . " But turning the corner doesn 't mean crossing the finish line , " Gregory said at the bishops ' annual meeting here . +1 1864807 1864926 The latest raid came as US lawmakers debate a report that accuses Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . The latest in the kingdom 's almost weekly raids on alleged terror cells comes after a US Congress report accused Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . +0 2607409 2607529 Doctors who knowingly violate the ban could face up to two years in prison . Under the measure , doctors who perform the procedure would be subject to two years in prison and unspecified fines . +1 2795949 2795974 The delegation leaves Chicago today , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . They leave Chicago on Saturday , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . +1 636412 636322 As planned , the services will be rolled into Yukon when it ships ( see story ) . The reporting services will also be rolled into Yukon as planned , sources said . +1 1163497 1163395 Toronto Police Chief Chief Julian Fantino confirmed Friday morning that a man had been arrested in the slaying of Toronto girl Holly Jones . Toronto Police Chief Julian Fantino said Friday morning that an arrest has been made in the slaying of local girl Holly Jones . +1 276404 276122 They later fell out and have backed a series of rival Congolese militias in recent years . The two invading countries later fell out , and have since backed rival factions . +1 666238 666192 Marshall pressed the practical case that a quite similar civil-rights bill based on the 14th Amendment was struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . Mr. Marshall pressed the practical case that quite similar rights legislation based on the 14th Amendment had been struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . +1 960861 960916 But she said it will be difficult for investigators to directly tie any decline in shuttle funding to the February disaster . She cautioned that it will be difficult for investigators to tie any decline in shuttle funding directly to the February tragedy . +0 2089677 2089938 The Toronto Stock Exchange opened on time and slightly lower . The Toronto Stock Exchange said it will be business as usual on Friday morning . +1 2083437 2083550 The special tests were developed to measure student progress in meeting the state 's standards for the content taught in each grade . The tests measure how well students are meeting the state 's standards for learning the content taught in each grade . +1 342605 342611 At least 1,750 people were ordered to evacuate their homes shortly before 9 a.m. as a precaution , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . At least 1,752 people were ordered to evacuate their homes in the north part of Marquette about 8 : 45 a.m. EDT , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . +1 2030918 2030878 It is essential that proceedings against accused terrorists both be fair and appear fair to outside observers , he said . It is essential that the proceedings against accused terrorists be fair -- and appear to be so to outside observers , Sonnett said . +1 3267232 3267338 Some 95 million Americans -- half of all households -- invest in mutual funds . About half of all U.S. households have money in mutual funds . +1 1694591 1694663 The technology is available for download on the Microsoft Developer Network ( MSDN ) site . WSE version 2 is available from Microsoft 's developer Web site . +1 3304690 3304606 Meningitis is an infection of the spinal cord fluid and the tissue around the brain . Meningitis is an infection of the fluid in a person 's spinal cord and around the brain . +1 2553132 2553328 It is for that reason that legal scholars said the Denver ruling is at least plausible . It is for that reason that legal scholars said Judge Nottingham 's decision was at least plausible . +0 2155800 2156091 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI finished down 31.23 points , or 0.33 percent , at 9,317.64 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 27.02 , or 0.3 percent , 9,321.84 , having lost 74.81 on Friday . +0 375576 375682 School officials said Van-Vliet reported the accident using the bus ’ radio . Van-Vliet , who was also injured , called in the accident on the school bus radio . +0 2155884 2155607 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 1.8 points , or 0.18 percent , to 991 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . +1 1322386 1322404 But he said labor would see whether other senators can increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . +0 2524292 2524149 He was referring to John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange last Sunday . Next week , John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who Sunday became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange , will take up his position . +1 3326118 3325997 Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro hailed the appellate court ruling . Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro was pleased by the ruling , spokesman Mark Gribben said . +1 1625195 1625499 In an appearance before a parliamentary committee on Tuesday , Mr. Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . On Tuesday , Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . +1 1830745 1831002 The banks neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks neither admitted nor denied the charges as part of the agreement . +0 1524868 1524905 But 13 people have been killed since 1900 and hundreds injured . Runners are often injured by bulls and 13 have been killed since 1900 . +1 851678 851911 On the other hand , if this will help further establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " +1 54823 55177 The April 19 , 1995 , bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building came on the second anniversary of the fiery end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . The April 19 , 1995 , bombing came on the second anniversary of the end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . +0 392771 392701 The year-ago comparisons were restated to include Compaq results . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . +1 1987428 1987385 Investment bank Merrill Lynch raised its investment rating on the business software maker Oracle to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . Merrill Lynch upgraded the business software maker to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . +1 711871 711923 The report confirmed the ACLU 's view that the civil liberties and rights of immigrants " were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 , " said Romero . The inspector general 's findings confirm our long-held view that civil liberties and the rights of immigrants were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 . " +1 1443641 1443672 The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . There will be 9.3 million visitors to hot spots in 2003 , up from 2.5 million in 2002 , Gartner said . +1 2221841 2221884 United is working closely with the Air Transportation Stabilization Board to replace the aspects of its loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . United is working closely with the ATSB to replace those aspects of the company 's original loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . +1 2830817 2830766 The moves came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board finished investigating . The promises of lawsuits came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board had finished the investigation . +0 134455 134545 On Tuesday , the central bank left interest rates steady , as expected , but also declared that overall risks were weighted toward weakness and warned of deflation risks . The central bank 's policy board left rates steady for now , as widely expected , but surprised the market by declaring that overall risks were weighted toward weakness . +1 2060262 2060225 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 6.48 , or 0.7 per cent , to 990.51 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 6.48 points , or 0.66 percent , to 990.51 . +1 3185726 3185754 They also found shortness was associated with a family history of hearing loss . Shortness was found twice as often in those with hearing loss . +0 2378827 2378888 He said the FDA was hoping Congress and the courts would bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers . He said FDA hopes Congress and the courts will bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers — perhaps before the 2004 elections . +1 2893299 2893356 On Friday , the Concorde started up around sunrise and seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . Yesterday , the Concorde seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . +0 2080922 2080979 Navistar shares were down 44 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 41.19 on the New York Stock Exchange after falling as low as $ 39.93 . Navistar shares rose a penny to $ 41.64 at late afternoon on the New York Stock Exchange after earlier falling as low as $ 39.93 . +1 3251501 3251262 Squyres is principal investigator for the Athena payload - a collection of science instruments carted by each rover . Steve Squyres , a Cornell University scientist , is principal investigator for the missions ' science instruments . +1 2636300 2636438 The appeals court judges were in sharp disagreement over what should be done when they ruled in February . The appellate judges were in sharp disagreement when they ruled in February . +0 226395 226669 Bremer , 61 , is a onetime assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger and was ambassador-at-large for counterterrorism from 1986 to 1989 . Bremer , 61 , is a former assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger . +1 488404 488310 Another is investor disenchantment with US investments , leading them to pull out of US assets - selling dollars as they do so and driving the dollar exchange rate down . Another is investor disenchantment with U.S. investments , leading them to pull out of U.S. assets--selling dollars as they do so , and driving its exchange rate down . +0 1617617 1617714 Mr Morse is charged with assault and Mr Darvish is charged with filing a false report . His partner Bijan Darvish is charged with filing a false police report . +0 490221 490032 The best-performing stock was Altria Group Inc . , which rose more than 27 percent to close at $ 42.31 a share . Altria Group Inc . MO.N fell 50 cents , or 1.2 percent , to $ 41.81 . +0 408572 408628 " Whatever has happened to you by way of punishment is certainly more than enough , " Covello told the 49-year-old , whose family , friends and supporters filled half the courtroom . " What has happened to you , sir , by way of punishment , is certainly more than enough , " Covello said . +0 1549628 1549570 Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat exhaustion , bruises and muscle strain , and were treated and released from the hospital , fire officials said . Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat , bruises and muscle strain , fire officials said . +1 2458335 2458449 Hundreds of soldiers took part in the early morning raid , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to airstrikes in Gaza . Hundreds of soldiers were involved , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to air strikes in Gaza . +0 1123369 1123468 State health officials said today a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed today that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . +1 1702735 1702711 Last year , he made an unsuccessful bid for the Democratic nomination for governor . He ran last year for the Democratic nomination for Texas governor , but lost the primary to multimillionaire Tony Sanchez . +1 1394508 1394489 Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular Internet Explorer toolbar , adding bells and whistles for surfers . Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular toolbar for Internet Explorer , adding a pop-up blocker , a controversial Blogger feature , and form-filling functionality . +1 2493378 2493420 The last time the S & P had a larger one-day point loss was also May 19 , when it gave back 23.53 to close at 920.77 . The last time it had a larger one-day loss was July 1 , 2002 , when it shed 59.41 to close at 1,403.80 . +1 645180 645536 I was going to the court believing I could do this , only if I played my best tennis . " I was believing that I was confident I could do this , but only in the case I would play my best tennis . +0 1140025 1140085 A promotional poster , complete with countdown dial , reminds readers of the upcoming release of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " +1 1953409 1953285 Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners premiums might finally be getting relief . Relief is in sight for Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners insurance premiums . +0 869241 869208 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . At 12 : 10 p.m. EDT , Canada 's benchmark S & P / TSX composite index was up 6.87 points or 0.1 per cent to 6,979.29 . +0 633875 633744 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index shot up 5.7 percent for the week . The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . +0 3190211 3190134 Lowe 's , with about half as many stores , reported a 33 percent increase in third-quarter profit behind a 12 percent jump in same-store sales . Home Depot reported a 22 percent jump in third-quarter profit behind a nearly 8 percent rise in same-store sales . +1 1643243 1643049 Blair 's government included the charge that Saddam sought uranium from Niger in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for military action . Britain included the accusation in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for war in Iraq . +0 3058482 3058386 Part of the accord was the implementation of a special health council that would monitor health spending and progress in reforming the health system . A key portion of the accord was the implementation of a special council to monitor health spending , set goals for the system and measure progress in reforming health care . +1 3384269 3383800 Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights including seats on other airlines for passengers . Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . +1 713992 713965 Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left their weakened companions behind . +1 2425362 2425341 A company spokeswoman declined to say how much Qwest receives in annual revenue from government contracts . A Qwest spokeswoman , Kate Varden , declined to say how much in sales the company received from the United States government . +1 1201425 1201329 For the week ended June 15 , a total of 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the United States , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . +0 222535 222564 Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said their Rapitva drug failed to help patients with rheumatoid arthritis in a study . Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-largest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said they will terminate Phase II testing of their Raptiva rheumatoid-arthritis drug after finding no benefit for patients . +0 1039162 1038840 PeopleSoft will commit $ 863 million in cash and issue 52.6 million new shares , the companies said . The new deal would be valued at $ 1.75 billion , including $ 863 million in cash and 52.6 million PeopleSoft shares . +1 3436639 3436708 Halliburton on Tuesday reiterated its contention that KBR had " delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms " . " We believe KBR delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms , " Halliburton spokeswoman Wendy Hall said . +0 1124284 1124161 He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and barred from the complex - home to his mother and two children . He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and was barred from the complex . +0 1479538 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +0 2858180 2858100 Shares ended Wednesday at $ 6.83 , up 2 cents . Shares of Goodyear rose 2 cents on Wednesday and closed at $ 6.83 . +1 1044270 1044301 " As a professional , " he added , " I think I 'd like to be thought of as a good storyteller . " As a professional , I 'd like to be thought of as a storyteller . " +1 1151084 1151062 Federal prosecutors , the Securities and Exchange Commission , and the mortgage company 's regulator launched investigations into Freddie Mac 's shake-up . The Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Attorney have opened investigations into Freddie Mac over its accounting practices . +1 2885844 2885779 Forecasters predict the storm will reach Earth at 3 p.m. eastern time Friday and could last up to 18 hours . It is expected to reach Earth about 3 p.m. EDT Friday , and its effects could last 12 to 18 hours . +1 3014157 3014190 Yet another big fight has been over a White House proposal to privatize air-traffic control at major airports . Yet another fight has been waged over a White House proposal to privatize air traffic control at major airports , such as those in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia . +0 787889 788223 The initial report was made to Modesto Police December 28 . It stems from a Modesto police report . +1 512322 511968 " If you pass this bill , Big Brother will be watching you , " said Rep. John Mabry , D-Waco . " If you pass this bill , " Rep. John Mabry Jr . , D-Waco , told colleagues , " Big Brother will be watching you . " +0 867716 867754 Officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , and Reyna dropped a knee into his back , according to testimony . That 's when officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , according to testimony . +1 618359 617945 Buoyed by some of the advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 for a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . Buoyed by advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 on Thursday to enter today 's round with a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . +1 126662 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said a search is ongoing but would not comment on the status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . +1 1908352 1908458 After a seven-day trial last year , Thompson found the monument to be an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . Last year , Thompson ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . +0 1785196 1785461 They reported symptoms of fever , headache , rash and muscle aches . Symptoms include a stiff neck , fever , headache and sensitivity to light . +0 2173826 2173501 Today , he will find out whether he is still in the running to buy back the U.S. entertainment business of troubled Vivendi Universal SA . An investment group led by former Seagram Inc. boss Edgar Bronfman Jr. is still in the running to buy the U.S. entertainment assets of Vivendi Universal SA . +1 2375776 2375807 The victims were not identified , although authorities said at least one of the bodies had been there about a year . The two victims buried in the yard were not identified , though authorities said at least one has been there about a year . +1 269089 268884 Ahold Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for the scandal . Board Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for events at Foodservice and elsewhere in the embattled group . +1 2537987 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc.JCP.N and Walgreen Co.WAG.N kick things off early in the week . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . +1 2980690 2980538 Defense lawyers had objected in pretrial hearings to the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify Muhammad . Defense lawyers had objected in earlier hearings to showing the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify the person in them . +1 1027143 1027507 " I have lots of bad dreams , I have flashbacks , I have lots of anger . " I have lots of bad dreams , flashbacks and lots of anger . " +0 130265 129786 The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . The S & P 500 had climbed 16 percent since its March low and yesterday closed at its highest since Dec. 2 . +1 261718 261828 The American decision provoked an angry reaction from the European Commission , which described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful " . The European Commission , the EU 's powerful executive body , described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful . " +1 2776609 2776659 The petition alleges that Huletts unfair sales have damaged the U.S. industry , sending market prices below sustainable levels . Those unfair sales have damaged the US industry by eroding market prices below sustainable levels , says Alcoa . +1 261957 261729 Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador , Honduras , Mexico , New Zealand , Peru and Uruguay will also support the challenge . Nine other countries , including Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador and Mexico , are supporting the case . +1 925534 925489 Gateway will release new Profile 4 systems with the new Intel technology on Wednesday . Gateway 's all-in-one PC , the Profile 4 , also now features the new Intel technology . +1 1478533 1478601 The government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites on Sunday in a loosely coordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . +1 725698 725404 Mrs. Clinton said she was incredulous that he would endanger their marriage and family . She hadn 't believed he would jeopardize their marriage and family . +0 2484347 2484159 Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , faces multiple counts of burial service fraud , making false statements , abuse of a dead body and theft . Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , also faces charges of abuse of a body , and theft . +0 1607342 1607469 Schroeder cancelled his Italian holiday after Stefani refused to apologise for the slurs , which came after Berlusconi compared a German politician to a Nazi concentration camp guard . Stefani 's remarks further stoked tension after Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi last week compared a German member of the European Parliament to a Nazi concentration camp guard . +1 243700 243946 Tony winners will be announced June 8 at the Radio City Music Hall in New York . Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . +1 1240372 1240326 Revenues for " The Hulk " came in well below those of last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , " X2 : X-Men United , " which grossed $ 85.6 million in its opening weekend . The Hulk trailed last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , X2 : X-Men United , which grossed $ 85.6-million in its opening weekend . +1 1983012 1983180 Tony-award winning dancer and actor Gregory Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . +1 1088209 1088238 In April , it had forecast operating earnings in the range of 60 to 80 cents a share . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . +1 1703443 1703477 Hampton Township is a few miles northeast of Bay City , about 100 miles away . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . +1 941626 941679 And his justification for the bombing was that while it caused short-term material damage , it was for the long-term moral good of Bali . And he justified bombing Bali by saying that while it had caused material devastation , it was for the island 's long-term moral good . +1 3085927 3085530 It indicates , Robert said , “ that terrorists really don ’ t care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " +1 2746528 2746712 The Supreme Court long ago held that students could not be compelled to join in the pledge . The U.S. Supreme Court has previously ruled that students are not compelled to say the Pledge of Allegiance . +0 1140029 1140085 Kids , adults , booksellers and postal workers all are preparing for " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " +0 1787122 1787292 Colgate shares closed Monday at $ 56.30 on the New York Stock Exchange . Colgate shares were down 30 cents at $ 56 in morning trade on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 3450953 3450981 Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled and there was no convincing evidence it was being revived , the report said . Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled , and there " was no convincing evidence of its reconstitution . " +1 2902707 2902760 Cadbury Schweppes plc plans to cut 5500 jobs and shut factories after a 4.9 billion ( $ A11.9 billion ) acquisition spree over the past three years inflated costs . Cadbury Schweppes has unveiled plans to slash 5,500 jobs and 20 percent of its factories over four years to cut costs brought about by an acquisition spree . +1 1813375 1813388 " These foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-lowering drugs . " We have now proven that these foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-reducing drugs . +1 2971556 2971759 " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job , " she said . Cavender did say : " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job . " +1 3119302 3119544 State Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in court this morning , " It was an ill-conceived lawsuit . " New York Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in his statement that the lawsuit was " ill-conceived . " +1 981815 981922 The former president also gave numerous speeches in 2002 without compensation , said his spokesman Jim Kennedy . His spokesman Jim Kennedy said the former president also gave more than 70 speeches in 2002 without compensation . +1 1496052 1496255 Mayor Joe T. Parker said late Thursday that the three workers were two men and a woman who were inside the building when the first blast occurred . The missing workers , two men and a woman , were inside the building when the first blast occurred , Mayor Joe T. Parker said . +0 572164 571428 Kaichen appeared Wednesday in federal court on two bank robbery charges . She appeared in federal court Wednesday , but did not enter a plea . +0 2713980 2713709 The monkeys could track their progress by watching a schematic representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . The arm was kept in a separate room , but the monkeys could track their progress by watching a representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . +0 959616 959471 As a result , 24 players broke par in the first round . Twenty-four players broke par in the first round , the third highest figure in U.S. Open history . +1 1912529 1912650 Magner , who is 54 and known as Marge , has been the consumer group 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . She has been the consumer unit 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . +0 633744 633768 The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . +1 3313165 3313141 Closed sessions are routinely held at the United Nations tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but usually to protect witnesses 's safety . Closed sessions are routinely held at the U.N. tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but they are usually closed to protect witnesses who fear for their safety . +1 2122040 2121820 Although it 's unclear whether Sobig was to blame , The New York Times also asked employees at its headquarters yesterday to shut down their computers because of " system difficulties . " The New York Times asked employees at its headquarters to shut down their computers yesterday because of " computing system difficulties . " +1 3385867 3385835 The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Stephen Sundlof of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration . The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Dr. Stephen Sundlof of the Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) . +1 1657140 1657002 His band in the early 1930 's included the pianist Teddy Wilson , the saxophonist Chu Berry , the trombonist J. C. Higginbotham and the drummer Sid Catlett . His band in the early 1930s included pianist Teddy Wilson , saxophonist Chu Berry , trombonist J.C. Higginbotham and drummer Sid Catlett . +1 318215 318353 We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCOLinux until these issues are resolved , " Sontag said . We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCO Linux until these issues are resolved . " +1 2473394 2473357 Aiken 's study appears in the Sept . 24 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association . +1 1258288 1258190 Slightly more than half of the profit shortfall results from a sales slump , with weakness spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . Slightly more than half of the earnings miss was due to a sales slump , with weakness was spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . +1 742244 742119 Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the NPT treaty which would allow U.N. inspections at short notice . Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty , which it signed in 1970 , that would allow IAEA inspections at short notice . +1 3085148 3085019 They came despite what BA called a " difficult quarter " , which it said included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow . BA said the second quarter , which included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow , had been difficult . +1 432116 432164 In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . In addition , " fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to Islamic mosques , the Justice Department said . +0 539350 539637 He refused to reveal what percentage of flights carried sky marshals , or whether they would be increased . He refused to say what percentage of domestic flights had security officers on board . +0 2160920 2161366 Dean told reporters traveling on his 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour that he considered campaigning in Texas a challenge . Today , Dean ends his four-day , 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour in Chicago and New York . +0 2442948 2442826 The victim , whose name was not released , underwent surgery at the hospital . The wounded doctor , whose name was withheld , underwent surgery at the hospital for three gunshot wounds . +1 1518074 1518108 Those conversations had not taken place as of Tuesday night , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . Those talks have not taken place , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . +1 1284177 1284077 Other features include FileVault , which secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption on the fly . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . +1 1591389 1591595 An arrest warrant claimed Bryant assaulted the woman June 30 at a hotel . According to an arrest warrant , Bryant , 24 , attacked a woman on June 30 . +1 600786 600523 Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment from beneath the concrete slab Thursday , but it turned out to be an animal bone , authorities said . Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment Thursday night , but authorities said it was from an animal . +1 1245561 1245666 After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , it had to wait for legal hurdles to be crossed before sales could resume . After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , legal hurdles had to be cleared before sales could resume . +1 2734483 2734397 The number of extremely obese adults -- those who are at least 100 pounds overweight -- has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . +1 3289732 3289629 The research firm earlier had forecast an increase of 4.9 percent . The firm had predicted earlier this year a 4.9 percent increase . +1 3306149 3306053 Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted work for several hours while waiting for the anthropologist to arrive from Indianapolis . Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted it until an anthropologist arrived in the northwestern Indiana city from Indianapolis . +0 1318034 1318119 Stripping out the extraordinary items , fourth-quarter earnings were 64 cents a share compared to 25 cents a share in the prior year . Earnings were 59 cents a share for the three months ended May 25 compared with 15 cents a share a year earlier . +1 3354775 3354759 The company will be able to start recording profits from HPS immediately , Perot Systems spokeswoman Mindy Brown said . The company will begin adding to Perot Systems ' profits immediately , the company said . +1 1111786 1111709 White House officials also deleted a reference to a 1999 study showing that global temperatures had risen sharply in the previous decade compared with the last 1,000 years . The revised draft removed a reference to a 1999 study showing global temperatures had risen sharply in the past decade compared to the previous 1,000 years . +1 806505 806865 The leading actress nod went to energetic newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur as Edna 's daughter Tracy . Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . +1 1479862 1479870 In January 2000 , notebooks represented less than 25 percent of sales volume . That compares with January 2000 , when laptops represented less than 25 percent of sales volume , NPD said . +1 2071990 2072141 Federal and local officials , including Bush , saw no apparent sign of terrorism . Federal officials earlier said there is no evidence of terrorism . +1 1970415 1970732 U.N. inspectors later said the documents were old and irrelevant -- some administrative material , some from a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . They said some of the documents were administrative paper work and some about a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . +1 2928566 2928606 Griffith , a Mount Airy native , now lives on the North Carolina coast in Manteo . Griffith , 77 , grew up in Mount Airy and now lives in Manteo . +0 1239932 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . +1 1092090 1091918 It will also delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until the deal was completed and Buhrmann bedded down in PaperlinX . It will delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until Buhrmann is bedded down inside PaperlinX . +1 1240213 1240330 OS ANGELES - ' ' The Hulk ' ' was a monster at the box office in its debut weekend , taking in a June opening record of $ 62.6 million . " The Hulk " took in $ 62.6 million at the box office , a monster opening and a new June record . +1 2720187 2720172 Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , turned himself in in June ; his deputy was killed in a recent shootout with Saudi forces . Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , surrendered in June ; his deputy was killed in a shoot-out with Saudi forces recently . +1 3259695 3259744 Several current and former ferry officers have said the rules were routinely ignored and seldom enforced . Some current and former ferry employees have said those rules were often ignored . +0 1657875 1658028 " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . " But at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " he said . +0 1563816 1563592 It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . The intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . +0 99378 99324 The Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain , was forthright . " He hasn 't got much choice , " said the Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain . +1 692176 692246 Heavy weekend rain and runoff from heavy snowmelt sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening the sinkhole in I-70 east of Vail . Rain and runoff from heavy snow sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening a 22-foot-wide sinkhole in Interstate 70 east of Vail . +1 654702 654683 Spinal Concepts , launched in 1996 , makes orthopedic medical devices used during spinal fusion surgical procedures . Spinal Concepts makes spinal fixation products used during spinal fusion surgery . +1 2725718 2725646 The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off as early as tomorrow or as late as Friday from the Jiuquan launching site in the Gobi Desert . The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off between next Wednesday and Friday from a launching site in the Gobi Desert . +1 240075 240044 State Republican Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away from referring to Wise 's problems in the 2004 gubernatorial campaign . State GOP Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away in 2004 from referring to Wise 's problems . +0 427005 427281 The others were given copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " and told to follow it . The researchers gave copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " to the carb-cutters . +1 2124302 2124451 Druce is still being held at the prison and is now in isolation , she said . Druce last night was held in isolation at the same prison . +1 229259 228827 NBC also announced it has struck a deal to keep ER on the air for three more seasons . NBC also announced that it has extended its deal with Warner Brothers Television to keep ER on the air for at least three more seasons . +1 1171535 1171893 Also weighing on the market was news that General Motors GM.N planned to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . Also hurting was news General Motors GM.N was to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . +1 1201093 1201040 In court , she briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and quietly made notes in a spiral-bound notebook . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . +1 545928 545817 On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . +1 3128200 3128160 The new research will be published soon in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . +1 1554315 1554352 " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " the statement read . " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said . +1 1196117 1196011 Jackson 's visit came after a relatively peaceful night in Benton Harbor , which sits in southwestern Michigan about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . Jackson 's visit followed a relatively peaceful night Thursday in Benton Harbor , about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . +1 842171 842236 The attacks came as Mr Sharon faced down the hardline central committee of his Likud party in Jerusalem . News of the Hebron incident filtered out as Mr Sharon was facing the hardline central committee of his Likud Party in Jerusalem . +0 246576 246511 The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . Bruce N. Hawthorne , 53 , was named executive vice president and chief staff officer . +1 1629901 1629398 The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer - Dallager - for failing to address the scandal . +1 2588886 2588780 SARS went on to claim the lives of 44 people in the Toronto area , including two nurses and a doctor . The virus killed 44 people in the Toronto area , including one doctor and two nurses . +1 769049 769025 The World Health Organization — another Lilly partner , along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University — has declared TB a global emergency . The World Health Organization -- which is participating in the initiative along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University -- has declared TB a global emergency . +0 1924883 1924416 Five Jordanian embassy staff were wounded but were in stable condition . Some media reported that Jordanian embassy staff were killed in the attack . +1 1550877 1550897 This northern autumn US trainers will work with soldiers from four North African countries on patrolling and gathering intelligence . Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . +1 1977046 1977184 U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled that the Akron-based company should have determined that changes at one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions . FirstEnergy Corp. should have determined that modernizing one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions , U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled Thursday . +1 644153 643714 " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said FBI Special Agent Craig Dahle in Birmingham . " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said Dahle , a spokesman for the Birmingham office . +1 173736 173905 " One can say that the euro at the moment is about at the level which better reflects the fundamentals , " he said . " The euro at the moment is at a level that better reflects the fundamentals , " the ECB president said . +1 209859 209757 Thats why the Americans with all their technology cant find him . That 's why the Americans - with all their technology - can 't find him . " +1 2158247 2158067 U.S. District Judge William Steele set a hearing tomorrow on the lawsuit . U.S. District Judge William Steele has set the hearing on the suit for Wednesday . +1 1459781 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . +1 2905479 2905361 We 're electing a president of the United States , not a staff . " " We are electing a president of the United States , not a staff , " Kerry said . +1 3447773 3447850 The router will be available in the first quarter of 2004 and will cost around $ 200 , the company said . Netgear prices the WGT634U Super Wireless Media Router , which will be available in the first quarter of 2004 , at under $ 200 . +0 2527795 2527755 The nation 's median household income , adjusted for inflation , declined 1.1 percent , to $ 42,409 in 2002 , the Census Bureau reported Friday . The number of Americans living in poverty increased by 1.7 million last year , and the median household income declined by 1.1 percent , the Census Bureau reported yesterday . +1 1348907 1348952 The picture changes a bit should Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton be the Democratic presidential candidate . The picture changes slightly should New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton end up as the Democratic presidential candidate . +1 703823 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . +1 1075005 1075021 Her lawyers filed a lawsuit against the Dallas County district attorney , Henry Wade , challenging Texas 's abortion laws . In 1969 , Ms. McCorvey 's attorneys filed suit against Dallas County District Attorney Henry Wade challenging the state 's abortion laws . +0 1948542 1948502 Police said the suspected Marriott suicide bomber was Asmar Latin Sani , 28 , from the island of Sumatra . A sibling also identified Sani , 28 , who was from the island of Sumatra , police said . +1 1849873 1849903 Both were a few metres apart , Mr Laczynski pressing against the metal fence dividing court officials from the crowd . Separated by a few metres , Mr Laczynski pressed against the metal fence which divides court officials from the crowd . +1 986840 986695 The European Union was due Monday to demand Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher nuclear inspections and to link compliance with a pending trade deal . The European Union was due on Monday to demand that Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher inspections of its nuclear program , linking compliance to a pending trade deal . +1 3230905 3231041 Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts are saying , could be undermining efforts to promote safe sex . Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts say , may be undermining efforts to promote safer-sex practices . +1 2906716 2906796 Viles ' body was discovered four hours later after he failed to respond to a call to return to his housing unit . Viles was found dead after the three failed to respond to a routine call to return to their housing units . +0 2768372 2768324 Every Thursday , a grains management committee meets in the Commission 's agriculture directorate to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . A grains management committee normally meets each Thursday in the Commission 's agriculture unit -- another target of Wednesday 's raids -- to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . +1 2891359 2891275 About 1,500 firefighters here and north of the neighboring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . About 1500 firefighters in Fontana and the neighbouring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . +1 131134 131308 Once seated , the anonymous jurors will be driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . The judge planned to have the anonymous jurors driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . +0 1051279 1050975 She was taken by ambulance to Charing Cross Hospital in Hammersmith . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . +1 212622 212672 Pappas said he wouldn 't hesitate about asking Graham to substitute . Pappas , the teacher , said he wouldn 't hesitate having Graham as a substitute . +0 629297 629322 " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , biological programme , indeed nuclear programme , indeed all that was documented by the UN , " he said . He added : " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , the biological programme and indeed the nuclear weapons programme . +0 3377001 3376977 He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging staff at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel and demanding U.S. forces leave Iraq . He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging workers at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel . +1 1720973 1721003 Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state has long had its eye on this piece of property and is eager to complete the deal to obtain it . Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state long has coveted this piece of property , and is eager to complete the deal . +1 2989427 2989456 With the Expose feature , all open windows shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . With the Expose ( ex-poh-SAY ) feature , all the open windows on the desktop immediately shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . +0 1496938 1496946 He faces a maximum sentence of 59 to 87 years in prison if convicted . Iffel was hit with 22 weapons charges and faces up to 87 years in prison if convicted . +1 388576 388649 Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity , and get a cut of sales on a sliding scale through 2021 . Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity and would also get a five percent share of sales from 2005 . +1 562108 561820 Still , he noted Miami must decide whether to seek ACC membership for the next school year by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . Still , he noted that Miami must decide whether to seek A.C.C. membership by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . +1 1223198 1223139 Police today charged three men , one aged 28 and two aged 26 , with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault occasioning bodily harm , armed robbery and burglary . Four men were arrested and have been charged with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault , armed robbery and burglary . +1 2208440 2208642 The new policy gives greatest weight to grades , test scores and a student 's high school curriculum . Academic achievement -- including grades , test scores and high school curriculum -- are given the highest priority . +0 3021619 3021518 McGill also detailed the hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . McGill also said a dark glove was stuffed into a hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . +1 36547 36623 ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc. are developing similar medications , designed to target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . Iressa is similar to medicines being developed by ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc . , designed to precisely target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . +1 345699 345719 Shares in EDS closed on Thursday at $ 18.51 , a gain of 6 cents . Shares of EDS closed Thursday at $ 18.51 , up 6 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1010013 1010046 Jirsa is being introduced as Marshall head coach today at a noon news conference in the Bob Hartley / Big Green Room of Cam Henderson Center , The Herald-Dispatch learned . Jirsa will be introduced as the 25th Marshall basketball coach today at a press conference in the Henderson Center ’ s Big Green Room . +1 2493925 2493892 Richard Grasso quit as chairman last week after losing the support of his board amid public furor over his $ 140 million pay package . Grasso quit last week in the wake of a firestorm of criticism over his $ 140 million compensation package . +1 1661881 1662136 Police Chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group that had custody of Ghozi , has offered to resign , according to Ebdane . Police chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group , which had custody of Al-Ghozi , offered his resignation , and Ebdane accepted it . +1 1879236 1879339 Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8,000 hectares ( 20,000 acres ) of pinewood since the blazes started Monday afternoon . Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8000 hectares of pinewood since the blazes began on Monday afternoon . +1 2467992 2467952 And as more than 100 people on death rows have been exonerated , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . As more than 100 people sentenced to death have been exonerated across the nation , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . +1 3014177 3014143 The differences between Grassley and Thomas on energy and Medicare have become so pointed that other members say their angry personal relationship is embarrassing the party . Their differences on energy and Medicare have become so pointed other members say it is embarrassing to the party . +0 467296 467042 Numan was the Baath Party 's regional command chairman responsible for west Baghdad . Al-Numan was a longtime member of the regional command of the Baath party . +1 1567595 1567650 Instead , prosecutors dismissed charges and Rucker left the courtroom a free man . Instead he left the courtroom a free man after authorities dismissed criminal charges . +1 1243432 1243445 LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion - Australian football - as the world champion relaxed before his Wimbledon title defence . LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion – Australian rules football – as the world champion relaxed ahead of his Wimbledon defence . +1 2370245 2370426 Microsoft says customers can install applications and software on their handset wirelessly or from a PC via USB connection . Additional applications and software can be downloaded via the phone or from a PC via a USB connection . +1 3331545 3331648 Shares of Schering-Plough were off 2 cents at $ 16.78 near midday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Schering-Plough closed down 4 cents at $ 16.76 in Thursday trade on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1929176 1929167 The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . In Nairobi , the provost of All Saints Cathedral , the Very Reverend Peter Karanja , said the US Episcopal Church was alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . +1 599678 599554 " The issue has been resolved , " Marlins President David Samson said through a club spokesman . The Marlins only said : " The issue has been resolved . " +0 745950 746180 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures for June were down 2.60 points at 965.70 , while Nasdaq futures were down 7.50 points at 1,183.50 . +1 1737548 1737488 " I don 't see the urgency of this , and I am not going to grant this request . " " I don 't see the urgency in this so I 'm not going to grant it , " West said . +1 2095818 2095799 In its statement , the bank said it believed " the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the United Kingdom remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . +1 2484044 2483683 The tour plans to make stops in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1-2 , and in New York City on Oct. 3-4 . The tour will stop in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1 and 2 , and New York on Oct. 3 and 4 . +0 1604217 1604154 " City-grown pollution , and ozone in particular , is tougher on country trees , " says Cornell University ecologist Jillian Gregg . " I know this sounds counterintuitive , but it 's true : City-grown pollution -- and ozone in particular -- is tougher on country trees , " U.S. ecologist Jillian Gregg said . +0 3438458 3438444 Elecia Battle , of Cleveland , told police she dropped her purse as she left the Quick Shop Food Mart last week after buying the ticket . Elecia Battle dropped her purse after buying the Mega Millions Lottery ticket last week and believes the ticket blew away . +1 1439347 1439293 When fully operational , the facility is expected to employ up to 1,000 people . The plant would employ 1,000 people when fully built out , the company said . +0 399170 399276 The Senate agreed Tuesday to lift a 10-year-old ban on the research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . Both the House and Senate bills would end the ban on research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . +1 1958452 1958519 Shares of McDonald 's rose $ 1.83 , or 8.3 percent , to close at the day 's high of $ 23.89 . McDonald 's shares rose $ 1.83 to close Friday at $ 23.89 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2178827 2178795 The girls and three of the cadets were cited for underage drinking . The girls , ages 16 and 18 , were ticketed for underage drinking along with three of the cadets . +1 1280917 1281225 Oracle Corp 's Chairman and CEO Larry Ellison didn 't rule out sweetening the company 's unsolicited offer to acquire rival PeopleSoft Inc . Oracle chairman Larry Ellison has hinted that the company could yet again increase its offer for rival PeopleSoft . +1 3001423 3001446 Former Indiana Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died Sunday in Bloomington after a battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . +1 1146295 1146253 The bill also requires the FCC to hold at least five public hearings before voting on future ownership changes . Another component of the bill would require the FCC to hold at least five public hearings on future ownership rule changes before voting . +1 2414342 2414213 State government sources said Travis ' move was a direct result of the controversy over the Boudin parole decision . Sources say this decision was a direct result of the decision to release Boudin . +0 173779 173846 The Nikkei average closed up 1.5 percent at 8,152.16 , a one-month high . The Nikkei average ended the morning up half a percent at 8,071.00 . +0 1114165 1114068 According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . The Hispanic population increased by 9.8per cent from the April 2000 census figures , despite less favourable social and economic conditions than in the 1990s . +0 2337960 2338068 The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company also said it would cut wholesale prices on cassettes and change the suggested retail price to $ 8.98 . +0 237239 237465 The plane was estimated to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . US Airways Flight 5481 , which crashed Jan. 8 , was judged to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . +1 663480 663544 The House has passed prescription-drug legislation in the last two sessions , but the Senate has failed to do so . The House has passed bills the past two Congresses , but the Senate has not . +1 460144 460211 He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 -- well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , police said . The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . +1 1809293 1809194 TI further said that , as a result of the license agreement , it will not change its prices for OMAP devices . In a joint statement , the companies said that as a result of the license agreement , TI will not be changing its prices . +0 859489 859427 Perkins will travel to Lawrence today and meet with Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . +1 3131671 3131687 Continuing the record-setting pace of recent years , personal bankruptcies rose 7.8 percent in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts said Friday . The record-setting pace of new personal bankruptcies continued in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , with their number rising 7.8 percent , according to data released Friday . +0 210694 211119 Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . Barnes is one of three politicians honored Monday by the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum with the Profile in Courage Award . +1 347483 347458 Enstrom and Kabat focused their work on 35,561 people who had never smoked but had spouses who did . The study focused on the 35,561 people who had never smoked , but who lived with a spouse who did . +1 2827192 2827205 Symantec yesterday bought SSL VPN appliance vendor SafeWeb for $ 26 million in cash . Symantec Monday said it will acquire SSL VPN appliance provider Safeweb for $ 26 million in cash . +1 2486728 2486654 More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . More than 100 officers launched the London raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine and money laundering ring . +1 684938 684972 But the plan was dropped because some of the terrorists were uncomfortable that schoolchildren would be their victims . But the plan was abandoned as some in the group were uncomfortable the victims would be schoolchildren . +0 826609 826468 A senior Whitehall official said : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . A senior Whitehall official said recently : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . . . It was a monumental cock-up . " +0 1279867 1279906 " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims should keep consumer expectations at current levels and may signal more favorable economic times ahead . " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims " may signal more favorable economic times ahead , " she said . +1 1091178 1091235 Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 26 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.27 percent from 3.17 percent . +0 1293239 1293439 The army said the raid , which comes just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the Hamas leader in the city , targeted militants in Hamas . The arrests came just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the militant group 's leader in Hebron . +1 2085113 2085096 Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said Friday that he will hold a hearing on the blackout as soon as lawmakers return in September . House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said his committee will hold a hearing on the power outage in September . +1 1739449 1739474 Also , businesses throughout Utah are volunteering to display Amber alerts on their signs . Other businesses are volunteering to put the alerts on their electronic signs and billboards . +1 2559956 2559939 Says IBM : " Electrons come down from the poly-silicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base , and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode . " Electrons come down from the polysilicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode , " the company said . +0 349935 350009 In March , SCO Group filed a lawsuit against IBM charging unfair competition and breach of contract . SCO is suing IBM for misappropriation of trade secrets , tortious interference , unfair competition and breach of contract . +0 911563 911587 Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , is leading the opposition . " I think it will pass , " Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , said in Washington . +1 2123347 2123494 According to market research from The NPD Group , the number of people downloading music dropped from 14.5 million in April to 10.4 million in June . The number of households acquiring music fell from a high of 14.5 million in April to 12.7 million in May and 10.4 million in June , according to NPD . +1 2108887 2108868 Beleaguered telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . +1 1967671 1967592 Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London and will be extended over the next month to police around the country . Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London , and will be extended to other forces next month . +1 1044800 1044829 The Passion will feature actor James Caviezel as Christ and actress Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . Directed by Gibson , the reported $ 25 million production stars Jim Caviezel as Jesus and Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . +1 1716178 1716087 U.S. officials say the six were , like other prisoners at the U.S. Naval base in Cuba , suspected of involvement with al-Qaida , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . US officials say the six , like other prisoners at Guantanamo , were suspected of involvement with al-Qaeda , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . +1 2009590 2009633 Perry has called lawmakers into two special sessions to address congressional redistricting . Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . +1 573366 573506 " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end , " said Hit resident Abu Qasim . " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end . " +0 1618261 1618195 A report on the finding appears in Friday 's issue of the journal Science . The results were announced at a NASA headquarters news conference Thursday and in today 's issue of the journal Science . +1 500945 500912 The autopsy was ordered sealed at the request of both the prosecution and defense . Girolami ordered the records conditionally sealed May 15 at the request of prosecution and defense attorneys . +0 437728 437769 The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game their longest win streak since 2001 as they edged Colorado , 3-2 , Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game and seventh in their last nine as they beat Colorado 3-2 on Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . +1 1074997 1075018 " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms McCorvey said at a news conference in Dallas on Tuesday . " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms. McCorvey said at a downtown Dallas news conference . +0 2641995 2641936 Mr Pollard said : " This is a terrible personal tragedy and a shocking blow for James 's family . Nick Pollard , the head of Sky News said : " This is a shocking blow for James 's family . +1 544329 544220 Meanwhile , the U.S. civilian administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer , paid a two-hour visit to the northern cities of Erbil and Sulaimaniyah . Elsewhere in the north , the American administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer III , paid a brief , low-profile visit to the cities of Erbil and Suleimaniya . +1 1702219 1702411 The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit named Secretary of State Kevin Shelley , a Democrat , and the registrars of voters in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . +1 3319119 3319133 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index ( .IXIC : Quote , Profile , Research ) ended off 2.96 points , or 0.15 percent , at 1,921.33 . +1 1260943 1261266 Additionally , the h2210 ’ s cradle has room to charge a second battery . The cradle for the h2200 has space for recharging a second battery . +0 936700 936522 He was taken to a hospital for precautionary X-rays on his neck . Harvey was taken to St. Luke 's Hospital for precautionary neck X-rays , which came back negative . +1 2788889 2788678 Still , Jessica Biel ( of " 7th Heaven " fame ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface 's last elusive victim . Still , Jessica Biel ( formerly of the WB ’ s “ 7th Heaven ” ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface ’ s last elusive victim . +1 1596214 1596238 Police and officials said about 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to struggle to shore . About 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to reach shore , police and officials said . +1 2553134 2553332 In that case , the court held that Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning only the advertising pamphlets in the interest of aesthetics . In that case , the court held that the city of Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning , in the interest of aesthetics , only the advertising pamphlets . +1 1075397 1075758 The Senate version has no coverage for annual costs between $ 4,450 and $ 5,800 . They would receive no help with costs between $ 4,500 and $ 5,800 . +1 3100597 3100573 " PeopleSoft management entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " said Deborah Lilienthal , an Oracle spokeswoman . " PeopleSoft 's management 's entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " Oracle spokeswoman Jennifer Glass said Tuesday . +0 1054536 1054676 Stocks dipped lower Tuesday as investors opted to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally despite a trio of reports suggesting modest improvement in the economy . Wall Street moved tentatively higher Tuesday as investors weighed a trio of reports showing modest economic improvement against an urge to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally . +0 1458234 1458108 Michaela Cuomo , youngest daughter of Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy , is 8 months old . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . +0 2098594 2098915 Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . Both Bloomberg and Pataki said were confident electricity would be restored by the morning . +1 53672 53604 " That said , however , no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . " Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . +1 2673112 2673141 The district also sent letters yesterday informing parents of the situation . Parents received letters informing them of the possible contamination yesterday . +0 1091232 1091267 The two-year note US2YT = RR fell 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 1.23 percent from 1.16 percent late on Monday . The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . +1 1107385 1107297 " The Leading Economic Index finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession , " Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said . Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said the improved reading " finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession . +1 3414486 3414521 Shares of McDonald 's Corp. and Wendy 's International Inc. continued a modest run-up on the New York Stock Exchange Monday . Shares of McDonald 's and Wendy 's continued their recent recovery Monday , rising more than 1 percent on the New York Stock Exchange in afternoon trade . +1 1559172 1559081 In winter , it is transformed into a treacherous embankment , a mountain of ice and snow that blankets everything . In winter , Terrapin Point is transformed into a treacherous embankment of ice and snow that blankets everything -- the park , the railings , even the lampposts . +1 2214085 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Mr. Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . +1 327365 327455 Fed policy-makers signaled they were prepared to cut rates , now at a 41-year low , to ward off even the threat of deflation . Fed policy-makers last week signaled they are prepared to cut that rate to ward off even the threat of deflation . +1 863191 863225 " It appears that many employers accused of workplace discrimination will be considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent , " he said . " Employers accused of workplace discrimination now are considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent . +1 3068989 3068932 The formula for its baby food is prepared by the German-owned Humana Milchunion . The formula is produced for Remedia by German company Humana Milchunion . +1 2202632 2202780 Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by a quarter or more , U.S. researchers reported on Thursday . Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by 25 percent or more , US researchers reported yesterday . +1 3046212 3046273 The findings are published in the November 6 edition of the journal Nature . Both studies are published on Thursday in Nature , the British weekly science journal . +0 1559085 1559178 The man wasn 't on the ice , but trapped in the rapids , swaying in an eddy about 250 feet from the shore . The man was trapped about 250 feet from the shore , right at the edge of the falls . +0 1805630 1805435 Texas Instruments climbed $ 1.37 to $ 19.25 yesterday and Novellus Systems Inc. advanced $ 1.76 to $ 36.31 . Texas Instruments climbed $ US1.37 to $ US19.25 and Novellus Systems advanced $ US1.76 to $ US36.31 , each having been raised to " overweight " by Lehman . +1 246694 246679 Net profit was $ 275m , or 23 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the period ending March 31 . News Corp. posted net profit of $ 275 million , or 21 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31 . +1 1485635 1485610 Agrawal said her research does not suggests that PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . +1 1342925 1343185 " The economy , nonetheless , has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . +0 2692086 2691868 Yee is a Chinese-American who converted to Islam after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . +1 283697 283287 Meanwhile , students and others at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , acted out a second , simultaneous attack on campus . Meanwhile , volunteers at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , simulated a second , simultaneous attack . +1 2521741 2521730 The suspect has been charged with juvenile delinquency , based on intentionally causing damage to computers . A news release from the office said the arrest was for an act of juvenile delinquency based on intentionally causing damage to protected computers . +1 69795 69776 Cisco executives said they were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but hoped for a rebound . Cisco executives were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but said they remained ``cautiously optimistic ' ' about a rebound . +1 2706235 2706274 Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and clambered down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . +0 267366 267390 Linda Saunders pleaded guilty in federal court to six charges , including extortion , money laundering and conspiracy . Former Phipps aides Linda Saunders and Bobby McLamb have both pleaded guilty to federal charges including extortion . +1 1605338 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain food products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . +1 3042078 3042062 MEN who drink tea , particularly green tea , can greatly reduce their risk of prostate cancer , a landmark WA study has found . DRINKING green tea can dramatically reduce the risk of men contracting prostate cancer , a study by Australian researchers has discovered . +1 2179041 2179199 Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of next month , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . +0 1120715 1120672 Anything less is unacceptable , " said Gordon , the ranking Democrat on the House Space and Aeronautics subcommittee . Gordon is the senior Democrat on the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics . +1 516813 516884 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Sandra Day O 'Connor agreed with Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . +0 633901 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 , ending at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . +1 2152533 2152746 " I still don 't think it is a trade secret , " Bunner said yesterday . " We don 't think that there is a trade secret here . " +0 2560904 2560923 Optima first registered www.optimatech.com with Network Solutions at the end of 1990 . Network Solutions returned the domain name back to Optima in 2001 . +1 2011657 2011797 Bashir felt he was being tried by opinion not on the facts , Mahendradatta told Reuters . Bashir also felt he was being tried by opinion rather than facts of law , he added . +1 556825 556733 According to Saunders , the gunman said he was frustrated by the U.S. Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . Sheriff 's Department spokesman Chris Saunders said the man told them he was frustrated by the Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . +0 2798926 2798877 Spokesmen for the FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on El Shukrijumah 's stay in Canada . The FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on the Washington Times report . +1 2493883 2493851 In the interview , Mr. Reed said board members could not defend themselves by saying they did not realize the size of Mr. Grasso 's package . Reed said board members can 't defend themselves by saying they didn 't realize the size of Grasso 's package . +0 2763716 2763600 Florida 's Supreme Court has twice refused to hear the case . On Tuesday , a Florida appeals court again refused to block removal of the tube . +1 1516698 1516745 It estimated on Thursday it has a 51 percent market share in Europe . Boston Scientific said it has gained 51 percent of the coated-stent market in Europe . +1 2249306 2249238 A conviction could bring a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted , he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . +0 572627 572552 He was tracked to Atlanta where he was arrested on Tuesday night . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . +0 427417 427398 Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases , agreed . " We have been somewhat lucky , " said Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases . +1 660856 660825 Pepper spray and four arrests marked a Monday evening march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . +0 1884056 1884017 Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports of dead blue jays and crows , Jayroe said . Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports , he said . +1 2362684 2362743 A powerful typhoon hit southern areas of South Korea , killing at least 42 people and forcing thousands to flee , authorities said yesterday . A typhoon packing record strength winds slammed into South Korea killing at least 48 people and forcing about 25,000 to flee from their homes , authorities said on Saturday . +0 3233010 3232953 The mother also alleged in the lawsuit that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards . The mother also contended that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards during the 1998 confrontation . +1 243948 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength - and getting seven Tony nominations - was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , Long Day 's Journey Into Night . Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " +1 758196 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performed the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +1 303962 304113 The German envoy , Gunter Pleuger , told reporters today , " The important issues are how the political process is being organized . " " The important issues are how the political process is being organized , " Pleuger told reporters . +0 2691686 2691676 The bank 's shares fell 45 cents in trading yesterday to $ 91.51 per share . Shares of M & T , which is based in Buffalo , fell 41 cents , to $ 91.51 . +1 1924385 1924800 Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . Earlier , Captain Robert Ramsey of the First Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the buildings at around 11am . +1 638873 638787 Los Angeles- The deep-sea adventure " Finding Nemo " hooked the top spot at the box office yesterday with an estimated $ 70.6-million opening weekend . The deep-sea adventure netted the top spot at the box office Sunday with an estimated $ 70.6 million US opening weekend . +1 1338202 1338220 Excluding litigation charges , RIM 's loss narrowed even further to 1 cent a share . Excluding patent litigation , RIM 's loss for the quarter was $ 700,000 , or 1 cent per share . +1 782729 782569 Larger publishers such as Viacom Inc . ' s VIAb.N Simon & Schuster and Bertelsmann AG 's BERT.UL Random House decided against pursuing the books group , the sources said . Larger publishers such as Simon & Schuster and Random House decided not to pursue the books group , sources familiar with the situation said . +1 1655566 1655531 " We think this planet formed with its star , 12.713 billion years ago when the ( Milky Way ) galaxy was very young , just in the process of forming . " We think this planet formed with its star 12.713 billion years ago , when the [ Milky Way ] galaxy was . . . just in the process of forming . +0 1117439 1117424 The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were impounded a year ago at a LaGrou Cold Storage warehouse in Chicago . The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were being stored by more than 100 wholesalers in Chicago . +0 1580610 1580733 I think we made the right case and did the right thing . " Mr Blair went on : " I think we did the right thing in relation to Iraq . +1 75618 75659 Born in 1953 in Baghdad , her father was Salih Magdi Ammash , a former Vice-President , Defence Minister and member of the Baath party leadership . Born in 1953 in Baghdad , she is the daughter of Saleh Mahdi Ammash , a former vice-president , defence minister and member of the Baath party 's leadership . +1 2367272 2367026 It was better under Saddam , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would like to convey to Powell . " It was better under Saddam ... The war did nothing for us , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would give to Powell . +0 42183 42210 Shares of Littleton , Colorado-based EchoStar rose $ 1.63 , or 5.3 percent , to $ 32.26 at 10 : 55 a.m. On Monday , EchoStar ( DISH : news , chart , profile ) shares shrank $ 1.40 , or 4.4 percent , to $ 30.63 . +1 784495 784141 He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " But he also told the House Judiciary Committee the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " +1 1500312 1500289 Among the Group of Seven nations , the leading indicator rose to 119.1 from 118.2 in April . The Group of Seven nations , meanwhile , also saw some improvement , with the leading indicator rising to 119.1 , from April 's 118.2 . +1 1890014 1889885 Mr Kerkorian said : " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents and attractive investment . " " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents an attractive investment , " Kerkorian said in a statement . +1 1318419 1318680 Sen. Richard Shelby , R-Ala . , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation . Sen. Richard Shelby , a Republican from Alabama , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation , said committee spokesman Andrew Gray . +1 2257896 2257711 " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue , " the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement . China 's foreign ministry said : " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue . " +1 1907420 1907308 In an E-mail statement to the Knoxville News Sentinel , Shumaker said , ' ' I am not giving any consideration to resignation . I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . +1 748620 748510 New building hasn 't put any drag on the skyrocketing median home price , up 14.8 percent to $ 364,000 in April from a year ago . New construction has not put a drag on the skyrocketing median home price , which is $ 364,000 in April , up 14.8 percent from a year ago . +1 1268446 1268498 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the euro 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . +1 2405094 2405072 INTEL TODAY disclosed details of its next-generation XScale processor for mobile phones and handheld devices here in San Jose . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . +1 2716543 2716503 News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corp. to publishing house HarperCollins Publishers Ltd . , owns 35 per cent of BSkyB . News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century Fox to publishing house HarperCollins , owns 35 percent of BSkyB . +1 3056744 3056769 KEDO Spokesman , Roland Tricot said : " The executive board decided to refer this question to capitals . " The executive board decided to refer this to the capitals , " the Korean Energy Development Organization said . +1 2404779 2404819 " It seems to me you 're trying to protect privacy of theft , " she said to Barr . " It seems to me they are attempting to protect privacy of theft . " +0 1785254 1785242 West Nile Virus -- which is spread through infected mosquitoes -- is potentially fatal . West Nile is a bird virus that is spread to people by mosquitoes . +1 2228916 2228956 As of Friday , the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 1,602 human cases of West Nile so far this year , including 28 deaths . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have been 1,602 human cases of West Nile virus nationwide this year and 28 deaths . +0 529554 529492 The company said that based on first-quarter results it expects to earn 90 cents per share for the quarter . The company , based in Winston-Salem , reported first-quarter profit of $ 13.1 million , or 22 cents per share . +0 953777 953743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 7.60 points , or 0.46 percent , at 1,653.62 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > shed 2.38 points , or 0.24 percent , at 995.10 . +1 401945 402086 After that , college President Paul Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . After Hedges ' microphone was unplugged for a second time , Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . +1 62786 62543 The statement said Mr Turner transferred 10 million shares of the stock to a charitable trust , which then sold them . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . +1 1457976 1457907 His lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said later that Cuomo " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . +0 1287681 1287716 He allowed two runs in seven innings and struck out six . Zambrano pitched seven innings and allowed two runs on five hits and four walks . +1 1856960 1856922 " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " they announced at a press conference yesterday . " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " Wyden and Dorgan said Monday in a letter to the Pentagon . +1 2877244 2877197 A coalition of states petitioned a federal appeals court Thursday in an effort to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . New Jersey was one of eleven states that asked a federal appeals court Thursday to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . +0 1729704 1729744 The results beat the 54 cents loss per share consensus estimate of 23 analysts polled by Thomson First Call . Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . +1 2202636 2202785 People with two copies of the mutated gene have double this risk , the researchers said . The risk is doubled for people with two copies of the mutated gene , the researchers said . +0 2902077 2902028 Russian stocks fell after the arrest last Saturday of Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of Yukos Oil , on charges of fraud and tax evasion . The weekend arrest of Russia 's richest man , Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of oil major YUKOS , on charges of fraud and tax evasion unnerved financial markets . +1 1104700 1104715 " I 'm amazed at the number of people who think there is a silver bullet for security , " Capellas said . " I 'm amazed at how many people think there is a silver bullet for security , " he said . +1 2002876 2003052 State air regulators and two automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . +1 1433591 1433431 " We 've become like total strangers , " Klein quotes him as saying . " We 've become like total strangers , " John told a pal two days before his death . +1 2946635 2946618 " This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " said O 'Neill , who is based in California . This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " O 'Neill said . +0 759485 759469 Critics say the law violates civil liberties , something House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to . House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to civil liberties complaints . +1 3270328 3270370 Forecasters said warnings might go up for Cuba later Thursday . Watches or warnings could be issued for eastern Cuba later on Thursday . +0 3415995 3416057 Staff Sgt. Georg-Andreas Pogany , however , is waiting for that decision in writing . But Staff Sgt. Georg-Andreas Pogany 's military career remains in limbo . +1 2889933 2889907 Negotiators said Friday they made good progress during their latest round of talks on creating a Central American Free Trade Agreement . Negotiators said Friday they made progress during their latest round of free-trade negotiations between the United States and five Central American countries this week in Houston . +1 1921451 1921407 But at age 15 , she had reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . +0 3004566 3004536 Ending the picketing at Ralphs frees up about 18,000 union members . About 70,000 union members are on strike , including about 18,000 Ralphs employees . +1 1922104 1922156 The author is one of several defense experts expected to testify . Spitz is expected to testify later for the defense . +1 2155055 2154890 The program only spreads further when a computer user clicks on the attached program that then secretly mails itself to e-mail addresses on the user 's computer . The program spreads further only when a computer user selects the attached program that then secretly mails itself to e-mail addresses stored in the user 's computer . +1 2475829 2475764 The jawbone is similar to those of other early modern humans found in Africa , the Middle East and later in Europe . Most of their features were similar to those of early humans whose fossils have been found at sites in Africa , the Middle East , and later in Europe . +0 2874753 2874730 " Unlike many early-stage Internet firms , Google is believed to be profitable . The privately held Google is believed to be profitable . +0 1072119 1072566 The bishop told police he thought he had hit a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . Bishop O 'Brien , aged 67 , had told police he thought he had hit a dog or cat . +0 2455734 2455654 Joe Kernan , who had been lieutenant governor for the past seven years , was sworn in as governor after O 'Bannon died Saturday . Kernan , who was O 'Bannon 's lieutenant governor , friend and political partner , was sworn in six hours after O 'Bannon died Saturday . +0 2068468 2068798 The fines are part of failed Republican efforts to force or entice the Democrats to return . Perry said he backs the Senate 's efforts , including the fines , to force the Democrats to return . +0 549254 549373 For the year , it expects sales of $ 94 million and a profit of 26 cents a share from continuing operations . This is an increase from the $ 22.5 million and 5 cents a share previously forecast . +1 2421566 2421460 Researchers found the fossils in a semidesert area of Venezuela , about 250 miles west of Caracas . Phoberomys ' skeleton was unearthed 250 miles west of Caracas , Venezuela . +1 938119 938256 " Just as before , it will be up to the council to decide the direction and the timing of the process . " Just as before , it will be up to the Council to decide the direction and process . +0 1977693 1977631 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . +1 1748344 1748330 Ms. Cripps-Prawak left last Friday , two days after the department introduced a plan to distribute medical marijuana through doctors ' offices . The director of the Office of Medical Access , Cindy Cripps-Prawak , left her job after the department introduced a plan to distribute marijuana through doctors ' offices . +1 1474151 1474190 An injured woman co-worker also was hospitalized and was listed in good condition . A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . +1 113468 113404 Woodley , 44 , died of liver and kidney failure Sunday at a hospital in his native Shreveport , La . , said his niece , Lucy Woodley . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . +1 655501 655394 Grinspun ’ s concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms , according to the newspaper . Ms Grinspun 's concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms . +0 1917198 1917233 MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . Nvidia will take advantage of MediaQ customers , which include such players as Siemens AG , Sharp , Philips , Dell , Mitsubishi and Sony Corp. +1 2067814 2067786 Each hull will cost about $ 1.4 billion , with each fully outfitted submarine costing about $ 2.2 billion , Young said . Each hull produced by the yards will cost about $ 1.4 billion , and the completed submarines will cost about $ 2.2 billion each , Young said . +0 1047951 1048483 " It is safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . +0 1443670 1443641 The report forecasts there will be 71,079 hot spots worldwide this year , up from just 14,752 in 2002 and 1,214 in 2001 . The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . +0 1297328 1297355 But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open to further bids and hoped to see bidders interested in individual assets team up . But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open for further bids in the next day or two . +1 1277464 1277496 Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . And tuition at two-year community colleges jumps $ 300 , or 12 percent , to $ 2,800 . +1 1288358 1288601 The club 's board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , decided against renewing the 52-year-old 's contract . A meeting of the clubs board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , had decided against renewing the 52-year-olds contract as Real Madrid coach . +0 1886 2142 Joining Boston on Monday were the Massachusetts communities of Watertown , Saugus and Framingham . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . +0 3257025 3257119 Others keep records sealed for as little as five years or as much as 30 . Some states make them available immediately ; others keep them sealed for as much as 30 years . +1 1283865 1284077 In addition , Panther includes FileVault , a new feature that secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . +1 100420 100323 President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as the top U.S. official overseeing the reconstruction of Iraq . U.S. President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul ( Jerry ) Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as presidential envoy to Iraq . +0 299978 299801 Xcel shares were up 20 cents , to close at $ 14.10 Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Following the news , shares of the power company climbed 20 cents to close at $ 14.10 . +0 547116 547045 Young has 28 days to file a response and ask the NASD for a hearing . Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . +1 784087 784153 " Some of us find the collateral damage greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war , " said Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . Added Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . : " Some of us find that the collateral damage is greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war . " +0 1152817 1152736 " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , and we remain hopeful we can do so , " chief executive Marce Fuller said . " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , " Mirant CEO Marce Fuller said in a prepared statement early Friday . +0 518923 518852 However , in the New Jersey case , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit upheld the government by a 2-1 vote . Though a federal judge in New Jersey agreed , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit disagreed . +1 134211 134172 In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate while at the other end of the scale , only eight percent of women in Niger are literate . In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate , compared with only 8 percent of women in Niger . +1 1274113 1274208 The officials did not say whether U.S. forces crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian border guards became involved . U.S. officials did not say whether American forces , who were acting on intelligence , crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian guards were involved . +1 3207359 3207332 Urban hospitals have traditionally been reimbursed at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . The federal government has traditionally reimbursed urban hospitals at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . +0 2172962 2173003 The deal means the original agreement , signed in August 2001 by the two companies , is now extended through 2006 . The original agreement , signed in August 2001 and now extended through 2006 , has enabled both companies to successfully deliver high-availability and high-performance end-to-end data center solutions . +0 367259 367282 The security official 's backup couldn 't fill in because he was on active military duty , Strutt said . The security official 's backup was on active duty , and the lottery association didn 't have a replacement in New Jersey , Strutt said . +1 3010054 3010313 " To have people say we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Thomas quoted Jackson as saying . " To have people say that we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Raymond Jackson said through the pastor . +0 27662 27632 Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . Apple Computer Inc. said Monday it exceeded record industry expectations by selling more than 1 million songs since the launch of its online music store a week ago . +1 2625130 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qa 'ida for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " +1 921297 921226 It predicted that a 7.0 percent rise to $ 204.9 billion in 2006 would push the industry 's yearly sales slightly past its highest-ever level in in 2000 . It also predicted that a 7.0 per cent rise to $ 204.9bn in 2006 , topping the industry 's yearly sales record set in 2000 . +1 258305 258189 We cannot allow anything like that , and we won 't . " " We cannot , and will not , allow anything of the kind . " +0 3335828 3335771 Other countries and private creditors are owed at least $ 80 billion in addition . Other countries are owed at least $ US80 billion ( $ 108.52 billion ) . +1 84730 84604 The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision is a victory for Secretary of State Colin L. Powell . The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision was seen by some insiders as a victory for Powell and the State Department . +1 941673 941978 His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . His hatred had germinated and cemented his belief that violence was the best panacea . +1 356813 356946 He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of the men involved in the attack . He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of three men who led the attacks . +0 1479864 1479878 Unit volumes also set a record as notebooks accounted for more than 40 percent of sales . In May 2002 , LCDs accounted for only 22 percent of monitor sales . +1 684556 684842 If found guilty , Samudra could be sentenced to death under anti-terror laws passed soon after the bombings . If found guilty , he could be executed under anti-terror laws passed in the weeks after the bombings . +1 1733146 1733209 Counties with population declines will be Vermillion , Posey and Madison . Vermillion , Posey and Madison County populations will decline . +1 2984179 2984223 He 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him one bit . " " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . +1 2019201 2019242 Agents found more than 1,000 credit cards and credit card duplicating machines during a search of Ragin 's address . When Ragin 's address was raided , authorities found more than 1,000 credit cards and duplicating machines . +1 2733800 2733811 Michael Bloomberg , NYC Mayor : " I 'm gonna try march with a number of different groups . " I 'm going to try to march with a number of different groups , " Bloomberg said . +1 1101775 1101764 Gemstar 's shares gathered up 2.6 percent , adding 14 cents to $ 5.49 at the close . Gemstar shares moved higher on the news , closing up 2.6 percent at $ 5.49 on Nasdaq . +1 229245 228845 NBC also is introducing three new dramas , including one starring West Wing fugitive Rob Lowe as a Washington lawyer . Three new dramas , including one starring The West Wing refugee Rob Lowe , will also be on the schedule , NBC announced yesterday . +1 2995466 2995518 A poll showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor had given a boost to his reelection effort against GOP opponent Sam Katz . A poll released this week showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor has given a boost to his re-election effort . +1 2228735 2228855 The survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of commuters use their own car or truck . The Transportation Department survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of people who commute use their own cars or trucks . +1 1260001 1259905 Brian Lara , the West Indies captain , was unbeaten on 93 at the rain interval while Marlon Samuels was five not out . Lara was unbeaten on 93 when the torrential rain stopped play with Marlon Samuels on five . +1 1756545 1756619 Mr. Bremer said Iran continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction , including Tehran s intelligence service . Mr. Bremer said that Iran , including its intelligence service , continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction . +0 2390771 2390861 And of those , 149 , or 55 % , " claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases . " And of those , 55 percent , or 149 , claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases -- despite the regulations prohibiting that kind of statement . +1 671146 670997 " PNC regrets its involvement " in the deals , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer James Rohr said in a statement . James Rohr , chairman and chief executive officer , said PNC regretted the incident . +1 3207968 3208048 " If we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism , " he said . This is a hospital that treats everybody as people , and if we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism . " +1 2237209 2237181 She says the King County medical examiner 's office has confirmed the remains are human . At 2 : 25 p.m. , the King County medical examiner confirmed the remains were human , Larson said . +0 3372342 3372291 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , 2003 , advanced services lines for ADSL increased by 37 percent and cable modem connections increased by 75 percent . For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . +1 1569217 1569131 Hospitals and the Red Cross appealed to blood donors yesterday . The Connecticut Hospital Association joined the Red Cross Monday in calling for more blood donors . +1 3159669 3159725 Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body that promotes blood-vessel growth . Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body called vascular endothelial growth factor that promotes blood vessel growth . +1 2467171 2467246 She recently got the endorsement of the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . Moseley Braun has scored endorsements from the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . +1 3121942 3121918 I think he has to disembrace Putin and put him on notice that he is taking the country in the wrong direction , " Soros said . " President Bush has to put Putin on notice that he is taking Russia in the wrong direction , " Soros said . +1 1803903 1803956 Sen. John Rockefeller , D-W.Va. , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . Senator John D. Rockefeller IV , Democrat of West Virginia , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . +1 271886 271879 The GameCube , which badly underperformed expectations in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft Corp. ' s MSFT.O Xbox . The GameCube , a major disappointment in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft ' Xbox . +1 801575 801692 Before Thursday 's matinee , Baker called a clubhouse meeting , concerned that the controversy had distracted the Cubs . Baker called a pregame meeting , believing the the corked-bat episode had distracted the team . +1 2964174 2964202 State police said as many as 30 workers were trapped immediately after the garage collapsed . As many as 30 people were believed to be trapped inside initially , the state police said . +1 1822303 1822336 The Bush administration should make public the fact about Saudi Arabia 's complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , lawmakers said Sunday . The Bush administration should make public facts about purported Saudi Arabian complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , several legislators said yesterday . +1 2029881 2029811 The agent reported his contacts to Texas Department of Public Safety and told officers another legislator , Rep. Gabi Canales , D-Alice , they sought also was in Ardmore . The agent reported his contacts to Texas law enforcement officials and told them another legislator being sought was in Ardmore . +1 2264152 2264194 " These changes may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " the statement continued . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . +1 3261182 3261122 Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , played up the danger and stressed the very grave threat that Britons were under and urged vigilance . Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , repeated his warning that Britons were under threat and urged vigilance . +1 818465 818357 OPEC producers at a meeting on Wednesday are set to pressure independent oil exporters to contribute to the cartel 's next supply cut to allow for the return of Iraqi oil . OPEC this week is set to pressure independent exporters to back the cartel 's next supply cut to prevent the resumption of Iraqi exports undercutting oil prices . +1 378293 378333 The Democratic governor said the budget passed by the legislature May 9 would reduce or eliminate services to 5,800 developmentally disabled people . The governor said budget cuts in mental health care would cut services to 5,800 developmentally disabled Missourians . +1 629307 628981 " The lies and deceptions from Saddam have been well documented over 12 years . " It has been well documented over 12 years of lies and deception from Saddam . " +1 3082461 3082374 Microsoft Corp. this week is releasing the second in a line of seven Microsoft Office Solution Accelerators for its suite . Microsoft Monday released the second in a planned series of Solution Accelerators for its Office product lineup . +1 387804 388215 Analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech on Monday to a " sell " before the company released its statement on the colon-cancer research . Indeed , analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech yesterday to a " sell " before the company released its colon cancer news . +1 1269483 1269432 The four suspects are scheduled to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , said Philip Murgor , Kenya 's deputy public prosecutor . All four are expected to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , he said . +1 3326097 3326180 The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday ruled that an Ohio law banning a controversial late-term abortion method passes constitutional muster and the state can enforce it . An Ohio law that bans a controversial late-term abortion procedure is constitutionally acceptable and the state can enforce it , a federal appeals court ruled yesterday . +1 68094 68260 The case comes out of Illinois and involves a for-profit company called Telemarketing Associates Inc . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . +1 3434277 3434340 Christensen most recently served as VP of Microsoft 's mobile devices division . He most recently served as corporate vice president of Microsoft 's Mobile Devices Marketing Group . +1 2594744 2594823 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 22.25 points , or 2.23 percent , to 1,018.22 , based on the latest available figures . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . +1 3386410 3386438 The camp hosts summer religious retreats for children and other events year-round , according to its Web site . The Saint Sophia Camp hosts religious retreats for children during the summer months as well as other events year round , according to its Web site . +1 1904049 1904263 In Uganda , the Rev Jackson Turyagyenda , an Anglican spokesman , said his church was " very disappointed " . In Uganda , Anglican spokesman Jackson Turyagyenda said the church was " very disappointed " . +1 1697702 1697836 His family and friends said he had travelled to the region for a cultural visit . Family and friends of the west Belfast man insist he was in the West Bank on a " cultural visit " . +1 2878348 2878422 All of a sudden , its like a bullet went through them its like a state of shock . " All of a sudden , it 's like a bullet went through them - it 's like a state of shock . +1 1353348 1353192 On Monday during an annual biotechnology meeting in Washington , President Bush criticized Europe for aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . President Bush on Monday accused Europe of aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . +1 2689642 2689869 The union had not yet revealed which chain would be targeted . The union said it would reveal later which chain would be targeted . +0 1096757 1096224 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 11.98 points , or 0.72 percent , to 1,680.42 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . +1 1138564 1138655 Casteen has been under pressure from Gov. Mark R. Warner and other state officials to do whatever he could to protect Virginia Tech 's athletic viability . Virginia Gov. Mark R. Warner has been urging other state officials to do whatever they could to protect Virginia Tech 's interests . +0 780192 780120 Intel Corp. narrowed its second-quarter revenue forecast Thursday , saying sales of microprocessors were at the high end of normal while demand for communications chips remained soft . Intel Corp. , the world 's biggest semiconductor maker , narrowed its second-quarter sales forecast as demand for microprocessors is reaching the high end of the company 's expectations . +1 2250098 2250136 He met members of the nation 's biggest business lobby and was quoted as saying he wanted China to adopt flexible trade and foreign exchange policies . Japan 's business lobby quoted Snow as saying he wanted China to be flexible on its trade and foreign exchange policies . +1 2170844 2170942 The subject was scarcely mentioned in his campaign , or in the national security strategy that is his administration 's bible . The subject was scarcely mentioned in his 2000 campaign , or in his administration 's national security strategy . +0 2757181 2757320 " It is about a third of what I owe in the world , " he told reporters . It ain 't coming to me , but it 's only about a third of what I owe in the world . +0 512419 512189 The House barely had the necessary 100 members present for a quorum . A hundred House members are needed for a quorum . +1 3385872 3385842 The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for 10,410 pounds of beef slaughtered Dec. 9 at Vern 's Moses Lake Meat Co. in Moses Lake , Wash . The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for beef slaughtered along with the infected cow Dec. 9 at a meat company in Moses Lake , Wash . +1 2562801 2562827 " The SEC believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the commission said in the suit . " The commission 's staff believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the SEC said . +0 3037512 3037559 Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . +1 385625 385708 Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests where portions of projects meant to reduce the fire threat were tied up in appeals . Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests in areas where thinning projects had meant to reduce the fire threat , but were tied up in appeals , Bush said . +1 1830919 1830841 " Each institution helped Enron mislead its investors by characterizing what were essentially loan proceeds as cash from operating activities , " the SEC said in a statement . The SEC said each bank helped Enron mislead investors by characterizing " what were essentially loan proceeds " as cash from operating activities . +1 867760 867720 When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , Perez said the officers dragged him across the ground . When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , the officers dragged his paralyzed body across the ground , Perez said . +1 3214302 3214273 The MTA will not discuss the matter because of pending litigation . MTA spokeswoman Marisa Baldeo Sunday night declined to discuss the matter because of the pending litigation . +0 2961878 2961787 " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud , " prosecutor Samuel Buell told the Associated Press . " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud to manipulate the company 's earnings results , " Buell said . +1 3048783 3048746 It features clasped hands and a peace pipe overlapping a hatchet . Above the clasped hands is a tomahawk crossed by a peace pipe , signifying peace . +1 2565307 2565144 The industry 's largest association is urging its members not call the more than 50 million home and cellular numbers on the list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . +1 1720114 1720165 This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in children aged three and four . This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in 3- and 4-year-olds . +0 2419549 2419617 Dusty had battled kidney cancer for more than a year . Dusty had surgery for cancer in 2001 and had a kidney removed . +0 1018728 1018788 Shares of SCO closed at $ 10.93 , down 28 cents , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1836337 1836371 He presented the map at last week 's Sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . Feldman presented the most recent findings and the new map Friday at the sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . +0 2112937 2113133 " This is an easy case in my view and wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Judge Denny Chin scoffed . +0 1079378 1079355 Graham is expected to be nominated and elected to a second one-year term today and will deliver the presidential address . Later Tuesday , Graham was expected to be re-elected for a second one-year term . +0 1513800 1513827 The injured passenger at John Peter Smith Hospital died later Friday morning , Jones said . The injured passenger at John Peter Smith died later in the morning ; his name has not been released , Jones said . +1 3225824 3225676 Enter Miami Police Chief John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " who repeatedly classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorize and vandalize our city . " Enter the Miami police chief , John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " , who classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorise and vandalise our city " . +1 2254228 2254323 The weather service reported maximum sustained winds of nearly 105 miles an hour with stronger gusts . Maximum sustained winds were around 40 mph , with stronger gusts . +0 191501 191536 On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . +1 1467951 1467932 The updated products include Pylon Pro , Pylon Conduit , Pylon Anywhere , and Pylon Application Server . The new products on the desktop side include the latest versions of Pylon Conduit and Pylon Pro . +1 1476228 1476171 Malvo , 18 , will go on trial Nov. 10 for the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church , Va . Malvo , 18 , is charged in the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church . +0 2205262 2205241 No. 2 HP saw its Unix server sales dropped 3.6 percent to $ 1.36 billion . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . +1 550075 550083 Misfeldt agreed to pay $ US346,807 in allegedly ill-gotten gains and $ US111,595 in interest . Mr. Misfeldt agreed to surrender $ 346,807 in trading profits and $ 111,595 in interest . +0 612895 612938 Penn Traffic a week ago disclosed that it was considering filing for bankruptcy , among other options . That began on May 21 , after Penn Traffic announced it was considering bankruptcy . +1 673481 673708 The software giant announced at its company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas that two key products will enter customer testing . At the company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas , Microsoft executives will announce that two key products will enter customer testing this U.S. summer . +1 788914 789158 Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but Central Command sent hundreds who ran the war back home to Tampa , Florida . As Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but hundreds who ran the war have returned to the United States . +0 555526 555584 Quinn was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . +1 267 222 Tornadoes tore through Kansas , Missouri and other states in the Midwest , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . Tornadoes continue to tear across the U.S. Midwest after ripping through six states , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . +0 3355582 3355740 The magazine glorifies the soldiers but not necessarily the Bush administration , which put them in Iraq . The magazine glorifies soldiers but not the Bush administration for putting them in Iraq , calling troops the bright sharp instrument of a blunt policy . +1 939906 939937 The nation 's largest retailer has told its 100 top suppliers they have to start using electronic tags on all pallets of goods by Jan. 25 , 2005 . Wal-Mart has told its top 100 suppliers that they 'll need to have radio-frequency ID systems in place for tracking pallets of goods through the supply chain by Jan. 25 , 2005 . +0 689960 690081 Only New Jersey now bans holders of learners permits or intermediate licenses from using cell phones , pagers or other wireless devices while driving . In addition , the NTSB also recommended to NHTSA that state legislation be enacted to prohibit holders of learners permits and intermediate licenses from using mobile phones while driving . +0 124308 124218 State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the state Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , seemed perfectly happy to make it a political fight . State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , supports the Legislature 's budget plan . +0 2874558 2874449 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.7 per cent to 9,547.43 while the S & P 500 was 0.8 per cent weaker at 1,025.79 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > fell 44 points , or 0.46 percent , to 9,568 . +1 3285256 3285386 Its maker , MedImmune Inc . , based in Gaithersburg , made 4 million to 5 million doses this year . MedImmune Vaccines , the maker of FluMist , made between 4 million and 5 million doses this year . +0 246508 246576 Michael W. Stout , 56 , was named executive vice president and chief information officer . The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . +0 490035 490018 UBS Warburg added to pressure on tobacco stocks by downgrading Altria to neutral from buy based on valuation . UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . +1 872655 872435 JetBlue shares slipped nearly 5 percent Tuesday morning on the Nasdaq Stock Market in New York after the deal was announced . JetBlue shares fell $ 1.86 , or 5.4 percent , to $ 32.75 in late morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market after the deal was announced . +1 2505004 2504879 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade yesterday warned Australians to defer all nonessential travel to Indonesia because of reports of planned terrorist attacks . The Department of Foreign Affairs yesterday updated its travel warning on Indonesia , recommending all non-essential travel be deferred because of concerns that more terrorist attacks were planned . +1 279643 279573 " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now . " " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now , " he was quoted as saying . +1 2208492 2208543 The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . The University of Michigan plans to release a new undergraduate admissions policy Thursday after its acceptance requirements were rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court in June . +1 2252343 2252300 The only other person who had not been accounted for Sunday was a man from Fort Worth , Texas . Another person , a man from Fort Worth , Texas , also was missing . +0 1799420 1798978 And they ordered state troopers to prevent camera crews from filming Private Lynch outside her home . They ordered state troopers to close the roads leading to her home after her motorcade passed , to prevent camera crews from pursuing her . +0 896421 896361 Waksal , in a letter to the court , said : " I tore my family apart . In seeking leniency , Waksal apologized to the court , his employees and his family . +1 2410405 2410370 " There is nothing Rob Furst did in any way that was not abetted and approved by senior officials at Merrill Lynch . " " There is nothing that Rob Furst did that was not vetted and approved by senior individuals at Merrill . " +1 161728 161959 E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic ``paper ' ' for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications -- even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . +1 2112310 2112366 But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups tagged the state as deficient under the federal No Child Left Behind act . But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups , such as race , pushed the state onto the needs-improvement list under the federal No Child Left Behind Act . +1 498380 498314 Officials involved in the Howard project rejected the idea that it could harm black people . Officials involved in the Howard library rejected the idea of harming African-Americans . +0 921754 921808 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 12.64 points , or 1.28 percent , to 997.48 . The Standard & Poor 's Oil and Gas Exploration Index < .GSPOILP > was up 3.6 percent . +1 1418704 1418912 I felt like it was a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " Stanford said . " I thought it was going to be a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " she said . +0 1924472 1924385 Captain Robert Ramsey of the US 1st Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the building about 11am , and that one of the compound 's outer walls had collapsed . Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . +1 1125872 1125887 WORLD No. 2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused the Association of Tennis Professionals of malice , including an alleged attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . World No.2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused his professional peers of long-standing malice , including an attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . +1 1396925 1396739 Along with chipmaker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , IBM Corp. , Gateway Inc. and Nokia Corp. Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . +1 1171278 1171385 Express Scripts ESRX.O shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . +0 1559205 1559117 John Jacoby , the fire department 's battalion chief , arrived . Fire Chief John Jacoby arrived , joining Moriarty at the top of the embankment . +0 2562633 2562646 Benchmark Treasury 10-year notes gained 17 / 32 , yielding 4.015 percent . The benchmark 10-year note was recently down 17 / 32 , to yield 4.067 percent . +0 2453621 2453824 Nationwide , there have been 4,416 cases with 84 deaths , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 's Friday tally . This year there have been 4,416 confirmed cases of West Nile virus nationwide with 20 in Missouri , according to the Centers for Disease Control . +1 221459 221354 The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . Monday 's three-count indictment replaces a criminal complaint filed by prosecutors on April 23 . +1 2500731 2500631 Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal the ruling in state court and perhaps in U.S. District Court . Defense attorney William Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal Parrish 's ruling to a higher state court and perhaps U.S. District Court . +0 3092820 3093119 " There are a number of locations in our community , which are essentially vulnerable , " Mr Ruddock said . " There are a range of risks which are being seriously examined by competent authorities , " Mr Ruddock said . +1 835284 835420 At least 11 more cases in Indiana and three in Illinois are suspected . There ’ s also at least three suspected cases in Illinois and 11 in Indiana . +1 2652307 2652187 The high court will hear arguments Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . +1 1769142 1769127 Merck also on Monday affirmed plans to spin off Medco to shareholders in the third quarter . Merck plans to spin off all the shares of Medco to company shareholders in the third quarter . +0 3116919 3116804 Joining Stern and McEntee on stage was International Union of Painters and Allied Trades President James Williams . The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades endorsed Mr Dean several weeks ago . +1 3120430 3120204 At this writing , the fate of Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore hangs precariously in the hands of the states court of the judiciary . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . +0 612902 612936 Penn Traffic 's stock closed at 36 cents per share on Wednesday on Nasdaq , up two cents . Penn Traffic stock closed Wednesday at 36 cents , up 2 cents , or 6.2 percent , from Tuesday 's close . +1 3044479 3044664 They said they had concluded that the film failed " to present a balanced portrayal " of the Reagans . CBS said the show " does not present a balanced portrayal of the Reagans for CBS and its audience . +1 3085418 3085482 Its chief executive , Lawrence J. Lasser , resigned under pressure last Monday . On Monday , Putnam said chief executive Lawrence J. Lasser had resigned . +0 935356 935814 Rusch has also allowed five or more earned runs in each of his last three starts . Redman has allowed two earned runs or less in six of his nine starts . +0 191147 190926 Lacy 's last column , filed from the hospital , appeared in Friday 's editions . Lacy 's last column appeared in Friday 's edition of The Afro . +0 969268 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . +1 2293452 2293335 The weakness exists in the way that VBA looks at the properties of documents passed to it when the document is opened by a host application . The vulnerability exists in the way Microsoft 's Visual Basic for Applications checks document properties passed to it when a document is opened . +1 1469634 1469628 According to reports , Knight allegedly punched a parking attendant outside a Los Angeles nightclub . He was arrested last week for allegedly punching a parking attendant outside a nightclub in LA . +0 218865 218943 Parsons holds engineering degrees from the University of Mississippi and the University of Central Florida . He received a master 's in engineering management in 1991 from the University of Central Florida . +1 3264487 3264279 The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . The results are to be published in Wednesday 's issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association . +1 433401 433483 Others with such a status are Egypt , Israel , and Australia . Nations like Israel and Australia already have such status . +1 3215697 3215805 " But unfortunately we find that attacks on Iraqis have increased . " " But unfortunately we have found that attacks against Iraqis have increased , " he added . +0 862166 862139 The Bush administration said Monday it will propose a rule change allowing governors to seek exemptions from a policy blocking road-building in remote areas of national forests . The Bush administration wants to let governors seek exemptions from a ban on mining , drilling and logging in one-third of the national forests . +1 1334494 1334313 This Wednesday , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot day , June 25 , 1876 . Today , June 25 , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot June day in 1876 . +1 1605217 1605529 After 10 years of debate , the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . That 's about to change , now that the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . +1 129775 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 4.77 , or 0.5 percent , to 929.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . +0 683098 683086 The witness , a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant with criminal convictions for dishonesty , was paid 10,000 by the News of the World . The witness was a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant , who was paid by the News of the World , the court heard . +1 2841042 2841352 Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. Gerry Cashman appeared last evening at the home near Finch Ave. and Hwy . 404 . Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. Gerry Cashman appeared last night at the Finch Ave.-Hwy. 404 area home . +1 969653 969187 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . +1 2007775 2007675 " The day may come when courts properly can and should declare the ultimate sanction to be unconstitutional in all cases , " Wolf wrote . " The day may come , " Judge Wolf continued , " when a court properly can and should declare the ultimate sanction to be unconstitutional in all cases . +0 2760412 2760363 Excluding the charges , analysts , on average , expected a loss of 11 cents a share . Analysts polled by Thomson Financial First Call had been expected to see a loss of about 11 cents a share from continuing operations . +1 221084 221029 Montreal-based Bombardier 's Class B shares rose 6 Canadian cents to C $ 3.80 in Toronto on Friday . Bombardier 's class B shares were up 13 Canadian cents or 3.2 percent at C $ 3.93 on the Toronto Stock Exchange late Monday morning . +1 264040 263934 Snow made his comments to Reuters on Friday but they were embargoed until Tuesday . Snow 's interview was conducted on Friday but embargoed until Tuesday . +1 2672787 2672875 At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings in Gaithersburg , Md . , on Tuesday and Wednesday , with experts and activists lining up on each side . At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings next week , with experts and activists lining up on both sides . +1 283605 283688 The mock explosion , the first event in the drill , occurred in a car in industrial south Seattle . The mock explosion of a radioactive " dirty bomb , " the first event in the weeklong drill , occurred on several acres in the south Seattle industrial area . +0 58974 58799 He playfully chided the Senate 's " little bitty tax relief plan . " We don 't need a little bitty tax relief plan . +0 130088 130000 It closed Tuesday at its highest level since last June . On Tuesday , the S & P 500 rose to its highest since early December . +0 508365 508460 " The hard-core fans came out for Reloaded and then moved on , " says John Shaw of the box office tracking firm Movieline International . " The casting was a big key , " says John Shaw of box office firm Movieline International . +0 1219326 1219390 From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " Playwright George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? +1 1462783 1462738 Pollack said the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . +0 3256831 3256720 Prosecutors did an about-face in May and asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of Conner Peterson 's autopsy report favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . They asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of the autopsy report on Peterson 's unborn son that were favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . +1 2380347 2380299 In the latest top-level shuffle at CNN , Teya Ryan is leaving her post as general manager of U.S. programming , the network announced . In CNN 's latest move to rejuvenate ratings , the network has ousted Teya Ryan , general manager of U.S. programming . +1 1995575 1995509 " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told television reporters in Soweto . " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . +1 3225453 3225105 Judge Leroy Millette Jr. can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole when Muhammad is formally sentenced Feb. 12 , but Virginia judges rarely take such action . Though the judge can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole , experts say Virginia judges rarely take that opportunity . +0 1947223 1946989 With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old nuclear crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing is slated to visit South Korea from August 13 to 15 . With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing flies to Japan on Sunday en route to South Korea on August 13 . +0 1757283 1757308 So far , they have searched Pennsylvania , Ohio , Michigan , Illinois and Indiana , authorities in those state said . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . +0 1808889 1808862 Besides battling its sales slump , Siebel also has been sparring with some investors upset about huge stock option windfalls company managers have pocketed . Besides a sales slump , Siebel is sparring with some shareholders over management stock option windfalls . +1 1934804 1934970 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the team at New Mexico for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . " +0 261658 261770 Pascal Lamy , the EU ’ s Trade Commissioner , insisted : “ The EU ’ s regulatory system for GM goods authorisation is in line with WTO rules . " The EU regulatory system for GM authorisation is in line with WTO rules : it is clear , transparent and non-discriminatory . +1 1917209 1917198 Customers include Mitsubishi , Siemens , DBTel , Dell , HP , Palm , Philips , Sharp , and Sony . MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . +1 356719 356779 Mr Sahel said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-strong cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks on Saturday . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . +1 1097469 1097432 Boeing said the final agreement is expected to be signed during the next few weeks . The Korean Air deal is expected to be finalized " in the next several weeks , " Boeing spokesman Bob Saling said . +0 1383727 1383455 A cost analysis is under way , said Michael Rebell , CFE 's executive director . " We 're not looking for a Robin Hood remedy , " said Michael Rebell , the campaign 's executive director . +0 134822 134511 Bond bulls would like the Fed to recognize that risks are biased toward economic weakness . The Fed also said the risks to the economy were biased toward weakness . +0 1756866 1757157 In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit card theft . In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . +1 2410088 2410144 Five-year notes US5YT = RR rose 6 / 32 in price for a yield of 3.08 percent , down from 3.12 percent late on Tuesday . Five-year notes US5YT = RR added 2 / 32 to give a yield of 3.10 percent from 3.12 percent . +0 2226071 2226418 The women said those rape victims who did come forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgement , prompting most victims to remain silent . The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . +1 686191 686680 At least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday , police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement . Police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement that at least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday . +1 1506823 1506887 Lesser rewards of $ 15 million each were offered for the same information about his sons , Uday and Qusay . Similar rewards were offered for his two sons and lieutenants , Uday and Qusay . +1 610530 610589 " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient , " said Ari Fleischer , the White House press secretary . " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaeda are insufficient , " Fleischer said . +1 276517 276503 " They drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away , " he said on Sunday . " What they are doing right now is they drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away . +1 3365018 3364781 " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting , " said the foreman , Jim Wolfcale , a 41-year-old minister . Jim Wolfcale , the jury foreman and a minister , said , " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting . " +0 1693258 1693211 United hasn 't set a starting date for the unit , known within the Chicago-based company as Starfish . Starfish is United 's second attempt at a low-cost unit within the larger company . +1 3417159 3417350 Vial estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the pass through the Siskiyou Mountains was closed Sunday night . John Vial , district manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation , estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the Siskiyou Pass was closed Sunday night . +1 1312090 1312303 They said they only wanted to entertain people and win the best float prize and were fired for exercising their free-speech rights . They said they only wanted to be entertaining and win the a prize and were fired for exercising free-speech rights . +1 2548947 2548991 " This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " Nintendo R & D general manager Satoru Okada said in a statement . This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " said Satoru Okada , general manager of Nintendo 's research and engineering department . +1 885713 885612 " It is wasting both water and money , " Ortega said Tuesday . " It 's a waste of water and money , " said Adan Ortega , a Metropolitan vice president . +1 2501070 2501020 The United States says 1,882 Americans remain listed as missing in action and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War . America says 1,882 of its service personnel are listed as missing in action and unaccounted for . +1 596187 596162 Intel spokesman Dan Francisco said the chip maker is looking into the issue , but declined to elaborate . Intel spokesman Daniel Francisco said the company " is looking into the problem " identified by Nortel , but he declined to provide any details . +1 758885 758953 Feith said people have misconstrued the purpose of the small intelligence review team he assembled in October 2001 . Feith said critics have misrepresented the work of the special intelligence group he set up in October 2001 . +1 1037070 1037058 Also in the majority were Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day O 'Connor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day OConnor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen Breyer agreed with Souter . +1 3003058 3002971 Netanyahu and his advisers say the changes are necessary to permit Israel to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . +0 1200551 1200491 Treasuries were dragged lower on Friday as shorter-dated debt was roiled by conflicting reports on the likelihood of an aggressive easing in U.S. interest rates . Treasury prices slouched lower on Friday as conflicting messages on the prospects of an aggressive cut in U.S. interest rates left some investors nursing losses and a grudge . +0 699859 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 14.35 points , or 0.89 percent , at 1,617.91 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . +0 2388841 2388955 " What can I say to you ? " he told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . Mr. Powell told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . +1 2518638 2518552 But the Quartet is divided three-to-one , the United States against the rest , on the question of whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . But quartet members are divided 3-1 , the United States against the rest , on whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . +1 571573 572108 Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen told her she volunteered at Ground Zero after the attack . Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen claimed to have volunteered at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the attack . +1 1045708 1045746 The American women , who are defending champions , will play in Philadelphia on Sept . 25 and conclude group competition in Columbus on Sept . 28 . The U.S. women , who are defending champions , will play on Sept . 25 in Philadelphia and conclude group competition on Sept . 28 in Columbus , Ohio . +0 2548466 2548379 VeriSign introduced its Site Finder service on Sept . 15 . The battle around VeriSign " s three-week-old Site Finder service rages on . +1 356819 356952 When the bomb exploded at the Casa de España , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo . At the Casa de Espaa , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo when a bomb went off . +1 690579 690843 I 'm never going to forget this day . I am never going to forget this throughout my life . " +0 3285323 3285347 Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of a handful of companies that still make the flu vaccine . Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of the leading producers of the vaccine and one of a handful of companies that still make it . +1 893926 894135 The Labor Day race for Fontana has gained momentum since the series visited the Speedway for the Auto Club California 500 last April . The push to schedule a Labor Day race at California Speedway has gained momentum since the series visited the race track for the Auto Club California 500 in April . +1 2345492 2345576 To date , 152 communities and the legislatures of Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont have approved resolutions condemning the act . About 150 local governments , including those of Carrboro , Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont , have approved similar resolutions . +1 986604 986929 The warning was the most serious the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . It would be most serious warning since the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . +1 1055255 1054938 London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters : " We condemn this raid , which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable . " " We condemn this raid which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable , " London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters by telephone . +1 919802 919940 That comment undercut his remarks in an interview on Tuesday that the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . His comments diluted remarks reported in an interview on Tuesday saying the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . +0 1629440 1629411 The committee was appointed by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under orders from Congress . The public hearing is the second for the panel created by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under pressure from Congress . +1 13714 13893 In two weeks , he 'll probably send out Peace Rules in the Preakness . Frankel said Peace Rules will run in the Preakness Stakes on May 17 . +1 81231 81444 On Friday , the U.S. Department of Labour reported that the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . Those numbers showed the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . +1 1550449 1550546 At a press conference Thursday , the group claimed it had obtained 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , although the petitions have no legal effect . Opponents said they had 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , though those petitions would have no legal effect . +0 490013 490501 The American Stock Exchange biotech index .BTK surged 5 percent . The Philadelphia Stock Exchange 's semiconductor index .SOXX jumped 6.10 percent . +0 490006 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 164 points , or 1.91 percent , to 8,765.38 , brushing its highest levels since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . +0 3099585 3099597 The study also found that consumer goods advertisers continued to spend the most dollars online , representing 35 % of all Web advertising . In the second quarter , consumer advertisers continued to spend the most online , slightly increasing their share . +0 1588250 1588119 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index rose 3.42 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,007.84 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . +1 238217 238191 A fifth member of the " Lackawanna Six , " young Yemeni-American men accused of training at an al-Qaida terrorist camp , pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . A fifth member of an alleged terrorist sleeper cell in a Buffalo suburb pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . +0 2630841 2630710 Another big gainer was Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) , which shot 32 percent higher . Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . +0 2046155 2046135 " We are expending all available resources toward the investigation , " said Assistant U.S. Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counterterrorism prosecutor in Seattle . " We are aware of the situation , " said Assistant US Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counter-terrorism prosecutor in Seattle . +0 1390382 1390347 The impact of these shortages , U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday , " will touch virtually every American . " The U.S. administration cranked up concerns of impending natural gas shortages yesterday , a supply crunch that officials said " will touch virtually every American . " +1 332716 332382 The U.S. State Department travel warning said the threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya and includes Nairobi . " The threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya , including Nairobi , " it said . +1 240349 240386 Lawyers and others familiar with the federal investigation say it remains focused on Campbell , though prosecutors declined to discuss the probe . While federal prosecutors refuse to discuss the investigation , lawyers and others familiar with it say it remains focused on Campbell . +1 1462692 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its anti-discrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . +0 1536272 1536229 She was 26 then , and a friend tipped her to another position and told her whom to call . Westermayer was 26 then , and a friend and former manager who knew she was unhappy in her job tipped her to another position . +0 177077 176977 If successful , the " Muses-C " will be the first probe to make a two-way trip to an asteroid . If successful , it will be the first to bring back a rock sample from an asteroid , Kawaguchi said . +1 1042503 1042400 The first of those discussions is expected to get under way in the next three to five months . We hope to have the first of these discussions within the next three to five months . " +1 3098063 3098011 The support will come as a free software upgrade called WebVPN for current customers that have support contracts . The upgrade will be available as a free download for current customers with SmarNet support in January 2004 . +1 428383 428434 A bill that would have fully legalized marijuana for medical purposes in Connecticut was narrowly defeated in the House of Representatives on Wednesday . A move to legalize marijuana for medical use was defeated yesterday in the state House of Representatives , 79-64 . +1 2653985 2653948 Terri Schiavo , 39 , suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack 13 years ago . She suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack in 1990 . +0 1629891 1629387 I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brigadier General Taco Gilbert , the school 's former number two officer . I never blamed a victim , I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brig. Gen. Taco Gilbert , the school 's former No. 2 officer . +1 1157432 1157403 " If they want to replace 11i with PeopleSoft , now that would make sense . " To replace Oracle 11.9 with PeopleSoft--that would be a move that makes sense . " +0 1012647 1012032 Dixon was otherwise the class of the field at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . +1 1464799 1464834 Simon shares Tuesday closed up 42 cents , or about 1 percent , at $ 39.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . Simon Property 's shares rose 42 cents to $ 39.45 at the close of New York Stock Exchange trading Tuesday . +0 2333026 2333112 While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . The bomb exploded while authorities waited for a bomb squad to arrive . +1 1465159 1465425 Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2 1 / 2 servings . For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . +1 2762932 2763294 Sabri Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate yesterday on charges of violating U.S. arms-control laws . The elder Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate Wednesday on charges of violating U.S. arms control laws . +1 1686095 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . +1 1559232 1559136 Sliding down the ice , Moriarty and Carella hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . Sliding down the embankment , the two rescuers hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . +1 798702 798520 Waksal has pleaded guilty to securities fraud and is to be sentenced next week . Waksal pleaded guilty to insider trading charges last year , and he is scheduled to be sentenced June 10 . +1 495194 495219 But skeptics are concerned about the ease with which vendors can use these hardware-based security features to set digital rights management policies . But skeptics are concerned about the ease at which these hardware-based security features could be used to set digital rights management policies by vendors . +1 1144182 1144129 Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . In a news release Thursday , Strayhorn said this was the first time a comptroller rejected a budget . +1 615871 615961 The company added , " until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side . " " Until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side , " Lindows said in a statement . +1 1669281 1669232 U.S. Wireless restated its financial results when fraud was uncovered , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss to $ 17 million from $ 11 million . After the fraud was discovered , San Ramon-based U.S. Wireless restated its financial results , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss from $ 11.4 million to $ 17.7 million . +1 2250251 2250205 " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply , " said Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase . Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase , said " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply . " +0 1782592 1782249 The valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be collected and turned in to county election officials by Sept . 2 . To force a recall election of Davis , the valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be turned in to election officials . +0 3286327 3286227 But Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said : ' ' Mention the word prohibition and everyone knows what happened there . Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said it had greeted The Lancet 's call with " amusement and disbelief ' " . +1 1837885 1838251 Dotson was arrested July 21 after calling 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . Authorities picked up Dotson on July 21 after he called 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . +1 2833658 2833706 After his retirement , Foley served as assistant secretary of energy for defense programs under President Ronald Reagan . After retiring , he was appointed assistant secretary of energy for defense programs by then-President Ronald Reagan in 1985 . +1 2942579 2942542 Still , the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product , Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said . But Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " by regulators might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product . +1 1868647 1868598 According to Tuesday 's report , consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favourable than a month earlier . Consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favorable than last month . +1 1353352 1353193 Barbini said the union may reach a compromise with the United States but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry successfully fought here . Barbini said the EU may reach a compromise but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry has resisted . +1 3273136 3273222 " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said , asked to explain the flooding that keeps ravaging the southeast . " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said when asked to explain flooding that has ravaged this part of southeast France two years in succession . +0 1669253 1669208 Hilsenrath was also indicted on 33 counts of wire fraud , which each carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison , a $ 250,000 fine and restitution . Each of those counts carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine plus restitution . +0 2742787 2742873 Revenue rose 3.9 percent , to $ 1.63 billion from $ 1.57 billion . The McLean , Virginia-based company said newspaper revenue increased 5 percent to $ 1.46 billion . +1 3289371 3289359 In September , Hewlett-Packard signed a development and marketing deal with the company . Four months later it signed a joint marketing agreement with Hewlett-Packard Co . +1 2565078 2565463 Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . Under the law , telemarketers who call numbers on the list can be fined up to $ 11,000 for each violation . +1 1488446 1488424 AFTRA members approved the merger by a vote of 75.88 % to 24.12 % . AFTRA , on the other hand , approved the merger by a whopping 75 percent . +1 1716177 1716086 Two of them are on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . Begg and Abbasi feature on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . +1 1334303 1334069 The dead cavalry have been honored for more than a century with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . The dead cavalrymen are honored with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . +1 2338162 2337960 Under the new pricing scheme , Universal would lower its wholesale price on a CD to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . +1 2186854 2186909 They boy 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , 33 , said yesterday he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . Terrance 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Monday that he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . +1 368271 368005 The two companies said PowderJect 's strong U.S. position would complement Chiron 's European presence . PowderJect 's strong U.S. position will complement Chiron 's European presence , analysts said . +1 2141812 2141906 Higher courts have ruled that the tablets broke the constitutional separation of church and state . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . +0 747199 747455 The interest rate sensitive two year Schatz yield was down 5.8 basis points at 1.99 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . +1 2746767 2746373 It represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture . " " This case represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture , " Sekulow said . +0 1615615 1615714 The new sensor -- dubbed CANARY for ' ' cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields ' ' -- hijacks this natural process with two important changes . The team has named the sensor Canary , for cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields . +1 411079 411090 Started on Christmas Day in 1931 , the Met 's matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . Started on Christmas Day in 1931 with Humperdinck 's " Hansel and Gretel , " the Met matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . +1 1013865 1013870 Guidant said it will continue to ship the product and provide support to doctors and patients through October 2003 . Guidant officials said Monday that Menlo Park , Calif.-based Endovascular would continue to ship the device and provide support to patients until October . +0 2464935 2464876 The boy also sprayed the room full of retardant from fire extinguishers , which made it hard to see , the chief said . The boy fired once into a wall and sprayed the room with fire extinguishers , making it hard to see , the chief said . +1 649943 649933 Security experts are warning that a new mass-mailing worm is spreading widely across the Internet , sometimes posing as e-mail from the Microsoft founder . A new worm has been spreading rapidly across the Internet , sometimes pretending to be an e-mail from Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates , antivirus vendors said Monday . +0 496246 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment " . " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " +0 3428489 3428523 The U.S. Capitol was evacuated yesterday after authorities detected a possibly hazardous material in the basement of the Senate wing , Capitol Police said . U.S. Capitol Police evacuated the Capitol yesterday after a sensor detected a possible biohazard in the Senate wing , but authorities later said it was a false alarm . +1 2654547 2654508 Campaign officials said the moves may have been a source of some friction with Fowler . Aides to the general said Mr. Segal 's arrival could have been the source of friction with Mr. Fowler . +1 257477 257564 Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after an announcement Monday he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after the Devil Rays announced Monday night that he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . +1 3145536 3145276 He arrives later this week on the first state visit by a US President . Mr Bush arrives on Tuesday on the first state visit by an American President . +0 1454756 1454692 July 1st is the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to Chinese rule . The rally overshadowed ceremonies marking the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to China on 1 July 1997 . +0 3153528 3153666 The commission dropped charges that Patton improperly appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and that he improperly appointed Conner 's then-husband , Seth , to the Agriculture Development Board . Patton also appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and appointed Seth Conner to the Agriculture Development Board , the commission says . +1 2477153 2476767 The 2 1 / 2 -ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 3 : 49 p.m. Eastern time , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000-mph free-fall . The 2 1 / 2-ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 1 : 49 p.m. MDT , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000 mph free-fall . +1 1112041 1111843 Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that will consider the nomination , is a longtime friend . And Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that first will take up the nomination , is a longtime friend of Kempthorne 's . +1 811019 811055 If Senator Clinton does decide to run in 2008 , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . If Mrs Clinton does decide to contest the 2008 election , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . +1 629292 629319 People who have opposed these actions throughout are now trying to find fresh reasons to say this wasn 't the right thing to do . " " What is happening here is that people who have opposed this action throughout are trying to find fresh reasons why it was not the right thing to do . " +0 2439549 2439478 Intel sells the current top Pentium for US $ 637 in quantities of 1,000 . Intel 's current Pentium 4 chips have 512K bytes of cache . +1 3454292 3454318 Six Democrats are vying to succeed Jacques and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . Six Democrats and two Republicans are running for her seat and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . +0 1048282 1047920 The volatile mix could drag the session beyond the four days allotted by Bush , said Senate President Jim King . The Senate might support capping noneconomic damages beyond the $ 250,000 Gov. Jeb Bush proposes , said Senate President Jim King . +0 3389014 3388962 Reuters witnesses said many houses had been flattened and the city squares were packed with crying children and the homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . Reuters witnesses said public squares were packed with crying children and people left homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . +1 1685023 1684889 " Good cause has been clearly shown that such change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial , " Prince William County Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette Jr. wrote . Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette said it " has been clearly shown that such a change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial . " +0 710770 710508 John Hickenlooper had 65 percent of the vote to 35 percent for City Auditor Don Mares . Hickenlooper clobbered city Auditor Don Mares , 46 , in the Tuesday runoff . +1 1896884 1896872 EnCana also reaffirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . Looking ahead the company confirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . +0 1007185 1007100 New Line Cinema 's prequel comedy , " Dumb and Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd " opened with $ 11.1 million . The idiot-buddy prequel Dumb And Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd debuted at No. 6 , with $ 11.1 million . +1 2221840 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short or long lived , " he said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . +0 1787828 1787922 That compared with a year-earlier profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . +1 1381716 1381439 Chavez said investigators feel confident they 've got " at least one of the fires resolved in that regard . " Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez said investigators felt confident that with the arrests they had " at least one of the fires resolved . " +0 1840021 1839984 " We 've got quality players , " said Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon . There was some counterpunching out there , Manager Lloyd McClendon said . +1 1147505 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment , " Daschle wrote . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . +1 543533 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the vital rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . +1 2776610 2776662 Since it expanded its shipments to the United States , Hulett has captured a significant share of the U.S. market . Since Hulett dramatically expanded its shipments to the US in 2000 , it has captured a significant share of the US market . +0 163731 163980 China 's Health Ministry said five more people had died of Sars and a further 159 were infected . On Monday , China said nine more people had died from SARS and that 160 more were infected with the virus . +0 2090432 2090177 " The figures are becoming catastrophic , " said Dr. Patrick Pelloux , the president of the association of emergency room physicians . This is unacceptable , " said Patrick Pelloux , the president of France 's Association of Emergency Doctors . +1 1957071 1956989 This is a good day for Americas farmers , said Sen. Charles Grassley , an Iowa Republican , in reaction to the administration announcement . " This is a good day for America 's farmers , " said Sen. Charles Grassley , R-Iowa , in reaction to the administration announcement . +0 347461 347487 But the cancer society said its study had been misused . The American Cancer Society and several scientists said the study was flawed in several ways . +0 2637189 2637368 Russin did not comment ; his lawyer did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . His lawyer , a cousin , Basil Russin , did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . +1 1967667 1967588 " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later , " one senior officer said . One senior officer said : " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later . " +1 774657 774795 Tight media controls and the remote location of the northern village where the fighting broke out made it impossible to confirm what happened . Tight media controls and the remote location of the clash made it impossible to confirm what happened . +1 1117174 1117202 Several shots rang out in the darkness , but only one gator had been killed by 11 p.m. Several shots rang out Wednesday night , but no gators were killed then . +1 1725788 1725686 Sales of $ 21.6 billion , up 10 percent from $ 19.7 billion a year ago , were ahead of Wall Street 's estimate of $ 21.4 billion . Microsoft posted sales of $ 8.1 billion , up from $ 7.3 billion a year ago and ahead of analysts ' estimates of $ 7.9 billion . +1 2475398 2475319 Dr. Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . +0 1787709 1787780 Kodak said the PracticeWorks deal is expected to add about $ 215 million to its revenue in the first full year after the acquisition . The PracticeWorks acquisition is expected to add about $ 215 million to Kodak 's revenue in the first full year , be slightly dilutive through 2005 , and accretive thereafter . +0 2529576 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing the seriousness of the remaining problem . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . +1 758288 758197 The bill says that a woman who undergoes such an abortion couldn 't be prosecuted . A woman who underwent such an abortion could not be prosecuted under the bill . +0 3398909 3398631 International rescue workers are scouring flattened debris for survivors in Iran 's shattered ancient Silk Road city of Bam after a violent earthquake killed more than 20,000 people . International rescue workers hacked desperately through flattened debris for survivors and cemeteries overflowed in Iran 's ancient Silk Road city of Bam yesterday . +1 121939 122056 Unless their parents submit written objections , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and the minute of silence . Unless their parents submitted a written objection , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and moment of silence . +0 1401862 1401697 Shares of Allergan fell 14 cents to close at $ 78.12 on the New York Stock Exchange ( news - web sites ) . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 3333475 3333554 Scott McClellan , a White House spokesman , called the decision " troubling and flawed . " White House spokesman Scott McClellan called the Padilla ruling " troubling and flawed . +1 646343 646391 Team President Ken Sawyer told the Pittsburgh Post Gazette Sunday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . Team President Ken Sawyer said yesterday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . +0 3103374 3103410 Muhammad 's trial began Oct. 14 in nearby Virginia Beach . His trial was moved to Virginia Beach . +1 3422952 3422979 " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in Bering land-bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago , " Grayson said . " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in the Bering land bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago . " +0 224125 224096 The Nasdaq composite index added 30.46 points , or 2 percent , to 1,520.15 . The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 after gaining 30.46 yesterday . +1 1225768 1226304 Stanford ( 51-17 ) and Rice ( 57-12 ) will play for the national championship tonight . Rice ( 57-12 ) and Stanford ( 51-17 ) will meet in a winner-take-all matchup at 6 : 05 p.m. Monday . +1 786949 786522 Grassley and Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . +1 2515727 2515696 An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Said 's key political allies were Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders outside the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Professor Said 's principal political allies were among the Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders who have stood aside from the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . +1 2274833 2274855 " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . Speaking about the day before he was found dead , she said : " I was physically sick several times at this stage because he looked so desperate . +0 1639471 1639562 The Sunshine Group LTD represented the developers , The Related Companies and Apollo Real Estate Advisors LP , on the deal . The developers , The Related Cos. and Apollo Real Estate Advisors , hope sales top $ 1 billion . +1 2481631 2481756 The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , repeatedly has said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . +0 3085781 3085978 The attack seemed similar to others staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 . The attack seemed similar to attacks staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 , for which officials have also blamed al-Qaida . +0 1087225 1087091 The exotic animal trade is enormous , and it continues to spiral out of control . Some say the exotic animal trade is second only to the drug trade . +1 2254011 2254045 Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative that voters passed in 2000 , limits fund raising and spending by gubernatorial candidates . Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative passed by the voters in 2000 , limits fund-raising and spending by candidates for governor . +1 3035919 3035789 The 90-minute exchange in Boston took place at a debate focusing on the issues of interest to young people . The 90-minute exchange took place at a debate , focusing on the issues of interest to young people , broadcast live from Faneuil Hall in Boston . +0 1680943 1680914 He wounded a security guard and then fled , stabbing two passersby as he ran off along the promenade . He then stabbed two passersby as he fled along a promenade by the Mediterranean Sea . +0 2620044 2620063 Police believe Wilson shot Reynolds , then her mother once in the head before fatally turning the gun on herself . Police believe Wilson then shot Jennie Mae Robinson once in the head before turning the gun on herself . +1 922819 922554 The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) asked Congress today for additional authority to fight unwanted Internet spam , which now accounts for up to half of all e-mail traffic . The Federal Trade Commission asked Congress yesterday for broader powers to attack the rapidly growing problem of spam , which new studies show accounts for half of all e-mail traffic . +1 3283140 3283178 The companies , Chiron and Aventis Pasteur , together made about 80 million doses of the injected vaccine , which ordinarily would have been enough to meet U.S. demand . Chiron and Aventis Pasteur together made about 80 million doses , ordinarily enough for U.S. demand , The Associated Press reported . +1 3150044 3150089 The combined companies ' commercial and personal lines will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and will be based in Hartford , Conn . , Travelers ' current headquarters . The combined company 's commercial lines and personal lines business will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and based in Hartford , Connecticut . +1 3319098 3319119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dipped 6.62 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,917.67 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . +0 3059628 3059555 The government did not identify the taikonauts — a term coined from ‘ ‘ taikong , ’ ’ the Chinese word for space — who would travel on the second mission . The government did not identify the taikonauts -- a term coined from taikong , the Chinese word for space . +1 1463005 1463165 A Merrill Lynch spokesman said " we are pleased with the judge 's decision . " " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . +0 3185728 3185755 Among the workers , the researchers found short workers had worse hearing than expected for their age . " Short workers had worse hearing than expected by age -- three times more often than taller workers , " writes Barrenas . +1 1686168 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . +0 4142 4083 The body of one of the four teens , 17-year-old Max Guarino , was found April 25 in Long Island Sound . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . +1 1035681 1035633 The number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent , the FBI said . Still , the FBI said in the report released Monday , the number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent . +1 739972 740735 If he is successful in reaching a cease-fire , known as a " hudna , " Abbas will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one meeting in a month . If he is successful in reaching a so-called " hudna , " he will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one in a month . +1 2381709 2381590 Tail wagging , Abbey trotted on stage with Conway before a crowd of more than 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference at the Anaheim Convention Center . On Monday , Abbey trotted on stage , tail wagging , with Conway before a crowd of 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference . +0 953749 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.23 , or 2.8 percent , to $ 42.44 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +1 1967579 1967665 It warned that London , along with several other foreign cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . It warned that London , among a number of other cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . +1 889609 889733 The launch coincides with the JavaOne developers ' conference in San Francisco this week . The news also comes in conjunction with Suns annual JavaOne developers conference in San Francisco . +1 1079804 1079345 The meeting was scheduled to end Wednesday night , with attendees approving resolutions that express the denomination 's view on issues but that are not binding on churches . On Wednesday , attendees will vote on resolutions that express the Southern Baptist view on issues , but are not binding on individual churches . +1 2794042 2793971 He cut his rating for XL shares to " neutral " from " buy , " and said the shares " will not rebound quickly . " He cut his rating for XL shares from " buy " to " neutral " and said the shares would not " rebound quickly " . +1 1806953 1806923 Igen 's stock closed $ 4.70 or nearly 13.7 percent higher at $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq market . The company 's shares surged $ 4.70 , or 13.7 percent , to $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq Stock Market yesterday . +0 1967657 1967576 According to security sources , London Metropolitan Police Commissioner John Stevens placed his force on its highest state of alert last week following the warning . The Telegraph can reveal that Sir John Stevens , the Metropolitan Police Commissioner , placed his force on its highest alert last week . +1 438985 438751 " This has been a persistent problem that has not been solved , " investigation board member Steven Wallace said . " This was a persistent problem which has not been solved , mechanically and physically , " said board member Steven Wallace . +0 2527854 2527941 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 , after accounting for inflation . The same survey found the median household income rose by $ 51 , when accounting for inflation , to $ 43,057 . +1 3317425 3317361 Advanced Micro Devices said Fujitsu Siemens Computers is offering a high-end workstation based on AMD 's Opteron 200 Series . Fujitsu Siemens Computers on Tuesday made good on a promise to offer a workstation based on Advanced Micro Devices ' Opteron processor . +1 843200 843043 It will take time to oust die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq , Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday it will take time to locate die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq . +1 2453492 2453420 The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida became one of the first in the nation Saturday to officially reject the national denomination 's policies on homosexuality . The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida voted Saturday to repudiate a decision by the denomination 's national convention to confirm a gay man as bishop . +1 2248645 2248784 Ms Lanier 's first heart tumour was removed from the upper part of her heart in 1997 , returning in 1999 , in 2001 and again this year . Her first heart tumor was removed in 1997 in the upper part of her heart , but it returned in 1999 , 2001 , and again this year . +1 515763 515591 On May 22 , 2002 , a man walking his dog came across some of Levy 's bones in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . On May 22 , 2002 , the first of Levy 's weathered bones were found in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . +1 1322404 1322351 Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . But he said labor wanted other senators to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . +1 2057710 2057592 Both strain 121 and Pyrolobus belong to a branch on the tree of life known as the archaea . Both Strain 121 and Pyrolobus fumarii are members of the unusual life domain known as Archaea . +1 2467983 2467943 These days , even death penalty proponents in the Legislature say they are solidly outnumbered by opponents . These days , death-penalty backers in the legislature acknowledge that they are outnumbered . +1 374820 375390 At issue is the scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . At issue in yesterday 's case is a Washington state scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . +0 1953302 1953417 The biggest cut ordered was for Hanover Lloyds Insurance Co . -- 31 percent . The department ordered Hanover Insurance to cut its rates by 31 percent . +1 1465145 1464851 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the company . +0 258848 259011 Revenue plunged 19 percent to $ 2.07 billion from $ 2.56 billion in the year-earlier quarter . The company had revenue of $ 2.56 billion in the first quarter of 2002 . +0 869211 869467 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was up 4.83 points or 0.49 per cent to 980.76 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . +1 1881958 1882006 He told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Carlton Dotson , Dennehy ’ s former teammate , reportedly told FBI agents he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . +1 53570 53604 Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . +0 3102255 3102709 Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . Prosecutors called Durst a cold-blooded killer who shot Black to steal his identity . +1 1787626 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the person involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . +1 2986651 2987222 The Bush administration blames Hussein loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops for the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks . The Bush administration blames the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks on Saddam loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops . +0 1447877 1447624 The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . +1 2310787 2311604 " And the swagger of a president who says ' Bring ' em on ' does not bring our troops peace or safety . " And the swagger of a president saying `bring `em on ' will never bring peace , " Kerry said . +1 3020767 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , had been on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . +1 548865 548783 Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce more cuts to their valuations . Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce further cuts to the company 's value . +0 408890 408992 Acer said its Veriton 7600G incorporates the Intel 865G chipset and is priced starting at $ 949 . The Intel 865G chipset is priced at $ 44 with integrated software RAID , $ 41 without RAID . +1 1598630 1598710 The row intensified after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon said the government would go ahead with planned cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . The move came after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon announced the government would impose cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . +1 1380707 1380520 From Florida to Alaska , thousands of revelers vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . Thousands of revellers , celebrating the decision , vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . +1 739677 739938 The leader of Myanmar 's National League for Democracy won a 1990 election by a landslide but was never allowed to govern . Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won a landslide election in 1990 but has never been allowed to govern . +1 2759665 2759733 The Foundation said telephone support would cost $ 39.95 per incident . The group is also offering end user telephone support for $ 39.95 per incident . +1 701817 701797 It is the first major industrial plant for Leighton as project manager . It is the first major industrial plant project that Leighton has managed . +1 2830962 2830944 The settlement taking effect this week was reached less than two months after O 'Malley took the helm of the nation 's fourth-largest archdiocese . The $ 85 million agreement was reached in September , less than two months after Archbishop Sean O 'Malley took over as leader of the nation 's fourth-largest diocese . +1 523349 523357 But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and terror infrastructure must be dismantled . " But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and its infrastructure should be dismantled . " +0 2662088 2662047 It is priced at $ 5,995 for an unlimited number of users tapping into the single processor , or $ 195 per user with a minimum of five users . It is priced at $ 5,995 or $ 195 on a per user licensing plan with a minimum of five users . +1 3323113 3323175 The blast occurred at 5 a.m. in the capital 's Al-Bayaa district , police said . The 5 a.m. blast occurred in the city 's Al Bayaa district . +1 2613350 2613441 The report finds that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 compared with 5.1 percent in 1997 . In a special section on diabetes , the report notes that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 , compared to 5.1 percent in 1997 . +0 185364 185384 Omar 's brother , Zahid , and wife , Tahari , were arrested on May 2 in Derbyshire . Zahid and Paveen Sharif were arrested in Derbyshire and Tabassum , Mr Sharif 's wife , in Nottinghamshire , last Friday . +1 3045264 3045266 The company has 30 days to respond to the charges before the FCC makes a final ruling . AT & T has 30 days to respond to the charges before the F.C.C. issues a final order . +1 407798 407700 The study results were presented Tuesday at a meeting of the American Thoracic Society in Seattle , and will be published in this week 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . +0 557121 557022 Associated Press Writer Marc Humbert in Albany contributed to this report . Associated Press Writer Carolyn Thompson contributed to this report from Buffalo . +1 1112955 1112907 He said he thought he had hit a dog or a cat , or someone had thrown a rock at his car , the police said . The bishop told police he thought he had struck a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . +0 1568539 1568626 The audiotape aired last week by the Arab Al-Jazeera television network appears to be an effort to incite attacks . An audiotape aired last week by the Arab al-Jazeera television network may be the strongest evidence yet that Saddam survived the war . +1 123536 123665 The defense cannot appeal Roush 's ruling until after the trial . Defense lawyers cannot appeal the ruling until after trial , in the appellate courts . +1 1565915 1566255 Lovett 's father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement apologising for his son 's behaviour . The father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement through a family member Monday , apologizing for his son 's behavior . +0 1919416 1919692 " But HRT should not be used to prevent heart disease or any other chronic condition . " " The clear message is it should not be used to prevent cardiovascular disease , " Manson said . +1 1995534 1995506 Former South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu said Sunday he did not see what " all the fuss " was over appointing a gay bishop , but urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . South Africa 's Nobel laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu says he does not understand all the fuss about appointing a gay bishop , but he has urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . +0 1005521 1005318 Bridges is a retired Air Force major general and a former shuttle pilot . OKeefe called Bridges , a retired Air Force Major General , to ask him to switch centers on Wednesday . +0 377367 377251 You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. Reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or email lberman @ detnews.com. +1 1355539 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " said Gary Costley , Multifoods chairman and chief executive . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . +1 1793116 1793281 The study adds to the evidence that diet might affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that affects 4 million Americans . The research adds to the evidence that diet may affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that afflicts more than four million North Americans . +0 481930 481977 The CGT warned of prolonged industrial action unless Raffarin agreed . The large CGT union warned France of lengthy industrial action . +1 312707 312795 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Jordan said . " But they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " +1 3037352 3037382 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . +1 2002942 2003052 State air regulators and three automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . +0 2596071 2595722 " Spin and manipulative public relations and propaganda are not the answer , " it said . The report added that " spin " and manipulative public relations " are not the answer , " but that neither is avoiding the debate . +0 727262 727318 In comparison , 86 percent of Israeli Jews say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . But in Jordan and in the Palestinian Authority , only 1 percent of the Muslim population say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . +0 2788684 2788896 But they don ’ t realize that until it ’ s too late ( of course ) because they ’ re potential victims in a horror movie . But they don 't realize that until it 's too late ( of course ) because they 're potential victims . +1 2728244 2728420 Sales -- a figure watched closely as a barometer of health -- rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . +0 2028326 2028254 Doud was shot in the shoulder and underwent surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital , where he was listed in satisfactory condition . A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . +1 1315900 1315973 The third case involved contracts signed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . A separate case seeking to renegotiate contracts was filed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . +0 2777028 2776959 The three grocery chains were relying on store managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . +0 1029364 1029570 Merseyside police found the truck , without the books , the next morning about 20 miles from the warehouse . Police said they were checking a white articulated trailer truck found about 20 miles from the warehouse for forensic evidence . +1 2846992 2847045 The work appears in the Oct. 22 / 29 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . +1 2927334 2927592 The significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was China 's first space mission on October 15 . One of the significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was Chinas first space mission on Oct 15 . +1 2065497 2065458 ABC broadcast a special " World News Tonight " report out of Washington anchored by Ted Koppel . Partly as a result , ABC chose to broadcast its special report out of Washington with Ted Koppel as anchor . +1 617309 617115 Microsoft has identified the freely distributed Linux software as one of the biggest threats to its sales . The company has publicly identified Linux as one of its biggest competitive threats . +0 684924 684787 The indictment said he attended important meetings to plan the attacks , recruited fellow bombers and coordinated the operation . Samudra not present in Bangkok , the indictment said , but attended a series of meetings before the attacks , recruiting fellow bombers and coordinating the operation . +1 1978626 1978641 It also said it would reconsider its support for the 2003 show , which took place last month . The company added that it would reevaluate its commitment to the remaining New York show , which took place last month . +0 514453 514688 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell and the panel 's two other Republicans . +1 77428 77559 If no candidate wins 50 percent plus one in today 's election , the top two will meet in a runoff June 3 . If no candidate wins more than 50 percent of the vote , the top two vote-getters are headed to a runoff on June 3 . +0 996885 996809 LURD 's Ja 'neh also called for an interim government and the deployment of a U.S.-led Western peacekeeping force . The rebels are also calling for the deployment of a U.S.-led peacekeeping force . +1 2051961 2051879 The bomb exploded in Helmand province aboard a bus en route to the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to news agency reports . The bomb exploded in Helmand Province aboard a bus headed for the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to wire reports . +1 1351688 1351809 The UMass president has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 , just before federal indictments were handed down . The UMass president , who testified before a congressional committee last week , has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 . +0 437770 437729 Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three in the ninth and allowed only an infield single by Greg Norton . Closer Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three of the four batters he faced in the ninth . +0 126079 126035 The jury awarded TVT about $ 23 million in compensatory damages and roughly $ 108 million in punitive damages . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . +1 2201393 2201282 Air Commodore Pietsch said a 9-11 style aircraft suicide attack was the key concern . Air Commodore Dave Pietsch said the main concern was a September 11-style aircraft suicide attack . +1 116323 116276 " I don 't even worry about it anymore , " he said . " I don 't even worry about that anymore , " the 38-year-old center fielder said . +1 2521281 2521594 The report was sponsored by the Computer & Communications Industry Association ( CCIA ) . The paper was released by the Computer and Communications Industry Association in Washington . +0 3417339 3417404 Families stuck on the highway remained in their cars , and used their cell phones to call home . Families stuck on the highway were being urged to remain in their cars , and to use their cell phones only in case of emergency . +1 434568 434535 " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America , " Edwards said in a speech . " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America . " +1 2377832 2377802 " First , the target was not clear . . . we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " he said . In jihad , the target must be clear , meaning that we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " Imron said . +1 3035818 3035854 Sharpton nearly jumped out of his chair , saying , " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Jesse Jackson . " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Reverend ( Jesse ) Jackson , " he retorted . +0 2873368 2873529 The SharePoint Portal Server application , which facilitates teamwork , retails for $ 5,619 . Server software , however , costs thousands of dollars , such as SharePoint Portal Server , which retails for $ 5,619 . +1 2545785 2545843 Dogs , he said , are second only to humans in the thoroughness of medical understanding and research . He said that dogs are second only to humans in terms of being the subject of medical research . +1 145076 145052 The Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission have the final say . But the deal must get approval from the Federal Communications Commission and the Justice Department 's antitrust division . +1 1984954 1984531 " I really liked him and I still do , " Cohen Alon told the Herald yesterday . And I really liked him , and I still do . +0 763516 763636 Argentine Guillermo Coria and Netherlander Martin Verkerk are in the other half . The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . +1 2668998 2669030 Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia remembers how he and his friends used to have to sneak around the school yard to speak Spanish . Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia says when he was growing up , he wasn 't allowed to speak Spanish at school . +0 518131 518086 Hovan did not speak , but his lawyer , John Speranza , said his client " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone . Hovan " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone , defense attorney John Speranza said . +1 565760 566025 Microsoft will pay Time Warner AOL $ 750 million to settle an outstanding antitrust suit brought by Time Warner 's Netscape division . Microsoft on Thursday agreed to pay AOL Time Warner $ 750 million to settle AOL Time Warner 's private monopoly lawsuit against Microsoft . +1 2894616 2894706 Kollar-Kotelly has scheduled another antitrust settlement compliance hearing for January . The judge scheduled another oversight hearing for late January . +0 1312753 1312479 The House voted 425 to 2 to clear the bill , the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . The bill is among the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . +0 835299 835431 Monkeypox is usually found only in central and western Africa . Prairie dogs , usually found in southwestern and western states , aren ’ t indigenous to Wisconsin . +1 844505 844642 UN armored personnel carriers trained machine guns on Bunia 's main street but did not open fire . Uruguayan armoured personnel carriers trained mounted machine guns down Bunia 's empty main street , but they were under orders not to open fire . +1 1981956 1982170 National Breast Cancer Centre chief executive Professor Christine Ewan said it was too early to quantify the risk to women . National Breast Cancer Centre head Professor Christine Ewan said there was no need for panic . +0 2745060 2745022 For the fourth quarter , Intel expects revenue between $ 8.1 billion and $ 8.7 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . +1 2886878 2886843 In version 4.1 , a new web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning interface speeds up the flow of information between workstations and the server . Openexchange Server 4.1 includes a web-based distributed authoring and versioning ( WebDAV ) interface and Outlook connector to speed information flows . +0 3087072 3087103 The highest-paid Washington private-college president is Susan Resneck Pierce , who heads the University of Puget Sound . The highest-paid private-college president in Washington is University of Puget Sound President Susan Resneck Pierce at $ 314,160 , the Chronicle said . +1 2083179 2082970 At midnight , Erika was about 90 miles east of Brownsville and moving toward the west at about 20 mph , with sustained winds near 70 mph . Late Friday evening , forecasters said Erika was 130 miles east of Brownsville and tracking due west at 21 mph with sustained winds of about 70 mph . +0 329375 329403 Not counting energy prices , wholesale prices were down 0.9 percent . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . +0 968066 968428 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 31 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.16 percent -- another record low -- from 4.22 percent . The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . +1 3084952 3085078 Antonio Monteiro de Castro , 58 , currently director of the group ’ s Latin America & Caribbean operations , will become chief operating officer from the same date . BAT also said Antonio Monteiro de Castro , director for Latin America and the Caribbean , would become chief operating officer on January 1 , 2004 . +1 2349594 2349787 The government began on September 1 to add the word " Taiwan " in English to the cover of new passport , a decision slammed by Beijing . The government recently added the word ' Taiwan ' in English to the cover of its new passports , a move slammed by Beijing . +0 1626533 1626573 A floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , the ship took about five years to build . The Reagan , a floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , is the ninth Nimitz-class carrier to be built at the Newport News shipyard . +1 1463117 1462738 Pollack said yesterday the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . +1 1315492 1315639 The exam is a requirement for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 60 percent of students statewide failed it . The Regents math exam is required for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 63 percent of students statewide failed the exam . +1 1777874 1777965 Ms O 'Hare will take time off from studying history at New York University to be in Australia during October for national breast cancer awareness week . Ms O 'Hare , who has taken time out from studying history at New York University , will be in Australia throughout October in which is national breast cancer awareness week . +1 1666058 1666007 Hurricane Claudette moved toward the Texas coast on Tuesday and was expected to strengthen before making landfall later in the day , forecasters said . The US National Hurricane Center said the hurricane was heading toward the Texas coast and could strengthen before it hits land later in the day . +1 2942079 2942188 This led to the recovery of the 270-kilogram Cancuen altar , announced on Wednesday by the Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society . This led last month to the recovery of the 600-pound Cancun altar , Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society announced Wednesday . +0 2911079 2911055 A Royal Duty is based on his experiences with Diana , Princess of Wales and letters allegedly to and from her . The royal household was bracing itself for any more revelations in A Royal Duty , based on the former servant ’ s time with Diana , Princess of Wales . +1 2252321 2252356 " They were tossed around like feathers , " Gordon said . " The concrete barriers ( between lanes ) were being tossed around like feathers . " +1 3085068 3084951 BAT BATS.L also said Managing Director Paul Adams would step up to chief executive from January 1 , 2004 , to ease the transition . As part of the changes BAT said managing director , Paul Adams , 50 , would become chief executive from January 1 . +0 171555 171801 On May 1 , he crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff and walked some six miles down the canyon . He crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff , and walked some six miles down the canyon near Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah . +1 1661193 1661317 " Close co-operation between law-enforcement agencies and intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism , " Mr Howard said . Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . +1 246573 246510 Stout previously worked for General Electric subsidiary GE Capital Service Inc . , where he was vice president and chief technology and information officer . Stout comes to Sprint from GE Capital , where he served as chief technology and information officer . +1 870762 871347 Only one test , the effect on financial services , was deemed to be passed . Only the positive effect on the financial services industry was assured , he said . +1 257707 257757 Knight agreed to a two-year , $ 2.38 million contract that included a $ 300,000 signing bonus . ESPN reported that Knight 's two-year deal is worth $ 2.38 million , including a $ 300,000 signing bonus . +1 953312 953156 The prosecutor said the company knowingly underestimated to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) the number of safety complaints involving the device . They said the company knowingly underestimated to the FDA the number of safety complaints involving the device . +1 284891 284925 " We 're going to do everything in our power to get money back to ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Kennedy said . " There 's very strong interest in getting money back to the ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Commissioner Susan Kennedy said . +1 2898542 2898560 Officials said it will take lengthy testing to determine if all anthrax spores have been killed . Still , officials said it will take several more months of testing to determine whether the anthrax spores have been successfully killed . +0 2320045 2320003 Fletcher said he expects to have the support of lawmakers from agricultural states , many of whom are on the committee . He said he also expects to have the support of lawmakers from other agricultural states . +1 345686 345704 EDS said that it was " responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC " . EDS is " in the process of responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC , " the company said . +1 826455 826593 It is not clear whether the apology was written on the orders of Mr Blair or at Mr Campbell 's initiative . It is not clear whether the apology to Sir Richard - known as " C " - was written on the orders of the Prime Minister or on Mr Campbell 's own initiative . +0 1253180 1252657 The soldiers , from the 3rd Armored Cavalry , were hurt when their Humvee vehicle struck a mine in Hit . The pipeline exploded only a few hours after two U.S. soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry were wounded when their Humvee vehicle detonated a land mine in the same area . +0 35213 35151 Several protesters were injured by a speeding police van that drove through the crowd . Anger grew after a police van injured several protesters by speeding through the crowd . +0 864324 864534 Vice President Dick Cheney and Mississippi Republican gubernatorial candidate Haley Barbour acknowledge the cheering crowd . Vice President Dick Cheney says Mississippi Republican Haley Barbour would be a good governor because of his government and business savvy . +1 11190 10771 Trailing Arsenal by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak stretching back to Dec. 26 . Trailing the Londoners by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst league start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak starting Dec. 26 . +1 285785 285605 Deputies said the incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies received a phone call from a person requesting assistance regarding a domestic disturbance at 54346 Avenida Velasco . The incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies said they received a phone call requesting assistance with a domestic disturbance at the home in the 54-300 block of Avenida Velasco . +1 148095 147508 The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , fell 2.52 to 410.23 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , fell 1.40 , or 0.3 percent , to 408.83 . +0 3122257 3122360 In a mixture of ancient pagan and modern Christian rites , the villagers have staged a series of ceremonies hoping to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor . In a mixture of ancient Melanesian pagan and modern Christian ceremonies the people tried again to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor since that long-ago meal . +0 2854737 2854798 " We put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching process , probably later than we should have and now we 're just gaining incredible speed . " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . +1 1788267 1788246 Shares of Halliburton fell 71 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 21.59 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . Halliburton shares fell 54 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 21.76 a share in midday New York Stock Exchange trade . +1 1787481 1787517 He also recruited others to participate in the scheme by convincing them to receive fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered for himself . He also recruited other people to take delivery of fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered . +1 290525 290626 Goldman Sachs said : " We believe this is the right decision for the company , for its employees and for its creditors . " " We believe this is the right decision for the company ( Jinro ) , for its employees and for its creditors , " it said . +1 3176510 3176541 Allegiant shares rose $ 4 , or $ 17.2 percent , to $ 27.43 in Thursday morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Allegiant 's stock closed Wednesday at $ 23.40 , up 64 cents , in trading on the Nasdaq market . +1 2933867 2933700 Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , many arriving passengers in Atlanta will be fingerprinted and photographed . Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , inspectors will be fingerprinting and photographing many foreign passengers arriving in Atlanta . +0 1478535 1478869 Before it was removed , the site listed in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . Organizers established a Web site , http : / / defacerschallenge.com , listing in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . +1 3044424 3044562 In one scene from the film 's final script , Reagan says of AIDS patients , " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " In one scene the film showed Mr Reagan 's character saying of Aids patients : " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " +0 1347544 1347473 About 100 firefighters are in the bosque today , Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . " We were seconds away from having that happen , " Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . +1 1361614 1361440 The pill , which they call the " polypill , " would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering drug , three blood pressure-lowering drugs at half the standard dose and folic acid . The ingredients of such a polypill would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering statin , three blood pressure-lowering agents in half dose , and folic acid . +0 13578 14033 Peace Rules defeated Funny Cide in the Louisiana Derby . But neither he nor Peace Rules could keep Funny Cide from drawing away . +0 1200651 1200470 On Thursday , a Washington Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely , contrary to the Wall Street Journal 's line . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . +1 1735760 1735790 Laotian officials yesterday called on France , the former colonial power , to help the country find an alternative investor to EdF . Lao officials on Friday called on France , its former colonial ruler , to help the country find an alternative investor to replace EdF . +1 61262 61282 Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the largest-ever loss for a European bank last year . Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the loss last year , the largest ever for a European bank . +1 698772 698611 Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . +1 1542090 1541970 " It was a final test before delivering the missile to the armed forces . State radio said it was the last test before the missile was delivered to the armed forces . +1 498299 498366 The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases with particularly high rates among blacks like hypertension and diabetes . The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases that have a particularly high incidence among African-Americans , such as hypertension and diabetes . +1 2585334 2585405 To examine the uranium enrichment program -- ElBaradei 's priority -- the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . However , to verify Iran 's claims about its controversial uranium-enrichment program , the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . +1 3153726 3153980 She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . He followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . +1 1457907 1458152 Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said in a statement that he " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " +1 2696847 2696428 " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go , " said Limbaugh . This is what Limbaugh actually said about McNabb : " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go . +1 349050 349247 " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better , " said Rory Bruer , Sony head of distribution . " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better . " +1 278149 278365 " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time , " said Mekki . One villager , Ali Mekki , said : " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time . " +1 2268416 2268475 The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . The victim , who was not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital where he was pronounced dead . +1 1113724 1113757 Thursday , U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper will consider the second motion . U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper is to consider the motions Thursday . +0 3139461 3139649 If it 's a Bill Gates Comdex keynote , it must be time for new Tablet PCs . If it 's the Sunday night before Comdex , it must be time for yet another Bill Gates keynote . +1 821890 821901 The supercomputer is actually an eServer and storage system with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . It 's a cluster of 44 IBM servers with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . +1 543654 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . +0 3385929 3386168 Is it in the food supply ? " says David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . " It 's not zero , " said David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . +1 2190421 2190204 " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " said the administration , part of the Homeland Security Department . " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " they said . +1 3276667 3276656 Expenses are expected to be approximately $ 2.3 billion , at the high end of the previous expectation of $ 2.2-to- $ 2.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . +1 2999115 2999035 America has accused Syria of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters infiltrating through its eastern border into Iraq to attack U.S.-led coalition forces . US officials accuse regional states , particularly Syria , of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters from entering Iraq to attack US-led coalition forces . +1 2787374 2787403 Elwin Hermanson and the SaskParty would put the future of our Crown corporations — and our economy — at risk , ” the platform reads . Elwin Hermanson and the Sask . Party would put the future of our Crown corporations - and our economy - at risk . " +1 1695578 1695467 They also showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared with those children with milder forms of the disorder . Those children later diagnosed with the most severe autism showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared to those children with milder forms of the disorder . +1 2460509 2460489 Site Finder has been visited 65 million times since its introduction , Galvin said . Through Sunday , Sept . 21 , Site Finder has been visited over 65 million times by Internet users . +0 1346374 1346460 U.S. and European leaders pledged on Wednesday to work together to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons , presenting a united front after months of bitter acrimony over Iraq . Bush said U.S. and European Union leaders , at an annual Washington summit , agreed on the need to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons . +1 2624855 2624576 Djerejian said that in the last month Syria has taken steps in response to the pressure , such as relocating the militant group offices out of Damascus . Mr Djerejian said that in the past month Syria had taken some steps in response to the pressure , such as moving the militant group offices out of Damascus . +0 1200506 1200563 That took the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR down 9 / 32 , its yield rising to 3.37 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . That saw the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slip 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.36 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . +0 14510 14656 The index , which measures activity in the service sector , climbed to 50.7 last month from 47.9 in March . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . +1 780201 780408 Bryant previously said that hike had a greater impact on demand than officials expected . Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . +1 1485566 1485610 Agrawal said her research neither suggests nor indicates PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . +1 516921 516783 Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " +1 2077256 2077138 The Memory Stick Pro Duo card will be theoretically able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . It will theoretically be able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . +1 530791 530914 Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . Westfield also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . +1 3048226 3048303 These are real crimes that hurt a lot of people . " These are real crimes that disrupt the lives of real people , " Smith said . +0 3248482 3248436 Richard Miller remained hospitalized after undergoing a liver transplant , but his wife has recovered . Richard Miller , 57 , survived a lifesaving liver transplant but remains hospitalized . +1 1984638 1984518 Her lawyer Donald Levine told The Telegraph she had been offered $ US250,000 to tell her story exclusively to Australian TV . Mr Levine said she had been offered $ 400,000 to tell her story to an Australian TV network . +1 487692 487742 While rising consumer confidence is welcomed , it is not a component of gross domestic product , whereas new home sales are . While news on consumer confidence rising is welcomed , it is not a factor in determining gross domestic product whereas new home sales do . +1 2097223 2097332 Historians believe it was carrying 9 tons of gold coins aimed at buying the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . Historians believe that the 157-foot warship was carrying 9 tons of gold coins to buy the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . +1 378940 378851 Both markets rallied this past week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meetings on June 24-25 . Both markets rallied last week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meeting June 24 and 25 . +0 3113550 3113480 Dell 's OpenManage software includes Dell Update Packages with SMS to help automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches with a single tool . The update packages help " automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches using one tool , " which is unpleasantly vague . +0 1591549 1591599 His lawyer , Pamela MacKey , said Bryant expects to be completely exonerated . " Mr. Bryant is innocent and expects to be completely exonerated , " Mackey said in a statement . +0 2821916 2821902 " We are keeping an open mind , " said Sergeant Magee . Detective Sergeant Bernie Magee said police were keeping an open mind on the disappearance . +0 1353184 1353144 The conference , sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture , is focused on eliminating world hunger through genetically modified foods and other technologies . The conference was sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to discuss ways to end world hunger and poverty . +1 577969 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body ’ s own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . +0 2981951 2982021 During the hearing , Morales expressed " sincere regrets and remorse " for his actions . Morales , who pleaded guilty in July , expressed " sincere regret and remorse " for his crimes . +1 1918608 1918489 The Oct. 9 hearing date is two days after the Lakers open their pre-season with two games in Hawaii . Bryant 's hearing date falls two days after the Lakers open the preseason with two games in Hawaii . +1 1678050 1678502 A police spokesman confirmed : " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of the German authorities and the FBI , have arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany . " " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of German authorities and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have now arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany , " a police spokeswoman said . +1 2089107 2088980 US military officials say rotor wash from the helicopter might have blown down the banner . US officials said downward " rotor wash " generated by the hovering helicopter stripped the flag from the tower . +0 970568 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) today in a first-round game at Rosenblatt Stadium in Omaha , Neb . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . +1 2761996 2761977 The final report on the investigation could take as long as a year , Engleman said at a news briefing . Engleman said the final report on the investigation could take as long as a year . +0 2768371 2768323 Mr Colpin did not specify whether it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . Neither OLAF nor the Belgian prosecutors have specified if it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . +0 1040202 1040012 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 18 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.24 percent from 3.17 percent . +1 2939920 2939978 Doctors had planned to deliver him two weeks early , on or around November 14 . A Caesarean had originally been planned in mid- November , two weeks early . +1 1712236 1712278 The study indicated that men who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop prostate cancer . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . +1 1900937 1900992 The Portuguese weather service said Europe 's heatwave was caused by a mass of hot , dry air moving from the southeast . The heatwave was due to a mass of hot , dry air from the southeast , said Mario Almeida of Portugal 's weather service . +1 781865 781610 The other 24 members are split between representatives of the securities industry and so-called " public " board members . Of the 24 directors who are not exchange executives , half are representatives of the securities industry and half are designated public members . +1 2369029 2368997 Mr Alibek said : " Our outcomes are very encouraging . " Our outcomes are very encouraging , " George Mason researcher Ken Alibek said . +1 683153 682794 A spokesman said : " Since November , we have co-operated fully with the police . It added it had " co-operated fully " with police since November . +1 3085550 3085530 It indicates , Roberts said , " that terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " +1 1401043 1401108 The traditional Mediterranean diet puts the emphasis on vegetables , legumes , fruits , nuts , cereals and olive oil . The traditional Mediterranean diet contains many components , including a high intake of fruits and vegetables , nuts and cereals , and olive oil . +1 1077596 1077628 She and her husband left behind two sons : Robert , who was six , and Michael , who was 10 . The couple left behind two boys , Robert , 6 , and Michael , 10 . +1 619375 619005 Ultimately , she will earn more than the $ 900,000 that Kenny Perry got for winning the PGA Tour event . But she 'll earn more than the $ 900000 ( about R7.5-million ) Kenny Perry got for winning . +1 89798 89744 The rapper 's lawyer , Mark Gann , didn 't return calls for comment . The 27-year-old rapper 's attorney in the civil matter , Mark Gann , did not return calls for comment . +1 2529318 2529415 That triggered a 47-hour police standoff that inconvenienced thousands of commuters , as traffic backed up in Downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . +1 2879435 2879308 The news service reports wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 , according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 . +0 1438288 1438327 AirTran officials and a Boeing official declined to comment yesterday . Trish York , a spokeswoman for Boeing , declined to comment on the deal . +0 559882 559542 Agassi is not the only American man through to the third round . Harkleroad was one of five American women who advanced to the third round . +0 633887 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 to end at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . +1 779371 779429 The unemployment rate inched up one-tenth of a percentage point from April 's 6 percent to its highest since July 1994 . The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . +1 1603482 1603561 " She was very affectionate with them , " said Blossom Medley , who also looked after the children . " She loved them so much , " added Blossom Medley , who also looked after Johnson 's foster kids . +1 425212 425188 By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using DSL . In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . +0 2954386 2954372 Prof Sally Baldwin , 63 , from York , fell into a cavity which opened up when the structure collapsed at Tiburtina station , Italian railway officials said . Sally Baldwin , from York , was killed instantly when a walkway collapsed and she fell into the machinery at Tiburtina station . +0 2815702 2815560 Box cutters were used as a weapon by the Sept . 11 , 2001 , hijackers and have since been banned as carry-on items . Box cutters were the weapons used by the 19 hijackers in the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks . +1 1027439 1027131 " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives , " he said . Asked how his nation felt , he replied : " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives . " +1 1240329 1240365 From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. " From Justin to Kelly , " a romance starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , bombed with just $ 2.9 million , opening at No. 11 . +1 1440706 1440758 Veritas will also expand its storage resource management ( SRM ) suite with the Precise StorageCentral software , focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . The first product , StorageCentral , is entry-level storage resource management ( SRM ) software focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . +0 962147 962243 PeopleSoft 's board of directors has said it will meet soon to consider the Oracle offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . +1 369222 369272 The new servers will run either Linux or the x86 version of Solaris , he said . The servers can run Solaris x86 operating system or the standard Linux operating system . +1 2341131 2341082 A few miles further east is Tehuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . A few miles west are the pyramids of Teotihuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . +1 882056 882696 Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Dr Kelly 's resignation for his handling of allegedly sexually abusive priests . Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Archbishop Thomas Kelly 's resignation for his handling of the crisis . +0 3165117 3165201 U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 21 others , the military said . U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 99 others during 1,729 patrols and 25 raids conducted over 24 hours . +1 820929 820902 Both devices implement the v1.2 standard 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for new cordless telephony applications . BlueCore3 also implements v1.2 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for advanced cordless telephony applications for Bluetooth transmission . +1 1369208 1369178 The first time was in 1999 , when Bashir replaced the former leader of JI , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . The first time in 1999 was when Bashir replaced JI 's former leader , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . +1 1934435 1934584 Former roommate and teammate Carlton Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged with murder July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . +1 1721438 1721593 Three other fires in or near the park were contained on Wednesday . Two fires inside the park and one just outside the park were contained Wednesday afternoon . +0 149519 149417 " The integration is exceeding almost every expectation we set for ourselves , " Mr Roberts said on Thursday . It 's manageable , and the integration is exceeding " almost every expectation we set for ourselves . " +1 2656347 2656255 The Vatican devised a mini-lift to allow the pope to get on and off helicopters . The Vatican has devised a mini-lift to allow John Paul to board and descend from the helicopter without tackling stairs . +0 1230767 1230113 Chante Jawan Mallard , 27 , went on trial Monday , charged with first-degree murder . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . +1 2642526 2642629 Mr. Suen said this evening , after the ruling , that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . Michael Suen , the secretary for housing , planning and lands , said after the ruling that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . +1 2620066 2620048 Geraldine Andrews , the pastor 's daughter-in-law , said Robinson recently took her daughter out of a mental health facility . Geraldine Andrews , Reynolds ' daughter-in-law and a friend of Wilson 's family , said Robinson had recently taken Wilson out of a mental health facility . +1 2168028 2168289 Some psychiatrists , Dr. Lieberman among them , noted that other studies of S.S.R.I. ' s in children had also failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . Lieberman and other psychiatrists noted that other studies of SSRIs in children also have failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . +1 149566 149546 The CWA , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called that excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 a year . The Communications Workers Union , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called the executive pay package excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 annually . +1 2111185 2111269 In Montana , tensions were high yesterday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an " ugly " forecast : more dry lightning and windstorms . In Montana , tension was high Friday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an ``ugly ' ' forecast : more dry lightning and wind storms . +1 981498 981540 British Airways ' New York-to-London runs will end in October . British Airways plans to retire its seven Concordes at the end of October . +1 3201393 3200966 After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . Since posting a $ 3 million bond , Jackson has been keeping a low profile in Las Vegas , where he had been filming a music video . +1 1852060 1852172 Still , analysts said they were disappointed by the company 's 68 million pretax charge for weather-related and test failure costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . Analysts also said they were disappointed by the company 's $ 68 million pre-tax charge for weather-related and overhead costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . +1 409963 410012 In addition , UDDI will have to significantly be improved to handle those aspects of SOAs . Even then , UDDI will have to be improved to handle those features . +1 1247215 1247142 In fresh bloodshed last night , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the Gaza Strip , Palestinian witnesses and medics said . On Sunday , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the northern Gaza Strip . +0 722337 722091 Get it all out , " says Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm based in New York City . Innocent or not , " she 's damaged goods , " said Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm in New York . +0 2266280 2266483 Orange shares jumped as much as 15 percent . France Telecom shares dropped 3.6 percent while Orange surged 13 percent . +1 2706184 2706235 Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and shimmied down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . +1 809733 809493 They described the abductor as a Hispanic man in his 30s or early 40s , 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5 , weighing about 160 pounds . They described the intruder as being in his 30s to early 40s , from 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5-inches tall , weighing about 160 pounds . +0 453008 452999 According to Microsoft 's latest proxy report , Ballmer held nearly 471 million shares as of Sept . 9 , 2002 . Mr. Ballmer held a split-adjusted 470.9 million Microsoft shares as of Sept . 9 - second only to Chairman Bill Gates . +1 1007748 1007879 He said it was a movie " meant to inspire , not offend " . He said yesterday that the film is " meant to inspire , not offend . " +1 540236 539740 Bush plans to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and the new Palestinian prime minister , Mahmoud Abbas , in the Jordanian port of Aqaba on Wednesday . On Wednesday next week , Mr Bush will meet Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and new Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas in Aqaba , Jordan . +1 707997 708045 Ultimately , however , Mrs Clinton decided she still loved her husband – although " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . She says she stayed in the marriage because she still loved him , although , " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . +1 2673409 2673344 At 12 months there was still a difference in function , although it was not a significant one . At 12 months , there was still a difference between the groups , but it was not considered significant . +1 2201275 2201383 RAAF officers said yesterday a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter-bomber was positioned to intercept the intruder . Air Commodore Dave Pietsche said RAAF controllers had positioned a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter to prepare to intercept the aircraft . +1 2282250 2282509 They certainly reveal a very close relationship between Boeing and senior Washington officials . The e-mails reveal the close relationship between Boeing and the Air Force . +1 2405928 2405967 AMD made the announcement on Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . The Sunnyvale , Calif . , chipmaker announced its plans Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . +1 1605375 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . +0 2003690 2003706 Shortly after the opening bell , the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 11.13 to 9,228.48 , while the S & P 500 index gained 1.74 to 982.33 . After a weak start , the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the day up 26.26 to 9,217.35 , while the S & P 500 index rose 3 to 980.59 . +1 1441004 1441007 Shares of Corixa were gaining 71 cents , or 10 % , to $ 7.91 on the Nasdaq . In late-morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market , Corixa was up 74 cents , or 10 % , at $ 7.94 . +1 284939 284799 Small-business customers paying $ 1,200 to $ 3,200 a year could save $ 60 to $ 120 . Small-business customers paying between $ 1,200 and $ 3,200 a year would save between $ 60 and $ 120 per year , the commission estimated . +1 1755837 1755939 After the Houston event , Bush returned to his Crawford , Texas , ranch , where he will host Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . +1 356760 356779 The minister said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-member cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks in Casablanca on Friday night . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . +1 320900 321056 The WiFi potties were to be unveiled this summer , at music festivals in Britain . The world 's first portal potty was soon to be rolled out at summer festivals in Great Britain . +1 3130795 3130693 " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose -- of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger said during the benefit at the Fairmont Hotel . " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose - of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger quipped . +1 2077781 2077849 Dubbed Project Mad Hatter , the Linux-based desktop is being promoted by Sun as a more secure and less expensive alternative to Windows . Designed to compete with Microsoft Corp. , Project Mad Hatter is being positioned by Sun as a cheaper , secure alternative desktop operating system to Microsoft 's various desktop offerings . +1 1952593 1952523 " It was going to involve others , " said prosecutor Kenneth Karas at a Jan. 30 court hearing , reports the Associated Press . " It was going to involve others , " federal prosecutor Kenneth Karas said at a Jan. 30 court hearing , without further elaboration . +1 2570361 2570304 It was third time lucky for Hempleman-Adams , 46 , after two previous abandoned attempts to make ballooning history . It was third time lucky for the 46-year-old explorer who twice had to abandon attempts to make ballooning history . +1 813931 813905 In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom tonight had practically everything one might expect on one of a teenage girl 's most important nights . In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom had practically everything one might expect on one of the most important nights of a teenage girl 's year . +0 3270859 3270884 A federal grand jury indicted them on Tuesday ; the document was sealed until yesterday to allow authorities to make arrests . Federal officials said the document remained sealed until Thursday morning to allow authorities to make arrests in five Western states . +1 956229 956090 He has been at UCSD since 1991 and was appointed chancellor in 1996 , after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . +1 1236789 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close on Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . +1 1619243 1619310 She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until her death . She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . +0 2412316 2412239 " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , and tomorrow will come soon . " " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , " added the voice , which signed off giving the date as " mid-September . " +1 1039561 1039623 Former company chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . +0 921188 921278 In 2006 , the group says the market will rebound 29.6 percent to $ 21.3 billion in sales . In 2006 , Asia Pacific will report growth of 7.9 percent to $ 81.8 billion . +0 1692604 1692641 The commission estimates California lost $ 1.34 billion -- the most of any state -- to tax shelters in 2001 . The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . +0 2221620 2221675 Trading volume was light at 726.40 million shares , but above the 642.73 million exchanged at the same point Wednesday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . +0 130644 130623 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . Corixa 's stock barely flinched on the news , dipping 12 cents to close at $ 6.88 . +1 489705 489782 The plan is to convert half of its eight million local phone lines within the next six years . Sprint plans to move half of its 8 million local lines from hard-wired circuits to packet networks in the next six years . +0 15843 15795 It aims to end 31 months of violence in which at least 2,034 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed . At least 2,036 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed since the revolt began in September 2000 . +0 2028254 2028633 A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . A spokesman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was under evaluation Tuesday evening in the emergency room . +0 2498187 2497939 Halabi 's military attorney , Air Force Maj. James Key , denied the charges , which could carry a death penalty . The attorney representing al-Halabi , Air Force Maj. James Key III , denied the charges , according to The Associated Press . +0 2599788 2599821 The report by the independent expert committee aims to dissipate any suspicion about the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS crisis . A long awaited report on the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS outbreak has been released . +0 2920498 2920576 The new companies will begin trading on Nasdaq today under the ticker symbols PLMO and PSRC . Also as part of the deal , PalmSource stock will begin trading on the NASDAQ stock market Wednesday under the ticker symbol : PSRC . +0 1048581 1048632 There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , ' ' said Perry , whose parents are vacationing in North Carolina . " There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , " she said . +1 316726 316927 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . " They did not ... provide the security that we had requested , " Jordan said in a CBS interview . +1 1258198 1258286 Avery Dennison estimated second-quarter revenue between $ 1.2 billion and $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . The company estimated second-quarter revenue of $ 1.2 billion to $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . +1 2428146 2427840 Mehr said police had no way of knowing what Kilpatrick was shooting at when he fired his gun . Mehr said police had no way of knowing who or what Kilpatrick was shooting at with the single shot . +1 1569822 1569894 If Fortigel , a testosterone gel , had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , Mr. Juelis said . If Fortigel had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , said Richard Juelis , chief financial officer . +0 1703385 1703692 Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . Powell is serving time in a different case -- killing his landlady in 1982 . +1 2521033 2521063 But an agency employee lent the tape to a friend , who lent it to Mr. Gonzalez . An ad agency employee gave the copy to a friend , who passed the movie to Gonzalez , prosecutors said . +1 410868 410807 " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , " producer David E. Kelley said in a statement . " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , including Dylan , " Kelley said Monday . +0 2791651 2791603 The technology-packed Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dropped 37.78 points , or 1.94 percent , to 1,912.36 . The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . +0 3047564 3047513 Spinnaker employs roughly 83 people ; NetApp employs 2,400 . Spinnaker employs 83 people , most of whom are engineers . +0 2601132 2601055 The new analysis found that 32 of the 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer during about 5 years of follow-up . The new analysis found that 32 of 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer in about 5 1 / 2 years of follow-up , including 20 women taking hormones . +1 1014017 1013977 Prairie dogs sold as exotic pets are believed to have been infected in an Illinois pet shop by a Gambian giant rat imported from Africa . Prairie dogs are believed to have become infected in a pet shop through a Gambian rat imported from Africa . +0 443834 443762 Of 24 million phoned-in votes , 50.28 percent were for Studdard , putting him 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . Of the 24 million phone votes cast , Studdard was only 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . +0 3270881 3270858 Thirty-three of the 42 men had been arrested by Wednesday evening , said Daniel Bogden , U.S. attorney in Nevada . Thirty-four of the men have been arrested and the others are being sought , US Attorney Daniel Bogden said yesterday . +0 1114039 1114186 Hispanics , the fastest growing ethnic group in the US , have overtaken blacks to become the largest minority in the US , according to newly released government figures . Hispanics have officially overtaken African Americans as the largest minority group in the US , according to a report released by the US Census Bureau . +1 3017926 3017893 The events mark the latest twists in an unfolding scandal involving a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . The charges would mark the latest effort to crack down on a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . +1 2955842 2955810 The number of lung transplantations also increased from 30 to 64 , and the mean waiting time on the transplant list decreased from 290 days to 87 days . The number of lung transplants also increased from 30 to 64 and the average waiting time for a lung fell from 290 days to 87 days . +1 56110 56072 Advanced Micro Devices Inc . Tuesday introduced its Athlon MP 2800 + processor for entry-level one- and two-way servers and workstations . Advanced Micro Devices on Tuesday launched its newest Athlon chip for workstations and servers . +0 1907627 1907410 The University of Louisville also is auditing Shumaker 's expenses while he was president there . Shumaker was the president of the University of Louisville when he was hired by UT . +1 679656 679570 Though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo isn 't favored today . Even though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo cannot be favored in this match . +1 468109 467921 As a result of the decision , Brown said CareFirst subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and to international service providers . But if the trademark is withdrawn , subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and international service providers . +0 716590 716871 Delmon was 5 when Dmitri was drafted with the fourth pick by St. Louis in 1991 . Dmitri Young was the fourth overall selection by St. Louis in the 1991 draft . +0 2777839 2777963 " Tomorrow at the Mission Inn , I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California . " I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California , and I 'm looking forward to it . " +1 2629137 2629019 Then it temporarily retracts the hard drive 's read-write head until the system is stabilized again . When such acceleration occurs , the drive 's read / write head gets temporarily parked until the system is stabilised . +1 2081791 2081773 On Thursday , Long heard arguments from both sides . Judge Elizabeth Long heard arguments in the state case Thursday . +0 1958080 1958145 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 3.47 points , or 0.36 percent , to 977.59 . The tech-laden Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 8 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,645 . +0 58745 58542 In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 40.12 , or 0.5 percent , at 8,571.69 , having fallen 51 points Monday . In New York , the Dow Jones industrial average a gauge of 30 blue chip stocks was up 3.29 points or 0.04 per cent to 8,585.97 . +1 3281508 3281496 The poll shows Bill White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters -- Orlando Sanchez by 35 percent . The latest 11 News / Houston Chronicle Poll shows White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters , far ahead of Orlando Sanchez 's 35 percent . +1 545374 545445 The government recently shelved peace talks with the MILF , being brokered by Malaysia , after a string of attacks , including three bombings , on Mindanao . The government recently shelved peace talks being brokered by neighbouring Malaysia after a spate of attacks on Mindanao , including three deadly bombings , that it blamed on the MILF . +0 1784891 1785160 On Monday , Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . +1 424522 424409 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to those superannuation payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " he said . +0 1290541 1290505 They found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . About 24 percent of men who took the placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . +1 684555 684845 He is suspected of being a key figure in Jemaah Islamiyah , the al-Qa 'eda-linked terror group which has been blamed for the bombings . Samudra , 32 , is suspected of being a key figure in the al-Qaida-linked terror group Jemaah Islamiyah , which has been blamed for carrying out the bombings . +1 1473639 1473500 Mr. Day said that the consequences had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children shunned in their communities . He said the consequences of the rapes had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children they bore , who have been shunned in their communities . +1 1279777 1279864 The Conference Board reported its U.S. Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 83.5 in June from 83.6 in May . The consumer-confidence index came in at 83.5 in June , down slightly from a revised 83.6 in May , the Conference Board said . +1 1184765 1184312 A cul de sac with homes burned to the foundation was visible from above . A cul-de-sac with homes burned to their foundations was visible from above . +1 981820 981912 The billing mix-up , for between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after their legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . The bill , for somewhere between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after the couple 's legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . +1 547205 547289 His attorney said he is disputing the accusations through the securities dealers association 's hearing process . His attorney , Christopher Wilson , said Young is disputing the accusations through the NASD 's hearing process . +0 571179 571113 Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . Leading black Democrats in Congress and the national party are protesting the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at the party 's headquarters . +1 2664077 2664029 Douglas Robinson , a senior vice president of finance , will take over as chief financial officer on an interim basis . Douglas Robinson , CA senior vice president , finance , will fill the position in the interim . +1 394992 394815 United States State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said : ' It is our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference . " It 's our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference , " US State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said . +0 2984155 2984099 The same survey a month ago had Street leading Katz 42 percent to 34 percent , with 21 percent undecided . One month ago in the same poll , Katz was leading 46 to 40 percent . +0 3306046 3306134 A search for three missing teenagers uncovered at least two bodies buried beneath freshly poured concrete in the basement of a house , authorities said Wednesday . Authorities performed an autopsy Thursday on one of three bodies recovered from beneath a layer of freshly poured concrete in the basement of a northwest Indiana home . +1 2174189 2174194 Amazon also reported that the New York Attorney General 's office had settled civil fraud charges with one of the spoofers it identified . Amazon and the New York attorney general 's office have already settled with one of the alleged e-mail forgers . +1 1568536 1568623 In the latest violence , insurgents threw a bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing one soldier . Early Monday , insurgents threw a homemade bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing an American soldier . +1 2801973 2801930 Once converted , BayStar will own an aggregate of approximately 2.95 million shares of SCO common stock or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . The investment gives Larkspur , Calif.-based BayStar more than 2.9 million shares of SCO common stock , or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . +0 81715 81981 Worldwide , the disease has now infected 6,727 people in 30 countries and caused 478 deaths . The disease has infected 6,583 people in over two dozen countries , WHO said yesterday . +0 1669792 1669661 " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course and kill country-of-origin labeling , " said Daschle . " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course , " said Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle , of South Dakota . +1 3190205 3190131 Change will take time , but is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition , chief executive Bob Nardelli said . The change will take time , but Nardelli said it is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition . +1 773604 773629 The new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by Monday , according to security analysts . Security analysts said the new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by mid-afternoon on Monday . +1 2480969 2481007 If convicted of the spying charges , he could face the death penalty . The charges of espionage and aiding the enemy can carry the death penalty . +0 240528 240516 Lucas Goodrum , 21 , of Scottsville was arrested Sunday in the death of Katie Autry , of Pellville . Another Scottsville man , Lucas Goodrum , 21 , had been arrested early Sunday . +1 1481822 1482025 Ernst & Young admitted no wrongdoing with the settlement . Ernst & Young spokesman Kenneth Kerrigan said the firm admits no wrongdoing . +1 1246488 1246781 Police said they arrested a man on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorized entry . Mr Barschak was arrested on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorised entry . +1 1934785 1934804 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , had begun to read the Bible daily . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . +0 1351687 1351808 Bulger 's brother is now on the agency 's ' '10 Most Wanted ' ' list , sought in connection with 21 murders . Bulger 's brother , a former FBI informant , is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list . +0 50459 50553 Complicating the situation is the presence of battle-hardened Liberians who have been fighting on both sides . Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . +1 1462789 1463165 " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . +0 2635069 2635236 Her lawyer , M. H. Reese Norris , called the decision an injustice and promised to appeal . Scruggs refused to comment as she left the courthouse but her lawyer , Reese Norris , called the verdict an injustice . +1 1240334 1240329 " From Justin to Kelly , " starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with only $ 2.9 million . From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. +0 1227467 1227133 Looking to buy the latest Harry Potter ? Harry Potter 's latest wizard trick ? +1 2920398 2920337 " A more favorable job market was a major factor in the turnaround , " said Lynn Franco , Director of the Conference Board Consumer Research Center . An improving job market was a " major factor , " said Lynn Franco , director of the board 's consumer research center . +1 2941188 2941130 The veteran rock group 's four-disc DVD set , called Four Flicks and due Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's top sellers . The Stone 's Four Flicks DVD , set to be released Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's best sellers . +1 1091223 1091259 Compounding the pain for bonds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . Rubbing salt in the wounds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . +1 2697609 2697286 Her body was found at the foot of a back staircase in the couple 's expensive home in Durham . Kathleen Peterson 's body was found in December 2001 at the bottom of a staircase in the couple 's home . +0 126035 126126 TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . The damages included $ 24 million in compensatory damages and $ 52 million in punitive damages for IDJ . +1 2946090 2946111 The euro was at 126.38 / 43 yen little changed from its late U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.60 yen the same time on Tuesday . The euro was around 126.50 yen compared to its late Tuesday U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.30 yen in early Asian trade on Tuesday . +1 645274 645331 The loss ends the run of four straight Williams vs. Williams major finals , all won by Serena . The loss ends a run of four straight " Sister Slam " major finals — all won by Venus ' sister , Serena . +1 2209390 2209111 " It just seems like all the issues that we support , he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus of LULAC . " It just seems like all the issues that we support he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus , the league 's director of policy and legislation . +0 2628322 2628029 Mr. Heatley , who suffered a broken jaw and torn knee ligaments , faces several charges . Heatley underwent surgery Saturday for a broken jaw and an MRI found two torn ligaments in his right knee . +1 349046 349453 The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with The Matrix Revolutions . " Reloaded " is the second installment of a trilogy ; " The Matrix Revolutions " is slated for debut in November . +1 1068085 1068129 ONA explicitly stated that it did not receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist network was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " But at no stage did ONA receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " +0 123084 123108 The body 's hair , sources said , appeared to be blond with dark roots , the same as Aronov 's . The body had blond hair with dark roots , and was roughly the same height and build as the 5-foot-4 Ms. Aronov , the officials said . +1 1259362 1259583 The state wanted every insurer doing business in California to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing its license to operate in the state . The state wanted any insurer doing business there to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing their license to do business in the state . +0 2706322 2706237 Selenski descended down the wall and used the mattress to climb over razor wire . Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot razor wire , Fischi said . +1 2170889 2170991 It added that unless the problems are fixed , " the scene is set for another accident . " Without reform , " the scene is set for another accident " , the report warned . +0 53868 53892 Canadian officials have agreed to run a complementary threat response exercise . Canadian officials will participate through a command post exercise . +0 2964167 2964309 " There is the real potential for a secondary collapse , " Gov. James McGreevey said . The damaged area of the garage was not stable , with ``the real potential for a secondary collapse , ' ' McGreevey said . +1 1933212 1933374 Certain to give Democrats hope was Bush 's hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 percent to 38 percent . In a Bush hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 to 38 percent . +0 411629 411695 Oracle followed with 33.8 percent of the market and Microsoft came in third with an 18 percent share . IBM ranked second with 24 percent share there , and Microsoft ranked third . +1 2226542 2226520 Weather forecasters are sending out warnings for heavy rainfall that could wash out the tail end of the holiday weekend . Weather forecasters are warning of heavy rainfall that could wash out part of the holiday weekend . +0 3119581 3119343 " It seems to me ... we 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman , who heard the case without a jury . " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . +0 1733042 1733021 In addition , primary care trusts ( PCTs ) were given star ratings for the first time this year . Primary Care Trusts and Mental Health Trusts have also been formally rated for the first time this year . +1 1088238 1088210 Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected Kodak to earn 68 cents a share for the quarter . +1 1852616 1852984 For legal purposes , J.P. Morgan and Citigroup neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks did not admit or deny the SEC charges under the settlements . +1 1605335 1605485 Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day — a glazed doughnut has 4 grams — can increase health risks . Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day can increase the health risk . +1 1386850 1386805 During 2001 and 2002 , Morgenthau said , wire transfers from just four of Beacon Hill 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . +1 1627107 1626909 House Democrats are planning a series of town meetings throughout the nation this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . House Democrats plan town meetings this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . +0 1803308 1803320 Opponents of the ban also are planning a protest rally at City Hall tomorrow at 1 p.m. to coincide with the scheduled start of the state ban . In New York City , opponents of the ban are planning a protest rally at City Hall Thursday at 1 p.m. +0 2452454 2452645 He left the army for Syria where he received religious training . He moved to Syria , where he underwent further religious training in traditional Islamic beliefs . +0 3322356 3322132 He fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated and in an inferior position . Sen. Thurmond " never acknowledged his daughter and fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated . +1 3368666 3368628 Also Wednesday , a minibus detonated a roadside bomb in a Baghdad traffic tunnel , killing two people and wounding two others , hospital officials said . Also today , a bomb explosion in a Baghdad traffic tunnel killed one civilian and wounded two others , Iraqi police said . +1 2044580 2044599 Buchan responded by first noting that , in crafting the tax relief packages , " the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind . " " In crafting the tax relief packages , the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind , " Buchan said . +1 1245861 1245663 The Ottoman Dignity will carry the oil to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . The cargo was to be taken to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . +1 1944635 1944747 Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 as the bad news hit the US market . Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 , as the bad news from the Women 's Health Initiative hit the US market . +0 660825 660674 Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police used pepper spray and rubber bullets to disperse a downtown march and rally last night by activists protesting an annual police intelligence-training seminar . +1 2726905 2726864 According to SunnComm 's Peter Jacobs , " MediaMax performs exactly as ' advertised ' to the companies who purchased it . " MediaMax performs EXACTLY as " advertised " to the companies who purchased it , " Jacobs said in the statement . +0 1257767 1257817 Swartz , indicted in February , had argued that New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . Swartz had sought to have the charges dismissed , saying New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . +0 114526 114718 Batters faced : Sheets 28 , Vizcaino 2 , DeJean 4 , Clement 26 , Alfonseca 4 , Guthrie 2 , Farnsworth 4 . Batters faced : Franklin 25 , Kieschnick 7 , Foster 2 , Leskanic 3 , DeJean 4 , Prior 28 , Alfonseca 2 , Guthrie 2 , Cruz 7 , Remlinger 6 . +0 1678501 1678046 Police launched an international hunt for Shevaun Pennington after she ran away with 31-year-old Toby Studabaker Saturday . Shevaun Pennington disappeared on Saturday morning after arranging to meet 31-year-old Toby Studabaker . +1 2664285 2664187 Then , suddenly , the ONS reported a fresh 0.6 per cent slump in manufacturing output . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . +1 105896 105906 Qantas issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks yesterday , as the airline warned of more job cuts owing to the ongoing impact of SARS on passenger demand . Qantas yesterday issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks and warned of more job cuts as the continuing affect of the SARS scourge took its toll on passenger demand . +1 1088243 1088213 The company said industrywide sales of consumer film in China during April and May were nearly half of the amount sold during the same two months a year ago . It said sales of film in China during April and May were about half the amount sold in the year-ago period . +0 142836 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach had been carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . +0 3323324 3323339 A Chinese court yesterday jailed two people for life and imprisoned 12 others for organising a sex party involving hundreds of Japanese tourists . A court in southern China yesterday jailed two people for life for organising a three-day sexual romp with hundreds of prostitutes by visiting employees of a Japanese company . +1 832965 832995 It 's one of the nicer rounds I have ever played and the best chance I have ever had of a 59 . " " That 's one of the nicer rounds I 've ever played , and the best chance I 've ever had for a 59 . +0 1447826 1447877 The nurse , age 51 , worked at North York General Hospital . The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . +1 3333313 3333230 Mr. Mask said Mr. Cullen would be taken from the Somerset County Jail by Thursday and moved to the Ann Klein Forensic Hospital just outside Trenton for psychiatric care . Charles Cullen , 43 , was transferred from the Somerset County Jail in Somerville to the Anne Klein Forensic Center , a 150-bed psychiatric treatment facility in Trenton . +1 2695490 2695609 Ohmer ruled the law warranted further review by the Missouri Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . Circuit Judge Steven Ohmer ruled Friday that the law needed a further review by the state Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . +1 1602901 1602885 Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with three sham marriages , is also charged with perjury and filing a false instrument . Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with perjury and filing a false instrument in three marriage applications . +1 2829255 2829229 Muhammad and Malvo , 18 , are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . +1 899514 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy in Bangkok , were among those targeted , " the Singapore statement said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . +1 1911842 1911799 A company spokesman declined to comment further Wednesday , and a Redding Medical Center official didn 't immediately return telephone calls . A Tenet spokesman declined to comment Wednesday and a Redding Medical Center official did not return telephone calls seeking comment . +1 459103 458744 The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . Such was the case Thursday night when the Cleveland Cavaliers won the " LeBron James Lottery , " otherwise known as the NBA draft lottery . +1 2130737 2130858 The organizers of the University Games , which began Thursday , were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to this week 's summit . The organizers of the University Games were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to a crucial summit in Beijing this week . +1 3048010 3047982 " Intel will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law , " he added . Intel said it will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law ( define ) . +1 2046632 2046642 Arthur Benson , attorney for the case 's plaintiff schoolchildren , said he will appeal . An attorney for plaintiff schoolchildren said he plans to appeal . +1 1501926 1502095 He explained that he found Antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 as a post-doctoral research assistant at England 's University of Bristol . He explained that he found antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 while a post-doctoral research assistant at Bristol University in Britain . +0 142840 142678 The bodies of some of the dead , pulled out from under the train , were laid out beside the tracks while emergency services brought in wooden coffins . The bodies of many of the dead , pulled from under the partially derailed train , were laid out by the tracks awaiting identification . +0 46041 45722 " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " he told a packed courtroom during a 45-minute address . " I had no direct interest , and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the operation damaged the state , " Mr. Berlusconi said . +1 529550 529500 The Winston-Salem , North Carolina company opened six stores during the quarter , bringing the total to 282 . Six new Krispy Kreme stores were opened in the first quarter , bringing the total number of stores to 282 . +1 1110096 1110150 Such a step could put the issue before the UN Security Council . The matter could then be sent to the U.N. Security Council . +0 2117310 2117248 Besides Hampton and Newport News , the grant funds water testing in Yorktown , King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . The grant also funds beach testing in King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . +1 762905 763220 Kim Clijsters reached the French Open final for the second time , benefiting from a little luck Thursday to erase a set point and beating unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . Kim Clijsters also reached the French Open final on Thursday benefiting from a little luck to erase a set point and beat unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . +0 127941 127710 However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution and due to the substantial price efforts made " . However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution . " +1 1953419 1953301 The department ordered an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds and a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds . The department ordered a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds , the state 's largest insurer , and an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds , the third-largest . +1 3325149 3325204 The study was published Thursday in The New England Journal of Medicine ( news - web sites ) . The study was published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . +0 472552 472962 On Tuesday , the Nikkei Average dropped 107.08 points , or 1.3 percent , to close at 8,120.24 . The Nikkei Average closed up 42.56 points , or half a percent , at 8,227.32 . +0 147757 147507 Volume was moderate at 827.68 million shares , up from 798.95 million at the same point Tuesday . Volume came to 439.66 million shares , below 450.39 million at the same point Wednesday . +1 2557333 2557303 A magnitude 8 quake hit the area Friday , setting off a fire in another tank that consumed 188,700 barrels , of crude oil . The magnitude 8 earthquake last Friday gutted another tank , consuming 188,700 barrels of crude oil . +1 1353340 1353186 " The European Union is basically absent , " said Tito Barbini , regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy . Tito Barbini , a regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy , criticized the absence Tuesday in Sacramento . +0 327386 327471 The drop in core wholesale prices in April reflected falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boy 's clothes and cigarettes . That was the biggest drop since August 1993 and stemmed from falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boys ' clothes and cigarettes . +1 1662147 1661890 Yunos allegedly prepared the bombs ' wiring while Al-Ghozi reportedly admitted preparing the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packing the explosives , the prosecutors said . Yunos prepared the bombs ' wiring , and Ghozi admitted that he prepared the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packed the explosives , the prosecutors said . +1 566629 566455 Veteran entertainer Bob Hope celebrates his 100th birthday - and many years in showbusiness - on Thursday . Hollywood and the world are gearing up to celebrate legendary entertainer Bob Hope 's 100th birthday on Thursday . +0 919471 919609 Iraq is selling about 10 million barrels of oil that 's currently in storage . Before the war began in March , Iraq pumped about 2.1 million barrels a day . +1 3124187 3124365 A 114-year-old Japanese woman who had assumed the title of the world 's oldest person last month died Thursday , a spokesperson for Hiroshima city said . A 114-year-old Japanese woman who just weeks ago assumed the title of the world 's oldest person died today , a Hiroshima official said . +0 243889 244032 So was Edie Falco , the critically praised co-star of " Frankie and Johnny . " Edie Falco was not nominated for " Frankie and Johnny . " +1 1118215 1118016 All 180,000 DHS employees soon will receive a lapel pin and personalized certificate bearing the seal , DHS said . All 180,000 DHS employees will soon receive a DHS lapel pin and a personalized DHS certificate . +1 2800415 2800348 Althardt said there was no indication that any of the sick children needed to be hospitalized . The sick children have been staying home and Althardt said there was no indication any had needed to be hospitalized . +0 2892951 2893002 Hatab suffered a broken hyoid bone , a U-shaped bone that supports the tongue . Hatab suffered broken ribs and a broken hyoid bone , according to Rawson , who is at Camp Pendleton . +1 1915787 1915766 Until now , sales of the entertainment-oriented PCs have been limited to the United States , Canada and Korea . The computers are currently sold in Canada , the United States , and Korea . +0 1629043 1629019 A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . The federal standard for ozone is 0.12 parts per million . +0 1590795 1590946 A Global Crossing spokeswoman and a Pentagon spokesman declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . +1 2112314 2112367 State Education Commissioner Kent King said Wednesday that the scores on the Missouri Assessment Program tests disappointed him . Missouri Education Commissioner Kent King said he was disappointed by the scores . +1 2339033 2338985 His mother contacted the Federal Public Defender 's office in Sacramento , which has agreed to handle his surrender , she says . His family approached the federal defender 's office in Sacramento Friday about arranging his surrender . +0 1732321 1732340 A $ 50 million plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open was offered Tuesday under proposed funding from state officials . Leaders from the city of Detroit , Wayne County and the Detroit Medical Center must still approve a financial plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open . +1 262371 262926 Dean aides estimated the plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually , and Dean said he would pay for it by eliminating portions of Bush 's tax cuts . Dean said his plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually -- to be paid for by eliminating some of Bush 's tax cuts . +1 3385862 3385839 Meanwhile , Harrison said , investigators were working through the holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply . Investigators worked through the Christmas holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply , Harrison said . +0 1346613 1346701 Added Mr. Prodi : " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strengths and our weakness . " " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strength and our weakness and the reality of the world . +1 2573431 2573609 A jury convicted rapper C-Murder , also known as Corey Miller , of second-degree murder Tuesday night in the shooting death of a 16-year-old in a Jefferson Parish nightclub . Rapper C-Murder has been convicted of second-degree murder , a crime that carries an automatic life sentence , in the shooting death of a 16-year-old inside a Jefferson Parish nightclub . +1 2024850 2024797 Consolidated operating income for the fourth quarter was $ 570 million , up 26 % from the $ 452 million reported a year ago . Operating income rose 26 percent to $ 570 million from $ 452 million in the same period a year ago . +1 1559185 1559091 He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold , Moriarty thought . From the top of the embankment , Moriarty thought , " He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold . " +0 946033 946019 Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . Baz Luhrmann admitted it was a risk , and now the Australian director 's Broadway version of La Boheme will close on June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run . +0 2851764 2851723 FRIENDS of Robert De Niro yesterday rallied around him after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer . Hollywood actor Robert De Niro has been diagnosed with prostate cancer , his spokesman said today . +0 269572 269547 Consumer groups are against the changes , saying they hurt individuality in markets . Consumer groups oppose the changes , saying they would concentrate too many outlets in too few media empires . +1 303693 303371 The bodies of 17 undocumented immigrants who suffocated in a stifling trailer were discovered yesterday at a south Texas truck stop where smugglers had abandoned them . The bodies of 18 illegal Mexican immigrants who died from suffocation and heat exhaustion were discovered on Wednesday in a packed tractor trailer abandoned at a rest stop . +1 2304383 2304361 If convicted of violating the Truth in Domain Names Act , Zuccarini could face up to four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted under the new law , Zuccarini faces a maximum of four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . +1 913945 914112 Dewhurst 's proposal calls for an abrupt end to the controversial " Robin Hood " plan for school finance . The committee would propose a replacement for the " Robin Hood " school finance system . +0 956497 956090 Dynes came to UC San Diego in 1991 after 22 years as a physicist with AT & T Bell Labs . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . +1 1106208 1106294 Lawmakers at the closed-door hearing focused on the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's chemical , biological and nuclear weapons programs . Lawmakers on the House panel will question intelligence analysts at the closed-door hearing about the factors that went into compiling the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's weapons programs . +1 897291 897348 This left the Eurotop 300 benchmark about six points off its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . The left the Eurotop 300 benchmark trading just short of its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . +1 3123765 3123720 One of the 14 Kurds pointed at the word " refugee " in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . +0 448135 448055 The military said it had killed 12 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , for the loss of six soldiers wounded . The military said it had killed 16 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , with one soldier killed and six wounded . +1 1928336 1928826 Last year , he made his first foray into public politics , running a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . Last year , he ran a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . +0 2182439 2182561 Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police officer J.D. Tambe told Reuters , adding 26 of the dead were women . Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police official J.D. Tambe told Reuters . +1 757743 757631 Two convicted killers and another inmate escaped from a state prison on a busy street Wednesday by cutting through a fence , a Corrections Department official said . A convicted killer and two other inmates cut through two fences topped with razor wire and escaped from a state prison on a busy street . +1 3266495 3266390 The court case does not include another rule , which also took effect Nov. 29 , that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . The court case does not involve another rule that that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . +1 1958110 1958079 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 47.9 points , or 0.52 percent , to 9,174.35 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . +1 2124663 2124696 Mitchell Garabedian , an attorney representing many young men who have claimed they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of the jail death . Attorney Mitchell Garabedian , who represents many young men who say they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of Geoghan 's death . +0 238742 238426 Leung faces a sentence of up to 50 years if convicted on all counts . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . +1 1048572 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several families who had hiked up hillsides ahead of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . +1 952419 952394 The company posted a profit of $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents per share , in the year-ago period . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . +1 3249177 3249070 Both sets of findings were presented Dec. 1 at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . +0 246753 246806 Murdoch 's family owns about 30 percent of News Corp. shares . The shares had risen about 16 percent in the past year . +0 2872719 2872536 Duque arrived with Foale and Kaleri but will return to Earth with Lu and Malenchenko . Duque will return with Lu and Russia 's Yuri Malenchenko when they leave the station next week . +0 2257636 2257745 The talks , the first involving Washington and Pyongyang since April , had their share of fireworks . The talks were the first meeting between US and North Korean negotiators since this April . +0 2565147 2565176 The confusion capped a tumultuous week for the list , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . +0 1952940 1953062 The blaze then spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them . The fire spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them as deputies held back firefighters . +1 511204 510624 Among those waiting a turn was Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. , anxiously awaited her turn at the microphone . +1 2447636 2447517 " We can presume that we 've prevented a very large number of infections and some significant amount of clinical disease , " he said . " We have prevented a very large number of infections and a significant amount of clinical disease , " Goodman said . +1 1363185 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast-cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast created a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . +1 2357099 2357114 Consumers still would have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . +1 31099 31002 Wells ’ other series include NBC ’ s ER and Third Watch . Wells ' other series include NBC 's " ER " and " Third Watch . " +0 62543 62830 Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . The sales leave Mr. Turner with about 45 million shares in AOL . +1 1771984 1771964 NASA officials are delicately seeking advice on what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces from Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some shuttle parts on display . NASA officials are seeking advice about what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces of the space shuttle Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some parts on display . +1 673735 673507 Customers can use Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003--available Monday--as a stepping stone to the final release this summer . Customers can deploy Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003 , which is available Monday , as a stepping stone toward the final release , which is due this summer . +0 635287 635027 Air Canada , the largest airline in Canada and No. 11 in the world , has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . The No. 11 airline in the world , Air Canada has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . +1 2240133 2240383 Mr. Sweeney outlined plans for the campaign in a speech last night in Philadelphia at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . Sweeney was to outline plans for the campaign in a speech on Saturday night at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . +1 476702 476605 The fire began about two hours later , the result of an explosion that was likely caused by a steam leak , officials said . The fire began about two hours later after an explosion likely caused by a steam leak , Miami-Dade Police Director Carlos Alvarez said . +1 3243744 3243690 For the entire season , the average five-day forecast track error was 259 miles , Franklin said . " The average track error for the five-day ( forecast ) is 323 nautical miles . +0 758152 758693 He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " " I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law , " he said . +1 1883640 1883973 " Clearly , the debate ( over recent developments ) has had an effect , " says David Smith of the Human Rights Campaign . " Clearly , the debate and the discussion have had an effect , " says David Smith , a spokesman for the Human Rights Campaign . +1 1692641 1692758 The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . California 's lost tax revenue was mostly due to international corporate tax shelters . +1 1381338 1380512 These men " are entitled to respect for their private lives , " Kennedy said . " The petitioners are entitled to respect for their private lives . " +0 2005347 2005797 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . +0 2015421 2015405 The elderly and those with weakened immune systems are also urged to protect against mosquito bites . But for the elderly and those with weakened immune systems , it can be fatal . +1 3247313 3247294 Turkish authorities have said all the suicide bombers were Turks . Ankara says all four suicide bombers were Turkish . +0 306380 306531 Kadyrov was not injured , but four of his bodyguards were among those killed . But Itar-Tass news agency said four of his bodyguards were among those killed by the bomb . +1 54708 54325 Green wrote , The documents show that in one two-month period , Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to cover losses . Over one two-month period , Newsweek said Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to one casino to cover losses . +0 3416357 3416291 A subsequent report claimed that Jackson had actually become a member of the Nation of Islam . Mr. Jackson is not Muslim nor a member of the Nation of Islam . +1 747906 747766 Palm Wednesday announced plans to acquire Handspring , a company started by Jeff Hawkins , regarded by many as the father of the Palm handheld . Palm said on Wednesday it plans to buy Handspring , a company created by renegade Palm co-founder Jeff Hawkins . +1 1820031 1819733 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates will address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . +0 2306029 2306518 Declining issues outnumbered advancers nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Advancers outnumbered decliners by nearly 8 to 3 on the NYSE and more than 11 to 5 on Nasdaq . +1 1834873 1834828 The new system costs between $ 1.1 million and $ 22 million , depending on configuration . The system is priced from US $ 1.1 million to $ 22.4 million , depending on configuration . +1 2020596 2020482 Monday said it has its first customer for its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License for SCO UNIX Rights . SCO says it has signed the first enterprise customer to its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License . +1 1048019 1048301 Patients ' rights advocates crashed it by squeezing into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . It was crashed by patients ' rights advocates who squeezed into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . +0 197690 197747 The dollar fell as low as $ 1.1624 per euro from $ 1.1486 on Friday , and traded at $ 1.1594 at 10 : 15 a.m. in London . The dollar dropped to $ 1.1564 per euro at 7 : 30 a.m. in London from $ 1.1486 on Friday . +0 1696670 1696696 German prosecutors have ruled out any charges in Germany , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . Studabaker told the court he would not contest extradition and German prosecutors have ruled out any charges here , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . +0 45966 45982 The trial is entering a crucial stage as Italy prepares to assume the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . The prime minister is poised to take over the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . +1 355531 355192 " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " Williams said . " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " said U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Cody Williams . +1 306786 306409 There were conflicting reports about the number of casualties yesterday . There were sharply conflicting reports tonight on the death toll . +0 1447754 1447624 The first health-care worker in the country to die of SARS was a Filipina-Canadian who contracted the disease at North York General Hospital , the site of the second outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . +1 129865 129996 Nextel Partners Inc . NXTP.O , which provides wireless phone service , fell 59 cents , or 9.8 percent , to $ 5.41 . Nextel Partners Inc . ( nasdaq : NXTP - news - people ) , which provides wireless phone service , fell 45 cents , or 7.5 percent , to $ 5.55 . +0 746211 745950 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . +1 63310 63399 Tennessee officials are setting up relief services and mobile communications in Jackson after power was wiped out in the town . The state is setting up relief services and mobile communications after power was wiped out in the town . +1 507751 507553 Colin Powell , the Secretary of State , said contacts with Iran would not stop . Secretary of State Colin Powell said yesterday that contacts with Iran would continue . +0 3119781 3119833 The workers accuse General Dynamics of " reverse age discrimination " because of a change in retirement benefits in 1997 . General Dynamics was sued when it changed its retirement benefits in 1997 . +1 769308 769141 South San Francisco 's Genentech , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , rose 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . South San Francisco , Calif . ' s Genentech , the world 's No. 2 biotech company , advanced 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . +1 2168769 2168543 Wyoming and New Mexico both reported two deaths within the past week . Wyoming and New Mexico reported their first deaths from the virus this past week . +0 1319620 1319756 Net revenue rose to $ 3.99 billion from $ 3.85 billion during the same quarter last year . That is up from $ 1.14 billion during the same quarter last year . +0 329386 329403 The April decline was the biggest since October , 2001 . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . +1 1661235 1661308 " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it is not our proposal but I 'm not going to be negative about it " . " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it 's not our proposal , but I 'm not responding to it in a negative way , " he said . +1 893924 894133 Sources within the racing industry have told the Daily Bulletin that Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . Sources in the racing industry said Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . +1 3257537 3257439 Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . The latest shooting linked to the spree was a Nov. 11 shooting at Hamilton Township Elementary School in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . +1 1177406 1177595 Common side effects include nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough , the FDA said . The most common side effects after getting the nasal spray were nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough . +1 228847 229207 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . +1 3062267 3062299 The judge said Congress is the best forum for weighing the prescription drug importation issue . The judge said Congress is the best forum to address the high cost of prescription drugs . +0 228808 229298 NBC will probably end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . +1 228853 228814 Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple whose children move back home after college . Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple with grown children who won 't leave their lives . +1 3245018 3244942 And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration does not have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . +1 2839498 2839484 The European Commission has developed a set of guidelines to help public administrators decide whether to migrate their enterprises to Open Source Software or not . A European Commission initiative has issued guidelines to member governments on how to migrate to open source software on both servers and desktops . +1 1571097 1571032 Thirty-seven per cent of CEOs who expect stronger profits cited reduced costs as the main reason . In addition , 37 per cent of executives who expect to make more money cited reduced costs as the main reason . +0 3327716 3327699 Nine seconds later , it broke the sound barrier and continued its steep powered ascent . Nine seconds later , SpaceShipOne broke the sound barrier , the company said . +0 8570 8599 Aprils unemployment rate is the highest since late last year . Unemployment , at 6 percent , matched the highest since August 1994 . +1 2218066 2218096 " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " said Matthew Daus , chairman of the commission . " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " Matthew W. Daus , the commission 's chairman , said yesterday . +1 1451709 1451722 The NLC advised motorists to stay at home and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . It has ordered motorists to stay off the streets and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . +1 2030916 2030876 The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates at the bar association 's annual meeting here . The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates , who met in San Francisco for the bar association 's annual meeting . +1 516070 516184 Reacting to Thompson 's attack , Ed Skyler , a spokesman for Bloomberg , said the controller 's statements , " while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . +1 670903 670585 New chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one priority for David Jones as part of the review process . Newly appointed chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one issue David Jones would tackle as a result of the review . +0 3091436 3091610 The currency briefly weakened slightly on Monday to trade at 55.34 / 39 , not far from its record low of 55.75 . The currency briefly weakened on Monday morning but rebounded to trade at 55.25 / 29 , little changed from Friday . +1 3413790 3413772 Its former chief Mickey Robinson was fired for cause when he left in September , the company said . Chief Executive Mickey Robinson was fired for cause in September , the company said last month . +1 2605131 2605065 Vivendi shares closed 3.8 percent up in Paris at 15.78 euros . Vivendi shares were 0.3 percent up at 15.62 euros in Paris at 0841 GMT . +1 2157386 2157356 Announcing the selection , Kmart CEO Julian Day said Grey will help the retailer " find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the new America consumer . " Together , we will find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the ' new America ' consumer . " +1 3368636 3368671 Today 's barrage could have been a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of intensified attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . Kimmitt said the operation was a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . +0 3387788 3387707 This year the Audubon Society once again hosts its annual Christmas Bird Count . It 's the National Audubon Society 's annual Christmas Bird Count , now in its 104th season . +0 1528003 1528413 Shiites make up 20 percent of the country 's population . Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . +0 1934638 1934599 Dotson told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . +1 3363503 3363476 Micron has declared its first quarterly profit for three years . Micron 's numbers also marked the first quarterly profit in three years for the DRAM manufacturer . +0 1091684 1091700 The final price will be the lower of a 5 per cent discount to the average trading price over the period or $ 5.50 , the institutional placement price . The final price will be a 5 per cent discount to the volume-weighted average of trading between June 23 and July 11 . +1 1670090 1670141 The Coast Guard airlifted the survivors to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Wetherell said . Soon after , a Coast Guard helicopter landed and took the men to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Mills said . +1 2359373 2359454 Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . +1 617272 617129 " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " said Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal . " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal told the New York Post . " +0 953683 953742 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged up 13.33 points , or 0.15 percent , to 9,196.55 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 7.75 points , or 0.08 percent , at 9,175.47 . +1 2874755 2874734 Google 's investors include prominent VC firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Sequoia Capital , the paper noted . Google 's early stage backers in include California-based Stanford University and VC firms Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital . +1 499144 499197 Since then , Acacia had only had supervised visits with her grandmother , she said . Since then , Acacia has spent little time with her grandmother . +0 831573 831060 The last month has been a whirlwind for an 18-year-old who led his high school team to the Ohio state championship . The last month has been a whirlwind for the 18-year-old from Akron , Ohio . +0 477190 477267 It seemed like an isolated incident , " said Ariel Dean of Washington D.C. , who earned a degree in political science . It seemed like an isolated incident , ' ' said graduate Ariel Dean of Washington , D.C. +1 3198727 3198674 " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " said Steve Baker , an analyst with NPD Group . " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " Baker said . +0 3376153 3376232 Congratulations on being named Time magazine 's Person of the Year . Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . +1 769313 769454 A new study , conducted in Europe , found the medicine worked just as well as an earlier disputed study , sponsored by ImClone Systems , said it did . Doctors concluded Erbitux , the cancer drug that enmeshed ImClone Systems in an insider trading scandal , worked just as well as an earlier company-sponsored study said it did . +0 659409 659543 " People are obviously inconvenienced , " said Dr. Jim Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . +1 2586306 2586687 " I had never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole court process and the media coverage that has surrounded the case . I never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole process and the media coverage that has surrounded it . " +1 2627558 2627665 The US will take on Canada in the third-place play-off in Carson on Saturday . The United States will play Canada in the third-place game Saturday . +0 2930662 2930630 The benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield < US10YT = RR > dipped below 4.20 percent on Tuesday . Prices for Treasury securities also rose , with the yield on the benchmark 10-year note falling to 4.19 percent . +1 14610 14656 The industry groups non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 during the month , up from Marchs reading of 47.9 . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . +0 2093893 2093858 Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , MSBlast continued to spread to new computers on Thursday , but the rate of infection has slowed significantly . Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , the MSBlast Internet worm infected more than 300,000 computers since Monday . +1 1512543 1512569 The nation , Bush said , " will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men . " The United States ``will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men , ' ' he declared . +1 174279 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > advanced 11 points , or 1.25 percent , to 931 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . +1 2613351 2613442 Another recent study shows that about 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and an additional 5 million adults have it but do not know it . Another recent study found that 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and another 5 million adults have the condition but don 't know it . +1 2226521 2226544 A weak cold front could bring thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . As of today , forecasts show a weak cold front bringing thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . +1 330590 330561 " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Minister of Health Twu Shiing-jer told parliament after he tendered his resignation to the island 's premier . " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Taiwan 's minister of health , Twu Shiing-jer , told parliament after tendering his resignation . +1 1448384 1448455 An incremental step reported by researchers at the University of California , San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort . The incremental step , reported by researchers at UC San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort to infect mice with the virus . +0 1954326 1954286 The plan , which Pataki has said is unconstitutional as written , would cost the state $ 5.1 billion over the next 30 years . The plan would cost the state $ 170 million per year over the next 30 years . +1 364462 364510 U.S. prosecutors have arrested more than 130 individuals and have seized more than $ 17 million in a continuing crackdown on Internet fraud and abuse . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . +1 899532 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the ISD that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the government said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . +0 374816 375021 Davey graduated Saturday from Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , with a bachelor of arts degree in religion and philosophy . Davey started attending Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , in 1999 with plans to become a minister . +0 554638 554534 The pressure may well rise on Thursday , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . +0 299108 299205 On Monday , as first reported by CNET News.com , the RIAA withdrew a DMCA notice to Penn State University 's astronomy and astrophysics department . Last Thursday , the RIAA sent a stiff copyright warning to Penn State 's department of astronomy and astrophysics . +1 2565152 2565186 Nottingham found speech is treated unequally because the list applies to calls from businesses but not charities . In that order , Nottingham ruled the do-not-call list unconstitutional on free-speech grounds because it applied to calls from businesses but not charities . +0 343453 343474 " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete , " Barrett said . " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete " with fast-growing economies such as China and India , Barrett said . +0 2786510 2786651 Still , revenues from the extra premiums would not be huge . How would the extra premiums be collected ? +1 3122956 3123183 Some opposition leaders said they would reserve comment until mourning was over , but others called for the immediate withdrawal of troops . Some opposition leaders called for withdrawing troops , but others said they would reserve comment until mourning was over . +1 1912659 1912526 The consumer group generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue from January to June , 53 % of Citigroup 's profit and revenue . It generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue in the year 's first half , 53 percent of Citigroup 's totals . +1 987313 987026 Kiernan testified that Seifert had received a gunshot wound to the back . Seifert , he testified , had a gunshot wound in the back . +0 1575412 1575336 There was no immediate comment from Savage , who did not respond to E-mail requests for an interview . There was no immediate comment from Savage , according to a spokesman at his office in California . +0 2452553 2452635 Sources say agents confiscated " several " documents he was carrying . Agents confiscated several classified documents in his possession and interrogated him . +0 331466 331358 In the ensuing gun battle two Palestinian militants were killed and 17 people were wounded . Two 15-year-olds were also killed by Israeli fire and 17 people were wounded , according to the witnesses . +1 1840733 1840987 " If you have more turnovers , if you 're at the bottom of the league in turnover ratio [ Washington was 29th ] , your chances aren 't good . " If you have more turnovers or you 're in the bottom of the league in turnovers , your chances aren 't very good . +1 853142 853125 Women who eat potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy may be at risk of triggering type 1 diabetes in their children , Melbourne researchers believe . Australian researchers believe they have found a trigger of type 1 diabetes in children - their mothers eating potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy . +1 1964852 1964543 ALBANY , N.Y. State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno announced Friday he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer . LBANY , Aug. 8 Joseph L. Bruno , the State Senate majority leader , announced today that he had prostate cancer . +1 1197054 1196966 " The £ 5m would give BA a considerable return on the £ 5 it originally paid the government for the aircraft . " The £ 5m gives BA a considerable return on the £ 5 they originally paid for Concorde . +1 3159764 3159741 There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved for the treatment of one subtype representing a minority of cases . +1 941632 941989 And when asked if he felt regret or guilt about the attack his answer was an adamant " no " . Asked if he felt any regret about theOctober 12 attack , the answer was an adamant " no " . +0 1367350 1366951 The local people say four Iraqis were killed and four were injured . Witnesses said four Iraqis were killed and 14 injured during the protest and clash with British forces . +0 1084871 1085208 Veteran stage and screen actor Hume Cronyn died of cancer Sunday . Character actor Hume Cronyn , 91 , died Sunday at his home in Connecticut . +0 1454437 1454340 Tongue-in-cheek , it recounts incidents where the Chief Executive and his administration let the people of Hong Kong down . Chief executive Tung Chee-hwa doesn 't answer to the people of Hong Kong . +1 2427943 2427904 The gunman , identified as Harold Kilpatrick Jr . , 26 , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today . " The gunman , 26-year-old Harold Kilpatrick jnr , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today " . +0 1669438 1669602 Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week . A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . +1 1118041 1117981 The new department is charged with patrolling borders , analyzing U.S. intelligence , responding to emergencies and guarding against terrorism , among other tasks . They patrol borders , analyze U.S. intelligence , respond to emergencies and guard against terrorism , among other tasks . +1 3310301 3310210 The broadside came during the recording Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . +1 1611583 1611548 So in his State of the Union address in January , Bush declared that the British government " has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " In his Jan. 28 State of the Union message , Bush said , " The British government has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " +1 2011668 2011806 Several witnesses have told the court Bashir heads JI , accused of seeking to create an Islamic state in the region . A number of witnesses have told the court Bashir heads Jemaah Islamiah , accused of wanting an Islamic state in the region . +0 293974 294012 People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually may be well on their way to hypertension under new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually need to start exercising and eating better , according to new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . +0 2224728 2224687 A 32-count indictment " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , " U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez said . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . +1 867353 867420 The jury also found Gonzales guilty of using excessive force by dousing Olvera-Carrera with pepper spray . Gonzales was found guilty of using excessive force by spraying Olvera with pepper spray . +1 1641945 1642240 The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . There are five ethnic Kurds , five Sunni Muslims , a Christian and a Turkoman . +0 3193117 3193145 Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America 's innocence . Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America ’ s innocence , giving way to the if-it-feels-good-do-it 1960s and ’ 70s . +0 2691868 2691958 Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . Yee grew up in the United States and graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . +1 276533 276461 Militias also attacked local United Nations offices and , according to a United Nations spokesman , have fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . Militias also attacked local U.N. offices and , according to a U.N. spokesman , had fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . +0 3004426 3004295 Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertsons Inc. bargain jointly with Safeway and locked out their union workers the next day . In a show of corporate solidarity , Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertson Inc. locked out their workers the next morning . +1 3117712 3117462 When ex-Mepham head coach Kevin McElroy walked into the court to testify , some of the victims ' supporters turned their backs on him . When varsity coach Kevin McElroy walked into the courthouse with his attorney , the crowd turned their backs on him . +0 104151 104003 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 56.79 points , or 0.67 percent , at 8,588.36 -- its highest level since January 17 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average ( $ DJ : news , chart , profile ) rose 56 points , or 0.7 percent , to 8,588 . +0 2110363 2110345 SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with " ELF " and other slogans , and another was set ablaze in front of a house , Sgt. Tom Wright said . Several SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with ``ELF ' ' and other slogans , said Sgt. Tom Wright . +1 3289883 3289845 The number of public WiFi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 to 85,000 by the end of 2004 , IDC said . Wi-Fi will continue to grow : The number of public Wi-Fi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 , to 85,000 by the end of the year , IDC said . +1 637047 636631 The launch marks the start of a new golden age in Mars exploration . The launch marks the start of a race to find life on another planet . +0 313967 314114 The family owns Cheetahs strip clubs here and in Las Vegas . The searches were conducted simultaneously with raids on strip clubs in San Diego and Las Vegas . +1 1151064 1151081 Brendsel and chief financial officer Vaughn Clarke resigned June 9 . The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . +0 1903325 1903712 Among those awaiting Schwarzenegger 's decision was former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan . A no-go from Schwarzenegger would clear the track for another Republican , former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan . +1 2944743 2944909 As a precaution , NASA instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects in the station 's Russian module . But NASA has instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects . +0 3176511 3176542 National City shares were down 15 cents to $ 32.43 on the New York Stock Exchange . National City 's stock ended the day at $ 32.58 , up 9 cents , in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2688546 2688496 Entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the network 's chokepoints and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . It may be dying because entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the Internet 's choke-points and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . " +1 3122364 3122262 The village last said sorry in 1993 , when it presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots - which cannibals had tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . In 1993 , villagers presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots — which cannibals tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . +1 2948400 2948273 " I came basically to Washington to establish relationships and to make sure that we are getting more federal money to California , " Schwarzenegger said after meeting with congressional Republicans . " I came to Washington basically to establish relationships and make sure we are getting more federal money , " Schwarzenegger said after one meeting . +0 1787945 1787975 Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter , and it ended the quarter with $ 2.2 billion in cash . Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter on a capacity increase of 4.2 percent . +1 1708624 1708562 The vulnerability affects an interface with RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP port 135 , according to Microsoft . The security hole was detected into the section of RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP , Microsoft explained . +1 1496702 1496674 Smith , 59 , is charged with fraud for allegedly filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and with gross negligence for allegedly allowing her access to classified materials . Smith , 59 , is charged with filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and allowing her access to classified materials . +0 2564708 2564917 The proportion of people covered by employers dropped from 62.3 percent in 2001 to 61.3 percent last year . The proportion of Americans with insurance from employers declined to 61.3 percent , from 62.6 percent in 2001 and 63.6 percent in 2000 . +1 737893 737776 Miss Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but what she did , " Mr Comey continued . " Martha Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but because of what she did , " he said . +1 3111198 3111209 THE compact disc could be history within five years after scientists invented a replacement the size of a fingertip . COMPACT discs could be history within five years after scientists made a fingertip-sized replacement . +1 386400 386461 Authorities questioned O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at the self-storage company . Authorities interviewed O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at Customer Storage Rentals . +0 3253618 3253747 The delay comes on the heels of Boeing Chairman Phil Condit 's resignation Monday . On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . +1 2130580 2130592 Fighting erupted after four North Korean journalists confronted a dozen South Korean activists protesting human rights abuses in the North outside the main media centre . Trouble flared when at least four North Korean reporters rushed from the Taegu media centre to confront a dozen activists protesting against human rights abuses in the North . +1 1419079 1418712 GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. Annika Sorenstam drew the crowds , Michelle Wie got the publicity but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. > > Annika Sorenstam and Michelle Wie drew the crowds , but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . +1 1483520 1483646 Founders of the group are Matsushita Electric , Sony , Hitachi , NEC , Royal Philips Electronics , Samsung , Sharp and Toshiba . CELF 's founding members are Hitachi , Matsushita , NEC , Philips , Samsung , Sharp , Sony , and Toshiba . +1 1590814 1590976 Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO employee Carl Griver , who used to work for Global Crossing . Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO Chief Executive Carl J. Grivner , who used to be Global Crossing & apos ; s chief operating officer . +0 3119966 3120204 Roy Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stood accused but unrepentant Wednesday in the same courtroom he recently presided over . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . +1 3436605 3436675 Faced with these circumstances , Halliburton " is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " Sumner wrote . " KBR is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " the document said . +1 1549634 1549576 The three-story brick building has apartments on the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Café downstairs . The three-story brick building houses apartments in the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Caf on its downstairs . +0 1096779 1096224 But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . +1 2465280 2465088 The teenager was in surgery at a hospital and the extent of his injuries was not available , police said . The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . +1 1428179 1428273 But a senior State Department official said : " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify . " " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify , " the official said . +0 1745015 1744908 Yahoo accounts for 159,354 of the BSD sites , with 152,054 from NTT / Verio and 129,378 from Infospace , the survey found . Another 152,054 are from IP services company NTT / Verio , and 129,378 from InfoSpace , the survey found . +0 968701 968645 First Essex , with $ 1.8 billion of assets , employs about 360 people and operates 11 offices in Massachusetts and nine in southern New Hampshire . First Essex operates 20 banking offices in two counties in Massachusetts and three counties in southern New Hampshire . +1 1112037 1111841 Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs , said that Kempthorne has " shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection . " Kempthorne has ' ' shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection , ' ' said Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs . +1 1419980 1420305 Stanford bested a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as 13-year-old phenom Michelle Wie . She did — and then some , besting a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as Wie . +1 1957182 1957155 But those modest gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of 43,000 jobs in Santa Clara County and 18,000 jobs in the San Francisco-Peninsula-Marin area . But those tiny gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of nearly 62,000 jobs in the Santa Clara County-San Francisco areas . +0 1959142 1959245 According to law enforcement officials , the person arrested was a known sophisticated hacker . According to law enforcement officials , the individual decrypted passwords on the server . +1 233102 232964 The stunning art robbery on Sunday was one of the biggest in Europe in recent years . Art historians said it was one of the significant art thefts in Europe in recent years . +1 1463764 1463865 The new orders index rose to 52.2 percent from 51.9 percent in May . The New Orders Index rose by 0.3 percentage points from 51.9 percent in May to 52.2 percent in June . +0 2170845 2170948 Bush turned out a statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and said , " Our journey into space will go on . " Mr. Bush did not discuss this when he issued a brief statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and saying , " Our journey into space will go on . " +1 427090 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared to 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . +1 2112329 2112377 " I would rather be talking about positive numbers than negative . But I would rather be talking about high standards rather than low standards . " +0 2211297 2211254 Pataki praised Abraham 's decision , and LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said the cable should be kept in operation permanently . LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said that meant the cable could be used " as we see fit . +0 3437637 3437279 Mr McDonnell is leading Grant Thornton International 's inquiry into the Italian business . Mr McDonnell wants to establish if the Italian business followed Grant Thornton 's audit procedures . +1 2746747 2746898 The Tuesday Supreme Court announcement stems from an appeal involving Michael Newdow , a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary schoolchildren , hears the pledge recited daily . The Supreme Court justices agreed to hear an appeal involving a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary school children , hears the Pledge of Allegiance recited daily . +0 125001 125313 Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or tougher bans . +1 251333 251101 Immunizing mice with pneumococcusleads tothe generation of antibodies that the researchers think lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . Immunizing mice with pneumococcus means generating antibodies that the researchers believe lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . +0 3214344 3214663 After Freitas ' opening statement , King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel recessed trial until after the Thanksgiving weekend . King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel will then recess the trial until Monday . +1 1900475 1900613 He said McKevitt was " the man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands " . McKevitt is a terrorist , a man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands . " +1 63398 63309 The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 of the state 's 16 fatalities were reported . The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 people were killed . +1 447341 447413 The Ministry of Defence said that " an investigation is being conducted into allegations that have been made against a British officer who was serving in Iraq " . The Ministry of Defence said yesterday : “ We can confirm that an investigation is being conducted into allegations surrounding a British officer who served in Iraq . +1 2799036 2799108 Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if he did not return , the witness testified . Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if anything happened to him as a result of his trip , the witness said . +0 1860144 1860423 Florida Sen. Bob Graham was not identifiable by 61 percent of those polled . Kerry was viewed favorably by 66 percent of those polled ; Dean at 57 percent . +1 3443605 3443540 That kept the records sealed as Limbaugh 's attorneys prepared to file an appeal . A day later , Winikoff sealed the records again to give Limbaugh 's attorneys time to appeal . +1 2426916 2427018 States of emergency were declared in all four states as well as West Virginia , Delaware , New Jersey and Washington DC . States of emergency were declared in North Carolina , Virginia , Washington DC , Maryland , West Virginia , Delaware , Pennsylvania and New Jersey . +1 2397052 2397452 At midnight on Wednesday , 68 percent of voters said " no " to the tax , with 97 percent of the votes counted . With 97 percent of precincts counted tonight , 68 percent of voters opposed the tax . +1 454259 454303 PwC itself paid $ 5m last year over alleged violations of independence rules . In July 2002 , PWC paid $ 5 million to settle alleged violations of auditor independence rules . +1 3280084 3280180 The addition of the house shooting expands the investigation area east by two miles , with the police now examining a seven-mile section of the freeway . The house shooting expands the investigation area east by three kilometres , with the police now examining an 11-kilometre section of the freeway . +0 2845121 2845371 He planned to stay all day until the river crested , which was forecast for late last night . He and the other lawyers planned to stay until the river starts receding . +1 1499455 1499343 Remaining shares will be held by QVC 's management . Members of the QVC management team hold the remaining shares . +1 716902 716604 The New York Yankees took third baseman Eric Duncan from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey with the 27th pick . The Yankees selected Eric Duncan , a third baseman from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey , with the 27th pick . +1 1670781 1670669 Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in San Jose , and authorities said they expected him back in New Hampshire on Tuesday . Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in Santa Clara County Superior Court in San Jose and was expected Tuesday in New Hampshire . +1 912454 912640 " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , " said Silver . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley , ' ' the Silver statement said . " +0 692248 692178 Crews worked to install a new culvert and prepare the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel as storm clouds threatened to dump more rain . Crews worked to install a new culvert and repave the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel . +1 1917207 1917187 The deal , approved by both companies ' board of directors , is expected to be completed in the third quarter of Nvidia 's fiscal third quarter . The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . +0 2685984 2686122 After Hughes refused to rehire Hernandez , he complained to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission . Hernandez filed an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaint and sued . +0 339215 339172 There are 103 Democrats in the Assembly and 47 Republicans . Democrats dominate the Assembly while Republicans control the Senate . +0 2996850 2996734 Bethany Hamilton remained in stable condition Saturday after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . +1 2095781 2095812 Last week the power station ’ s US owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . +1 2136244 2136052 Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..b17fe53ea3 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt @@ -0,0 +1,4077 @@ +Quality #1 ID #2 ID #1 String #2 String +1 702876 702977 Amrozi accused his brother , whom he called " the witness " , of deliberately distorting his evidence . Referring to him as only " the witness " , Amrozi accused his brother of deliberately distorting his evidence . +0 2108705 2108831 Yucaipa owned Dominick 's before selling the chain to Safeway in 1998 for $ 2.5 billion . Yucaipa bought Dominick 's in 1995 for $ 693 million and sold it to Safeway for $ 1.8 billion in 1998 . +1 1330381 1330521 They had published an advertisement on the Internet on June 10 , offering the cargo for sale , he added . On June 10 , the ship 's owners had published an advertisement on the Internet , offering the explosives for sale . +0 3344667 3344648 Around 0335 GMT , Tab shares were up 19 cents , or 4.4 % , at A $ 4.56 , having earlier set a record high of A $ 4.57 . Tab shares jumped 20 cents , or 4.6 % , to set a record closing high at A $ 4.57 . +1 1236820 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . +1 738533 737951 Revenue in the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . With the scandal hanging over Stewart 's company , revenue the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . +0 264589 264502 The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 on Friday . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite .IXIC rallied 30.46 points , or 2.04 percent , to 1,520.15 . +1 579975 579810 The DVD-CCA then appealed to the state Supreme Court . The DVD CCA appealed that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court . +0 3114205 3114194 That compared with $ 35.18 million , or 24 cents per share , in the year-ago period . Earnings were affected by a non-recurring $ 8 million tax benefit in the year-ago period . +1 1355540 1355592 He said the foodservice pie business doesn 't fit the company 's long-term growth strategy . " The foodservice pie business does not fit our long-term growth strategy . +0 222621 222514 Shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , rose more than 2 percent . Shares of Xoma fell 16 percent in early trade , while shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , were up 2 percent . +0 3131772 3131625 Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won overwhelming House approval in March . Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won speedy , House approval in March and was endorsed by the White House . +0 58747 58516 The Nasdaq composite index increased 10.73 , or 0.7 percent , to 1,514.77 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . +1 1464126 1464107 But he added group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . De Sole said in the results statement that group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . +1 771416 771467 He told The Sun newspaper that Mr. Hussein 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum . " Saddam 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum -- especially the schools , " he told The Sun . +0 142746 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach was carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . +0 1286053 1286069 Rudder was most recently senior vice president for the Developer & Platform Evangelism Business . Senior Vice President Eric Rudder , formerly head of the Developer and Platform Evangelism unit , will lead the new entity . +0 1563874 1563853 As well as the dolphin scheme , the chaos has allowed foreign companies to engage in damaging logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . Internal chaos has allowed foreign companies to set up damaging commercial logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . +0 2029631 2029565 Magnarelli said Racicot hated the Iraqi regime and looked forward to using his long years of training in the war . His wife said he was " 100 percent behind George Bush " and looked forward to using his years of training in the war . +1 2150265 2150184 Sheena Young of Child , the national infertility support network , hoped the guidelines would lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . Sheena Young , a spokesman for Child , the national infertility support network , said the proposed guidelines should lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . +0 2044342 2044457 " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " he said , adding the growth could replace jobs lost . " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " said Mankiw . +1 1284150 1284173 The new Finder puts a user 's folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location , providing one-click access . Panther 's redesigned Finder navigation tool puts a user 's favourite folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location . +1 3270389 3270327 But tropical storm warnings and watches were posted today for Haiti , western portions of the Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turk and Caicos islands . Tropical storm warnings were in place Thursday for Jamaica and Haiti and watches for the western Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos islands . +1 2294059 2294112 A federal magistrate in Fort Lauderdale ordered him held without bail . Zuccarini was ordered held without bail Wednesday by a federal judge in Fort Lauderdale , Fla . +0 1713015 1712982 A BMI of 25 or above is considered overweight ; 30 or above is considered obese . A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal , over 25 is considered overweight and 30 or greater is defined as obese . +0 487993 487952 The dollar was at 116.92 yen against the yen , flat on the session , and at 1.2891 against the Swiss franc , also flat . The dollar was at 116.78 yen JPY = , virtually flat on the session , and at 1.2871 against the Swiss franc CHF = , down 0.1 percent . +1 1321918 1321644 Six months ago , the IMF and Argentina struck a bare-minimum $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal that expires in August . But six months ago , the two sides managed to strike a $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal , which expires in August . +1 1239046 1239031 Inhibited children tend to be timid with new people , objects , and situations , while uninhibited children spontaneously approach them . Simply put , shy invividuals tend to be more timid with new people and situations . +1 2907515 2907224 I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , he said Sunday inside the Grand Central concourse . " I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , " Tunick said Sunday . +0 2791650 2791604 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > fell 10.75 points , or 1.02 percent , to 1,039.32 . The S & P 500 index was up 1.26 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,039.32 after sinking 10.75 yesterday . +0 2559762 2559517 Duque will return to Earth Oct. 27 with the station 's current crew , U.S. astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . Currently living onboard the space station are American astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . +1 105493 105432 Singapore is already the United States ' 12th-largest trading partner , with two-way trade totaling more than $ 34 billion . Although a small city-state , Singapore is the 12th-largest trading partner of the United States , with trade volume of $ 33.4 billion last year . +1 1989515 1989458 The AFL-CIO is waiting until October to decide if it will endorse a candidate . The AFL-CIO announced Wednesday that it will decide in October whether to endorse a candidate before the primaries . +0 1783137 1782659 No dates have been set for the civil or the criminal trial . No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . +1 14663 14617 The largest gains were seen in prices , new orders , inventories and exports . Sub-indexes measuring prices , new orders , inventories and exports increased . +1 1692902 1692851 Trading in Loral was halted yesterday ; the shares closed on Monday at $ 3.01 . The New York Stock Exchange suspended trading yesterday in Loral , which closed at $ 3.01 Friday . +0 1480561 1480670 Earnings per share from recurring operations will be 13 cents to 14 cents . That beat the company 's April earnings forecast of 8 to 9 cents a share . +1 3089434 3089441 He plans to have dinner with troops at Kosovo 's U.S. military headquarters , Camp Bondsteel . After that , he plans to have dinner at Camp Bondsteel with U.S. troops stationed there . +1 2538111 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . ( JCP ) and Walgreen Co . ( WAG ) kick things off on Monday . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . +1 1341941 1341915 Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . He added that prosecutors will seek the death penalty . +1 374967 375017 Last year the court upheld Cleveland 's school voucher program , ruling 5-4 that vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents a choice of religious and secular schools . Last year , the court ruled 5-4 in an Ohio case that government vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents with choices among a range of religious and secular schools . +0 2321401 2321455 He beat testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain . Armstrong , 31 , battled testicular cancer that spread to his brain . +1 1356545 1356676 Sorkin , who faces charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice and lying to a grand jury , was to have been tried separately . Sorkin was to have been tried separately on charges of conspiracy and lying to a grand jury . +0 2198036 2198094 Graves reported from Albuquerque , Villafranca from Austin and Ratcliffe from Laredo . Pete Slover reported from Laredo and Gromer Jeffers from Albuquerque . +1 921159 921272 The US chip market is expected to decline 2.1 percent this year , then grow 15.7 percent in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . +1 740726 739960 The group will be headed by State Department official John S. Wolf , who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . The group will be headed by John S. Wolf , an assistant secretary of state who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . +0 284798 284937 The commission must work out the plan 's details , but the average residential customer paying $ 840 a year would get a savings of about $ 30 annually . An average residential customer paying $ 840 a year for electricity could see a savings of $ 30 annually . +1 1041293 1041421 The company has said it plans to restate its earnings for 2000 through 2002 . The company had announced in January that it would have to restate earnings for 2002 , 2001 and perhaps 2000 . +1 2630545 2630577 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . PEP.N were likely to be in the spotlight . Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . +1 1014977 1014962 " The result is an overall package that will provide significant economic growth for our employees over the next four years . " " The result is an overall package that will provide a significant economic growth for our employees over the next few years , " he said . +1 3039165 3039036 Wal-Mart said it would check all of its million-plus domestic workers to ensure they were legally employed . It has also said it would review all of its domestic employees more than 1 million to ensure they have legal status . +1 2674986 2674800 The songs are on offer for 99 cents each , or $ 9.99 for an album . The company will offer songs for 99 cents and albums for $ 9.95 . +1 2193346 2193362 However , the talk was downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow accretive . The talk , however , has been downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow-accretive . +1 149798 149596 Comcast Class A shares were up 8 cents at $ 30.50 in morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The stock rose 48 cents to $ 30 yesterday in Nasdaq Stock Market trading . +0 1490811 1490840 While dioxin levels in the environment were up last year , they have dropped by 75 percent since the 1970s , said Caswell . The Institute said dioxin levels in the environment have fallen by as much as 76 percent since the 1970s . +1 426112 426210 This integrates with Rational PurifyPlus and allows developers to work in supported versions of Java , Visual C # and Visual Basic .NET. IBM said the Rational products were also integrated with Rational PurifyPlus , which allows developers to work in Java , Visual C # and VisualBasic .Net. +1 213302 213135 The Washington Post said Airlite would shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president ’ s appearance . The plant plans to shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president 's appearance , Crosby said . +0 1963350 1963106 A former teammate , Carlton Dotson , has been charged with the murder . His body was found July 25 , and former teammate Carlton Dotson has been charged in his shooting death . +1 3035675 3035707 Several of the questions asked by the audience in the fast-paced forum were new to the candidates . Several of the audience questions were new to the candidates as well . +1 622300 622384 Meanwhile , the global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll from SARS was at least 767 , with more than 8,300 people sickened since the virus first appeared in southern China in November . +0 962311 962987 The battles marked day four of a U.S. sweep to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . Twenty-seven Iraqis were killed , pushing the number of opposition deaths to about 100 in a U.S. operation to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . +0 2506257 2506206 The women then had follow-up examinations after five , 12 and 24 years . The women had follow-up examinations in 1974-75 , 1980-81 and 1992-93 , but were not asked about stress again . +0 221038 221083 The Embraer jets are scheduled to be delivered by September 2006 . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . +1 1097577 1097664 Contrary to what PeopleSoft management would have you believe , Oracle intends to fully support PeopleSoft customers and products for many years to come . " Ellison said that contrary to the contentions of PeopleSoft management , Oracle intends to " fully support PeopleSoft customers and products " for many years to come . +0 218017 218035 Application Intelligence will be included as part of the company 's SmartDefense application , which is included with Firewall-1 . The new application intelligence features will be available June 3 and are included with the SmartDefense product , which comes with FireWall-1 . +0 2277501 2277502 American Masters : Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin ( Wed . Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " +1 423245 423228 The downtime , to take place in May and June , is expected to cut production by 60 million to 70 million board feet . The downtime is expected to take 60 million to 70 million board feet out of the companys system . +1 1336931 1336883 On July 3 , Troy is expected to be sentenced to life in prison without parole . Troy faces life in prison without parole at his July 30 sentencing . +1 2208366 2208492 The University of Michigan released a new undergraduate admission process Thursday , dropping a point system the U.S. Supreme Court found unconstitutional in June . The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . +1 2405153 2405189 The processors were announced in San Jose at the Intel Developer Forum . The new processor was unveiled at the Intel Developer Forum 2003 in San Jose , Calif . +0 3334905 3334946 The Justice Department filed suit Thursday against the state of Mississippi for failing to end what federal officials call " disturbing " abuse of juveniles and " unconscionable " conditions at two state-run facilities . The Justice Department filed a civil rights lawsuit Thursday against the state of Mississippi , alleging abuse of juvenile offenders at two state-run facilities . +1 1641162 1641062 It said the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gasses to penetrate the ship 's thermal armor during Columbia 's ill-fated reentry . The document says the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gases to penetrate Columbia 's thermal armour during its fatal re-entry . +1 244062 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength _ and getting seven Tony nominations _ was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , " Long Day 's Journey Into Night . " Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " +1 1439663 1439808 The top rate will go to 4.45 percent for all residents with taxable incomes above $ 500,000 . For residents with incomes above $ 500,000 , the income-tax rate will increase to 4.45 percent . +1 2070455 2070493 But Secretary of State Colin Powell brushed off this possibility Wednesday . Secretary of State Colin Powell last week ruled out a non-aggression treaty . +1 1996069 1996101 Thomas and Tauzin say , as do many doctors , that the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . Like many doctors , Mr. Thomas and Mr. Tauzin say the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . +1 23807 23792 Based on experience elsewhere , it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , he added . U.S. military officials have said it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , based on experiences elsewhere in the world . +1 3147370 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . +1 1211287 1210972 The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions around the world , received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration yesterday . The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions of Americans , received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday . +1 3300040 3299992 The delegates said raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . Bin Laden ’ s men pointed out that raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . +1 2512758 2512692 FBI agents arrested a former partner of Big Four accounting firm Ernst & Young ERNY.UL on criminal charges of obstructing federal investigations , U.S. officials said on Thursday . A former partner of accountancy firm Ernst & Young was yesterday arrested by FBI agents in the US on charges of obstructing federal investigations . +0 3183829 3183863 Kelly will begin meetings with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov in Washington on Monday . Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov said in Moscow Tuesday a firm date would be fixed by this months end . +1 3257588 3257537 The latest shooting linked to the spree was a November 11 shooting at Hamilton Central Elementary School in Obetz , about 3km from the freeway . Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . +0 524136 524119 " Sanitation is poor ... there could be typhoid and cholera , " he said . " Sanitation is poor , drinking water is generally left behind . . . there could be typhoid and cholera . " +0 1321343 1321577 The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended down 128 points , or 1.4 % , at 9073 , while the Nasdaq fell 34 points , or 2.1 % , to 1610 . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 3.90 , or 0.04 percent , at 9,113.75 , having gained 36.90 on Tuesday . +1 2560856 2560808 PDC will also almost certainly fan the flames of speculation about Longhorn 's release . PDC will also almost certainly reignite speculation about release dates of Microsoft 's new products . +1 2728434 2728420 Sales - a figure watched closely as a barometer of its health - rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts had predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . +1 3277643 3277659 NEC is pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including health care and hospitality . NEC 's pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including healthcare and hospitality , a company spokesman said . +1 2621134 2621174 Elena Slough , considered to be the nation 's oldest person and the third oldest person in the world , died early Sunday morning . ELENA Slough , considered to be the oldest person in the US and the third oldest person in the world , has died . +1 2529661 2529575 " We are declaring war on sexual harassment and sexual assault . " We have declared war on sexual assault and sexual harassment , " Rosa said . +0 953744 953727 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . +0 1268733 1268445 The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . +0 969512 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +1 304482 304430 El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers fiercely resisted the army assault this morning , firing Kalashnikov rifles . El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers put up fierce resistance during the army assault , firing Kalashnikov rifles . +0 472952 472535 But Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) declined 3,000 yen , or 0.65 percent , to 456,000 yen . Sumitomo Mitsui Financial ( JP : 8316 : news , chart , profile ) was down 2.5 percent at 198,000 yen . +0 3119349 3119343 " We 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses . " " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . +1 224868 225233 Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . Shares of Hartford were up $ 2.28 , or 5.2 percent , to $ 45.90 in midday trading . +0 2678208 2678191 This Palm OS smart phone is the last product the company will release before it becomes a part of palmOne . This was almost certainly its last full quarter before the company becomes a part of Palm . +0 1177915 1178039 And they think the protein probably is involved in the spread of other forms of cancer . They researchers say the research could be relevant to other forms of cancer . +1 129193 129302 Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , won approval to restart the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after it admitted falsifying inspection reports . Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , restarted the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after admitting it falsified inspection reports . +1 2843951 2843930 Tuition at four-year private colleges averaged $ 19,710 this year , up 6 percent from 2002 . For the current academic year , tuition at public colleges averaged $ 4,694 , up almost $ 600 from the year before . +0 1849508 1849367 Security lights have also been installed and police have swept the grounds for booby traps . Security lights have also been installed on a barn near the front gate . +1 1685339 1685429 The only announced Republican to replace Davis is Rep. Darrell Issa of Vista , who has spent $ 1.71 million of his own money to force a recall . So far the only declared major party candidate is Rep. Darrell Issa , a Republican who has spent $ 1.5 million of his own money to fund the recall . +1 2624848 2624568 He said that with the U.S.-backed peace plan , or road map , “ in a coma , ” the attack could easily widen conflict through the region . Mr Jouejati said that with the US-backed road map " in a coma " the attack could easily widen through the region . +1 2293340 2293455 A successful attack could be launched within any type of document that supports VBA , including Microsoft Word , Excel or PowerPoint . But this could happen with any document format that supports VBA , including Word , Excel or PowerPoint . +1 2750203 2750153 Officials at Brandeis said this was an " extremely heartrending " time for the campus . " This is an extremely heartrending time for the entire Brandeis University community . +0 2622625 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . +1 1946553 1946598 Fewer than a dozen FBI agents were dispatched to secure and analyze evidence . Fewer than a dozen FBI agents will be sent to Iraq to secure and analyze evidence of the bombing . +1 2216702 2216672 Those who only had surgery lived an average of 46 months . For those who got surgery alone , median survival was 41 months . +1 742090 742015 Tonight a spokesman for Russia 's foreign ministry said the ministry may issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on cooperation with Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . Tonight a spokesman for the Russian Foreign Ministry said it might issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on aiding Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . +1 1795859 1795818 A day earlier , a committee appointed by reformist President Mohammad Khatami called for an independent judicial inquiry into Kazemi 's death . A day earlier , a committee appointed by President Mohammad Khatami had called for an independent inquiry into the 54-year-old photojournalist 's death . +1 2592956 2592914 The suite comes complete with a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation software and other components , while continuing its tradition of utilizing an XML-based file format . The suite includes a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation application ( analogous to PowerPoint ) , and other components -- all built around the XML file format . +1 2845442 2845257 Downstream at Mount Vernon , the Skagit River was expected to crest at 36 feet -- 8 feet above flood stage -- tonight , Burke said . The Skagit was expected to crest during the night at 38 feet at Mount Vernon , 10 feet above flood stage , the National Weather Service said . +0 2305958 2306072 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 18.25 points , or 0.19 percent , to 9,586.71 . +0 2156094 2155607 The Nasdaq composite index inched up 1.28 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,766.60 , following a weekly win of 3.7 percent . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . +1 758342 758501 Physicians who violate the ban would be subject to fines and up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +0 869467 869240 Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . +1 1465425 1464865 For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2.5 . +0 223008 222987 The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . +1 1168132 1167672 Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but it also would apply to doctors providing other services , such as prenatal care , to a pregnant child under 16 . Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but later his office said it also would apply to doctors providing services such as prenatal care to pregnant girls under 16 . +1 1634651 1634798 The United Nations ' International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the allegation after the dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . The International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the uranium assertions after London 's dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . +1 2189818 2189911 Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle 's reentry rushed into the damaged wing , " there was no possibility for crew survival , " the board said . Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle ’ s re-entry rushed into the damaged wing , ‘ ‘ there was no possibility for crew survival , ’ ’ the board said . +1 995311 995560 " The free world and those who love freedom and peace must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he told reporters as he emerged from a church service . " It is clear that the free world , those who love freedom and peace , must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he said . +0 554534 554959 The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . The pressure may well rise today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . +1 14874 14831 Powell fired back : " He 's accusing the president of a ludicrous act , " he said . If so , Powell said , he 's calling the president ludicrous , too . +1 1967578 1967664 The decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in a secret briefing in late July . Scotland Yard 's decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by new intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in late July . +1 317570 317290 The memo on protecting sales of Windows and other desktop software mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . The memo specifically mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . +1 2047034 2046820 Unable to find a home for him , a judge told mental health authorities they needed to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . The judge had told the state Department of Mental Health to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . +1 84518 84541 Also Tuesday , the United States also released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would soon be let go . Meanwhile in southern Iraq , the United States released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would be let go soon . +1 2046630 2046644 The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of the district 's racial balance , facilities , budget , and busing . The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of school busing as well as the district 's racial balance , facilities and budget . +0 706709 706766 The resulting lists led toa CBS special , AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains , hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger . A prime-time special on the list , " AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains " aired Tuesday on CBS . +0 2086071 2086118 Police warned residents on Friday not to travel alone and to avoid convenience stores and service stations stores at night . Police advised residents Friday not to travel alone to convenience stores and to be watchful . +1 2521336 2521360 " We had nothing to do with @ Stake 's internal personnel decision , " Microsoft spokesman Sean Sundwell said . " Microsoft had absolutely nothing to do with AtStake 's internal personnel decision , " Sundwall said . +1 3264615 3264641 Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time of the anthrax attacks . Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time that real anthrax attacks were killing people in 2001 . +1 262374 262921 His plan would cost more than $ 200 billion annually , which Gephardt would pay for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . His plan would cost over $ 200 billion annually and be paid for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . +1 2939925 2939981 There had been fears that the 35 year-old wouldn 't be able to conceive after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . There were fears that Heather would never have children after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . +0 2810464 2810247 On Friday , the Food and Drug Administration approved the use of silicone breast implants with conditions . The drug was approved for use Friday by the Food and Drug Administration . +1 2031076 2031038 Prosecutors said Paracha , if convicted , could face at least 17 years in prison . Paracha faces at least 17 years in prison if convicted . +1 27639 27668 More than half of the songs were purchased as albums , Apple said . Apple noted that half the songs were purchased as part of albums . +0 143800 143664 The ECB has cut interest rates six times over that period , from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent . The ECB has cut rates from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent in that period . +1 1909408 1909429 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . Brian Halla , CEO of NatSemi , claimed the deal made sense for both companies . +1 3034583 3034604 Smugglers in a van chased down a pickup and SUV carrying other smugglers and illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . People in a van opened fire on a pickup and SUV believed to be transporting illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . +1 1257820 1257777 Tyco later said the loan had not been forgiven , and Swartz repaid it in full , with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . Tyco has said the loan was not forgiven , but that Swartz fully repaid it with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . +0 2221603 2221633 In midafternoon trading , the Nasdaq composite index was up 8.34 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,790.47 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 8.59 points , or 0.48 percent , to 1,773.54 . +1 2706551 2706185 While Bolton apparently fell and was immobilized , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . +0 2975580 2975607 The loonie , meanwhile , continued to slip in early trading Friday . The loonie , meanwhile , was on the rise again early Thursday . +1 813945 813925 Ms. Haque , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cellphone with the smiley faces organizing the prom . Fatima , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cell phone organizing the prom . +1 2851677 2851855 But he added that the New York-based actor and producer is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " But he added that De Niro is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " +1 895812 895754 While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost less than $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run significantly more than $ 100 . While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost under $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run well over $ 100 . +1 2534473 2534504 She estimated it would take three months and would require cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . She said it would take an estimated three months to conduct and require the cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . +0 1487731 1487197 Arison said Mann may have been one of the pioneers of the world music movement and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . Arison said Mann was a pioneer of the world music movement -- well before the term was coined -- and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . +1 3285348 3285324 The virus kills roughly 36,000 people in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . Complications from flu kill roughly 36,000 Americans in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . +1 424071 424093 In two new schemes , people posing as IRS representatives target families of armed forces members and e-mail users . Two new schemes target families of those serving in the military and e-mail users . +0 1677100 1677041 Wim Wenders directed a widely praised film of the same name , based on the sessions . A widely praised film of the same name was directed by Wim Wenders . +1 2404345 2404222 Miss Novikova said while there is no standard weight for ballerinas , Miss Volochkova is ' bigger than others ' . Commenting on the firing today , Ms. Novikova said that there was no standard weight for ballerinas but that Ms. Volochkova " is bigger than others . " +1 2485432 2485492 Both have aired videotapes of ex-president Saddam Hussein encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation of Iraq . Both have aired videotapes apparently from deposed Iraqi President Saddam Hussein , encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation . +1 981097 981018 Under the program , U.S. officials work with foreign port authorities to identify , target and search high-risk cargo . Under the program , US officials work with foreign port authorities to seek out high-risk cargo before it can reach the United States . +1 2607361 2607320 And if we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die , too . " Crews are told : " If we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die " , he said . +1 218896 219064 " It 's probably not the easiest time to take over the shuttle program , " he added , " but I look forward to the challenge . " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . +1 313947 313222 As a result , Nelson now faces up to 10 years ' jail instead of life . The verdict means Nelson faces up to 10 years in prison rather than a possible life sentence . +1 434842 434929 With all precincts reporting , Fletcher — a three-term congressman from Lexington — had an overwhelming 57 percent of the vote . With all precincts reporting , Fletcher had 88,747 votes , or 57 percent of the total . +0 3301764 3301492 " His progress is steady , he 's stable , he 's comfortable , " Jack said Tuesday afternoon . " His progress is steady , he is stable , " said Dr Jack . +1 2895172 2895264 Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB intelligence service , the domestic successor to the Soviet KGB . Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB domestic intelligence service . +1 386627 386521 She claimed all the babies were born full-term and died within hours , he said . " What she told our investigators was that all the babies were born full-term and then died within hours , " Hughes said . +1 3440566 3440416 French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin was scheduled to arrive Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday . The French Foreign Minister , Dominique de Villepin , is also expected to attend . +1 853127 853144 They believe the same is true in humans , giving a 30 per cent higher risk of the disease . The researchers believe the same is true in humans , translating to a 30 per cent greater risk of the disease . +0 146481 146276 Total sales for the period declined 8.0 percent to $ 1.99 billion from a year earlier . Wal-Mart said sales at stores open at least a year rose 4.6 percent from a year earlier . +1 1053869 1053207 U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of the events which thrust her into the public spotlight . U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of of the events -- including a police conspiracy to discredit her -- which thrust her into the public spotlight . +1 1026659 1026185 The Saudi newspaper Okaz reported Monday that suspects who escaped Saturday 's raid fled in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca Sunday afternoon . The newspaper Okaz reported that the six suspects arrested Sunday fled the raid in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca . +1 1341925 1342201 Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , did not answer his phone Wednesday afternoon . Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , was not available for comment . +1 2663667 2663623 In Canada , the booming dollar will be in focus again as it tries to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . In Canada , the surging dollar was in focus again as it struggled and just failed to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . +1 2305924 2305736 They are tired of paying the high cost of CDs and DVDs and prefer more flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . " Consumers , tired of paying high prices for CDs and DVDs , are looking for flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . +1 960466 960881 " The bolt catcher is not as robust as it is supposed to be , " the board 's chairman , retired Adm. Hal Gehman , said . " The bolt catcher is not as robust " as it should be , said retired Navy Admiral Harold W. Gehman Jr . , the board chairman . +1 129995 129864 Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the beverage maker to " overweight " from " equal-weight " saying in part that pricing power with its bottlers should improve in 2004 . Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the company to " overweight " from " equal-weight , " saying the beverage maker 's pricing power with bottlers should improve in 2004 . +1 356759 356778 The Interior Minister , Al Mustapha Sahel , said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . +0 919683 919782 The pound also made progress against the dollar , reached fresh three-year highs at $ 1.6789 . The British pound flexed its muscle against the dollar , last up 1 percent at $ 1.6672 . +1 2949437 2949407 The report was found Oct. 23 , tucked inside an old three-ring binder not related to the investigation . The report was found last week tucked inside a training manual that belonged to Hicks . +0 1651582 1651639 Among Fox viewers , 41 percent describe themselves as Republicans , 24 percent as Democrats and 30 percent as Independents . Among CNN viewers , 29 percent said they were Republicans and 36 percent called themselves conservatives . +1 3088078 3087945 Muslim immigrants have used the networks - which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail - to send cash to their families overseas . Muslim immigrants have used the networks _ which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail _ to send stashes of cash overseas to their families . +1 1032643 1032617 Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a Mexican citizen who lives in Harlingen . Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a citizen of Mexico residing in the border city of Harlingen , Texas . +1 1750630 1750716 " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Muqtada al Sadr said in a sermon at a mosque . " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . +1 2891280 2891366 Mrs Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family car to work , so his wife and children had to ride with neighbours . Mrs. Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family 's only car to work , so she and the children had to catch a ride with neighbors . +1 2866295 2866282 Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma today cut short a visit to Latin America as a bitter border wrangle between Ukraine and Russia deteriorates further . The dispute has led Ukrainian president Leonid Kuchma to cut short a state visit to Latin America . +1 822517 822439 For the weekend , the top 12 movies grossed $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from the same weekend a year earlier . The overall box office soared , with the top 12 movies grossing $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from a year ago . +1 1502941 1502927 Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after President Bush ( news - web sites ) proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after U.S. President George W. Bush proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . +0 970740 971209 Friday , Stanford ( 47-15 ) blanked the Gamecocks 8-0 . Stanford ( 46-15 ) has a team full of such players this season . +1 1243593 1243934 " Nobody really knows what happened except me and that guard , " Kaye said , " and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen . " " Nobody really knows what happened there except for me and the guard , and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen , " Kaye said . +0 130656 130644 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 as of 3 : 59 p.m. Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . +1 221462 221512 At the time federal investigators were looking into how CFSB allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . A federal grand jury and the Securities and Exchange Commission were looking into how the company allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . +0 1632415 1632603 Qanbar said the council members would possibly elect a chairman later Sunday . US authorities have said the council would include 20 to 25 members . +1 2451691 2451742 October heating oil futures settled .85 cent lower at 69.89 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . +1 2282608 2282544 By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag of $ 4.4 billion--double that of five years earlier . By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag double that of 2002 : $ 4.4 billion . +0 2677852 2677869 The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a civil fraud suit against the teen in Boston . +1 379724 379692 ConAgra stock closed Monday on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents . ConAgra shares closed Monday at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1156575 1156706 One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device or lock down the device should a user lose it . One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device if a user loses or locks down the device . +1 2745055 2745022 Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . +1 3403347 3403527 " I just got carried away and started making stuff , " Byrne said . Byrne says he got carried away with PowerPoint and just " started making stuff . " +1 2037906 2038005 Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said Dr. Melinda Rowe , Chatham County 's health director . Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said county health director Dr. Melinda Rowe . +1 698720 698772 Handspring shareholders will get 0.09 shares of the parent company , Palm , Inc . , for each share of Handspring common stock they currently own . Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . +1 2359387 2359457 Shares of Microsoft rose 50 cents Friday to close at $ 28.34 a share on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft 's stock was up 50 cents , to $ 28.34 a share in New York yesterday . +1 2403178 2403100 Based on having at least one of the symptoms , most students had been hung over between three and 11 times in the previous year . On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . +1 2205838 2205858 Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , according to the Palo Alto , California company . Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , it said . +1 1669602 1669461 A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , Ga . , began returning last week . +1 919801 919939 In a televised interview on Wednesday , ECB President Wim Duisenberg said it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the 12-nation euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . +1 578807 578726 Teenagers at high schools where condoms were available were no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study published Wednesday finds . Teen-agers at high schools where condoms are available are no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study says . +1 3277653 3277637 Later in the day , however , a former Intel executive turned the tables in a speech where he blasted wireless as being too complicated and too difficult to install . And Thursday , a former Intel exec blasted wireless as too insecure , too complicated , and too difficult to install . +1 661322 661390 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta _ including a blast at the 1996 Olympics _ along with the bombing in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . +0 1586193 1586070 They were found in a stolen van , said James Flateau , a spokesman for the state Department of Correctional Services . State troopers arrested the men in a stolen van at the Jubilee Market on Route 14 in Horseheads , said James Flateau , a Department of Correctional Services spokesman . +1 1200470 1200432 On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50-basis-point cut was most likely . +0 2973611 2973628 Sun was the lone major vendor to see its shipments decline , falling 2.9 percent to 59,692 units . IBM ( NYSE : IBM ) was the fastest-growing vendor , with sales jumping 37 percent to 220,000 units . +1 1941701 1941639 He is one of two Democrats on the five-member FCC , and he is a strong advocate of harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . Copps , one of two Democrats on the five-member commission , has pushed for harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . +0 490219 490021 The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which fell 0.9 percent for the week . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . +1 421009 421091 State media said there were at least 770 dead and over 5,600 injured . The latest toll given by officials to state media was 643 dead and over 4,600 injured . +1 14485 14516 The March downturn was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . A downturn in services activity in March was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . +1 549014 549093 In the first three months of 2003 alone , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 % -- the biggest drop in more than a decade , " Lieberman said . In the first quarter of this year , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 percent - the biggest drop in more than a decade . +1 3326623 3326701 The statistical analysis was published Tuesday in Circulation , a journal of the American Heart Association ( news - web sites ) . Their findings were published Monday in Circulation : The Journal of the American Heart Association . +1 1106490 1106299 President George W. Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . +1 607219 607092 The epidemic began in November in the mainland 's Guangdong province , but the People 's Republic of China refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . The PRC epidemic began in Guandong province in November , but the Communist Party government refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . +0 518130 518082 " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said Andres Rivera Jr . , who was also on the bus . " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said passenger Andres Rivera Jr . , whose 15-year-old niece , Jazmine Santiago , was killed . +1 3092593 3092563 IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38-million euros ( about R300-million ) and the firm had debts totalling about 28-million . IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38 million euros ( $ 43.63 million ) and the firm had debts totalling some 28 million euros . +0 1707092 1707031 The company 's operating loss rose 59 percent to $ 73 million , from $ 46 million a year earlier . Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . +1 1755505 1755464 The agent , Bassem Youssef , filed the lawsuit on Friday in Federal District Court for the District of Columbia . The lawsuit was filed on Friday at the US District Court for the District of Columbia . +0 2199097 2199072 The driver , Eugene Rogers , helped to remove children from the bus , Wood said . At the accident scene , the driver was " covered in blood " but helped to remove children , Wood said . +1 2015140 2014900 " Smallpox is not the only threat to the public 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for smallpox preparedness , " Strom said . " Smallpox is not the only threat to the nation 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for preparedness , " his introductory statement says . +1 1449187 1449290 Mr Abbas said : " Every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . His Palestinian counterpart , Mahmoud Abbas , replied that " every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . +1 1988626 1988386 We remain hopeful that the city will agree to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions on this issue . " Alhart said the governor " remains hopeful that the city will continue to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions . " +1 844524 844667 Later in the day , a standoff developed between French soldiers and a Hema battlewagon that attempted to pass the UN compound . French soldiers later threatened to open fire on a Hema battlewagon that tried to pass near the UN compound . +1 1860173 1860195 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " Lieberman said . " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . +0 3050444 3050380 Gillette shares rose $ 1.45 , or 4.5 percent , to $ 33.95 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Shares of Gillette closed down 45 cents at $ 33.70 in trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1199589 1200000 Even without call center requests , companies using the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . Those that choose the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . +1 1609290 1609098 ONG KONG , July 9 Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered tonight before the legislature building here to call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered yesterday evening to stand before this city 's legislature building and call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . +1 2746028 2746125 About 120 potential jurors were being asked to complete a lengthy questionnaire . The jurors were taken into the courtroom in groups of 40 and asked to fill out a questionnaire . +0 2874608 2874685 Microsoft fell 5 percent before the open to $ 27.45 from Thursday 's close of $ 28.91 . Shares in Microsoft slipped 4.7 percent in after-hours trade to $ 27.54 from a Nasdaq close of $ 28.91 . +0 221078 221002 U.S. Airways ordered 85 Bombardier jets with 50 seats and 75 seats and 85 Embraer jets with 70 seats , it said in a release . Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . +1 1917187 1917262 The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . Nvidia 's acquisition has been approved by directors at both companies , and is expected to close in the Nvidia 's third quarter of fiscal 2004 . +1 1102668 1102548 The 39-year-old Luster initially gave police a false name , but later revealed his true identity . Barrera said Luster gave police a false name immediately after his arrest Wednesday but later revealed his true identity . +0 2115214 2115266 In a statement distributed Friday , 28 Chechen non-governmental organizations said they would boycott the vote . In a statement distributed today , 28 Chechen non-governmental organisations said they would boycott the vote and warned voters to expect fraud . +1 374264 374624 If the companies won 't , their drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . If a company won 't do so , its drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . +1 1597193 1597119 Saddam loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure , as well as frequent attacks on U.S. soldiers . Hussein loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure and attacking US soldiers . +0 199754 200007 " It 's a huge black eye , " said New York Times Company chairman Arthur Sulzberger . " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . +1 1469800 1469789 Singer Brandy and her husband , Robert Smith , have called it quits . Brandy and Husband SplitR 'n'b star Brandy and Robert Smith , her husband of two years have split up . +1 2206809 2206624 She told Murray , " We ... we have ... the fresh air is going down fast ! " " The fresh air is going down fast ! " she screamed at Murray . +1 1970041 1969914 " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising , and the campaign will again in 2004 , " Bush campaign spokesman Dan Ronayne said . " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising and the campaign will again in 2004 , " said Dan Ronayne , a campaign spokesman . +1 20917 20853 On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson said it was " inconceivable " that the airline would resume operations at the base that had employed 1,500 workers , including 1,100 mechanics . On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson conceded that the facility 's fate was inevitable , quashing the hopes of the airline 's 1,500 local workers , including 1,100 mechanics . +0 1837647 1837204 Dotson was arrested Monday in his native Maryland and charged with murder . Dotson , 21 , was subsequently charged with Dennehy 's murder . +1 2758944 2758975 Its closest living relatives are a family frogs called sooglossidae that are found only in the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean . Its closest relative is found in the Seychelles Archipelago , near Madagascar in the Indian Ocean . +1 375678 375561 Another was in serious condition at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale . At Northwest Medical Center of Washington County in Springdale , one child is in serious condition . +1 1122033 1122090 With the exception of dancing , physical activity did not decrease the risk . Dancing was the only physical activity associated with a lower risk of dementia . +0 222911 223008 The 1 5 / 8 percent note maturing in April 2005 gained 1 / 16 to 100 13 / 32 , lowering its yield 1 basis points to 1.41 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . +0 3257010 3257120 Mr. Bush had sought to store his papers in his father 's presidential library , where they would have stayed secret for a half-century . In Texas , public watchdog groups opposed Mr. Bush 's efforts to house his papers at his father 's presidential library , where they would have remained secret for a half-century . +1 1600347 1600451 Williams was White , and four of his victims were Black ; the fifth was White . Four of those killed by Williams were black ; the other was white . +1 2081769 2081787 A hearing on the matter was held Thursday morning in Fulton County Superior Court , marking one of the early steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . A hearing Thursday morning before Judge Elizabeth Long in Fulton County Superior Court marked one of the first steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . +0 384190 384162 Arts helped coach the youth on an eighth-grade football team at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . The boy was a student at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . +1 1815004 1815055 Atlantic Coast will continue its operations as a Delta Connections carrier . It will continue its regional service for Delta Air Lines DAL.N , Atlantic Coast said . +1 707747 707671 " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who is a recent graduate of Parsons School of Design . " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who only graduated from Parsons School of Design last May . +1 1705771 1705922 The flamboyant entrepreneur flagged the plan after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . Sir Richard was speaking after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . +1 716883 716599 Ryan Harvey , an outfielder from Dunedin High School in Florida , was selected with the sixth pick by the Chicago Cubs . Ryan Harvey , a high school outfielder from Florida , was chosen sixth by the Cubs . +0 3407319 3407282 At 8 a.m. Friday , San Joaquin County Sheriff 's deputies found the body of Adan Avalos , 37 . San Joaquin County sheriff 's deputies found 37-year-old Adan Avalos of Riverbank shot to death inside the SUV . +0 1723092 1723130 Technology stocks make up 42 percent of the Nasdaq , which fell 49.95 points , or 2.9 percent , to 1,698.02 . The Nasdaq fell 49.95 points , or 2.86 percent , to end at 1,698.02 , based on the latest available data . +1 516719 516884 Thomas was joined in full by Rehnquist , and in parts by O 'Connor and Scalia . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . +1 3020180 3020057 The bulk of the funds , some $ 65 billion , will go for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan . The bulk of the bill - $ 64.7 billion - goes for military operations primarily in Iraq and Afghanistan . +1 1694765 1694755 The new capabilities will provide IBM customers a way to create , publish , manage and archive Web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and Internet environment . The product will be targeted at companies that need to create , publish , manage and archive web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and internet environment . +1 516797 516591 When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , a UC Berkeley law professor . When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , who teaches law at the University of California , Berkeley . +1 2195720 2195935 A $ 500 million natural-gas-fired power plant , for example , could replace up to $ 100 million in boilers yearly without adding new smog controls . A $ 500 million coal-fired power plant , for example , could replace $ 100 million in equipment yearly without adding new pollution controls . +1 1971109 1970905 On Sunday , the experts will perform the first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident in the United States . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . +0 36516 36820 Shares of AstraZeneca AZN.N , Europe 's second biggest drugmaker , rose 3.71 percent to close at $ 43.05 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of AstraZeneca , Europe ’ s second biggest drug company , rose 3 per cent on the New York Stock Exchange after the news . +1 512669 512160 Gov. Rick Perry has said that while he opposes gambling expansion , he would be reluctant to veto continuation of the Lottery Commission . Gov. Rick Perry opposes expansion of gambling but has said he would be " hard-pressed " to veto the lottery sunset bill . +0 3179542 3179284 " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said . " Things go wrong , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said Wednesday at the Department of Energy . +1 2362699 2362767 Typhoon Maemi later moved out over the Sea of Japan , where it weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . Typhoon Maemi was on Saturday night moving over the Sea of Japan , where it had weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . +1 1396775 1396739 Along with chip.m.aker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , International Business Machines Corp. , Gateway Inc . , Nokia Corp. and others . Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . +1 1828398 1828187 Officials developed plans to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest near the park 's southwest border by dropping incendiary devices , hoping to burn off fuel from the wildfire 's path . Officials tentatively planned to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest by dropping incendiary devices from the air , aiming to remove fuel from the wildfire 's path . +0 660850 660781 At last nights protest , demonstratorschanted " tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail . " Protesters chanted , " Tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail , " put on small skits and danced to drumbeats . +1 2221864 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short-lived or long-lived , " Mr. Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . +1 171025 171076 Some 14,000 customers were without power in the area , Oklahoma Gas and Electric said . About 38,000 OGE Energy Corp. customers are without power , the company said on its Web site . +1 921290 921224 " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 percent " growth rate , George Scalise , the trade association 's president , said in a statement . " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 per cent ' ' growth rate " , said George Scalise , the association 's president . +1 2129222 2128773 Eighty-six seriously wounded U.N. workers were airlifted out for medical care . Eighty-six U.N. workers who were wounded in Tuesday 's bombing were airlifted out for medical care . +1 3214358 3214672 Burns believed that confessing a crime he did not commit was the only way out , Richardson said . To the frightened Burns , Richardson said , confessing a crime he did not commit looked like the only out . +1 2976142 2976104 Phone calls to Spitzer 's office , Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . A message left with Spitzer 's office as well as Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . +1 374383 374044 Instead , the high court said that drug makers did not adequately show why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . Stevens said that the drug manufacturers had not shown why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . +1 2820522 2820367 Medical experts said the condition was mildly worrying but easily-manageable . Medical experts said Blair 's problem was worrying but relatively common and easily manageable . +1 2733221 2733357 Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's Corp. founder Ray Kroc , died Sunday after a brief bout with brain cancer . Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's founder Ray Kroc known for her philanthropy , died Sunday of brain cancer . +1 1711097 1711149 The company has expanded into providing other services for buyers , including payment services . The company has expanded those basic services , offering payment and even financing . +1 2806874 2806929 A Lamar mother arrested Saturday in Colorado Springs is accused of drowning her two children in a bathtub before slitting her wrists . A 32-year-old mother of two is suspected of drowning her children in a bathtub before slashing her wrists in an unsuccessful suicide attempt , police said . +1 1075019 1075000 She was surrounded by about 50 women who regret having abortions . She was surrounded by about 50 women who have had abortions but now regret doing so . +0 2584416 2584653 Cooley said he expects Muhammad will similarly be called as a witness at a pretrial hearing for Malvo . Lee Boyd Malvo will be called as a witness Wednesday in a pretrial hearing for fellow sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad . +1 403037 402971 Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that is cutting jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that has posted huge losses and cut jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . +1 2706183 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . +0 3444060 3444025 The calculation shows that the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza have exceeded the usual number for recent weeks . One is a statistical calculation based on the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza in 122 cities . +1 3419852 3419777 Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute reanalyzed data from more than 2,000 infants who had been treated with radiation for a benign birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute recently went over data from more than 2,000 children treated with radiation for a harmless birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . +0 2866150 2866091 Outside the court , Sriyanto , who faces up to 25 years ' jail , denied he had done anything wrong . Outside the court , Sriyanto denied to The Age that he had done anything wrong . +1 3438803 3438780 The state , which previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , says the policy is designed to reduce stress on its prison staff . The state previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , a practice it says is intended to reduce stress on the prison staff . +1 2068941 2068953 The little girl , the daughter of a teller , was taken to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . Earlier in the evening , the mother , whom authorities did not identify , had brought her daughter to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . +1 1513487 1513246 At least 23 U.S. troops have been killed by hostile fire since Bush declared major combat in Iraq to be over on May 1 . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . +1 3017237 3017177 " Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company said in a statement . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " +1 2852816 2852668 Even later in life , he was still cashing in : lately , he earned money by calling fans on the telephone with the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. Lately , he had earned money by calling fans on the telephone , taking part in the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. +0 2265154 2265322 The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business by around 45 percent to some one-third of total sales . +0 787110 787340 A sign outside the Peachtree Restaurant reads : " Pray for Eric Rudolph . " " Rudolph ate here " , joked a sign outside one restaurant . +1 2173504 2173632 In a statement , the company said both bids would allow Vivendi to " maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " +1 1423378 1423284 In Vienna , the IAEA said ElBaradei would accept the invitation , although no date had yet been set . In Vienna , the International Atomic Energy Agency said on Monday ElBaradei had accepted Iran 's invitation , but said no date had yet been set . +1 811375 811232 Strikingly , the poll saw little difference between women and men in their feelings towards Mrs Clinton . Strikingly , the poll saw very little difference between women and men in their feelings about the former First Lady . +0 1719820 1719843 A 25 percent increase would raise undergraduate tuition to about $ 5,247 annually , including miscellaneous , campus-based fees . The 25 percent hike takes annual UC undergraduate tuition to $ 4,794 and graduate fees to $ 5,019 . +1 2413690 2413644 From July 1 , 2002 , to June 30 , 2003 , the organization said it spent $ 114.3 million but took in only $ 39.5 million . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . +0 1918139 1918289 Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the courthouse grounds before the hearing , which was carried live on national cable networks . Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the town and the short hearing involving the five-time All-Star was carried live on national cable networks . +1 2121942 2121914 The 20 master computers are located in the United States , Canada and Korea , Mr. Kuo said . The computers were located in the United States , Canada and South Korea , he said . +1 3207268 3207178 They said : “ We believe that the time has come for legislation to make public places smoke-free . " The time has come to make public places smoke-free , " they wrote in a letter to the Times newspaper . +1 2186840 2186895 Milwaukee prosecutors charged a church minister with physical abuse in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who died during a healing service . A church minister was charged yesterday in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who suffocated as church leaders tried to heal him at a storefront church . +0 53408 52986 Niels told an interviewer in 1999 he thought the Old Man would outlive him by many years . In 1999 , two years before his death , Mr. Nielsen told an interviewer that he thought the rock face would outlive him by many years . +1 519554 519592 The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched Wednesday outside a Sacramento fire station . Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . +1 563634 563375 Furthermore , chest tightness after exercise and prevalence of asthma were both linked to the amount of time spent at the pool . Chest tightness after exercise and overall prevalence of asthma were also linked to the total amount of time spent at indoor pools . +1 1895295 1895167 British police arrested 21 people early Tuesday in connection with the suspected ritual murder of an African boy whose torso was found in the Thames River . Police have arrested 21 people in connection with the murder of a young Nigerian child whose headless and limbless torso was found floating in the river Thames . +1 243946 243684 Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . Tony winners will be announced June 8 in televised ceremonies from Radio City Music Hall . +1 2158059 2158105 A lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to block the removal of the Ten Commandments monument from the building . Supporters asked a federal court Monday to block the removal of a Ten Commandments monument from the Alabama Judicial Building . +0 1661234 1661305 " I 'm quite positive about it except I wouldn 't want it to cut across anything now occurring and she accepts that , " he said . " I 'm quite positive about it , except that I would not want to cut across things that are now occurring , " he said . +1 86007 86373 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists - this Bush administration has chosen to settle old scores , " Graham said . +0 785613 785760 " I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean , what are you saying , why did you lie to me ? ' " Gulping for air , I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean ? +1 3214303 3214275 Marisa Baldeo stated , however , the authority 's official uniform policy says " they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap . " As of now , they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap , " Baldeo said . +0 2595060 2594823 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . +1 1211461 1211115 Between 50 and 100 persons die annually from these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . Between 50 and 100 people die a year due to these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . +1 2359454 2359412 Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel 's 0.3 percent yield is lower . +1 2396334 2396148 Sean Harrigan of Calpers , the California fund , said : " Today we are trying to pull the pig from the trough . " Today we are trying to pull the pig away from the trough , " Mr. Harrigan said . +1 2086276 2086477 That truck was spotted in the Campbells Creek area , fitting that description , Morris said . A black pickup truck was also seen in the Campbells Creek area , Morris said . +0 365851 365967 Initial autopsy reports show they died of dehydration , hyperthermia and suffocation . Two more died later , and initial autopsy reports show they succumbed to dehydration , hypothermia and suffocation . +0 3389319 3389272 Most of those on board were Lebanese but some were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . Some of the passengers were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . +1 381187 381127 A pamphlet will be issued to the public through major hardware chains , local libraries and on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. It will be distributed through major hardware store chains and local libraries and will be available on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. +1 3133311 3133486 The captain , Michael J. Gansas , was notified yesterday by the city 's Department of Transportation that an agency hearing officer recommended that he be fired . Gansas got more bad news yesterday from the city Department of Transportation - a hearing officer recommended that he be fired . +1 4155 4143 Since then , police divers have searched nearby parts of Long Island Sound looking for the remaining three . Since then , police divers have searched those waters looking for the remaining three . +1 1602860 1602844 He said they lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . Morgenthau said the women , all U.S. citizens , lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . +1 1410958 1410938 Mr. Yandarbiyev resides in Doha , Qatar , and Russian authorities have unsuccessfully tried to have him extradited for nearly two years . He resides in Doha , Qatar , from which Russian authorities have been trying to extradite him for nearly two years . +0 1057006 1057044 In December , he anticipated growth of 5.3 percent to nearly $ 154 billion . In December , he had predicted a 5 percent growth rate . +1 1880897 1880746 Clearly Roman creams of any type do not normally survive in the archaeological record . Clearly Roman creams of any type , paint or cosmetic , do not normally survive ... it 's pretty exceptional . " +0 1825334 1825496 " I 'm taking his office , and we 're gonna keep on building , ' ' he vowed . " " Yes , I 'm taking his office and we 're going to keep on building and keep on fighting , " he added . +1 1201306 1201329 The association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the week that ended June 15 , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . +1 426940 426546 SARS has killed 296 people on China 's mainland and infected more than 5,200 . Throughout China 's mainland , the disease has killed 300 people and infected more than 5,270 . +1 2377834 2377805 " Third . . . we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war [ against Islam ] . " In jihad , we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war ( against Islam ) . " +0 461779 461815 With these assets , Funny Cide has a solid chance to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978 . Funny Cide is looking to become horse racing 's first Triple Crown winner in a generation . +1 1789339 1789525 The company will launch 800 hot spots , or " Wi-Fi Zones , " later this summer , and plans to have more than 2,100 by the end of the year . The service will launch later this summer with 800 locations , and Sprint plans 2,100 locations by the end of the year . +1 2136052 2136150 The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in e-mails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " +1 2778138 2777737 From California , Bush flies to Japan on Thursday , followed by visits to the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . Besides Japan he will visit the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . +0 748187 748228 The transfers would reduce P & G 's worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 . The transfers would reduce P & G ’ s worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 , down from 110,000 several years ago . +1 2232493 2232381 Two Iraqis and two Saudis grabbed shortly after the blast gave information leading to the arrest of the others , said the official . The official , who spoke on condition of anonymity , said that two Iraqis and two Saudis detained after the attack gave information leading to the arrest of the others . +0 707136 707112 In court papers filed Tuesday , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name , saying he had never given his consent for it to be used . In papers filed Tuesday in Manhattan 's state Supreme Court , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name Spike for TNN . +1 3153774 3153722 The church was already grieving the death of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kyran Kennedy , a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . The church already was grieving for the death of a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . +0 1077014 1077138 Glover said the killer used a " peculiar slipknot " on the ligature he used to strangle some of the victims . Glover said the killer used a ``peculiar slipknot , ' ' including a coaxial cable and an extension cord , to strangle some of the victims . +1 3093840 3093801 They weighed an average 220 pounds ( 100 kg ) and needed to lose between 30 and 80 pounds . They weighed an average 100 kilograms and needed to lose between 14 and 36 kilograms . +0 195800 196144 " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. " I don 't see much broken . " " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , a South Dakota Democrat . +0 62641 62810 Media Editor Jon Friedman contributed to this story . Jon Friedman is media editor for CBS.MarketWatch.com in New York . +1 436562 435307 Her putt for birdie was three feet short but she saved par without difficulty . She leaves her birdie putt some three feet short but drops her par putt . +1 2770513 2770488 The test was conducted by the University of California at Los Angeles and Riverside and was paid $ 450,000 from the ARB . The test , conducted by UCLA and UC Riverside , was paid for with $ 450,000 from the ARB . +0 2578315 2578177 Against the Swiss franc CHF = , the dollar was at 1.3172 francs , down 0.60 percent . Against the yen the dollar was down 0.7 percent at 110.73 yen . +0 1477738 1477593 Instead , Weida decided that Meester 's case on charges of rape , sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors should proceed to a court-martial . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . +1 840255 840252 The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. school children . The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. ( 7 : 05 p.m. ) on Sunday , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. +1 833170 833200 Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store near the police station , said many in the close-knit town knew the men who were killed . Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store on Highway 96 , said many in the close-knit town knew the three men who were killed . +0 96043 95895 " Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " Mr Berlusconi said . " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the deal was damaging to the state , " Berlusconi testified . +1 423224 423238 Mills affected by Thursdays announcement are sawmills in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . They are located in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . +1 1438666 1438643 Intel was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel , " spokesman Chuck Mulloy said . Intel spokesman Chuck Mulloy said the company was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel . " +1 1454800 1454816 It was the biggest protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the massacre of democracy activists occupying Tiananmen Square in Beijing in 1989 . Hong Kong has not seen such a protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the 1989 massacre of democracy activists occupying Beijing 's Tiananmen Square . +1 1834832 1834844 The company is highlighting the addition of .NET and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment ( EAE ) with the new mainframe . The company is also adding .Net and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment development toolset , Sapp said . +1 1112726 1112799 Gov. Linda Lingle and members of her staff were at the Navy base and watched the launch . Gov. Linda Lingle and other dignitaries are scheduled to be at the base to watch the launch . +1 1745242 1745319 That information was first reported in today 's editions of the New York Times . The information was first printed yesterday in the New York Times . +1 3261484 3261306 Mr Annan also warned the US should not use the war on terror as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished freedoms " . Annan warned that the dangers of extremism after September 11 should not be used as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished " freedoms . +0 487684 487726 The euro tagged another record high against the dollar on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed solid U.S. economic data . The euro ros further into record territory on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed U.S. economic data showing rising consumer confidence and a strong housing market . +0 1479716 1479628 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +0 2744405 2744474 " It 's going to happen , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . " That really affects the companies , big time , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . +0 71277 71611 The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The seizure at 4 a.m. on March 18 was completed before employees showed up for work that day . +0 2761988 2762223 Bloomberg said on Wednesday that all 16 crew members survived and would be tested for drugs and alcohol . He said the ferry 's crew will be interviewed and tested for drugs and alcohol . +0 1992231 1991706 The moment of reckoning has arrived for this West African country founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . Taylor is now expected to leave the broken shell of a nation founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . +1 1277539 1277527 At community colleges , tuition will jump to $ 2,800 from $ 2,500 . Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . +1 3329063 3328961 However , commercial use of the 2.6.0 kernel is still months off for most customers . Commercial releases of the 2.6 kernel by major Linux distributors still remain months away . +1 1240324 1240337 The Hulk weekend take surpasses the previous June record of $ 54.9-million for Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . It beat the previous record of $ 54.9 set by 1999 's " Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . " +0 71627 71277 The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . +1 2933398 2933345 Its attackers had to fire their rockets from hundreds of yards away , with a makeshift launcher hidden in a portable electric generator . Its attackers had to launch their strike from hundreds of metres away , with a makeshift rocket launcher disguised as a portable electric generator . +1 3035788 3035918 He made a point of saying during Tuesdays debate that the Confederate flag was a racist symbol . Though Dean made a point of saying during the debate that the Confederate flag is a racist symbol . +0 2760910 2760810 In early U.S. trade , the euro was down 1.06 percent at $ 1.1607 < EUR = > . In late afternoon trade in New York , the euro was down 0.83 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1633 < EUR = > . +0 1946147 1946054 " Deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , and Brown 's body was mutilated , authorities said . They were killed over a few days in April 2001 and " deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , authorities said . +0 132553 132725 Bush wanted " to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing , " White House press secretary Ari Fleischer said yesterday . On Tuesday , before Byrd 's speech , Fleischer said Bush wanted ' ' to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing . +0 2259788 2259747 On Monday the Palestinian Prime Minister , Mahmoud Abbas , will report to the Palestinian parliament on his Government 's achievements in its first 100 days in office . Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas must defend the record of his first 100 days in office before Parliament today as the death toll in the occupied territories continues to rise . +1 545820 545924 Also Tuesday , a soldier drowned in an aqueduct in northern Iraq . Another soldier drowned after diving into an aqueduct in northern Iraq , the Central Command said . +0 2307064 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month -- slipping to 6.1 percent -- even as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . +1 3375314 3375284 Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion late Monday in Forsyth Superior Court to have Hunt 's murder conviction thrown out . Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion Monday seeking to have Hunt 's conviction thrown out based on the new evidence . +1 490481 490000 Other data showed that buyers snapped up new and existing homes at a brisk pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . Other data showed sales of existing and new homes grew at a robust pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . +1 767107 767069 But Close wondered whether the package would be worth the cost of licensing the third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . Close also questions whether it would be worth the cost of licensing third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . +1 2168292 2168033 Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , increasing the chances that the effectiveness of the medication will be diffused . Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , a problem that complicates the task of properly measuring effectiveness . +0 2695011 2694981 " I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Mr. Limbaugh told his audience , which numbers 22 million listeners a week . You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide on Friday . +1 2745018 2745058 That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " said Andy Bryant , Intel 's chief financial officer . That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " CFO Andy Bryant told the Associated Press . +1 283615 283692 Seattle Deputy Police Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise here went well , with some aspects , including the communication system linking various agencies , working better than expected . Police Deputy Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise went well , with some aspects , including the communication system between varying agencies , working better than expected . +1 2108841 2108868 Telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . +1 1355591 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " Multifoods chairman and chief executive officer Gary Costley said . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . +0 882790 883117 Three-year-old Jaryd Atadero vanished on Oct. 2 , 1999 while on a hiking trip with a church group . He was on a hiking trip that day with a church group . +1 2106411 2106397 A DOD team is working to determine how hackers gained access to the system and what needs to be done to fix the breach . A DoD team is on site to determine how this happened and what needs to be done to fix the breach , the release stated . +1 121265 121424 Parrado 's aunt believes her nephew , who has served a prison sentence in Cuba , will be persecuted if he is repatriated . Maria Parrado believes her nephew , who served a 12-year prison sentence in Cuba after being arrested in Cuban waters , will be persecuted if he is sent back there . +1 1438940 1438953 The Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday said companies trading on the biggest U.S. markets must win shareholder approval before granting stock options and other stock-based compensation plans to corporate executives . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +1 3046488 3046824 Per-user pricing is $ 29 for Workplace Messaging , $ 89 for Team Collaboration and $ 35 for Collaborative Learning . Workplace Messaging is $ 29 , Workplace Team Collaboration is $ 89 , and Collaborative Learning is $ 35 . +1 86020 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats – international terrorism – this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " Mr. Graham said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " +1 2264198 2264212 Microsoft is preparing to alter its Internet Explorer browser , following a patent verdict that went against the company , Microsoft said Friday . Microsoft Corp. is preparing changes to its Internet Explorer ( IE ) browser because of a patent verdict against it , the company said Friday . +1 3446507 3446446 " It 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM , " she said . " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " +0 1100998 1100441 SARS has killed about 800 people and affected more than 8400 since being detected in China in November . SARS has killed about 800 people and sickened more than 8,400 worldwide , mostly in Asia . +1 2816735 2816723 Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators joined the mechanics in the picket line . Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators then walked off the job in solidarity . +0 869698 869240 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 23.45 points , or 1.44 percent , to end at 1,603.97 , based on the latest data . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . +1 3236313 3236263 The Infineon case began in August 2000 , when Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon counter-sued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . At that time , Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon countersued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . +1 185929 186026 Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent tax on both types of investment income . Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent rate for both capital gains and corporate dividends . +0 1096383 1096756 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 5.53 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,662.91 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . +1 2587263 2587322 " The Princess ' marriage was not set up by force , " said Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies . Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies , said : " The princess 's marriage was not set up by force . +0 3327147 3327230 Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and companion Fran Walsh arrive at the 74th Annual Academy Awards . Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and longtime companion Fran Walsh . +1 1071229 1071350 Hynix CEO E.J. Woo condemned the decision calling the ruling an " outrageous act aimed at a hidden agenda . " Meanwhile , Hynix Semiconductors voiced strong criticism of the United States , calling its decision an " outrageous tactic aimed at a hidden agenda . " +1 2268396 2268480 Authorities had no evidence to suggest the two incidents were connected . There was no immediate evidence that the two incidents were connected , police said . +1 612073 612012 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . The Food and Drug Administration ultimately denied ImClone 's drug application in December 2001 , saying that an Erbitux clinical trial was deficient . +1 448932 449039 Gen. Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force based on ship in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean . General Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force aboard the command ship Mount Whitney . +0 2461162 2461313 Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly said he was satisfied with the reimbursement . Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly did not let the judge 's penny-pinching get him down . +0 219579 219615 AutoAdvice is available as a one-year subscription at $ 400 per CPU , scaling from one to 50,000 CPUs . SAN Architect will run approximately $ 2,400 while AutoAdvice is available with coverage from one to 50,000 CPUs . +1 2190158 2190221 CAPPS II will not use bank records , records indicating creditworthiness or medical records . " CAPPS II will not use bank records , credit records , or medical records , according to Loy and Kelly . +1 1908453 1908347 Moore had no immediate comment Tuesday . Moore did not have an immediate response Tuesday . +1 432251 432116 " Fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to mosques , the Justice Department said . In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . +1 1908277 1908617 Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . Moore has said he plans to appeal the matter to the U.S. Supreme Court . +1 1534422 1534369 " We 're confident that the new leadership will take responsibility for the past actions of the Archdiocese of Boston , " Lincoln said . " We are confident that the new leadership in Boston will be willing to take responsibility for the past actions of the archdiocese , ' said Lincoln . " +0 2982472 2982545 Her body was found several weeks later in the Green River . Aug. 15 , 1982 : Remains of Chapman , Hinds and Mills are found in the Green River . +0 394015 394435 One question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . +0 1984039 1983986 " Jeremy 's a good guy , " Barber said , adding : " Jeremy is living the dream life of the New York athlete . He also said Shockey is " living the dream life of a New York athlete . +0 2697659 2697747 Ratliff 's daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , were adopted by Peterson after their mother 's death . Peterson helped raise Ratliff 's two daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , who supported him throughout the trial . +1 1372366 1372589 Money from Iraqi oil sales will go into that fund which will be controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . Money from oil sales will now be deposited in a new Development Fund for Iraq , controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . +1 1480802 1481397 Car volume fell 8 per cent , while light truck sales -- which include vans , pickups and SUVs -- rose 2.7 per cent . Car volume was down 8 percent , while light truck sales--which include vans , pickups and SUVs--rose 2.7 percent . +1 1491648 1491625 He said he had made it " very plain " to the US that Australia did not support the death penalty . Mr Williams added that the Government had made it " very plain " to the US it did not support the death penalty for Hicks . +1 2895263 2895171 Special police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk , where his plane had made a refuelling stop . Police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday when his jet made a refueling stop in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk . +1 864148 863719 Robert Stewart , a spokesman for Park Place , the parent company of Caesars Palace , said he was surprised by the court 's decision . Robert Stewart , spokesman for Park Place Entertainment , the parent company for Caesars , said the Supreme Court seemed to change the rules for lawsuits . +0 84742 84613 He has also served on the president 's Homeland Security Advisory Council . Last year , Bush appointed him to the Homeland Security Advisory Council . +1 953485 953537 Altria shares fell 2.2 percent or 96 cents to $ 42.72 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +0 2580240 2579902 " And if there is a leak out of my administration , " he added , " I want to know who it is . He added , " There 's just too many leaks in Washington , and if there is a leak out of my administration , I want to know who it is . +0 2175939 2176090 After losing as much as 84.56 earlier , the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 22.81 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,340.45 . In midday trading , the Dow Jones industrial average lost 68.84 , or 0.7 percent , to 9,248.80 . +1 239902 239998 Mascia-Frye works in the state development office . Mascia-Frye oversees European operations for the West Virginia Development Office . +1 1618493 1618463 Representatives for Puretunes could not immediately be reached for comment Wednesday . Puretunes representatives could not be located Thursday to comment on the suit . +1 2250458 2250584 A key to that effort was the company 's introduction of a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust the Korean company . Mr. O 'Neill had a solution : a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust Hyundai . +0 2635000 2634945 ECUSA is the U.S. branch of the 70 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church is the American branch of the Anglican Communion . +1 3238456 3238508 The word Advent , from Latin , means " the coming . " The season 's name comes from the Latin word adventus , which means " coming . " +1 3306448 3306659 The companies said " it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence . " " In creating the game , it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence against such groups persons . " +1 2610846 2610727 Another brother , Ali Imron , was sentenced to life in prison after cooperating with investigators and showing remorse . Another brother , Ali Imron , received a life sentence after he cooperated with the authorities and expressed remorse . +1 1793557 1793618 Most times , wholesalers sold the questionable drugs to one of three huge national distributors that supply virtually all drugs in the country . At one point in the chain , a wholesaler would sell the questionable drugs to one of three huge national companies that supply virtually all drugs in this country . +1 886618 886456 Rumsfeld , who has been feuding for two years with Army leadership , passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . Rumsfeld has been feuding for a long time with Army leadership , and he passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . +1 2754612 2754633 He said it was not possible to rule out that the chemical was a cancer risk to humans . However , it is not possible to say whether it may pose a cancer risk to humans . +0 1617344 1617290 Attorney John Barnett , who represents Morse , showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . After Jackson testified he never touched the officers during the struggle on the ground , Barnett showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . +1 153199 153213 The letter stated that a premature stillborn baby was placed on the bed in a blanket . According to the writer of the letter , the infant was " placed on the bed in a baby blanket " by a nurse . +1 2444519 2444508 Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk said his office received the recordings this week . Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk told Criss Wednesday his office only this week received the recordings . +1 2398178 2398195 " This is a wide-ranging and continuing investigation which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr Spitzer said . " This is a widening and continuing investigation , which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr. Spitzer said yesterday at a news conference . +0 2221435 2221631 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 7.58 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,381.79 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . +1 1332049 1331979 Kyi , a U.N. envoy says , as Japan adds to growing international pressure by saying it will halt its hefty economic aid unless Suu Kyi is freed . JAPAN added to growing international pressure on Burma yesterday , threatening to halt its hefty economic aid unless the military government released pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi . +1 516583 516789 The decision could also prove useful in the " war on terrorism " . Tuesday 's decision could prove useful to the government in the war on terrorism . +0 914018 913889 Currently , the state 's congressional delegation is made up of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Although Republicans now hold every statewide office , the state 's congressional delegation comprises 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . +1 2077064 2077087 In the first stage of the attack , the Lovsan worm began fouling computers around the world . The first stage of the malicious software began Monday , when the Lovsan worm began spreading around the world . +1 395858 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced Tuesdays ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to help . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . +0 2758909 2758887 Only 29 families of frogs are known and most were identified and described in the mid-1800s and the last in 1926 . Only 29 families of frogs are known , most of which were named by the mid-1800s . +1 425412 425310 The survey that found it covered only a narrow slice of the sky . The survey which uncovered the star only covered a narrow slice of the sky . +1 2264210 2264194 However , the standards body warns that changes to Internet Explorer may affect a " large number " of existing Web sites . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . +1 1643239 1643042 Both Blair and Bush have faced accusations that they manipulated intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for military action . At home , the premier has faced accusations that he overplayed intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for war . +1 2330167 2330142 " I think 70 percent of the work is already done , " Tauzin told reporters in the Capitol . " About 70 percent of the work is already done , " Mr. Tauzin said . +1 2030917 2030877 " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal R. Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who led an association panel on enemy combatants . " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who headed an ABA task force on enemy combatants . +0 1091180 1091301 Likewise , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 23 / 32 for a yield of 4.34 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . +0 302467 302688 China has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who breaks their quarantine and intentionally spreads the killer SARS virus . China , haunted by the spread of SARS in its vast countryside , has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who intentionally spreads the killer virus . +1 2011783 2011647 Earlier , they had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar " ( God is Greatest ) as Bashir walked to his seat in the tightly guarded courtroom . Earlier , Bashir 's supporters had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar ( God is Greatest ) " as he walked to his seat . +1 754162 753958 The announcement comes one day after Microsoft ’ s global security chief , Scott Charney , reiterated Microsoft ’ s promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to users . The announcement comes one day after Scott Charney , Microsoft 's global security chief , reiterated Microsoft 's promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to customers . +1 232430 232714 The fighting around Bunia began after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from the town . The fighting begun May 7 after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from in an around Bunia . +1 2759168 2759156 An officer in the People 's Liberation Army selected from a pool of 14 , Lt-Col Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . A lieutenant colonel in the People 's Liberation Army , Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . +0 1288150 1287646 The Yankees , however , had big trouble handling Victor Zambrano ( 4-4 ) for the second straight time . The Yankees wasted no time breaking through against Zambrano ( 4-4 ) in the rematch . +1 2524160 2524303 A former candidate for governor of New York , he styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . Mr. McCall , who ran unsuccessfully for governor of New York in 2002 , styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . +0 1668236 1668179 Yeager said the suspect in the Target attack showed tendencies of being a prior offender . Yeager said the incident appeared to be isolated , but the suspect showed tendencies of being a prior offender . +0 1957823 1957694 Tenet has been under scrutiny since November , when former Chief Executive Jeffrey Barbakow said the company used aggressive pricing to trigger higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . In November , Jeffrey Brabakow , the chief executive at the time , said the company used aggressive pricing to get higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . +1 2007711 2007677 His decision means that the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges against him , will be tried in September . That means the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges , will now to trial in September . +1 1297519 1297825 Meanwhile , rival contender , General Electric 's NBC , submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . Other contenders included General Electric 's GE.N NBC , which submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . +0 513165 513247 Freeman 's civil hearing may be , on the surface , about a driver 's license . Freeman said not having a driver license has been a burden . +1 1909555 1909331 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Brian Halla , National 's chief executive , said in a statement . " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . +1 588637 588864 Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped from 29.4 to 32.6 , while those claiming work was plentiful slipped from 13 to 12.6 . Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped to 32.6 from 29.4 , while those saying work was plentiful slipped to 12.6 from 13 in April . +0 2252795 2252970 He has no immediate plans for television advertising , believing it is unnecessary this early . A Lieberman aide said there were no immediate plans for television advertising . +1 2668688 2668644 The priest , the Rev. John F. Johnston , 64 , of 35th Avenue in Jackson Heights , was charged with aggravated harassment and criminal possession of a weapon . The Rev. John Johnston , 64 , was charged with aggravated harassment in the phone call case and with criminal possession of a weapon , according to a police statement . +1 1851377 1851386 " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition , " said TI General Counsel Joseph Hubach . +1 1641980 1642291 That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process for writing a new constitution and for holding the first democratic elections . That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process to write a new constitution and to hold the first democratic elections . +1 1756329 1756394 " I think it happened very quickly , " Houston Police Department homicide investigator Phil Yochum said of the crime . " I think it happened very quickly , " said Investigator Phil Yochum of the Houston Police Department 's homicide division . +1 299689 299752 Sendmail said the system can even be set up to permit business-only usage . The product can be instructed to permit business-only use , according to Sendmail . +0 2282307 2282491 The Senate Armed Services Committee will hold a separate hearing Thursday . It has not come to a vote yet in the Senate Armed Services Committee . +1 3118600 3118635 The telephone survey had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . The poll conducted between Oct. 24 and Nov. 2 had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . +1 1673112 1673068 United issued a statement saying it will " work professionally and cooperatively with all its unions . " Senior vice president Sara Fields said the airline " will work professionally and cooperatively with all our unions . " +1 3127902 3127435 Tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . +0 770718 770731 The bodies of former Invercargill man Warren Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , were recovered from below Mt D 'Archiac late yesterday morning . Warren David Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , did not return as expected on Tuesday from climbing on Mt D 'Archiac in the McKenzie District . +0 2654770 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathy Gregg to the Student Loan Marketing Association board of directors . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . +1 1093844 1093616 Beckham will receive a yearly salary of $ 10 million plus bonuses , earning him about $ 220,000 a game . Beckham will pocket a weekly salary of about $ 213,000 and earn $ 10 million a year , plus bonuses . +0 1722079 1721812 Deaths in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the number of traffic deaths in 2002 , the agency says . Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . +0 1545909 1546212 This week 's tour will take Bush to Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria , and is aimed at softening his warrior image at home and abroad . In his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa as president , Mr. Bush will visit Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria before returning home on Saturday . +0 126769 126737 Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer will perhaps be the trickiest of all hires because there is such a dearth of good ones . Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer perhaps will be the trickiest of all hires . +1 3142048 3142198 " We have sent a message to the nation that this is a new Louisiana , " she told a victory party in New Orleans . " We have sent a new message out to the nation — that this is a new Louisiana . " +0 2609476 2609428 Five more human cases of West Nile virus , were reported by the Mesa County Health Department on Wednesday . As of this week , 103 human West Nile cases in 45 counties had been reported to the health department . +1 967485 967554 It said the operation , which began on Monday , was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " A statement from the allied command said that the raid was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " +0 229207 229298 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . +1 2357324 2357271 " But they never climb out of the pot of beer again . " It 's just that they never climb out of the beer again . " +0 1438120 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 0.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 slipped 0.02 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 0.8 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . +0 1378077 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners about 8 to 5 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 47037 47072 Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries , including Canada , are held , many captured during the war against in Afghanistan the al-Qaida network . Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries are being held at the Naval base at Guantanamo Bay , many captured during the war against Al Qaeda in Afghanistan . +1 1964547 1964856 " Beginning ; early stages ; not life-threatening ; treatable , " he said at a news conference at the Capitol . Beginning , early stages , not life threatening , treatable , Bruno told a state Capitol news conference . +1 1149319 1149377 Oracle 's offer " undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of stockholders , " PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway said . " Oracle 's offer undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of PeopleSoft stockholders , " said PeopleSoft President and CEO Craig Conway , in the statement . +1 1591361 1591597 Bryant surrendered to authorities on Friday and posted a $ 25,000 bond . Bryant presented himself to authorities last Friday and was released after posting $ 25,000 bail . +1 2568019 2567975 Roberson was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , according to her mother , Shamika Woumnm of Dorchester . She was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , her mother said . +1 2375172 2375137 He says information released about a tarot card left at one shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . He says the release of a tarot card left at a shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . +1 780408 780363 Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . Bryant has said that hike had a greater effect on demand than officials expected . +0 117397 116930 It was the 23-9 Yankees ' third straight defeat - their longest skid of the season . The Yankees are in their first team-wide slump of the season . +0 494836 494848 Solomon 5.5 is available initially in the United States and Canada , for a starting price of about $ 12,700 . Solomon 5.5 is now available in the U.S. and Canada through Microsoft Business Solutions resellers . +1 1278159 1278426 The report released Monday simply says , This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . The document stated : " This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . " +1 2715952 2715935 The SEC said on Thursday its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . Last week the Securities and Exchange Commission said its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . +0 1244546 1244687 History will remember the University of Washington 's Dr. Belding Scribner as the man who has saved more than a million lives by making long-term kidney dialysis possible . Dr. Belding Scribner , inventor of a device that made long-term kidney dialysis possible and has saved more than a million lives , has died in Seattle at age 82 . +0 2590100 2589773 In the United States , 20.7 percent of all women smoke . Nevada is where the most women smoke , 28 percent . +0 585263 585343 But he will meet the French President , Jacques Chirac , privately . They include French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder . +1 2555777 2555594 He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is on the campaign trail . He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is running in the region 's Oct. 5 presidential election . +0 953802 953744 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . +1 1629945 1629901 The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for failing to address the scandal . The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . +1 821523 821385 Robert Liscouski , the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection , will oversee NCSD . NCSD 's chief will be Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection . +1 2555766 2555591 Chechen officials working for the Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels and tension is running high ahead of next Sunday 's presidential election in war-torn Chechnya . Officials in Chechnya 's Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels , and tension is running high ahead of Sunday 's presidential election in the war-ravaged region . +1 1979300 1979257 Columbia was destroyed during re-entry Feb. 1 , killing its seven astronauts . The Columbia broke apart during descent on Feb. 1 , killing all seven astronauts aboard . +1 3292858 3292499 Feral 's group was behind a successful tourism boycott about a decade ago that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . Friends of Animals , which touts 200,000 members , was behind a successful tourism boycott that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . +1 725414 725148 She concludes that what her husband did was morally wrong but not a betrayal of the public . Mrs Clinton said her husband action 's were morally wrong but did not constitute a public betrayal . +0 1687491 1687417 Sen. Bob Graham , Florida Democrat , raised $ 2 million after getting a late start . Further back , Sen. Bob Graham of Florida reported about $ 1.7 million on hand . +1 1315389 1315289 The exam contains four sections and tests a students knowledge of algebra and geometry as well as probability and statistics . The test , in four sections , includes algebra and geometry , along with some questions on probability and statistics . +0 1571024 1571088 Top U.S. executives are feeling increasingly sunny about business conditions and corporate profits , according to a survey released Monday . Business confidence among top U.S. executives hit a 12-month high in the second quarter , according to a survey released Monday . +1 2467980 2467938 Massachusetts is one of 12 states that does not have the death penalty , having abolished capital punishment in 1984 . Massachusetts is one of 12 states without the death penalty , having abolished it in 1984 . +1 1272006 1271919 Taylor 's aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more chaos , a view shared by many in Liberia and , in private , even by mediators . His aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more bloodshed , a view shared by many in Liberia . +1 2304696 2304863 HP 's shipments increased 48 percent year-over-year , compared to an increase of 31 percent for Dell . HPs shipments increased 48 per cent year-on-year , compared to an increase of 31 per cent for Dell . +1 1737201 1737431 Recall advocates say they have turned in 1.6 million signatures to counties . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . +1 2383164 2382951 Mr. Gettelfinger said at that news conference that " we are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " with Ford and G.M. " We are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " he said . +0 85769 85654 Country-music station KKCS has suspended two disc jockeys for playing songs by the Dixie Chicks in violation of a ban imposed after one group member criticized President George Bush . A radio station has suspended two disc jockeys for locking themselves in the studio and continuously playing Dixie Chicks songs , violating the station 's two-month-old ban on the group 's music . +1 1547970 1548372 Their difference was over whether the court should pay attention to legal opinions of other world courts , such as the European Court of Human Rights . Their difference was over whether the court should take into account the legal opinions of other world courts , like the European Court of Human Rights . +0 1834966 1835064 It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had the option of signing on Google 's services . It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had been using Google 's advertising services . +1 1952106 1951806 BOSTON The Catholic archdiocese in Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 clergy sex abuse lawsuits , according to a document obtained by The Associated Press . The American Roman Catholic archdiocese of Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 sex abuse lawsuits involving priests . +1 2727208 2727256 Lewis said that the third-quarter results were driven by deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results , and improved mortgage and card revenues . Deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results and strong growth in mortgage and card revenues drove this quarter 's results . +0 3448494 3448458 Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) scrambled up $ 2.19 , or almost 12 percent , to $ 20.59 . Telecom equipment maker Lucent Technologies Inc . ( nyse : QCOM - news - people ) rallied 43 cents , or 12.3 percent , to $ 3.95 . +1 1179259 1179239 They were not supplied or given to us but unearthed by our reporter , David Blair , in the Foreign Ministry in Baghdad . " They were not supplied or given to us , but unearthed by our reporter " in Iraq 's foreign ministry , he said . +1 758187 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions , but President Bill Clinton vetoed them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . +1 1934902 1935161 Brian Brabazon said his son would get upset but then turn around and befriend his taunters . Her son would get upset , his mom said , but then turn around and befriend his taunters . +1 1057430 1057549 At his sentencing , Avants had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . Avants , wearing a light brown jumpsuit , had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . +0 2636355 2636382 McKnight 's lawyers say there is no proof her cocaine use caused the child 's death . McKnight 's lawyers said she had no intention of harming the child . +1 2734407 2734397 The number of extremely obese American adults - those who are at least 100 pounds overweight - has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . +1 1017924 1017812 The verbal flareup with Keating stemmed from Cardinal Mahony 's initial refusal to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . A verbal flare-up between Keating and Mahony began when the cardinal initially refused to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . +0 3292852 3292493 An animal rights group waited Friday to find out if it has succeeded in putting a stop to a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . An Alaska judge has rejected an attempt by an animal rights group to stop a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . +1 2577533 2577526 The CFTC has been investigating several energy companies , including at least three Colorado companies , for manipulating energy markets by reporting false natural-gas trading prices to industry publications . The federal agency has been investigating whether several energy companies manipulated energy markets by reporting false natural gas trading prices to industry publications . +0 1580731 1580611 " In relation to the second paper , one part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . He went on : " One part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . +0 1910414 1910464 The court then stayed that injunction , pending an appeal by the Canadian company . The injunction was immediately stayed pending an appeal to the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington . +1 2820354 2820518 He was eventually taken to London 's Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock . He was taken to Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock in a procedure called " cardio-version " . +1 758287 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performs the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +1 2531749 2531607 Chirac , who can pardon a law-breaker , refused Humbert 's request last year but kept in close touch with the family . Chirac , who has the authority to pardon law-breakers , refused Humbert 's request to be allowed to die last year but kept in close touch with the family . +0 1810937 1810983 Dotson was taken to Chester River Hospital Center where he stayed overnight . Dotson was taken to an area hospital for a psychiatric evaluation . +1 3010293 3010036 When police removed the four from the home , they weighed 136 pounds combined . Each boy weighed less than 50 pounds when they were removed from the home Oct. 10 . +1 3180014 3179967 The charges allege that he was part of the conspiracy to kill and kidnap persons in a foreign country . The government now charges that Sattar conspired with Rahman to kill and kidnap individuals in foreign countries . +1 1640498 1640420 The second company , temporarily dubbed ``InternationalCo . ' ' , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . The second company , to be called Prisma Energy International Inc . , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . +1 1106648 1106676 He was convicted by a Ventura County Superior Court jury and sentenced in absentia to 124 years in prison . He was convicted in his absence in January and sentenced to 124 years . +1 1278202 1278372 The draft of the report was forthright : " Climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment . " The original report had concluded that ' ' climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment , ' ' according to an internal EPA memo . +0 2750584 2750617 Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as the reconstruction of Afghanistan and Iraq . Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as reconstruction in Afghanistan and Iraq , working in positions from translator to truck driver . +1 726966 726945 In the 2002 study , the margin of error ranged from 1.8 to 4.4 percentage points . It has a margin of error of plus or minus three to four percentage points . +1 530989 530791 Westfield , which owns Galleria in Morley , also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . +1 2733774 2733758 Last year Bloomberg boycotted the parade because he wanted to march with two actors from " The Sopranos . " Last year , Bloomberg snubbed the affair after being told he couldn 't march with cast members of the " The Sopranos . " +1 1758040 1758028 Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . +1 2638861 2638982 Mr. Clinton 's national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said that the White House wasn 't informed of the FBI activities . Clinton ’ s national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said in an interview that the White House was not informed of the FBI activities . +1 3424957 3425063 Like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to 27 December were flat , while the gross margin fell by 2 percentage points , the company said . UK retail like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to December 27 were flat , with gross margin down two percentage points . +1 775197 775031 Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer told The Associated Press . A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . +1 1939247 1939420 " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel efficient and aimed at young families . " " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel- efficient , aimed at young families , " Mr. Cowger said . +0 2465088 2464870 The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . +1 2209500 2209461 The goal will be to reduce congestion by upgrading road , building tollways , facilitating public transit or any other means to improve mobility . The money can be used for road upgrades , tollways , public transit or any other means to improve mobility . +1 2495223 2495307 " This decision is clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Timothy Muris said in a written statement . The decision is " clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Tim Muris said . +0 1497875 1497840 The conservancy helped in the purchase of the land from the Estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . The park service purchased the land from the estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . +0 2939928 2939983 Sir Paul already has three children fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 by his wife Linda , who died from breast cancer in 1998 . McCartney has three children - fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 - by first wife Linda . +0 1757157 1756828 In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit-car theft . +1 424839 424933 SCO has also alleged that the generic Linux kernel contains code which is from its Unix property . SCO claims that the Linux kernel holds Unix intellectual property owned by SCO . +1 941674 941618 But Amrozi did not reveal and was not asked the company 's or his boss 's name . Amrozi did not reveal , and was not asked , the identity of his boss . +1 1254185 1254350 General Jeffery announced he would give his substantial military pension accumulated over 40 years to charity during his stay at Government House . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . +1 2198929 2198650 The rest said they belonged to another party or had no affiliation . The rest said they had no affiliation or belonged to another party . +1 2820268 2820184 Blair himself took the reins of the Labour Party after its leader John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . +1 469248 469124 In 2002 , for example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , between May and October , due largely to terrorism fears driven by headlines . For example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , from May to October 2002 , largely because of terrorism fears driven by the headlines . +0 3224724 3224642 The House and Senate are expected to vote on the omnibus bill in the next two months . The House Republican leadership said it expected to call members back Dec. 8 for a vote on the omnibus bill . +1 2141596 2141567 She said six were from Douglas County , the southwestern Oregon county that includes Roseburg , and two were from the Portland area . Six were from Douglas County , which includes Roseburg , and two from the Portland area . +0 1096232 1096391 PeopleSoft gained 94 cents , or 5.5 percent , to $ 18.09 . PeopleSoft gained $ 1.09 , or 6.3 percent , to $ 18.24 and was Nasdaq 's most active issue . +1 55187 54831 Prosecutors allege that Nichols and co-conspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a bomb that destroyed the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building . Prosecutors allege that Nichols and coconspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a 4,000-pound fuel-and-fertilizer bomb that destroyed the Murrah building . +1 3232514 3232502 A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn from United International Pictures , says that unlike The Matrix Revolutions , he cannot detect any advance scepticism , even within the business . A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn , of United International Pictures , says he cannot detect , unlike The Matrix Revolutions , any advance scepticism . +1 784095 784495 " The law has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses , " Ashcroft said . He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " +0 2561428 2561327 " Canada is a small country , and it needs companies like this , deals like this . " A passionate nationalist , Mr. D 'Alessandro said : " Canada is a small country , and we need more companies like this . " +0 581566 581586 Revenue rose to $ 616.5 million from $ 610.6 million a year earlier . Revenue was up a tad , from $ 610.6 million to $ 616.5 million . +1 679580 679663 The winner of the Williams-Mauresmo match will play the winner of Justine Henin-Hardenne vs. Chanda Rubin . The Williams-Mauresmo winner will play the winner of the match between Justine Henin-Hardenne and Chanda Rubin . +1 1860195 1860074 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . " By its actions , " Lieberman said , " the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war . " +0 758247 758152 I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " +1 2875204 2875289 The House passed a similar measure by a wide margin on Sept . 9 . The House of Representative passed an identical amendment on Sept . 9 , by a 227-188 vote . +0 1700574 1700638 Reuters reported Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report , and the Rev. Al Sharpton reported $ 12,061 in the bank . Former Illinois Sen. Carol Moseley Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report . +0 1211445 1211102 After learning she would no longer get an experimental drug that treated her severe peanut allergy , Allison Smith reacted with panic . The nurse called Allison Smith with the news : The experimental drug that so effectively treated her severe peanut allergy was being taken away . +0 2990665 2990721 Darren Dopp , a Spitzer spokesman , declined to comment late Thursday . John Heine , a spokesman for the commission in Washington , declined to comment on Mr. Spitzer 's criticism . +1 1467440 1467475 Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons - we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser , " he told an industry audience in London yesterday . Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons -- we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser . " +0 2763381 2763517 Terri Schiavo , 39 , is expected to die sometime in the next two weeks in the Tampa-area hospice where she has spent the past several years . Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . +0 173865 173817 Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1537 , a fresh four-year high and up a half cent from around $ 1.1480 in late U.S. trade . +1 1966117 1966021 Three American warships are off the Liberian coast carrying a total of 2,300 marines . There are three warships with 2,300 Marines lingering off its coast . +1 153219 153202 Those involved were allegedly told to never speak of the incident again , according to the letter . The letter said staff was told to never speak of the incident . +0 222569 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped $ 1.49 or 27 percent , to $ 4 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 1317197 1317098 " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction , " PeopleSoft responded . In a public statement , a spokesperson said : " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction . " +1 598388 598429 At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant of tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated - yet went without penality from umpire Lars Graf . At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant to tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated – yet went unpenalised by umpire Lars Graf . +1 1857283 1857419 The Pentagon says it 's a technique that 's been successful in predicting elections , even box-office receipts . The Pentagon insists the technique has successfully predicted elections and even box office receipts . +1 1402178 1402015 Treatment guidelines , many written by medical-specialty organizations , recommend approaches to many ailments , such as painkillers and exercise for arthritis . Treatment guidelines , many written by medical specialty organizations , outline recommended approaches to many common ailments , ranging from painkillers and exercise for arthritis to surgery for breast cancer . +1 427232 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared with 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . +1 1990975 1991132 Secretary of State Colin Powell designated the Chechen leader believed responsible for last year 's hostage standoff in a Moscow theater as a threat to U.S. security Friday . U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell on Friday designated Chechen rebel leader Shamil Basayev a threat to the security of the United States and to U.S. citizens . +1 218969 218921 " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , " Mr. Parsons said at a news conference at NASA headquarters . +1 3035805 3035933 None of Deans opponents picked him as someone to party with , nor was Dean asked that question . None of Dean 's opponents picked him as someone to party with and Dean was not asked the question . +1 2920008 2920256 Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event included business and that some of those attending were Tyco employees . Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event was in large part a business function . +1 2204353 2204418 " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President George W Bush . " " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin ( news - web sites ) and President Bush ( news - web sites ) . " +0 117405 116942 The Mariners torched Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the eighth for four runs and a 12-5 bulge . The Mariners piled on against Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the bottom of the inning . +1 887074 886949 In a statement , the Redmond , Wash . , company said that it was acquiring the " intellectual property and technology assets " of GeCAD . Microsoft said Tuesday it intends to acquire the intellectual property and technology assets of Romanian antivirus firm GeCAD Software Srl . +1 60122 60445 That would be a potential setback to Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . The inquiry may hinder Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . +1 419328 419467 The horrific nature of the attacks is often fueled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . The attacks are often fuelled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . +0 1697711 1697837 The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which Mr O Muireagáin was a member , welcomed his release . The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which he was a member , said he was researching a schools exchange project . +1 895046 895020 A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M declined to confirm how many employees were affected . A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M Records declined to elaborate . +0 3363080 3363246 In that same time , the S & P and the Nasdaq have gained about 3.5 percent . The Nasdaq composite gained 4.78 to 1,955.80 , having edged up 0.1 percent last week . +0 1785022 1785160 On Monday , U.S. Army Pfc. Jessica Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . +1 2953368 2953320 He urged member states that contribute police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . Undersecretary-General for Peacekeeping Jean-Marie Guehenno urged member states contributing police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . +1 2412871 2412758 Other changes in the plan refine his original vision , Libeskind said . Many of the changes are improvements to the original plan , Libeskind said . +1 961836 962243 PeopleSoft also said its board had officially rejected Oracle 's offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . +1 2192289 2192322 The new contract extends the guarantee that his annual pay and bonus will be at least $ 2.4 million a year . The contract sets his annual base salary at $ 1.4 million and his target bonus at a minimum of $ 1 million . +1 1660835 1660765 A rebel who was captured said more than 2,000 insurgents were involved in the attack . A captured rebel said 2,100 combatants had been involved in the offensive . +1 1167817 1167737 Under Kansas law , it is illegal for children under the age of 16 to have sexual relations . In the opinion , Kline noted that it is illegal for children that young to have sexual relations . +0 3140260 3140288 The Dow Jones industrial average ended the day down 10.89 at 9,837.94 , after advancing 111.04 Wednesday . The Dow Jones industrial average fell 10.89 points , or 0.11 percent , to 9,837.94 . +0 3013559 3013501 Aside from meeting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on the sidelines of the Forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . On the sidelines of the Bo 'ao forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and held talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . +1 1720166 1720115 Cortisol levels in the saliva of day care children were highest and rose most steeply in those judged by day care center personnel to be the shyest . Cortisol levels in the saliva of day-care children were highest and rose most steeply in those whom day-care centre staffed judged to be the shyest . +1 1901066 1900994 Fires in Spain 's Extremadura region , which borders Portugal , have forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes . Fires in Spain 's Extramadura region bordering Portugal , and Avila province forced hundreds of people to leave their homes . +1 2573262 2573319 " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head-kicker couldn 't be more wrong , " Mr Howard said . " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head kicker couldn 't be more wrong . " +1 358545 358607 On a planet that takes nearly 165 years to orbit the sun , spring can last more than 40 years . Because it takes Neptune 165 years to orbit the Sun its seasons will last for decades . +1 424643 424716 SSE CEO Marchant said he would sell on Midlands ' power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow British utility International Power Plc IPR.L for 21 million pounds . After the deal SSE will sell on Midlands 's power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow UK utility International Power Plc for 21 million pounds . +0 1353356 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said , adding that 18 countries have adopted biotechnology . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . +1 229248 228887 Crossing Jordan will be back in January after star Jill Hennessy gives birth . NBC also plans to shelve Crossing Jordan until January as star Jill Hennessy has her first child . +1 2181021 2180960 Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university was prepared to keep the campus running with temporary workers and managers doing extra work . Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university planned to keep the campus running with managers and temporary workers performing union workers ' jobs . +1 1050857 1050763 A member of the chart-topping collective So Solid Crew dumped a loaded pistol in an alleyway as he fled from police , a court heard yesterday . A member of the rap group So Solid Crew threw away a loaded gun during a police chase , Southwark Crown Court was told yesterday . +1 1238193 1238167 They passed through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership in 2001 to Syndia . It said the patents were " allegedly " assigned to Syndia in 2001 through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership . +0 41192 41211 Shares of USA Interactive rose $ 2.28 , or 7 percent , to $ 34.96 on Friday in Nasdaq Stock Market composite trading and have gained 53 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . +1 2042707 2042682 We believe them to be without merit , and will defend ourselves vigorously . " We believe it is without merit and we will defend ourselves rigorously . " +1 2221460 2221621 The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , rose 3.28 , or 0.7 percent , to 494.20 . +1 2254053 2254016 The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires like Mr. Schwarzenegger and Mr. Ueberroth , both Republican candidates . The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires such as Schwarzenegger and Ueberroth . +1 1012075 1012032 Dixon put his style on display Sunday afternoon in winning the Honda Indy 225 at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . +1 1090099 1090192 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side may have fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued today that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " +1 1410935 1410955 Among the most recent additions to the list , which to date includes more than 360 groups and individuals , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . The most recent addition to the list , which to date includes 125 names , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . +0 757161 757320 As of Tuesday , almost 250 health-care workers were in quarantine . In addition , 6,800 people were in quarantine and thousands of health-care workers in working quarantine . +1 2109569 2109788 About 1,000 people attended the ceremony , kicking off two days of observances tied to the March on Washington . About 1,000 people came in stifling heat to begin two days of observances tied to the coming 40th anniversary of the March on Washington on Aug. 28 , 1963 . +1 1729705 1729745 Second quarter sales came in at $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million the year before , AMD said . Revenue in the second quarter ended June 29 was $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million a year ago . +1 2225692 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped without injury , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . +0 1787836 1787964 Southwest exercised nine 2004 options and six 2005 options , which were accelerated for delivery next year . Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . +1 1921888 1921873 Professor Hermon-Taylor adds , An unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS ) were also infected with the MAP bug . Hermon-Taylor said an unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS ) may also be infected with MAP . +0 2046226 2046137 Preliminary reports were that the men were not seen together at the airport , sources said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . +0 3041807 3041719 Details of the research appear in the Nov. 5 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The results , published in the Journal of the American Medical Association , involved just 47 heart attack patients . +1 182373 182570 Six countries have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason , the ministry said . Spain , Poland , United Arab Emirates and Lithuania have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason . +0 3435718 3435733 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > tacked on 5.91 points , or 0.29 percent , to 2,053.27 . The technology-focused Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > advanced 6 points , or 0.30 percent , to 2,053 , erasing earlier losses . +1 1082201 1082171 United Airlines plans to become the first domestic airline to offer e-mail on all its domestic flights by the end of the year , the company announced yesterday . United Airways plans to offer in-flight , two-way e-mail on all domestic flights by the end of the year , becoming the first U.S. carrier to do so . +1 524455 524526 Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said it appeared to have veered from its flight path because of the fog . Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said initial information indicated it had veered from its flight path because of fog . +1 2082864 2083180 Meteorologists predicted the storm would become a Category 1 hurricane before landfall . It was predicted to become a Category I hurricane overnight . +1 1678989 1678913 I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker , ' ' Sherry Studabaker told BBC television . I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker . " +1 2251019 2251007 Sweeney said he would formally announce the formation of the new union on Wednesday in Detroit . Sweeney is to formally announce the campaign in a speech Wednesday in Detroit . +1 2738677 2738741 The rate of skin cancer has tripled since the 1950s in Norway and Sweden , according to the study . The study also found that skin cancer nearly tripled in Norway and Sweden since the 1950s . +0 2947200 2947300 Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 290-1 / 2p while Morrison shares rose 1-3 / 4p to 222-3 / 4p in early morning trade . Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 288-1 / 4p in morning trade in London . +1 549224 549434 Emeryville-based Ask Jeeves agreed to sell a business software division to a Sunnyvale-based rival , Kanisa , for $ 4.25 million . Ask Jeeves Wednesday announced it plans to sell its enterprise software division , Jeeves Solutions , to Kanisa . +1 3050823 3051282 " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hate most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . " It went on : " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hated most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . +1 3275436 3275564 A positive PSA test has to be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures before cancer can be confirmed . Before confirming a diagnosis of cancer , a positive PSA test must be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures . +1 2724082 2724346 But Mr. Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . +0 1588251 1588119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index gained 25.75 points , or 1.5 percent , to 1,746.46 , its highest close in about 15 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . +0 2497083 2497357 In 1998 Intel invested $ 500 million in Micron , but later sold the equity it had bought , Mulloy said . Earlier this year , Intel invested $ 123 million in Elpida Memory over two funding rounds , Mulloy said . +1 1499622 1499552 So far , however , only four companies have licensed the protocols , according to the report to the judge yesterday . So far , only four companies have licensed Microsoft 's communications protocols : EMC , Network Appliance , VeriSign and Starbak Communications , the report noted . +1 912352 912568 The speaker issued a one-paragraph statement , saying , " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel J. Michael Boxley , " Silver said . +1 1638813 1639087 We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on 11 September , " Rumsfeld said . Rather , the US acted because the administration saw " existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on September 11 " . +0 779810 779840 In the second quarter , Anadarko now expects volume of 46 million BOE , down from 48 million BOE . Production for the second quarter was cut to 46 million barrels from 48 million barrels . +1 2594771 2594835 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . The Institute 's national manufacturing barometer slipped to 53.7 in September from 54.7 in August . +0 390614 390727 It got up on his personal radar screen this past week , I 've given him my pitch and he was quite supportive , " he said . " It got up on his personal radar screen in the past week , and I had to get my pitch . +0 1462228 1462201 " It 's just too important to keeping crime down , " he said of Operation Impact , which began Jan. 3 . " It 's just too important to keeping crime down in the city to let it lapse , " the mayor said of Operation Impact . +1 1602801 1602232 The couple was granted an annulment in September 2001 and Joanie Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . Joanie Harper and Brothers were granted an annulment in September 2001 , and Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . +1 1605350 1605425 Trans fat makes up only 1 percent to 3 percent of the total fat Americans consume , compared with 14 percent for saturated fat . Trans fat accounts for 2.5 percent of Americans ' daily calories , compared to 11 percent to 12 percent for saturated fat . +1 2494149 2494073 However , a recent slide in prices and OPEC 's expectations of a surge in oil inventories have compounded its fears about a further softening of the market . A 14 percent slide in crude prices this month and expectations of a build up in oil inventories compounded OPEC 's fears of a further softening of the market . +0 333586 333691 Iraq 's economy was ravaged during years of U.N. sanctions over ex-president Saddam Hussein 's 1990 occupation of Kuwait and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . Iraq 's economy was shattered under former president Saddam Hussein and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . +0 927971 927923 Nationwide , severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 5,300 people , about two-thirds of world 's total , and killed 343 of them . Severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 8,300 worldwide and killed at least 790 , most of them in Asia . +0 2122781 2122817 Under the settlement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million in equal installments over a period of 10 years . Under the agreement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million and Monsanto will pay $ 390 million . +1 3416793 3416659 Smith found the cigarette tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , meaning the tribe is simply an agent for collecting a tax . Smith ruled that the state 's tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , making the tribe simply an agent for collecting the tax . +1 1703383 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a Bloomfield Township parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . +0 1842916 1842855 After Mao 's death in 1976 , Madame Mao was sentenced to life imprisonment for her role in the oppressive Cultural Revolution . After Mao 's death in 1976 , she was tried and sentenced to death , later commuted to life . +0 2333634 2333613 Six vehicles , including one belonging to the army , were damaged in the powerful explosion . Several passing vehicles and an adjacent shop were also damaged in the explosion . +0 3436564 3436580 If convicted , they face up to five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine on each of the 11 counts . If convicted , each faces up to five years in prison and a fine of $ 250,000 or more based on the amount of gains involved . +1 2767189 2767088 There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to outnumber those who accept it by around 20 to 17 . There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to be in the majority . +1 3023029 3023229 Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . Peterson , 31 , is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the slayings of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son , Conner . +1 497592 497567 " Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate [ to demonstrate a vulnerability ] without building in the reproductive sequences . Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate without building in the reproductive sequences . " +1 2222013 2222000 In other words , Cablevision is obligated to pay for YES Network 's lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . Ironically , Cablevision will be footing the bill for YES ' lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . +0 142757 142681 Germany 's Foreign Ministry said it believed the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein , but had no further details . Germany said most of the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein . +1 556817 556894 A gunman who had ``a beef with the Postal Service ' ' stormed into a suburban post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , authorities said . A gunman stormed into the Lakeside post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , San Diego County authorities said . +1 2081069 2081132 The agency will " consider as timely any tax returns or payments due " Aug. 15 if they are submitted by Aug. 22 . The agency said it would consider as timely any tax returns or payments due from Friday through Aug. 22 if they are completed by Aug. 22 . +1 52697 52210 Appleton said police continue to hold out the possibility that more than one person was involved in the poisonings . He said investigators have not ruled out the possibility that more than one person was behind the poisonings . +1 1821953 1822072 " My judgment is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " +1 1910298 1910189 Shares of Microsoft fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft shares ( MSFT : news , chart , profile ) fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 . +1 1084673 1084603 His other films include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam " and " Jungle Fever . " His movies include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam , " " Jungle Fever " and " Do the Right Thing . " +1 386392 386453 She was arraigned in New York state on three counts of murder and ordered held without bail . She was arraigned on three counts of second-degree murder and ordered held without bail in Sullivan County Jail . +1 1125577 1125579 He acted as an international executive producer on Who Wants to be a Millionaire and The Weakest Link . A Melbourne TV producer who worked on shows including Who Wants To Be a Millionaire ? +1 1351550 1351155 Carlson on Tuesday said he would not recuse himself from the case . Service officials said Carlson refused to recuse himself from the case . +1 1784357 1784427 After 9 / 11 , Connolly said , agents spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . Connolly said FBI agents in San Diego and abroad spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . +1 981185 981234 The program will grow to include ports in Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , among others . The program will be expanded to include areas of the Middle East such as Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , Mr. Ridge said . +0 1343037 1343491 The Dow Jones industrial average fell 98.30 , or 1.1 percent , while bond values fell , too . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . +0 3240212 3240174 Proving that the Millville son 's sacrifice would not go unsung , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-mast for the next 30 days . In Millville yesterday , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-staff for the next 30 days . +1 2733361 2733225 With an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion , Mrs. Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people . Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people , with an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion . +1 1924249 1924200 The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the prisoners freed by Saddam before the war . The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the tens of thousands of prisoners that Mr. Hussein freed last year . +0 127711 127942 Pratt & Whitney had said that 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to Europe , with final assembly in Germany . Pratt & Whitney had said that if it won the contract 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to European suppliers , with final assembly in Germany . +0 2111629 2111786 McCabe said he was considered a witness , not a suspect . " He is not considered a suspect , " McCabe said . +1 655498 655391 The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health care worker , said Dr. Colin D ’ Cunha , Ontario ’ s commissioner of public health . The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health-care worker , said Dr Colin D 'Cunha , Ontario 's commissioner of public health . +1 1814559 1814485 " People who are high in positive emotions sleep better , they have better diets , they exercise more , they have lower levels of these stress hormones , " Cohen said . " Happy people sleep better , have better diets , exercise more and have less levels of stress hormones , " Cohen said . +0 1319416 1319587 Robin Saunders , head of the bank 's London-based principal finance unit , is also expected to quit . Robin Saunders , head of the principal finance unit , has made clear she has funding to buy parts of the business . +0 1400051 1399931 But the new study , from the Women 's Health Initiative , said the opposite . The discovery so alarmed researchers that they stopped the study , known as the Women 's Health Initiative . +1 2677870 2677957 It wants to force him to return his allegedly ill-gotten gains , with interest , and pay penalties . The agency wants him to return the illegal proceeds with interest and pay civil monetary penalties . +1 533823 533909 He added that those " are not solely American principles , nor are they exclusively Western . " " These are not solely American principles nor are they exclusively Western , " Rumsfeld said . +1 1141165 1141074 Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Hussein hail , about 90 miles north of Baghdad , U.S. military officials said Wednesday night . Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Saddam hail , about 150 kilometres north-west of Baghdad , US military officials said . +1 581592 581570 " If we don 't march into Tehran , I think we will be in pretty good shape , " he said . " As long as we don 't march on Tehran , I think we are going to be in pretty good shape , " he said . +1 175648 175674 They remain 40 percent below the levels prior to February 's initial overstatement news . The stock remains 43 percent below levels prior to the February overstatement news . +0 2637529 2637241 The arrests revealed new details about the four-month investigation at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home . Kerkowski and Fassett 's bodies were unearthed at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home on June 5 . +1 129988 130086 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > lost 6 points , or 0.71 percent , to 927 . The broad Standard & Poors 500-stock index was down 4.77 points to 929.62 . +1 1650317 1650169 Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's conference in Texas . +0 433768 433845 Now , Blanca 's American husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk , faces a murder indictment issued in February by the Philippine government , which says he 's the leading suspect . Now , Blanca 's husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk of Tracy , faces a murder indictment issued by the Philippine government in February . +0 394030 394435 A key question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . +0 697069 697045 " Certainly what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying very seriously , " he added . " We don 't know everything [ but ] what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying seriously , " he said . +0 2079192 2079450 On Wall Street , trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout that continued to affect parts of New York City . Stocks barely budged Friday as trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout in New York . +0 3294289 3294206 Tony Blair has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe at the gathering in the capital Abuja . The Prime Minister has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe . +1 3015328 3015421 Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . James Brolin and Judy Davis play Ronald and Nancy Reagan in the CBS film . +0 2677674 2677852 The Securities and Exchange Commission also filed a civil fraud complaint against Dinh , of Phoenixville . The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . +0 3009646 3009757 Levin 's attorney , Bo Hitchcock , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . +0 3455245 3455323 A month ago a military C-17 transporter returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded . A month ago a military transport plane returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded in what officials called a " safety incident . " +1 3175893 3176113 The Swiss franc rose nearly a third of a centime against the dollar and was last at 1.2998 < CHF = > to the greenback . The Swiss franc rose three quarters of a percent against the dollar and was last at 1.2980 to the greenback . +0 314376 314810 Associated Press Writers Michelle Morgante in San Diego and Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . Associated Press Writer Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . +0 1010655 1010430 On Saturday , a 149mph serve against Agassi equalled Rusedski 's world record . On Saturday , Roddick equalled the world record with a 149 m.p.h. serve in beating Andre Agassi . +1 1497869 1497957 The purchase is the largest conservation transaction in Hawaii 's history , the agencies said . The $ 22 million deal , announced Thursday , is also the largest land conservation transaction in Hawaii history . +0 132072 131680 She said Nelson heard someone shout , " Let 's get the Jew ! " Mr. Nelson heard people shout : " There 's a Jew . +1 3047892 3047936 The FCC said existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment would remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . It also required that existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment will remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . +1 2728250 2728424 Motorola had scheduled its earnings report to be released today after the close of trading . The Schaumburg , Ill.-based company had scheduled its earnings report to be released on Tuesday after the close of trading . +1 1721269 1721439 For the third time in the past four years , wildfires are the problem . It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . +0 1927830 1927804 Most of those killed were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal who were working at Rohtang tunnel . The majority of the dead were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal . +1 388283 388371 Axcan 's shares closed down 63 Canadian cents , or 4 percent , at C $ 16.93 in Toronto on Tuesday . Axcan 's shares were down 3.8 percent , or 66 Canadian cents , at C $ 16.90 in Toronto on Tuesday . +0 472948 472521 It forecast 445 billion yen in loan-loss charges for the year ending next March . The bank booked 820 billion yen in loan-loss charges compared with 1.9 trillion yen a year ago . +0 3063387 3063680 Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch dismissed on Friday claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . +1 1006726 1006791 On Thursday , Lee won a preliminary injunction in New York preventing Viacom from using the name " Spike TV . " On Thursday , a New York City judge ordered Viacom to stop using the name Spike TV pending a trial . +1 3388966 3389018 A grief-stricken old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , uttering : " My child , my child . " One old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , only able to utter : " My child , my child . " +1 1741621 1742071 In 1999 a California legislator proposed a law requiring driving tests for those over the age of 75 who sought to renew their licenses . In 1999 a California state senator proposed a law requiring motorists over the age of 75 to take driving tests to renew their licenses . +0 3271965 3272067 More than 400 people have been killed since August , including Afghan and foreign aid workers , U.S. and Afghan soldiers , officials and police , and many guerrillas . They have included local and foreign aid workers , U.S. troops , Afghan soldiers , officials and police , as well as many guerrillas . +1 2241925 2242066 Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new technologies and methods to communicate more quickly and efficiently . Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new ways to communicate . +1 1603953 1603866 The results will be published the July 10 issue of the journal Nature . The results appear in Thursday ’ s issue of the journal Nature . +1 2573271 2573289 The Opposition Leader , Simon Crean , said John Howard had been forced to make changes by the incompetence of his ministers . The Leader of the Opposition , Simon Crean , said from Jakarta that the reshuffle had been forced by ministerial incompetence . +1 62712 62605 In fact , 10 million shares of the sale went to an unidentified charitable trust - which promptly sold them . Turner said he transferred 10 million additional shares to a charitable trust , which also liquidated them . +0 1515667 1515844 The airline says only Robert Milton is taking a 15-per-cent reduction in pay . The airline 's pilots , for example , are taking a 15-per-cent cut . +1 577830 578527 The WHIMS study found that combination hormone therapy doubled the risk for probable dementia in women 65 and older and did not prevent mild cognitive impairment . One study found that combination therapy doubled the risk of probable dementia and did not prevent less-severe mental decline . +0 1013629 1013779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 16.02 points , or 1.62 percent , at 1,004.63 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 28.73 points , or 1.77 percent , at 1,655.22 . +1 1793282 1793115 Researchers found that people 65 and older who had fish once a week had a 60 % lower risk of Alzheimer 's than those who never or rarely ate fish . Older people who eat fish at least once a week could cut their risk of Alzheimer 's by more than half , a study suggests . +0 2661773 2661839 The product also features an updated release of the Apache Web server , as well as Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis . Panther Server also includes an updated release of Apache , along with Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis for creating powerful web services . +1 2796978 2797024 " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra told business leaders . " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thaksin said . +1 1958219 1958344 Clayton 's shares were also suspended from trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Clayton Homes ' stock ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange after Wednesday 's close . +1 3349925 3349953 The cleanup , including new carpeting , electrical wiring and bathrooms , cost about $ 130 million . The $ 130 million cleanup included new carpet , electrical wiring and bathrooms . +1 1551928 1551941 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . +0 774305 774531 They said many had been beaten , and police officers also stormed private wards at the hospital and harassed patients . They said the police officers also entered various private wards at the clinic and attacked patients . +1 1369889 1369743 US authorities blame Al Qaeda for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . U.S. authorities blame Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida network for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . +0 2413943 2414227 Standing with reporters and photographers about 150 yards from the prison gates was Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . +1 703785 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a US $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . +1 816836 816862 Earlier this year , the company announced a restatement of its 2002 , 2001 and 2000 financial results . Earlier this year , the company said it would restate its 2000 , 2001 and 2002 financial results . +1 3254507 3254576 U.S. same-store sales last months at Tim Hortons rose 8.8 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . +1 2486780 2486826 World economic leaders hailed signs of a global revival on Tuesday but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . DUBAI , SEPTEMBER 23 : The world economic leaders hailed on Tuesday signs of a global revival but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . +0 2410247 2410058 Sterling was down 0.8 percent against the dollar at $ 1.5875 GBP = . The dollar rose 0.15 percent against the Japanese currency to 115.97 yen . +1 881910 882010 Police said they believe Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates - though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . +1 1023571 1023460 Peck died peacefully at his Los Angeles home early Thursday with his wife of 48 years , Veronique , by his side . Peck , who was 87 , died peacefully at his Los Angeles home last Thursday with his French-born wife of 48 years , Veronique , at his side . +0 709 140 Holden toured Northmoor , a small town in Platte County , Mo . , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed . Mr. Holden toured Northmoor , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed and the town hall and police station also were damaged . +1 2122033 2121806 But in the end , all the worm did was visit a pornography site , said Vincent Weafer , a security director with Symantec Security Response in California . But Vincent Weafer , security director with Symantec Security Response , said all the virus did was visit a pornography site . +1 1859329 1859352 While it was being called mandatory , Dupont said authorities were not forcing people from their homes . It was called mandatory , but Dupont said authorities did not force people to leave . +1 21117 21294 Shares in Juniper Networks jumped more than 10 per cent on Monday after the networking equipment maker inked a sales and marketing deal with Lucent Technologies . The stock of Juniper Networks Inc. rose sharply Monday after the Mountain View , Calif.-based network-equipment maker announced a distribution and development deal with Lucent Technologies Inc . +0 2565368 2565308 The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . U.S. District Judge Lee R. West ruled Tuesday in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacks authority to run the registry . +1 2029879 2029809 The report said the Corpus Christi-based agent twice called Escobar while the legislator was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . The report said the agent twice called state Rep. Juan Escobar while he was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . +1 2886542 2886524 Yesterday , shares closed up 29 cents , or 0.54 percent , at $ 54.32 . Amazon 's shares yesterday closed at $ 54.32 on the Nasdaq Stock Market , up 29 cents . +1 1570656 1570634 North American futures pointed to a sub-par start to trading on Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . North American stock markets got off to a slow start Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . +1 1106299 1106238 President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . President George Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for war . +1 1702374 1702510 Officials with Rescue California , one of the groups leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit laughable . The director of Rescue California , the group leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit " laughable . " +1 607862 607926 The agreement resolves a lawsuit AOL filed against Microsoft in January 2002 on behalf of its subsidiary , Netscape Communications . The legal settlement resolves the private anti-trust lawsuit filed against Microsoft in January 2002 by AOL Time Warner 's America Online unit on behalf of its Netscape subsidiary . +0 822527 822661 The street-racing sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " won the pole position at the box office , taking in an estimated $ 52.1 million in its opening weekend . The PG-13 sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " raked in an estimated $ 52.1 million during its opening weekend , jumping over last weekend 's catch , " Finding Nemo . " +1 1742856 1742961 Dell has about 32 percent of the U.S. market , but much lower share in the rest of the world . Dell has 32 percent of the PC market in the United States , but it has only a 10 percent share in the rest of the world . +1 1946070 1946095 He was sent to Larned State Hospital , where he was evaluated and treated . He ordered him sent to the Larned State Security Hospital for continued evaluation and treatment . +0 1077094 1076865 Two weeks later on New Year 's night , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick was discovered bound and strangled in her apartment . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . +0 2098822 2098594 With the power back on , state workers headed back to their jobs Friday morning . Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . +1 2905740 2905779 The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada - the FDA 's counterpart in Canada . The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada , which serves a similar role as the FDA for the Canadian government . +0 2009313 2009334 Democrats argue they are not constitutionally required to redraw the lines , and that proposed maps would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . They argue that proposed congressional redistricting maps reviewed by the Legislature would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . +1 556729 556771 After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages after authorities delivered on his request for soft drinks . After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages when authorities delivered on his request for a six-pack of soda . +1 3009407 3008992 Lee Peterson testified that he reached his son on his cell phone and talked to him for a couple of minutes . Lee said he reached Scott on his cell phone and they talked for a couple minutes between noon and 2 p.m. on Dec. 24 . +0 101746 101775 Danbury prosecutor Warren Murray could not be reached for comment Monday . Prosecutors could not be reached for comment after the legal papers were obtained late Monday afternoon . +0 3303186 3303083 Both bidders agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt owed on the planes . Wexford had agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt to buy the planes and certificate . +0 139339 139370 In 1999 , the building 's owners , the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey , issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 { inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . +0 1474190 1474666 A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . His injured co-worker , a woman , was hospitalized as well but listed in good condition , Reichert said . +0 698721 698773 Palm plans to issue about 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders , on a fully diluted basis . Palm will issue approximately 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders . +1 214550 214034 The judge ordered the unsealing yesterday at the request of several news agencies , including The Seattle Times , The Associated Press and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer . The depositions were made public yesterday at the request of the P-I , The Seattle Times and The Associated Press . +1 327839 327748 Wittig resigned last year after being indicted on federal bank fraud charges involving a real estate loan unrelated to Westar business . Wittig resigned in late November about two weeks after being indicted on bank fraud charges in a real estate case unrelated to the company . +1 1369897 1369750 Assani said Tuesday he did not know what to charge the men with because US officials refused to share information with him . Prosecutors said they did not know what crimes to charge the men with because U.S. officials refused to share information with them . +1 578529 578450 Researchers predicted an additional 23 cases of dementia a year for every 10,000 women on the therapy . This represents an additional 23 cases of dementia per year in every 10,000 women treated . +1 3088719 3088344 Jacob has pushed consolidation for years , but he has said many communities , especially rural ones , have opposed it . Jacob has pushed consolidation for years but said it has been opposed by many communities , especially rural ones . +1 637875 637821 A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times as hot as a blowtorch . " A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times hotter than a blowtorch . +1 1587560 1587910 Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . Under terms of the agreement , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 shares of EMC common stock for each Legato share they hold . +1 3224745 3224869 " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a ' compromise . ' " " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a compromise , " Hollings said in a statement . +0 1568530 1568622 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders . Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders about troop needs in Iraq . +1 1657631 1657617 Goodrem , 18 , announced on Friday that she was suffering Hodgkin 's disease , a curable form of lymphoma cancer . It was announced on Friday that Goodrem had been diagnosed with Hodgkin 's disease , a form of cancer which affects the lymph nodes . +1 2330905 2330778 He says that " this is a time when we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it . " This is the time we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it , " he wrote . +1 2516995 2517032 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . Burma pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be released from a hospital after recovering from surgery but remain under detention at home , her personal physician said today . +0 2988297 2988555 Shattered Glass , " starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . " Shattered Glass " _ starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , The New Republic journalist fired for fabricating stories _ debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . +1 20860 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for not meeting the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . +1 960865 960919 The budget fell steadily until dropping as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and has gradually risen to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . It fell steadily until it dropped as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and rose gradually to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . +1 4544 4728 A council of up to nine Iraqis probably will lead the countrys interim government through the coming months , the U.S. civil administrator said Monday . A council of up to nine Iraqis will probably lead the country 's still unformed interim government through the coming months , the American civil administrator said Monday . +1 2217613 2217659 He was arrested Friday night at an Alpharetta seafood restaurant while dining with his wife , singer Whitney Houston . He was arrested again Friday night at an Alpharetta restaurant where he was having dinner with his wife . +1 3057898 3057973 They found molecules that can only be produced when ozone breaks down cholesterol . And all of the samples contained molecules that can only be produced when cholesterol interacts with ozone . +1 2052102 2052009 Ghulam Mahaiuddin , head of administration in the southern province of Helmand , said the bus blast happened early in the morning , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . The bus blast in Helmand happened early in the morning in Nadi Ali district , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . +1 2025345 2025384 Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys would be financed with cash on hand plus bank borrowings being arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys will be made up of money on hand , plus bank borrowings arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . +1 800170 800387 Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein possessed chemical and biological weapons and was hiding them . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein ( news - web sites ) possessed chemical , biological and other weapons and was hiding them . +1 1114071 1114169 The numbers highlight a conundrum : the difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . As stark as the numbers themselves , is the conundrum they highlight : the growing difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . +1 126756 126728 " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " he said . Overall , " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " said Burt Flickinger of Strategic Resource Group . +1 2826484 2826474 The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . +1 1311599 1311475 The two cases concerned the admissions policies of the University of Michigan 's law school and undergraduate college . The two cases were from the University of Michigan , one involving undergraduate admissions and the other , law school admissions . +0 1583605 1583419 With the test , Hubbard said , " I believe that we have found the smoking gun . " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . +0 1244619 1244520 Scribner 's body was found floating in the city 's Portage Bay , where he lived with his wife in a houseboat . A kayaker found Dr. Scribner 's body floating near the doctor 's houseboat in Portage Bay , where he was eating lunch when his wife , Ethel , left for an appointment . +1 276585 276121 Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the central government . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . +0 2932499 2932655 The Pentagon , saying that Boykin requested it , is investigating his remarks . The Pentagon has begun an official investigation into Boykin 's remarks . +1 2123408 2123821 She said Jane Doe 's lawyers asked Verizon to withhold her name because she was planning on challenging the subpoena . Jane Doe , deciding to fight the subpoena , asked Verizon to withhold her name . +1 2809238 2809225 The two men were allegedly trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the assassination plot . The informant alleged that the two arrested men were trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the conspiracy to kill Mr Putin . +1 1642377 1641945 The council comprises 13 Shi 'ites , five Sunni Arabs , five Kurds , an Assyrian Christian and a Turkmen . The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . +0 2128530 2128455 However , EPA officials would not confirm the 20 percent figure . Only in the past few weeks have officials settled on the 20 percent figure . +1 2208376 2208198 University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman said in a statement on the university 's Web site , " Our fundamental values haven 't changed . " Our fundamental values haven 't changed , " Mary Sue Coleman , president of the university , said in a statement in Ann Arbor . +0 2954631 2954533 Eyewitnesses told how Sally , 62 , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , screamed as the escalator collapsed then sucked her in . Mother-of-two Sally , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , had stepped on to the escalator when it collapsed . +1 2510105 2510295 The company is working with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE development community as part of the effort . This framework will be based on the company 's work with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE community . +0 2233837 2233648 The United States has accused Iran of masking plans to make nuclear weapons behind a civilian nuclear programme . The United States has repeatedly accused Iran of trying to develop nuclear weapons . +0 2060828 2060865 A new variant of Blaster also appeared Wednesday and seemed to be spreading , according to antivirus companies . The new variation of Blaster was identified Wednesday , according to antivirus company Sophos . +0 2420461 2420627 Directed by Jonathan Lynn from a script by Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . Whole Nine Yards , " and written by first-time screenwriters Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . +0 1110030 1109897 The U.N. nuclear watchdog reprimanded Iran on Thursday for failing to comply with its nuclear safeguards obligations and called on Tehran to unconditionally accept stricter inspections by the agency . The U.N. atomic watchdog rapped Iran Thursday for failing to comply with nuclear safeguards , issuing a statement Washington said underlined international opposition to Tehran developing any banned weapons . +0 1053893 1053856 She said he persisted and she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in the front seat of his car . She said she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in his car , and they chatted . +1 1980654 1980641 The first products are likely to be dongles costing between US $ 100 and US $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . The first products will likely be dongles costing $ 100 to $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . +1 409061 408834 A base configuration with a 2.0GHz Intel Celeron processor , 128M bytes of memory , a 40G-byte hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs US $ 729 . A base configuration with a 2.4GHz Pentium 4 , 128MB of RAM , a 40GB hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs $ 699 . +1 2614750 2614861 " We have some small opportunities in November and maybe January , " Mr. Parsons said optimistically . " I think we have some opportunities -- some small opportunities -- in November and possibly January , " he said . +0 554880 554867 Tidmarsh will compete in today 's third round . Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . +0 413070 413025 Foam flaking off from all over the tank left dozens of pockmarks each flight on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . During the problem liftoffs , foam left dozens of pockmarks on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . +0 1818993 1819308 Mr Eddington described Monday 's talks with union leaders as " sensible " . Mr Eddington is to meet union leaders today and tomorrow . +1 368268 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . +0 345633 345651 During the same quarter last year , EDS declared a profit of $ 354 million , or 72 cents per share . EDS reported a first-quarter loss of $ 126 million , or 26 cents per share . +0 2508905 2508873 ICANN has criticised the changes and asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend them . ICANN asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend Site Finder while the Internet community studied the issues . +1 957412 957368 Less than a month after departing her anchor 's chair at " Dateline NBC , " Jane Pauley has signed a new deal with NBC to host a syndicated daytime talk show . Less than a month after leaving as host of " Dateline NBC , " Pauley agreed Thursday to launch a daytime talk show for NBC Enterprises . +1 67647 67568 " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar to multi-party democracy and national conciliation . " " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar closer to multiparty democracy and national reconciliation , " a government statement said . +0 758946 758882 The administration cited those links as primary justification for invading Iraq and toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein . The Bush administration cited that intelligence as primary justification for invading Iraq . +1 401776 401856 A few hours later , the House voted 256 to 170 to pass the Healthy Forest Restoration Act sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . The House voted 256-170 on Tuesday to approve the bill sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . +1 1093801 1093505 I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today . " I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today , Beckham said in the statement . +0 44128 44110 Bremer will focus on the politics , Garner said , adding that he expects Bremer to arrive in Iraq by next week . Bremer will focus on the politics and Garner on the rest of the reconstruction efforts , Garner said , adding that Bremer will arrive in Iraq by next week . +1 364285 364510 More than 130 people and $ 17 million have been seized nationwide in operations by the FBI and other agencies to stop cybercrime . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . +0 3428580 3428605 The family stopped for lunch at Freshwater Spit , where several children went to the water 's edge to play in the surf shortly after noon . Several children , including the 8-year-old , went down to the water 's edge to play in the surf . +0 126081 126035 Island Def Jam must pay $ 52 million in punitive damages , and Cohen must pay the remaining $ 56 million , the jury said . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . +0 589579 589557 However , Lapidus expects foreign brands ' sales to be up 4 percent , driven by strong truck sales at Honda Motor Co . Lapidus expects Ford to be down 5 percent , Chrysler down 10 percent and foreign brands up 4 percent driven by strong truck sales at Honda . +1 816362 816340 Without going into specifics , Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs . Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs , though they did not get into specifics . +1 2444625 2444663 " I am happy to be here in the United States , far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson said through a Spanish interpreter . " I am very happy to be here in the United States far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson told the judge . +1 1636060 1635946 Michel , who remains in the government , denied that US pressure had provoked the government 's move . Michel , who has stayed in the new government , denied that it was U.S. pressure which had provoked the government 's move . +0 2728531 2728557 Excluding one-time items , the company enjoyed a profit of 6 cents a share . Excluding one-time items , it expects profit of 11 cents to 15 cents a share . +1 2907521 2907231 In January 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised Frozen Fantasies . On Jan. 12 , 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised " Frozen Fantasies . " +1 2045000 2045542 Lakhani was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to a terrorist group and acting as an arms broker without a license . He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . +1 1128342 1128293 General Motors Corp. posted a record 8.4 percent improvement in 2000 . General Motors Corp. posted the best-ever improvement in 2000 at 8.4 percent . +0 113542 113404 Woodley , who underwent a liver transplant in 1992 , died of liver and kidney failure . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . +1 75607 75647 Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 most-wanted Iraqis now in US custody . Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 who have been caught . +0 2100801 2100840 Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and the spending limits that come with it and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . +1 2494709 2494434 " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the FTC authority to implement the national Do Not Call list . " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the F.T.C. authority to implement the national do-not-call list , " the congressmen said in a statement . +1 2331916 2331805 Ruffner , 45 , doesn 't yet have an attorney in the murder charge , authorities said . Ruffner , 45 , does not have a lawyer on the murder charge , authorities said . +1 1630585 1630657 Some of the computers also are used to send spam e-mail messages to drum up traffic to the sites . Some are also used to send spam e-mail messages to boost traffic to the sites . +1 1149320 1149378 It also faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to the company 's business , he added . " It is highly conditional , faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to our business . " +1 2566479 2566562 Mason said al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport on Sunday as he came into the country . Al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport after arriving on a British Airways flight from London . +1 822726 822816 I never thought I 'd write these words , but here goes : I miss Vin Diesel . I never thought I 'd say this , but I almost missed Vin Diesel at first . +0 1704503 1704527 The report ranked 45 large companies based on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . Of those three , only Dillard 's responded to the survey that ranked 45 large companies on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . +1 1363174 1362840 Those findings , published in today 's Journal of the American Medical Association , are the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . The findings , published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association , were the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . +0 1741477 1742080 A view of the devastation left behind when a man drove his car through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica on Wednesday . The body of a victim lies under a yellow tarp in front of a car that plowed through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica . +1 2635090 2635234 Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . Legal experts say the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . +1 885963 886113 An amendment to remove the exemption for the state-sanctioned sites failed on a much closer 237-186 vote . An amendment to remove such protections failed by a vote of 186 to 237 . +1 1367262 1366598 The AP quotes a local policeman as saying the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during a demonstration yesterday in the town of Majar Al-Kabir . Associated Press quotes a local policeman as saying that the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during an earlier demonstration in the town of Majar al-Kabir . +1 144649 144855 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaeda " . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " +1 1311944 1312142 Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said yesterday that the men 's behavior " was a disgrace , and totally inappropriate for city employees . " Mayor Bloomberg said the " behavior of the people in question was a disgrace and totally inappropriate for city employees . " +1 1904549 1904949 Right now , only six states do : Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia , and Wisconsin . Manuals produced by only six states _ Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia and Wisconsin _ now have such sections . +0 447728 447699 Indonesia 's army has often been accused of human rights abuses during GAM 's battle for independence , charges it has generally denied while accusing the separatists of committing rights violations . Indonesia 's army has been accused of human rights abuses during its earlier battles with GAM , charges it has generally denied . +1 816832 816868 Mr. Brendsel is expected to remain with the Freddie Mac Foundation . Freddie expects Brendsel to continue serving as chair of the Freddie Mac Foundation . +1 2480058 2479942 They also are reshaping the retail business relationship elsewhere , as companies take away ideas and practices that change how they do business in their own firms and with others . They also are reshaping the retail-business relationship , as companies take away concepts and practices that change how they do business internally and with others . +0 2594777 2594743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 39.39 points , or 2.2 percent , to 1,826.33 , after losing more than 2 percent on Tuesday . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 194.14 points , or 2.09 percent , to 9,469.20 after sinking more than 1 percent a day earlier . +1 532804 532661 Frank Quattrone , the former Credit Suisse First Boston technology investment-banking guru , reportedly pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . NEW YORK - ( Dow Jones ) - Former star investment banker Frank Quattrone pleaded not guilty Tuesday to criminal charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . +1 544327 544219 It is the fifth such election in Iraq , after the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . Other elections have taken place in the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . +1 722149 721936 It said a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission is expected as well . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +1 2123788 2123881 " This individual 's lawyers are trying to obtain from the court a free pass to download or upload music online illegally . " " Her lawyers are trying to obtain a free pass to download or upload music on-line illegally . +0 968474 968105 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 26 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.17 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . +0 2968158 2968212 The shooter ran away , police said , eluding an officer who gave chase . Police said the shooter ran away from an officer who chased him , and still was being sought Thursday night . +1 1959733 1960031 But SCO has hit back , saying : " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . In a statement , an SCO spokeman said , " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . +1 994934 994692 Helicopters hovered over al-Khalidiya into the early hours of Sunday . Helicopters hovered throughout the day over the Al-Khalidiya neighborhood where the raid took place . +1 2500633 2500732 If Walker appeals Parrish 's ruling , it would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . The appeal would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . +1 2828314 2828036 Boykin ’ s also referred to Islamist fighters as America ’ s “ spiritual enemy ” that , “ will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus ” . Our " spiritual enemy , " Boykin continued , " will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus . " +1 753887 753925 The first vulnerability is a buffer overrun that results from IE 's failure to properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . First up , Microsoft said a buffer overrun vulnerability occurs because IE does not properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . +1 3320834 3320891 " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not co-mingling appropriated and non-appropriated funds ( from Congress ) , " said Faletti . " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not comingling appropriated and nonappropriated funds [ from Congress ] , " said Faletti . +1 98431 98656 In Falluja on Thursday , two grenades were thrown at soldiers from the Third Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven . In Al-Fallujah , two grenades were thrown Thursday at soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven , none seriously . +1 1888279 1887736 Prince Saud said , " The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of September 11 , 2001 . " " The kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of Sept . 11 , 2001 , " he said . +1 3179086 3179247 " If the voluntary reliability standards were complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem . " " If the voluntary reliability standards had been complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem , " Mr. Dhaliwal said . +0 817767 818075 China accounted for about 14 percent of Motorola 's sales last year , and the company has large manufacturing operations there . China accounted for 14 % of Motorola 's $ 26.7 billion in sales last year . +1 1606495 1606619 Bush also hoped to polish his anti-AIDS credentials in Uganda , which has been hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the killer disease . President Bush flies to Uganda Friday hoping to polish his anti- AIDS credentials in a country hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the epidemic . +1 2426433 2426378 Shares of MONY were gaining $ 2.57 , or 9 % , to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading on Instinet . MONY shares rose 8.76 per cent to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading in New York . +0 41036 41207 Founded in 1996 , the LendingTree exchange consists of more than 200 banks , lenders , and brokers . LendingTree matches borrowers via the Internet with more than 200 mortgage brokers , banks and other lenders . +0 1802451 1802621 Houston fourth-graders also performed similarly to national peers in writing . " New York City and Houston fourth-graders were at the national average in writing . +1 3049097 3049174 If achieved it would represent an increase of 10 per cent from the same quarter a year ago . That would represent an increase of some 10 per cent from the year before , it added . +0 352111 352127 It cut taxes while balancing the budget for three years and reduced Europe 's second highest per capita national debt . It cut taxes while still balancing the budget for three years and bringing down Europe 's highest national debt as a proportion of gross domestic product after Italy . +0 316781 316726 " We continue to work with the Saudis on this , but they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . +1 1729777 1729703 In the second quarter last year , the company experienced a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents a share , on sales of $ 600 million . The company posted a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents per share , in the year-earlier period , it said in a statement Wednesday . +0 659434 659543 We don 't know if any will be SARS , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . +1 1144181 1144125 We need a certifiable pay as you go budget by mid-July or schools wont open in September , Strayhorn said . Texas lawmakers must close a $ 185.9 million budget gap by the middle of July or the schools wont open in September , Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn said Thursday . +1 2009781 2009643 In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to serve 200,000 children in 15 cities , most who come from housing projects or homeless shelters . In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to 15 cities , serving 200,000 children , most of whom come from housing projects or homeless shelters . +1 1657933 1657875 A spokesman said : " Further testing is under way but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook is positive . " " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . +1 1550897 1550977 Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . This fall the command will send trainers to work with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and gathering intelligence . +1 908371 908485 Except for a few archaic characteristics , they are as recognizable as Hamlet 's poor Yorick . Except for a few archaic characteristics , the skulls are readily recognizable . +0 3391807 3391585 He is a brother to three-year-old Mia , from Kate 's first marriage , to film producer Jim Threapleton . Winslet , 28 , has a three-year-old daughter Mia by her first husband , British film producer Jim Threapleton . +1 390669 390518 Only two other countries , Germany and the Dominican Republic , have publicly expressed reservations , and Germany has since said it will sign it . Only two other countries , the Dominican Republic and Germany , publicly expressed reservations about the treaty , and Germany has since said it will support the pact . +1 1786751 1786721 The settlement includes $ 4.1 million in attorneys ' fees and expenses . Plaintiffs ' attorneys would get $ 4.1 million of the settlement . +0 2634670 2634777 It reports a mailing list of 50,000 and support from about 500 congregations and 50 bishops . The group has the support of about 215 churches and an estimated 25 bishops . +1 2396402 2396167 Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there , " Reuters reports Langone as saying . " Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there . " +1 2224083 2223824 The state has received 19 entries in a competition for a World Trade Center Memorial and is working with families of victims to select a winner . The state has received 19 entries in that competition and is working with families of victims to select a winner . +1 3331063 3330996 However , John Clare , chief executive of the Dixons Group , expressed his disappointment . John Clare , Dixons chief executive , objected to the Commission 's findings . +0 3356730 3356964 " The same three Response Team members also met with Monsignor Grass , who while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true . " Monsignor Grass ... while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true , " the statement said . +1 2594785 2594802 U.S. manufacturing growth expanded for the third straight month in September but at a slower pace , according to a report released shortly after the opening bell . US manufacturing grew for the third consecutive month in September , but at a slower rate than in previous months , according to a survey released Wednesday . +1 2560775 2560832 Microsoft has described the technology as " a brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media rich applications in Longhorn . " Microsoft calls it : " A brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media-rich applications in Longhorn . " +0 1738026 1737931 But for more than a century , an untold amount of money intended for some of the nation 's poorest residents was lost , stolen or never collected . For more than a century , an undetermined amount of money was lost , stolen , or never collected . +1 2983733 2983954 It is rare for a legal challenge to occur before a bill becomes law . Experts say legal challenges are rare before a bill becomes law . +1 3150046 3150090 St. Paul Chairman and Chief Executive Jay S. Fishman , 51 , will be CEO of the combined company . Jay Fishman , 51 , chairman and chief executive of St Paul , will be chief executive of the combined company . +0 1166934 1166943 There are now 37 active probable cases in the GTA , compared with 70 cases on June 6 . And , globally , the number of active probable cases has declined to 573 . +0 2983756 2983898 The constitutionality of outlawing partial birth abortion is not an open question . Defenders of the partial birth abortion ban downplayed the legal challenges . +1 1330508 1330636 " It should have reported that it was sailing with an atomic bomb cargo , " Anomeritis said , referring to the quantity of explosives on board . " It should have declared that it was sailing with a cargo that was like an atomic bomb , " said Anomeritis . +1 799342 799270 Mr. Bergonzi was the finance chief from 1995 until his departure in 1999 , and was intimately involved in the alleged scheme to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . Mr. Bergonzi was the chief financial officer from 1995 until his departure , and was intimately involved in many of the alleged schemes to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . +1 1257219 1257412 The Aspen Fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by today on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . +1 430306 430336 They said he would be open to letting that license go to the city of Chicago . Schafer said the governor would be open to offering that last license for a riverboat in Chicago . +1 3256259 3256410 It argued that such access " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " +1 1549140 1549120 The male eagle was found by a zookeeper early Thursday , suffering from severe puncture wounds in his abdomen . The 21-year-old eagle , found by a zookeeper early Thursday , had severe puncture wounds to his abdomen and back , spokeswoman Julie Mason said . +1 1267764 1267499 He served as a marine in the Second World War and afterward began submitting articles to magazines . After serving as a marine in World War II , he began submitting articles to magazines . +0 2054395 2054436 The Legislature on Wednesday sent Gov. Jeb Bush a bill it hopes will lower malpractice insurance rates and keep doctors from limiting their practices or moving out of state . The Legislature on Wednesday approved a bill that caps damages received by medical malpractice plaintiffs in the hopes it will lower insurance rates and help the state retain doctors . +1 622377 622296 In Taiwan , the capital 's mayor and other officials handed out free thermometers in a islandwide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign Sunday , amid evidence that containment efforts were also paying off . In Taiwan , officials handed out free thermometers in an island-wide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign amid signs containment efforts were paying off . +0 3374201 3374248 Lawtey is not the first faith-based program in Florida 's prison system . But Lawtey is the first entire prison to take that path . +0 490376 490490 The reports helped overcome investor jitters after the euro briefly hit an all-time high against the dollar Tuesday . Stocks slipped at the open after the euro hit record highs against the dollar . +1 544218 544326 American forces here organized the elections , which officials say are important steps toward establishing democracy in Iraq . U.S. forces organized the elections , which officials said were a step toward establishing democracy in the nation . +0 2464939 2464878 Negotiators talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . +1 851920 851911 " If draining the ponds in Maryland will help further establish [ his ] innocence , we welcome it . If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " +1 862717 862805 But Cruz resembled a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with the girl 's mother , Lansdowne said . Cruz looked like a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with Jennette 's mother , Chief William Lansdowne said . +0 31854 31913 Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the law would have made it illegal for bar and restaurant patrons to light up . Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the smoking law would have prevented bar and restaurant patrons from lighting up , but exempted private clubs from the regulation . +1 14644 14613 A number below 50 suggests contraction in the manufacturing sector , while a number above that indicates expansion . A reading above 50 suggests growth in the sector , while a number below that level indicates contraction . +1 578442 577829 Half of the women were given a daily dose of the drug and half took a placebo . Half the women received a daily tablet of the combination oestrogen plus progestin while the rest were given a placebo . +0 1708654 1708435 It would be difficult to overestimate the potential dangers of the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) vulnerability . The flaw involves the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) protocol , which deals with inter-computer communications . +1 1352610 1352741 Mr. Bloomberg later told reporters that the agreement " will be a compromise , like the real world requires . " " It will be a compromise , like the real world requires , " he said . +0 556727 556769 The man , who entered the post office in Lakeside shortly before 3 p.m. , gave up to deputies about 6 : 30 p.m. The man had entered the post office on Woodside Avenue at Maine Avenue shortly before 3 p.m. +0 3301397 3301422 Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , recovering from a quad bike crash , is conscious and joking in his hospital bed , his daughter Kelly said tonight . Doctors hope rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , who is recovering from a quad bike crash , will begin breathing unassisted again soon , they said today . +0 811407 811378 The New York senator 's new book , " Living History , " appears a certain bestseller . Hillary Clinton , the New York senator and former first lady , has a book out Monday titled Living History . +1 1467373 1467347 IBM is also " pursuing membership in the group " and plans to be an active participant , according to the CELF statement . CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . +1 1518091 1518014 Through Thursday , Oracle said 34.75 million PeopleSoft shares had been tendered . Some 34.7 million shares have been tendered , Oracle said in a statement . +0 1151081 1151065 The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . A third executive , chief operating officer David Glenn was fired . +1 2704026 2704076 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment . +0 58353 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 1.16 points to 1,504.04 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . +0 219039 218851 He will replace Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation April 23 . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . +0 503438 503272 Pen Hadow , who became the first person to reach the geographic North Pole unsupported from Canada , has just over two days of rations left . Pen Hadow became the first man last week to reach the geographic North Pole on an unsupported trek through Canada , a journey of about 770 km . +0 3020743 3020794 Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack were headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . +1 2769016 2768961 The face of President Saddam Hussein was added to Iraqi currency after the 1991 Gulf War . Saddam 's portrait was added to Iraq 's currency after the Gulf War . +0 1047814 1048483 " It 's safe to assume that the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . +0 2721001 2720703 He was also accused of masterminding bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . During interrogation , he admitted that he helped organise and carry out near-simultaneous bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . +1 2496469 2496417 The Nikkei average ended trading down 1.83 percent at 10,310.04 , a four-week low . The Nikkei average .N225 was down 1.83 percent or 192.25 points at 10,310.04 , its lowest close since August 28 . +1 2423623 2423339 That exploit works on unpatched Windows 2000 machines with Service Pack 3 and 4 . Both Counterpane and iDefense contend that the exploit works effectively against Windows 2000 systems running Service Pack 3 and 4 . +1 3128487 3128434 The center has a budget of $ 45 million , most of which will be spent on research and testing , Bridges said . The safety center has a $ 45 million budget for its first year , much of which will be spent on tests and analyses . +0 2748554 2748360 Out of the nearly $ 20 billion , $ 18.6 billion is earmarked for reconstruction of Iraq and $ 1.2 billion for Afghanistan . The $ 87 billion budget includes $ 51 billion for military operations in Iraq , another $ 20 billion for reconstruction and about $ 11 billion for Afghanistan . +1 707975 708028 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts released yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " Mrs Clinton writes . +0 339489 339175 Associated Press Writer Sara Kugler contributed to this report from New York City . Associated Press Writer Michael Gormley contributed to this report from Albany . +0 1690902 1690918 That compares with a profit of $ 1 million , or breakeven , on $ 1.39 billion in revenue during the same period last year . Total revenue for the second quarter was $ 1.48 billion , up 7 % from $ 1.39 billion in the same period last year . +0 1892114 1892189 The company reported quarterly revenue of $ 388.1 million , compared with $ 318.5 million in the same period a year ago . That compared with a loss of $ 55.4 million , or $ 4.92 per share in the same period a year earlier . +1 3249070 3249202 The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . Both sets of findings were presented Monday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . +0 374262 374622 Under the plan , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . Under Maine Rx , which state lawmakers approved in 2000 , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . +1 2857105 2857138 " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " Noranda president and chief executive officer Derek Pannell said . " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " president and CEO Derek Pannell said in a statement . +1 2820573 2820684 In exchange , North Korea would be required to end its nuclear weapons program . " In return we expect North Korea to give up nuclear weapons . " +0 2608088 2608211 Nine years ago , they were married by a justice of the peace . His wife , married to Moore by a justice of the peace , started planning her dream wedding . +1 3070940 3070964 Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of a lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the sky on Saturday night . Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of the lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the night sky early today . +0 3042240 3042279 The rats that consumed the tomato powder had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , researchers found . Rats on the tomato powder diet had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , allowing for diet restriction . +1 1390306 1390412 It is a national concern that will touch virtually every American , " Abraham said . The impact of natural-gas shortages " will touch virtually every American , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday . +1 673713 673486 It will also unveil a version of its Windows Server 2003 operating system tuned specifically for storage devices . It also unveiled an update to its Windows Server 2003 operating system , which is tuned specifically for storage devices . +1 3427259 3427317 At 12 , Lionel Tate was charged with first-degree murder over the death of Tiffany Eunick . Tate was 12 when he was charged with beating Tiffany Eunick , 6 , to death in July 1999 . +1 3084554 3084612 Sales for the quarter beat expectations , rising 37 percent year-on-year to 1.76 billion euros . Sales rose 37 per cent year-on-year to 1.76bn , beating expectations . +0 1990238 1990281 About 1,417 schools statewide receive Title I money . That applies only to schools that get federal Title I money . +1 315647 315778 If the MTA 's appeal to a higher court is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't be rolled back . If the MTA 's appeal is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't change . +1 1230161 1230113 Now , nearly two years later , Mallard prepares for trial on charges of murder and tampering with evidence . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . +1 1929473 1929176 In Nairobi , Kenya , the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of All Saints Cathedral , said the U.S. Episcopal Church " is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . " The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . +1 1737570 1737431 Recall backers say they have collected 1,600,000 signatures , approaching twice the 897,158 needed to force an election . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . +0 2112991 2113005 The book , called " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right , " hits stores this weekend . Fox was seeking an injunction to halt distribution of " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right . " +1 2706240 2706190 Selenski had previously spent seven years in prison on a bank robbery conviction . Selenski had served about seven years in prison for bank robbery . +1 3428298 3428362 Robert Walsh , 40 , remained in critical but stable condition Friday at Staten Island University Hospital 's north campus . Walsh , also 40 , was in critical but stable condition at Staten Island University Hospital last night . +1 668141 667980 The decision was among the most significant steps toward deregulation undertaken during the Bush administration . The decision is among the far-reaching deregulatory actions made during the Bush administration . +1 1995509 1995537 " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told Reuters Television in South Africa 's sprawling Soweto township . +0 1268732 1268445 Around 9 : 00 a.m. EDT ( 1300 GMT ) , the euro was at $ 1.1566 against the dollar , up 0.07 percent on the day . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . +1 2523564 2523358 The Guru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS ( Basic Input Output System ) update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . The µGuru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . +1 2775381 2775426 Sony 's portfolio gives subscribers a variety of personalized services including the ability to download and experience images , ring tones , music videos and other music entertainment services . Sony Music 's portfolio of products and services currently enable carriers to offer subscribers the ability to download images , ring tones , music videos and other entertainment services . +1 2302811 2302908 He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not confirm if it was the 24-year-old cited by Bitdefender . He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not say if it was Ciobanu . +0 2562000 2561942 Previously , it had reported a profit of $ 12 million , or 0 cents a share , for that period . Previously , it had reported a small profit of $ 12 million , or break-even on a per-share basis , for the period . +0 2613347 2613435 The life expectancy for boys born in 2001 was 74.4 years , up two years since 1990 . According to the report , average life expectancy has increased by nearly two years since 1990 . +1 2079200 2079131 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads tightened in spotty trading on Friday as Wall Street labored to get back on its feet after the largest power outage ever in North America . U.S. stocks rose slightly on feather-light volume on Friday , as Wall Street regrouped after the biggest-ever power outage in North America . +1 654098 654044 Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . +1 3261219 3261244 They were held under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism . Badat was arrested under section 41 of the Terrorism Act “ on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism , ” Scotland Yard confirmed . +1 2019822 2020185 Starting on Saturday , every computer infected with MSBlast is expected to start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . Starting on Aug. 16 , every computer infected with MBlast will start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . +0 2158257 2158016 " We see the First Amendment to protect religious liberty , not crush religious liberty , " said Patrick Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . " We put the call out , " said the Rev. Patrick J. Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . +1 421947 422075 Florida 's Third District Court of Appeal saidon Wednesdaythe original proceedings were " irretrievably tainted " by misconduct by lawyers representing the class . Florida ’ s Third District Court of Appeal said on Wednesday the original proceedings were “ irretrievably tainted ” by misconduct by attorneys for the class . +0 859210 859163 Courant Staff Writers Matt Eagan and Ken Davis contributed to this story . Courant Staff Writer Jeff Goldberg contributed to this story . +1 818091 817811 The company said it would issue revised guidance for the full fiscal year next month when it releases its Q2 results . The company said it would renew its guidance for 2003 when it announces its second quarter results in mid-July . +1 2396793 2396890 In addition , the committee noted , " while spending is firming , the labour market has been weakening " . " The evidence accumulated over the intermeeting period confirms that spending is firming , although the labor market has been weakening . +1 1622561 1622311 Nigeria and other African oil producers are increasingly important in U.S. plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for its energy security . Nigeria and other African producers are increasingly important in the former Texas oilman 's plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for energy security . +0 125383 125421 Appeals had kept him on death row longer than anyone else in the U.S. , AP said . Isaacs had been on death row longer than anyone in the nation . +1 577957 577843 While many likely now will quit – as millions of women already have – Soltes said she likely will continue to prescribe the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . While many likely now will quit - as millions of women already have - Soltes said she is likely to continue prescribing the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . +0 2454231 2454058 The federal and local governments remained largely shut down in the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , as were schools , and much of the region 's transportation network was slowed . In the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , federal and local governments remained shut down , as did schools and many businesses . +1 142709 142846 Ursel Reisen confirmed it operated the coach , but gave no details other than to say the passengers were of mixed ages . Ursel Reisen confirmed it had been operating the coach , but declined to give details of the passengers other than to say they were of mixed ages . +0 1906323 1906085 But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th union on Tuesday when the United Steelworkers of America endorsed him . But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th on Tuesday . +1 1257760 1257788 The judge also refused to postpone the trial date of Sept . 29 . Obus also denied a defense motion to postpone the Sept . 29 trial date . +0 392738 392798 Regardless , its first quarter saw a profit of $ 721 million , or 29 cents , on revenue of $ 17.9 billion . Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . +1 3223910 3223849 Under the proposal , Slocan shareholders will get 1.3147 Canfor shares for each common share . Under a proposed plan of arrangement , Slocan shareholders will receive 1.3147 Canfor shares for every Slocan share they own . +0 2841017 2841005 BellSouth also added 654,000 net long-distance customers in the third quarter . BellSouth added 111,000 DSL customers during the quarter to reach a total of 1.3m subscribers . +1 1000821 1000957 The day after Wilkie resigned , Howard said in a televised address that Iraq possessed " chemical and biological weapons capable of causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . In a televised address back in March , Mr Howard declared Iraq had weapons capable of " causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . +1 1580638 1580663 " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think our intelligence services gave us the correct information at the time . " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think that our intelligence services gave us the correct intelligence and information at the time , " Blair said . +0 2306149 2305958 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI slipped 9.54 points , or 0.1 percent , at 9,558.92 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . +0 1919740 1919926 " I don 't know if the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else at another time that may not follow the rules , " Parrish said . " I don 't know whether the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else , " Parrish said . +1 3413305 3413321 Earlier on Monday , Grant Thornton SpA repeated previous statements that it was " a victim of fraudulent action " . Grant Thornton claims that it too was the “ victim ” of a fraud . +0 1657872 1657996 The winner of this year 's Most Popular New Talent Logie , Goodrem first went to a specialist on Monday feeling tired and unwell . She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . +1 2980753 2980614 All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but prosecutors have not yet testified to what , if anything , they yielded . All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but there has been no testimony yet about what the tests might have yielded . +0 137017 136883 Cambone said U.S forces found the tractor-trailer April 19 at a Kurdish checkpoint near the city of Mosul in northern Iraq . Kurdish forces at a checkpoint near Mosul in northern Iraq seized the trailer on April 19 . +0 1300475 1300604 Sony Ericsson also said it would shut down its GSM / UMTS R & D center in Munich , Germany , to increase profitability . Sony Ericsson also said it plans to close its R & D site in Munich , Germany , for GSM and UMTS handsets . +1 672171 672222 J.D. Edwards shareholders will receive 0.86 of a share of PeopleSoft for each share of J.D. Edwards . Shareholders will get 0.86 PeopleSoft share , or $ 13.11 , for each J.D. Edwards share , based on recent trading prices . +1 274160 274343 That failure to act contributed to September the 11th and the failure to act today continues ( to put ) Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " Graham said . " That failure to act contributed to September 11 and the failure to act today continues [ to put ] Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " said Graham . +1 1809428 1809439 The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft .NET is available for the suggested list price of $ 1,499 and is intended for OEM and system integrator use . The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft Windows CE.Net is available for $ 1,499 and is intended for use by device manufacturers and systems integrators . +1 1674771 1674720 " There were , " said board member and Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist Douglas Osheroff , " some extremely bad decisions . Board member Douglas Osheroff , a Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist , said : " There were some extremely bad decisions . +1 2570300 2570358 He later learned that the incident was caused by the Concorde 's sonic boom . He later found out the alarming incident had been caused by Concorde 's powerful sonic boom . +1 1528193 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshiper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers first targeted the mosque 's guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . +1 960580 960694 He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . He said the prob lem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet flies again . +0 758457 758501 Doctors would face fines and up to two years in prison for performing the procedure , except as a lifesaving step . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +1 2748287 2748550 " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal is going to win , " McConnell said . " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal 's going to win , " said Sen. Mitch McConnell , assistant majority leader . +1 667083 666922 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " Barbara Comstock said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . +1 264662 264632 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . Since March 11 , when the markets major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multiyear lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 percent . +1 2046156 2046137 The two men , whose names were not released , both were using Pakistani passports and were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , police said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . +1 2854798 2854832 " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . " We have put a lot of energy into patching , later than we should have , " he said . +1 232420 232708 Rebels sought to consolidate their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday after a week of fighting that killed at least 112 people . Rebels consolidated their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday as residents identified at least 112 dead after a week of fighting . +0 1276799 1276920 This was around the time Congress was debating a resolution granting the President broad authority to wage war . Within four days , the House and Senate overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution granting the president authority to go to war . +1 2046138 2046157 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into Blaine , Wash . , from Canada last month , two sources said . After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . +0 1822540 1822921 But Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state only tried to prove its conclusion of suicide , rather than consider the possibility of murder . Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state has refused to consider the possibility of murder . +1 1113463 1113352 " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said at a news conference Wednesday afternoon . " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said hours after arriving in Phoenix . +1 1152748 1152795 Subsequently , some bondholders have filed suit to block the exchange offer . Bondholders of Mirant Americas Generation subsequently filed suit against Mirant seeking to block the exchange offer . +1 1987927 1987906 Officer Evans did not respond to requests for an interview last week . Officer Evans had declined written and telephone requests for an interview . +0 2636610 2636828 Sixty players and five coaches from the school attended the training camp in August in Preston Park , about 125 miles north of Philadelphia . Sixty players and five coaches from Mepham High School in Bellmore , Long Island attended the training camp in August . +0 2564069 2564090 The official would not name the leakers for the record and said he had no indication that Mr Bush knew about the calls . The official would not name the leakers for the record and would not name the journalists . +1 956277 956502 In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . +1 1570830 1570961 Schering-Plough shares fell 72 cents to close at $ 18.34 on the New York Stock Exchange . The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 142204 141852 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and other top Pentagon officials downplayed Wallace 's comments . The Defence Secretary , Donald Rumsfeld , and other top Pentagon officials played down his comments . +1 3394891 3394775 Twenty-eight people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of the St Sophia 's camp , when the mudslide smashed into two cabins . Twenty-seven people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of Saint Sophia Camp , a Greek Orthodox facility , when the mudslide roared through . +1 3020795 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania , relatives said . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . +1 1640881 1640785 And " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " it said the prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " +0 2963943 2963880 One , Capt. Doug McDonald , remained hospitalized in critical condition on Thursday . Her 20-year-old sister , Allyson , was severely burned and remained hospitalized in critical condition . +1 2257252 2257160 Israel 's defense minister on Sunday raised the specter of an Israeli invasion in the Gaza Strip , where Palestinian militants already face a deadly air campaign . Shaul Mofaz , Israel 's Defence Minister , raised the prospect of a ground offensive into the Gaza Strip , in addition to a growing air campaign to assassinate Hamas militants . +0 969672 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +0 2494061 2494129 The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries defied expectations on Wednesday and lowered its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries decided yesterday to lower its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . +0 2832331 2832384 Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures actually will occur in 2004 . Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures will actually occur in 2004 , making that year 's shortfall worse . +1 3270373 3270399 But Odette is the first to form over the Caribbean Sea in December , the Center said . It is the first named storm to develop in the Caribbean in December . +1 27707 27662 Announced last week , Apple 's iTunes Music Store has sold over 1 million songs in the first week , the company announced on Monday . Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . +1 711058 711195 " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee at a separate hearing . " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a separate hearing , before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee . +0 1690639 1690835 The dollar was last at $ 1.1149 to the euro , close to its strongest level since April 30 . The dollar pushed as high as $ 1.1115 to the euro in early trade , extending Tuesday 's one percent rally to hit its strongest level since April 30 . +1 2046157 2046255 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . After their arrests , sources said the men admitted they were smuggled into Washington state from Canada in July . +1 1463866 1463765 The Production Index rose by 1.4 percentage points from 51.5 percent in May to 52.9 percent in June . The production index rose to 52.9 percent from 51.5 percent in May . +0 1865364 1865251 The United States finally relented during President Bush 's visit to Africa earlier this month . During President Bush 's trip to Africa earlier this month , however , Washington said it would support the increase . +1 2569220 2569234 Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , has moved closer to the United States , and did not insist on a timetable Monday . Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , in recent weeks has moved closer to Washington and did not insist on a timetable . +1 2741792 2741869 Power5 , like Power4 , includes two processor cores in a single slice of silicon . Like the Power4 , the Power5 contains two processor cores on one chip . +1 3137958 3137987 She said in 2003 , not one U.S. state had an obesity rate below 15 percent . She said in 2003 , not one American state had an obesity level less than 15 percent of the population . +1 1615721 1615625 Special , sensitive light sensors pick up the telltale glow , he said . A sensitive light detector then looks for the telltale blue glow . +1 2644062 2644100 The federal government is approving new pesticides without basic information such as whether they harm children , says Canada 's environment commissioner . The federal government is approving new pesticides without even knowing whether they pose a threat to children , Canada 's environment watchdog warned yesterday . +0 3273223 3273137 In September 2002 , the nearby Gard region was hit by similar floods . In September 2002 , floods in the Gard region killed 23 people . +1 2391429 2391569 Overall , 83 percent of women washed up , compared with 74 percent of men . But in San Francisco , 80 percent of men and only 59 percent of women washed their hands . +0 3150800 3150832 Analysts had expected 53 cents a share , according to research firm Thomson First Call . Home Depot is expected to report earnings per share of 46 cents for the third quarter , according to Thomson First Call . +0 3207740 3207771 The number of people in the UK infected by HIV , the virus that causes Aids , increased by almost 20 per cent last year to nearly 50,000 . The global epidemic of HIV , the virus that causes Aids , is tightening its grip on Britain with a record number of new cases diagnosed last year . +1 1479614 1479631 But stocks have rallied sharply over the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound later this year . But stocks have roared higher in the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound . +1 2377287 2377246 " Spring has arrived in Estonia -- we 're back in Europe , " Prime Minister Juhan Parts told a news conference on Sunday . " Spring has arrived in Estonia - we 're back in Europe , " Juhan Parts , prime minister , told a news conference last night . +0 1674994 1675024 AMD will own a 60 percent interest in the new company and Fujitsu owns 40 percent . Fujitsu will own 40 percent of the company , which will be headquartered in Sunnyvale , Calif . +0 3013181 3013090 He was then given leave to appeal against the sentence to the Supreme Court of Appeal . He was given leave to appeal against part of his conviction and sentence . +0 2576090 2576067 Songs can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist can only be burned up to five times - Apple 's puts the limit at ten burns . Tracks can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist may only be burned up to five times . +1 424702 424628 SSE shares were little changed , up 0.3 percent at 654 pence by 1018 GMT , but analysts welcomed the move . SSE shares were unchanged at 652 pence by 0835 GMT but analysts welcomed the deal . +0 1087794 1087906 Shares of EDS gained $ 1.49 , or 6.6 percent , to $ 23.999 early Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares were off 30 cents , or 1.3 percent , at $ 22.58 on Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 263690 263819 " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . He also said there is no conscious policy by the United States to move the value of the dollar . +0 2832301 2832197 The deficit is still expected to top $ 500 billion in 2004 -- even with an improving economy . But Mr. Bolten cautioned that the deficit was still likely to exceed $ 500 billion in the 2004 fiscal year . +1 283751 283290 It 's the first such drill since the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington . It is the nation 's first large-scale counterterrorism exercise since the Sept . 11 terrorist attacks . +1 2475154 2475032 " As a responsible leader we feel it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " Microsoft told the BBC . " As a responsible leader we felt it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " stated Gillian Kent , director at MSN UK . +1 629327 628977 We have already found two trailers , both of which we believe were used for the manufacture of biological weapons . We have already found two trailers that we and the Americans believe were used for chemical and biological weapons . " +0 1962336 1962172 America Online last quarter lost 846,000 dial-up subscribers . No wonder AOL lost 846,000 subscribers last quarter . +1 2517014 2516995 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will return home late Friday but will remain in detention after recovering from surgery at a Yangon hospital , her personal physician said . Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . +1 2931868 2932271 Governor Gray Davis estimated yesterday that the fires could cost nearly $ 2 billion . State officials estimated the cost at nearly $ 2 billion . +1 1777329 1777407 None of the Prairie Plant Systems marijuana can be distributed until the document is made available , she said . None of Prairie Plant 's marijuana can be distributed until the Health Canada 's user manual is made available , she said . +1 1330643 1330622 According to the Merchant Marine Ministry , the 37-year-old ship is registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . The Baltic Sky is a 37-year-old ship registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . +1 2830598 2830310 He left the ship after the collision , went to his home , and attempted suicide . Captain Smith left the ferry terminal after the crash , went to his home and attempted suicide . +1 1850025 1850312 He reportedly claims Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while Harold Keke 's group was armed . He was reported as saying Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while notorious warlord Harold Keke 's group was armed . +1 1051289 1050975 " The woman was taken to New Charing Cross Hospital by ambulance and her condition is critical . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . +1 3111452 3111428 In an unusual move , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites . In an unusual move that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages . +1 2950523 2950560 If sufficient evidence exists at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . If the judge decides that is so at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . +1 2555597 2555783 They returned in 1999 after rebel raids on a neighboring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-building bombings that were blamed on the rebels . In 1999 , troops returned after rebel raids on a neighbouring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-house bombings in Russian cities that were blamed on the rebels . +0 1167835 1167651 Kansas Department of Health and Environment records show there were 88 abortions performed on girls age 14 and younger last year . Statistics from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment show that 11,844 abortions were performed in the state last year . +1 1637180 1637269 Tropical Storm Claudette continued its slow churn toward the Texas coast early Sunday , with forecasters expecting the plodding storm system to make landfall as a hurricane by early Tuesday . Tropical Storm Claudette headed for the Texas coast Saturday , with forecasters saying the sluggish storm system could reach hurricane strength before landfall early Tuesday . +1 593262 593254 " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Doug Feith , undersecretary of defence for policy , said in an interview . " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Douglas J. Feith , undersecretary of defence force policy , is quoted as saying . +1 1762550 1762497 According to Sanmina-SCI , Newisys , based in Austin , Texas , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . Newisys , an Austin , Texas , startup headed by former IBM and Dell execs , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . +1 571118 571179 Several black Democratic leaders were attempting to arrange a meeting with DNC chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs . Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . +0 1171250 1171385 The company 's shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . +1 2650998 2650889 The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday in federal court in Wilmington , Del . , claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive-learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . +1 614859 614815 They also drafted a non-binding priorities list specifying that a quarter of it may be used to reduce planned 5 percent cuts in fees paid to health-care providers . They also drafted a nonbinding priorities list specifying that one-quarter may be used to reduce planned cuts of 5 percent in fees paid to health care providers . +0 3114193 3114207 The Thomson First Call consensus was for earnings of 19 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected earnings of 19 cents per share in the third quarter . +0 2586686 2586305 Mr Hadley , who has a new partner and child , said : " I am absolutely delighted . In a statement issued by his solicitors , Mr Hadley said : " I am absolutely delighted with the outcome of proceedings . +1 1336938 1337021 " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " said Troy , who spoke quickly but in a steady voice . " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " he said . +0 1423836 1423708 A European Union spokesman said the Commission was consulting EU member states " with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary " on the matter . Laos 's second most important export destination - said it was consulting EU member states ' ' with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary ' ' on the matter . +0 1239811 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . +0 547045 547345 Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . The analyst , already let go by Merrill , can request a hearing before a NASD panel . +1 666922 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . +0 386343 386068 One man died and 15 others were hospitalized after drinking tainted coffee following the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . The victims drank tainted coffee after the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . +0 633766 633873 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 98.74 points , or 1.12 percent , to 8,949.00 . The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which rose 2.9 percent during the four-day trading week . +0 1726006 1725909 Analysts ' consensus estimate from Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.08 a share , excluding one-time items . The estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.75 a share . +1 2052012 2052105 He blamed guerrillas from the Taliban regime ousted in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber died in the blast . He blamed the blast on guerillas from the Taliban regime overthrown in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber was killed in the blast . +1 2090911 2091154 Waiting crowds filling the streets on both sides overwhelmed the peacekeepers soon after daylight , sweeping past the barbed wire barricades . But waiting crowds filling the streets rushed the bridges soon after daylight , overrunning razor-wire barricades . +0 516006 515989 Responding later , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said , " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " +1 2965621 2965471 Hannum was five and a half months pregnant when her mother died . In her testimony , Kate Hannum said she was 5 1 / 2 months pregnant when her mother was killed . +0 342103 342374 Goold said reporters ' calls to Peterson may have been monitored . Prosecutors said interviews Peterson gave reporters may have been monitored in case the fertilizer salesman confessed . +0 1733125 1733103 The state 's population was 6,080,485 in 2000 , according to the U.S. census . Between 1960 and 2000 , however , the state 's population grew by 30.4 percent to 6,080,485 . +1 2265271 2265152 Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products not sold in the United States . Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products unknown to the American market . +1 2225652 2225503 The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped unharmed , Aaron said . +1 3062202 3062308 By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said , the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than for those obtained in the United States . By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than U.S. drugs . +1 2911413 2911040 He also accused royal courtiers of poisoning the brothers ’ “ little minds ” . He said the royal family has poisoned the princes ' " little minds . " +0 1989067 1989022 The total for the Johnny Depp swashbuckler rose to $ 232.8 million . Its cumulative total is $ 232.8 million , heading for $ 275 million . +0 2676314 2676351 I would like to congratulate Russia on the successful World Climate Change Conference last week . Momentous happenings at the World Climate Conference in Moscow last week . +0 1428155 1428182 At least seven other governments have signed agreements , but have asked not to have them publicized . Egypt , Mongolia , the Seychelles , Tunisia and at least three other governments have signed unpublicized agreements . +1 3119492 3119462 The G + J executive was testifying in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court where O 'Donnell and G + J are suing each other for breach of contract . He spoke in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court , where O 'Donnell and G + J sued each other for breach of contract . +1 2155514 2155377 He said : " For the first time there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all . " " For the first time , there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all , " Dyke said . +1 1649586 1649681 By 10 p.m. , Claudette was centered about 320 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . Early Monday , the center of Claudette was about 300 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained wind blowing at 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . +1 1022631 1022710 Jim Furyk celebrated his first Father 's Day as a father by winning his first major golf championship . His first Father 's Day as a dad , his first major as a champion . +1 516067 515977 " We must not engage in borough warfare , " Thompson testified at a budget hearing by the City Council 's Finance Committee . " We must not engage in borough warfare , " the Comptroller William Thompson told the Council , according to his written testimony . +0 3319118 3319092 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 3.14 points , or 0.29 percent , to 1,071.99 . The Standard & Poor 's retail index < .RLX > was up more than 1.5 percent . +1 66486 66500 He took batting practice on the field for the second time Tuesday since his opening-day injury . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . +1 1552068 1551928 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 7 p.m. EST Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . +0 1284151 1284174 The redesigned Finder also features search , coloured labels for customized organization of documents and projects and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and UNIX file servers . It also supports coloured labels to better organise documents , and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and Unix file servers . +1 1770700 1770742 But to see those pages , users would be required by Amazon to register , and Amazon plans to limit the amount of any single book a customer can view . But to see those pages Amazon would require users to register , and it plans to limit the amount of any single book a browser can view . +1 936978 937500 Eric Gagne pitched a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in as many opportunities . Gagne struck out two in a perfect ninth inning for his 23rd save . +0 781683 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors - three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . +1 2467891 2467898 Between 1993 and 2002 , 142 allegations of sexual assault were reported . From 1993 to 2002 , there were 142 reported sexual assaults at the academy . +1 424456 424522 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these superannuation payments irrespective of ... ( how ) he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . +1 1379534 1379472 Five Big East schools , Connecticut , Pittsburgh , Rutgers , Virginia Tech and West Virginia , filed the lawsuit June 6 . Pittsburgh , West Virginia , Rutgers , Connecticut and Virginia Tech filed the lawsuit this month in Hartford , Conn . +1 212678 212621 Graham said the surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he is recovered . Graham acknowledged that surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he said he feels strong and has the go-ahead from his doctors . +1 1965766 1965716 As temperatures soar above 50 degrees ( 120 Fahrenheit ) , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt in Basra . As temperatures soar above 120 Fahrenheit in Basra , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt . +1 126740 127044 Chief merchandising officers oversee the buying and development of merchandise , deciding the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . He or she decides the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . +1 3003536 3003613 " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " stated SIA President George Scalise , in a statement . +1 2343284 2343320 The ISM noted that " with the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 . " " With the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 , " the Arizona-based group said . +1 221463 221513 That investigation closed without any charges being laid . The investigation was closed without charges in 2001 . +0 1796330 1795954 Officials at Mortazavi 's office and the judiciary declined to respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the accusations . Judiciary officials did not immediately respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the criticism of Mortazavi 's appointment . +0 3328016 3328333 Beagle 2 is attached to Mars Express by what is known as a Spin-Up and Ejection Mechanism ( Suem ) . A command is sent to Mars Express to release Beagle 2 by what is known as a Spin-Up and Eject Mechanism . +1 618387 618228 Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of Jack Nicklaus who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before faltering to a 69 . Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of the Golden Bear who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before shooting 69 . +0 746176 745950 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 3.41 points , or 0.35 percent , at 967.00 , also its highest close so far this year . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . +1 263752 263690 " There is no conscious policy on the part of the United States to move the dollar at all , " Snow said . " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . +1 2313849 2313797 " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " FirstEnergy Chief Executive Peter Burg told the House panel . " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " Burg said . +1 54528 54500 Kinsley , for example , wrote in the Post Monday : " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number . " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number , " Michael Kinsely wrote . +1 2395061 2394939 He projected Vanderpool will be available within the next five years . Products featuring Vanderpool will be released within five years , he said . +0 985015 984975 One way or another , Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix will be in your hands by Saturday . Just about everything about " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix " will set records . +1 3034529 3034440 The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqis to make the invitation , which he said the United States appears unwilling to do . The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqi council to make the invitation - a move he said the United States appears unwilling to make . +0 2221678 2221623 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.3 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 declined 0.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index gained 0.6 percent . +0 1535361 1535345 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index fell 3.99 , or 0.2 percent , to 1,682.72 , following a two-day win of 55.93 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 8.52 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,670.21 . +1 3200919 3201393 He was released on $ 3-million bail and immediately returned to Las Vegas , where he had been filming a video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . +1 3155022 3154888 Florida 's primary isn 't until March 9 - following 28 other states . Florida 's primary will be March 9 , after 28 states ' primaries or caucuses . +1 2221876 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . +1 455285 455123 Dividends are currently taxed at ordinary income tax rates of as much as 38.6 per cent . Under current law , dividends are taxed at standard income tax rates up to 38.6 percent . +0 3378928 3378898 Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of Defense for health affairs , said the vaccine poses little danger . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . +0 1559190 1559098 There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned in the rescuers ' direction , forlorn , hopeless . There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned and mouthed something . +1 2778966 2779062 Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to get the loan provision removed from the final bill . Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to see that the loan provision was not in the final bill . +0 1491619 1491642 A final decision on his fate , including the power of the death penalty , lay with President Bush . A final decision on his fate would lie with US President George Bush . +0 2859844 2859942 " And about eight to 10 seconds down , I hit . " I was in the water for about eight seconds . +0 3037559 3037387 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . " I 'm very proud of the citizens of this state , " said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . +1 536277 536208 The two blond opponents appeared almost identical in matching powder-blue outfits – to their dismay . The two blond opponents appeared almost identical because they wore matching powder-blue outfits - to their dismay . " +1 2084866 2084802 The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning that they have barely enough time to organize the election before the balloting is scheduled to begin . The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning they have barely enough time to organize the election . +1 2536322 2536356 The House Government Reform Committee rapidly approved the legislation this morning . The House Government Reform Committee passed the bill today . +1 146126 146291 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . +1 1430357 1430425 " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " said Josh Lichter , a meteorologist with the Houston-Galveston weather office . " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " Lichter said . +1 3039310 3039413 Today , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the September 11 2001 attacks . On Wednesday , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the attacks in the US of September 11 2001 . +1 71282 71506 The seizure of the money was confirmed by a US Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers in Baghdad in rebuilding the country 's banking and financial system . The seizure of the money was confirmed by a United States Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers here to rebuild the country 's banking and financial system . +0 42207 42173 That was a reversal from a loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . Net income was 12 cents a share , compared with a net loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . +1 1355339 1355163 The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names Lay and Skilling among others . The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names former Enron Chairman Kenneth Lay and former chief executive Jeff Skilling , among others . +1 34513 34742 Police say CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the United States . Mr McKinlay said that CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the US . +0 1949328 1949306 We can make life very difficult for terrorist elements , we can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there . We can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there , but often the beast survives . +1 2198639 2198910 Overall , students are most likely to be taught by a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work-force portrait shows . The average teacher is a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work force portrait shows . +1 1317759 1317853 Carnival Corp. stock was trading at $ 31.29 during midday trading Wednesday , down 72 cents or 2.25 percent . Carnival Corp. stock was down 2.5 percent , or 81 cents , at $ 31.20 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1114356 1114165 According to the 2000 Census , Long Beach 's Hispanic or Latino population was listed at 35.8 percent . According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . +0 830656 830805 Lewis , the WBC champion , can still fight June 21 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles against another opponent . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . +1 1973756 1973638 With 2.3 million members nationwide , the Episcopal Church is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member global Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Communion . +1 2063609 2063635 BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O on Thursday said second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew amid a contracting overall market for business software . BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O said on Thursday second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew slightly more than Wall Street expected amid a contracting overall market for business software . +1 3128160 3128278 It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . Details of the research will appear in a future issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . +0 264278 264400 The market 's broader gauges also posted big gains , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . The broader market also retreated , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . +1 2159006 2158955 Mr. Geoghan had been living in a protective custody unit since being transferred to the prison on April 3 . He had been in protective custody since being transferred to Souza-Baranowski in April , officials said . +1 2560842 2560784 WinFS will require that applications be rewritten to exploit such capabilities . However , applications will have to be rewritten to take advantage of such capabilities . +1 2287318 2287402 The pilot decided to fly to Kennedy , which has longer runways than Newark Airport . " Realizing this , the pilot changed course and diverted to Kennedy , which has longer runways . " +1 949672 949874 The number of probable cases dropped to 64 on Tuesday from 66 on Monday in and around Toronto , a city of four million people . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . +1 1346473 1346394 Despite their differences , U.S. and EU leaders said there were areas of agreement . Despite these and other differences , U.S. and EU leaders insisted they were working well together . +1 3079665 3079690 Bolland told the News of the World : “ I was astonished at Sir Michael ’ s question . Mr Bolland said : " I was astonished at Sir Michael 's question . +1 1128192 1128199 Symbol 's former chief accounting officer , Robert Korkuc , is expected to plead guilty in a federal court in Long Island later Thursday , according to reports . The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that Robert Korkuc was expected to plead guilty Thursday in federal court on Long Island to securities fraud charges . +1 3437630 3437425 Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business were arrested last week and questioned by magistrates investigating the collapse of Parmalat , the Italian dairy company . Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business have been arrested and are being questioned by magistrates over the collapse of the giant food group . +1 1613553 1613472 But Senate criticism of the House plan Tuesday came on several fronts . And several Senate Republicans are cranky about the House map . +0 196230 195968 He proposed a system under which it would take fewer and fewer votes to overcome a filibuster . Frist proposed a process in which it would take gradually fewer votes to overcome filibusters preventing final votes on judicial confirmations . +1 1219395 1219620 The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo contained in the play and would not allow the characters to sleep together . The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo of the play and would not allow Ewell 's character to sleep with Monroe 's . +1 3223195 3223214 A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . +1 368067 368018 Chiron already has nearly 20 percent acceptances from PowderJect 's shareholders . Chiron has acceptances from holders of nearly 20 percent of PowderJect shares . +1 175943 175919 Mark Kaiser , vice-president of marketing , and Tim Lee , vice-president of purchasing , were dismissed last week . Mark Kaiser and Tim Lee , respectively US Foodservice vice-presidents for marketing and purchasing , have been dismissed . +0 747968 748092 The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . Under the proposed terms of the transaction , and following the spinoff of PalmSource , Palm will exchange 0.09 shares for each share of Handspring . +0 3414738 3414762 Shares of San Diego-based Jack In The Box closed at $ 21.49 , up 78 cents , or 3.8 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2806879 2806935 It doesnt appear the children struggled , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said Saturday . The cause of death is drowning , and the manner of death is homicide , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said . +1 2271664 2272487 The most recent was in 1998 , when Dr Barnett Slepian was killed in his home in Amherst , New York . The most recent killing was in 1998 , when Dr. Barnett Slepian was shot and killed in his home in Amherst , N.Y. +1 2210997 2211155 Meanwhile , Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst alluded to an interparty political struggle : " Sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst suggested a political motive for the report , saying : " It sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " +0 2256139 2255931 In Washington on Sunday , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said the bureau will join the investigation in An-Najaf . In Washington , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said Sunday the bureau will provide forensic analysis of the wreckage . +1 892628 892971 Jason Giambi capitalized with an RBI single to center . Jason Giambi contributed a two-out RBI single . +0 1209978 1209647 Cabrera was called up to help in left field because Todd Hollandsworth has not been productive . Cabrera was called up Friday from Double A Carolina and started in left field . +0 2271581 2272060 Months later , another clinic doctor , Dr. Wayne Patterson , was killed away from the clinic . Months later , an unknown shooter killed Dr. Wayne Patterson , who ran Gunn 's clinic . +1 2280387 2280353 " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " John C. McCarthy , Forrester Group director , said . " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " McCarthy said in a statement . +1 2331304 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . +1 1048622 1048759 Rescue workers had to scrounge for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . Wagner and Wolford both said that rescue workers were scrounging for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . +0 1378008 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 611663 611716 Ernst & Young has denied any wrongdoing and plans to fight the allegations . Ernst & Young has denied the SEC 's claims , and called its recommendations " irresponsible " . +1 1851859 1851814 In the year-ago period , Pearson posted a 26 million pre-tax profit . A year ago the firm posted a profit of 26 million pounds . +1 187187 187147 World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. also have filed applications seeking authority to provide service to Iraq . Cargo carriers World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. have also applied for permission to fly to Baghdad , Mosley said . +1 2580932 2581102 When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and was watching a TV cartoon channel . +0 2046780 2046991 DeVries did make one stop in town Wednesday - registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . Convicted child molester Brian DeVries spoke out in response to community outrage Wednesday afternoon after registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . +0 61617 61757 Inflation-index bonds are carrying an interest rate of 4.66 percent . The interest rate on Series EE savings bonds for May through October is 2.66 percent . +0 3292501 3292585 The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . +1 2229168 2229224 Air Transport Association spokeswoman Diana Cronan said that travel was down in May through July and that she also expected it to be off over Labor Day . ATA spokeswoman Diana Cronan said travel was down in May through July , and she also expects it to be down some over Labor Day . +1 2170444 2170659 " NASA 's organizational culture and structure had as much to do with this accident as the ( loose ) foam . " " The NASA organizational culture had as much to do with this accident as the foam , " the report said . +0 3142677 3142446 Durst was acquitted this week in the murder of his elderly neighbor , 71-year-old Morris Black . Durst , a millionaire , pleaded self-defense in the death of his neighbor Morris Black . +1 3120087 3120252 Civil liberties groups protested and a US district judge ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional promotion of religion . Civil liberties groups filed suit , and U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson ordered the monument moved last October , calling it an unconstitutional promotion of religion by government . +1 1223140 1223201 They are due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today . The men will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday . +1 1072440 1072674 Jordan Green , the prelate 's private lawyer , said he had no comment . O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . +0 145183 145154 Shares closed on NASDAQ just below their 52-week high , at $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . Trading of EchoStar 's stock closed Tuesday at a 52-week high of $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . +1 312456 312396 Some state lawmakers say they remain hopeful Bush will sign it , though they acknowledge pressure on the governor to do otherwise . Some state legislators behind the bill say they remain hopeful Bush will sign the legislation , though they acknowledge pressure is building on the governor to do otherwise . +1 98432 98657 The attack followed several days of disturbances in the city where American soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians carried out demonstrations against the American presence . The attack came after several days of disturbance in the city in which U.S. soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians protested the American presence . +0 2986989 2986953 A total of 114 soldiers were killed in the active combat phase that began March 20 . A total of 114 U.S. soldiers were killed between the start of the war March 20 and the end of April . +0 3010408 3010442 Gillespie sent a letter to CBS President Leslie Moonves asking for a historical review or a disclaimer . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . +1 702468 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Heyer said in a statement . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . +1 2664149 2664187 However , official statistics published this week showed a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . +1 1805639 1805436 Printer maker Lexmark International Inc. spurted $ 3.95 to $ 63.35 , recouping some of the $ 14.10 it lost Monday . Other gainers included Lexmark , which rose $ US3.95 to $ US63.35 , recouping some of the $ US14.10 it lost Monday . +1 1017806 1017918 Representatives of abuse victims were dismayed by the development . Representatives of abuse victims expressed dismay at the possibility . +0 2331801 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's underwear . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . +1 2564410 2564005 He said the issue of disclosing classified information about a C.I.A. officer was " a very serious matter " that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . The White House said that leaking classified information was a serious matter that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . +0 2690149 2690096 Unemployment across the state fell a half of a percentage point last month to 6.1 percent from August 's mark of 6.6 percent . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . +1 3039007 3038845 No company employee has received an individual target letter at this time . She said no company official had received " an individual target letter at this time . " +1 193958 194062 Under the U.S. Constitution , the other chamber of Congress , the House of Representatives , does not vote on foreign alliances . The U.S. House of Representatives , the other chamber of Congress , does not vote on treaties . +1 3104386 3104362 Shares in Wal-Mart closed at $ 58.28 , up 16 cents , in Tuesday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Wal-Mart shares rose 16 cents to close at $ 58.28 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 259990 259815 " And they will learn the meaning of American justice , " he said to strong and extended applause . " The U.S. will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice , " Bush told the crowd , which burst into applause . +1 274461 274830 Two of the Britons , Sandy Mitchell from Glasgow and Glasgow-born William Sampson , face the death penalty . Sandy Mitchell , 44 , from Kirkintilloch , Glasgow , and William Sampson , a British citizen born in Glasgow , face beheading in public . +1 68016 67933 During a period of nearly a decade , Telemarketing Associates raised more than $ 7 million . Telemarketing Associates , hired by VietNow , raised $ 7.1 million from 1987 to 1995 . +1 1473646 1473505 In the present case , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be another mediated out-of-court settlement , and he estimated that it could approach $ 30 million . In the present case , too , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be an out-of-court settlement , which he estimated could approach $ 30 million . +1 1410941 1410923 " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " said Mr. Chandler , but simply that his team hasn 't uncovered evidence indicating such a link . " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " Mr. Chandler said , but simply that his team has found no such evidence . +1 927430 927587 In 2002 , the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . In 2002 , Senator Trapdoor took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . +1 1984639 1984517 Mr Levine confirmed that Ms Cohen Alon had tried to sell the story during the World Cup . Ms Cohen Alon 's lawyer , Donald Levine , confirmed she tried to sell the story in February . +1 1604530 1604464 In addition to HP , vendors backing SMI-S include Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun and Veritas . Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun Microsystems , and VERITAS are also onboard to support the storage standard . +1 2933717 2933887 Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer waits to cross borders and will hurt commerce . Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer lines that will damage cross-border commerce . +0 329537 329563 With the economy sluggish , producers have had a tough time trying to raise prices . Economists said the report on wholesale prices showed producers were having a tough time trying to raise prices . +0 53579 53653 In next week 's drill , " our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " Ridge said . " Our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " including use of weapons of mass destruction , Ridge said . +1 1708040 1708062 Second-quarter results reflected a gain of 10 cents per diluted share , while the 2002 results included a loss of 19 cents per diluted share . The second-quarter results had a non-operating gain of 10 cents a share while the 2002 second-quarter performance had a net non-operating loss of 19 cents a share . +1 2173122 2173166 Easynews Inc. was subpoenaed late last week by the FBI , which was seeking account information related to the uploading of the virus to the ISP 's Usenet news group server . Easynews Inc. said Monday that it was cooperating with the FBI in trying to locate the person who uploaded the virus to a Usenet news group hosted by the ISP . +0 2512881 2512837 Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . Excluding litigation charges it made a profit of $ 7.8 million , or 10 cents a share . +0 2210832 2210795 " They are trying to turn him into a martyr , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation , which tracks abortion-related violence . " We need to take these threats seriously , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation . +0 1757264 1757375 He allegedly told his ex-wife in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . The two had battled over custody and he allegedly told her in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . +1 2586233 2586269 Two women lost their battle in a British court yesterday to save their frozen embryos and use them to have children without the consent of their former partners . Two British women lost a desperate court battle on Wednesday to have babies using frozen embryos their former partners want destroyed . +0 1857647 1857914 BOB HOPE , master of the one-liner and Americas favourite comedian , died with a smile on his face yesterday just months after celebrating his 100th birthday . Bob Hope , the master of one-line quips , died Sunday night " with a smile on his face , " his daughter said yesterday . +0 702537 702542 Prior to joining Kodak , Palumbo worked for Procter & Gamble Corp. , where he managed products such as Folgers and Pantene shampoo . Prior to joining Eastman Kodak , Mr. Palumbo held senior marketing positions for Procter & Gamble . +0 519659 519346 But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus is on his job , not the recall petition . But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus " is on doing the work that he 's being paid to do . " +1 130002 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index lost 6.77 , or 0.7 percent , to 927.62 as of 10 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . +1 1849905 1849875 Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a smiling senior policeman shook hands with Mr Laczynski and patted him on the shoulder . Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a senior policeman smiled and shook Mr Lacsynski 's hand and patted him on the shoulder . +1 2570236 2570437 " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " Nicky Webster , a spokesman for Hempleman-Adams , said . Partway across the Atlantic , " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " the balloonist 's spokesperson Nicky Webster said . +0 228824 228863 The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week and is searching for a replacement for retiring co-anchor Jane Pauley . The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week , losing its Tuesday berth . +1 1740656 1740677 A Commerce spokesman issued a brief statement late Friday , noting that the task force " evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply . " " The energy task force evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply , " the statement said . +0 1669206 1669252 Each count has a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and $ 1 million fine . Both executives face up to 10 years in prison and a $ 1 million fine for securities fraud . +1 2664492 2664470 Revenue jumped 26 percent to $ 817 million , the South San Francisco-based company said in a statement . Revenue rose 26 percent , to $ 817 million , the company , based in South San Francisco , Calif . , said . +1 1438505 1438576 " PeopleSoft has consistently maintained that the proposed combination of PeopleSoft and Oracle faces substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . " PeopleSoft has argued that an Oracle takeover would face substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . +1 1792303 1792426 Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after the Cuban revolution . Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after Fidel Castro overthrew a dictatorship and installed a Communist government . +1 1862940 1862654 The Association of South East Asian Nations groups Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand , and Vietnam . ASEAN comprises Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand and Vietnam . +1 2826660 2826474 The fight about online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court Monday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . +0 197853 197784 The dollar 's slide against the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . Despite hefty losses against the euro , the dollar 's slide versus the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . +1 2818052 2817713 Referring to a battle against a Muslim warlord in Somalia , Boykin told another audience , " I knew my God was bigger than his . Referring to a Muslim fighter in Somalia , Boykin said that " my God was bigger than his . +0 1477632 1477593 Meester , a 20-year-old sophomore , could face life in prison if convicted on charges of rape , forcible sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . +1 3254694 3254717 The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.3 per cent at 9,886.75 , while the Nasdaq Composite index was 0.4 per cent higher at 1,986.97 . On Wall Street , the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5 per cent at 9,905.8 and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.7 per cent at 1,995.1 . +1 68529 68510 His decision was delayed by concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . Daniels told the Star April 20 he was holding back because of concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . +0 1191438 1191562 Woori Finance is the only large bank remaining to be sold but the government still has large stakes in several other lenders . Woori Finance is the only large bank still to be sold but the state retains large stakes in several others , leading to suspicions of government meddling in lending decisions . +0 2551832 2551614 Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante and Republican state Sen. Tom McClintock are in different political worlds . Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante was first choice of 25 percent , followed by state Sen. Tom McClintock with 18 percent . +1 2467993 2467953 In addition , juries in both state and federal cases have become increasingly reluctant to impose the death penalty . Juries in state and federal cases alike have also grown reluctant to impose the death penalty . +1 1723132 1723089 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index slipped 12.27 points or 1.23 percent to 981.73 . The S. & P. 500 slipped 12.27 points , or 1.2 percent , to 981.73 . +1 2225543 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building -- two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend -- escaped unharmed , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . +1 1043105 1042991 BT said the combination would have an immediate impact on subscriptions with 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . BT said it expected the combination to reap 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . +1 3255083 3255063 The King of Prussia-based company could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer by then , the company said . The company , based in King of Prussia near Philadelphia , said it could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer for them . +1 3258350 3258262 He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents indicate a lingering medical problem could be part of his defense . He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents show that a lingering medical condition could contribute to his defense . +1 2545545 2545504 They used discarded skin from consenting patients who had undergone surgery and exposed it to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . Sanders and colleagues at RAFT exposed skin samples removed from consenting patients during surgery to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . +0 2210473 2210658 And Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the monument in the courthouse two years ago , said he will fight to keep his job . It was the culmination of a row caused by Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the 2400kg monument in the Alabama Judicial Building in 2001 . +1 502271 502294 Regional utility Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit near Sendai automatically shut down due to the quake . Japan 's Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit in northern Japan , automatically shut down due to the quake . +1 440827 440875 Blagojevich reiterated his stance Wednesday to not prop up the budget with a gambling expansion . Governor Rod Blagojevich said he would not balance the state budget with gambling revenues . +1 3278429 3278400 " I 'm pleased by the fact that we are bringing this to a conclusion , " he said . " I 'm pleased we are bringing it to a conclusion , " Garton said . +0 781813 781879 Shares of National were losing 95 cents , or 3.9 % , to $ 23.73 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Walgreen 's shares were up 4.6 % , or $ 1.42 , to $ 32.11 in midday New York Stock Exchange trading . +0 3267822 3267949 Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , anticipating that customers will buy more personal computers during the key holiday season . Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , and announced it will take an accounting charge on one of its businesses . +0 669959 670149 " This proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity , " Elpida President Yukio Sakamoto said in a news release . " The proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity to better support our customer requirements , " said Yukio Sakamoto , Elpida 's president . +1 2490131 2490074 Many women complain that they become more forgetful around the time of menopause , and some doctors believe that hormonal changes are the reason . Many women complain that they become more forgetful after menopause , and some doctors have come to believe the hormonal changes brought on by menopause are the reason . +1 2136148 2136242 Sobig.F became one of the most widespread viruses ever , crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . Since surfacing late Monday , Sobig.F has been crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . +1 881566 881614 The girl turned up late Sunday at a convenience store in East Palo Alto , about 30 miles from her home . The girl turned up late Sunday night at an East Palo Alto convenience store about 30 miles from her home . +0 1182221 1182195 " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , but this is an experiment worth introducing , " said David Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , " said Dave Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . +0 1319151 1319599 BaFin and the head of the principal finance group , Robin Saunders , were not immediately available to comment . BaFin , Germany 's chief financial regulator , and the prosecutor 's office were not immediately available for comment . +1 654228 654098 The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter , IBM said in a statement . Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . +1 871476 871541 " His advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it . " The president 's " advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it , " said White House spokesman Ari Fleischer . +1 3439709 3439626 At his request , he will be reassigned within the district . District Superintendent J. Chester Floyd told reporters Monday that McCrackin will be reassigned within the district . +1 383417 383558 Worldwide , more than 50 million people have seen " Les Miz , " with gross receipts of $ 1.8 billion . Worldwide , Les Misérables has been seen by over 50 million people , with a total gross of over $ 2 billion . +1 2632317 2632336 The US Federal Trade Commission has also filed a lawsuit challenging Rambus . Still pending against Rambus is a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission . +0 1458220 1458108 Andrew M. Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy Cuomo plan to divorce . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . +1 3207860 3207813 That would give smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . He agrees that technically smoking could be considered a disability , giving smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . +0 2806634 2806558 Drugs are up to 50 percent cheaper in Canada than the United States because of government price controls . Brand-name drugs in Canada tend to be cheaper than in the United States because of government price controls and a favorable exchange rate . +1 2531741 2531598 Their father had pleaded with the doctors to stop the fight after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life-support . Their father had pleaded with doctors to abandon their efforst after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life support . +1 2601356 2601403 Brian Florence , 38 , died Sept . 25 of a heart attack in Alexandria , said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . " Mr. Florence died Thursday of heart failure , " said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . +0 1410601 1410768 Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 wounded in the past few days . Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 injured as the rebels fought into the capital . +0 2436848 2436676 A West Knoxville restaurant has reported several cases of hepatitis A to the Knox County Health Department . The news has caused a rush of people to the Knox County Health Department to get vaccinated . +1 2440086 2440257 The review outlines the tariffs ' impact on domestic steel industry and steel consumers halfway through the three-year program . The ITC midpoint review of the tariffs outlines their impact so far on the domestic steel industry and steel consumers . +1 727276 727340 Besides the fact that Americans want to be liked , she said , there is a " huge cost when world opinion is negative to the United States . Americans just want to be liked , she said , but there also is a " huge cost " when world opinion is negative toward the United States . +1 1674733 1674780 John Logsdon , a board member , said that " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " In fact , said John Logsdon , a board member and George Washington University expert on space policy , " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " +1 2281835 2281720 PC-related products were the strongest sector in July , with microprocessors up 5.6 % and DRAMs up 8.2 % from June , the industry group said . PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . +1 2471258 2471214 The Prime Ministers of China , Russia and four central Asian nations have met in Beijing and approved a budget for their regional security grouping . The prime ministers of China , Russia and four Central Asian countries signed agreements on Tuesday that set plans in motion for a long-awaited regional anti-terrorism centre in Uzbekistan . +0 2766112 2766084 In fiction : Edward P. Jones ( " The Known World " ) and Scott Spencer ( " A Ship Made of Paper " ) . The fifth nominee for fiction is Scott Spencer , for A Ship Made of Paper . +1 1261116 1261234 " Overwhelmingly the Windows brand really resonated with them . " " Windows was the part of the experience that really resonated with people . " +0 514810 514453 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a press conference to sway opinion against Powell and the two other Republicans on the panel . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . +0 289188 289505 It will cost about $ 20,000 per eight-week course of treatment , comparable to other injected cancer therapies , a spokeswoman said . It will cost about $ 20,000 per average course of treatment -16 to 17 weeks . +1 2077719 2077537 The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at £ 169.99 while the InfoPath XML ( Extensible Markup Language ) data gathering application is priced at £ 179.99 . The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at $ 273 while the InfoPath XML data gathering application is priced at $ 289 . +1 3313145 3313172 The current plan is to release the videotapes of the sessions , after U.S. review , on Friday , said Jim Landale , a spokesman for the tribunal . The current plan is to release videotapes of the sessions on Friday , after the review , said Jim Landale , a tribunal spokesman . +1 1183958 1183917 Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was 3 to 1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was 2 to 1 . Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was about 3-to-1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was about 2-to-1 . +1 259814 260052 Before addressing the economy , Bush discussed the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia , which killed as many as 29 people , including seven Americans . The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . +1 1860590 1860965 Sens. John Kerry and Bob Graham declined invitations to speak . The no-shows were Sens. John Kerry of Massachusetts and Bob Graham of Florida . +1 3217914 3217410 Senate passage of the Medicare bill was almost certain , possibly as early as today . Senate passage of the Medicare bill is almost certain Monday . +1 899533 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy , in Bangkok were among the targets , it said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . +1 330570 330597 SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , as it has on economies across the region , hammering consumer spending and leaving shops , restaurants and airports empty . SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , hammering consumer spending , with shops , restaurants and airports empty while people stay at home . +1 1856517 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . +0 379912 380057 Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 358.65 / 359.15 an ounce at 0500 GMT , having darted as high as $ 359.25 -- a level not seen since February 25 . +1 2278050 2278126 Parson has been charged on one count of intentionally causing or attempting to cause damage to a computer . Parson faces one federal count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . +0 375988 375914 She appeared in federal court there Monday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . Holloway surrendered in Cleveland on Friday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . +1 184751 184597 There is , however , no photo of Peter Hollingworth in the June issue examined by the Herald yesterday . There is , however , no photograph of Dr Hollingworth in the June issue of the magazine examined by The Age yesterday . +1 2095800 2095807 The bank also said its offer was subject to the agreement of Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by 30 September 2003 . The offer is also subject to Goldman signing an agreement with Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by Sept . 30 , it said . +1 2271486 2271836 Hill , 50 , would be the first person executed for killing an abortion doctor . On Wednesday , Hill is scheduled to become the first person executed for murdering an abortion doctor . +0 1076887 1076865 On Jan. 10 , Shawanda Denise McCalister , who was also pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighbourhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . +1 2182211 2182122 It ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds for months over North Korea 's nuclear program and American demands that it cease . The contact between the delegations ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds over the nuclear program and U.S. demands that it cease immediately . +1 3028143 3028234 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services , the federal agency that runs Medicare , last year began a similar effort for nursing homes . The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid launched a similar consumer tool for nursing homes last year . +0 300634 301341 Scientists have reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half century ago . Scientists reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half-century ago , a dire assessment that drew immediate skepticism from commercial fishers . +0 2524956 2525064 The Nasdaq composite index fell 25.17 , or 1.4 percent , to 1,792.07 following a loss of 26.46 the previous session . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dropped 25.17 points , or 1.39 percent , to 1,792.07 , based on the latest available figures . +1 758278 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions only to see President Bill Clinton veto them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . +1 303299 303003 " He said they were in distress , " said Kingsville Police Chief Sam Granato . We 're asphyxiating , ' ' ' said Sam Granato , chief of the Kingsville police . +1 2481604 2481631 Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , has repeatedly said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . +1 3271454 3271282 But none of them opposed the idea outright , ministers said . But none of the ministers opposed Mr. Powell 's suggestion outright on Thursday , the ministers said . +1 3419298 3419192 No one has been killed in the attacks , which have continued despite major setbacks for al Qaeda in a battle with Saudi security forces . No one has been killed in the recent attacks , which have continued despite serious setbacks for al-Qaeda following battles with Saudi security forces . +1 778948 779030 The company also earned 14 cents a share a year earlier . A year ago , the company posted a profit of 12 cents a share . +1 2894851 2894608 That ought to be the standard — not how many people sign up , " he said . " That ought to be the standard , not how many people actually signed up , " Mr. Rule told the judge . +0 2551482 2551643 Among three major candidates , Schwarzenegger is wining the battle for independents and crossover voters . Schwarzenegger picks up more independents and crossover voters than Bustamante . +1 126746 126660 The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it a signature to attract shoppers and hopefully lure them back . The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it that signature that draws in shoppers and brings them back again and again . +1 1043007 1043209 " For customers to get the most of the Internet , several factors are crucial , " Pierre Danon , CEO of BT 's retail unit . " For customers to get the most out of the internet , several factors are crucial , " Mr Danon said . +0 1467845 1467892 A representative for Phoenix-based U-Haul declined to comment on the case before the judge 's opinion was released . Anthony Citrano , a representative for WhenU , declined to comment on the case . +0 249699 249623 Vivace was founded in 1999 and has raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . During difficult times for technology venture capital , Vivace raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . +1 652661 652656 He has also directed " The Flintstones , " " Beethoven , " and " Jingle All The Way . " Levant 's other credits include " The Flintstones , " " Jingle All the Way " and " Beethoven . " +1 1027118 1027150 As he left court , McCartney cast one long angry glare at Amrozi , who almost hid behind his lawyer to the side . As he left the court , McCartney cast a long , angry glare at Amrozi , who tried to hide behind his lawyer . +1 1964152 1964187 " We are starting the epidemic with more cases and more areas affected than last year . " It indicates we are starting the epidemic with more cases than last year , " Gerberding said . +0 3448488 3448449 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > added 28 points , or 0.27 percent , at 10,557 , hitting its highest level in 21 months . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 49 points , or 0.47 percent , to 10,578 . +1 1087515 1087318 The $ 19.50-a-share bid , comes two days after PeopleSoft revised its bid for smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O to include cash as well as stock . Oracle 's $ 19.50-a-share bid comes two days after PeopleSoft added cash to its original all-share deal with smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O . +1 2923683 2923676 CIA Director George Tenet said the two men were " defined by dedication and courage . " " [ They ] were defined by dedication and courage , " said the CIA 's director George Tenet . +1 2494381 2494531 The FTC also asked the judge to suspend his ruling pending its appeal . The FTC asked the court Wednesday to block the ruling and filed for an appeal . +1 1353189 1353442 Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . The EU 's agriculture representative in Washington said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is wrapping up talks on agricultural reform . +1 2749322 2749663 The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals before Wednesday 's deadline to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals in advance of the deadline today to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . +1 881610 881572 Even the pizza man took part , delivering a flier with the missing girl 's picture along with the pizza and a two-liter bottle of Pepsi to Cruz 's house . Even the pizza delivery took part , unwittingly delivering a leaflet with the missing girl 's picture during his run to Cruz 's house . +1 14515 14484 The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 , bouncing back from a one-month contraction in March at 47.9 . +1 1359554 1359450 It will also boost SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhance HP 's Linux business , they said . The deal also boosts SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhances HP 's Linux business , they said . +0 2204592 2204588 Sun Microsystems Inc. on Thursday said it had added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to its Hardware Compatibility List for the Solaris x86 operating system Platform Edition . The vendor has added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to the operating system 's Hardware Compatibility List ( HCL ) . +1 3250031 3250014 To create the condyle , Dr Mao and colleague Adel Alhadlaq used adult stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . He and a colleague created the articular condyle using stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . +0 3177055 3177119 New research indicates that some 540,000 high-tech jobs were lost in the United States during 2002 . In 2001 , there were 6.5 million high-tech jobs in the United States . +1 2228736 2228856 Of personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent vans or SUVs , 19 percent light trucks . Of all personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent are vans or sport utility vehicles and 19 percent are light trucks . +1 1887655 1887596 Network security products maker Secure Computing Inc. said Tuesday it is acquiring content-filtering vendor N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already-competitive market . Network security products maker Secure Computing said Tuesday it is acquiring content filtering firm N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already competitive market . +0 2885428 2885526 Mel Gibson 's passion-stirring Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " will open in the United States on Feb. 25 - Ash Wednesday on the Roman Catholic calendar . Mel Gibson is negotiating with Newmarket Films to distribute his embattled Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " in the United States . +1 516877 516921 Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation of Martinez to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " +1 2199099 2199074 Illinois State Police accident reconstruction experts were investigating the cause . State Police were investigating , Vazzi said . +1 2889005 2888954 Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the state 's 1998 anti-spam law by sending unsolicited e-mail without a toll-free number for recipients to call to stop additional mailings . Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the 1998 anti-spam law because these unsolicited e-mails were sent without a free call number for recipients to phone to stop additional mailings . +1 556737 556780 They were released to authorities after officers delivered the soda to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the six-pack through a door . They were released to authorities after officers delivered a six-pack of Dr Pepper to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the soda through a door . +0 1670433 1670386 The children were last seen July 4 at a fireworks display in Concord with their father , Manuel Gehring . Authorities believe the children , who were last seen with their father at a fireworks display in Concord on July 4 , are dead . +0 2824462 2824446 The hall will be home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the LA Master Chorale . The Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Brass Ensemble also performed . +0 1657632 1657619 The Neighbours star and singer spent yesterday resting at her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today . Goodrem spent yesterday resting in her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today to determine her exact treatment . +1 1458108 1458147 Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy were married 13 years . +1 1945484 1945410 The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , Republican of Tennessee , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by the end of September . The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , R-Tenn . , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by late September . +0 1035510 1035558 The crime report surveyed 11,600 police and law enforcement agencies nationwide . The report details crime reported to law enforcement agencies statewide . +0 3292737 3292585 The state wants to lower wolf numbers in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . +1 1455958 1455870 It was expected to raise the $ 90 million McGreevey expected . The tax is expected to raise $ 90 million . +0 555617 555528 The 3 rd Armored Cavalry Regiment is 5,200 strong and the largest combat unit at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . +1 3053745 3053832 O 'Donnell wrote in her autobiography , " Find Me , " that she was " an abused child . " In her autobiography , " Find Me , " O 'Donnell wrote , " I was an abused kid . +1 2396937 2396818 " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the Fed said in a statement accompanying the unanimous decision . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . +0 3192750 3192828 The poll , conducted by KRC Communications Research of Newton , was taken Wednesday and Thursday . The poll of 405 registered Massachusetts voters was conducted Wednesday through Friday by RKM Research and Communications . +0 2339738 2339771 " It is bad for Symbian , " said Per Lindberg , analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein . " Motorola has displayed clear disloyalty " to Symbian , said Per Lindberg , an analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein in London . +1 99322 99374 Pressure also came last night from religious circles as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . The pressure on Peter Hollingworth to resign as Governor-General intensified last night as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . +1 2933343 2933396 The attack on the al-Rashid Hotel , during the visit of Deputy Defence Secretary Paul Wolfowitz underscores the nature of the problem . The attack on the Rashid Hotel on Sunday , during the visit of the deputy secretary of defense , Paul D. Wolfowitz , underscores the nature of the problem . +1 1757060 1756887 " He would often call me for advice , " said Ronald L. Kuby , a friend and well-known lawyer who had represented him in the harassment case . " He would often call me for advice , " said lawyer Ron Kuby , a friend who had represented him in court . +1 159945 160232 The United States wants the measure passed by June 3 , when the oil-for-food program needs to be renewed . The Bush administration wants the measure approved by June 3 , when the existing oil-for-food program is up for renewal . +1 1646691 1646618 Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Edward Aritonang confirmed Saturday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . +1 1550880 1551024 Late last year , for example , more than 1800 US soldiers were placed in Djibouti to conduct counter-terrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . Since late last year , for example , more than 1,800 members of the American military have been placed in Djibouti to conduct counterterrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . +0 2862020 2862058 " I think it should have been released years ago , " said Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine . Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine , said the tape raises disturbing issues . +0 2564891 2565017 The bureau report shows significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18 to 24 , and middle- and higher-income earners nationwide . Reflecting the broad scope of the recession and its aftermath , significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18-to-64 , and middle- and higher-income earners . +0 1616174 1616206 Bob Richter , a spokesman for House Speaker Tom Craddick , had no comment about the ruling . Bob Richter , spokesman for Craddick , R-Midland , said the speaker had not seen the ruling and could not comment . +0 1479820 1479611 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 8.27 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,633.53 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . +1 1793615 1793553 Carlow and his group peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing the shipments ' prior owners . The network peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing prior owners of the shipments . +0 1617827 1617800 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office in Atlanta also refused to comment . Coca-Cola announced Friday morning that the U.S. Attorney 's office in Atlanta has started an inquiry . +0 1066386 1066809 Blair has said there is not ' ' a shred of truth ' ' in allegations the government manipulated evidence , and has resisted calls for a full public inquiry . Blair has said there is not ``a shred of truth ' ' in allegations that the government manipulated evidence about Iraq 's weapons programs . +1 2650436 2650346 They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Schooff . They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Blair Schoof , executive director of music for AOL Europe . +1 3061131 3061148 The comment period was to have expired on Monday . A public comment period on the proposed new taxes will end on Monday . +0 1618476 1618455 It even struck a deal for distribution and advertising with popular P2P service Grokster . Puretunes has also lost a distribution deal with the popular Grokster file-swapping software company . +1 2209389 2209110 The group criticizing Schwarzenegger , the League of United Latin American Citizens , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Latinos . The League of United Latin American Citizens , the group criticizing Schwarzenegger , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Hispanics . +1 417135 417203 He said European governments " have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears . " They have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears , " Bush said . +1 698925 698943 Market sentiment was subdued after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said U.S. securities regulators were investigating the accounting of the world 's largest computer company . Market sentiment was also cautious after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said that federal securities regulators had begun an investigating into its accounting . +1 859626 859581 Oh yeah , Miami , Boston College and Syracuse leaving the Big East to take a seat in the Atlantic Coast Conference . Boston College , Miami and Syracuse are considering leaving the Big East for the Atlantic Coast Conference by the end of the month . +1 1277527 1277464 Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . +0 2035179 2035364 U.S. forces recently apprehended some 40 suspected foreign militants near the Syrian border and are now interrogating them . The Third Armored Cavalry Regiment recently apprehended about 40 suspected fighters near the Syrian border , officials said . +1 3106460 3106512 " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused , " Mr Blunkett said . He added : " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified , but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused . " +1 3418000 3417854 They suspect the same anarchist group that claimed responsibility for the Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . Italian police investigating the Prodi bomb suspect an anarchist group that claimed responsibility for Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . +1 430564 430518 Supporters say a city casino will attract tourists and conventioneers who will gamble and spend money in restaurants and stores . Supporters say those people will gamble and have enough money left over to spend in restaurants and stores . +0 593304 593119 Currently , about 37,000 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea . There are 100,000 U.S. troops in Asia , most of them in South Korea and Japan . +1 2580937 2580985 Lee said Brianna had dragged food , toys and other things into the bedroom . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . +0 3164761 3164606 Peterson told police he fished alone in San Francisco Bay on Christmas Eve , returning to an empty house . Peterson told police he left his wife at about 9 : 30 a.m. on Dec. 24 to fish alone in San Francisco Bay . +0 58344 58540 North American markets finished mixed in directionless trading Monday as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators move into the spotlight . North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . +1 57269 57250 Mosel was unable to present financial statements in time due to mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said on Monday . Mosel had been unable to present financial statements in time because of mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said yesterday . +1 1596229 1596205 A navy official on the scene said divers were scanning the river bed with metal finders before rain drove them to shore . A navy official said divers scanned the river bed with metal detectors before rain drove them to shore . +1 349233 349039 " The Matrix Reloaded , " which opened in limited previews Wednesday night , took in an estimated $ 135.8 million for all five days . Matrix Reloaded opened in limited previews Wednesday night , and its total for all five days was estimated at $ 135.8 million . +1 2553320 2553127 At first blush , then , the distinction drawn by the creators of the do-not-call registry would seem to draw the line in precisely the right place . At first blush , then , the creators of the registry would seem to have drawn the line between exempted and banned calls in the right place . +1 3226418 3226399 They said no decisions had been made about how many troops would be moved , where they would come from , or where they would end up . They added that decisions have been made about how many troops will be moved , where they will come from , or where they will end up . +1 1640769 1640897 " The bank requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he said in an interview with the Press Association news agency . The Bank of England " requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he told the Press Association news agency . +1 3037382 3037412 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples -- and also unmarried heterosexual couples -- to officially register as domestic partners . +1 671328 671357 Cisco has signed similar deals with AT & T Corp. T.N , SBC Communications Inc . SBC.N and Sprint Corp. FON.N . Cisco has similar relationships with BellSouth competitors SBC Communications , AT & T and Sprint Communications . +0 2243159 2243130 The Dow Jones industrial average advanced for the fourth week in a row . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . +1 635783 635802 But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be another downgrade if Southcorp breached any of its banking covenants . But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be a rating downgrade if Southcorp did breach any banking covenants . +0 2286390 2286233 Also missing is Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas , who was in another vehicle swept off the turnpike . The other victim recovered Tuesday morning was Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas . +0 547288 547104 He also could be barred permanently from the securities industry . Young faces a fine , suspension or being permanently barred from the securities industry . +1 570666 570348 The Cradle of Liberty Council isn 't the first one to buck the national group 's stance . Philadelphia 's council is not the first to defy the national policy . +1 2898434 2898224 It would be cumbersome for restaurants that serve different meals each day , she said . It would be especially cumbersome for restaurants that change their menus daily , she said . +0 2620067 2620050 Debra Mitchell , a member of the church , said Wilson had recently lost her job . Mitchell said many knew Wilson , 43 , to be unstable and that she recently lost her job . +1 2123259 2123305 Today , we preserve essential tools to foster voice competition in the local market . " We preserve essential tools to foster voice competition , " Copps said . +1 1921868 1921881 " The discovery that the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohn 's sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation , " it said in a statement . The researchers say that the fact the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohns sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation . +1 14524 14499 A big surge in consumer confidence has provided the only positive economic news in recent weeks . Only a big surge in consumer confidence has interrupted the bleak economic news . +1 3444633 3444733 He added : ``I 've never heard of more reprehensiblebehaviour by a doctor . The Harrisons ’ lawyer Paul LiCalsi said : “ I ’ ve never heard of more reprehensible behaviour by a doctor . +0 339667 339053 " I have heard the people of New York say , ' Enough is enough , ' " Pataki said . " " I have every reason to believe that people understand enough is enough , " Mr. Pataki said . +1 3002971 3002919 The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . However , the Israeli government argues that changes in Israel ’ s state-controlled economy are necessary if the state is to compete in the global marketplace . +1 2119650 2119685 The computers were located in the United States , Canada , and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . +1 1953834 1953601 He was voluntarily castrated in 2001 , an operation he contends removed his ability to become sexually aroused . DeVries , who was voluntarily castrated in August 2001 , has said the surgery took away his ability to become sexually aroused . +1 555553 555528 Broomhead was assigned to 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment , based at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . +0 2819406 2819535 Diana was at her lowest ebb when she wrote the letter to Paul Burrell claiming there was a plot to kill her . Burrell said Diana wrote a letter in October 1996 claiming there was a plot to kill her in a smash and gave it to him to keep as insurance . +1 3137979 3137950 SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , gave the agency its first real test of a new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . And SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , tested the agency 's new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . +1 1057003 1057043 This morning , at UM 's New York office , Coen revised his expectations downward , saying that spending would instead rise 4.6 percent to $ 247 billion . Speaking to reporters at a New York news conference , Universal McCann 's Coen projected that total U.S. ad spending will rise 4.6 percent to $ 247.7 billion this year . +1 3065050 3064956 Cross-dressing teens from Harvey Milk High School offered sex for money in Greenwich Village and then robbed the would-be johns by pretending to be cops , sources said last night . Four Harvey Milk High School students who dressed as women were arrested yesterday for robbing men in the West Village - and pretending to be police officers , sources said . +1 2007827 2007774 Massachusetts does not have a state death penalty , and only once before - in Michigan - has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . Massachusetts has no state death penalty , and only once before -- in Michigan -- has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . +1 2082241 2082784 In Toronto , police said they arrested 38 people and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts . Toronto police made 38 arrests linked to the blackout and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts , said Constable Mike Hayles . +0 2015392 2015412 We caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , CBS Calgary medical director . " We 're delighted the testing has worked -- we caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , Calgary medical director of CBS . +1 1112021 1111925 Other staff members , however , defended the document , saying it would still help policy-makers and the agency improve efforts to address the climate issue . Some E.P.A. staff members defended the document , saying that although pared down it would still help policy makers and the agency address the climate issue . +0 3361268 3361194 The Senate 's proposal will need the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Pataki to become law . Even if the Senate approves the proposals , they would require the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Gov. George Pataki to become law . +0 166344 166421 The stock lost about 75 percent of its value after that bombshell and remains 40 percent below pre-disclosure levels . The stock lost some three quarters of its value after the initial February 24 bombshell disclosure . +0 1140085 1139891 The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " On June 4 , Amazon said it had received orders for over 1 million copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " +0 1509312 1509246 French special police raided a farm in Corsica on Friday , capturing the top suspect in the 1998 murder of France 's highest official on the Mediterranean island , officials said . Police arrested on Friday the chief suspect in the murder of the top state official on the unruly French island of Corsica , Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy said . +1 554948 554625 Tom Kasmer , a 14-year-old from Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during yesterday 's competition . The 14-year-old national spelling finalist who attends school in Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during competition Wednesday . +0 969584 969187 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . +0 2428443 2428665 General Wesley Clark finally confirmed this week that he would seek the Democratic nomination to run against President George Bush in next year 's presidential elections . Retired General Wesley Clark 's entry into the race for the Democratic presidential nomination will almost certainly strengthen anti-war forces determined to unseat US President George W Bush next year . +1 2615207 2615238 China would become only the third nation to put a human in space . China would become the third nation to achieve manned spaceflight . +1 769300 769133 ImClone Systems Inc. and Genentech Inc. led shares of U.S. biotechnology companies higher after medicines they are developing helped cancer patients in studies . ImClone Systems and Genentech led shares of biotechnology companies higher yesterday after studies showed the medicines they are developing helped cancer patients . +1 969189 969381 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 27.13 points , or 1.64 percent , at 1,626.49 , based on the latest data . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . +0 3225863 3225896 The American Express Corp. has pledged at least $ 3 million of more than $ 5 million needed . The city had requested federal funds , but withdrew that request when American Express pledged at least $ 3 million . +1 886793 887032 Privately-held GeCAD Software , founded in 1992 , has supplied antivirus and security products since 1994 under the name RAV AntiVirus . GeCAD , founded in 1992 and based in Bucharest , provides anti-virus , anti-spam and content-filtering products under the name RAV AntiVirus . +1 1079513 1079555 Kelly Boggs ' column will appear daily during the June 17-18 Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting in Phoenix . Kelly Boggs , Baptist Press ' weekly columnist , will be writing a column each day during the Southern Baptist Convention 's annual meeting this week in Phoenix . +1 1655920 1655544 This is the only planet that has been found in orbit around a binary star system . The new found planet is the only one known to orbit such a double-star system . +1 1353127 1353139 More than 1,000 people staged mostly peaceful protests during the talks , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . More than 1,000 people rallied over three days , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . +0 1420243 1419730 Lee Janzen , who was tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 and tied for sixth . Lee Janzen , tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 to tie for sixth with Bob Crane ( 67 ) at 269 . +0 2894175 2894216 The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of waste thought to contain transuranic waste are stored underground at Hanford . The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of transuranic and low-level radioactive waste , some of it mixed with hazardous chemicals , is buried at Hanford . +0 2384840 2385182 There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Gov. Gray Davis told reporters at a campaign stop in Compton . There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Davis said after appearing with former U.S. president Bill Clinton at a school dedication . +1 1566184 1565948 Officials said all three would be charged with conspiracy to commit murder . All three of the teens were charged with offenses including conspiracy to commit murder . +0 1673532 1673564 Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is completed . Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is complete , assuming those businesses aren 't sold . +1 130511 130374 But they are split over whether the Fed will acknowledge risks are tilted toward weakness , or say they are balanced . Wall Street is debating whether the central bank will say risks are tilted toward weakness or balanced with inflation . +1 2045238 2045009 Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler in New York 's diamond district , allegedly accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the missiles , the government said . Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler from New York 's diamond district , accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the first missile , investigators said . +0 684978 684945 Samudra claims the meeting agreed with this and fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker still on the run and so-called smiling Bali bomber , Amrozi . He claims they agreed on this plot and that fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker who is still on the run . +1 2780550 2780535 The seventh person charged in the case - Habis Abdu al Saoub - remains at large . The seventh member of the cell , Habis Abdullah al Saoub , 37 , a Jordanian , remains at large . +0 1297360 1297335 Vivendi shares closed 1.9 percent at 15.80 euros in Paris after falling 3.6 percent on Monday . In New York , Vivendi shares were 1.4 percent down at $ 18.29 . +0 700602 700554 The Bank of England starts its two-day meeting on Wednesday , but was expected to leave British interest rates steady . The Bank of England starts a two-day policy meeting on Wednesday and is expected to leave British interest rates steady at 3.75 percent on Thursday . +0 1317762 1317746 Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . The results were 3 cents a share lower than the forecast of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +0 733402 734174 Annika Sorenstam gets her first opportunity to test that objective this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . The appetizer devoured , Annika Sorenstam moves on to the entree this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . +1 2760895 2760839 The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . The greenback rose steeply against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . +0 952418 952394 The San Jose-based company posted a net income of $ 64.2 million , or 27 cents per share , in the quarter ended May 30 . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . +0 318779 319126 He claims it may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to the concept . " This proposal is modest compared with the space programme , and may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to it . +0 2622010 2622070 " And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting . " " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . +1 1515035 1515071 " After what happened here ... it 's tacky and unpatriotic , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting the site with her husband from Salem , Mass . " It 's nasty , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting with her husband from Salem , Mass . " After what happened here . +0 2749410 2749625 President Bush raised a record-breaking $ 49.5 million for his re-election campaign over the last three months , with contributions from 262,000 Americans , the president 's campaign chairman said Tuesday . President Bush has raised $ 83.9 million since beginning his re-election campaign in May , and has $ 70 million of that left to spend , his campaign said Tuesday . +1 902161 901479 An hour later , an Israeli helicopter fired missiles at a car in Gaza City , killing two Hamas officials and at least five other people . An hour later Israeli attack helicopters rained missiles on a car in Gaza City , killing seven people , Palestinian sources said . +0 518132 518096 He also called Hovan a " person of good reputation " who had worked as a bus driver since 1967 . Hovan , a resident of Trumbull , Conn . , had worked as a bus driver since 1967 and had no prior criminal record . +0 1743711 1743693 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > was down 10 / 32 for a yield of 4.91 percent , up from 4.89 percent late Thursday . The 30-year bond was down 14 / 32 to yield 4.92 percent , up from 4.89 percent on Thursday but off an earlier yield high of 4.95 percent . +1 2492702 2492721 The companies also announced plans to collaborate on the design for future generations of memory technologies . The two groups said they would collaborate on the design of future memory technologies . +1 2270117 2270197 A judge ordered the child placed in state custody Aug. 8 . On Aug. 8 , Juvenile Court Judge Robert Yeates ordered that Parker be placed in protective custody . +1 99767 99742 The British ambassador to the United Nations , Sir Jeremy Greenstock , is scheduled to lead a Security Council Mission to the region in mid-May . Sir Jeremy Greenstock , the UK 's ambassador to the UN , is due to lead a week-long Security Council mission to West Africa in mid-May . +1 1629064 1629043 An episode is declared when the ozone reaches .20 parts per million parts of air for one hour . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . +1 2117309 2117247 This year , local health departments hired part-time water samplers and purchased testing equipment with a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . This year , Peninsula health officials got the money to hire part-time water samplers and purchase testing equipment thanks to a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . +1 1414523 1414461 Roslyn shares gained 82 cents to close at $ 20.79 yesterday in Nasdaq trading . In recent dealings , shares of Roslyn were up 40 cents , or 1.9 percent , to $ 21.25 . +1 789691 789665 " He may not have been there , " the defence official said on Thursday . " He may not have been there , " said a defence official speaking on condition of anonymity . +1 1463213 1463171 American has laid off 6,500 of its Missouri employees since Dec. 31 , according to Driskill . Since October 2001 , American has laid off 6,149 flight attendants , according to George Price , a union spokesman . +1 1777875 1777966 She met Lady Mary at her Double Bay home yesterday to thank her for the donation . She met Lady Mary for the first time at her Double Bay home in Sydney yesterday to thank her in person for the donation . +0 440568 440402 Acting Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said the explosion was being treated as a criminal matter , but no possibility had been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . +1 850724 850750 The value will total about $ 124 million , including convertible securities , according to Corel . Including convertible securities , the total estimated value of the deal is $ 124 million , according to Corel . +1 1991823 1992132 " I can say I am being forced into exile by the world superpower , " he said . " I am being forced into exile by the world 's superpower , " Taylor said in an address videotaped at his home . +1 1349747 1349843 Goss said CIA Director George Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . He also noted that Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . +1 844421 844679 The U.N. troops are in Congo to protect U.N. installations and personnel , and they can only fire in self defense and have been unable to stem the violence . The troops - whose mandate is to protect U.N. installations and personnel - can only fire in self-defense and have been unable to stem the violence . +0 1091236 1091318 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 1-10 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , up from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . +1 58540 58567 North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . North American futures pointed to a strong start to the first trading session of the week Monday , as earnings season slows and economic indicators take the spotlight . +0 2561138 2561215 The service also features a " self-healing " option that can provide continuous access to critical applications . It also offers a " self-healing " option so businesses have continuous access to critical servers , data and applications . +1 2728899 2728954 Shares of the Smithfield rose more than 8 percent as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . Smithfield shares rose more than 8 per cent yesterday as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . +0 2856384 2856570 Consolidated volume was heavy , with 2.17 billion shares traded , compared with 1.92 billion on Tuesday . Consolidated volume was moderate , with 1.91 billion shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange , compared to 1.5 billion Monday . +1 1819120 1819048 Chief Executive Rod Eddington is to meet the three unions separately on Monday afternoon . Eddington is to meet the other two unions separately later on Monday . +1 2903876 2904035 He had said before the meeting that he planned to urge Chinese officials to move quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . He has said he plans to urge Chinese officials during the G20 meeting to move more quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . +1 258973 259078 With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products now are two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C , the antiviral pill ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron . With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products are now antiviral drug ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron -- two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C. +1 2728920 2728978 Shares of Smithfield closed up $ 1.64 , or 8.5 percent , at $ 20.85 , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Smithfield rose $ 1.64 yesterday to close at $ 20.85 , a rise of 8.5 per cent , on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2240384 2240134 He planned Monday to formally announce the effort alongside several union presidents . He plans to announce the effort formally tomorrow in Cincinnati alongside several union presidents . +1 1238164 1238199 TSMC also accused Syndia of trying to interfere with its customer relationships . TSMC feels that Syndia 's actions are designed to interfere with TSMC 's customer relationships , the company said . +1 1660173 1660193 Also at increased risk are those whose immune systems suppressed by medications or by diseases such as cancer , diabetes and AIDS . Also at increased risk are those with suppressed immune systems due to illness or medicines . +1 781439 781461 Xerox itself paid a $ 10 million fine last year to settle similar SEC charges . Xerox itself previously paid a $ 10-million penalty to settle the SEC accusations . +1 452914 452858 Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . ( nyse : JWN - news - people ) jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . JWN.N jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . +1 274406 273999 " I figure we 've destroyed about one-half of Al Qaeda , the top operators of Al Qaeda , and that 's good , " Mr. Bush said . " We 've destroyed about one half of al Qaeda , the top operators of al Qaeda , and that 's good . +1 2188367 2188397 Her knees were swollen for days and she still bears scars there and on her legs and ankles . Grieson said both of her knees were swollen for days and that she still has scars on her legs from the incident . +1 1642169 1642368 The new 25-member Governing Council 's first move was to scrap holidays honoring Saddam and his party and to create a public holiday marking the day of his downfall . Its first decisions were to scrap all holidays honoring Saddam and his outlawed Baath Party and to create a new public holiday marking the day of his downfall . +1 1294892 1294914 Al Qaeda , the terror network led by Saudi-born Osama bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks , has been linked to both cases . Al-Qaida , the terror network led by Saudi-born bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 attacks on the United States , has been linked to both cases . +1 1472090 1472197 He praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying that it was a Rhodes scholar at Oxford who first interested him in politics . Blair praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying it was an Australian Rhodes Scholar he met while at Oxford who first interested him in politics . +1 1409801 1409904 Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another key Saudi operator for Al Qaeda and a second main suspect in the Riyadh bombings remains at large . Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another suspected Saudi operative for Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida terror network and top suspect in the Riyadh bombings , remains at large . +1 3007381 3007207 " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the Constitution , " she said . The church 's lawyer , Shirley Phelps-Roper , was clear : " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the constitution , " she said . +0 320332 320001 " There were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals -- there 's not one person who 's responsible here , " Gehman said . In turning down the NIMA offer , Gehman said , ' ' there were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals here . +0 2537779 2537667 H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned Thursday , saying Reed should start with a " clean slate . " Reed arrived a day after H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned saying Reed should have a " clean slate " to make changes . +1 3102535 3102405 He hugged his lawyers and their assistants and then said , " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " +1 2055323 2055336 The department also sent water and soil samples to the state health laboratory . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . +1 2653994 2653952 Pat Anderson , the attorney representing the parents , Bob and Mary Schindler , declined to comment . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . +1 1091916 1092088 The company has agreed terms on the purchase of the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . The company has reached agreement on the terms for buying the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . +0 2063773 2063818 A power cut in New York in 1977 left 9 million people without electricity for up to 25 hours . The outage resurrected memories of other massive power blackouts , including one in 1977 that left about 9 million people without electricity for 25 hours . +1 2644075 2644106 But Gelinas says only six have been fully re-evaluated . Ms. Gelinas said only 1.5 per cent of those have been fully re-evaluated . +1 583607 583806 Idaho Gem also is the first sterile animal to be cloned . " He is the first and only cloned sterile hybrid . " +1 417157 417101 It is almost certain to exacerbate the bitter divisions between Washington and Europe that have not abated since the end of the war in Iraq . It is almost certain to exacerbate the divisions between Washington and Europe that emerged before the war in Iraq . +1 938680 939039 Resigning along with Brendsel was Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer . Chairman and chief executive Leland Brendsel and Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer , resigned . +1 2398836 2398855 The vast majority of trades will be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on participation in incentive schemes . " Eurex said " the vast majority " of trades on Eurex US would be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on " participation in incentive schemes " . +0 3018437 3018453 Associated Press Writer Curt Anderson at the Justice Department in Washington , D.C. , contributed to this story . Associated Press Writer Jay Reeves in Birmingham , Ala . , contributed to this story . +1 452852 452908 Hewlett-Packard Co . HPQ.N , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . Hewlett-Packard Co . ( nyse : HPQ - news - people ) , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . +0 2565305 2565176 He urged patience from Americans eager for the service , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . +1 2461332 2461355 " Everyone who has a cell phone wishes they had a better one , " Huang said . They have a cell phone and everybody that has a cell phone wishes they had a better one . " +1 238193 238218 Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of a group of six Yemeni-Americans to enter a plea agreement with the government in the case . Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of the six to enter a plea agreement with the government . +0 2583299 2583319 " We 're still confident that Gephardt will get the lion 's share of union support . " Whether or not we get to the two-thirds , we 're going to have the lion 's share of union support . " +1 1487866 1487826 " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive , " Medina said in a statement . In response , Medina issued the following statement : " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive . +0 1077097 1076865 On Jan. 10 , 20-year-old Shawanda Denise McCalister , who also was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighborhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . +0 1042396 1042500 After the further analysis of the subset data , the companies plan to discuss the results with regulators and then determine how to proceed . The two companies plan further analysis of the subset data and will discuss the results with regulatory agencies . +1 452845 452902 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . +0 68066 68260 The case is Illinois v. Telemarketing Associates , 01-1806 . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . +1 2046154 2046139 They are being held on immigration violations as the incident is investigated . Both men are being held for investigation of administrative immigration violations . +1 2205796 2205913 " Rendezvous has been a TIBCO mark for many years and is one of our flagship products , " said George Ahn , chief marketing officer , Tibco . Tibco 's chief marketing officer George Ahn said : " Rendezvous has been a Tibco mark for many years and is one of our flagship products . +0 3331129 3331081 Bad publicity has already weakened sales which are highly profitable for retailers . Bad publicity surrounding warranties has already sent sales into decline . +0 62655 62543 Turner , who held about 105 million shares before the sale , also transferred 10 million AOL shares to a charitable trust . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . +1 3162272 3162360 Several cities are competing for the headquarters , including Miami ; Panama City ; Atlanta ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Puebla , Mexico . But Miami is competing with eight other cities , including Atlanta ; Panama City ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Cancn , Mexico . +0 3328335 3328020 Beagle 2 has no propulsion system of its own ; it is " in the hands of Mr Newton now " , as an astronaut once put it . It is " in the hands of Mr Newton " as a US space agency ( Nasa ) astronaut once put it . +0 2247552 2247415 Diane Lade of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel , a Tribune Publishing newspaper , contributed to this report . Staff Writer Diane Lade and The Associated Press contributed to this report . +1 469257 469133 But the Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . But the Russell 2000 , the barometer of stocks of smaller companies , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . +1 1909579 1909408 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " said National Chief Executive Brian Halla . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . +0 2254321 2254236 At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . At 11 a.m. EDT , Fabian 's center was near latitude 18.1 north and longitude 53.2 west , or about 550 miles east of the Leewards . +0 3054612 3054405 The National Transportation Safety Board has subpoenaed Gansas , arguing his immediate testimony remains critical to its investigation . The National Transportation Safety Board had subpoenaed him , but he initially ignored the order . +1 2029603 2029641 Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . His wife , Janet , said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water . +1 2375165 2375130 But as more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public the safety it needed . But as time passed and more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public what it needed most from the police - safety . +1 471718 471681 " The longer this series goes , the better chance Dirk has to play . " " I think the longer the series goes , the more chance Dirk has to play , " Nelson said . +1 1118216 1118018 The seal will ultimately be used to identify DHS badges , vehicles , signs , sea vessels and aircraft . The seal will ultimately be used on department materials , signage , credentials , badges , vehicles , sea vessels and aircraft . +0 447053 446966 There are an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around the town . Bunia has about 750 U.N. troops , compared with an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around Bunia . +0 297236 297106 Neither Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van De Velde nor Morgan could be reached for comment . Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van de Velde would not confirm an offer was made to Lebo . +0 1279796 1279881 The Dow Jones Industrial Average held on to small gains , up 19.96 to 9,092.91 , while the S & P 500 index shed 0.39 to 981.25 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . +0 787432 787464 The blasts killed two people and injured more than 150 others . The Atlanta Olympic Games attack killed one woman and injured more than 100 other people . +1 501887 501917 An airplane carrying Spanish peacekeepers back from Afghanistan crashed into a fog-shrouded mountain in Turkey and exploded Monday , killing all 75 people aboard . A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . +1 818479 818367 But the subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not be present , an issue which has rankled Iraqi officials . Meanwhile , the main subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not send a delegation , an issue that has rankled Iraqi officials . +0 1597901 1597932 Security forces stormed the building , but 129 hostages were killed along with the attackers . Russian forces stormed the building to free the hostages but 129 people died in the operation . +0 3391267 3391277 So far , Georgia has been returned all but $ 70,000 of the money it wired . Georgia has received all but $ 70,000 of its money back with the help of the FBI . +1 2581127 2580985 Lee told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . +0 52758 52343 Morrill 's wife , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law during the service . At the service Morrill 's widow , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law as people consoled her . +1 1671941 1671677 " With the target funds rate at 1 percent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " +0 176905 176931 The US responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers . The US administration responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers but pledging " to comply with our international obligations " . +0 66587 66500 Derek Jeter took batting practice on the field for the first time since dislocating his left shoulder on Opening Day and expects to begin a minor league rehab assignment tomorrow . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . +0 2373715 2373669 Water management officials in Florida were worried about some of the already-swollen rivers and lakes , because a direct hit from a hurricane could cause severe flooding . Water management officials in Florida were worried about the storm 's possible effect on some of their already-swollen rivers and lakes . +1 1952630 1952428 It was to fly a plane in the White House . " " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Mr. Karas said . +1 1675025 1675047 Spansion products are to be available from both AMD and Fujitsu , AMD said . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . +1 1015204 1015140 Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales below Wall Street 's modest expectations . +1 2630710 2630750 Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . Rambus Inc. shot up almost 33 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . +0 34199 34334 Pines said he would convene the relevant party bodies within 10 days to discuss whether new elections would be held or whether a temporary leader would be appointed . Mitzna and party secretary Ophir Pines agreed to convene party organizations within 10 days to discuss whether new primaries would be held or a temporary leader appointed . +1 2711479 2711576 The tendency to feel rejection as an acute pain may have developed in humans as a defensive mechanism for the species , said Eisenberger . Feeling rejection as an acute pain may have developed as a defence mechanism for the species , Eisenberger said . +1 2131318 2131372 About 1,500 police will be deployed for the visit . Around 1,500 police are to be deployed at Niigata for the ferry 's visit . +1 2691267 2691047 A discouraging outlook from General Electric Co. sent its share down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . A discouraging outlook from GE sent the company 's shares down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . +0 20391 20375 This was double the $ 818 million reported for the first three months of 2001 . Berkshire Hathaway made profits of $ 1.7 billion in the first three months of this year alone , its best performance . +0 1117441 1117426 U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald said the wholesalers were not to blame and were " victims in this . " U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald declined to name the wholesalers , whom he called " victims in this . " +1 1171539 1171897 At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid a full point for a yield of 4.47 percent from 4.41 percent . At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 2 / 32 for a yield of 4.41 percent . +0 2277428 2277502 And yes , Marilyn Monroe is definitely part of the story , titled " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " +0 699979 700005 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index was 49.4 percent last month , up from 45.4 in April . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . +0 218937 219056 Mr. Parsons has been director of the Stennis Center , which specializes in rocket engine research and testing , since August . Mr. Parsons has served as the director at the Stennis Space Center , which employs 4,600 people , since August . +1 1589333 1589356 As part of the changes , Microsoft will also tie stock awards for its top 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . Microsoft also said it will tie stock awards for 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . +0 453448 453574 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . At 11 a.m. ( 1500 GMT ) , the 10-year note US10YT = RR was up 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.36 percent from 3.40 percent Wednesday . +1 2327949 2327686 In December 1998 , a 33-year-old woman died when she was hit by a metal cleat that came loose from the Columbia sailing ship . In 1998 , a 33-year-old man died after he was struck by a metal cleat at the Columbia ship attraction . +0 1052580 1052778 Last year , he was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff incurred while he was labour minister but had originally billed to taxpayers . Last year , Stockwell was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff rang up while he was labour minister . +1 325763 325928 Gamarekian told The News she remembers only the woman 's first name - and refused to reveal it . She told the New York Daily News she remembers only the intern 's first name , which she refused to reveal . +1 1953249 1953229 Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the day DNA testing identified the bodies . Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . +0 700005 699929 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . The Purchasing Managers Index , released on Monday by the Institute for Supply Management , rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April . +1 4177 4083 The decomposed remains of 17-year-old Max Guarino of Manhattan were found floating near City Island April 25 . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . +0 1088211 1088238 Kodak earned 85 cents per share excluding one-time items in the quarter a year earlier . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . +1 2636441 2636304 Scholars in medical ethics have said the issue of medicating patients to improve their mental health to execute them might present formidable obstacles for doctors . Scholars in medical ethics have said the notion of medicating people to improve their mental health to the point where they may be executed can present formidable obstacles for doctors . +1 336701 336413 The man , Fazul Abdullah Mohammed , a Comoros islander , is on the U.S. FBI 's list of most wanted suspects . A Comoros islander , he is on the United States ' list of most wanted suspects . +1 2733687 2733747 Asked about the controversy , Bloomberg said , " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side I 'll certainly wave to them . " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side , I 'll certainly wave to them , " Bloomberg said . +1 2196784 2196874 He said it was a mistake , and he reimbursed the party nearly $ 2,000 . The governor said the use of the credit card was a mistake , and has since reimbursed the party for the expense . +0 3446378 3446258 Both NASA and Russian space officials said it posed no danger to the crew . American and Russian space officials stressed there is no immediate danger to the crew or the operation of the orbiting outpost . +1 1081979 1081950 The Bluetooth SIG made its announcement at the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam this week . A new version of the Bluetooth specification was officially launched today at the start of the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam . +1 1868599 1868648 Respondents who rated current business conditions as " bad " increased to 30.4 % from 28.1 % in June . " Those rating present business conditions as ' bad ' increased to 30.4 per cent from 28.1 per cent , " the report said . +1 3301558 3301460 The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate last night , but his condition was described as “ stable ” and “ comfortable ” . The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate on Monday , with his condition last night described as “ stable and comfortable ” . +1 2638975 2638855 One of the FBI ’ s key operatives , who had a falling out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend ’ s closed immigration court proceeding . One of the FBI 's key operatives , who has had a falling-out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend 's closed immigration court proceeding . +1 1907358 1907308 He added , " I am not giving any consideration to resignation . " I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . +1 2051903 2052013 At least 61 people were killed and dozens injured across Afghanistan yesterday in the worst outbreak of violence for more than a year . Sixty-one people were killed and dozens wounded in outbreaks of violence across Afghanistan in the troubled country 's bloodiest 24 hours in more than a year , officials said Wednesday . +1 650292 650062 The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark , the first time since December . The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " +1 2198694 2198937 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes a salary of $ 65,000 in his 30th year . A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . +1 2732028 2731959 Emergency crews said some of the passengers were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . Emergency crews said no passenger was ejected , but some were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . +1 3083157 3083264 " I feel that people that are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use their computers , " said McKechnie . The people who are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use your computer , " McKechnie said . +1 1101304 1101205 Page said it 's also possible that genes on the Y chromosome may influence gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . He added that genes on the Y might play a role in influencing gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . +0 2791603 2791653 The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . The Nasdaq eased 0.15 percent for the week after two consecutive up weeks . +0 1530188 1530311 The House version pays 80 percent of a senior 's first $ 2,000 in drug costs after a $ 250 deductible . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . +1 2793362 2793469 Overture 's listings are generated by more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . Overture generates its search listings from more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . +1 1325624 1325693 The company said that with proper funding , ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . Human Genome said ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . +1 2775364 2775332 A really robust program could be had for about 20 cents a day , " Griffin said . " A really robust space program could be had for a mere 20 cents a day from each person , " he said . +0 583888 583563 His birth on 4 May is revealed today in the journal Science . The scientists ' research is being published today in the journal Science ( www.sciencemag.org ) . +1 2876850 2876936 " We don 't know at this point if the current investigation includes one or more outside contractors . " We do not know if the current investigation involves one or more multiple contractors , " she said . +0 1220667 1220799 We intend to appeal vigorously and still expect to be vindicated ultimately . We think this was bad law , and we still expect to be vindicated ultimately . +0 18800 18720 Shares of LendingTree soared $ 5.99 , or 40.1 percent , to $ 20.68 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . +0 872797 872880 Shares in the big mortgage lenders also fell to record lows . Shares of other mortgage lenders and home construction companies also fell . +1 964055 963933 July Brent rose 31 cents to $ 28.39 per barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . Brent crude for July delivery fell 38 cents to $ 27.45 a barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . +0 1027885 1028037 It would now take place some time before August 8 in Auckland . The meeting would now be held before August 8 . +1 1825432 1825301 A man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot and kill a city councilman from Queens was ordered held on $ 100,000 bail during an early morning court appearance Saturday . The Queens man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot City Councilman Hiram Monserrate was held on $ 100,000 bail Saturday , a spokesman for the Queens district attorney said . +1 173780 173843 Also helping Tokyo stocks were hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of its top economic advisory panel . Stocks rebounded on Friday on hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of the top economic advisory panel . +0 3046152 3046307 However , scientists led by physicist Frank McDonald of the University of Maryland disagree . It 's just a matter of time , said Frank McDonald , of the University of Maryland . +1 760511 760819 " It was brazen intimidation to keep people on the reservation , " said a Republican who attended but did not want to be named . " It was a brazen attempt at intimidation , " said a Republican legislator who attended the meeting . +1 2906104 2906322 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail . They remained in Camden County Jail on Sunday on $ 100,000 bail . +0 1091300 1091577 At midday Monday , the 10-year note US10YT = RR had slipped 12 / 32 in price giving a yield of 3.16 percent from 3.12 percent . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . +1 1219440 1219610 Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . Axelrod died of heart failure while asleep at his Los Angeles home , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . +1 2054927 2054997 But it said that the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . But , in a 58-page report , WHO said the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . +1 31856 31914 Montgomery was one of the first places to enact such a law , but many places , including New York City , now ban smoking in bars . While Montgomery was one of the first to enact such a law , it 's now relatively common - even New York City bans smoking in bars . +1 486095 486254 " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many wept tears of happiness at finally seeing and hearing their idol . " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many concert-goers wept tears of happiness . +1 2175862 2175765 He also noted Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options valued at more than $ 50-million ( U.S. ) earlier this year . He also said that Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options with a value of $ 54 million to $ 56 million earlier this year . +0 2784892 2784625 Catholic Church officials reported that two miners were killed and six other protesters injured 50 miles ( 110 km ) outside of La Paz . A Catholic priest said two miners were killed and nine other protesters injured 110 kilometres outside La Paz as a convoy of miners threw dynamite at soldiers manning a roadblock . +1 1892192 1892109 ATA shares were down $ 1.85 at $ 8.07 on the Nasdaq Stock Market in Tuesday afternoon trading . ATA shares closed down $ 1.66 , or 16.7 percent , at $ 8.26 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +0 1680556 1680381 There was no immediate response from North Korea or the United States . North Korea has demanded one-to-one talks with the United States . +1 3444074 3444041 But the new vaccine will not even begin to be tested in people until 2005 and will not be approved for use for several years after that . However , the new vaccine won 't begin to be tested in people until 2005 and won 't be approved for use for several years after that . +1 1596241 1596217 But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , poor vessel construction and lax enforcement of safety rules . But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , rickety vessels and lax safety standards . +1 722278 722383 Ms Stewart , the chief executive , was not expected to attend . Ms Stewart , 61 , its chief executive officer and chairwoman , did not attend . +0 2677365 2677297 The euro < EUR = > was up 0.67 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1784 after rising to a three-month high earlier in the session above $ 1.18 . In early U.S. trading , the euro < EUR = > was down 0.6 percent to $ 1.1741 , after rising to a four-month high of $ 1.1860 . +1 1039562 1039677 Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone in federal court starting Monday . If accepted by the judge , Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone next month . +0 113471 113543 He started in the 1983 Super Bowl , which Miami lost 27-17 to Washington . He played four seasons in Miami , including the Dolphins ' 27-17 loss to Washington in the Super Bowl . +1 987465 987205 However , George Heath , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said shortly after the attack that Akbar had " an attitude problem " . However , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said that Akbar had " an attitude problem . " +1 702543 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Mr. Heyer said . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . +1 1980565 1980620 The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4-GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11M , 22M , 33M , 44M and 55Mbit / sec . The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4 GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11 , 22 , 33 , 44 and 55Mbit / s . +1 1147489 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . +0 1303403 1303367 Nterprise Linux Services is expected to be available before then end of this year . Beta versions of Nterprise Linux Services are expected to be available on certain HP ProLiant servers in July . +1 1346614 1346703 With a wry smile , Mr. Bush replied , " You 're looking pretty young these days . " Bush shot back : " You 're looking pretty young these days . " +1 1852136 1852279 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged down 28.08 points , or 0.3 percent , at 9,256.49 . The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . +0 101747 101777 Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said the defense 's claims were preposterous . Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said she will address the court . +0 289121 289153 " This is extraordinarily fast , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . They are actually going to record sales for Velcade this year , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . +0 3015067 3015139 Agnew said Pinellas began baiting when rabies cases " went from zero to 30 " in 1995 . Still , Pinellas rabies cases fell sharply to 17 in 1996 and 3 in 1997 , Agnew said . +1 1600904 1601015 And now it 's anything he wants to say , " Alesha Badgley , Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director , said this week . And now it 's anything he wants to say , " confirmed Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director Alesha Badgley . +1 1650194 1650317 Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's in Texas . Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . +0 968428 968105 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . +1 2430761 2430727 British-based GlaxoSmithKline Plc said earlier this year it would cut off supplies to Canadian drugstores that ship to the United States . GlaxoSmithKline , the UK drugmaker , has said it would cut off supplies to Canadian stores shipping drugs to the US . +1 2224884 2224819 The Justice Department Aug. 19 gave pre-clearance for the Oct. 7 date for the election to recall Gov. Gray Davis , saying it would not affect minority voting rights . The Justice Department on Aug. 19 sanctioned the Oct. 7 date for recall election , saying it would not affect voting rights . +1 1712258 1712278 Those in their twenties who ejaculated more than five times a week were one-third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life , they say . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . +0 2543134 2543228 But the prime minister told the BBC he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right . He said he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right , in both foreign and domestic policy . +1 749739 749633 We need to challenge old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual , " he wrote . " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " +1 1039560 1039675 The plea makes Grass the second high-ranking Rite Aid executive to strike a deal with federal prosecutors in the past two weeks . Grass is the second of the Rite Aid defendants to strike a deal with federal prosecutors this month . +1 422010 421935 Class-action suits expand exponentially the number of plaintiffs and damages in a lawsuit by allowing initial plaintiffs to plea on behalf of a far larger group with common interest . Class-action suits expand sharply the number of plaintiffs and damages in a suit by allowing initial plaintiffs to sue on behalf of a larger group with common interests . +0 747200 747455 The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . +1 3083629 3083709 Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay companies like IBM to do all that than try to build their own . Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay the $ 100,000 to $ 10 million for a supercomputer than try to build their own . +1 1503208 1503173 One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 . One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 ( 18.33 Celsius ) , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 ( 30.56 Celsius ) . +0 2600535 2600404 It was developed with consultation from more than 300 leaders in academia , industry , government and the public . The plan , called The NIH Roadmap , was developed over 14 months with help from more than 300 consultants in industry and academia . +0 1220096 1220233 The judge 's decision ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors during a standing-room only purchasing hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court . Jones ' decision Friday ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors . +1 2222984 2223085 The value of the deal has increased since BP first announced it in February . The value of BP 's investment has risen since the deal was announced in February . +0 1591358 1591381 Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she has left on vacation with her family . Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she was on vacation with her family , but is expected to return this week . +1 1414845 1415072 Chapman was not immediately arrested and is expected to appear for arraignment July 3 . Mr. Chapman , who hasn 't been arrested , is expected to appear for arraignment next Thursday , prosecutors said . +0 977938 978162 Lord Falconer hailed the changes as " a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned " . " It 's a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned , making the criminal justice system work better . " +0 2067846 2068336 Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians who could vote on electronic touch-screen machines . Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians voting electronically - 9.3 percent of the state 's 15.3 million registered voters . +1 2576446 2576544 Tech stocks were hurt by a sour forecast from Sun Microsystems , which was viewed as a bad omen for the upcoming quarterly earnings season . A sour forecast from Sun Microsystems Inc . SUNW.O put more pressure on Wall Street before the quarterly earnings season . +0 481931 481974 " Let 's show we won 't let them off , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . " The movement to defend pensions is gaining momentum , and we won 't give up , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . +0 1015010 1014963 GE stock closed at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 296513 296504 An artist who painted a fake " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " sign on a building near ground zero said Tuesday that he did not mean to offend anyone . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . +0 2527646 2527796 Utah 's median household income also took a hit , falling 1.8 percent , from $ 48,875 to $ 47,978 . Georgia 's median household income dropped about 0.9 percent to $ 43,096 -- a $ 408 dip . +1 1836650 1836640 Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development , " Frank Cheung , chairman of Culturecom , said in a statement . He added : " Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development . " +0 2947222 2947126 Larger rivals , including Tesco and Sainsbury ’ s , were excluded from the bid battle following a Competition Commission inquiry last month . A Competition Commission inquiry last month has already excluded larger rivals Tesco , Asda and J Sainsbury from the bid race . +1 670897 670580 The move to rein in losses at its four boutique outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . The move to rein in the losses of the four upmarket food outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . +1 684499 684698 Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court had no jurisdiction over those crimes . Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court hearing Mr Samudra 's case did not have jurisdiction over those crimes . +1 1014730 1014699 Many compensation experts had predicted Carty would get a generous severance deal because his voluntary resignation helped keep the concessions deals in place . Many compensation experts had predicted that Carty would get a generous severance package because his voluntary resignation helped preserve the concessions , the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported . +0 969585 969381 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . +0 2465550 2465322 Nine traffic deaths were blamed on the storm in North Carolina , Virginia , Maryland , Pennsylvania and Washington . At least 36 deaths have been blamed on the storm , 20 of them in Virginia . +1 102054 101828 He faces 25 years in prison when he is sentenced in federal court July 7 . He faces an additional 25 years in prison on the federal charges when he is sentenced July 7 . +1 3399091 3399055 Also in Mosul , rebel gunmen on Friday assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . Near a mosque in the northern town of Mosul , rebel gunmen also assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . +1 903478 903424 Mr. Manuel and his group entered the United States by walking across the bridge linking Matamoros and Brownsville . Manuel and his group entered the US the same way thousands of people do every day , by walking across the bridge between Matamoros and Brownsville . +1 62773 62675 Goldman is trying to sell the shares to institutional investors at $ US13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . Goldman offered the shares for sale to institutional investors at $ 13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . +1 3118767 3118719 Daughter Renee Jackson said she often made " huge pots of , like , beans and rice with , like , meat and casseroles " for the whole family . Their biological daughter Renee Jackson , 29 , said she made huge pots of beans and rice , and meat and casseroles . +1 1934584 1934599 Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . +0 849568 849504 The identical rovers will act as robotic geologists , searching for evidence of past water . The rovers act as robotic geologists , moving on six wheels . +1 2052090 2052224 Shellfire could be heard in the background as Ghafar spoke by satellite telephone . As he spoke by satellite phone , shellfire could be heard in the background . +1 1723511 1723320 " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " said Robert A. Eckert , chief executive . " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " Chief Executive Robert Eckert said in a statement . +1 749931 749592 He added International Business Machines Corp. ' s ( IBM ) endorsement of Linux has " added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " Complicating the situation , he continued , are companies , like IBM , whose support of Linux " has added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " +1 1380626 1381239 His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas dissented . +0 1154059 1154148 Davis , who appointed all of the PUC commissioners , called the proposed settlement ``too expensive for the ratepayers . " The proposed settlement is too expensive for the ratepayers , " the governor said in a statement . +1 610817 610914 The Iranian refugee who sewed up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at the handling of his asylum claim has won his fight to remain in Britain . An Iranian Kurd who stitched up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at being refused asylum has been granted refugee status . +1 1382183 1381827 Justice Anthony Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . +0 2143010 2143038 Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for allegedly drinking with two high school girls . Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for drinking with two high school girls in the latest incident to embarrass the academy . +1 3355577 3355734 About 130,000 U.S. troops remain in Iraq , with others deployed in Afghanistan , South Korea and elsewhere . About 130,000 US soldiers remain in Iraq , with others serving in Afghanistan , South Korea , Japan , Germany and elsewhere . +0 379930 379912 Spot gold was fetching $ 365.25 / 366.25 an ounce at 0520 GMT , having galloped as high as $ 368.90 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . +0 2332155 2332299 Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . It was centered about 100 miles southwest of Cedar Key and drifting erratically southward , forecasters said . +0 60128 60457 Branch was later fired by the company and eventually filed a wrongful-termination suit that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . The former employees filed wrongful-termination suits , dismissed in July 2002 , that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . +1 1966841 1966876 The stretch of Danube river passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . Rivers were also drying up - a stretch of Danube passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . +1 809968 809904 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the case of a nine-year-old girl who turned up safe two days after being violently abducted from her home . Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . +0 1755939 1755914 Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . He is to play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . +1 1456822 1456536 Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio is expected to raise more than $ 1 million . Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich passed $ 1 million last week and was still counting money . +1 55074 55220 But a state judge has ruled that the so-called " double jeopardy " protections do not apply in the case . A judge already has ruled that double-jeopardy protections don 't apply in the case . +1 401958 402185 After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges drew the speech to an early close . After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges cut his speech short . +1 1513190 1513246 At least 27 US troops have been killed in hostile fire since Bush 's statement . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . +1 2362695 2362754 The worst-affected area was South Kyongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away . The worst affected area was South Kyeongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away in mud sides . +1 725607 725134 She said the president 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to their teenage daughter as well . Mrs Clinton writes her husband 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to Chelsea as well . +1 2009347 2009392 The Legislature returns today for a special session and they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . Florida legislators return today for a special session in which they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . +1 2385348 2385394 A recent poll showed Edwards with a narrow lead in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . A recent poll showed Edwards in a virtual four-way tie at the top in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . +1 95816 95866 Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence the sale of the state-controlled SME food company in 1985 . Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence a takeover battle in the 1980s involving SME , a state-owned food company . +1 3199352 3199388 The stock closed Friday at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17 percent , on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Brocade closed at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17.3 percent . +0 2620041 2620061 Shelia Chaney Wilson seemed agitated when she came to help prepare for Turner Monumental A.M.E. Church 's upcoming 104th anniversary celebration , worshippers said . Congregants of Turner Monumental AME Church said Shelia Chaney Wilson , 43 , was agitated when she came to the church , in the Kirkwood neighborhood on the city 's east side . +1 2063581 2063592 " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we 've violated our agreements in any way , " IBM spokesperson Trink Guarino told internetnews.com. " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we violated our agreements , " spokeswoman Trink Guarino said . +1 3321146 3321233 In March , Rowland 's former deputy chief of staff pleaded guilty to accepting gold and cash in return for steering state contracts . Lawrence E. Alibozek , his former deputy chief of staff , pleaded guilty to accepting cash and gold coins in exchange for influencing state contracts . +1 226237 225636 " It ' ' s absurd , " Funny Cide 's trainer Barclay Tagg said . Meanwhile , Funny Cide 's trainer , Barclay Tagg , called the allegations " ridiculous . " +0 1091577 1091178 Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . +1 2157605 2157574 " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " chief financial officer Jake Brace said in a statement . " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " he said . +1 1856603 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . +1 219613 219578 SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used by themselves or as extensions to the ControlCenter family of storage management applications . SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used as stand-alone applications or as an extension to EMC 's ControlCenter applications . +1 2348550 2348631 Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped ; others took pictures of sensitive areas without being challenged . Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped by employees ; others took pictures of security-sensitive areas without anyone challenging them . +1 1230680 1230521 When Biggs 's body was found , authorities had no leads until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . Authorities had no leads in Biggs ' death until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . +0 2729329 2729355 He is accused of obstructing justice , witness tampering and destroying evidence . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . +1 1967668 1967589 Mr. Stevens has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al Qaeda agents in Britain than previously thought . Sir John has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al-Qa 'eda agents in Britain than previously thought . +0 3078447 3078741 The victims included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi and one Sudanese , the ministry official said . State television said the dead included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi , one Sudanese and four whose nationalities were not named . +1 732043 732076 He said some issues _ such as division break-up _ really can only be resolved if and when the conference is expanded . He said some issues - including division alignments - will be resolved if the conference expands . +1 1094963 1094672 But in the first 30 seconds after Young entered the ring , the family knew it was an uneven match , Meyers said . But in the first 30 seconds of the bout , family members knew it was an uneven match , Jodie Meyers , Stacy Young 's sister , said . +1 3179481 3179500 " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a press conference this afternoon . +1 2317018 2317252 November 17 's last victim was British defence attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot on an Athens road in June 2000 . November 17 's last victim was British defense attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot and killed at point-blank range on a busy Athens road in June 2000 . +1 1724644 1724330 Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from Ford Credit , which earned a net $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent . Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from its Ford Credit finance arm , which earned $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent from a year earlier . +1 1702613 1702219 The suit is to be filed against Secretary of State Kevin Shelley and election officials in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . +0 806865 806436 Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . Newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur in " Hairspray " bested Broadway veteran Bernadette Peters in " Gypsy " for best actress in a musical . +1 3113886 3113811 But while Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the EU 's investigation started five years ago , the firm has denied anti-competitive practices are to blame . Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the probe started five years ago , but the firm denied anti-competitive practices were the reason for this . +1 1136875 1136834 No country seems likely to oppose proposals for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . No country now opposes plans for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . +1 2197806 2197840 Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . Early voting polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept . 8 and Sept . 9 . +1 2760326 2760346 Third-quarter revenue declined to $ 36.9 billion from $ 39.3 billion , primarily reflecting lower vehicle sales . Revenue fell to $ 36.9bn from $ 39.3bn a year ago , mainly due to lower vehicle sales . +1 380372 380360 Gartner analysts said that businesses are not yet feeling confident enough to upgrade corporate PCs . What 's more , companies are not feeling confident enough to replace older PCs , the analyst firm said . +0 802081 802256 Cubs outfielder Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat . Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat , and he immediately appealed the decision . +0 3434765 3435024 For proof , look no further than this week 's Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . The company is expected to unveil the console on Thursday at the Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . +1 2766043 2766012 Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , are among this year 's nominees . Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , were also among the fiction finalists announced Wednesday . +0 334677 334628 U.S. troops encountered no resistance during the five-hour sweep near Tikrit , Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the center of a region of Baath Party supporters . Tikrit is Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the region around it is known as a hotbed of Baath Party supporters and former high-ranking Iraqi military officials . +1 1730685 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . +0 1705190 1705093 It also named Robert Willumstad chief operating officer , also to take effect by Jan. 1 , 2004 . Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . +0 1831696 1831660 The agency charged that one WD Energy worker discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies . The agency found further that a WD Energy employee discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies , which the CFTC didn 't identify . +0 259989 260054 " These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate , " Bush said , adding that the United States will find the killers . These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate and the United States will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice . +1 306378 306402 A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities detonated the explosives later . A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities found explosives and detonated them afterward . +1 296493 296504 AN artist has infuriated New Yorkers by painting a sign reading " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " on a building near Ground Zero . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . +1 1554312 1554346 " During the investigation , Bryant was cooperative with investigators and remains cooperative with authorities , " the sheriff 's office said . Bryant was " interviewed and was cooperative , " said Kim Andree , a spokeswoman for the sheriff 's office . +0 787052 786685 Seniors would then have to pay 50 percent of their drug costs up to $ 3,450 . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . +0 2222062 2222145 The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's factory index increased to 58.9 from 55.9 in July . The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's monthly index rose to 58.9 from 55.9 in July , the highest in 15 months . +1 2338981 2338970 Adrian Lamo , 22 , had told reporters he planned to surrender to the FBI in Sacramento Friday , but he then had second thoughts . Lamo had told reporters he would surrender to the FBI on the federal courthouse steps in Sacramento on Friday , but he didn 't show up . +1 1528383 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshipper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the assailants first targeted the mosque 's security guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . +1 917965 918315 For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs accounted for much of the inflation , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost increase . For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs dominated the increase , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost spiral . +1 2584239 2584390 " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , " Bush said in prepared remarks , " the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . While he said " many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . +0 3218713 3218830 Q : Can I buy coverage for prescription drugs right away ? Congress has added a new benefit - an option to buy insurance coverage for prescription drugs . +1 1254066 1254350 General Jeffrey said he would donate his military pension to charity for the period he was in office at Yarralumla . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . +1 1024275 1024003 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , to 1,666.58 , based on the latest data , and marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , at 1,666.58 , marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . +1 2729306 2729355 Quattrone 's action , prosecutors argue , amounted to criminal obstruction of justice . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . +1 3328917 3328912 SEA 05D is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for surface ship design and engineering . The Future Concepts and Surface Ship Design Group is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for all surface ship design and engineering . +0 2630577 2630578 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . +1 1469314 1469250 About $ 250,000 worth of her jewelry was discovered last week at Kennedy International Airport , where it had up and disappeared before a flight to the BET Awards . An estimated $ 250,000 worth of jewelry belonging to the hip-hop performer was recovered Friday at Kennedy Airport , where it had disappeared June 20 . +1 221079 221003 The airline also said it has the option to buy 380 more airplanes , orders that would be split evenly between the two manufacturers . The airline has the option to buy 380 more , split evenly between the two manufacturers . +1 2780653 2780636 The diocese reached a settlement in 2001 involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs for an undisclosed sum . In 2001 , the diocese reached a $ 15 million settlement involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs . +1 1478919 1478601 The U.S. government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . +1 1865543 1865594 But Mr Kenny said his advice to Mr Hicks - if they are ever allowed to meet or speak - may well be that he accept a deal . But Mr Kenny said his advice to David Hicks , should they be allowed to meet , might be that he accept a deal . +1 1865547 1865598 Mr Kenny and the Hicks family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , are trying to get access to Mr Hicks before he faces a planned military tribunal . Mr Kenny and the family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , want access to Hicks before he faces a military tribunal . +1 603351 603372 The two forms account for about 30 percent of the approximately 7 million immigration benefits applications received annually , immigration officials said . The two forms constitute 30 percent of the 7 million applications filed to the bureau each year . +0 2227183 2227229 The unions also staged a five-day strike in March that forced all but one of Yale 's dining halls to close . The unions also staged a five-day strike in March ; strikes have preceded eight of the last 10 contracts . +0 3391270 3391280 FBI spokesman Steve Lazarus did not immediately return a phone call for comment on Friday . Adaptable and Carter 's Trading Co. did not immediately return calls seeking comment on Wednesday . +1 2056776 2056768 Wyles previous feature credits include White Oleander , Enough and Donnie Darko . Wyle 's feature credits also include " White Oleander , " " Enough " and " Donnie Darko . " +1 61559 61668 Treasurys long-range plan is to provide retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability to manage their holdings online in a single account . The Treasury said wants to give retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability eventually to manage holdings online in a single account . +1 2516703 2516763 White House officials say Iran has one last chance to comply with IAEA inspection demands . A White House spokesman added that Iran had " one last chance " to comply with its disarmament obligations . +1 1802891 1803095 After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as his spiritual adviser spoke to him . After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as the prison chaplain spoke in his ear . +1 121430 121263 Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as immigration officials attempt to determine his status , the Coast Guard said . Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as officials determined his status and immediate future , the Coast Guard said . +1 3223214 3223150 A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had a grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . +1 358224 358241 Roxio , which is based in Santa Clara , Calif . , would get access to the music libraries of the major labels and the Pressplay distribution system . Roxio , would get access to more than 300,000 tracks from the music libraries of the major labels , and the Pressplay distribution system . +0 21722 21695 Boeing shares fell nearly 4 percent to $ 27.54 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trade , while Lockheed slipped 1.6 percent to $ 49.42 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +0 938879 938895 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . +0 305494 305455 Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province in recent weeks from 38,000 to more than 45,000 . While the shape of any military operation is unclear , Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province to more than 45,000 from 38,000 . +1 2605599 2605635 Five alternate jurors were also chosen , with a final one set to be selected Friday morning from the panel . Five alternate jurors also were selected , with a sixth alternate to be picked on Friday . +1 2509742 2509721 In interviews with engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers are evident . In interviews with numerous engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers stand out in stark relief . +1 1601705 1601584 A suburban Chicago man was arrested Wednesday on charges of secretly gathering information on Iraqi opposition figures as an unregistered agent of Saddam Hussein 's intelligence service . The FBI arrested a suburban Chicago man Wednesday and charged him with secretly collecting information on individuals in the United States who opposed Saddam Hussein 's Iraqi government . +1 1245559 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . +0 3053015 3053033 The contractors convicted last month , Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , are to be sentenced in January . Contractors Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , who were convicted of submitting hundreds of phony invoices to Blue Cross , are to be sentenced in January . +1 2409131 2408921 " The board did so and accepted that resignation , " said McCall , who chaired the meeting . " The board did so , and accepted that resignation , " said the chairman of the exchange 's compensation committee , H. Carl McCall . +1 3153787 3153820 " He died doing something he loved , " William Dusenbery , Sr. , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . " He died doing something he loved , which was flying his helicopters , " said the father , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . +1 3171851 3171879 The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in- chief for breast cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center . The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in-chief for breast-cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City . +1 532719 532702 Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential at Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential working in the Palo Alto office of Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . +1 2546175 2546198 Dr Mark McClean , Jonathan 's family doctor , said if the drug had been administered earlier Jonathan would have retained more of his brain functions . Dr Mark McClean , the family 's GP , said had the drug been administered to Jonathan earlier , he would have retained more of his brain function . +1 1015165 1015247 This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus , the parent of Bergdorf Goodman ; and Nordstrom strong sales gains in May . This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus Group Inc. and Nordstrom Inc . , along with some boutique retailers , strong sales gains in May . +1 2457679 2457752 President Vlad imir Putin threw his weight behind Russia ’ s main pro-Kremlin political party for the first time last week , ahead of parliamentary elections . President Vladimir Putin threw his weight for the first time on Saturday behind Russia 's main pro-Kremlin political party ahead of parliamentary elections . +1 1369742 1369888 Officials in Malawi said the five suspects had been on the CIA 's " watch list " since the twin 1998 truck bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . Officials in Malawi said the men were on the CIA 's ' ' watch list ' ' since the twin 1998 bombings at the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . +1 476713 476614 Passengers would be given a refund and voucher for another trip , she said . Passengers on that cruise are to be given a refund and voucher for another trip . +0 2158 1971 A monthlong grace period in New York City ended May 1 , and now bars and restaurants that allow people to puff can face hefty fines . In New York City , bars and restaurants that allow people to smoke can face hefty fines . +0 1708655 1708561 First , it 's found in most versions of Windows , including the new Windows Server 2003 . It is the first " critical " flaw discovered and fixed in the new Windows Server 2003 . +1 1544408 1544376 No Americans were reported among the casualties , according to Capt. Michael Calvert , a spokesman for the regiment . None of the casualties was Americans , said Capt. Michael Calvert , regiment spokesman . +1 2147547 2147515 Suspected rebels also blew up an oil pipeline in north-east Colombia . Also Sunday , suspected rebels dynamited an oil pipeline in northeast Colombia . +1 2528 2912 The capsule landed on its side and drifted about 12 metres , probably dragged by the main parachute . The capsule ended up on its side and appeared to have been dragged about 40ft by the main parachute after landing . +0 799346 799268 The chain operates more than 3,400 stores , and has annual revenue of about $ 15.8 billion . The chain , which has been under new management since late 1999 , has more than 3,400 stores and $ 15.8 billion in annual revenue . +1 2003451 2003409 Frank Partnoy , a securities law professor at the University of San Diego , said the case suggested that Merrill 's oversight and control of its executives were inadequate . Frank Partnoy , a securities-law professor at the University of San Diego School of Law , said the case suggests Merrill Lynch 's oversight and control of its executives was inadequate . +0 2673104 2673130 All patients developed some or all of the symptoms of E. coli food poisoning : bloody diarrhea , vomiting , abdominal cramping and nausea . Symptoms of the E. coli infection include bloody diarrhea , nausea , vomiting and abdominal cramping . +0 2653949 2653997 The parents want her kept alive ; her husband says she never wanted to be kept alive artificially . Michael Schiavo has argued that his wife never wanted to be kept alive artificially . +1 1354501 1354476 Federal regulators have turned from sour to sweet on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings Inc. and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream Inc . Federal regulators have changed their minds on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream . +1 2361754 2361818 While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects drove off before taking anything . While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects fled before they could take anything , he said . +0 2506940 2506972 However , Hayes , the CDC official , said there are many complicated interactions in play . But Hayes , of the CDC said , " Many complicated interactions come into play that are often difficult to predict . " +0 2190085 2190104 Microsoft , which acquired Virtual PC from Connectix in February , said a fix for the problem is not around the corner . Virtual PC , which Microsoft acquired from Connectix Corp. in February , will not run on the G5 , the company said . +1 3070979 3070949 Environmental campaigners are using this weekend ’ s lunar eclipse to highlight the huge increase in light pollution across the UK . Environmental campaigners used the eclipse to highlight the surge in light pollution across Britain . +1 3453064 3453247 Mr. Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . +0 894009 893837 ISC and NASCAR officials declined to comment . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . +1 894151 893944 A tradition of Labor Day racing was established long ago in the Inland Empire . There is a tradition of Labor Day racing in the Inland Valley . +0 2861344 2861246 In his female disguise , the real estate heir used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend . In his female disguise , he used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend , and rented an apartment in Galveston . +0 1742145 1742270 Its shares fell 71 cents , or 3.5 percent , in after-hours trading to $ 19.55 . The stock had risen 63 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 20.26 in regular-session Nasdaq trading . +0 1802897 1802788 Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . +1 2758339 2758298 " We have an incredible amount of work to do , but it 's not in [ designing new ] instruction set architectures . " We 've got an incredible amount of work to do , but it ain 't in the instruction set , " he said . +1 2861238 2861348 Defense attorneys said Durst accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after the elderly man illegally entered his apartment . Durst 's attorneys contend their client accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after Black illegally entered his apartment . +0 1868298 1868428 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index rose 4.64 points , or 0.27 percent , to 1,735.34 , according to the latest available data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 17.08 points , or 1.74 percent , to 998.68 . +1 2905139 2904947 Fanned by the hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity , major fires were raging in at least 10 places , having already burned nearly 80 937 hectares . Those hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity created optimal conditions for raging fires in at least 10 places that have already burned nearly 200,000 acres . +1 2613357 2613445 The condition is associated with heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness , and amputations . Those with diabetes run the risk of severe complications , including heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness and amputations . +0 1264509 1264471 Available July 7 , the software supports the Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows operating systems . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . +1 3271341 3271457 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Powell said . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . +1 264284 264662 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the Nasdaq has barreled back 21.2 percent . Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . +1 3313731 3313577 In September , a 27-year-old Singapore researcher contracted SARS while working in a laboratory . In a case in August , a 27-year-old laboratory worker in Singapore developed SARS . +1 962010 962035 He characterized the hostile bid as " atrociously bad behavior from a company with a history of atrociously bad behavior . " Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " +1 425188 425211 In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . In the earlier survey , 63 percent of home broadband users had cable modems , compared with 34 percent who connected with DSL technology . +1 103280 103431 Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chrétien have both said the Liberal government will introduce legislation soon to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot for personal use . Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chretien both have said the government will introduce legislation to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot . +1 35944 36187 Eustachy acknowledged at a news conference Wednesday that he was an alcoholic and was seeking treatment . Eustachy disclosed this week that he is an alcoholic and is seeking treatment . +1 1819445 1819733 Seven of the nine Democratic presidential candidates were also scheduled to address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . +0 205044 205100 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote , while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got 4 percent . A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . +0 110731 110648 But Chauncey Billups demonstrated he 's also capable of big games , scoring 77 points over the final two games against the Magic . Billups scored 77 points in the final two games of the first-round series against the Magic . +1 1748966 1748905 Moffitt said the results need to be replicated in another study before testing of individuals for presence of the long or short versions of the gene will be pursued . Professor Moffitt said the results needed to be replicated before pursuing testing of individuals for the presence of the long or short versions of the gene . +0 202023 202003 The first trial of a suspect in last year 's Bali nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people opened in Indonesia today , Sky News reported . One of the key suspects in the October nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people in Bali went on trial Monday amid tight security . +0 2221631 2221643 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.98 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,346.77 . +1 2302763 2302806 If convicted , Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison based on new laws in Romania designed to prosecute cybercrime , Softwin said . Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison under a new law in Romania , according to BitDefender 's Web site . +0 2582380 2582198 Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson said the company is continuing to work with authorities . Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson referred all calls to the FBI . +1 3104302 3104259 At the Pentagon , the Department of Defense 's Inspector General has separately been asked to investigate how the telecom licences were awarded . But a source close to the Pentagon said the Defense Department 's own inspector-general had been asked to investigate how the licences were awarded . +1 1738301 1738620 Police believe someone strangled her and she may have been sexually assaulted . Park appeared to have been strangled and may have been sexually assaulted , Homicide Capt. Charles Bloom said . +1 3253747 3253789 On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . The move came just hours after the company 's Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit resigned . +0 2469445 2469648 " Accordingly , there needs to be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism . " There must be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism , " namely , a " promise of a better and fairer world . " +1 1081760 1081734 The hot technologies -- networking , storage and wireless products -- will be front and center this week . Storage , networking and wireless products will be prevalent at the show . +1 248301 248261 PG & E Corp. shares were up 39 cents or 2.6 percent at $ 15.59 on the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday . PG & E 's shares gained 24 cents to $ 15.44 during Tuesday 's trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2274844 2274714 Kelly killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government had embellished evidence of Iraq 's banned weapons to justify the war . He killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government exaggerated the case for war against Iraq . +0 2254357 2254321 At 5 p.m. EDT , the center of Hurricane Fabian was located near latitude 15.7 north , longitude 45.2 west or about 1,075 miles east of the Lesser Antilles . At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . +1 1548367 1547965 But when no justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was seen as making those efforts moot . But when neither Justice O 'Connor nor any other justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was widely seen as making those campaigns moot . +1 682443 682404 Neither military action nor large-scale bribery can solve the North Korean problem , Wolfowitz said . Indeed , Wolfowitz admitted Saturday that neither military action nor " large scale bribery " would solve the issue . +0 2690077 2690016 Californias rate was 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August and also down from the 6.7 percent posted in September 2002 . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . +1 1090329 1090624 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side had fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued Tuesday that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " +0 1263331 1263691 The movie opens this weekend and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . The movie opened over the weekend in the number one spot and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . +0 3130888 3130842 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office was not available for comment . A spokesman for the United States Attorney 's office in Manhattan had no comment . +1 3020597 3020740 Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . Ernest Bucklew was headed home for his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . +1 798489 798424 Shares of Bristol-Myers rose to $ 28 in electronic trading from the $ 26.90 close on the New York Stock Exchange . Bristol shares rose $ 1.30 , or 5 percent , to $ 28.20 , after closing at $ 26.90 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 3296376 3296429 The Foreign Office says that Heaton is in detention but has not yet been charged with any offence . The Foreign Office said Heaton was in Saudi detention but had not been charged , and that consul officials had visited him on Thursday . +0 2786920 2786884 The nine states are Alaska , Arizona , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . So far , eight states have laws legalizing marijuana for patients with physician recommendations : Alaska , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . +0 3378968 3378898 " We do not use service members as guinea pigs , " William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs , told a Pentagon briefing . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . +1 2413558 2413644 Since June of last year the Red Cross has spent $ 114 million on disasters , but taken in only $ 40 million in donations . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . +1 3182444 3182413 The United States and Britain are seeking backing at the United Nations for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . At the United Nations , the United States and Britain are seeking backing for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . +1 1694566 1694515 The US version will cost $ 99 for an individual licence , the same as the existing version . Contribute 2 costs 69 for an individual license , the same as the existing version . +1 1396791 1396813 The format must be an open standard that has been formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms . The format must be formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms , they added . +1 2513568 2513541 In Damascus , Syrian Information Minister Ahmad al-Hassan called the charges " baseless and illogical " . In Damascus , the Syrian Information Minister , Ahmed al-Hassan , dismissed the claim . +0 1096756 1096779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . +0 1140010 1139774 She said the store ordered 520 copies and reserved another 300 . In one Johannesburg store , 900 copies have been ordered . +0 1050307 1050144 And it 's going to be a wild ride , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . Now the rest is just mechanical , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . +1 2055389 2055336 Water samples are being tested in a state lab to determine what caused the reaction . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . +0 2243130 2243048 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . The Dow Jones rose 41.61 points Friday , a gain of 0.4 % for the day and 0.7 % for the week . +1 2244016 2243958 " Any decision on Charleroi will have huge implications for regional airports in France , " he said . " A bad decision on Charleroi would have huge implications for state-owned regional airports in France . +0 3171616 3171578 " This is very serious , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . +1 2759796 2759805 On the upside , Coca-Cola Co . ( nyse : KO - news - people ) reported higher profit for the quarter early on Thursday , helped by European demand . Coca-Cola Co . ( KO ) reported higher profit for the quarter , helped by European demand , early on Thursday . +0 1737212 1737529 Shelley 's office reported Friday that 575,926 signatures have been reported to him . Shelley 's office released signature counts late Friday and said counties had reported counting 575,926 signatures so far . +0 1896014 1896214 Arguing that the case was an isolated example , Canada has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . Canada which is a major meat exporter to Japan , has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . +1 2541916 2542007 The shooting happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home the extended family shared on the city 's westside . The shootings happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home that the extended family shared on Gary 's west side . +1 2142072 2142145 His spokesman , Tom Parker , said Moore 's attorneys would respond to the complaint Monday . Parker said Moore 's lawyers were reviewing the complaint and would respond Monday . +1 2815613 2815697 They made a similar discovery in Houston on another aircraft , Dallas-based Southwest said in a statement . The airline said a similar discovery was made on the plane in Houston . +0 1396772 1396869 The group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . +1 3317938 3317904 " The sentence reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts views these crimes , " Spitzer said in a statement . Mr. Spitzer said in a statement that the sentence " reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts view these crimes . " +1 1475739 1475789 Bush said resistance forces hostile to the U.S. presence " feel like ... the conditions are such that they can attack us there . There are some who feel like the conditions are such that they can attack us there . +1 1805615 1805417 Wall Street regained a positive track yesterday after two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were killed in a firefight in Iraq . WALL St regained a positive track today following news that two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were among four Iraqis killed in a US raid in northern Iraq . +1 775031 775074 A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer said . +1 2616455 2616441 Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the recent announcement that Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive , would soon retire . Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the departure of Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive . +1 562791 563043 The United States and Russia have spent billions since the 1960s on a handful of space craft designed to land on Mars . The United States and Russia spent billions on a dozen or so robotic craft meant to land on Mars and radio back their findings . +1 617943 618357 Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided much-needed insight in the opening round of the Memorial Tournament in Dublin , Ohio . Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided some much needed insight in Thursday 's opening round of the Memorial Tournament . +1 2560834 2560777 Avalon means the next Windows OS will support new styles of user interfaces and elements . Thanks to Avalon , Longhorn will support new styles of user interfaces and user interface elements . +1 2315356 2315463 The three priests were careful to go through church channels first as they exercised their rights under canon law . The priests went through church channels first , exercising their rights under canon law . +1 1550874 1550974 There were no plans to build permanent US bases in Africa , Pentagon officials said . There are no plans to build permanent U.S. bases in Africa , Defense Department officials say . +1 1075243 1075339 Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and attorney who originally represented McCorvey , could not be reached for comment . Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and lawyer who originally represented McCorvey , did not immediately return a call seeking comment . +1 1568540 1568627 Monday , the CIA said analysts concluded that Saddam is likely the speaker on the tape . The CIA on Monday said voice and sound analysts concluded that Saddam is probably the speaker on the tape . +1 667354 667115 The report by the Justice Department 's inspector general found " significant problems " in the government 's handling of foreigners who were jailed under blanket edicts adopted by the department after the attacks . The Justice Department 's Office of the Inspector General described " significant problems " in the Bush administration 's actions toward the 762 foreigners held on immigration violations after the attacks . +1 41117 41031 Under the agreement , LendingTree shareholders would receive 0.6199 of a USAi share for each share in LendingTree . Under the proposed stock for stock transaction , LendingTree shareholders will get 0.6199 shares of USAI common stock for each share of LendingTree common stock . +1 1629264 1629180 Prince William County prosecutors told a judge yesterday they now want the trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad moved out of the area . Prosecutors reversed course Friday and said they support moving the murder trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad out of the Washington suburbs . +1 633371 633452 Greenspan is head of the U.S. central bank , which sets U.S. interest rates . Greenspan 's Federal Reserve , the U.S. central bank , decides interest rates in the world 's largest economy . +0 2690016 2690096 The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . +1 402118 402005 Others rushed up the aisle to vocally protest the remarks , and one student tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . A few tried to rush the podium , and at least one graduate tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . +0 1729854 1729826 AMD 's chip sales jumped 7 percent year-on-year to $ 402 million . Second-quarter sales grew 7 percent , to $ 645 million from $ 600 million in 2002 . +1 2320029 2320049 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program , which also dated from the Depression . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . +0 516184 515989 Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " +1 507548 507739 " Indeed , Iran should be put on notice that efforts to try to remake Iraq in their image will be aggressively put down , " he said . " Iran should be on notice that attempts to remake Iraq in Iran 's image will be aggressively put down , " he said . +1 741059 741125 It is important for a process to be put into place , he said , that would permit a smooth transition from war to peace . He added : " Let the process be put in place that will ensure a smooth transition from war to peace . +0 2668628 2668543 The American conservatives are clearly in the minority within the Episcopal Church . The letter indicates the Vatican 's interest in bolstering conservatives within the Episcopal Church . +1 2810634 2810670 While the Ibrahims had one separation operation , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three for the Aguirres , with several weeks between each . Instead of one long operation to separate the twins , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three , with several weeks between each . +1 2546178 2546202 " If I was diagnosed today with CJD , I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible . He added that if he were diagnosed with vCJD " I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible " . +0 2908282 2908123 It has a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points . That poll had 712 likely voters and sampling error of plus or minus 3.7 percentage points . +0 44118 44096 Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the US military . Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross-section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the U.S. military until elections can be held . +1 2696432 2696850 I think there 's a little hope invested in McNabb and he got a lot of credit for the performance of his team that he really didn 't deserve . There is a little hope invested in McNabb , and he got a lot of credit for the performance of this team that he didn 't deserve . " +1 2949356 2949316 A COUPLE have been arrested for starving their four sons while letting their daughters feast in front of them . A couple starved their four adopted sons for years while allowing their daughters to feast on takeaways , police and neighbours said today . +0 440225 440402 Local police authorities are treating the explosion as a criminal matter and nothing has been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . +1 2110348 2110356 The ELF has claimed responsibility for a slew of arson attacks against commercial entities that members say threaten or damage the environment . The underground group has claimed responsibility for a series of arsons against commercial entities that members say damage the environment . +1 2942193 2942084 Claudia Gonzles Herrera , an assistant attorney general in charge of the case , said the arrests show that Guatemala " takes the defense of its ancient Maya heritage seriously . " Claudia Gonzales Herrera , an assistant attorney-general in charge of the case , said the arrests showed that Guatemala took the defence of its Mayan heritage seriously . +0 101739 101766 Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court this morning on charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree sexual assault . Saul Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court for the death of Christina Long . +1 1120681 1120716 Gordon stressed that his bill " is a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " But Gordon emphasized that the legislation he introduced last week is " a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral ( Harold ) Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " +0 1528030 1528275 Shiite Muslims account for about a third of Quetta 's of 1.2 million people . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . +0 1290542 1290504 About 24 percent of men who took placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . The researchers found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . +1 3073773 3073779 Lay had contended that turning over the documents would violate his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . +0 992998 992963 Friends said Frank Riva worked in construction in Manhattan and recently helped his son get into the construction workers union . Riva had recently helped his son , Frank Riva Jr . , get into a construction workers ' union and land a job . +0 124994 125207 A panel of the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's assault weapons ban in a 2-1 ruling last December . The December decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's law banning certain assault weapons and revived the national gun-ownership debate . +0 1994696 1994952 Cardenas and Estrada , who is on trial for economic plunder , have denied any involvement . Mr Estrada , who is in prison , has denied any involvement in the mutiny . +1 1596215 1596239 The number of passengers aboard was not known and may never be , since ferry operators rarely keep full passenger lists . The exact number of passengers on the ferry was not known and may never be determined because ferry operators typically do not keep accurate passenger manifests . +1 1404484 1404314 More than 6 percent of men on the drug developed high-grade tumors compared with 5.1 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . +0 2839411 2839475 The MPx200 , which will sell for $ 299.99 , is now available through AT & T Wireless ' mMode service . The phone is available for $ 299.99 with any compatible AT & T Wireless service plan . +1 821520 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation ’ s critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . +0 261202 260995 The WHO experts didn 't say how many cases in Hebei were in rural areas . Hebei has reported 191 cases and eight deaths , though the WHO experts did not say how many were in rural areas . +1 1538790 1538868 Sales of downloaded singles and albums will be included in Billboard 's charts for those configurations . Digital download sales of recorded albums and singles will be included in the album and singles sales charts , respectively . +1 621407 621315 The findings were reported online in the June 1 edition of scientific journal Nature Medicine . The findings are published in today 's edition of the journal Nature Medicine . +1 2748306 2748295 Kerry last month outlined a U.N. resolution authorizing a military force under U.S. command and transferring responsibility to the United Nations for the political and humanitarian efforts . Kerry outlined last month a UN resolution authorizing a military force under US command and transferring responsibility for political and humanitarian efforts to the UN . +1 3106657 3106635 Downer originally said the 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived in a boat off Melville Island last week . Foreign Minister Alexander Downer yesterday claimed the group of 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived off Melville Island last week . +1 1824224 1824209 Nearly 300 mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign gave up and retreated peacefully after some 19 hours . Mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign ended a 19-hour standoff late Sunday and returned to barracks without a shot fired . +0 1701370 1701277 The government identified the alleged hijackers as Francisco Lamas Carón , 29 , Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 , and Yosvani Martínez Acosta , 27 . The ministry said the hijackers Francisco Lamas Caron , 29 ; Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 ; and Yosvani Martinez Acosta , 27 , shot themselves for unknown reasons . +1 1349416 1349690 " The court expects that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary , " O 'Connor wrote . O 'Connor wrote , " We expect that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary . " +1 2479147 2479132 The FTC also said AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely rebates to consumers . In a separate complaint , the FTC alleged that AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely $ 400 rebates to consumers . +1 1467347 1467378 CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the CELF , according to various members of CELF . +1 302689 302468 The news came as authorities in Taiwan quarantined hundreds at two major hospitals amid fears of a widespread epidemic of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome on the self-governing island . The threat came as Taiwanese authorities quarantined hundreds at two hospitals amid fears of an epidemic of severe acute respiratory syndrome . +0 3164525 3164660 " I do not wish to be present during this witness , " he told Stanislaus County Superior Court Judge Al Girolami . " Yes , I do not wish to be present during this witness , " Peterson , 31 , calmly told the judge as he was returned to his cell . +1 548867 548785 In three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five stock , when its share price was around $ 24 , to 37th . In the space of three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five 5 stock when its share price hovered around $ 24 to 37th on the list . +0 2796658 2796682 About two hours later , his body , wrapped in a blanket , was found dumped a few blocks away . Then his body was dumped a few blocks away , found in a driveway on Argyle Road . +0 1467588 1467641 The Satellite 's 17-inch panel offers a maximum resolution of 1,440 by 900 pixels , Toshiba said . The new P25-S507 sports a 17-inch display with a resolution of 1,440 pixels by 900 pixels the same as Apples PowerBook . +0 2228733 2228854 The average American makes four trips a day , 45 percent for shopping or errands . Nearly half - 45 percent - are for shopping or running errands . +1 2221657 2221678 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.5 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 gained 0.3 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 1.2 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . +0 344782 345304 The key vote Thursday came on the dividend tax provision offered by Sen. Don Nickles , R-Oklahoma . The key vote Thursday was on a provision that temporarily eliminates the dividend tax . +1 3119461 3119491 " We did not want to shut down , " Lawrence Diamond , the CFO , said as O 'Donnell lawyer Matthew Fishbein questioned him . " We did not want to shut down , " Diamond testified under questioning by Matthew Fishbein , one of O 'Donnell 's lawyers . +1 1264552 1264471 OpForce 3.0 supports Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . +1 1396868 1396786 As such , consumers want to easily enjoy this content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home , said the group . The companies say their consumers want to enjoy their content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home . +1 1808166 1808434 Columbia broke up over Texas upon re-entry on Feb. 1 . Columbia broke apart in the skies above Texas on Feb. 1 . +0 2542022 2541932 Because of that , the family had kept him from the home over the objections of the grandmother , police said . Because of that , the family had run him out of the house over the objections of the grandmother and he was living on the street . +1 2754803 2754782 Fifty-seven senators , including 24 Republicans , have signed the letter . Of those who signed the letter , 57 are senators , including 24 Republicans . +1 3113884 3113810 One of the Commission 's publicly stated goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can work with desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's . The Commission has publicly said one of its goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can connect to desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's can . +1 2461128 2461192 " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts 's request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims , " Microsoft spokeswoman Stacy Drake said . " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts ' request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims . " +1 3290113 3290192 But he added : " You can 't win elections by looking in the rearview mirror . " " You can 't win elections by looking through the rear view mirror , " he said . +1 1345526 1345340 Recent U.S. appeals court rulings have required Internet providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . The new campaign comes just weeks after U.S. appeals court rulings requiring Internet service providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . +0 1799475 1799424 She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . And she has a boyfriend , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family today . +1 2426922 2427014 Federal offices were to remain closed for a second day overnight ( Friday US time ) . The Government shut down in Washington , and federal offices were to remain closed yesterday . +1 71782 72136 Missouri Gov. Bob Holden asked the White House to declare a federal disaster in 39 counties . Gov. Bob Holden asked Bush to declare 39 Missouri counties disaster areas . +1 2566397 2566529 According to the affidavit , Al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using two American and one Yemeni passport . The affidavit said Mr. al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using one Yemeni and two U.S. passports . +0 3111200 3111211 It can store more than a gigabyte of information equivalent to around 12 hours of music in one cubic centimetre . And it can store more than a gigabyte of information - equivalent to 1,000 high quality images or around 12 hours of music - in just one cubic centimetre . +1 3357076 3357026 An attempt last month in the Senate to keep the fund open for another year fell flat . An attempt to keep the fund open for another year fell flat in the Senate last month . +0 352129 352112 His coalition also passed some of the world 's most progressive laws in legalizing gay marriage and euthanasia and decriminalizing the personal use of soft drugs . The coalition passed some of the world 's most progressive social legislation , legalising gay marriage and euthanasia . +1 539586 539363 Passenger Keith Charlton , who helped tackle the man , last night praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant , known to passengers as Greg . Passenger Keith Charlton , who also tackled the attacker , praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant . +1 1072674 1072425 O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . Jordan Green , O 'Brien 's private attorney , said he had no comment . +0 2745358 2745404 Revenue in the most-recent quarter rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion . Revenue rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion from $ 43.6 billion a year ago . +1 1852279 1852455 The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > slipped 44.32 points , or 0.48 percent , to 9,240.25 . +1 762446 762324 But she didn 't say whether she 'll certify the two-year $ 117.4 billion budget for 2004-05 . She said she didn 't know yet whether she would certify the budget . +0 3337422 3337563 If Poland , Spain and Germany were prepared to make concessions in Brussels , the basis for a deal could be found . " Poland , Spain and Germany , were ready to talk about a deal , " he said . +1 2581006 2580932 When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching a TV cartoon channel . When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . +1 2614359 2614340 " We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " VeriSign spokesman Tom Galvin told Reuters . We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " said Russell Lewis , executive vice president of VeriSign 's Naming and Directory Services Group . +1 345700 345683 Electronic Data Systems Corp. Thursday said the Securities and Exchange Commission has asked the company for documents related to its large contract with the U.S. Navy . In a regulatory filing , EDS said the SEC had asked for information related to its troubled IT outsourcing contract with the US Navy . +0 655008 654952 Monday ratcheted up its database software line with the introduction of a new suite that automates the process of defining , describing and indexing information contained in the database . DB2 Cube Views automates the process of creating metadata by defining , describing , and indexing information in a database . +0 2598655 2598686 The veteran Malyasian diplomat met Suu Kyi Wednesday at the lakeside home in Yangon where she is under house arrest . Razali Ismail met for 90 minutes with Suu Kyi , a 1991 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize , at her lakeside home , where she is under house arrest . +1 3322660 3322644 Malvo 's attorneys mounted an insanity defense , arguing that Muhammad 's indoctrination left him unable to tell right from wrong . Malvo 's lawyers have presented an insanity defense , saying brainwashing by convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad left Malvo incapable of knowing right from wrong . +0 2238105 2238012 And the First Amendment doesn 't say that the free exercise of religion is allowed — except in government buildings . The amendment deals with the free exercise of religion versus the government establishment of a religion . +0 2268478 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in " extremely critical " condition , Czartoryski said . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . +1 2403100 2403192 On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . Based on having at least one of these symptoms , most students were hung over between three and 11 times in the past year . +1 3116793 3116876 SEIU President Andrew Stern said the unions are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions . In his speech , Stern says his members are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions on health care issues . +0 1472318 1472426 Witnesses from Malaysia will testify Thursday in the treason trial of cleric Abu Bakar Bashir , said to be the leader of terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah . The secrecy surrounding terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah was again smashed when witnesses from Malaysia testified in the treason trial of Abu Bakar Bashir . +0 111977 111896 The Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly has been the latest to speak out . Marcel Desailly , the France captain and Chelsea defender , believes the latter is true . +1 1358458 1358496 But the institute says the department " woefully underestimates " the changes that would occur under the proposal . But the institute says the department ‘ ‘ woefully underestimates ’ ’ the changes that would occur if the proposal is implemented . +0 360333 360465 In March , 67 percent connected through cable , up from 63 percent a year earlier . By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using D.S.L. +0 2579050 2579025 Close behind was India , 14.3 percent , followed by Thailand and the Philippines . The largest supplier of medicines was Canada , followed by India , Thailand and the Philippines . +1 853475 853342 A year or two later , 259 , or 10 per cent , of the youths reported that they had started to smoke , or had taken just a few puffs . Within two years , 259 , or 10 percent , of the youths reported they had started to smoke or had at least taken a few puffs . +1 3386401 3386434 On Thursday , authorities evacuated residents who live in the canyon and closed off the road leading there . Authorities evacuated residents and closed off the road leading to Waterman Canyon . +1 1353170 1353189 EU ministers were invited to the conference but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform , said Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington . Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . +0 2421171 2421092 Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone . . . this research has broken the size barrier for rodents " . Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and the international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone " . +1 894010 893837 Officials with North Carolina Speedway at Rockingham could not be reached . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . +0 979620 979602 The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has unsealed a heavily edited transcript of the June 3 court session where classified evidence was discussed out of public earshot . The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond , Va . , released the edited transcript of a closed hearing June 3 , which followed a public proceeding . +0 969188 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX dropped 9.90 points , or 0.99 percent , to 988.61 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +1 3238581 3238530 Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans , Wayne Allard ( Colo . ) , Jeff Sessions ( Ala . ) and Sam Brownback ( Kan . ) . Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans : Wayne Allard of Colorado , Jeff Sessions of Alabama and Sam Brownback of Kansas . +1 1380479 1380626 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas were the two other dissenting judges . His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . +0 977772 977804 The Lord Chancellor was guardian of the Great Seal , used to stamp all official documents from the sovereign . Falconer will hold on , for now , to the Lord Chancellor 's Great Seal , used to sign off instructions from the sovereign . +1 2805768 2805313 Prisoners were tortured and executed -- their ears and scalps severed for souvenirs . They frequently tortured and shot prisoners , severing ears and scalps for souvenirs . +1 1767361 1767157 U.S. troops killed nearly two dozen suspected Taliban militants after coming under fire in southern Afghanistan in the latest in a series of such attacks . U.S. soldiers killed about two dozen suspected Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan after their convoy came under attack , the military said Sunday . +1 577854 578500 Cindy Yeast , a 50-year-old Washington-area publicist , says she began taking supplements two years ago in part to avoid mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . She started taking supplements two years ago - partly to stave off mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . +1 1428158 1428275 About 25 countries have signed in the past four months , and about half of those have been signed in the past few weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . +1 3271547 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilisation , " Powell said , according to the text of prepared remarks seen by Reuters . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . +0 1598660 1598725 The conflict centers on a proposal to change a French unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . France has a unique unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . +1 2829194 2829229 The two are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . +1 1982137 1982082 Hormone replacement therapy that combines estrogen and progestin doubles a woman 's risk of breast cancer , a British study of more than a million women has found . A major British study has added to the evidence that hormone replacement therapy increases the risk of breast cancer , especially when women receive a combination of estrogen and progestin . +1 1277321 1277116 " I will pass on to him [ Mr. Cheney ] that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy , " Mr. Klein said Sunday . " I will pass on to him that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy . " +1 2723203 2723167 " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self interest through cooperation with others . " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self-interest through cooperation with others , ' said Mr Goh . +1 1982755 1982770 Adolescent specialist Dr Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated eight-year-old children with anorexia - and that he had once treated a four-year-old boy . Adolescent specialist Dr. Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated 8-year-old children with anorexia _ and that he had once treated a 4-year-old boy . +1 1775223 1775268 " It 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as years past , " Armstrong said at a news conference . " I think it 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as I have in years past . +1 841177 841437 All those infected had recent close contact with prairie dogs . One of those infected reported having recent contact with exotic animals there . +1 3133255 3133543 At a news conference on Staten Island , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf announced she would be taking over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . On Friday , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf said she would take over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . +1 1984282 1984259 " When I talked to him last time , did I think that was the end-all - one conversation with somebody ? When I talked to him last time , did I think it was the end-all ? +1 2332399 2332291 Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida Friday , bringing powerful storms which further tested already-swollen lakes and rivers . Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida on Friday , pushing heavy rains into areas where lakes and rivers were full to overflowing . +1 533680 533673 The case had consolidated numerous class action suits filed against Rambus in 2001 . The case consolidated multiple purported class actions filed in 2001 . +1 3035916 3035786 He added that we are " not going to make progress if we don 't broaden the tent . " He added Democrats are not going to make progress if we dont broaden the tent . +1 2074182 2074668 Gibson said last month in a press statement that " neither I nor my film are anti-Semitic . Gibson said in a June statement that he and his film are not anti-Semitic . +1 316018 315837 The MTA had argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated at different times ranged from less than $ 1 billion to $ 2.8 billion . The MTA argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated , at different times , to be $ 952 million or $ 2.8 billion . +0 2758265 2758282 The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies , and set out to make it easier for them to apply the updates . The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies trying to apply them . +0 1733129 1733137 By 2040 , the county 's population is expected to be 985,066 , compared to the 2000 population of 860,454 . Through 2040 , Indiana 's population is expected to increase by about 19 percent , to more than 7.2 million people . +1 1958079 1958143 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . +1 544217 544325 The vote came just two days after Kurds swept City Council elections , taking the largest single block of votes on the 30-seat council . The vote for mayor followed City Council elections that gave Kurds the largest block of votes on the 30-seat council . +1 1803911 1803964 Dolores Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs , Colo . , is someone who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . Dolores E. Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs is just the type of person who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . +0 2768381 2768348 Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , whose country holds the rotating EU presidency , said he was prepared to call another meeting of leaders next month . Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , chairing the summit , said he was prepared to call an extra informal meeting of leaders next month on the constitution if necessary . +0 1595057 1595083 But Islamic Jihad 's main leadership in the Gaza Strip disowned the bombing , saying the group was still committed to the ceasefire . The group 's leadership in Gaza insisted on Tuesday that it was still committed to the ceasefire . +0 377195 377203 Cox said state police would still help his office in the investigation , but Sturdivant would not be involved . On Friday , authorities had said the state police would head the investigation . +1 3326084 3325993 The skull is then punctured , the brain suctioned out , and that causes the skull to collapse so it can be removed from the birth canal . The skull is then punctured and the brain suctioned out , causing the skull to collapse and easing passage through the birth canal . +1 2764143 2764068 " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing yellow knit panties - with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , " Mackey hammered triumphantly . " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing panties with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , correct ? " +0 886548 886727 Shinseki retires Wednesday after a 38-year career that included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . Shinseki 's career included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . +1 1256514 1256639 Tornadoes , up to a foot of rain and hail as big as cantaloupes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing one man and destroying at least four homes . Up to a foot of rain and at least seven tornadoes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing a man and destroying at least four homes . +1 2385288 2385256 Large swells and dangerous surf already were being felt along sections of the coast . Already large swells and dangerous surf have arrived along the mid-Atlantic . +1 1066675 1066696 He said : " I fear on this occasion what happened was those bits of the alphabet which supported the case were selected . " I fear on this occasion what happened is that those bits of the alphabet that supported the case were selected , " he said . +1 2630546 2630578 Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . AA.N to report earnings after the close . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . +1 919973 919939 Duisenberg said in an interview with Bloomberg News ' German television channel released earlier on Wednesday it was too early to discuss further interest rate cuts for the euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . +0 261466 261502 The total number of new cases in China was fewer than 100 for the third day in a row . On Monday , the number of SARS cases in China passed 5,000 , hitting a total of 5,013 . +1 34763 34897 Det Chief Insp Norman McKinlay said there was " evidence a body or bodies have been in this area " . Detective Chief Inspector Norman McKinlay , leading the investigation , said : " There is evidence a body or bodies have been in this area . +0 2169156 2169356 Rosenthal declined comment on the Garrett situation Tuesday but said in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . The show 's creator and executive producer , Phil Rosenthal , quipped in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . +1 2631020 2631063 FCC Chairman Michael Powell said in a statement that the ruling would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " +0 2146802 2146689 Police official S.K. Tonapi told Reuters at least 40 people had been killed and more than 100 wounded . State interior ministry spokesman Vasant Pitke told Reuters that at least 42 people had been killed and 112 injured . +1 782069 782287 It marked the fourth straight week and the ninth time this year that rates on this benchmark mortgage fell to an all-time weekly low . Mortgage rates around the country fell again this week , the ninth time this year rates have hit an all-time low . +0 598413 598370 I 've still got a fighting chance , though , " Hewitt said after battling to overcome Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . " I 'm still not red-hot favourite , " Hewitt said after battling to down Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . +1 2949404 2949439 Harris and Klebold killed 12 students and a teacher before taking their own lives on April 20 , 1999 . Harris and Klebold killed 12 students , a teacher and themselves at the school . +0 627204 627159 He also reaffirmed his wish to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis peacefully . But the North Korean nuclear crisis has dominated his time in office . +1 1528194 1528085 Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people , ' ' he told the Associated Press . " Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people . " +0 1598385 1598301 " Everything was decided in advance , " said one of the men , Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived in Bangkok . " It was a total mockery of justice , a parody , " said Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived here . +0 2324708 2325028 Based on a separate survey of households , the unemployment rate fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . Labor Department analysts discounted a slight improvement in the national unemployment rate , which fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . +0 1091525 1091318 Likewise , the 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > slid 1-11 / 32 for a yield of 4.38 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . +1 222638 222492 The company is in the early stages of testing the drug for rheumatoid arthritis . The company is also testing its cancer drug Rituxan for use by rheumatoid arthritis patients . +1 3276666 3276656 R & D spending is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , as compared to the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . +1 684851 684559 Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack were in court to witness the proceedings , but few Balinese attended the trial . Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack sat in the front row of the court , but few Balinese attended the trial . +0 2242377 2242625 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slipped 16 / 32 in price , sending its yield to 4.48 percent from 4.42 percent late on Thursday . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . +1 1721054 1721069 The California Farm Bureau did not immediately return calls seeking comment . The California Farm Bureau did not immediately have an official response to Tuesday 's ruling . +1 1693475 1693420 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads opened tighter overall on Tuesday , but tobacco company bonds widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . U.S. corporate bond yield spreads ended mostly tighter amid slumping Treasuries on Tuesday , while bonds of tobacco firms widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . +0 339203 339611 That package included increases to both the city 's sales and income taxes . He also objects to the sales and personal income tax increases in the package . +1 1119244 1119355 Buyers can purchase a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for $ 298 , excluding taxes , the report said . Buyers can now choose a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for 12,390 baht ( US $ 298 ) , excluding taxes , the report said . +1 1655915 1655425 Not only is this the oldest known planet , it 's also the most distant . Astronomers have found the oldest and most distant planet known in the universe . +0 861289 861467 When asked where the weapons were , Rice said : ' ' This is a program that was built for concealment . " The fact is , this was a program that was built for concealment . +1 1513825 1513801 They have been identified by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office as Melena 's brother , Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del Angel Lozano , 34 . The Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office has identified the deceased passengers at the scene as Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del-Angel Lozano , 34 . +0 2182281 2182333 United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . NITED NATIONS , Aug. 26 International inspectors have found traces of highly enriched uranium at an Iranian facility , according to a new confidential report distributed today . +0 458141 458283 Nelson had received a technical foul with 2 : 46 to go in the first quarter . Nelson stared down referee Joey Crawford during a timeout with 2 : 46 left in the first quarter and San Antonio leading 26-16 . +1 956131 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , an increase over Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . +0 1617908 1617844 Shares of Coke closed New York Stock Exchange trading Thursday at $ 44.01 . In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . +1 1851443 1851377 Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . +1 1317734 1317762 Predictions ranged from 16 cents a share to 27 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . +1 2179199 2179139 Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of September , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . +0 2141865 2141906 A federal judge ruled that the monument violated the law and ordered it removed . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . +1 968648 968698 Sovereign 's shares lost 74 cents , or 4.5 % , to $ 15.68 . Sovereign shares closed on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 15.68 , down 74 cents , or 4.5 percent . +1 726532 726838 Other recommendations included a special counsel on oceans in the White House , creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to protect marine reserves . Other recommendations included the creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to fully protect marine reserves . +1 2139506 2139427 " We will work with the board to ensure a smooth transition . " He said federal regulators would work with the corporation to ensure a " smooth transition . " +1 69689 69610 During the fiscal second quarter , Cisco earned $ 991 million , or 14 cents a share , on sales of $ 4.7 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . +0 3031856 3031886 The appeals court hearing comes at a sensitive time for Microsoft . The appeals court has generally proved a favorable venue for Microsoft . +1 713976 713992 The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left behind their weakened companions . Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . +1 2965576 2965701 Gasps could be heard in the courtroom when the photo was displayed . Gasps could be heard as the photo was projected onto the screen . +1 2745024 2745055 Last month , it narrowed the range to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . +1 2167155 2167070 Sir Wilfred Thesiger , traveller , writer , and one of the last solitary explorers of a shrinking planet , has died aged 93 . Sir Wilfred Thesiger , writer , explorer and chronicler of the world 's vanishing ways of life , has died at age 93 . +1 899424 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the I.S.D. that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the statement said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . +1 1349834 1349741 An amendment by Rep. Ellen Tauscher of California to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . Her proposal to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . +1 1692076 1692027 Intel updated investors midway through the quarter and said business was proceeding exactly as planned . Intel said midway through its quarter , which ended in June , that business was exactly as expected . +1 1761554 1761455 " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber in to the U.S. market , " Rusty Wood , chairman of the coalition , said in a release . " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber into the U.S. market , " said Rusty Wood , chairman of the Coalition for Fair Lumber Imports . +1 1614277 1614170 " No data exists to indicate that the situation with repair stations poses a safety concern . " However , FAA spokeswoman Kathleen Bergen said no data indicate that the situation poses safety problems . +1 2566958 2567329 Doctors have advised that the boy get chemotherapy , but Daren and Barbara Jensen have refused , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . Daren and Barbara Jensen refused to heed doctors ' recommendation of chemotherapy , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . +1 2151806 2151276 IAAF council member Jose Maria Odriozola said Drummond should be excluded from the championships . " I have proposed to the [ IAAF ] council that Drummond be excluded from the championships . " +0 672288 672347 Combined , the companies will have about $ 2.8 billion in annual revenues , 13,000 employees and more than 11,000 customers in 150 countries . The deal creates a company with about $ 2.8bn in annual revenues with 13,000 employees and 11,000 customers . +1 3050971 3051204 As a teen , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy , nearly killing him , for no apparent reason . He also told investigators that when he was in his mid-teens , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy for no apparent reason . +1 725121 725587 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts leaked yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents . " +1 2324709 2325029 Labor Department analysts think the payroll statistics from the survey of businesses provide a more accurate picture of the economy because the survey figures are based on a larger sample . The analysts said they believe the payroll statistics provide a more accurate picture of the economy because they are based on a larger sample . +0 2040232 2039692 Only 66 years old , Brooks was killed on Monday , Aug. 11 , 2003 in an automobile accident in his native Minnesota . When Brooks was killed in an automobile accident Monday in Minnesota , Taylor lost a good friend . +0 1912532 1912656 Prince is replacing Sanford " Sandy " Weill , who will remain Citigroup 's chairman . Prince , who heads Citigroup 's global corporate and investment bank , is replacing Sanford Weill as CEO . +1 2931098 2931144 Gilead had earnings of $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , compared with $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , in the year-ago quarter . Quarterly profit climbed to $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , from $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , a year earlier , the company said . +1 445422 445299 Mohcine Douali , who lives in the centre of Algiers , said : " It was a great shock . " It was a great shock , " said Mohcine Douali , who lives in central Algiers . +0 67955 67994 " But the First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court . " The First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court in Madigan v. Telemarketing Associates , No. 01-1806 . +1 2733813 2733802 Whether it works out , timewise , that I can march with all four ... we 'll see what happens , " he said . Whether it works out timewise with all four , I don 't know but we will see what happens . " +1 3033679 3033652 " The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying ( a rate rise ) that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds , " Mr Macfarlane said . The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying a tightening of policy that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds . " +1 1163538 1163992 But while the prime minister 's trial judders to a halt , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . While he is now spared that threat , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . +0 114464 114645 Cubs manager Dusty Baker sees his slugger struggling . " Tonight he was an offensive catcher , " Cubs manager Dusty Baker said . +1 2438109 2437946 Since it was launched , the SiteFinder service has come under increasing criticism from users and analysts who say that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . Since it was launched Monday , the SiteFinder service has drawn widespread criticism from Internet users who complain that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . +1 1730708 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot June 25 . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . +0 3022381 3022308 Without comment , the court declined to hear suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore 's appeals . The defeat for suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore was expected . +0 644788 644816 " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention to win , " Woods said . " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention , " Woods said , referring to his 42 on the front nine Saturday . +1 1039676 1039623 Former chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . +0 342112 342381 The Modesto Bee and NBC were notified their calls had been intercepted , Goold said . Journalists were not the only people notified that their phone calls had been intercepted . +1 3090804 3090985 My view is these al-Qaeda terrorists - and I believe it was al-Qaeda - would prefer to have many such events . " " My view is that these Al Qaeda terrorists -- and I believe it was Al Qaeda -- would prefer to have many such events . " +0 1600352 1600447 Steverson said Williams was known as a racist who did not like Blacks . Steverson said Williams , who was white , was a racist . +0 2587656 2587753 Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad today after demonstrators stormed a police station demanding they be given jobs they claimed to have paid bribes for . Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad Wednesday after demonstrators demanding jobs stormed a police station and threw stones at officers , police said . +1 3395489 3395451 The court 's 1992 decision reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . In a 1992 case , the Supreme Court reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice , but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . +1 1089349 1089335 The latest quarter 's profit was a penny above of the average estimate as compiled by Thomson First Call . The earnings beat by a penny the consensus estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +1 556146 556044 More than 60 percent of the company 's 1,000 employees were killed in the attack . More than 60 per cent of its 1,000 employees at the time were killed . +1 1263434 1263562 Only two bidders of the six have expressed interest in the whole pie - oil tycoon Marvin Davis and Seagram heir Edgar Bronfman Jr . Only two of the bidders have so far expressed interest in buying all the assets -- Davis and Bronfman . +1 312323 312507 Bush also said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not make a determination on the bill for a few more weeks . Bush said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not decide the bill 's fate for a few more weeks . +0 1911604 1911550 Variable annuity sales were $ 4.2 billion , 82 percent higher than a year ago . Variable annuity sales surged 82 percent to $ 4.2 billion . +0 2859089 2859061 But U.S. administration officials moved to talk down Snow 's impact on currencies , saying his comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . U.S. administration officials said Snow 's rate comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . +1 1042499 1042394 However , one subset of women — those on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy — appeared to show improvement in survival . However , one subset of patients , women on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy , " appeared to show a favorable trend to improvement in survival . " +1 3149040 3149074 Intel ’ s Xeon surpassed HP ’ s PA-RISC to become the most often used processor , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . Intel 's Xeon surpassed HP 's PA-RISC to become the processor most often used , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . +0 130087 129778 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index lost the most ground , falling 16.95 points to 1,506,76 . The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . +1 2309397 2309420 " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " Coke spokeswoman Sonya Soutus said . " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " said Coke spokesman Ben Deutsch . +0 490018 490064 UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . It fell 0.5 percent after UBS downgraded it to " neutral " from " buy , " citing valuation . +1 2898540 2898554 A postal distribution center where four anthrax-laced letters passed through two years ago was fumigated with chlorine dioxide gas as crews wound up the decontamination process this weekend . Workers cleaning up a postal distribution center where four letters laced with anthrax had passed through two years ago planned to complete the fumigation operation early Sunday . +1 98417 98647 The American military 's task is to provide the security in the meantime . The U.S. military 's task , in this period , is to provide security . +1 1265264 1265297 The A920 comes with a printer , scanner , and copier for $ 89 . Dell 's Personal All-in-One A920 is an entry-level device that combines printer , scanner and copier functions for $ 89 . +0 2565371 2565170 The FTC has asked the court to suspend its decision while the agency appeals . U.S. District Judge Edward W. Nottingham in Denver denied an FTC request to suspend his decision while the agency appeals . +1 2933884 2933714 Officials said the data will be used to verify whether they had stayed beyond their authorized time . Officials said data will be used to verify whether travelers have exceeded their authorized stay . +1 1357528 1357493 A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion has seen about $ 19 billion of bids , investors said . A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion from GM drew about $ 21 billion of bids , an analyst looking at the deal said . +1 190933 191164 Even after he turned 94 , Lacy worked to change baseball . Even into his 90s , Lacy worked to change the game of baseball . +0 1010039 1010063 Dayton finished 24-6 last season , won the Atlantic-10 Conference championship and was a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament . That season , the Rams finished the regular season ranked 11th and were a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tournament . +1 1048004 1047810 It would not affect economic damages such as lost wages or hospital bills . Economic damages , such as lost wages or medical costs , wouldn 't be capped under Bush 's plan . +0 2211287 2211175 Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said he would fight any extension of the cable 's use . Meanwhile , the Connecticut attorney general , Richard Blumenthal , said he was considering legal action against Mr. Abraham 's order . +1 315649 315780 Schneiderman said this fare price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial condition as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more to ride in a recession . Schneiderman said the price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial status as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more at the turnstile in a recession . +0 1091268 1091301 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . +1 17155 17292 The two countries agreed last week to hold their first diplomatic discussions in two years . Last week , India and Pakistan said they would hold their first diplomatic talks in two years . +1 795914 795981 The proposal also may help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a takeover from Indianapoils-based shopping mall operator Simon Property Group Inc . The legislation , approved 12-3 by the House Commerce Committee , may allow Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. to fend off a takeover attempt by Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group Inc . +0 1913559 1913486 Shares of Coke were up 6 cents at $ 44.42 in afternoon trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Coke were down 26 cents to close at $ 44.10 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1852180 1852065 Wall Street analysts expect 2004 revenue of $ 28.15 billion . Analysts ' average forecast was $ 4.02 per share on revenue of $ 25.56 billion . +0 2551891 2551563 The poll had a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points . It had a margin of sampling error of plus or minus four percentage points and was conducted Thursday through Saturday . +1 55562 55529 Last year , the board raised rents by 2 percent on one-year renewals , 4 percent on two-year leases . For lofts , the board proposed increases of 4 percent for one-year leases and 7 percent for two-year renewals . +0 969654 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +1 2114433 2114474 South Africa has the world 's highest caseload with 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS . With 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS , South Africa has the world 's highest AIDS caseload . +1 1015381 1015417 Cordiant has been on the block since it lost the key Allied Domecq account in April . Cordiant has been a target since it lost a crucial client , Allied Domeq , in April . +1 1759675 1759745 " The investigation appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition , " Activision said in an SEC filing . According to the company filings , the investigation " appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition . " +0 987739 987595 Justice Clarence Thomas , joined by fellow conservative Justice Antonin Scalia , dissented . Justice Antonin Scalia , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Clarence Thomas dissented from the ruling . +1 1629017 1629043 A Stage One alert is declared when ozone readings exceed 0.20 parts per million during a one-hour period . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . +0 332392 332566 The department told airlines " the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent . Britain 's Department for Transport said ' ' the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent , ' ' and suspended flights after 6 p.m. EDT . +0 3376232 3376340 Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . The American Soldier was first selected as Times Person of the Year during the Korean War in 1950 . +1 3214345 3214707 As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty for convictions . +1 2641934 2641989 The anguish was detectable in the voices of those of Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak on Monday . The anguish could be heard in the voices of Mr Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak . +0 1856399 1856531 Graham , a presidential candidate , was criticized by several Republicans as ' ' politicizing ' ' the report . Graham , who co-chaired the inquiry , is a presidential candidate . +1 1089053 1089297 Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's suggestion too drastic . Sen. Patrick Leahy , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's idea too drastic a remedy to be considered . +1 2211403 2211344 " Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " Jon Sohn of Friends of the Earth said after the panel 's vote . " Two Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " said Jon Sohn , international campaigner for Friends of the Earth . +1 3435735 3435717 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > eased 0.37 of a point , or 0.03 percent , at 1,121 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > slipped 0.26 point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,121.96 . +1 1634467 1634519 Malaysia has launched an aggressive media campaign over its water dispute with Singapore . MALAYSIA will launch a publicity campaign in local newspapers today giving its version of the water dispute with Singapore . +1 459278 459103 The Cavaliers won the right Thursday to select James in the June 26 draft . The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . +1 403034 402965 Two Atlanta companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines Inc. and the Home Depot -- were mentioned as having excessive pay packages for its CEOs . Two Atlanta-based companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines and Home Depot -- were also mentioned by witnesses as having excessive pay packages for CEOs . +1 2394676 2394690 The Republic of Korea was found to lead the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . Not surprisingly , broadband nation Korea leads the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . +1 3145286 3145540 Mr Blair admitted in a newspaper article Mr Bush ’ s critics were “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . The Prime Minister today admitted that critics are “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . +1 2405187 2405072 Intel Corp. unveiled Wednesday its next generation processor for cellular phones , personal digital assistants and other wireless devices . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . +1 2950526 2950562 Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos of Los Angeles , was quick to swipe at the testing procedure . Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos , of Los Angeles , has contested the DNA evidence , saying it is unreliable . +0 2222971 2223124 The venture owns five oil refineries and more than 2,100 filling stations in Russia and Ukraine . TNK-BP has six oil producing units , five refineries and 2,100 filling stations . +1 2768316 2768361 The Belgian probe centred on allegations that certain cereals firms were tipped off about prices two hours before they were officially available . He said the allegations were that certain cereals companies were tipped off to grain prices two hours before they were officially available . +1 1895132 1895009 They said they also seized several items which might be linked to ritual killing , including an animal 's skull with a nail driven through it . Among the evidence seized by detectives was an animal skull with a nail driven through its head , which may have been used in a " black magic " ceremony . +0 2326659 2326678 It features a 4K color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sound with exchangeable Style-Up front panels . The Z200 features a color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sounds . +1 173604 173725 Dealers said the yen was also undermined by falling Japanese interest rates . Dealers said the dollar also drew some support due to falling Japanese interest rates . +1 347375 347270 The World Health Organization and the United States Centers for Disease Control sent down a team to look into it . The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States have sent a team to investigate . +0 50553 50517 Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . Both are in the cocoa-growing west of the world 's top producer in a region where fighting is complicated by the presence of Liberians on both sides . +0 2124306 2124457 The Globe reported that Smiledge hasn 't spoken with his son , Joseph Druce , in eight years . Smiledge said he hasn 't spoken with his son in eight years and wants nothing to do with him . +1 941976 941612 SMILING bomber Amrozi was inspired to launch an attack on Bali after his former Australian boss revealed the tourist island was a haven for sinful behaviour by westerners . BALI bomber Amrozi claims he was inspired to launch an attack on the tourist island after his Australian boss revealed Bali was a haven for sinful behaviour of Westerners . +1 2269545 2269531 Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass-produced , lowering the price per valve from 15 cents to 2 1 / 2 cents . Mr. Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass produced , lowering the price per valve , to 2 1 / 2 cents from 15 cents . +1 160051 159941 Russia , along with France , China and others , advocate a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . +1 2942566 2942638 SCC argued that Lexmark was trying to shield itself from competition by installing a chip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . The company also argued that Lexmark was trying to squash competition by installing a microchip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . +1 2816542 2816716 On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman member of the men 's swim team jumped from the same 10th-floor ledge . On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman from Dayton , Ohio , climbed over the same 10th-floor ledge and plunged to his death . +1 1887674 1887615 The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be completed by year 's end . The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be complete during the final calendar quarter of 2003 . +1 3246221 3246174 Yesterday , two Japanese diplomats were killed in an apparent ambush near Tikrit , 175 kilometres north of the capital . Two Japanese diplomats were also killed in an ambush near Tikrit , according to the Japanese Foreign Ministry . +1 1750716 1750740 " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Sadr said in a fiery sermon at Koufa mosque near Najaf . +1 1812704 1813027 " These are violent surgeries and I wanted to convey that , " Murphy says . I mean , these are violent surgeries , and I wanted to properly convey that . " +1 3395447 3395484 Under the 1973 Roe vs. Wade ruling , before a fetus could live outside the womb , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician . Under the original Roe v. Wade ruling , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician before a fetus could live outside the womb . +0 2424444 2424265 Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring down the NYSE 's 27-member board , changing its composition and making it more accountable . Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring the NYSE 's 27-member board and allotting more seats to investors outside the securities industry . +1 2622070 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . +1 1315347 1315545 " I think we made some mistakes with this exam , and it 's up to us to identify and correct them , " Mills said . Mills yesterday admitted , " We made some mistakes with this exam and it 's up to us to identify and correct them . +0 1790075 1790177 The Recording Industry Association of America says it plans to sue the song traders next month . That is , if the Recording Industry Association of America has anything to say about it . +1 1841375 1841180 And if estimates hold , it will mark the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . It is also the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . +0 2828900 2829044 " But that does not clear them of the obligation to do everything possible to protect civilians , and that is not what we 're seeing . " " But that does not clear them of the responsibility to do everything possible to minimize civilian harm . " +1 163189 163240 A total of 17 cases have been confirmed in the southern city of Basra , the Organization said . A total of 17 confirmed cases of cholera were reported yesterday by the World Health Organisation in the southern Iraqi city of Basra . +1 433021 432984 There is no transcript the courtroom session in Tarrytown , 12 miles north of New York on the Hudson River . There was no transcript of Thursday 's courtroom session in Tarrytown , which is 12 miles north of New York City on the Hudson River . +0 3280073 3280092 One of the latest shootings was at a car on Sunday on I-270 , Franklin County sheriff 's Chief Deputy Steve Martin said . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . +1 2769819 2769671 " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " he said during a press briefing at the hospital . " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " said Goodrich , also director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Children 's Hospital at Montefiore . +0 890153 890030 Egyptologists cast doubt Tuesday on an expedition 's claim that it may have found the mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the best-known ancient Egyptians . Egyptologists think they may have identified the long-sought mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the ancient world 's legendary beauties . +0 1954 2142 Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday , joining a growing number of cities around the country . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . +1 1018730 1018788 IBM stock rose $ 1.75 , to $ 84.50 , on the New York Stock Exchange . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 3400796 3400822 That is evident from their failure , three times in a row , to get a big enough turnout to elect a president . Three times in a row , they failed to get a big _ enough turnout to elect a president . +1 881726 882002 He was arrested less than two kilometres from where he allegedly kidnapped her after brutally beating her mother and brother . He was arrested less than 1km from where he allegedly kidnapped Jennette Tamayo after beating her mother and brother . +1 813444 813256 His election was hailed in some quarters as a breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned in others as a violation of God 's word . Robinson 's election was hailed in some quarters as a major breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned by others as a " rebellion against God 's created order . " +1 3416800 3416661 Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply on the tribe 's sales activities . Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply to any tribal activity . +1 578547 577866 Wyeth estimates that 1.2 million women continue to take Prempro pills , down from about 3.4 million before the study was halted last summer . Wyeth estimates that 1,2 million women are still taking Prempro pills , down from about 3,4 million before the WHI study was halted last year . +0 308890 308787 But he said he had Dr Hollingworth 's legal advice that he had been denied natural justice by the church inquiry . Senator Brandis backed Dr Hollingworth 's claims he had been denied natural justice by the Anglican Church inquiry into the claims against him . +1 3127660 3127435 Come tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . +0 1417843 1418003 Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks , and police suspect he was killed in the Waco area . Authorities and Baylor officials say Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks . +1 368063 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust in the limelight following government programmes to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . +1 1953540 1953355 " If these loss reductions continue as expected , further rate reductions should be ordered . " If those loss reductions continue , further rate reductions should be ordered , Bordelon said . +1 1455002 1455078 President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 nations from these sanctions because they had signed but not yet ratified the immunity agreement . President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 countries because they had signed but not yet ratified immunity agreements . +1 953482 953745 Shares of AT & T climbed 4.4 percent or 90 cents to $ 21.40 , adding to the previous day 's gain of 6 percent . Shares of AT & T climbed 4 percent , adding to the previous day 's 6 percent rise . +1 1730037 1729778 AMD reported a net loss of $ 140 million for the quarter ended June 29 , on sales of $ 645 million . In the first quarter of 2003 , AMD reported a net loss of $ 146 million , or 42 cents per share , on sales of $ 715 million . +1 2857171 2857458 " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , the Pew researcher who wrote the report . " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , senior research fellow with the Pew project . +0 490486 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 179.97 points , or 2.09 percent , to 8,781.35 , ending at its highest level since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . +1 727268 727328 And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden , the missing leader of the al-Qaida terrorist network , is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . +1 1220668 1220801 We firmly believe we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' as the name of our network . " We firmly believe that we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' to name our network . +1 3062259 3062441 In a major setback to consumers , a federal judge granted the government 's request Thursday to shut down a company that helps customers buy cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . A federal judge Thursday granted a request by the Food and Drug Administration to shut down Rx Depot , a popular Internet company that sells cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . +0 2055507 2055516 Anyone with information on Lopez can call O 'Shea at 561-688-4068 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-8477 . Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Kevin Umphrey at 688-4163 or Crime Stoppers at ( 800 ) 458-8477 . +1 1515072 1515036 The panels picture the towers standing tall and outline their history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction on Sept . 11 , 2001 . The panels outline the twin towers ' history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction by terrorists on Sept . 11 , 2001 . +1 2587376 2587143 Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the Gypsy tradition of arranged child weddings . Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the tradition of arranged child weddings among Roma , as Gypsies are also known . +0 14509 14515 The Institute for Supply Management 's index of nonmanufacturing activity rose unexpectedly in April , reports said . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . +1 1048616 1048751 The two rugged counties got 2 to 3 inches of rain between midnight and noon . The weather service estimated that between two and three inches of rain hit Kanawha and Nicholas counties between midnight and noon Monday . +0 3094769 3094801 Although obesity can increase the risk of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol . Although obesity can increase the risk of a host of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol , which are not considered diseases . +1 3030254 3030287 Intel plans to present a paper on its findings today at a conference in Japan . The breakthrough technology was presented by Intel scientists at a conference in Japan . +0 845113 845201 Foreigners board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia , on Monday . French troops defend a group of foreigners as they board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia . +1 158719 159051 A statement released by DEI said Green would begin driving the car on an interim basis beginning next week in the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway . It was announced that Green will replace Park in the Dale Earnhardt Inc . No. 1 Chevrolet , beginning with the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway next week . +0 67938 67983 The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed the case . The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . +1 228857 228818 Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will get the valuable Thursday 9 : 30 p.m. time slot . Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will couple with Friends on Thursdays . +0 1721439 1721590 It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . For the third time in four years wildfires closed Mesa Verde National Park , the country ’ s only park dedicated to ancient ruins . +1 790082 790100 Disney has repeatedly said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them maintained . Disney spokeswoman Rena Callahan said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the only reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them kept in place . +1 1889954 1889847 Sources who knew of the bidding said last week that cable TV company Comcast Corp. was also looking at VUE . Late last week , sources told Reuters cable TV company Comcast Corp. CMCSA.O also was looking at buying VUE assets . +0 3394860 3394670 The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Manzon , was believed to be among the nine missing - some of them children . The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Monzon , was believed to be among the missing , who are presumed dead . +1 3053580 3053552 On Wednesday , the total of National Guard and Reserve members called to active duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . As of yesterday , the total number of National Guard and Reserve troops called to duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . +1 1570961 1570936 The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . Schering-Plough shares fell 3.8 percent , or 72 cents , to close at $ 18.34 in trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1921373 1921407 But at age 15 , she 'd reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . +1 763491 763433 " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . " Of course , I want to win again , but it is worse when you have never won because you are anxious , " he said . +1 161959 161850 E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications _ even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . +1 3372169 3372093 The fawn , named after Dr Duane Kraemer , one of the researchers , was born a few months ago . The fawn , named for university researcher Duane Kraemer , turns 7 months old today . +1 1351951 1352045 Canadian researchers ordered the slaughter of more than 2,000 cows and conducted an extensive investigation but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . Canadian investigators slaughtered more than 2,000 cows but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . +1 315785 315653 But MTA officials appropriated the money to the 2003 and 2004 budgets without notifying riders or even the MTA board members considering the 50-cent hike , Hevesi found . MTA officials appropriated the surplus money to later years ' budgets without notifying riders or the MTA board members when the 50-cent hike was being considered , he said . +1 283128 283117 The measures could be taken up by the full Senate as early as Friday . Ratliff said he hopes to bring the two measures to the full Senate by Friday . +0 949774 949346 Toronto yesterday had 64 probable cases of SARS and nine suspect cases . As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . +1 1019061 1018963 Shares of Pleasanton-based PeopleSoft rose 4 cents , to $ 16.96 , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . PeopleSoft shares were up 4 cents at $ 16.96 in late morning trade on the Nasdaq . +0 555528 555584 Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . +1 1371056 1370928 In terms of a free trade area , we 've got a long , long way to go and the Pakistanis understand that . As for a free trade area , the official stressed that weve got a long , long way to go , and the Pakistanis understand that . +0 821367 821695 Whoever is selected will report directly to Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection . The NCSD has about 60 employees , Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection , said at a briefing today . +1 813240 813525 But Mr Robinson urged the voters to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to the believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today " . But he urged the delegates who elected him to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today . " +1 2001330 2001668 The technology-loaded Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC added 0.35 of a point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,662 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.48 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,661.51 , based on the latest available figures . +1 2454236 2454061 " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , a senior vice president with the utility . " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , senior vice president of operations at Dominion Virginia Power . +1 2301818 2302005 " I am listening to the same things I listened to 17 years ago , " Hollings said . Im hearing the same things I listened to 17 years ago . +0 2628364 2628772 Heatley was sixth in the league in goals last season with 41 and ninth in points with 89 . Heatley led Atlanta in scoring last season with a team-record 41 goals and 48 assists . +1 2138293 2138525 The cables can be engorged with far more power , and it can be turned on and off like a water spigot , making billing more accurate , Taub said . The cables can carry far more power , and can be turned on and off like water spigots , making billing more accurate , Taub said . +1 2694852 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . +1 1239045 1239030 One of the most well studied facets of temperament is how people respond to novelty . One of the defining and well-studied characteristics of temperament is how people react to novelty . +0 1773875 1773829 July 18 : Hurlbert files a single count of felony sexual assault against Bryant . Bryant , 24 , has been charged with felony sexual assault . +1 1610363 1610417 Mr Koizumi rebuked Mr Konoike , saying his remarks were " inappropriate " . Koizumi told reporters at his office that Konoike 's remarks were " inappropriate . " +1 1803771 1803716 The CBO analysis of the Senate package said an amendment sponsored by Sen. Maria Cantwell , D-Wash . , accounted for $ 40 billion of the total cost . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . +0 1521034 1520582 White , who had suffered kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center around 9 : 30 a.m. , said manager Ned Shankman . White , who had kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , had been undergoing dialysis and had been hospitalized since a September stroke . +1 2761139 2761113 In July , EMC agreed to acquire Legato Systems ( Nasdaq : LGTO ) for about $ 1.2 billion . In July , the Hopkinton , Mass . , company agreed to buy Legato Systems of Mountain View for $ 1.3 billion . +1 2510517 2510450 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined 6.11 , or 0.6 per cent , to 1003.27 , having shed 19.67 in the previous session . The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined by 4.39 , or 0.4 percent , to 998.88 , after losing 6.11 on Thursday . +1 2576454 2576555 The Nasdaq fell about 1.3 % for the month , snapping a seven-month winning streak . The Nasdaq is down roughly 0.4 percent for the month , on track to snap a 7-month streak of gains . +1 1569832 1569899 Shares of Cellegy were down $ 2.04 , or 39 % , to $ 3.18 in midday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Cellegy plunged $ 1.99 to $ 3.23 Monday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +0 3093463 3093383 Fifty-seven percent were Hispanic , 10 % were Asian , 7 % were Black , 16 % were Caucasian , and 10 % were of other ethnicity . Haskell said 57 percent were Hispanic , 10 percent Asian , 7 percent black and 16 percent white . +1 2904023 2904060 This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " he told reporters . This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " +1 1546659 1546715 Matthew Lovett , 18 , who just graduated from Collingswood High School , was among those arrested . Matthew Lovett , 18 , of Oaklyn , N.J. , was among those arrested . +1 2083598 2083810 About 10 percent of high school and 16 percent of elementary students must be proficient at math . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . +0 2081805 2081712 The Securities and Exchange Commission has also initiated an informal probe of Coke . That federal investigation is separate from an informal inquiry by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +1 1691524 1691465 That compares with earnings of $ 446 million , or 7 cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.3 billion in the same period a year ago . That compares with a profit of $ 446 million , or seven cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.32 billion in the same period last year . +1 1106212 1106299 President Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . +0 2965698 2965467 Ebert asked Franklin , pointing to a color photo of Linda Franklin on a projection screen . A photo of Linda Franklin 's bloodied body was shown on a large screen in the courtroom yesterday . +0 174701 174280 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . +1 1626913 1627111 Republican officials said the advertising buy was proof that Democrats are panicking that they were losing their stature on Medicare . Republican officials said the advertisements were proof that Democrats were panicking about losing their stature on Medicare . +1 167084 166941 Moore was expected to be discharged from the hospital Thursday or Friday , according to Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . The English star was expected to be discharged from the hospital soon , said Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . +1 1913621 1913715 The merged company will keep the Interwoven name and be headquartered in Sunnyvale . The new company will be named Interwoven and will be headquartered in Sunnyvale . +1 2661772 2661838 Apple has also built a new VPN ( define ) server into Panther Server that supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . A new VPN server built into Panther Server supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . +0 184604 184749 I never organised a youth camp for the diocese of Bendigo . I never attended a youth camp organised by that diocese . " +1 213274 213017 Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Sen. Ben Nelson ( D-Neb . ) has become their top lobbying target on the tax cut package . Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Senator Ben Nelson , Democrat of Nebraska , has become their top lobbying target on the tax-cut package . +1 1910610 1910455 The legal ruling follows three days of intense speculation Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . The legal ruling follows three days of wild volatility in RIM 's stock over speculation that PC giant Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . +0 903431 903485 He had performed outside Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the US last year and in Brazil , South Africa and several European countries . He had performed outside of Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the United States last year . +1 1703442 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . +0 953477 953744 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX fell 3 points , or 0.30 percent , to 995 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . +1 3113791 3113782 The European Commission , the EU 's antitrust enforcer , is expected to issue its decision next spring — unless a settlement is reached . The European Commission is expected to issue its decision in the case next spring — unless a settlement is reached . +1 860025 859375 Since Perkins ' arrival at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , UConn has fielded six national championship teams in three sports - men 's and women 's basketball and men 's soccer . Since Perkins arrived at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , the Huskies have fielded six national championship teams in three sports -- men 's basketball , women 's basketball and men 's soccer . +1 3214517 3214483 " So Sebastian did his best to convincingly confess to a crime that he didn 't commit in order to survive , " she told jurors . " Sebastian did his best to confess convincingly to a crime he didn 't do in order to survive , " Ms. Richardson declared . +0 2083612 2083810 Twenty percent of Latino students and 23 percent of black students performed at proficient or higher . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . +0 3045253 3045400 But the signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer those copies to the Internet and make them available to potentially millions of others . FCC officials said the embedded electronic signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer copies to the Internet . +1 1362859 1363247 Although Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers said they had no evidence that other brands were safer . Athough Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers say they have no evidence that other brands are safer . +0 123110 123217 The dead woman was also wearing a ring and a Cartier watch . " It 's a blond-haired woman wearing a Cartier watch on her wrist , " the source said . +0 3016169 3016111 Novell is acquiring SuSe Linux in a $ 210 million cash deal subject to regulatory approval . Linux company SuSE was today acquired by Novell in a $ 210 million all-cash deal . +1 1784440 1784557 Almihdhar and Alhazmi were aboard American Airlines Flight 77 , which crashed into the Pentagon . Both have been identified as some of the hijackers who flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon . +0 1922314 1922508 Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , asked the jurors to " give her a fair shake . Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , said she is undereducated and has some mental problems herself . +1 545927 545816 Another soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad , a military statement said Tuesday . Also Monday , one soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad . +1 1881955 1882013 Dennehy 's family reported him missing June 19 , seven days after he was last seen on campus . Dennehy ’ s family reported him missing June 19 , about a week after he was last seen on the Baylor campus in Waco . +1 3173215 3173227 The WWF also thinks a further 13,000 animals are being caught every year around the Straits of Gibraltar and in nearby areas . According to WWF , a further 13,000 individuals are estimated to be caught around the Straits of Gibraltar and in neighboring zones . +1 2980694 2980550 Malvo , 18 , goes on trial Nov. 10 in the death of Franklin . Malvo goes on trial next month in the death of an FBI analyst . +1 633383 633460 He had also said an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets Thursday , would be welcome . He had also said on the eve of Monday 's talks that an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets on Thursday , would be welcome . +1 3020237 3020203 Most of that - $ 51 billion - was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ 10 billion was for U.S. forces in Afghanistan . Most of that – $ US51 billion – was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ US10 billion was for US forces in Afghanistan . +1 847532 847653 Two of his cousins members of the Jordanian royal family have been mentioned as possible contenders to the throne . In addition , two of his cousins - members of the Jordanian royal family - have been mentioned as possible competition for the throne . +1 661390 661218 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta - including a blast at the 1996 Olympics - along with the bombing in Alabama . +1 1652149 1652120 A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the vehicle following the contestant car to record broken rules and track of the car 's time . A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the follow vehicle to record any broken rules and also keep track of the car 's time . +0 516793 516587 But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Martinez did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights in doing so . But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Mr Martinez as he screamed in pain did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights . +1 1269572 1269682 The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . They were remanded in custody and will appear in court again on July 8 . +1 1268573 1268483 The single currency dropped to 136.94 yen compared with its late U.S. level of 137.64 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . +1 2610710 2610781 A second Indonesian , Imam Samudra , the so-called " field commander " of the bombings , was sentenced to death last month . Imam Samudra , leader of the team that carried out the bombing , was sentenced to death last month . +1 221002 221083 Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . +0 238564 238426 Leung , who faces a maximum of 50 years in prison if convicted , also told the judge that she understood her constitutional rights . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . +1 1095780 1095652 " No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racing 's top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , " Wheeler said in a statement . No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racings top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , Wheeler said Tuesday . +1 106871 106899 " Californians understand that we have some real problems in the state and they want common-sense solutions , and recall isnt one of them , " Davis adviser Roger Salazar said . " Californians understand that we have some real problems ... and they want commonsense solutions , and recall isn 't one of them , " said Davis adviser Roger Salazar . +1 2095812 2095797 The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . Last week its American owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . +0 472950 472534 Mizuho 's ( JP : 8411 : news , chart , profile ) shares closed up 3,500 yen , or 4.8 percent , to 76,800 yen . Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) lost 2.6 percent to 444,000 yen . +0 2700675 2700735 A 64 year-old paedophile described by police as the " most prolific Internet groomer ever caught " has been jailed for five years . A PAEDOPHILE from Twickenham has been described by police as the most prolific ' internet groomer ' ever caught . +1 445757 445834 Sylvan Shalom , the Israeli Foreign Minister , said there was a possibility that Mr Bush “ will come to this area ” . Shalom said there was also a possibility that " the president will come to this area . " +0 2984177 2984223 " Now , the other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , " Street said to crowd laughter . " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . +1 2266078 2266151 Some 26.5 million shares changed hands , more than three times the daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . Some 11.8 million shares have changed hands , well above its daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . +1 3444018 3444050 He also said it is too early to know whether a second wave might occur later in the winter . Dr. Ostroff also said it was still too early to know whether a second wave would occur later in the winter . +1 1162940 1162483 Her birthday , 21 April , was declared a public holiday and she attended a reception and a ball . When his grandmother , then-Princess Elizabeth , turned 21 in 1947 , the day was declared a public holiday , and she attended a reception and a ball . +1 213072 213027 " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . But Mr. Crosby told The Associated Press : " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . +1 609842 609788 The transition is slated to begin no later than June 7 , Dayton said . A two-week transition period will begin no later than June 7 . +0 205145 204942 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . Miodrag Zivkovic , the leader of the pro-independence opposition Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . +1 2760805 2760895 The greenback scored beefy gains against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . +1 116294 116332 The Phillies were upset that Counsell had stolen second in the sixth inning with Arizona leading 7-1 . The Phillies were apparently upset when Counsell stole during the sixth with the Diamondbacks up 7-1 . +0 2849263 2849208 On July 10 , a team of 32 Singaporean police officers was sent to Baghdad . In July 32 Singaporean police officers were sent to Baghdad to help train Iraqi police forces and returned home last month . +1 582195 582326 Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. BTU.N , were up more than 3 percent in afternoon trade . Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. ( BTU ) , were up more than 3 percent at midday . +1 941617 941673 He said his hatred for such people grew from these discussions and had helped convince him violence was the answer . His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . +1 127403 127186 Under the plan being announced Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . Under the plan , which GM and Dow were to announce Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . +1 1444773 1445053 The American Film Institute recently named her the top female screen legend . In 1999 the American Film Institute named Hepburn as the 20th century 's greatest screen actress . +1 814622 814567 That story also named archbishops Harry J. Flynn , of Minneapolis-St . Paul , and Edwin F. O 'Brien , of the Military Services , as possible candidates . They include two sitting archbishops , Harry J. Flynn of Minneapolis-St . Paul and Edwin F. O 'Brien of the Military Services , head of all US military chaplains . +0 2736238 2736177 A demolitions expert for JI , al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 . Al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 while on a mission to buy explosives for bombing targets in Singapore . +1 1390426 1390317 But Abraham said changes in air-pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) . Changes in air pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency . +0 173876 173829 Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have intervened overnight when the yen appreciated to 116 per dollar . Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have stepped in overnight and in Tokyo on Friday . +1 903636 903755 Ontario Premier Ernie Eves appointed a judge on Tuesday to hold an independent investigation into how the province has handled SARS . Ontario Premier Ernie Eves announced yesterday that a former judge would conduct an independent investigation of how the province and city handled SARS . +1 2640607 2640576 " There is no need for one deadline for all to create the ASEAN Economic Community , " Thaksin said . Thus , he said , there did not have to one deadline to create the economic community . +1 1353196 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . +0 3278643 3278683 Boeing 's board is also expected to decide at its December meeting whether to offer the airplane for sale to airlines . It is widely expected to give Bair formal approval to offer the plane for sale to airlines . +0 3009814 3009757 Bo Hitchcock , Levin 's attorney , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . +1 3310210 3310286 The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . The broadside came during the recording on Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . +1 3064974 3064992 They face charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . +0 2529540 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing how serious the problem remains . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . +0 1356948 1356889 Nissan North America announced yesterday that it will spend $ 250 million to expand its Smyrna assembly plant to bring production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee . Nissan North America Inc. said Wednesday it was moving production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee , adding 800 jobs . +1 1497969 1497896 " Kahuku Ranch has world - class qualities - tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity . " " Kahuku Ranch has world-class qualities — tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity , " he said . +1 2815885 2815848 Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . +1 3376093 3376101 The additional contribution brings total U.S. food aid to North Korea this year to 100,000 tonnes . The donation of 60,000 tons brings the total of U.S. contributions for the year to 100,000 . +0 3044868 3044958 " It ends tonight , " a grim Keanu Reeves announces , in the trailer for The Matrix Revolutions . Keanu Reeves and Hugo Weaving in a scene from the motion picture The Matrix Revolutions . +1 1219325 1219440 His daughter , Nina Axelrod , told The Associated Press that he died in his sleep , apparently of heart failure . Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . +1 1263625 1263547 Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media giant Vivendi Universal has given itself two weeks to sift through offers for its U.S. entertainment empire in a multi-billion dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . +1 698958 698941 Stewart said she intends to declare her innocence and proceed to trial if she is indicted , her lawyer said in a statement . Stewart intends to declare her innocence if indicted and proceed to trial , her lawyer said . +1 2375150 2375123 " Three Weeks in October " goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the Washington , D.C.-area sniper shootings started . Moose 's book goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the sniper shootings started in the Washington area . +0 29291 29363 Klitschko said : " I 'm excited to box in Los Angeles first and then against Lennox Lewis . " I am excited to be fighting in Los Angeles and on HBO , " Klitschko said . +1 2389494 2389527 Several police officers were also said to be seriously hurt . Three other police officers were among five people who were seriously injured . +0 921186 921272 The SIA says the DRAM market is expected to grow 2.9 percent to $ 15.7 billion in 2003 and 43 percent to $ 22.5 billion in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . +0 195971 196241 He said the Senate has confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Bush took office and " I don 't see much broken . " Mr. Daschle said the Senate had confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Mr. Bush took office . +1 3102696 3102405 The 60-year-old millionaire hugged his attorneys , saying : " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " +0 2183965 2183946 The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , to Farida , a " highly cosmopolitan and well-educated young woman " . The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , as an example of how JI uses marriage to grow . +1 2521519 2521624 This deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over , " Geer added . " The deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over . " +1 828490 828644 Last month , 62 Spanish peacekeepers died when their plane crashed in Turkey as they were returning home . In another disaster , 62 Spanish peacekeepers were killed May 26 when their plane crashed in Turkey on their way home . +1 882054 882090 Its legal representatives began meeting with plaintiffs ' attorneys last week to discuss a settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . +1 2665445 2665282 Quattrone is accused of obstructing justice by helping to encourage co-workers in an e-mail to destroy files on lucrative investment banking deals . Quattrone is accused of attempting to obstruct justice by endorsing that e-mail , which encouraged co-workers to destroy files on profitable investment banking deals . +0 2506258 2506211 Of 456 women who had experienced stress , 24 ( 5.3 % ) had developed breast cancer . Of the unstressed women , 23 developed breast cancer and 871 did not . +1 1438658 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers were not harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . +1 3014183 3014149 If the subsidies are not repealed , the European Union is threatening trade sanctions against the United States . The European Union is threatening trade sanctions unless the subsidies are repealed . +1 701814 701794 If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AustMag directors will have to abandon the project in order to avoid trading while the company is insolvent . If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AMC directors will have to abandon it to avoid trading while AMC is insolvent . +1 2662740 2662692 Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent on a popular instant-messaging feature that shows users when the person on the other end of the conversation is typing a message . +1 1549586 1549609 Leon Williams ' body was found inside his third-floor apartment at 196 Bay St. , in Tompkinsville . The dead man , Leon Williams , was found in his third-floor apartment . +1 1414844 1415063 Prosecutors said the investment was a breach of duty and resulted in the pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . The indictment says the investment was a breach of fiduciary duties and resulted in the state pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . +0 191355 191501 Taiwan reported 18 additional cases giving it a total of 149 cases and 13 deaths . On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . +1 1343292 1343185 Nonetheless , the economy " has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . " But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . +1 1438656 1438628 Santa Clara-based Intel had sought the injunction , arguing that Hamidi was trespassing on its computer servers just as though he were intruding on private property . A lower court had considered Hamidi to be trespassing on the Santa Clara-based chipmaker 's servers , just as if somebody were squatting on a piece of physical private property . +1 1021420 1021328 Microsoft said Friday that it is halting development of future Macintosh versions of its Internet Explorer browser , citing competition from Apple Computer 's Safari browser . Microsoft will stop developing versions of its Internet Explorer browser software for Macintosh computers , saying that Apple 's Safari is now all that Apple needs . +1 1716167 1716098 " The only thing that I know for certain is that these are bad people , " Bush told a joint news conference with Blair . But he added : " The only thing I know for certain is that these are bad people . " +1 462488 462474 New cases of SARS might continue to appear , the authors write ominously , " until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted . " New cases might continue to appear until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted , they said . +1 588211 588199 Such a letter indicates the government intends to pursue an indictment and believes it has substantial evidence to support an indictment , the company said . The Kenilworth-based company said it believes the letter shows that the government plans to pursue a criminal indictment and likely has substantial evidence supporting an indictment . +1 1671677 1671691 Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " " Furthermore , with the target funds rate at 1 per cent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . +1 1914418 1914375 The Communicator can also consolidate e-mail from multiple screen names and other POP and IMAP accounts into a single application . AOL Communicator can consolidate e-mail from multiple AOL screen names , as well as from other POP and IMAP-based e-mail accounts . +1 3014182 3014148 It would remove $ 55 billion in tax subsidies for exporters , which are illegal under international trade law , in exchange for new tax breaks . In exchange for new tax breaks , it would remove $ 55 billion of tax subsidies for exporters that are illegal under international trade law . +1 1276754 1276678 " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " said Hagel . " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " Hagel said on ABC 's " This Week . " +0 2701523 2701549 Workers ' taxable income then is reduced by that amount . The worker 's taxable income is reduced by that amount , saving money at tax time . +1 62828 62573 He transferred another 10 million shares to a charitable trust and these shares were also liquidated . A further 10 million shares were transferred to a charitable trust , after which they were also sold . +1 460211 460445 The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 – well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . +1 1640785 1640758 " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " He continued , " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " +1 3285398 3285278 The outbreak was especially intense in Colorado , where within the past month more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died . The outbreak was particularly intense in Colorado , where more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died in the past month . +1 1196962 1197061 But Virgin wants to operate Concorde on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . Branson said that his preference would be to operate a fully commercial service on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . +0 2300695 2300608 The ministers also intend to initiate plans for a national centre for disease control . The health ministers also announced plans for healthy living and tobacco control strategies . +1 3313775 3313498 Taiwan ranked No. 3 in the world behind China and Hong Kong for SARS deaths and cases . Taiwan ranked No. 3 on the global list for deaths and cases , behind China and Hong Kong . +1 2898367 2898382 She noted some fast-food chains , including McDonald 's , already display calorie information in their stores or on their Web sites . She said some fast-food chains already display calorie information about their meals on their Web sites . +0 862804 862715 He tried to fight off officers and was taken to a hospital after a police dog bit him but was later released . Cruz tried to fight off officers and was hospitalized after a police dog bit him , Sgt. Steve Dixon said . +1 2916166 2916205 His wife , who he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his lengthy mission , waited in Moscow . His wife Yekaterina Dmitriyeva , whom he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his daunting mission , was waiting for him in Moscow . +1 1726935 1726879 The announcement , which economists said was not a surprise , may be bittersweet for the millions of Americans without jobs . Economists said the announcement was not a surprise , and politicians said it offered little comfort to the millions of Americans without jobs . +1 1369186 1369215 Not only had Bashir given his blessing but he had asked " that we hit the target well " , Mr Bafana said . Not only giving his blessing but he asked that we hit the target well . " +0 2518830 2518940 Metropolitan Ambulance spokesman James Howe said five people were taken to hospital and three were treated at the scene after yesterday 's incident . Spokesman James Howe said five children aged between 4 and 17 were taken to hospital with neck and chest injuries , while three others were treated at the scene . +1 2931313 2931319 Farmland Foods President George Richter said , " With Smithfield 's support and leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . " With Smithfields leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . +1 1761482 1761442 The panel ordered the Commerce Department to issue revised figures for the duties within 60 days . It called on the Commerce Department to respond within 60 days . +1 666674 666615 Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months in prison for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a firing range in Maryland . Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months by U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a Maryland firing range . +0 3060432 3060469 A beauty contest to be held in Italy next week may be the first for pixel-perfect pin-ups . A new beauty contest kicking off in Italy next week will give pixel-perfect pin-ups the chance to steal sultry Sophia 's sex-symbol status . +0 975862 976359 Protesters had been calling for an end to the country 's hard-line establishment and for supreme leader Khamenei 's death . The protesters denounced the country 's supreme leader , hard-liner Ayatollah Ali Khamenei . +0 1396805 1396787 A number of conflicting standards and media formats exist today making the digital home complex to set-up and manage . However , the group points to a number of conflicting standards and media formats . +0 331980 332110 Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief in Aceh , Surya Dharma , told reporters they could not because they did not have proper permission . Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief Surya Dharma told reporters : " Of course they may not go . +0 130006 130268 Some 175 million shares traded on the Big Board , a 7 percent increase from the same time a week ago . Some 1.6 billion shares traded on the Big Board , a 17 percent increase over the three-month daily average . +0 138816 138616 The government defeated the rebel motion by 297 votes to 117 in the 659-seat House of Commons . It was defeated by 297 votes to 117 , a Government majority of 180 . +0 1914185 1913978 Peter Smith , a planetary scientist at the University of Arizona , leads the $ 325 million Phoenix mission . TEGA is the product of University of Arizona planetary scientist William Boynton , co-investigator on the Phoenix mission . +1 827860 827836 The new Army Commander is the Masaka Armoured Brigade commanding officer , Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima who is now promoted to major general . PRESIDENT Yoweri Museveni has promoted Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima to Major General and named him Army Commander . +0 1046087 1046014 The final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . +1 1617844 1617745 In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . Coca-Cola 's shares were steady in late morning trading in New York , down just 13 cents to $ 43.88 . +1 407297 407281 The study found that only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds knew their children were having sex . Only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds know that their child has had sex , " the report says . +0 1564515 1564467 WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . WorldCom 's problems came to light last year , and the company filed for the largest bankruptcy in US history in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . +1 2129418 2129472 Mr. Bush said he was taking the action in response to Hamas 's claim of responsibility for the bus bombing in Israel on Tuesday that killed 20 people . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . +1 3189862 3189927 Had the creditors turned down the bailout plan , LG Group might have been forced to close down its credit card business . If the creditors turn down the bailout plan , LG Group may have to closedown its card business . +1 1438074 1437632 On Monday , the Dow declined 5.25 , or 0.1 percent , at 8,983.80 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . +0 1708479 1708719 The vulnerability affects NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . They said it affects all default installations of Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server . +1 1712179 1712278 He found that men who had ejaculated more than five times a week in their 20s were a third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . +1 759364 758770 " I know of no pressure , " said Mr. Feith , the under secretary of defense for policy . " I know of nobody who pressured anybody , " Douglas Feith , undersecretary of defense for policy , said at a Pentagon briefing . +1 86172 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats to our future -- terrorism -- this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " he said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " +1 1076875 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . +0 1313546 1313533 Rep. Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , criticized the FDA 's efforts in Florida . Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , said he wanted to congratulate the FDA . +1 1745013 1744905 The number of hostnames using BSD is nearing four million , while the number of active sites is nearly two million , Netcraft said . The number of host names using BSD is nearing 4 million , whereas the number of active sites is nearly 2 million , Netcraft said . +1 3261180 3261118 The latest arrests come as police continue to question a suspected " potential suicide bomber " detained in the south western town of Gloucester last Thursday . The move came as police continued to question a suspected potential suicide bomber arrested in the southwestern town of Gloucester last Thursday . +1 173879 173832 Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid the yen 's rise against the dollar . Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid ever-falling domestic interest rates . +1 1810585 1810405 Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released Tuesday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " +0 2307246 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month - sliding down to 6.1 percent - as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . +0 3034696 3034584 Vanderpool said the gunmen were retaliating because the other group had taken the smugglers ' human cargo earlier . One group had taken the other group 's human cargo earlier , he said . +1 2060261 2060226 The Nasdaq composite index rose 13.70 , or 0.8 per cent , to 1700.34 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 13.73 points , or 0.81 percent , to finish at 1,700.34 . +1 2009634 2008964 The proposal likely would result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats to Congress , instead of the state 's current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . The plan would likely result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats from Texas , versus the current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . +1 1268400 1268118 " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travelers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi said today at a news conference in Beijing . " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travellers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi told a news conference in Beijing on Tuesday . +1 1941672 1941685 If requested by outside authorities , however , the FCC will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use . However , the agency said it will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use if requested by outside authorities . +1 2126799 2126941 A call to Rev. Christopher Coyne , the spokesman for the archdiocese , was not immediately returned . The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . +1 1529874 1529776 " This fire is going to have a great potential to get into those areas , " Oltrogge said . " The fire is going to have great potential to get in there tomorrow , " he said . +1 872807 872885 Freddie Mac shares were down more than 16 per cent at $ 50.18 at midday yesterday . Freddie Mac shares were off $ 7.87 , or 13.2 percent , at $ 52 in midday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2834988 2835026 Iran has until the end of the month to satisfy the agency it has no plans for nuclear weapons . The Iranians have until the end of the month to answer all the agency 's questions about their past nuclear activities . +0 738521 737940 At a hearing before U.S. District Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum , she was released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . She was booked out of view of the media , then released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . +1 2587300 2587243 Her father , Florin Cioaba , the king of Transylvania 's Gypsies , had her brought back and she was married against her will . Her father , Roma King Florin Cioaba , had her brought back and she was promptly married against her will . +0 1563710 1563816 It says the intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . +0 554905 554627 Claire had advanced to the third round of the 76th annual Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . One by one they strolled to the microphone , all 251 youngsters in the 76th Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . +0 134438 134570 The Fed afterglow lingered well into Wednesday and enhanced demand for the second installment of a massive U.S. Treasury refunding -- $ 18 billion in five-year notes . In the second installment of a three-legged , record $ 58 billion refunding , the U.S. Treasury is slated to sell $ 18 billion in five-year notes on Wednesday . +1 1912524 1912648 Citigroup Inc . C.N , the world 's largest financial services company , on Wednesday promoted Marjorie Magner to chairman and chief executive of its global consumer group . Citigroup ( C ) on Wednesday named Marjorie Magner chairman and chief executive of its colossal global consumer business . +0 2121506 2121285 The festival kicked off yesterday one day after the Competition Commission delivered its final verdict to the Government on the proposed £ 4.1 billion merger . The Competition Commission delivered its verdict yesterday on the proposed merger of the two big ITV players , Carlton and Granada . +0 725438 725115 Aileen Boyle , a Simon & Schuster spokeswoman , declined to comment on any potential legal action . Simon & Schuster declined comment on the potential lawsuit and would not confirm the contents of the story . +1 2432219 2432095 " Germany is on the right path , " Mr. Schrder said , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and cuts in taxes . " Germany is on the right path , " he added , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and tax cuts . +1 1868527 1868443 However , the Nasdaq composite index managed to eke out a gain of 4.64 points at 1,735.34 . The Nasdaq composite held on to the slimmest of gains , up 4.64 at 1,735.34 . +1 2336269 2336225 Mr. Carter , who won the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met here today with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . Carter , who received the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met in Tokyo yesterday with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . +0 392647 392752 " I feel confident saying that HP is no longer an integration story , " Fiorina said . " We still have a lot to do , but I feel confident that HP is no longer an integration story . " +0 801583 801530 Making jokes about a mistake like that , that 's not something good people do . " They feel so happy making jokes about a mistake like that , " Sosa said . +0 1349823 1349737 House Democrats renewed their push Wednesday for a deeper investigation into the handling of intelligence on Iraq 's weapons program . Harman sought to strike a balance as some Democrats pushed for deeper investigations into intelligence on Iraq 's weapons programs . +0 1123204 1123232 The woman was hospitalized June 15 , Kansas health officials said . Missouri health officials said he had not been hospitalized and is recovering . +1 2726610 2726295 The two filed a lawsuit in 1998 , alleging IBM 's staff doctors never warned them that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . The two filed a suit in 1998 and allege they were never warned by IBM 's staff doctors that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . +0 2440309 2440332 The lawyer representing Torch Concepts , Rich Marsden did not respond to repeated phone calls . Officials with Torch and JetBlue did not respond to repeated phone calls from the Mercury News seeking comment . +1 949346 949874 As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . +1 2297066 2297129 The government said FirstEnergy Nuclear determined that a contractor had established an unprotected high-speed computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the " Slammer " infection to spread internally . It said FirstEnergy determined that a contractor had established an unprotected computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the so-called ``Slammer ' ' worm to spread internally . +1 1189596 1189689 There are only 2,000 Roman Catholics living in Banja Luka now . There are just a handful of Catholics left in Banja Luka . +1 501978 501929 One witness told Anatolian he saw the plane on fire while it was still in the air . One witness told the Anatolian news agency he saw the plane on fire in mid-air . +1 236192 236483 It takes 100 of the 150 House members to conduct business . The Texas house requires 100 of its 150 members to present in order to conduct business . +1 3255597 3255668 " They 've been in the stores for over six weeks , " says Carney . The quarterlies usually stay in stores for between six to eight weeks , " Carney added . +1 2884490 2884846 OS ANGELES , Oct. 24 Will Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , bring urban vitality to the city 's uninviting downtown area ? OS ANGELES Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , is a French curve in a city of T squares . +1 629316 629289 Let me just say this : the evidence that we have of weapons of mass destruction was evidence drawn up and accepted by the joint intelligence community . " The evidence that we had of weapons of mass destruction was drawn up and accepted by the Joint Intelligence Committee , " he said . +1 2713318 2713331 The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , are talking to other bands to ask them to step in . The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , is talking to other bands to replace the Stones . +0 1279425 1279614 The consensus among Wall Street analysts was for a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . +1 2876833 2876882 We are currently trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . . . . Weber said late Thursday that the company is still trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . +1 221367 221515 " Frank Quattrone is innocent , " Keker said in a statement . Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . +1 1431228 1430954 The stalemate , over less than 1 percent of the budget , is more about politics than policy . The stalemate involved less than 1 percent of the budget and had little to do with policy but everything to do with politics . +1 739967 740730 Abbas told the summit he would end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . At Wednesday 's summit , Abbas pledged to end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . +0 946020 946033 While a critical success , Luhrmann 's opulent production of the Puccini opera will end with losses of about $ US6 million ( $ A9.2 million ) . Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . +1 20676 20601 Mr. Rollins made $ 721,154 in salary and $ 243,389 in bonuses in the prior fiscal year . Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2 million in fiscal 2003 . +1 173863 173814 The single currency rose as far as 135.13 yen , matching a record high hit shortly after the euro 's launch in January 1999 . The single currency rose as far as 135.26 yen , its highest level since the introduction of the single currency in January 1999 . +0 1528413 1528275 Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . +1 54181 53570 Ridge said no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . +0 2641970 2641922 The report that cost Mr Forlong his career at Sky News was screened on 29 March . The television report that cost Forlong his career at Sky News and his wife a husband was aired on March 29 . +0 1091318 1091268 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . +1 2813127 2813236 " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in our direction , " he said of his company , formerly named Caldera Systems . " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in SCO 's direction , " said Darl McBride , SCO 's president and CEO . +1 723557 724115 Thus far , Stewart 's company appears ready to stand behind her . For now , the company 's management appears to be standing behind Stewart . +1 1176207 1176132 That means Democrats can block any Supreme Court nominee through a filibuster if they can get 40 of their members to agree . But Democrats can block any potential nominee through a filibuster if they can get 41 votes . +0 2085357 2085436 When a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez agreed they should notify police , who then arrested him . After a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez , who was at the auto shop , agreed they should notify police . +1 2615832 2615889 Microsoft has proposed a work-around that consumers and enterprises should implement until a new patch is released . In lieu of a direct patch , Microsoft has proposed a workaround that consumers can implement until a new patch is released . +1 3306728 3306690 Take-Two also defended its right to create a " realistic " game for an adult audience . The company also defended its right to " create a video game experience with a certain degree of realism . " +0 1587896 1587859 If the deal is approved , EMC will operate Legato as a software division of EMC headquartered in Mountain View , Calif . EMC intends to operate Legato as a software division of EMC from Legato 's current base in California . +1 2636841 2636644 The suspects are expected to turn themselves in to Pennsylvania authorities within the next few days . The boys are expected to surrender voluntarily to Pennsylvania authorities within the next several days , Zimmer said . +0 2607718 2607708 But late Thursday night , the campaign issued a statement saying there would be no news conference and no big announcement . But late yesterday , the campaign and the state Democratic Party said there would be no news conference . +0 1143142 1143187 The provision requires the secretary of Health and Human Services ( news - web sites ) to certify that the importations can be done safely and will be cost-effective . But the measure also requires the secretary of health and human services to certify that the reimportation can be done safely . +1 2601721 2601662 Ms Pike also said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit , but the Government would ensure they remained viable . But Ms Pike said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit and promised services would not be curtailed . +1 1063663 1063718 MAX Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured today in Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities in the United States said . Max Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured Wednesday in a nightclub at the beach resort of Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities said . +1 753858 753890 There 's also a flaw that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . +0 1133451 1133285 This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until he leaves elected office , scheduled for 2006 . This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until his term ends in 2006 , unless his government falls before then . +0 883265 883025 They found no blood and no bones , he said . No one has found blood , bones or any other trace of the child . +1 587009 586969 Another $ 100-million in savings will come from management layoffs and pay cuts . The airline expects to save another $ 100-million a year through management layoffs and pay cuts . +0 1239028 1239041 Adults , who were shy as toddlers , had stronger brain activity in a part of the brain associated with coyness . When shown pictures of unfamiliar faces , adults who were shy toddlers showed a relatively high level of activity in a part of the brain called the amygdala . +1 783419 783611 Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Sen. John Warner , R-Va . , is also considering a look into the issue . Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman John Warner , R-Va . , said he plans hearings . +0 1495228 1495532 The center 's president , Joseph Torsella , was struck on the head but was able to walk to an ambulance . National Constitution Center President Joseph Torsella was hit in the head and knocked to his knees . +1 971096 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) takes on South Carolina today at 11 a.m. in the first game of the College World Series . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . +0 2686749 2686713 In recent years , he served on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music . Mr. Istomin was on the piano faculty of the Manhattan School of Music and participated in Professional Training Workshops at Carnegie Hall . +0 1859128 1859177 Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon and said he expected to issue his findings next week . After a day of testimony , Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon . +1 758068 758466 Rep. Louise Slaughter , D-N.Y. , declared , " The Congress of the United States has never -- ever -- outlawed a medical procedure . " The Congress of the United States has never — ever — outlawed a medical procedure , " said Rep. Louise McIntosh Slaughter ( D-N.Y. ) . +0 1765897 1765755 Violence persisted , with a U.S. soldier killed early Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad . A U.S. soldier was killed in the early hours Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad , and another American serviceman died Friday . +1 1939644 1939706 Aspen Technology 's shares dropped 74 cents , or 23 percent , to close at $ 2.48 on the Nasdaq . In afternoon trading , Aspen 's shares were off 89 cents or more than 27 percent at $ 2.33 per share . +0 2936209 2936065 In addition , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Mr. Arafat . When the prime minister 's position was established in the spring , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Arafat . +1 308567 308525 He called on Prime Minister John Howard to establish a royal commission on child sex abuse . The Senate motion also called on Prime Minister John Howard to hold a royal commission into child sex abuse . +1 2760848 2760814 Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback was trading nearly flat at C $ 1.3252 < CAD = > after the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback rose 0.15 percent to $ 1.3260 < CAD = > as the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . +1 2229215 2229174 AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices may have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals mitigated the effect . AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices might have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals made up for it . +1 716600 716885 Nick Markakis , a left-hander from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia , went to the Orioles with the seventh pick . Next , Baltimore took Nick Markakis , a left-handed pitcher and outfielder from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia . +1 1141359 1141157 He was the Ace of Diamonds in a pack of cards depicting Iraqi fugitives that has been issued to U.S. troops . He was the ace of diamonds in a U.S. deck of cards showing pictures of most-wanted Iraqi leaders . +1 1153182 1153169 But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids that smack of intervention around 118 yen . But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids around 118 yen that could be from the Bank of Japan . +0 700603 700553 The Swedish central bank was also meeting on Wednesday and widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday . The Swedish central bank , also meeting on Wednesday , is widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday of as much as half a percentage point . +1 1438883 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers weren 't harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the E-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . +1 762361 762315 Ms. Strayhorn said she has hired a constitutional scholar to assist her staff . Strayhorn has brought in a constitutional scholar to advise her on the reallocation . +0 716881 716598 Kansas City drafted outfielder Chris Lubanski , from Kennedy-Kenrick High School in Pennsylvania , with the fifth pick . The Royals chose Chris Lubanski , a high school outfielder from Pennsylvania who hit .528 , with the fifth pick . +0 1571034 1571098 A smaller number , 8 per cent , looked for higher profits through price increases . Another 28 per cent cited stronger demand , while eight per cent intended to boost profits through price increases . +0 1703384 1703477 Hampton Township is just northeast of Bay City and about 100 miles from Bloomfield Township . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . +0 665419 665612 " We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , " Mr. White said , objecting to Mr. Olson 's recommendation . We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , he said . +0 1158835 1158012 RJR spends an estimated $ 30 million annually on NASCAR . NASCAR will get an estimated $ 75 million a year in cash and promotional concessions . +1 578731 578810 Many conservatives have staunchly opposed condom programs , saying they send the wrong message and encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . Some conservative groups have staunchly opposed such programs , saying they send the wrong message and in effect encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . +1 2763517 2763576 Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . The tube was removed Wednesday from Terri Schiavo , 39 , at the Tampa Bay-area hospice where she has lived for several years . +1 1948503 1948545 Police said they will conduct DNA tests to confirm the man 's identity . DNA tests will be performed to confirm his identity . +1 3344358 3344339 Penn Traffic filed for Chapter 11 reorganization at the end of May . Penn Traffic entered chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization May 30 . +1 3264605 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . +0 2056769 2056762 Actor Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the shows inception in 1994 , extended his contract with the show through the 2004-2005 season . Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the series launched in 1994 , has inked a one-year extension to his deal with producer Warner Bros. TV . +1 1295638 1295554 Investigations by the Air Force inspector general and the Defense Department also are under way . The Air Force inspector general and the Pentagon also are investigating . +1 961822 962243 Earlier Thursday , PeopleSoft formally rejected the unsolicited bid from Oracle . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . +0 159377 159256 More than 60 suspected cases have been reported in the United States , none of them fatal . Sixty-five probable cases of SARS have been identified in the United States , along with 255 suspected cases . +0 1656909 1656890 The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . The woman reported that she felt threatened and obtained a warrant for Stackhouse 's arrest from the local magistrate 's office . +0 1319631 1319681 Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . In addition , Goldman raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share , up from 13 cents previously . +1 1957692 1957818 Medicaid is the federal and state government health insurance program for the poor . Medicaid , which receives federal and state funding , is the government health-insurance program for the poor . +0 2330519 2330395 A New Castle County woman has become the first Delaware patient to contract the West Nile virus this year , the state 's Department of Health reported . A 62-year-old West Babylon man has contracted the West Nile virus , the first human case in Suffolk County this year , according to the county health department . +1 1793529 1793600 The 19 face charges including racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . The suspects were charged with racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . +0 21567 21695 Boeing shares fell 3.5 percent to close at $ 27.62 on the New York Stock Exchange , while Lockheed slipped 1.4 percent to $ 49.50 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +1 1596210 1596235 Searches for survivors from several previous shipwrecks have often had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . In several previous shipwrecks , the search for survivors had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . +1 2980078 2980349 The weapon turned out to be a Halloween toy . It turned out that the " weapon " was part of a Halloween costume . +1 2221839 2221875 UAL attorney James Sprayregen told a court hearing yesterday that it would submit a fresh business plan , but gave no indication of when . UAL bankruptcy attorney James Sprayregen said at a court hearing the company will submit an updated business plan to the Air Transportation Stabilization Board , but gave no timeframe . +1 1951468 1951668 There were estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises , but most of the businesses were non- operative , he said . There are estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises in Iraq , but most of the businesses are currently inoperative , he said . +1 3408026 3408048 Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later Sunday as a U.S. convoy was traveling near Fallujah , killing an American soldier and wounding three others . Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later yesterday as a U.S. convoy was travelling near Falluja , just west of Baghdad , killing an U.S. soldier and wounding three others . +0 2269403 2269062 He and 13 others were arrested Monday after blocking traffic in support of striking university workers . On Friday , 83 strike supporters were arrested for blocking traffic . +0 2332188 2332155 At 11 p.m. , Henri was centered about 70 miles southwest of St. Petersburg and was becoming disorganized as it drifted south at about 3 mph , forecasters said . Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . +1 1787964 1787832 Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . Boeing said yesterday that Southwest exercised options to purchase 15 737s for delivery next year . +0 3107118 3107136 After 18 months , Nissen found that Lipitor stopped plaque buildup in the patients ' arteries . After 18 months , the atorvastatin patients had no change in the plaque in their arteries . +1 1822072 1821940 My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " " My judgement is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " +1 1125898 1125882 Following the ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers of pending action , it issued another statement that Hewitt has added to his suit . Following ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers that action was pending , it issued another statement in April which Hewitt has added to his suit . +0 3037584 3037512 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said . Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . +1 1810461 1810405 Dotson , 21 , admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released yesterday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " +1 2954900 2954875 If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches in the years to come , he wrote . " If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches for years to come . " +1 1630582 1630654 The program , which downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer only briefly to allow visitors to view it , is invisible to the computer 's owner . The program , which only briefly downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer , is invisible to the computer 's owner . +1 780604 780466 Toll , Australia 's second-largest transport company , last week offered NZ75 a share for Tranz Rail . Toll last week offered to buy the company for NZ75c a share , or $ NZ158 million . +0 315786 315654 On March 6 , the board , most of them appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to the hikes ; they were implemented at the beginning of this month . On March 6 , the board , most of whose members were appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to impose the hikes . +0 786531 786685 From that point until costs reached $ 5,300 , the individual would pay 100 percent of the bill . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . +0 2232543 2232292 Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports , and the remainder are Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . +0 3413983 3413920 Mailblocks was founded five years after WebTV was acquired by Microsoft for $ 425 million . WebTV was sold to Microsoft in 1997 for $ 425 million and today is called MSN TV . +1 2776661 2776608 The specific product that is the subject of the petition , 6000 series aluminium alloy rolled plate , is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . At the center of the petition is a 6000 series aluminum alloy rolled plate that is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . +1 593848 593880 " We will keep fighting within the law ... against this terrorist group and those who support it . " We will keep fighting , within the law , against the terrorist band . " +1 260925 260953 Only one third of high-speed trains within France were running , national rail company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer said . One third of high-speed trains within France will run , national railway company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer estimates . +1 2255545 2255526 Instead of remains , the Ragusas will bury a vial of Michael 's blood , which he had donated to a bone marrow center . Instead of Ragusa 's remains , his family will bury a vial of blood he had donated to a bone marrow center . +0 138066 137972 " But I do question the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " +0 126766 126736 But it now has 600 fewer stores - about 1,500 in all - and a $ 2 billion loan to compete against bigger merchants . It now has 600 fewer stores -- about 1,500 in all -- and a $ 2 billion loan . +1 151890 152260 Two of the six people who testified before Congress Wednesday were engaged in a bitter dispute about airing Yankees games . Two of the six people that testified to Congress today were engaged in a bitter dispute over airing Yankees games . +1 1793541 1793607 Tampering with medicine has been so lucrative that many of those arrested lived in million-dollar homes . Tampering with medicine apparently was so lucrative , investigators said , that many of the suspects lived in million-dollar homes . +1 2844586 2844316 The new link between Mohammed and Pearl was first reported in Tuesday 's editions of The Wall Street Journal . The US acknowledgment that it suspects that Mohammed killed Pearl was first reported in yesterday 's editions of the Journal . +1 305630 305407 The decades-long conflict has killed more than 10,000 people in the resource-rich province , most of them civilians . More than 10,000 people , most of them civilians , have been killed in three decades of insurgency . +1 2643172 2643267 In Somalia , only 26 % of adolescent females ( aged 10-19 ) have heard of Aids and just 1 % know how to protect themselves . In Somalia , the report says , only 26 percent of adolescent girls have heard of AIDS and only 1 percent know how to protect themselves . +1 2088333 2088281 " Of course the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing , " Mr. Connolly said . And , of course , the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing - no ticket , no violation . " +0 2164706 2164291 At least two dozen people were killed and scores injured . More than a dozen people were killed in those attacks . +0 1989213 1989116 " This child was literally neglected to death , " Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said . Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said the many family photos in the home did not include Kristen . +0 2273670 2273060 The U.S.-backed Governing Council appointed a cabinet of 25 ministers , most of them little-known , saying they represented the will of Iraq . The U.S.-backed Governing Council named the cabinet of 25 ministers on Monday , most of them little-known . +0 548992 549040 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman accused President Bush on Wednesday of presiding over a new economy with old thinking , and for failing to reward innovation in the workplace . Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman criticized President Bush on Wednesday for a sluggish economy that has kept Americans out of work . +1 332116 331983 Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over bomb attacks in Jakarta and the North Sumatran city of Medan . Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over recent bomb attacks . +1 2933340 2933394 He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they ... are conducting their prayers . " He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they are in their time of when they 're conducting their prayers . " +1 2886706 2886559 The search feature works with around 120,000 titles from 190 publishers , which translates into some 33 million pages of searchable text . The feature , which has the approval of book publishers , puts some 33 million pages of searchable text at the disposal of Amazon.com shoppers . +1 2760846 2760812 The dollar rose 0.6 percent to 109.54 yen < JPY = > and climbed more than 1 percent to 1.3315 Swiss francs < CHF = > . The dollar rose around 0.6 percent against the Japanese currency to 109.51 yen < JPY = > and climbed 1 percent against the Swiss franc to 1.3302 francs < CHF = > . +0 2945066 2945067 Late trading : Placing a buy order for a mutual fund after 4 p.m. ET and getting it at that day 's closing net asset value . Forward pricing : Law that states mutual fund shares bought after 4 p.m. ET are priced at the next day 's closing net asset value . +0 50656 50518 " Fighting continued until midnight , " western rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone on Sunday . " They ransacked and burned the two villages completely , " rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone from the bush . +0 1209690 1209749 Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and right fielder Aubrey Huff were ejected for arguing after Huff was called out on strikes to end the ninth . Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and Huff all were ejected in the middle of the ninth . +0 2383572 2383564 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 5.37 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,020.18 . The Standard & Poor 's paper products index .GSPPAPR was one of the leading sectors , up 2 percent . +1 2236726 2236448 Every day more American soldiers die . We 're losing one or two American soldiers every day . +0 1451705 1451721 A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the protests , which the NLC called in defiance of a court order banning them . A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the action and is mobilising for protests . +0 895132 895292 The Seattle band 's groundbreaking grunge anthem is No. 1 on VH1 's list of the " 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . " See the complete list of VH1 's ' 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . +1 3443049 3443098 Drinking more coffee may reduce the risk of developing the most common form of diabetes , a study has found . Drinking caffeinated coffee , you see , may significantly reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes , the most common form of the disease . +0 1901007 1901069 In Britain , temperatures threatened to top the 37.1 C ( 98.8 F ) all-time high . Western and southwestern Germany were expected to see temperatures hit 38 C ( 100.4 F ) . +1 3280168 3280092 A car and a house were hit in the latest shootings , said Chief Deputy Steve Martin of the Franklin County sheriff 's office . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . +1 200221 200024 In a letter sent to The Times and read to the Associated Press after his resignation , Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologized for his " lapse of journalistic integrity . " In a letter sent to The New York Times after his resignation , Mr Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologised for his " lapse of journalistic integrity " . +1 3003546 3003536 " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " said George Scalise , president of the SIA . " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . +1 2698796 2698674 No pill is ever expected to replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . Nobody is saying such a pill could replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . +1 1462409 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its antidiscrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . +0 3176415 3176292 In after-hours trading , H-P shares rose 62 cents to $ 22.83 after adding 56 cents in the regular session . In after-hours trading , Hewlett-Packard shares rose 55 cents , to $ 22.86 , according to Instinet . +0 1950621 1950831 Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing recall several recall cases , one of which a Los Angeles court dismissed on Friday . Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing cases on the recall , but the prospects are uncertain . +0 1167666 1167631 To reach John A. Dvorak , who covers Kansas , call ( 816 ) 234-7743 or send e-mail to jdvorak @ kctar.com. To reach Brad Cooper , Johnson County municipal reporter , call ( 816 ) 234-7724 or send e-mail to bcooper @ kcstar.com. +1 956231 956502 He will be paid $ 395,000 per year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . +1 1928842 1928345 He admits he occasionally lived the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . Schwarzenegger has admitted to occasionally living the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . +1 375016 374966 The case puts the Supreme Court back into the debate over the separation of church and state . The case marks the court 's second major separation of church and state case in two years . +1 2467955 2467995 In 2001 , the number of death row inmates nationally fell for the first time in a generation . In 2001 , the number of people on death row dropped for the first time in a decade . +1 260952 260924 Metro , bus and local rail services in France 's four largest towns -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , Europe 1 radio reported . Subway , bus and suburban rail services in France 's four largest cities -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , transport authorities said . +1 859790 859269 The contract also includes a $ 200,000 buyout . Perkins also had a $ 200,000 buyout clause in his contract . +1 3102538 3102255 Prosecutors contended that Mr. Durst had plotted the murder to assume Mr. Black 's identity . Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . +1 1612534 1612553 " The lives of American warfighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " said Defense Department Inspector General Joseph Schmitz . " The lives of American war-fighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " Joseph Schmitz , Defence Department inspector general , said . +1 1224743 1225510 In the undergraduate case , Rehnquist said the use of race was not " narrowly tailored " to achieve the university 's asserted interest in diversity . Rehnquist wrote that the system was not narrowly tailored to achieve the interest in educational diversity . +1 2625928 2625910 Thirty-eight percent of patients surveyed in five urban clinics believed the myth that cancer spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a poll to be published Tuesday . Thirty-eight percent of cancer patients in five urban clinics believed the myth that the disease spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a survey . +1 616425 616448 For the first quarter , HP pulled in $ 2.94 billion and captured 27.9 percent of the market . H-P came in second with nearly $ 3.32 billion in sales and 26 percent of the market 's revenue . +1 679659 679574 Still , Mauresmo has the confidence of having beaten Serena for the first time and also is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss Sunday to Vera Zvonareva . She has the confidence of having beaten her for the first time and she is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss of two days ago . +1 306643 306346 The latest attack came just two days after three suicide bombers drove a truck loaded with explosives into a government office complex in northern Chechnya , killing 59 people . The attacks came two days after suicide bombers detonated a truck bomb in a Government compound in northern Chechnya , killing 59 . +0 1402055 1402122 " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination , " writes Steinberg , of Johns Hopkins University . " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination and when my car is due for maintenance , " he said . +0 147744 147573 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 18.42 , or 0.2 percent , at 8,569.94 . Since sinking to 2003 lows in early March , the Dow Jones industrial average has rallied 13.8 % . +1 1717414 1717547 The legislation opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to the Solomons and to carry out law enforcement functions . " Once the legislation enters into force , it opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to Solomon Islands and to carry out law-enforcement functions . +0 1268574 1268483 Falls in euro / yen also pushed down the dollar against the yen , with the pair at 118.32 yen compared with Friday 's late New York level of 118.51 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . +0 3173810 3173777 Wells Fargo and Quicken Loans couldn 't be reached for comment Wednesday afternoon . Wells Fargo was not available for comment , and a Quicken Loans spokeswoman declined immediate comment . +1 2704862 2704026 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment at the CIA . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . +1 2504394 2504360 Mr Neil said that according to the source , the report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . According to the BBC , the group 's interim report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . +0 1851731 1851926 Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , said : " We have one headline . Pearson , led by Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , publishes its interim results this week . +1 1840006 1840048 Randall Simon singled to right for the second run . Randall Simon followed with an RBI single to right . +0 2274889 2274833 She was physically ill several times on the day he died , she said . " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . +1 1111135 1111162 No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and it appeared the measure faced a tougher road there . No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and few were predicting what fate the bill would meet there . +1 238654 238556 This is a case about a woman who for 20 years dedicated her life to this country , " said Janet Levine . " This case is about a woman who for over 20 years dedicated herself to this country , " Levine said . +0 3329379 3329416 SP2 is basically about security enhancements to Windows , such as the improved Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . The firewall in the current Windows XP was known as the Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . +1 1547600 1547406 " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts , R-Kan . , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " Sunday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla ... effort . " " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " yesterday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla . . . effort . " +1 2242224 2242625 The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note rose as high as 4.66 percent Aug. 14 from 3.07 percent in June . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . +0 1770489 1770322 The farmers market reopened Saturday ; at least 11 people remained hospitalized , three in critical condition . At least 11 people remained hospitalized Saturday , three of them in critical condition . +1 2362761 2362698 A landslide in central Chungchong province derailed a Seoul-bound train and 28 passengers were injured , television said . In central Chungchong province , a landslide caused a Seoul-bound Saemaeul Express train to derail , injuring 28 people , local television said . +1 2120441 2120430 A Trillian representative did not return an e-mail requesting comment . The representative did not return calls seeking additional comment . +1 875530 875567 State health officials have reported 18 suspected cases in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . As of yesterday afternoon , 22 suspected cases had been reported in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . +1 2706577 2706249 No charges have been filed in the deaths of the other victims ; Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . +1 1629896 1629393 The head of the panel -- Tillie Fowler , a former US representative from Florida -- told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . The head of the panel , former Rep. Tillie Fowler of Florida , told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . +0 1465073 1464854 They will help draft a plan to attack obesity that Kraft will implement over three to four years . The team will help draft a plan by the end of the year to attack obesity . +0 923806 923784 Cable high-speed lines increased 32.2 percent to 243,143 . For the full year , high-speed ADSL increased by 64 percent . +1 2348149 2348163 " It 's unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt , " said Taylor Gross , a White House spokesman . " It is unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt . +1 882005 881903 The girl turned up two days later at a convenience store several cities away , shaken but safe , and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . The arrest came hours after the girl turned up at a convenience store several cities away and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . +1 1082745 1082697 Ride , astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein will enter the hall of fame together . Ride will be enshrined along with astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein . +1 195728 196099 But that amount would probably be impossible to pass in the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . Such an amount would probably be unable to summon a majority of the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . +1 1850477 1850442 They varied greatly , ranging from one per cent or two per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality US brand called American Spirit . The results ranged from 1 per cent or 2 per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality brand called American Spirit . +1 960482 960585 The board is investigating whether a shortage of funds in the shuttle program compromised safety . The board is investigating whether this compromised safety on the shuttle . +1 607085 607213 The island nation reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making Taiwan 's epidemic the fastest-growing in the world . Taiwan reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one-day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making its epidemic the world 's fastest-growing . +0 1787955 1787922 A year earlier , it posted a profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . +1 2726643 2726697 British-born astronaut Michael Foale is about to fly into space to take up his post as commander of the International Space Station . British-born astronaut Michael Foale is on his way to take command of the international space station . +1 2587767 2587673 In the clash with police , Lt. Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators had gone to the station demanding jobs . In Baghdad , police Lieut . Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators arrived at the station demanding jobs . +1 2750580 2750611 Clark said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be part of the Department of Homeland Security . Clark , one of nine Democrats seeking the nomination , said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be within the Department of Homeland Security . +1 1916325 1916124 Ximian brings Novell unparalleled expertise , strengthening our ability to work with [ our ] customers and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " " Ximian brings Novell unparalleled Linux expertise . . . [ and strengthens ] our ability to work with and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " +1 1260012 1260081 Video replays suggested the ball had hit the ground before making contact with Sangakkara 's foot . Television replays , though , showed the ball had touched the ground before Sangakkara 's boot ( 262 for 4 ) . +1 1002861 1002848 The GPO previously closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Cleveland , and Columbus . Since 2001 , the agency has closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Ala . , Cleveland , Columbus , Ohio , and Washington . +1 342319 342066 Peterson is charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and unborn son . Peterson , 30 , is awaiting trial on two counts of murder for the deaths of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son . +0 3181208 3181242 A second victim , Michael Walker , 23 , was struck in the torso , the bullet perforating his lung . The other victim , Michael Walker , of 550 Barbey Street , was struck in the neck . +0 1438101 1437632 In late morning trading , the Dow was up 13.88 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,002.93 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . +0 3448500 3448457 Ryland Group ( nyse : RYL - news - people ) , a homebuilder and mortgage-finance company , sank $ 9.65 , or 11.6 percent , to $ 73.40 . Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) jumped $ 2.88 , or 15.7 percent , to $ 21.28 . +0 1490044 1489975 Corixa shares rose 54 cents to $ 7.74 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Corixa rose 54 cents , or about 8 percent , to close at $ 7.74 . +1 869770 870219 PeopleSoft 's board now has 10 business days to evaluate the Oracle offer and make a recommendation to its shareholders . Nevertheless , PeopleSoft must review Oracle 's tender offer and make a recommendation to shareholders . +1 3261114 3261175 They named the man charged as Noureddinne Mouleff , a 36-year-old of North African origin who was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne last week . Last week , Nur al-Din Muliff , a 36-year-old of North African origin , was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne . +0 1721812 1721993 Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . Alcohol-related fatalities accounted for 41 percent of the total number of deaths . +0 1219621 1219396 His next play , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " a satire on Hollywood , lasted more than a year on Broadway . His next play , Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? , lasted more than a year on Broadway and was also filmed by Fox . +1 2532890 2532868 " I am unaware of any genuine entries concerning British servicemen in the police records , " said a spokesman for the British High Commission in Nairobi yesterday . " I am therefore unaware of any genuine entries concerning rapes by British servicemen in police records , " the spokesman said . +1 941629 941684 Amrozi said Jews and the US and its allies had evil plans to colonise countries like Indonesia . Jews , Americans and their allies had " evil " plans to colonise nations like Indonesia , Amrozi said . +1 3244942 3245075 It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration doesn 't have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . +1 774666 774871 An unclear number of people were killed and more injured . Four people were killed and 50 injured in the attacks . +1 2694616 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . +1 763570 763491 " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . +1 61159 61387 CS 's other main division , Financial Services , made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent below the prior quarter . CS Financial Services made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent less than in the fourth quarter of last year . +1 1396810 1396798 The answer , the group said , would be to " create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . " The DHWG says it will instead create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . +1 958161 957782 Committee approval , expected today , would set the stage for debate on the Senate floor beginning Monday . That would clear the way for debate in the full Senate beginning on Monday . +1 1782250 1782593 Recall proponents claim to have turned in more than 1.6 million signatures . Recall sponsors say they have submitted 1.6 million signatures . +1 3355473 3355625 Kelly said Mr Rumsfeld last month made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honour should go to all men and women who wear the US uniform . Kelly said Rumsfeld , in a November interview , made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honor go to all men and women who wear the U.S. uniform . +1 1418561 1418105 Carlton Dotson , a teammate who lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he talked to police Friday but was instructed not to talk about the case . Carlton Dotson , who was on the team last season and lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he was told not to talk about the case . +0 368021 368077 PowderJect is roughly 20 percent owned by CEO Drayson , a high-profile UK businessman , and his family . PowderJect , roughly 20 percent owned by Chief Executive Paul Drayson and his family , reported surging annual profit early this month . +0 1802596 1802526 Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said the push for higher standards and accountability " is showing results . " Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said he was pleased by the results . +0 123103 123128 The husband 's family says he has since passed two lie detector tests . The Web site said Dr. Aronov had passed two lie detector tests , one administered by the police . +1 3442417 3442438 However , disability declined by more than 10 percent for those 60 to 69 , the study said . Meanwhile , for people aged 60 to 69 , disability declined by more than 10 percent . +1 1079150 1079096 " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of service men and women during his 25 years of service , " Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist said yesterday . " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of servicemen and women during his 25 years of service , " Frist said . +1 775854 775892 On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge soon , the officials said . On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge in the coming days , the officials said on condition of anonymity . +0 2662158 2662046 The Standard Edition is $ 15,000 per processor or $ 300 per named user . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . +0 2082785 2082239 Ottawa police reported 23 cases of looting , along with two deaths possibly attributed to the outage - a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . In Canada 's capital of Ottawa , police reported two deaths possibly linked to the power outage — a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . +0 2464926 2464870 The teen was in critical condition with life-threatening wounds , police said in a news release . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . +1 20923 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for missing the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . +1 3301459 3301557 Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne was in intensive care today as he continued his “ steady ” recovery from a quad bike accident . Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne could be kept in intensive care for “ several days ” following his quad bike accident , his doctor said tonight . +1 1692026 1692079 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . Analysts currently expect earnings of 13 cents a share and revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average , according to a survey by Reuters Research . +0 1545837 1545878 He plans to visit an AIDS clinic in Uganda and meet with infected mothers in Nigeria . From there he plans to visit South Africa and make stops in Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria . +1 1033204 1033365 O 'Brien was charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident , a felony . Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , 67 , was booked on a charge of leaving the scene of a fatal accident . +1 3254208 3254262 Colorado Attorney-General Ken Salazar later said his office has also filed suit against Invesco , charging it with violations of the state 's consumer protection act . Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar also filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Invesco , accusing it of violating the state 's Consumer Protection Act . +1 2857994 2857985 Preventing stronger gains , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell 1.3 percent to A $ 12.43 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 1.9 percent to A $ 4.75 after a weak performance overnight . Holding the market back , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell two percent to A $ 12.34 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 2.3 percent to A $ 4.73 after a weak performance overnight . +0 1077146 1076866 Police said her two small children were alone in the apartment for up to two days . Police said her two small children were alone there for up to two days as she lay dead . +1 3065081 3065062 All five were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . +1 3003054 3002969 Long lines formed outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines Sunday as Israelis prepared to weather a strike that threatened to paralyze the country . Long lines formed Sunday outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines as Israelis braced for the strike 's effects . +1 2570310 2570364 But he confessed : " There 's total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds . " But he said there was a " total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds " . +0 2309422 2309399 Marc Garber , Whitley 's attorney , had a different view . Whitley 's attorney , Marc Garber , called the ruling " a huge victory . " +1 1808839 1808866 Siebel , whose fortunes soared with the tech boom , has cut nearly one-third of its workforce since the end of 2001 . With the purge , Siebel will have cut 2,400 employees - or nearly one-third of its workforce - since the end of 2001 . +0 1458116 1457912 Her lawyer , William Zabel , could not be reached . Ms. Kennedy Cuomo 's lawyer , William D. Zabel , said she would not comment . +0 315770 315638 The Metropolitan Transportation Authority was given two weeks to restore the $ 1.50 fare and the old commuter railroad rates , York declared . The Metropolitan Transportation Authority , which plans to appeal , was given until May 28 to restore the old subway and bus fare and the old commuter railroad rates . +1 3059963 3059991 Microsoft this week released a critical update to fix a bug with its newly released Office 2003 suite . Microsoft has released a critical update for its newly released office suite , Office 2003 . +1 2854524 2854472 About 1,557 genes on chromosome 6 are thought to be functional . The remaining 1,557 genes are believed to be all functional . +1 2724579 2724652 About 22 % of twentysomethings are obese , which is roughly 30 pounds over a healthy weight . About 31 percent of Americans are now obese — roughly 30 or more pounds over a healthy weight . +1 1780523 1780684 " There is always a danger of casualties in something like this . Howard said there was always a risk of casualties . +1 862810 862724 " She was crying and scared , ' said Isa Yasin , the owner of the store . " She was crying and she was really scared , " said Yasin . +1 1048574 1048764 The same flood that blocked the airport road also swamped a Federal Express depot . The water blocking the airport road swamped several buildings , including a Federal Express depot . +1 201919 201848 He wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man , " he said . " He 's wild , he wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man . " +0 968647 968699 Sovereign , based in Philadelphia , expects to close the acquisition in the first quarter of 2004 . Sovereign said it expects the merger to close in the first quarter of 2004 , subject to regulatory and First Essex shareholder approval . +0 174280 174670 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . +0 1958081 1958144 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC ended off 8.15 points , or 0.49 percent , at 1,644.03 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . +0 2798493 2798323 The high profile two-week campaign – which started on September 28 – was designed to show a strong police presence around London . The high profile , two-week campaign was designed to show a strong police presence around London and resulted in 42 arrests , which a spokesman said was " pretty impressive " . +0 2996241 2996734 Tom Hamilton said his daughter was conscious and alert and in stable condition after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . +1 3271456 3271286 All of those governments have said their support will not waver , though public sentiment is rising against it . The governments of those countries have said that despite rising public opposition , their support will not waver . +0 2182379 2182281 U.N. inspectors found traces of highly enriched , weapons-grade uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility , a report by the U.N. nuclear agency says . United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . +0 199488 199513 Since being drafted into service in 1971 , it has racked up a record 45 accidents , with 393 deaths . It has a chequered safety record , including 47 accidents that resulted in 668 deaths . +0 1399401 1399370 Other , more traditional tests are also available . Traditional tests also are available at no cost today . +1 1807913 1807986 All along , we were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time , " she said . She insisted that throughout the mission , managers " were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time . " +0 2015389 2015410 The Calgary woman , who is in her twenties , donated blood on Aug. 7 . The woman -- who has no symptoms of illness -- donated blood Aug. 7 . +1 221515 221509 Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . In a statement Monday , his lawyer John Keker said ``Frank Quattrone is innocent . +1 1851555 1851377 He said Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips without much competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . +1 345305 344783 It passed only after Republicans won the support of two wavering senators , Democrat Ben Nelson of Nebraska and Republican George Voinovich of Ohio . It passed only after Republicans won the support of Voinovich and another wavering senator , Nelson of Nebraska . +1 422013 421929 The jump in tobacco shares was led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.28 . Shares of the cigarette makers jumped on the news , led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.30 . +1 2930014 2930092 Veritas will offer its File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server software products on SUSE Enterprise Server in the first quarter next year . Already in beta , Veritas ' File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server products for SuSE Enterprise Linux Server should drop into the hands of customers in early 2004 . +0 1273439 1273223 Washington , however , said more was needed to prevent complaints being filed in the first place . But the US insisted it wanted more done to prevent complaints being filed in the first place , preferably by repealing the entire law . +0 1787954 1788039 Southwest 's net income amounted to $ 246 million , or 30 cents per share . With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . +0 953776 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . +0 1342025 1341941 If Lee is indicted , prosecutors will seek the death penalty . Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . +1 3059966 3059994 Microsoft has released separate patches for client and administrative versions of Office 2003 . Separate downloadable patches are available for the client and administrative versions of Office . +1 1054641 1054466 The Nasdaq Composite increased by 40.09 points , or 2.5 per cent , to 1666.58 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.64 points , or 0.34 percent , at 1,672.22 . +0 2631971 2632114 The nine largest airlines had $ 75.4 billion in revenue last year . Since Sept . 11 , 2001 , the six largest airlines have lost a combined $ 18 billion . +1 210652 210694 Three Southern politicians who risked their political careers by fighting against bigotry and intolerance were honored Monday with John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Awards for 2003 . Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . +0 1636439 1636701 The effort is the Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services . July 10 - The Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services enlists church-based youth groups in anti-drug programs . +1 722302 721936 It also said it expects a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +0 1977631 1977694 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up a mere 0.04 of a point at 1,653 . +1 912583 912423 A top aide to state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was charged Wednesday with raping an unidentified , 22-year-old female state Assembly employee . A top aide to Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was arrested yesterday for allegedly raping a 22-year-old legislative staffer after a night on the town . +1 3452805 3453061 Officials say Peeler and Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . According to the GBI , Ms. Peeler and Mr. Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . +0 611560 611447 He made the same decree in June 2002 , but that measure was limited to the southern city of Arequipa amid fatal protests against the privatization of two power firms . That measure was limited to the city of Arequipa amid protests , that killed three people , against the sale of two power firms . +0 2686714 2686744 In 1975 he married Marta Casals , the widow of Pablo Casals . Istomin later married Casals ' widow , Marta , after Casals ' death in 1973 . +1 1583419 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . +0 2452548 2452405 The Washington Times first reported yesterday that Army Capt. James . The arrest was reported in The Washington Times today . +1 2430069 2429899 The cards are issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and show the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the card holder . The card is issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and shows the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the cardholder . +1 139941 139792 The final chapter in the trilogy , The Matrix Revolutions , is out in November . The third and final film , " The Matrix Revolutions , " will be released in November . +1 1530052 1529676 The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the 2-week-old fire that already had blackened 70,000 acres . The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the resurgent Aspen fire . +1 144946 144925 Their election increases the board from seven people to nine . Their appointments increase Berkshire 's board to nine from seven members . +0 1259546 1259298 But a U.S. appeals court in San Francisco disagreed and upheld the law . The high court reversed a decision by a U.S. appeals court that upheld the law . +0 1427843 1427658 The Boston Archdiocese has faced waves of scandal that have not only angered victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests . The waves of scandal angered not only victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests , to the point that Law could no longer run the archdiocese . +0 2662092 2662046 " This is not a scaled-down version of the Oracle Enterprise Edition or Standard Edition [ database ] . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . +1 202295 202144 Significantly , it made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemah Islamiyah , accused of being behind the attacks . The address made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemaah Islamiyah , which was behind the attacks . +0 1894838 1894788 One , from a former CIBC executive , described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " The report quotes extensively from internal e-mails , including one from a former CIBC executive who described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " +1 774300 774517 The MDC said a supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital on Wednesday after being tortured and assaulted by soldiers putting down the protests . The MDC said that an opposition supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital after being tortured and assaulted by the soldiers putting down the anti-Mugabe protests . +0 129778 130265 The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . +1 1428346 1428187 That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , said State Department spokesman Richard Boucher , who did not identify them . That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , Boucher said without identifying them . +1 2174134 2174119 " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of the aircraft financing capability in this country , " Mr. Tellier said . " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of aircraft financing in this country , " said Paul Tellier , Bombardier chief executive . +1 359225 359173 Two astronomers surveying the region around Jupiter have detected 20 new moons , bringing the giant planet 's total to 60 . Astronomers have clocked eight more moons orbiting Jupiter , bringing its known total to 60 . +0 3366214 3366092 A seventh victim , a woman , died Tuesday night in the burn unit at childrens Hospital Medical Center of Akron . A seventh person , a 21-year-old woman , was in critical condition in the burn unit at Akron Children 's Hospital . +1 1808482 1808598 And two key shuttle program leaders were out of town during the flight . The newspaper also reported that two key leaders were out of town during part of Columbia 's flight . +1 192881 192950 A council resolution is considered essential in giving Iraqi or U.S.-controlled entities in Baghdad the legal authority to export oil . Without an adopted resolution , no Iraqi , U.S. or U.N. entity in Baghdad has the legal authority to export oil . +0 1802788 1803098 Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under certain conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . +1 786550 786525 " The benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up . " " The ( drug ) benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up , " Grassley said . +0 2283737 2283794 In the weeks leading up to the execution , several Florida officials received anonymous threatening letters . Several Florida officials connected to the case have received threatening letters , accompanied by rifle bullets . +1 2826681 2826474 The disagreement over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . +1 1619310 1619273 She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until after her death . +1 348914 348494 About 700 MONUC troops are based in Bunia , but the force has neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . The United Nations has about 700 troops on the ground , but they have neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . +1 44610 44377 Garner said Iraq 's reconstruction was not as difficult as he had expected -- mainly because the war caused less infrastructure damage and fewer refugees than anticipated . Garner said reconstruction will not be as difficult as he anticipated because the war caused less damage and created fewer refugees . +0 260052 259880 The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . Bush , however , also lashed out at the terrorist bombings in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people -- including a number of Americans . +1 2916161 2916192 It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground , " NASA spokesman Robert Navias said . It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground . " +1 2138001 2137921 The institute estimates that last year 15.7 per cent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs . The FMI estimates that last year 15.7 percent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs , including wages and benefits . +1 260958 260935 French retirees will increase from one fifth to a third of the population by 2040 . By 2040 , retirees will account for a third of the population , up from a fifth today . +0 2331890 2331242 He had served nine years in prison for the crime -- two on death row -- when he was released . He had served nine years in prison , including two on death row , when he was released by a judge and pardoned by the governor . +0 712430 712184 " This is not unanticipated , " Chief Deputy District Attorney John Goold said Monday . They often complain about misconduct , " John Goold , chief deputy district attorney for Stanislaus County said . +1 1849916 1849885 Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with the church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , in which 19 people died . Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with a series of church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , when 19 people were killed . +1 2131330 2131369 The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed by the crisis over the North 's nuclear ambitions . The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed further by a diplomatic spat over North Korea 's nuclear ambitions . +1 3194797 3194846 The only commercial carrier flying to Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , also suspended its flights for three days . The only passenger airline serving Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , said it was suspending service for three days . +1 2881745 2881969 " I make no apologies for the fact that the negotiations have been undertaken largely in secret , " Mr Truss said . Mr Truss said he made " no apologies " the negotiations had been undertaken in secret . +0 2564665 2564687 A senior law enforcement official , discussing the case on grounds of anonymity , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . The official , describing the apprehension at Boston 's Logan International Airport , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . +1 2249237 2249305 Parson was charged with intentionally causing and attempting to cause damage to protected computers . Parson is charged with one count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . +0 556143 556050 " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of Sept . 11 and the destruction of 1 World Trade Center , " the suit says . " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of 11 September , " the suit says . +0 363199 362925 Investors were askingwhether other banks , some of which are still being audited , could be dealt with in the same way . Other Japanese banks , some of which are still being audited , could face similar scrutiny . +1 54403 54456 Bennett told Newsweek that " over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even . " " Over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even , " he said . +1 920002 919819 " It is symptomatic of the communication difficulties that often trouble the ECB , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . " It is reminiscent of the communication troubles that have dogged the ECB in the past , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . +1 2410404 2410369 " We 're going to defend these charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . " Rob Furst intends to defend the charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . +1 389239 389299 " The court and the public need to know much more of the details of the defendant 's seemingly massive fraud , " the judge said . " The court and the public need to know more of the defendants ' seemingly massive fraud , " he said . +1 1580672 1580644 But the Foreign Affairs Committee yesterday cleared Blair 's cabinet of that accusation . In its report , the foreign affairs committee absolved Mr. Blair of charges of doctoring intelligence . +1 861118 861396 Those searches have not found stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons or significant evidence of a nuclear weapons program . Alleged stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons have not turned up , nor has significant evidence of a nuclear-weapons program . +1 3187846 3187778 Its keywords are supported by Chinese language Web portals . Chinese language Web portals also support 3721 keywords , the Web site said . +0 698946 698932 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 0.13 points , or just 0.01 percent , to 966.87 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC crept up 5.05 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,595.80 . +1 1970948 1970905 This is the first time in the United States that five whales have been released simultaneously from a single stranding incident . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . +1 2226181 2226166 There are a total of 659 women enrolled at the academy , the report said . There were 659 women enrolled at the academy at the time of the survey . +1 1694716 1694679 Token-issuing framework provides capabilities that build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage trust relationships and secure conversations . Within WSE 2.0 , WS-Trust , WS-SecureConversation build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage relationships and secure conversations . +1 2652187 2652218 The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The high court will hear arguments today on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . +0 1454077 1453878 He has established a group to revise the constitution , possibly to protect private property . He also left out any reference to amending the constitution to guarantee private property rights . +1 1952536 1952630 " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Karas said . It was to fly a plane in the White House . " +1 2945693 2945847 The IRS said taxpayers can avoid undelivered checks by having refunds deposited directly into their checking or savings accounts . The IRS said taxpayers can avoid problems with lost or stolen refunds by having refunds deposited directly into personal checking or savings accounts . +1 2065523 2065836 " More than 70,000 men and women from bases in Southern California were deployed in Iraq . In all , more than 70,000 troops based in Southern California were deployed to Iraq . +1 2222998 2223097 BP shares slipped 0.8 percent to 433.50 pence ( $ 6.85 ) each in afternoon trading on the London Stock Exchange . BP shares slipped 48 cents to $ 41.72 Friday in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2566907 2567384 They worry the treatment could leave their son sterile , blind or even dead . They fear the treatment would stunt the boy 's growth and leave him sterile . +1 2561999 2561941 Because of the accounting charge , the company now says it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents a share , in the quarter ended June 30 . Including the charge , the Santa Clara , Calif.-based company said Monday it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents per share , in the period ending June 30 . +0 2268482 2268400 The parade , which moves west along Eastern Parkway in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn , went through the district Davis represented . The parade , which moved west along Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights past hundreds of thousands of spectators , went through the district that Davis represented . +1 1258196 1258284 The company said it now expects second-quarter earnings of 68 cents and 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . Avery Dennison said it now expects a second-quarter profit of 68 cents to 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . +0 137972 137865 Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " " But I do question the motives of a desk-bound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " +1 698949 698934 Some Wall Street experts believe stocks have rallied too far , too quickly , given the muddled economic reports of recent weeks . Some Wall Street analysts believe stocks have rallied too far , too fast , given the muddled picture of the economy provided by recent data . +1 547163 547154 The NASD also alleges Young flew multiple times on Tyco corporate jets , often accompanied by Kozlowski . The NASD alleges that the analyst flew multiples times on Tyco 's corporate jets for business trips , sometimes accompanied by Kozlowski . +1 3192829 3192751 It has a plus or minus 4.9 percent margin of error . It had a margin of error of plus or minus five percentage points . +1 667291 667038 We believe the report is fully consistent with what the courts have ruled ... that the department 's actions are fully within the law . Comstock said several federal courts have ruled that the detentions are fully within the law . +1 144758 144855 " I conclude that plaintiffs have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to Bin Laden and Al Qaeda , " Baer said . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " +0 3044423 3044567 Reagan is played by James Brolin , who is married to singer Barbra Streisand , a leading Democratic activist . His supporters were also infuriated that Mr Reagan was played by James Brolin , the husband of Barbra Streisand , a leading Hollywood Democratic activist . +1 3129532 3129541 A US programmer has developed a software tool that allows users to download shared music files using Apples Windows iTunes software , which was released last month . Independent US programmer Bill Zeller has developed software that lets users download shared music files using iTunes for Windows . +1 174670 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . +1 1389351 1389586 A U.S. Court of Appeals Thursday ruled that Microsoft ( Quote , Company Info ) does not have to carry the Java programming language in its Windows operating system . A federal appeals court on Thursday overturned a judge 's order that would have forced Microsoft to include competitor Sun Microsystems ' Java software in its Windows operating system . +1 2694682 2694609 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . +0 490022 490005 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 10 points , or 1.10 percent , to 943 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC jumped 43.64 points , or 2.89 percent , to 1,553.73 . +1 353154 353234 The Foreign Office said there was a " clear " risk of terrorist attack in Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . The warnings were issued on Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . +0 1343191 1343491 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 98.32 , or about 1.1 percent , to 9011.53 . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . +0 2324704 2325023 Friday 's report raised new worries that a weak job market could shackle the budding economic recovery despite a slight improvement in the overall unemployment rate . U.S. companies slashed payrolls for a seventh straight month in August , raising new worries that a weak jobs market could shackle the budding economic recovery . +1 1178784 1178969 The truck carried the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT , emergency ministry official Ruslan Khadzhiyev said . Another Chechen emergency ministry official , Ruslan Khadzhiyev , said the truck was carrying the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT . +1 741026 740969 An international warrant for his arrest was issued both to the Ghanaian authorities and to Interpol . A warrant for Taylor 's arrest has been served on the Ghanaian authorities and sent to Interpol . +1 1149374 1149314 PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors on Friday unanimously rejected Oracle Corp. ' s revised bid of $ 19.50 per share . PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors voted unanimously on Friday to recommend that stockholders reject Oracle 's upgraded bid for a hostile takeover . +0 2637229 2637350 Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas told a news conference Monday that authorities were ``continuing to make significant progress ' ' in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . +1 2852677 2852820 Berry also married and divorced his second wife twice , most recently in 1991 . Berry repeated that performance with his second wife , whom he married and divorced twice ( most recently in 1991 ) . +1 1319710 1319631 Goldman also raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents from 12 cents , citing the new tax law . Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . +1 3151109 3151135 Tomorrow 's testimony is to give an inside look at tax shelter development and marketing . Tuesday ’ s testimony is to give an inside look at tax-shelter development and marketing . +0 1852456 1852138 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was off 4.86 points , or 0.49 percent , at 993.82 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 1.8 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,732.50 . +1 2858095 2858170 Goodyear 's third-quarter earnings report , which had been scheduled to be released on Thursday , was postponed until November . It canceled its third-quarter earnings announcement , which had been scheduled for this morning . +0 424711 424638 The bonds traded to below 60 percent of face value earlier this year . They traded down early this year to 60 percent of face value on fears Aquila may default . +1 2625003 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " +1 1638113 1638056 Under Mexican law , bounty hunting is considered a form of kidnapping . Bounty hunting is illegal in Mexico , and the bounty hunter was charged with kidnapping . +1 1754653 1754711 The unusual decision to declassify an intelligence report came in an attempt to quiet a growing controversy over Mr Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . The unusual decision to declassify a major intelligence report was a bid by the White House to quiet a growing controversy over Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . +1 1784506 1784464 But the FBI never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi - even though it had received information that he was a Saudi agent , the document says . But the bureau never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi — despite receiving prior information he was a secret Saudi agent , the report says . +0 2995843 2996163 Several doctors and courts have found Schiavo to be in a persistent vegetative state , but Byrd disagreed . Many doctors say she is in a persistent vegetative state and cannot recover . +1 2336453 2336545 Federal Emergency Management Administration designated $ 20 million to establish the registry . The registry was launched with $ 20 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency . +0 616341 616249 That compares to a net loss of $ 6.6 million , or 47 cents per share , on revenue of $ 15.5 million in 2002 's second fiscal quarter . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . +0 1853205 1854204 He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . +1 1499177 1499012 About two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice and others decided to protect and polish what remained . Then , about two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice , the Aviation Trail group and others made a decision to protect and polish what remained . +1 1015152 1015262 He said sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest , but discretionary items are still weak . Potter added that sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest but sales of discretionary items such as decorative accessories are still weak . +0 869697 869241 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 11.83 points , or 1.20 percent , to 975.93 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . +1 160228 159941 France , Russia , China and others had advocated a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . +0 2205356 2205241 Second comes HP ( 27 percent with $ 2.9 billion , up just 0.4 percent ) . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . +1 720572 720486 BREAST cancer cases in the UK have hit an all-time high with more than 40,000 women diagnosed with the disease each year , Cancer Re-search UK revealed yesterday . Cases of breast cancer in Britain have reached a record high , with the number of women diagnosed with the disease passing the 40,000 mark for the first time . +0 3417991 3417841 The discoveries came a day after a package bomb burst into flames in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi , who was not injured . The discoveries came after a package bomb went off in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi on Sunday . +1 1605818 1605806 " It was never our intention to sell the product , " said Health Minister Anne McClellan , a skeptic of medical marijuana use . " It was never the intention of us to sell product , " federal Health Minister Anne McLellan said yesterday in Edmonton . +0 2382455 2382471 The scientists wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how best to use technology such as brain imaging to study consciousness . The scientists , not surprisingly , wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how they meditate . +1 1669431 1669454 But homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , have now been postponed indefinitely . But the timing of homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , is now indefinite . +1 1756399 1756323 He was in Cincinnati helping another daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . Rowell , 57 , was out of state helping his wife 's daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . +1 2497070 2497346 In the entire fiscal year , the company lost a record $ 1.27 billion , or $ 2.11 a share , on sales of nearly $ 3.1 billion . For the entire fiscal year , Micron lost a record $ 1.27 billion on sales of just under $ 3.1 billion . +0 221357 221459 The indictment supercedes a criminal complaint filed against Quattrone on April 23 with similar charges . The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . +1 1705098 1705278 " I don 't think my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week , " he said . In a conference call yesterday , he said , " I don 't think that my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week . " +0 2440680 2440474 GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and another 340,000 retirees and spouses . They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . +1 2228143 2228563 Obviously , I 've made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous and all those things , because that 's the way I always was . " Obviously , I have made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous because that 's the way I was . " +1 3018474 3018539 " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes . " " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes , " FCC chairman Michael Powell said . +0 3023261 3023282 Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said they stand by their reporting . Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said the Supreme Court did not address the merits of the case . +1 520053 520147 In addition to O 'Connor , Rehnquist 's majority opinion was joined by Justices David Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg , and Stephen Breyer . Joining him in the majority opinion were Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor , David H. Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . +1 3179543 3179259 But he added , " Once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " " However , the report also tells us that once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " +1 1363423 1363801 Stony Brook University launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection between electromagnetic fields and cancer . The State University at Stony Brook launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection . +0 3389680 3389709 It was the first suicide attack in Israel since October 4 , when a bomber killed 23 people . The first Palestinian suicide attack in Israel killed eight people in April 1994 in the centre of Afula . +1 1391169 1390984 They include Ask Jeeves Inc . , Global Crossing , Aether Systems , Clarent , Copper Mountain Networks and VA Linux , now VA Software . They included Global Crossing , Akamai Technologies , Ask Jeeves , Copper Mountain Networks , Etoys and VA Linux . +0 726399 726078 Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of prisons for one day with credit for time served , " Breyer said to tumultuous cheers in the courtroom . " Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons for one day with credit for time served . " +1 2440664 2440782 The UAW earlier this week reached tentative agreements , also for four years , with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. The union earlier this week announced tentative agreements with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. +1 315771 315639 Then the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs , the judge said . But the judge , Louis York , said the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs afterward . +0 969673 969585 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . +0 3361322 3361301 In New York , $ 7,646 is spent annually on each Medicaid recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . New York has by far the country ’ s most expensive Medicaid program , costing taxpayers $ 7,646 per recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . +1 1953229 1953216 Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the same the day the bodies were identified through DNA testing . +1 2994387 2994521 In Kentucky , Democratic Attorney General Ben Chandler faces U.S. Rep. Ernie Fletcher . Kentucky : Republican Ernie Fletcher , a three-term House member , is battling Democratic state Attorney General Ben Chandler . +0 3331138 3331090 Other retailers that will be affected are Argos , part of GUS , and privately owned Littlewoods . The other main electrical goods retailers are Argos , part of GUS , privately owned Littlewoods and PowerHouse . +1 1389502 1389257 Sun filed its lawsuit after an appeals court in Washington upheld the U.S. government 's antitrust case against Microsoft . Sun filed the suit after the government 's successful antitrust suit against Microsoft . +1 2912388 2912129 Jewish and Muslim leaders expressed horror at the proposals , which have not been approved . Jewish and Muslim leaders objected to the proposals , which were never approved . +1 539375 539596 A female attendant , 25 , was slashed across the face as the attacker closed on the cockpit . A female colleague , 25 , was slashed across the face as the man continued to try to reach the front of the plane . +0 3372294 3372337 Of the 23.5 million high-speed lines , 16.3 million provided advanced services , which the FCC defines as speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . A total of 16.3 million lines provided advanced services , those services at speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . +0 2490559 2490490 Daniel said it takes about two hours and 15 minutes to drive from his home to Nashville . Daniel said D 'Antonio left between 7 : 15 p.m. and 8 p.m and it takes about two hours to drive from his home to Nashville . +1 3320347 3320265 Cullen , 43 , is charged with murdering a Catholic clergyman and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center . Cullen , 43 , is charged with killing a Roman Catholic Church official and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville . +1 2111776 2111618 Authorities appealed to the public Friday to come forward and provide what could be the key to solving the sniper-style shootings that have killed three people outside area convenience stores . Authorities looked to the public yesterday for help in solving the deadly sniper-style shootings of three people outside Charleston-area convenience stores . +1 1138606 1138842 Duke and North Carolina have been resolute in their positions against expansion . Two schools , Duke and North Carolina , have steadfastly opposed expansion . +0 1806664 1806683 Despite generic competition for acne drug Accutane , flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion . Flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion , while diagnostics sales fell one percent in francs to 3.57 billion . +1 1110070 1109913 Tehran has said it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . +1 1909338 1909392 Financial terms of the deal , expected to close this month , were not released . Financial terms of the sale , which is expected to be completed by the end of August , were not disclosed . +1 1892206 1892096 It also hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to explore refinancing or restructuring of $ 175 million in senior notes due next year . ATA also has hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to evaluate options for refinancing or restructuring $ 175 million of 10.5 percent senior notes due in August 2004 . +1 397102 397138 At last week 's meeting with U.S. President George W. Bush , Roh said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue . " The two leaders said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue " . +1 1692094 1692026 Analysts have predicted third-quarter earnings of 16 cents a share and revenue of $ 7.15 billion , on average . Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . +1 2654641 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathleen Gregg one of six appointees to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest US lender for students . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . +1 2328114 2328440 After hours of negotiations , a SWAT team burst in early yesterday and found Hoffine dead . Early Friday , the SWAT team burst in and found Hoffine dead . +1 2617727 2618289 " I never grabbed anyone and then pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts , and stuff like that . That I pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts and stuff like that : this is not me . +1 2720998 2720694 " The death of al-Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " Arroyo said in a statement on Monday . " The death of Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " President Gloria Arroyo said . +1 1460092 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday , as did Mills . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . +0 2691257 2691033 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Market 's composite index rose 3.41 points to 1,915.31 . The benchmark S & P / TSX composite index rose 29.12 points yesterday to 7,633.61 . +1 533903 533818 " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " Rumsfeld said in a speech to the Council on Foreign Relations . " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " he said . +1 1166473 1166857 Mr. Young said he was disappointed that the government didn 't see the severe acute respiratory syndrome crisis as worthy of federal disaster-relief money . Young said he was disappointed the government didn 't see the SARS crisis as worthy of federal disaster relief money . +0 89215 89463 Last week , Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic ties and restoration of air services with Pakistan . The move follows a recent proposal by Mr Vajpayee , whoended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic links and restoration of air services with Pakistan . +1 476611 476710 Evacuation went smoothly , although passengers weren 't told what was going on , Hunt said . Passengers were evacuated smoothly , although they were not told what was going on , he said . +1 2134759 2134730 By Wednesday , the Red Planet will come as near to Earth as it has been in 60,000 years . On Wednesday , at 7.51pm , Mars will be the closest to Earth it has been for 59,619 years . +1 673728 673502 Microsoft will seek to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. The software maker is seeking to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. +1 144089 143697 The 12-nation currency has risen by 33 percent against the dollar over the past 15 months . The euro is up 9 percent against the dollar in the past six weeks . +1 3439854 3439874 In February 2000 , the officers — Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy — were acquitted of all charges in the killing . The officers -- Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy -- were acquitted in 2000 of state murder charges . +1 3464314 3464302 I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . " I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . . . It was mostly a monologue . " +1 2332633 2332760 Before the blast , Wells told police he had been forced to rob the bank and asked police to help him remove the bomb . Wells , 46 , said he was forced to rob the bank and asked police to help take the bomb off . +1 2284830 2284862 " Our party will never be the choice of the NRA - and I am not looking to be the candidate of the NRA , " he said . Our party will never be the choice of the N.R.A. , and I 'm not looking to be the candidate of the N.R.A. , " a reference to the National Rifle Association . +1 735664 735691 Since last April , scientists have learned how acrylamide is formed . Scientists are working to determine how exactly how acrylamide is formed in food . +1 1474104 1474149 One of the company 's employees was hospitalized in critical condition at Lee Memorial Hospital in Fort Myers , said hospital administrative assistant Alex Reichert . One of the employees who survived the blast and fire was hospitalized in critical condition in Fort Myers . +1 2008984 2009175 The state 's House delegation currently consists of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Democrats hold a 17-15 edge in the state 's U.S. House delegation . +1 222647 222469 Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The share price of Berkeley-based Xoma lost 73 cents a share , or 13 percent , to $ 4.76 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 448931 449038 " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he told a news conference to introduce his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he said at a news conference in which he introduced his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . +1 606121 606463 Under the adjusted definition , officials Thursday listed 29 cases as suspected and said that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . Another 29 cases were listed as suspected , and officials warned that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . +1 1964079 1964053 " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , the CDC 's director , told a news briefing Thursday . " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , said Thursday . +0 1491651 1491626 Mr Howard said he also had faith in the system under which Hicks could be tried . Mr Howard also said yesterday that Hicks would be fairly treated , saying he had faith in the US justice system . +0 1020818 1020742 Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident conducted a search Monday at the home of Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , head of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix . Police investigating a deadly hit-and-run accident went to the home of Phoenix 's Roman Catholic bishop on Monday and found the windshield of his car caved in , authorities said . +0 816867 816831 Freddie also said Leland C. Brendsel will retire as chairman and chief executive and resign from the board . He replaces Leland Brendsel , 61 , who retired as chairman and chief executive . +1 3279020 3278928 Progress Software plans to acquire privately held DataDirect Technologies for about $ 88 million in cash , the companies said Friday . Progress Software Corp. is acquiring DataDirect Technologies Ltd . , a privately held supplier of data-access software , for approximately $ 88 million , the companies said Friday . +0 953766 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.17 to $ 42.51 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +0 2082967 2082948 Hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the lower Texas coast as Tropical Storm Erika sped across the Gulf of Mexico and headed for landfall . One month after Hurricane Claudette pounded Texas , hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the coast as fast-moving Tropical Storm Erika churned across the gulf . +1 101770 101706 Dos Reis also pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and another girl on a different occasion . Dos Reis had earlier pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and one other girl in a separate incident . +0 1045971 1046014 As previously announced , the final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . +0 2438711 2438762 The Java Enterprise System bundles a slew of Sun software for a yearly subscription of $ 100 per employee . For instance , the core Java Enterprise System will cost $ 100 per employee in the US . +1 3192029 3192176 The memorandum analyzed lawful activities , such as recruiting demonstrators , and illegal activities , such as using fake documentation to get into a secured site . The memo analyzed lawful activities like recruiting demonstrators , as well as illegal activities like using fake documentation to get into a secured site . +1 2694905 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . +1 2578751 2578762 Even when the exchange detected violations , it often failed to take disciplinary action , the SEC said . Even when the exchange detected such violations , it " often failed to take appropriate disciplinary actions " against individuals or firms . +1 2409831 2409825 United said the new airline will expand next year to 40 Airbus A320 jets , each seating 156 passengers . United said it the new airline use 40 jets , each seating 156 passengers . +1 1584601 1584582 Now they are waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan will try and repair the damage in his testimony to the House next week . Now they were waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan would try to repair the damage done to bond prices in his testimony to the House next week . +1 123259 123215 Medical investigators matched the body 's teeth to Aronov 's dental records this morning , medical examiner 's spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . Investigators matched the dead womans teeth to Aronovs dental records Wednesday morning , medical examiners spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . +1 464934 464508 Joe Nichols captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits " The Impossible " and " Brokenheartedsville . " Joe Nichols , who is touring with Jackson , captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits The Impossible and Brokenheartedsville . +1 1404563 1404480 They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared with 5.1 percent taking a placebo . About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . +1 1809427 1809438 The compilers are available in two flavors : the Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + retails for USD $ 399 and is intended for application development use . The compilers are available in two forms : The Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + is available from Intel for $ 399 , and is intended for applications development . +1 1496252 1496053 Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco , Firearms and Explosives said . Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the Lamb Entertainment 's warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the ATF said . +0 1892983 1892817 BA shares were up 0.59 percent at 170 pence in early afternoon trading , slightly outpacing London 's FTSE 100 Index which was up 0.28 percent . BA shares closed down 0.89 percent at 167-1 / 2 pence , slightly lower than London 's FTSE 100 Index which was down 0.28 percent . +1 698940 698952 Martha Stewart shares fell $ 2.03 , about 18 percent , to $ 9.17 and were the NYSE 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell 4.6 percent , or $ 4.04 , to $ 83.38 and was the blue-chip Dow 's biggest percent loser . +1 2977283 2977187 By late Thursday afternoon , Putnam said the U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . Earlier this week , Putnam said the Manhattan U.S. Attorney had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . +1 62677 62780 The shares represent more than half the 115.9 million shares Turner held at the end of April , according to Bloomberg data . The sale represents about 52 per cent of the 115.9 million shares Mr Turner held at the end of April . +1 1980836 1980762 In turn SuSE will license Java 2 Standard Edition while also formalising an existing agreement to distribute Sun 's Java Virtual Machine for running Java applications . Nuremberg , Germany-based SuSE will license Sun 's Java 2 Standard Edition ( J2SE ) and ship Sun 's Java Virtual Machine across its Linux software line . +1 192285 192327 We 'll be listening carefully to the [ IAEA ] director general 's report at the next board meeting . " We 'll be listening carefully to the ( IAEA ) director-general 's report at the next board meeting . " +1 3054567 3054599 Mr. Rush is the only witness to the events in the pilothouse who has spoken to investigators . Rush is the only witness to the wheelhouse events who has spoken with investigators , Weinshall said . +1 2158948 2159004 Geoghan , 68 , was taken to Leominster Hospital , where he was pronounced dead at 1 : 17 p.m. Mr. Geoghan was taken to the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster , Mass . , where he died at 1 : 17 p.m. +1 3099575 3099600 " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising , " said IAB President and CEO Greg Stuart . " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , " Stuart says , " marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising . " +0 1927806 1927828 Rescue and search operation had been going on since the tragedy happened on Thursday night , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . Rescue and search operation was on to find them , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . +0 2632504 2632655 Fidelity Investments , the nation 's largest mutual-fund company , said it received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer 's office regarding its investigation to potential fund-trading abuses . Fidelity Investments has received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer , who is investigating charges of market-timing and late-day trading in the mutual fund industry . +0 558330 558449 " Tony 's not feeling well , " Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said . We 're thrilled to be up 3-2 , ' ' Coach Gregg Popovich said Wednesday . +1 1772514 1772604 Both devices use version 5.2 of the Palm operating system and feature a new design , which resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels around 180 degrees . Both devices use Palm OS 5.2 and feature a completely new form factor that resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels 180 degrees . +1 2794695 2794721 General Myers told reporters that " at first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken " . " At first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken , " said Gen. Richard Myers , chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff . +1 2221459 2221675 Trading volume was incredibly light at 500.22 million shares , below an already thin 611.45 million exchanged at the same point Thursday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . +0 1749694 1750057 Officials with the rebel group Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy could not be reached for comment Saturday . The main rebel force , the Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy , fears a peacekeeping force could bolster Taylor . +1 1258293 1258203 Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's first quarter , although it might explain the drop and quick recovery in sales this quarter . Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's March quarter , although it could explain the drop and quick recovery in sales during the current quarter . +1 2688145 2688162 In that position , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , president and CEO of EMC . As executive vice president of new ventures , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , EMC 's president and chief executive . +1 3294207 3294290 But with the PM due to leave tomorrow afternoon for personal reasons there was a risk he might not be present when the final decision was made . But with the Prime Minister due to leave tomorrow , a day early , he may not be present when the final decision is made . +0 91456 91526 " These are defining moments for players and organizations , " Anaheim coach Mike Babcock said . " There are defining moments for players and organizations where you are measured . +0 1662145 1661888 He led Philippine police to a tonne of TNT that officials say was intended for planned attacks in Singapore on Western targets , including US and Australian diplomatic posts . He led Philippine police to a ton of TNT officials say was intended for attacks on Western targets in Singapore , including the US Embassy . +1 3385298 3385192 They did not nationalize them , " Manouchehr Takin , an analyst at the Center for Global Energy Studies in London , said . They did not nationalize them , " said Manouchehr Takin of the Center for Global Energy Studies . +1 2525175 2525241 Since both companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely the two signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period of time . Because the companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely they signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period . +1 1497386 1497195 The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa opened its doors a day early . The dice are rolling at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa . +1 3372938 3372948 BioReliance 's stock closed down 2 cents yesterday at $ 47.98 per share . Shares of BioReliance sold at $ 47.98 at the close of market yesterday , down 2 cents . +1 2328433 2328183 In 2001 , Evan helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student shot and killed by a teen gang member , said Alexis Lukas , the program supervisor . In 2001 , Nash helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student who was fatally shot by a 14-year-old gang member , program supervisor Alexis Lukas said . +1 1438024 1437790 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . The Standard and Poor 's 500-stock index , a broad collection of equities representing leading companies , finished its best quarter yesterday since the last three months of 1998 . +1 986931 986600 The draft statement said progress on the nuclear issue and the pending trade deal were " interdependent , indissociable and mutually reinforcing elements " . They said progress towards resolving the nuclear issue and progress in the trade talks were " interdependent , essential and mutually reinforcing elements of EU-Iran relations " . +1 1338 1768 The S & P 500 finished 13.78 points higher at 930.08 , or 1.5 per cent , the highest level since January 14 . The S & P rose 13.78 , or 1.5 percent , to 930.08 , the best level since Jan. 14 . +1 539376 539602 The Qantas colleagues were last night in a serious but stable condition after being rushed to Royal Melbourne Hospital . The two flight attendants were in a serious but stable condition last night after being rushed to the Royal Melbourne Hospital . +1 2051717 2051635 The trial , featuring 125 witnesses , could continue until the start of 2004 . The trial , which could last until early 2004 , is expected to hear the first of 125 witnesses Friday . +1 3277340 3277316 But price declines have remained below 30 percent , year over year , for the last two quarters , said IDC analyst John McArthur . McArthur told internetnews.com price declines have moderated and remained below 30 percent from the previous year for the last two quarters . +1 349539 349129 The previous weekend record for an R-rated film was $ 58 million for " Hannibal . " The previous biggest R rated opening was " Hannibal 's " $ 58 million . +1 840212 840236 The second rover is scheduled for launch later this month , and both vehicles are expected to arrive at Mars in January . The second rover is scheduled for launch on June 25 and both will arrive at Mars in January . +0 205100 205145 A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . +1 361380 361266 The per-share earnings were 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +0 3242051 3241897 Mr. Kerkorian tried unsuccessfully to take over Chrysler in 1995 , but did win representation on its board . Kerkorian and Tracinda had also tried to take over Chrysler in 1995 . +1 1012958 1013020 The Sars illness , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan , and economic uncertainty in Europe and the US have depressed air travel . The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and economic uncertainty in Europe and America have depressed air travel . +1 392504 392701 The 2002 second quarter results don 't include figures from our friends at Compaq . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . +1 2338968 2339109 A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . SACRAMENTO A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . +1 2635882 2636067 A man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , ``tried to go back in and get the rest of them but the smoke wouldn 't let him , ' ' she said . She said another man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , " tried to go back in ... but the smoke wouldn 't let him . " +0 1455299 1455540 Defense lawyers had said a change of venue was needed because massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . Defense lawyers had requested a change of venue for two reasons : They argued that massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . +1 3313491 3313751 WHO spokeswoman Maria Cheng agreed , saying : " It looks very much like an isolated event . " " It looks very much like an isolated event , " World Health Organization spokeswoman Maria Cheng said . +1 2889534 2889485 The GAO found cable rates have increased 40 percent over the past five years , versus 12 percent inflation during the period . The GAO found that cable rates have increased by 40 percent during the past five years , far above the 12 percent inflation in that period . +1 2266154 2266086 The stock has risen 44 cents in recent days . The stock had risen 44 cents in the past four trading sessions . +0 1534981 1534961 Dowdell was transported to Boston Medical Center with nonlife-threatening injuries . Both were taken to Boston Medical Center . +1 3453247 3452798 GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . Georgia Bureau of Investigation spokesman John Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " +1 2045019 2045249 Sen. Charles Schumer , D-N.Y. , sent a letter to President Bush Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . Sen. Charles Schumer ( D-N.Y. ) , a supporter of Boxer 's bill , sent a letter to President Bush on Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . +1 2126941 2126894 The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . The Rev. Christopher Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , did not immediately return several calls seeking comment . +0 2690379 2690520 He was sentenced in June to more than seven years in prison for securities fraud , perjury and other crimes . He was sentenced to more than seven years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including securities fraud . +1 2950570 2950537 They looked at their son-in-law and his relatives , but did not exchange words . She looked at her son-in-law and his relatives at times , but the two sides did not exchange words . +0 1656916 1656909 The woman felt threatened and reported the incident to police , and around 2 : 30 p.m. Stackhouse was arrested . The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . +0 2151922 2151544 Maurice Greene advanced to the semifinals of the 100-meter dash at the World Track and Field Championships . Rogge was a witness to Drummond 's tantrums Sunday at the World Track and Field Championships . +0 2082955 2082880 Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 with 85-mph wind . Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 , classified as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph . +1 2429805 2429675 Two brothers who were among seven Portland suspects accused of aiding terrorists have decided to plead guilty to conspiring to aid al-Qaida and the Taliban , officials said Wednesday . Two brothers who were among seven people accused of aiding terrorists pleaded guilty yesterday to charges of conspiring to help Al Qaeda and the Taliban during the war in Afghanistan . +1 1263107 1263625 Media giant Vivendi Universal EAUG.PA V.N set to work sifting through bids for its U.S. entertainment empire on Monday in a multibillion-dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . +1 1196763 1196698 Like Viacom , GE -- parent of NBC -- is also seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared to the likes of Bronfman or Davis . Like Viacom , General Electric is seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared with Bronfman or Davis . +0 1277805 1277554 He was revived but was pronounced dead at Virginia Medical Center in Arlington . He was declared dead on arrival at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington at 9 : 13 a.m. +1 202294 202143 The proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading 33 pages of documents outlining allegations against him . Proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading a 33-page accusation letter to the court . +1 2865933 2865910 He urged the US to provide clear rules on what would happen at possible trials . Government sources said Mr Howard urged the US to provide clear rules governing any potential trials . +1 2635067 2635269 Scruggs , who did not testify , was cleared of a second charge of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . The six-member jury cleared Scruggs of a second charge that accused her of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . +1 164331 164305 The rebels suspended peace talks with the government April 21 citing a lack of progress . The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam suspended peace talks April 21 citing a lack of progress . +1 3015455 3015474 " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me , " Nancy Reagan said in a statement to Fox News Channel last week . Nancy Reagan issued a statement last week to the Fox News Channel saying , " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me . +1 1137117 1137134 As you know , East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past . " " East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past , " said State Department spokesman Philip Reeker . +1 2854483 2854528 People who have this disorder absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . Haemochromatosis is a disorder in which people absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . +1 486096 486255 Although deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , the Beatles popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock music . Although the Beatles were deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , their popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock groups . +1 1619275 1619419 Mr. Berg says in an advertisement for it , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " In an advertisement for the book , Berg says , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " +0 18720 18757 Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . LendingTree shares rose 43 percent , or $ 6.31 , to $ 21 , more than doubling in the last two months . +1 2529776 2529858 He said the district had been waiting for the subpoenas and had always planned to comply once it received them . Mr. Caramore said the district waited for the subpoenas and planned to cooperate with the investigation . +1 3185752 3185722 In their study , researchers tested the hearing of 479 men between 20 and 64 years old who were exposed to noise in their jobs . Barrenas 's team tested the hearing of 479 men , aged 20 to 64 , who were exposed to noise in their jobs . +0 3214298 3214269 In May 2002 , Malikah Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn for more than $ 20 million in damages after the MTA objected to their headdresses . In May , Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn that seeks more than $ 20 million in damages , Hart said . +1 2511546 2511573 " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " Levi Strauss Chief Executive Officer Phil Marineau said in a statement . " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " said Phil Marineau , the chief executive . +1 1123031 1122968 In Nigeria alone , the report said , as many as 1 million women may be living with the condition . In Nigeria alone , the report estimated that between 100,000 and 1 million girls and women are suffering from the condition . +1 1944746 1944634 Global HRT sales , which are dominated by Wyeth of the US , were worth $ 3.8bn in 2001 , according to Data- monitor , the London-based market research company . Global HRT sales were worth $ 3.8bn ( 2.4bn ) in 2001 , according to Datamonitor , the London-based market research company . +0 1076861 1077018 Glover spoke at a news conference that included about 20 relatives of the victims . About 20 family members of the victims were invited to the news conference . +1 121273 121431 The migrants were first spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two small patrol boats were sent to the area , Doss said . The Cubans were spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two vessels were sent out to the area , Petty Officer Ryan Doss said . +0 2453201 2452916 Dunlap won both the swimsuit competition and the talent portion of the competition , singing " If I Could . " She won the talent portion singing " If I Could " and also won in evening wear . +1 2995266 2994938 " I don 't want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " said Missouri Congressman Dick Gephardt . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told the Register . +1 3423206 3423272 Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates this market will total $ 12 billion in 2004 . Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates that the Gigabit Ethernet switch market will total about US $ 12 billion in 2004 . +1 152254 151884 Robbins said he wants to take any network like ESPN that charges more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make those optional choices for consumers to buy . Robbins said he wants to take networks such as ESPN that charge more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make them optional choices . +1 371171 370953 Fourteen of those infected passengers sat within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , said Mike Ryan , WHO 's global coordinator for anti-SARS efforts . Of those , 14 were passengers sitting within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , Ryan said . +0 222561 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped 89 cents , or 16 percent , to $ 4.60 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 1702240 1702219 It names Shelley , Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters Conny McCormack , and registrars in Orange and San Diego counties as defendants . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . +1 1715420 1715441 He reiterated Schroder 's statement last week that Berlin would consider sending peacekeepers to Iraq only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations under a U.N. mandate . German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said last week that Berlin will consider sending peacekeepers only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations . +1 1269300 1269572 The four were remanded in custody and will appear before the magistrate 's court again on July 8 . The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . +1 1355730 1355910 Four years ago , Nike was sued in state court by California activist Marc Kasky under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . Four years ago , California activist Marc Kasky sued Nike under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . +1 2117321 2117259 At one of the three sampling sites at Huntington Beach , the bacteria reading came back at 160 on June 16 and at 120 on June 23 . The readings came back at 160 on June 16 and 120 at June 23 at one of three sampling sites at Huntington Beach . +1 3187659 3187625 " This will put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said Friday during a roundtable discussion with reporters at NASA headquarters . " This is going to put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said during a breakfast with reporters . +1 2969732 2969833 The next court session will be when the three-judge tribunal announces its verdict in mid-February . The court 's three-judge tribunal was expected to give its verdict next February . +1 2662654 2662740 Microsoft has won a patent for an instant messaging feature that notifies users when the person they are communicating with is typing a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . +0 920072 920500 Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.49 , to $ 50.01 , on the New York Stock Exchange after official acknowledgment of the criminal investigation . Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.50 on Wednesday , to close at $ 50 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 349049 349540 X2 took in $ 17.1 million for a total three-week take of $ 174 million . Elsewhere in theaters this weekend , " X2 " earned $ 17.1 million to raise its three-week total to $ 174 million . +1 2514532 2514516 Four other men who were also charged in June have already pleaded guilty . Four of the defendants have pleaded guilty to weapons charges and other counts . +1 228848 228809 But its most popular comedy , Friends , is going into its last season . But its most popular comedy , Friends , will sign off after a two-hour finale next May . +0 572517 572552 He was arrested Tuesday night at a northwest Atlanta tire shop after a national manhunt . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . +1 2886301 2886361 NASA satellite images show that Arctic ice has been shrinking at the rate of nearly 10 percent a decade . Researchers found that sea ice in the Arctic is disappearing at a rate of 9 percent each decade . +1 2134174 2133850 The Lockheed Martin-built SIRTF is the last of NASA 's Hubble-class " Great Observatories . " SIRTF is the last of NASA 's so-called Great Observatories . +1 1464992 1465145 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the Northfield-based company . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . +1 1033210 1033371 Sgt. Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because Reed was jaywalking . Sergeant Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because the victim had been jaywalking . +0 1487245 1487166 I loved the Brazilian music I played . " I 've played Brazilian music , but I 'm not Brazilian . +1 1997704 1997857 The book , scheduled for release next month , is described by Franken as a criticism of right-wing leaders and media spokesmen . The book , scheduled for publication next month , has been described by Franken as a criticism of right wing leaders and media spokespeople . +1 1758028 1758256 Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the thefts of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . +1 2566398 2566564 The affidavit said British customs officials stopped al-Amoudi at Heathrow Airport last month when he was attempting to travel to Damascus , Syria . The affidavit says al-Amoudi was detained Aug. 16 attempting to travel from London to Damascus , Syria . +1 3409469 3409439 " New " farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for " protection " but former farmers say the packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . Farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for protection , although some packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . +1 3364087 3364117 Albertson 's and Kroger 's Ralphs stores locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . +1 1715922 1715771 The decision means that Qarase must invite up to eight Labor Party members into cabinet . Mr Qarase must now invite up to eight Labour Party members into cabinet . +1 992373 992505 " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.5 million jobs in America , " said the senator , a much-decorated Vietnam War veteran . " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.7 million jobs in America , " Kerry said . +1 20674 20598 Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2-million in fiscal 2003 . Dell made $ 950,000 in salary and nearly $ 2.5 million in bonus pay during the fiscal year . +1 2961847 2961942 As part of his deal , Mr. Delainey has agreed to cooperate in the continuing investigation . Dave Delainey agreed to cooperate with federal prosecutors in exchange for the plea . +1 1273812 1273622 The United States accuses Saddam loyalists of attacks on oilfields and pipelines crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . Loyalists are also believed to be behind attacks on oil pipelines and fields that are crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . +1 3243255 3243288 Mall operators and retailers reported fewer people camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although many parking lots were crowded by early afternoon . Mall operators and retailers reported fewer shoppers camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although parking lots were beginning to fill at some East Coast shopping centers . +1 1749177 1749195 Josephine Burke , who ran the unlicensed daycare , eventually served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child neglect charges . Josephine Burke , who ran the illegal day care , served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child-neglect charges . +0 2996144 2996097 Bob Schindler : That 's correct , and the strategy behind that is , we wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from . " We wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from , " said Robert Schindler . +0 3042512 3042476 Judge Philpot told Dica : " There is no evidence of your remorse . A judge branded Mohammed Dica 's behaviour " despicable " and added : " There is no evidence of your remorse . " +0 462816 462552 Earlier Friday , Taiwan reported 55 new cases but no new deaths . Yesterday , Taiwan reported 65 new cases , its biggest one-day increase yet . +1 2550399 2550236 Hedge funds came under renewed scrutiny recently when New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer unveiled a probe of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . The industry came under renewed scrutiny recently with the launch by New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer of an investigation of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . +1 1707031 1707102 Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . Operating revenues were down about 1 percent to $ 4.55 billion , from $ 4.59 billion . +0 1792412 1792293 As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia " and sang snippets of her songs . As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia . " +0 2643487 2643530 In 2001 , 8.4 per cent of six-year-olds and 15 per cent of 15-year-olds were obese . One in seven 15-year-olds and nearly one in 10 six-year-olds are obese . +0 1056720 1056700 Most of the alleged spammers engaged in fraudulent or deceptive practices , said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior VP and general counsel . " Spam knows no borders , " said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior vice-president and general counsel . +1 2323107 2323116 Since December 2002 , Evans has been the vice chair of the U.S. Chief Information Officers Council . Evans is also the vice-chairman of the Federal Chief Information Officers Council . +0 2631000 2630970 Companies that fall under that definition are subject to much less stringent regulation . Phone companies , which have argued that DSL should be subject to less regulation , had mixed reaction . +1 1455072 1454998 Many of the countries affected , like Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to the Western Hemisphere . Many of the affected countries , such as Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to this hemisphere . +1 724286 724433 The huge bottom-line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion pound assets writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . The huge bottom line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion-pound asset writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . +0 809904 810197 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . Police have arrested a " potential suspect " in the abduction of 9-year-old Jennette Tamayo , San Jose Police Chief William Lansdowne said Monday . +1 901129 901115 BOCHK chief executive Liu Jinbao was transferred abruptly to Beijing last month . He was chief executive of BOCHK until he was suddenly recalled to Beijing last month . +1 57272 57252 In case the company does not turn in the reports before the end of May , it is likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . If the company did not turn in the results before the end of May , it was likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . +1 2529315 2529412 Watson , of Whitakers , N.C. , was found guilty of making a false threat to detonate explosives , and destruction of federal property . Dwight Watson , 50 , was convicted of making a false threat to detonate explosives and of destroying federal property . +1 2792426 2792528 " The gloves are off , " said UNIFI official Rob O 'Neill . Unifi official Rob O 'Neill said : " The gloves are off . +1 2095803 2095786 Drax faced a financial crisis late last year after it lost its most lucrative sales contract , held with insolvent utility TXU Europe . Drax ’ s troubles began late last year when it lost its most lucrative sales contract , with the insolvent utility TXU Europe . +1 3295420 3295389 It 's one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . Giving up half the duties is one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . +1 2515695 2515725 His harsh criticism of PLO chairman Yasser Arafat led to his books being banned for a time by the Palestinian Authority . His harsh criticism of the PLO 's chairman , Yasser Arafat , saw the Palestinian Authority ban his books for a time . +0 1467048 1466992 The 2000 Democratic platform supported " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families in the life of the nation . " The Democrat 's 2000 platform didn 't explicitly support gay marriages but backed " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families into the life of the nation . " +1 2515275 2515371 " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the [ touch-screen ] machines for the 2004 presidential primary , " said Gilles W. Burger , State Board of Elections chairman . " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the revised Diebold machines , " said Gilles W. Burger , chairman of the Maryland State Board of Elections . +0 2646742 2646642 He has a preliminary hearing Thursday to determine whether he 'll stand trial . The question is whether there will be a hearing to determine if Bryant will stand trial . +1 2848296 2848358 " They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous , " said the Oscar-winning film director . He said : “ They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous . +1 2112330 2112376 But I would rather be talking about high standards than low standards . " " I would rather be talking about positive numbers rather than negative . +1 1868925 1869072 WorldCom , brought down by an $ 11 billion accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . WorldCom , decimated by a massive accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . +1 2422440 2422460 Launched from the space shuttle Atlantis in 1989 , Galileo will have travelled about 4.6 billion kilometres by the time it hits Jupiter . Launched from space shuttle Atlantis ( news - web sites ) in 1989 , Galileo will have traveled about 2.8 billion miles by the time it hits Jupiter . +0 125211 125001 Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or stricter bans . Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . +0 1122252 1122290 Both papers are being published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . The study appears today in the New England Journal of Medicine . +1 2706273 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but state trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . +1 2095729 2095799 The US investment bank said : " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . +1 381280 381254 Available in June , Bare Metal Restore 4.6 costs $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client for new customers . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . +0 2053014 2053108 Both Estrada and Honasan have denied any involvement in the failed military rebellion . Mr Estrada has denied any involvement in the plot . +1 3389318 3389271 It was not immediately known how many people were on flight UTA 141 , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . It was still not known exactly how many people were on the plane , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . +1 543300 543242 But the country is scrambling to prevent it spreading to the vast countryside where most of its 1.3 billion people live . China is scrambling to stop the disease from spreading to the countryside , where most of its 1.3 billion people live . +1 2240263 2240744 But labor leaders said it was often difficult for these Americans to join a union because many employers fought organizing efforts . But labor leaders say it is often hard for these people to join a union because many employers aggressively fight organizing efforts . +0 3294412 3294375 Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries , " he said . Before the commitee was formed , Mr Howard was defiant , saying Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries " . +1 212885 212588 The Democratic primary results have a margin of error of plus or minus 6.1 percentage points . The Democratic sample has an error margin of plus or minus 6.1 percent . +0 1851865 1851822 Advertising revenue at the FT newspaper was down 18 percent in the first half and circulation was down 5 percent . Advertising revenue at the Financial Times was down about 18 percent in the first half and recent months have seen little improvement . +1 1477526 1477562 " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 , " said a statement by Michael A. Cardozo , the city 's corporation counsel . He added that : " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 . " +1 698948 698933 The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally drove the broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index .SPX up more than 20 percent since mid-March . The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally pushed the broad S & P 500 index up more than 20 percent since mid-March . +1 2063290 2063193 Samuel Waksal , ImClone 's former CEO , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years for securities fraud . Waksal , who pleaded guilty to securities fraud charges , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years . +1 185327 185283 Scotland Yard said the three were charged under the Anti-Terrorism , Crime and Security Act 2001 , with alleged failure to disclose information about acts of terrorism . Scotland Yard said in a statement it had charged a 46-year-old man and two women aged 27 and 35 with failing to disclose information about acts of terrorism . +1 539585 539355 Witnesses said they believed the man planned to crash the Launceston-bound Qantas flight 1737 , which was carrying 47 passengers and six crew . Witnesses believe he wanted to crash Flight 1737 , which had 47 passengers and six crew . +1 1380723 1380525 In Virginia , Mr. Kilgore , a Republican , accused the court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens . " The Virginia attorney-general , Jerry Kilgore , accused the Supreme Court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens " . +1 2827562 2827543 The deal will combine Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with IBM 's DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products . Big Blue will integrate Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with its DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products designed for businesses . +1 156755 156708 The research is set to change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . Now research by Melbourne 's Alfred Hospital will change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . +1 349160 349058 Spider-Man snatched $ 114.7 million in its debut last year and went on to capture $ 403.7 million . Spider-Man , rated PG-13 , snatched $ 114.7 million in its first weekend and went on to take in $ 403.7 million . +1 314162 314661 In Las Vegas , agents entered two clubs — Cheetah 's and Jaguars — along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar and pool hall in downtown Las Vegas . In Las Vegas , federal agents stormed two clubs - Cheetah 's and Jaguars - along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar in downtown . +0 2371383 2371261 The announcements were made at the International Broadcasting Convention ( IBC ) in Amsterdam . The submission was on Monday , but the announcement was made Friday at the International Broadcasting Convention in Amsterdam . +1 3444065 3444032 Because of the holiday period , the agency will not release data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . Because of the holidays , CDC is not releasing data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . +1 684848 684557 As Samudra sat down to hear the indictment , he looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted ``God is Great ' ' three times . As he sat down to hear the indictment , Samudra looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted " Takbir ! " , or " Proclaim ! " , a religious rallying cry . +1 654227 654356 IBM said it believes that the investigation arose from a separate SEC investigation of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit , which markets and sells point-of-sale products . The company added : " IBM believes that the investigation arises from a separate investigation by the SEC of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit . +1 2992682 2992869 " I think the financial diplomacy here of the sort that we are engaged in is the surest course to get the result we want . " " The financial diplomacy we 're engaged in is the surest course to get what we want , " Mr. Snow said . +1 3036166 3036117 " No , what I do is I answer questions as to whether or not the help that is available is being delivered , " Bush said . " Now I want to know whether or not the help that is available is being expedited and made available . +1 2009633 2008963 Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . Since then , Texas Gov. Rick Perry has called two special sessions trying to push the measure through . +0 392080 392190 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 4.95 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,486.14 . The more broadly based Nasdaq Telecommunications Index rose 0.7 percent . +1 2491734 2491748 " The difference is just something called the tuner , which is a very small piece of equipment . " The only difference is a tuner , a small piece of electronics . " +1 450437 450533 When the butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly towards the sun , presumably because they no longer had any sense of time . And when butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly toward the sun , apparently having lost their sense of time . +1 1793609 1793547 They said he organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . Agents described Carlow , 50 , as a " major player ' ' who organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . +1 670712 670500 In addition , David Jones will pay him $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain leases . DJs will pay homewares and furniture group Freedom $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain store leases . +0 1705277 1704990 Indeed , Mr. Weill , a self-described workaholic , said he planned to remain very involved in the company . Still , Mr. Weill will remain very much a power at the company . +1 1590753 1590946 Tisha Kresler , a spokeswoman for Global Crossing , declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . +0 1688452 1688470 The agreement between architect Daniel Libeskind and representatives of developer Larry Silverstein gives architect David Childs the lead role in developing the " Freedom Tower . " The collaboration gives architect David Childs , who has done extensive work with Silverstein , the lead role in developing the tower , which is to be the world 's tallest . +1 948905 948771 O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos from spy satellites might have been able to detect the small crack in the wing . O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos would have enough resolution to detect small cracks in the wing panels . +1 692252 692188 Residents forced out of their homes on Sunday returned Monday , many to floods in their basements or lower floors . Residents of 220 homes forced out of their houses Sunday returned Monday , many to flooded basements or lower floors . +1 545646 545773 Initial reports indicated the shots had been fired from inside a mosque . According to Central Command 's initial reports , the attackers fired from a mosque in the city . +1 2934300 2934243 Last week , the executive committee of the Board of Trustees issued a no-confidence vote in Goldin . But last week the executive committee of the board of trustees gave him a vote of no confidence . +0 1141068 1141051 Mahmud controlled access to Saddam for everyone but immediate family members , Pentagon officials said . Mahmud controlled access to Saddam and was frequently at his side . +1 127940 127709 Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and also a member of the management board of DaimlerChrysler , said both EPI and Pratt & Whitney had presented " excellent proposals . Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and a member of DaimlerChrysler 's management board , said EPI and P & W had presented " excellent proposals . +1 467443 467517 The TAAD and SAR-x chips are priced from $ 125 to $ 300 in quantities of 10,000 . The products are priced at $ 575 and $ 295 in quantities of 10,000 . +1 1489846 1489778 The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are published in the July 1st issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . +1 146291 146112 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . +1 216483 216440 D 'Cunha said , from a science standpoint , Toronto 's last case was April 19 , so the all-clear day was actually yesterday . He said , from a science standpoint , the city 's last case was April 19 , so the all clear day was actually yesterday . +0 2498626 2498602 Mike Austreng , editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded student taken from the school by helicopter . Mike Austreng , the editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded person airlifted from the school and another taken away by ambulance . +1 347634 347652 They describe themselves as " lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco " . The journal says : " Both are lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco . " +1 3444814 3444661 A photograph of the doctor 's son , Ariel , holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . +1 3449037 3449133 Inamed shares closed down nearly 12 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . Inamed shares dropped as much as about 16 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . +0 745879 746177 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 21.35 points , or 1.33 percent , to 1,624.91 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . +1 586478 586493 Before completion , the group will take surplus cash of 16.5m from TCG to reduce its net borrowings . Prior to completion , CCG said it will also extract surplus cash of $ 27 million to reduce net borrowings . +1 3383800 3384248 Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights -- including seats on other airlines -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . +1 2139532 2139550 " Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO & President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " said Falcon in a statement . Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO and President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " Falcon said . +0 453142 453099 For the year , Marvell expects revenue of $ 760 million to $ 790 million . Marvell Technology also reported revenue of $ 168.3 million , exceeding the First Call estimate of $ 162.6 million . +1 1465018 1465168 In trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Kraft shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 . Kraft 's shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1353169 1353351 The European Union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 ; the United States is now demanding that the EU end its ban . The union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 after many consumers feared health risks . +1 1787617 1787556 Stealing identities and credit card numbers with bogus e-mail and websites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned Monday . Stealing identities and credit-card numbers with bogus e-mail and Web sites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned yesterday . +1 2268394 2268584 He was listed last night in critical but stable condition at Kings County Hospital Center , police said . That victim , a New Jersey resident , was in critical but stable condition at the hospital . +1 240387 240350 Investigators have meticulously looked into virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , Campbell has acknowledged . Investigators continue to probe virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , the former mayor has said . +1 3372296 3372332 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , advanced services lines of all technology types increased by 56 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . +1 1973651 1973712 On Sunday August 3 , the House of Deputies voted nearly 2-1 in favor of the Reverend Gene Robinson of New Hampshire . On Tuesday in Minneapolis , the House of Bishops gave final approval on a 62-43 vote for the Rev. V. Gene Robinson of New Hampshire to become bishop . +1 338398 338968 Federal officials gave the DPS officer an FAA number to call to initiate lost-aircraft procedures . Federal officials then gave the Texas DPS officer a number to call at the FAA to initiate lost aircraft procedures . +1 2731394 2731255 After 26 hours of surgery and a year of anticipation , the boys were separated Sunday at Children 's Medical Center of Dallas . Two-year-old Egyptian twin boys , born with their heads conjoined , have been separated after 26 hours of surgery at the Children 's Medical Centre in Dallas . +1 1390978 1391163 But the settlement also defers any payment to investors , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . Any payment to investors will be delayed , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . +1 2959224 2959270 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " SCO Group said in an answer filed to an IBM court filing . " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " states SCO in documents filed with the U.S. District Court for Utah . +0 1378255 1377995 The Nasdaq composite index dropped 33.90 , or 2.1 percent , to 1,610.82 , having risen 1.1 percent last week . The Nasdaq composite index rose 16.74 , or 1 percent , to 1,650.75 . +0 2372859 2372881 Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 4.6 percent after raising its targets for chip sales on Friday . Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 3.8 percent after saying on Friday it was seeing positive developments with its U.S. dollar sales . +1 3393882 3393858 Police searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday , and prosecutors had sought to interrogate him that day only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . Magistrates searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday and tried to question him the same day , only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . +1 237165 236886 The rule bars groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . It upheld fallback rules that bar the same groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . +1 2277401 2277378 Last year , Cuban officials said none of nearly two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas on time to attend the Grammys in Los Angeles . Cuban officials said that last year none of about two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas in time to attend the Latin Grammys . +1 2254641 2254589 The 244th Engineer Battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , the military said . The battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , military officials told The Associated Press . +1 781342 781555 Xerox shares closed at $ 11.45 , up 2 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . Xerox shares rose 2 cents to close at $ 11.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2396342 2396238 It may suggest that the exchange give up its regulatory powers . It has no jurisdiction over his pay but does oversee the exchange 's regulatory powers . +1 354039 353906 At midday Saturday , automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiyah neighborhood , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . Automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiya neighborhood at midday today , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . +1 2815623 2815848 Southwest , the largest U.S. discount airline , said Friday that inspections of its fleet of 385 planes had found no additional items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . +0 1708629 1708560 The vulnerability affects Windows NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , XP and 2000 , as well as Windows Server 2003 . Microsoft issued a patch for the vulnerability , which affects Windows NT 4.0 , Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . +0 3065731 3065834 The FBI later learned that two of the hijackers had lived near Awadallah in San Diego . The government charged that Awadallah knew both hijackers when they lived in the San Diego area . +0 749633 749912 " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " He urged employees to " avoid complacency " and to " change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " +0 1466172 1466251 The panel said some of NASA 's cameras were obsolete and others no longer have a good view , because of civilian buildings built near them . Others no longer have a good view , it said , because of civilian buildings built near them . +1 701402 701449 Both companies automate many channels , though XM has some live programming , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . Both companies automate many channels , although XM has some live programming anchored by disc jockeys who can field requests , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . +1 3076578 3076653 The national denomination of the Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the American branch of the worldwide Anglican Communion , which has 77 million adherents . +1 358546 358608 That means that if the planet is in a season , it will continue to brighten for the next 20 years . If what scientists are observing is truly seasonal change , the planet will continue to brighten for another 20 years . +1 1194276 1193886 Neighboring Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hopes that Massachusetts ' supreme court will take a similar step soon . Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hope that Massachusetts ' high court will take a similar step within a few weeks . +1 2383845 2383877 Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI was up 0.1 percent last month , compared to a rise of 0.2 percent in July . Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI is seen rising 0.2 percent , matching the July figure . +1 1777871 1777960 The matriarch - who celebrates her 81st birthday next month - was yesterday thanked for her generosity by model and actor Sarah O 'Hare , the National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . The matriarch , who celebrates her 81st birthday next month , was thanked personally yesterday for her generosity by actress Sarah O 'Hare , National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . +1 2290718 2290988 The researchers at Imperial College London had previously shown that the hormone could suppress the appetites of lean people . Bloom and his colleagues had previously shown that the hormone , PYY3-36 , could curb the appetites of lean people . +1 3046158 3046275 Voyager 2 , also launched in 1977 , lags some 1.6 billion miles behind Voyager 1 . Voyager 1 was launched on September 5 , 1977 , 16 days after its companion , Voyager 2 . +1 3015236 3015328 The film stars James Brolin as Mr. Reagan and Judy Davis as Mrs. Reagan . Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . +0 405201 405182 Wind River also cut costs , reducing first-quarter operating expenses by 28 percent to $ 47.1 million . Operating expenses fell 28 percent to $ 47.1 million in the first quarter from $ 65.8 million a year earlier . +1 2164195 2164454 But Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi in connection with previous bombings in India . Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi for past bombings . +1 2501607 2501591 A federal judge yesterday disconnected a new national " do-not-call " list , just days before it was to take effect , saying the agency that created it lacked the authority . A federal judge yesterday struck down the national do-not-call registry slated to take effect Oct. 1 , ruling the Federal Trade Commission had no authority to create the list . +1 1571089 1571025 The U.S. Conference Board said its latest measure of business confidence hit 60 after falling to 53 in its first quarter survey . The Conference Board said its measure of business confidence , which had fallen to 53 in the first quarter of 2003 , improved to 60 in the most recent second quarter . +0 921805 921755 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.69 points , or 0.98 percent , at 994.53 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > gained 18.35 points , or 1.13 percent , to 1,646.02 . +1 2338980 2338968 A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . +1 3332052 3331940 New York City will get an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the bonuses this year , compared with last year 's $ 125.4 million . New York City will collect an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the 2003 bonuses , compared with the $ 125.4 million it collected in 2002 . +1 1953719 1953643 Under state law , DeVries must be released to the jurisdiction in which he was convicted . Under state policy , DeVries was to be returned to San Jose , where he was last convicted . +1 1308432 1308295 Whitney said officials evacuated a YMCA camp that had been scheduled to host 250 people beginning Sunday . Whitney said officials evacuated a camp where 250 people were expected to arrive Sunday . +1 3335514 3335455 AN inquest into the car crash that killed Princess Diana will be held January 6 , the royal family 's coroner announced overnight . Inquests into the deaths of Diana , Princess of Wales and Dodi Fayed will be formally opened in the New Year , the Royal Family 's coroner announced yesterday . +1 1424734 1424584 United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan suggested on Monday that the United States should lead a multinational force to stop fighting between government forces and rebels in Liberia . U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Saturday called for the urgent dispatch of a multinational force to Liberia to halt fighting between government and rebel forces that has killed hundreds . +0 750991 751125 Chairman Michael Powell and FCC colleagues at the Wednesday hearing . FCC chief Michael Powell presides over hearing Monday . +0 773545 773722 MessageLabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , said it had filtered out 27,000 infected e-mails in 115 countries as of Thursday morning . Messagelabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , has labeled the worm " high risk " and reports more than 31,000 infections in 120 countries . +0 582699 582690 " We think it 's great news , " Enron spokesman Eric Thode said . Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . +0 381394 381254 Veritas said new customers can buy Bare Metal Restore for $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . +0 350042 350051 Officials at Microsoft and Lindon , Utah-based SCO couldn 't be immediately reached for comment . Microsoft in Europe could not be immediately reached for comment . +1 2763475 2763440 They did so after her feeding tube was removed this afternoon , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . They did visit after her feeding tube had been removed , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Roman Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . +1 3437671 3437440 He is expected to ask banks for around € 50m this week to keep the company afloat . He is expected to ask for a lifeline of around € 50m to pay suppliers and keep the company afloat . +1 327456 327366 Economists said that raised the odds of a rate cut at the Fed 's next meeting on June 24-25 . Economists said those concerns raised the odds that the Fed might reduce rates at its next meeting on June 24-25 . +1 3255139 3255157 The company had an operating loss of $ 56.7 million in the first half of 2003 . In the first half of this year , the company lost $ 56.7 million . +0 1798982 1799475 She has a boyfriend , too , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family Tuesday . She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . +1 607991 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . +0 582690 582670 Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . " We think it 's great news , " said Enron spokesman Eric Thode . +1 1794122 1794228 " In 1980 , 6 % of children aged six to 18 were overweight , " he said . From 1976 to 1980 , it said , 6 percent of children ages 6 to 18 were overweight . +1 737789 737933 He could get six to seven years in prison , plus fines . The charges carry up to 25 years in prison and $ 1.25 million in fines . +1 3277346 3277330 In the total external disk storage system market , revenue increased 1.5 percent year over year in the third quarter , to $ 3.2 billion . In the total external disk storage system market , McArthur said revenue increased 1.5 percent year-over-year in Q3 to $ 3.2 billion . +1 1583456 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . +1 3159648 3159697 An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by an eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , researchers have found . An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by a maddening eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , doctors reported on Saturday . +0 795984 795913 The legislation , which now goes to the full House , would amend the state 's 1988 corporate takeover law . The state House on Thursday approved legislation intended to clarify Michigan 's corporate takeover law . +0 3075693 3075784 They said the child was taken to Nassau County Medical Center for observation . The boy was taken to Nassau University Medical Center , where staff said he was " doing okay . " +1 3085147 3085018 The airline said the results showed that its recovery programme and other initiatives were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . It said today ’ s results showed that programme and other measures were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . +0 1279909 1279881 In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 34 points to 9,107 , while the Nasdaq composite index rose 2 points to 1,612 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . +1 347017 347002 In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once bustling streets , ubiquitous department stores stand mostly empty and restaurants are eerily quiet . In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once-bustling streets and department stores and restaurants are virtually empty . +1 1592037 1592076 In a statement , Lee said he " no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on my name when naming Spike TV . " Spike Lee no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on his name by calling its own venture " Spike TV , " according to a statement read in court Tuesday . +1 2319051 2319099 The seven other nations in the initiative are Britain , Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal and Spain . Other nations involved in the PSI include Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal , Spain and Britain . +1 1653312 1653243 " Accusations of improper activity are as false today as they were when the Democrats first made them , " Grella said . Accusations of improper activity are as false today as when the Democrats first made them . " +0 487931 488007 The euro was at 1.5276 versus the Swiss franc , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . +1 1257237 1257412 The Aspen fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by Monday on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . +0 3013483 3013540 Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong says China plays an important role in the integration of Asia , including managing the stresses and strains both within and between countries . HAINAN PROVINCE , China : Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong said China plays an important role in the integration of Asia . +1 666384 666485 The court on Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . +1 838787 838830 In 1999 , Mauritania became only the third Arab League state to establish full diplomatic relations with the Jewish state . It is one of only three states in the Arab League to hold full diplomatic relations with Israel . +1 1196004 1196099 Just across a river , St. Joseph has trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beachfront . Less than a mile away , across a river , St. Joseph features trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beach front . +1 2340480 2340449 That client component , the Microsoft Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , is what Microsoft posted for free download Tuesday . Microsoft released Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , the first software client , for free download earlier this week . +1 2020252 2020081 The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , an issue Microsoft on July 16 had warned about . The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , which Microsoft warned of 16 July . +1 1799157 1799761 But in Palestine , her rural neighbourhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had nothing but praise for Pte Lynch . In Palestine , a rural neighborhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had effusive praise for Lynch . +1 1387945 1388069 Justices Stephen Breyer , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Anthony Kennedy disagreed . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . +1 2965237 2965069 Cool , moist air moved into Colorado early Thursday and brought precipitation to two wind-whipped wildfires that had forced thousands to flee and threatened several hundred homes . Cool , moist air moved into Colorado overnight , raising hopes for firefighters battling two wind-whipped wildfires that forced thousands to flee and threatened hundreds of homes . +1 347274 347378 The latest outbreak seems to have begun with one of the female patients , a transfer from Jen Chi Hospital in Taipei . The outbreak seems to have begun with one of the roommates , a transfer from Taipei 's Jen Chi Hospital . +1 1724409 1724310 Its second-quarter earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double its prediction in April . But an earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double what Ford had predicted in April . +1 1641154 1641055 The board 's final report , expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the Columbia accident that killed seven astronauts , Gehman said . The board 's final report , which is expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the accident . +1 2840953 2840899 Treasury prices rose slightly , sending the 10-year note yield down to 4.38 percent from 4.39 percent late Friday . Treasury prices gained for the third day in a row , pushing the 10-year note yield down to 4.35 percent from 4.36 percent late Monday . +0 826611 826464 But it is clear that the Joint Intelligence Committee was not involved . This report was cleared by the Joint Intelligence Committee . +1 2000409 2000365 Microsoft acquired Virtual PC when it bought the assets of Connectix earlier this year . Microsoft acquired Virtual PC from its developer , Connectix , earlier this year . +0 2614947 2614904 The premium edition adds OfficeFront Page 2003 , Acceleration Server 2000 , and SQL Server 2000 . The premium edition adds ISA Server , SQL Server and a specialized edition of BizTalk 2004 . +0 983573 983700 PFP Legislator Kao Ming-chien ( ) , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to join the conference , will arrive in Malaysia today . Kao , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to attend the conference , however , was absent from the delegation . +0 1744257 1744378 In the year-ago quarter , the steelmaker recorded a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents per share , on sales of $ 1.14 billion . In the second quarter last year , AK Steel reported a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents a share . +1 2090590 2090456 Earlier , he told France Inter-Radio , " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic . " " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic , " Health Minister Jean-Francois Mattei said on France Inter radio . +0 1268103 1268213 SARS or severe acute respiratory syndrome emerged in November last year . Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome has infected 8459 people , 805 of whom died . +0 1119721 1119714 Sony claimed that the reader 's capacitance sensing technology cannot be fooled by paper copies and does not require cleaning . Its capacitance sensing technology electronically reads a fingerprint ; Sony says it can 't be fooled by paper copies and doesn 't require cleaning . +1 1983258 1983180 Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles , publicist Allen Eichhorn said Sunday . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . +1 2475319 2475452 Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . +1 1628189 1628166 He said there was no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card for hotels , motels or other overnight stops . There is no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card at any motel or overnight lodging , he said . +0 2464878 2465098 Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . Officers talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . +0 1513394 1513490 " There are some who feel that if they attack us , we may decide to leave prematurely , " Mr Bush said at the White House . " There are some who feel like conditions are such that they can attack us there , " Bush told reporters at the White House on Wednesday . +0 1686539 1686168 That fire , the largest wildfire in state history , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . +1 1723480 1723289 He listed LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line as toys that were stealing market share . LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line all were stealing market share , he said . +1 1186754 1187056 Amazon.com shipped out more than a million copies of the new book , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . Amazon.com shipped more than a million copies by Saturday afternoon , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . +1 2129589 2129472 Bush said that he ordered the Treasury Department to freeze the assets after the suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed 20 people Tuesday . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . +1 2842562 2842582 The show 's closure affected third-quarter earnings per share by a penny . The company said this impacted earnings by a penny a share . +1 2617726 2618287 " A lot of these are made-up stories , " Schwarzenegger told NBC television . " Well , first of all , a lot of these are made up stories , " Mr. Schwarzenegger said . +0 603159 603135 He said that President Bush 's proposed Clean Air Act amendment , called the Clear Skies Initiative , would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . He said that by allowing power companies more flexibility , the Clear Skies Initiative would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . +0 2873361 2873517 Gates dismissed the challenge from open-source programs such as Linux , which is gaining adherents in the public and private sectors . But Gates dismissed the challenge coming from open-source programs , including those written for operating systems such as Linux . +1 655516 655401 The global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the SARS virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll is 770 with more than 8300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . +1 2530067 2530487 Chances were , he said more than a week ago , he would see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . Chances are , he will see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . +0 1947412 1947484 The appeal came as NATO was preparing to the take command of the 5,000 strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) on Monday . The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation on Monday assumes command of the 4.600-strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) which is helping with security and reconstruction in the Afghan capital . +1 69687 69610 Compared with the same quarter last year , Cisco earned $ 729 million , or 10 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.82 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . +1 2852505 2852372 He adds : " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room . " " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room , " Mr Gest says of one incident . +1 2029542 2029603 In the interview , Janet Racicot said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water early Saturday morning . Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . +0 2355787 2356027 After the war she spent three years in custody but tribunals cleared her of any wrongdoing . After the war , she spent three years under Allied arrest . +1 3200940 3201393 Jackson , 45 , posted a $ 3 million bond and returned to Las Vegas , where he is filming a music video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . +0 431076 431242 After the two-hour meeting on May 14 , publisher Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr . , executive editor Howell Raines and managing editor Gerald Boyd pledged quick remedies to staff grievances . The committee will make recommendations to Publisher Arthur Sulzberger , Executive Editor Howell Raines and Managing Editor Gerald Boyd . +1 667124 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " she said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . +1 2213910 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of torture , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . +0 640880 640597 " There 's nothing we can do to stop " the water flow , Stegman said . " Right now , there is nothing we can do , " Stegman said . +1 404585 404787 Mr. Soros branded Mr. Snow 's policy shift a " mistake . " Soros criticised Snow 's policy shift as a " mistake " . +1 1268437 1268577 The Federal Open Market Committee meeting gets under way on Tuesday with a monetary policy decision due on Wednesday . The Federal Open Market Committee will end its two-day policy-setting meeting and announce its decision on Wednesday . +0 2408619 2408559 Late last month Microsoft restricted access to its MSN Messenger network . Microsoft last month said it is updating its MSN Messenger service in October . +1 3407279 3407314 Rashidi Ahmad , 33 , was found dead in his pickup truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , near Franklin Boulevard . Sheriff 's deputies found Ahmad in his truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , just south of the Sacramento city limits along Franklin Boulevard . +0 2784891 2784624 Bolivia 's army fought to stop columns of protesters from streaming into the food-starved capital on Wednesday as a popular uprising against the president spread . Bolivia 's army fought to stop a column of dynamite-wielding miners from streaming into the besieged capital on Wednesday , leaving two dead as a popular uprising against the President spread . +1 231001 231030 Both Mr Blair and Foreign Secretary Jack Straw have denied that Britain had reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . Mr Blair and the Foreign Secretary , Jack Straw , have denied Ms Short 's claims that Britain has reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . +1 1393764 1393984 It 's been a busy couple of days for security gurus assigned to keep their companies safe and sound . It 's been a busy couple of days for enterprise security gurus tasked with the job of keeping their companies safe and sound . +0 2232494 2232543 They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports with the remainder Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . +0 1988217 1988201 Johnson and four other protesters were arrested soon afterward for blocking the roadway , a state misdemeanor . Johnson and four other protesters , ages 69 to 86 , were arrested for blocking the roadway . +1 3438092 3438142 The government has chosen three companies to develop plans to protect commercial aircraft from shoulder-fired missile attacks , homeland security officials announced Tuesday . The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it has selected three companies to continue research into ways to thwart shoulder-fired missile attacks on U.S. commercial aircraft . +1 1466129 1466006 Vivendi argues the agreement had not been approved by the board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances when new CEO Jean-Rene Fourtou took over . Vivendi argues the agreement was not approved by its board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances at the time . +1 2923681 2923670 Two Americans killed in a recent ambush in Afghanistan were contract employees of the CIA , the agency said Tuesday . Two CIA operatives have been killed in an ambush in Afghanistan , the CIA said yesterday . +0 2916199 2916164 Lu reclined in a soft chair wearing a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . " It 's great to be back home , " said Lu , dressed in a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . +1 2530671 2530542 Gov. Bob Riley proposed the budget cuts after Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 . After Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 , Riley forecast significant cuts in state programs . +1 3445922 3445856 Over the weekend , NASA landed a six-wheeled robot on Mars to study the planet . Last Saturday , a six-wheeled robot developed by NASA landed on Mars and began sending back images of the planet . +1 539640 539371 Mr Charlton was in the third aisle when a man in a brown suit raced past him with his hands in the air , armed with the stakes . He said a man in the seventh row in a " brown suit raced past me with his hands raised in the air " armed with sharp stakes . +1 1536566 1536602 On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed another case , this one against Merrill Lynch investors in the firm 's Global Technology Fund . On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed a similar class-action lawsuit filed by investors who lost money in Merrill 's Global Technology fund . +0 3092148 3092128 Overall control will be wielded by a national security council , headed by Mr Arafat . The other six security agencies will report to a National Security Council headed by Arafat . +1 758335 758269 Congress twice passed partial birth bans , but former President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the need for a health exception , vetoed both measures . Congress passed the measure twice and President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the lack of a health exception , vetoed it . +1 1307707 1307622 The Syrian government has said nothing in public about the raid . The Syrian government has had no public reaction to the clash . +1 2483416 2483366 Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other and Hackett had no connection to Colby , Doyle said . State police Lt. Timothy Doyle said Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other , and that Hackett had no connection to the college . +1 2679225 2679025 At another point , Mr. Bush said : " The choice was up to the dictator , and he chose poorly . " The choice was up to the dictator and he chose poorly , " Mr Bush said . +1 219064 218969 " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . +1 2286593 2286504 Two hours earlier , they had recovered the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . Just before dawn Tuesday , searchers found the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . +0 495996 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " +1 2527952 2527760 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 . The median household earned income fell $ 500 over the same period to $ 42,400 . +1 2082070 2081886 President Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " for Americans about the nation 's outdated power grid . President George Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " to modernise the nation 's power-sharing system . +1 3153783 3153726 Eugene Uhl followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . +1 2380521 2380281 The main change , said Jim Walton , CNN 's president , is a fundamental shift in the way CNN collects its news . The main change , said CNN president Jim Walton , was a fundamental shift in the way the network collected its news . +1 1809381 1809368 The federal government intends to introduce legislation later this year that will ban unsolicited commercial e-mail , the Minister for Communications and Information Technology , Senator Richard Alston announced today . Australia will introduce legislation later this year to ban spam , the Minister for Communications , Information Technology and the Arts , Senator Richard Alston , announced today . +1 2635271 2635090 Legal experts said the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . +1 3064953 3064992 Five 17-year-olds have been charged with robbery and impersonating a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . +1 578185 578532 Doctors have speculated that estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . +1 2608381 2608419 They fear the treatment would leave 12-year-old Parker Jensen sterile and stunt his growth . The Jensens have said they fear the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . +1 2637178 2637350 No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . +0 2056695 2056127 Costner plays Charlie Waite , a cowboy with a violent past . In " Open Range , " Costner plays a cowboy who works with cattleman Robert Duvall . +1 2694821 2694682 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh , 52 , said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . +1 3034432 3034387 The Turkish troops also could be targets for attack , the ambassador acknowledged . Turkish troops almost surely would become targets for terrorists , the ambassador said . +0 377408 377367 You can reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or send e-mail to lberman @ detnews.com. You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. +0 2377289 2377259 Estonia 's place in the European mainstream and safeguard its independence regained in 1991 . Estonia was forcibly incorporated in the Soviet Union in 1940 and regained its independence only in 1991 . +1 2224622 2224687 The indictment ``strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , ' ' said U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . +0 2581013 2580985 Lee , 33 , told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . +1 2204550 2204582 Microsoft presented several options at the meeting , the consortium said in the statement . Microsoft officials presented " several options " it is considering , the W3C posting said . +1 1428181 1428275 About 25 governments have signed in the last four months , about half of those in the last three weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . +1 2439719 2439791 " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said lead director H. Carl McCall in a statement . " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said Carl McCall , the lead director of the NYSE board . +0 2110220 2110199 Franklin County Judge-Executive Teresa Barton said a firefighter was struck by lightning and was taken to the Frankfort Regional Medical Center . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . +1 3270885 3270862 Some 55 gang members and associates were arrested in a coordinated sweep across the West on Wednesday , some for charges not related to the casino brawl . About 57 gang members and associates were arrested across the West on Wednesday , some on charges not related to the casino brawl . +0 701341 701234 Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " +0 1369900 1369751 At the hearing yesterday , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men immediately released on bail , evidently unaware they had already left the country . At a hearing Wednesday morning , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men released on bail immediately . +1 3258665 3258734 Former Secretary of State Bill Jones has also expressed interest in the race but has not yet announced plans . Former Secretary of State Bill Jones , another potential major candidate , had not divulged his plans Tuesday . +0 2110325 2110199 Lt. Scotty Smither , a county firefighter , was struck by lightning . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . +0 3171466 3171578 " The flu season has had an earlier onset than we 've seen in many years , " said Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . +1 651796 651731 Johnsons site is www.katyjohnson .com. Maxs is www.tuckermax.com. Ms. Johnson 's site is www.katyjohnson .com. Mr. Max 's is www.tuckermax.com. +0 380073 379924 Gold 's rise pulled other precious metals higher , shunting silver to $ 4.81 / 83 an ounce from $ 4.77 / 79 last quoted in New York . Gold 's bounce pulled other precious metals higher , sending silver to $ 4.83 / 85 an ounce from $ 4.80 / 82 last quoted in New York . +1 166426 166354 Trade deals between manufacturers and grocery retailers or distributors have long been governed by complicated contracts that offer retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . Manufacturers and grocers or distributors have a long history of complicated contracts offering retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . +1 1095653 1095781 Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe theres no place but Lowes Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe there 's no place but Lowe 's Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " +1 2797254 2797312 It was the first speech by a US president to a joint session of the Philippines Congress since 1960 . President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . +1 1013480 1013210 We think they have the right to choose . " We think PeopleSoft customers deserve the right to choose , " Ellison said . +1 1927422 1927553 Pressed for details , Mr Warner said : " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group " . " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group , " Warner said . +1 2352216 2351995 Both rebels and government forces have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite the peace agreement . Both rebels and government forces , including those loyald to Taylor , have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite a peace deal . +1 171788 171546 He worked out how to get through the bone with his cheap " multitool " -type knife , made duller from futile attempts to scratch away at the rock . He worked out how to get through the bone with his ``multi-tool ' ' -type knife , made duller by futile attempts to chip away at the rock . +0 58543 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 14.17 points or 0.94 per cent to 1,517.05 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . +1 2522124 2522202 The juvenile arrested yesterday allegedly authored a variant of the worm known as " RPCSDBOT . " The variant the juvenile allegedly created was known as " RPCSDBOT . " +1 1027516 1027116 " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one as a stance against terrorism , " he replied . " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one to take a stance against terrorism . " +1 986927 986603 A draft statement , obtained by Reuters on Friday , stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . The EU statement stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge that Tehran is seeking nuclear weapons but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . +0 323440 323515 Jim Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , also was not available for comment immediately ; his secretary said he was reviewing the report . A secretary for James Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , said Eisenbrandt was reviewing the report this morning . +0 1864253 1863810 Police suspected that Shaichat , 20 , had been abducted either by Palestinians or by Israeli Arabs . Nobody claimed responsibility for Schaichat 's death , but police suspect that the 20-year-old soldier was abducted either by Palestinians or Israeli Arabs . +0 1580901 1580702 British ministers have been asked to explain why they gave undue prominence to the claim that Saddam Hussein could deploy chemical or biological weapons " within 45 minutes " . Ahead of the war , Blair cited British intelligence information that Saddam Hussein could deploy deadly chemical and biological weapons within 45 minutes . +0 3150803 3150839 During this year 's August to October quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores , including two relocations . During the third quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores and now has 932 stores in 45 states . +0 2239197 2239088 Staff writers Selwyn Crawford and Colleen McCain Nelson and Brian Anderson of DallasNews.com contributed to this report . Staff writers Brandon Formby and Colleen McCain Nelson contributed to this report . +1 1789130 1789041 SCO intends to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully paid-for way , he said . We intend to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully-paid for way . " +1 1684216 1684179 Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an intensive effort to support the still unproven claim that Saddam had forbidden weapons . Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an effort to support the administration 's still unproven claim that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction . +1 2643264 2643170 South Asia follows , with 1.1 millions youths infected — 62 percent of them female . Of the 1.1 million infected in south Asia , 62 % are female . +1 2854480 2854525 Researchers have identified roughly 130 genes on chromosome six that may predispose humans to certain diseases . Beck and his team have identified roughly 130 genes that somehow cause or predispose humans to certain diseases . +1 839301 839710 Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas told Palestinian Satellite TV the helicopter strike was a " terrorist attack . " Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas denounced the helicopter strike as a " criminal and terrorist " Israeli attack . +0 1690838 1690632 Government bonds sold off sharply after Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday that the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of extended growth " . Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of sustained growth " . +1 3089073 3089213 This is what Dr. Dean said : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . He told the Register : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . " +1 3444661 3444792 A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . A photograph of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . +1 1534078 1533998 Mayor Mike Bloomberg weighs in former football star William ' The Refrigerator ' Perry for the 88th annual Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest . Ex-Bears star William ' the Refrigerator ' Perry competes in the Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest Friday . +1 587502 587614 Stocks had surged on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . Wall Street enjoyed a hefty rally on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . +0 969381 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . +1 1754660 1754722 A senior Administration official who briefed journalists on Friday said neither Mr Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the estimate in its entirety . The senior administration official said neither Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the entire National Intelligence Estimate . +0 581577 581596 Shares of Mandalay closed down eight cents to $ 29.42 , before the earnings were announced . Shares of Mandalay closed down 8 cents at $ 29.42 Thursday . +0 2834738 2834791 Three each came from Africa , Asia and Latin America . But 62 % of Catholics live in Africa , Asia and Latin America . +0 1684863 1685118 Muhammad will stand trial for the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean Harold Meyers , 53 . Muhammad , 42 , is charged in the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean H. Meyers , 53 , at a gas station in Manassas . +1 559424 559879 You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys who are out there competing with you . " You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys that are out there competing with the best of us . +1 2727213 2727379 The consensus estimate of analysts polled by Thomson First Call called for a profit of $ 1.70 per share . Analysts polled by Reuters Research , a unit of Reuters Group Plc , on average forecast profit of $ 1.69 per share . +0 1471951 1471935 Poland has finished assembling a 9,200-strong multinational stabilisation force it will command in central and southern Iraq , Defence Minister Jerzy Szmajdzinski said on Wednesday . The advance guard of the 9,200-strong multinational stabilization force Poland will command in central and southern Iraq left Wednesday on the country 's biggest military mission in nearly 60 years . +0 953684 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . +0 249655 249749 Shares in Tellabs were up 16 cents , or 2.2 percent , at $ 7.34 in morning trading on Nasdaq . Shares in Tellabs , after initially rising , were unchanged at $ 7.18 on Nasdaq shortly after midday . +1 271891 271839 Sony said the PSP would also feature a 4.5-inch LCD screen , Memory Stick expansion slots . It also features a 4.5 in back-lit LCD screen and memory expansion facilities . +0 2861783 2862110 Columbine gunman Dylan Klebold is shown firing a sawed-off shotgun in a video tape released by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Department . Harris also appears in the tape released Wednesday by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Office . +0 222987 222901 The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . The yield fell 7 basis points to 3.61 percent , the lowest since March 12 and within 7 basis points of a 45-year low . +1 1598662 1598729 The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most--performers who have a hard time lining up work . Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . +0 2760410 2760324 Excluding the impact of accounting changes , Ford would have earned 13 cents a share . Excluding the $ 56 million charge and the accounting change , Ford 's third-quarter earnings amounted to 15 cents a share . +1 3067866 3067845 Sharon says he is willing to free the two as holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . Sharon has said he is willing to free Dirani and Obeid because holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . +1 1098141 1097919 PeopleSoft also said it expects the acquisition to close in the third calendar quarter of 2003 . PeopleSoft said the JD Edwards acquisition would close in the third quarter . +1 173827 173719 The dollar was also helped by concerns about possible yen- selling intervention by Japanese authorities . The dollar was helped on Friday by talk of yen-selling intervention by Japanese authorities on Thursday and Friday . +0 1123342 1123317 State health officials said Monday a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed Tuesday that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . +0 1615248 1615008 " It 's hard to believe that we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , which is a very profound decision . " " It 's hard to imagine we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , " Bush said . +0 2054464 2054792 After hours of debate , the Senate passed the reform package 32-4 . The House passed the bill 87-26 after the Senate approved it , 32-4 . +1 607207 607083 Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control this month . Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control in the last week of May . +1 167471 167369 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely . . . that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " +1 2658336 2658427 He 'll present his proposals to the state Legislature in January . The governor will present his budget proposals to the General Assembly in January . +1 2049267 2049335 Washington is wary of involvement , given its commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . The United States is wary of deep involvement in Liberia given commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . +1 2490925 2490771 But U.S. District Judge Joseph DiClerico denied their request in a brief ruling . In a brief ruling , US District Judge Joseph A. DiClerico Jr. denied their motion for an injunction . +0 1446259 1445947 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix , by J.K. Rowling , Scholastic , 870 pages , $ 29.99 . In ' ' The Order of the Phoenix , ' ' Harry is 15 , and fully a teenager at last . +0 782003 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors _ three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . +1 1048624 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several area families who had hiked up wooded hillsides in advance of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . +1 3154866 3154978 A 1991 Florida straw poll helped catapult a little-known Bill Clinton to national prominence . A similar Florida straw poll in 1991 brought attention to Bill Clinton , according to Democrats . +0 2829648 2829613 Clinton did not mention that two Democratic senators , Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted to shelve the McCain bill . Two Democrats , Sen. Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted with the 40 Republicans . +1 1934033 1933985 " Our own history should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " Rice said in reference to Iraq . " Our own histories should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " she said . +1 2045542 2045082 He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . Lakhani , 68 , is charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists and acting as an arms broker without a license . +0 3386414 3386441 In Lytle Creek Canyon , a 4-foot-high mud flow crossed a road , trapping a car . In Lytle Creek Canyon , the rain caused several mudslides , including a 4-foot-high flow across a road that trapped a car . +1 666915 667358 However , prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against guards , though Fine said his inquiry is not finished . Prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against corrections officers , although Fine said his inquiry was not finished . +1 1404480 1404314 About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . +1 987501 987609 Justices said that the Constitution allows the government to administer drugs only " in limited circumstances . " In a 6-3 ruling , the justices said such anti-psychotic drugs can be used only in " limited circumstances . " +1 1748331 1748343 Dr. Greg Robinson -- an AIDS patient -- left Health Canada 's advisory committee because of inconsistencies in pot access . Greg Robinson , a doctor who has AIDS , resigned from Health Canada 's advisory committee because of what he described as inconsistencies in the access program . +1 886904 887158 Some of the company 's software developers will join Microsoft , but details haven 't been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsoft 's security business unit . Some of the companys software developers will join Microsoft , but details havent been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsofts security business unit . +1 650062 650095 The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . +0 2929323 2929306 Peter Lyman and Hal Varian of Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems say that information production has increased by 30 percent each year between 1999 and 2002 . That task appealed to two masters of the megabyte , Peter Lyman and Hal Varian , professors at the University of California-Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems . +1 2209112 2209391 The league said it is not taking a position on whether Governor Gray Davis should be recalled in the Oct. 7 voting , and will not endorse a replacement candidate . The group said it is not taking a position on whether Davis should be recalled and will not endorse a replacement candidate . +1 139442 139370 In 1999 , NIST found , the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . +1 2469444 2469659 Mr Annan said terrorism " will only be defeated if we act to solve the political disputes and long-standing conflicts which generate support for it " . Annan said terrorism would only be defeated " if we act to solve the longstanding conflicts which generate support for it . " +0 2469350 2469343 Smackdown , first organized by WWE , registered more than 400,000 voters for the 2000 presidential election . Since the election , the group has registered more than 400,000 voters . +0 699968 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . +1 2889197 2889176 " He did a bad job going up there , " Mr. Villalona said . Villalona put it more bluntly : ``He did a bad job going up there , ' ' he said . +0 3351439 3351513 " Michael is innocent , " Jackson 's mother , Katherine , said in a written statement . " Michael Jackson is unequivocally and absolutely innocent of these charges , " Geragos said . +1 1319170 1319473 The German financial regulator , BaFin , may prove critical of WestLB 's risk assessment . An investigation by BaFin , the German financial regulator , has condemned the bank 's risk controls . +0 1853409 1854181 U.S. President George W. Bush said " the nation lost a great citizen " with Hope 's death . " The nation lost a great citizen , " U.S. President George W. Bush said Monday . +1 868100 868040 An Associated Press report is included . Material from the Associated Press supplemented this report . +0 3353310 3353302 The manufacturers include Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd . , and Sharp Corp. Companies expected to benefit from the funds are Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd. and Sharp Corp. +1 2725648 2725720 Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly will be between one and three . Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly could be as many as three . +0 173928 173865 The euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in early Asian trading before standing at $ 1.1525 / 30 . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . +1 842309 842484 Radio reports said hundreds of settlers converged on the four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . Army Radio reported early today that hundreds of settlers converged on four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . +1 2357993 2357953 " They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence of the risks of this and other drugs in the future . They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence for the dangers and risks of this and other drugs in the future . " +1 2119782 2119685 The computers were reportedly located in the U.S. , Canada and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . +1 2725674 2725751 He said the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons , but said he did not think that the Shenzhou V had military applications . He said he did not think that the Shenzhou V launch had military applications , even though the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons . +1 767089 767056 The leased applications are designed to help sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . Salesforce.com rents software that helps corporate sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . +1 2057020 2056955 And although he has acted in period dramas before in screen versions of Jane Austens Persuasion and Charlotte Brontes Jane Eyre Henchard is a breed apart . And although he has acted in period dramas before - in screen versions of Jane Austen 's " Persuasion " and Charlotte Bronte 's " Jane Eyre " - Henchard is a breed apart . +1 2482633 2482523 US District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for US Sugar Corp. , which led the fight for his ouster . U.S. District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for U.S. Sugar Corp. , which led the fight against Hoeveler . +0 2632692 2632767 Wal-Mart has said it plans to open at least 40 Supercenters in the state in the coming years ; analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . At least 40 of the outlets will be in California , and analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . +1 2240399 2240149 Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and to let unions organize the workers by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and labor 's demands to let its workers organize by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . +0 3380184 3380987 For Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) , the house means stability and family . Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) is desperate that her family not find out that her life has fallen apart . +1 2770134 2770265 The justices declined without comment to review the ruling that upheld physicians ' rights to speak freely with their patients . The justices declined without comment to review a lower-court ruling that said doctors should be able to speak frankly with their patients . +1 805457 805985 The opposition would resort to rolling mass action " at strategic times of our choice and without warning to the dictatorship , " he said . " From now onwards we will embark on rolling mass action at strategic times of our choice and without any warning to the dictatorship , " he said . +1 3282609 3282552 It has also been revealed the boy 's family filed two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a $ 165,000 settlement in one case . It has also been revealed that the boy ’ s family has launched two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a £ 90,000 settlement in one case . +1 1643570 1643198 Dr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure . Mr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure of 45 minutes in the dossier . +1 2896308 2896334 Federal Agriculture Minister Warren Truss said the Government still did not know the real reason the sheep were rejected at the Saudi port of Jeddah on August 21 . He said the Government still did not know the real reason the original Saudi buyer pulled out on August 21 . +0 820382 820723 Only 12 of the last 30 attempts to reach Mars have succeeded ( two are in transit ) . Of about 30 attempts to reach Mars , only 12 missions have succeeded . +0 186673 186613 Lucent 's stock shed 6 cents , or 2.7 percent , to close at $ 2.15 after heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . Lucent 's stock was up a penny at $ 2.22 in heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday afternoon . +1 243838 243710 Mitchell , Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya , Movin ' Out , complete the field . Brian Stokes Mitchell , who stars in a revival of Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya of Movin Out fill out the category . +1 2110775 2110924 Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said that scenario is one among many that investigators are considering . Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said investigators are considering the scenario . +1 521939 521928 But White House spokesman Ari Fleischer said yesterday : " The steps the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qa 'ida are insufficient . " " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient . +1 1357059 1357100 The Smyrna Nissan plant was recently named the most productive automotive manufacturing site in North America , said Kisber . Last week , a national study ranked Nissan 's Smyrna plant the most productive in North America . +0 3406445 3406440 On Hebert 's body were his wallet , driver license and cell phone , its batteries drained , Tracy said . He was identified by his driver 's license and cell phone , Utah County Sheriff Jim Tracy said . +1 3009743 3009639 Drewes and a friend were playing a game of " ding-dong-ditch " -- ringing doorbells and running away -- in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . Drewes and his friend were pulling a mischievous , late-night game of " ding-dong-ditch " knocking on doors or ringing doorbells and running in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . +1 724060 723590 Advertising and circulation revenues from the flagship Martha Stewart Living magazine have declined . Advertising and circulation revenues for Martha Stewart Living magazine have taken a hit . +1 2396679 2396818 That risk , described as minor , remains " the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the statement released after the Fed meeting said . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . +1 413097 413107 But right now it looks manageable , " Gehman told reporters . Right now it looks to me like it 's going to be manageable , " he said . +0 1614015 1613879 Elsewhere in the diary , Truman showed a more familiar side , colorful and outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . History aside , the diary reveals a colorful , witty , introspective and irreverent president outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . +1 2916184 2916154 Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Pedro Duque of Spain landed in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 0240 GMT . Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Spain 's Pedro Duque came down in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 2 : 40 a.m. GMT . +0 644152 643712 Authorities in Alabama said the passage of time , and the transfer or retirement of some investigators , has not hurt their case . Meantime , federal authorities in Alabama said the passage of time has not hurt their case against Rudolph . +1 3093470 3093389 Fasting glucose was 142 mg / dL on average for those given usual care , compared with 129 mg / dL in the group given specialized care ( P < .01 ) . Fasting glucose , used to measure diabetes risk , was 142 on average for those given usual care compared to 129 in the group given special treatment . +0 2268664 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in critical condition . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . +1 3261251 3261222 The remaining five men continue to be questioned under Section 17 of the Terrorism Act . Three men and two women who were at the property were arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 . +1 2002136 2002037 Wall Street is looking for a profit of 30 cents a share in the third quarter and $ 1.31 for the fiscal year . Analysts were expecting a profit of 30 cents a share for the third quarter and $ 1.31 a share for the full year . +0 882107 882059 Daniel C. Clark and James Hargadon ; a former priest , Bruce Ewing ; and two teachers are awaiting trial . Two other priests , the Revs Daniel C Clark and James Hargadon , and a former priest , Bruce Ewing , are awaiting trial . +0 1578836 1578673 A senior air force official and a member of parliament were also on board , state radio report said . A senior air force official and a member of Parliament also died in the crash , it said . +1 907751 907588 The Nets and the Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while causing their high-scoring American Basketball Association forefathers to cringe . The Nets and the San Antonio Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while embarrassing their high-scoring ABA forefathers . +1 1646704 1646618 Police spokesman Brigadier-General Edward Aritonang confirmed that another two men had been arrested yesterday , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang in central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . +1 248894 248865 Most taxpayers will get surprise tax cuts of between $ 4 and $ 11 a week from July 1 . Australia 's 9 million income taxpayers received surprise tax cuts of between $ 3 and $ 11 a week from Treasurer Peter Costello last night . +1 3446482 3446446 " I can tell you that it 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM . " " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " +1 3085795 3085540 Roberts said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of a major attack in Saudi Arabia . Roberts said on Fox News Sunday that said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of an attack in Saudi Arabia . +1 2527006 2527060 Neither immediately said his agency would appeal the decision , but many others following the case said an appeal was likely soon . Neither said whether they would appeal the decision but others said an appeal was certain . +1 2341846 2341677 BofA said yesterday it had " policies in place that prohibit late-day trading " . Bank of America says its policies prohibit late-day trading , which is illegal . +1 2879203 2878495 Palm Beach County is considering adding up to $ 200 million more in incentives . Palm Beach County is prepared to kick in another $ 200 million to build the institute 's campus . +1 1084599 1084669 Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that does not necessarily prompt thoughts of Lee . Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that doesn 't necessarily prompt thoughts of the 46-year-old film director . +1 883875 883827 The American troops , who also defend the mayor 's compound , have been attacked on two separate occasions . The American troops from 3-15 infantry , who also defend the compound of the Falluja mayor , have been attacked on two occasions . +1 2221994 2222004 YES filed suit yesterday in the Supreme Court of New York County in Manhattan . The suit was filed in the Supreme Court of New York County . +1 1762569 1762526 Hester said Sanmina was the best fit among several purchase offers the company received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . Hester said Sanmina 's offer was the best among several Newisys received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . +0 3414762 3414734 Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of the Oak Brook , Ill.-based hamburger giant closed at $ 24.60 , up 51 cents , or 2.1 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2869052 2869113 The discovery was published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine . They appear in the Oct. 23 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . +0 684942 684976 " At that time I didn 't agree , because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren and security , " he says . In a generous gesture of uncharacteristic compassion , Samudra claims : " At that time I didn 't agree because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren " . +0 998493 998303 Tamil parties blame the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) for these killings . The government wanted to revive talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) to discuss the interim structure . +0 2706154 2706185 The other inmate fell but Selenski shimmed down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof and used the mattress to scale a razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . +1 786554 786522 Mr. Grassley and Mr. Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . +1 2331892 2331244 Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national DNA data base in August . Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national database last month . +1 776470 776441 In January , Georgia 's U.N. envoy Revaz Adamia accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " In January , it accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the U.N. Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " +1 2226471 2226151 If you 're over here thinking this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " If you think this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " +1 2054996 2054926 WHO noted that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was due to overuse of antibiotics by doctors -- not due to farmers . The WHO said in a report on Wednesday that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was not due to farmers , but to overuse of antibiotics by doctors . +1 3254506 3254576 In Canada , Tim Hortons ' same-store sales were up as much as 6.7 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . +1 3123856 3123720 One had also pointed to the word refugee in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . +1 1057995 1057778 The hearing , expected to last a week , will determine whether Akbar faces a court-martial . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . +1 452856 452912 Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ISPH.O tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ( nasdaq : ISPH - news - people ) tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . +1 2263996 2263904 Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko managed a space first earlier this month by marrying his earth-bound fiance by space phone . Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko achieved a first earlier this month when he married his earth-bound fiancee by video link . +1 1015170 1015204 Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . +0 545815 545928 On Monday , one American soldier was killed and another was wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . +1 2011669 2011807 A senior Malaysian member of JI testified in June that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . A senior Malaysian member of Jemaah Islamiah testified on June 26 that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had also called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . +0 441111 441030 Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez did not leave the private jet during a stop for customs inspection at Brown Field . Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez arrived at the airport in separate ambulances . +1 1306668 1306618 Maddox , 87 , cracked two ribs when he fell about 10 days ago at an assisted living home where he was recovering from intestinal surgery , Virginia Carnes said . Maddox , who had battled cancer since 1983 , cracked two ribs earlier this month when he fell at an assisted living home where he was recovering from surgery . +1 3085125 3085085 Mr Adams , managing director , will become chief executive on January 1 . Paul Adams , BAT managing director , will take over as chief executive in January . +1 339434 339408 " Really , this plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City , " Mr. Silver said . " His plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City . " +1 78643 78719 Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages yesterday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least 22 people , military officials said . Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages Sunday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least three people , the military and rebels said . +1 1625779 1625975 " I am responsible for the approval process in my agency , " he said in Friday 's statement . Second , I am responsible for the approval process in my agency . +1 1386884 1386857 He said he has begun a court action to seize Beacon Hill 's assets and has frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . He said he has initiated a forfeiture action in court and frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . +1 1356983 1357063 The $ 250 million expansion will boost Nissan 's total investment at its two Tennessee plants to $ 2.75 billion . This will bring Nissan 's total capital investment in Tennessee to $ 2.75 billion . +1 1777394 1777314 The document , headlined Information for Health Care Professionals , warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions . The document warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions in some cases . +1 1438096 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 0.8 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 lost 0.9 percent and Germany 's DAX index gave back 1 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . +1 724297 724443 On a positive note , C & W 's estimated lease commitments -- one potential hurdle to U.S. exit -- fell 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . Added to savings on the dividend , C & W 's estimated lease commitments , one hurdle to its U.S. escape , fell by 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . +1 788048 788091 Attorneys for the defense and media have filed documents opposing a gag order . Attorney Gloria Allred , who is representing Frey , also filed documents opposing a gag order in the case . +1 3093023 3092996 Speaking for the first time yesterday , Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had was in prison or that he had remarried . Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had been sent to prison , or that he had remarried in Sydney . +1 511693 511287 " Our policies are well-known , and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy " on Iran , Powell said . " Our policies are well known and I 'm not aware of any changes , " Secretary of State Colin Powell said Tuesday . +0 2187868 2187826 " They were brutally beaten , and it 's really a wonder that Porchia is the only deceased in this case . " " It 's a wonder that Porchia was the only deceased in this case , " Sax added . +0 3384254 3383797 At least 13 of the affected flights were scheduled out of Atlanta . At least 13 flights out of Atlanta were listed as canceled . +0 1308358 1308468 The blaze was only 5 percent contained early Monday . The blaze , started by lightning June 6 , is considered 95 percent contained . +1 3209548 3209513 " Here 's what happened : I go to their Web site and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " he said . " " I go to their website and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " Mr. Booher told a reporter . +0 67983 68260 The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . +1 3171869 3171847 Experts say they think better treatment , including widespread use of the drug tamoxifen , as well as mammogram screening are responsible for the improvement . Experts say they think better treatment , including use of the drug tamoxifen and mammogram screening , are responsible . +1 285795 285622 " He wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . As far as I know , he wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . " +0 1977523 1977693 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC inched down 1 point , or 0.11 percent , to 1,650 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . +1 1661381 1661317 " Close co-operation between our law enforcement agencies , close co-operation between our intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism . " Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . +0 969655 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . +1 2019241 2019199 The tuxedo shop was used as a front for laundering proceeds from a stolen credit cards . Ragin and Hayes were accused of using a phony tuxedo rental business as a front for laundering proceeds from stolen credit cards . +1 101700 101919 A Connecticut judge Tuesday sentenced a man to 30 years in prison in the death of a teenage girl he met on the Internet . A restaurant worker was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday for the sexual assault and strangling of a sixth-grade girl he met in an Internet chat room . +1 192697 192862 They say inspectors must certify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction before sanctions can be lifted . It calls for the return of U.N. weapons inspectors to verify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction . +1 3253370 3253092 State wildlife officials have concluded that the fluorescent zebra fish from Florida poses no danger , and they have recommended that the state exempt it from the ban . State wildlife officials have concluded that the Florida-grown fluorescent zebra fish poses no danger , and they have recommended that it be exempted from the state 's ban . +1 2226559 2226541 The high Saturday is expected to be about 92 degrees , and it will likely drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . The high today will be about 92 degrees and will drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . +0 2926039 2925982 The mother of a Briton held by Colombian guerrillasspoke of her relief yesterday after hearing that he might be freed in the next few weeks . The parents of a Briton being held hostage by Colombian rebels spoke yesterday of their optimism that he would be freed in time for his birthday next month . +1 2304746 2304666 Gartner raised its own worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 per cent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 per cent . Gartner Inc. also raised its worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 percent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 percent . +0 637168 637447 We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . McBride characterized Novell 's move as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " +0 2945092 2945178 Strong spokeswoman Stephanie Truog said , " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . +0 1279593 1279614 AMD had revenue of $ 715 million and a loss of 42 cents a share during the March quarter . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . +1 696677 696932 After more than two years ' detention under the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty of subversion in Beijing 's No. 1 Intermediate Court last Wednesday . After more than two years in detention by the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty last Wednesday of subversion . +1 498305 498375 Genetic studies of ethnic groups raise concerns because of fears that they could be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote stereotypes . Geneticists cite fears that ethnic-based research would be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote racial stereotypes . +1 3419191 3419297 General Huweirini , who has worked closely with the US , was wounded in the shooting on December 4 , US officials said . Huweirini , who has worked closely with U.S. officials , was wounded in an attack Dec. 4 , the U.S. officials said . +1 1168228 1168203 Similar bills passed the House twice but died in the Senate . Two years ago , the House passed a similar version that floundered in the Senate . +0 1387874 1388069 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy also dissented from the dismissal . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . +0 3119362 3119594 She countersued for $ 125 million , saying Gruner & Jahr broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions . She countersued for $ 125 million , saying G + J broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions and manipulated the magazine 's financial figures . +0 1788039 1787922 With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . +1 3122429 3122305 Mr Russell , 46 , a coal miner from Brisbane , said : " They are obviously hurting , so we are basically going over there to help them . " " They are obviously hurting so we are basically going over there to help them , " Russell , 46 , said . +1 1348909 1348954 The New York Democrat and former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 , but has not ruled out a race in later years . The former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 but has not ruled out a race later on . +1 1928242 1928533 Other recall suits are pending in federal court . There are three suits challenging the recall still pending in federal court . +1 1281627 1281485 Analysts have estimated the worth of the core properties at $ 10 billion- $ 15 billion . Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . +1 1922300 1922496 A prosecutor says Dorchester County parents were responsible for the death of their a 6-year-old autistic son , whose body was found in a pond near the family home . St George A prosecutor says a Dorchester County couple was responsible for the death of their 6-year-old autistic son whose body was found in a pond near the family home . +0 2365373 2365452 The Commerce Commission would have been a significant hurdle for such a deal . The New Zealand Commerce Commission had given Westpac no indication whether it would have approved its deal . +1 2262571 2262600 At least 7000 computers were affected by Parson 's worm , Assistant US Attorney Paul Luehr said . The FBI said at least 7000 computers were infected by Parson 's software . +1 2047843 2047749 In Ventura County , the number of closings and advisories dropped by 73 percent , from 1,540 in 2001 to 416 last year . The number of days when Texas beaches had swimming advisories dropped from 317 in 2001 to 182 last year . +0 3074273 3074290 On Saturday , the International Committee of the Red Cross said it was temporarily closing its offices in Baghdad and Basra . The International Committee of the Red Cross , fearful for the safety of its staff operating in Iraq , announced it was temporarily shutting its offices in Baghdad and Basra . +1 2458881 2459084 It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognize the results after Suu Kyi 's party won . It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognise the results when Miss Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won by a landslide . +1 1443586 1443540 The findings appear in next Friday 's Physical Review Letters . The findings will be reported Friday in the journal Physical Review Letters . +1 2442303 2442375 In Washington , the federal government remained closed for a second day . The nation 's capital was quiet today , with the federal government shut down for the second day . +0 162203 162101 It does not affect the current Windows Media Player 9.0 Series . Windows Media Player has had security problems before . +1 424636 424710 Aquila is short of cash , and Avon bondholders at one point feared it may default on interest payments . Avon bondholders have no recourse to Midlands 's assets and at one point feared Aquila would default on interest payments . +0 2274850 2274727 Janice Kelly said her husband had received assurances from senior MoD officials that his name would not be made public . She told the inquiry that her husband had received assurances from his line manager and senior ministry officials that when he came forward his name would not be made public . +1 3261229 3261252 The arrests came two days after Ken Livingstone , the London Mayor , claimed police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . London Mayor Ken Livingstone announced over the weekend that police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . +1 2427913 2427947 In the evening , he asked for six pizzas and soda , which police delivered . In the evening , he asked for six pepperoni pizzas and two six-packs of soft drinks , which officers delivered . +1 3372289 3372332 For the full 12-month period , high-speed cable modem connections increased by 49 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . +1 1747026 1747118 Even her request , decades later , to attend her father 's funeral on the island was denied . Years later , Cuba refused permission for her to attend her father 's funeral . +1 1076855 1076875 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and is also suspected of a 1997 Georgia killing . Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . +0 3242382 3242517 Advancers outnumbered decliners 1,821 to 1,199 on the New York Stock Exchange on volume of just over 480 million shares . Advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 4-to-3 ratio on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 3158959 3159002 Mississippi placed among the bottom 10 states in 13 of the 17 measures . Mississippi is among the bottom five states on nine other measures . +0 71501 71627 The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . +0 423841 423882 Most other potential buyers are interested only in cherry-picking the most attractive assets . Other potential suitors are not interested in acquiring only the music business . +0 1396291 1396477 " Generally unwanted - and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent - spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes , warming us up for the punchline . Generally unwanted — and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent — spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes . +1 1599833 1599728 " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light - through the prism of our experience on 9-11 . " " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " +1 174386 174482 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.14 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.41 . " The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . +1 917966 918316 In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and the costs of outpatient hospital care rose by 14.6 percent , the study . In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and that on outpatient hospital care by 14.6 percent . +1 2630954 2631063 This decision would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy , " he said . He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " +1 1314758 1315056 The truck was later found parked near the Tacoma Mall about three miles away . The Sonoma was later found near the Tacoma Cemetery , south of the Tacoma Mall . +1 2907762 2907649 Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations and large branches of the United Way by 15 percent and 28.6 percent , respectively . Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations by 15 percent and to large branches of the United Way by 28.6 percent . +0 2815611 2815494 No charges were announced , but the statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday . An FBI statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday in federal court in Baltimore . +1 2352856 2353073 The WHO says the latest case does not fit its profile of SARS and is not a public health concern . The WHO has said the Singapore case did not fit its profile of SARS and was " not an international public health concern . " +0 2065849 2065533 He was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed , " Bush said . " He 's a known killer who was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed . +0 344085 344229 Some analysts estimate sales of Xolair could reach $ 260 million by 2006 and $ 750 million by 2008 . Analysts estimate peak annual U.S. sales of Xolair will top $ 200 million . +0 820901 820928 The highly integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , the part requires only minimal external components . With integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , BlueCore3-Multimedia is available in LFBGA package . +1 2221430 2221460 For the week , the Russell 2000 , the barometer of smaller company stocks , advanced 11.92 , or 2.5 percent , closing at 497.42 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . +1 2905150 2904961 In Chatsworth , 52km north-west of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were being told to begin gathering their belongings . In Chatsworth , 32 miles northwest of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were told to gather their belongings . +1 1908353 1908610 Thompson ordered Moore to remove the monument within 30 days , but stayed that order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . On Dec. 19 , he gave Moore 15 days to remove it , but a week later stayed his order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . +1 3015457 3015476 Her 92-year-old husband is now severely debilitated by Alzheimer 's disease . The 92-year-old former president is suffering from Alzheimer 's disease . +1 2315858 2315632 Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will have to say about him at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person presidential fund-raiser . Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will say at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person reception to raise funds for his presidential re-election bid . +1 2167771 2167744 In May , Mr. Hatfill said he was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Georgetown . Last May , Hatfill was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Washington 's Georgetown neighborhood . +1 983252 983273 To the caller who claimed to have found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you , " no-questions-asked " . To the Sound-Off caller who said they found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you on a " no-questions-asked " basis . +1 347389 347285 Also , hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms are " moving along impressively , " Dr. Roth said . Dr. Roth also said that hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking-lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms were " moving along impressively . " +1 1167820 1168134 His opinion contradicts one issued in 1992 by then-Attorney General Bob Stephan . Kline 's legal opinion differs from the interpretation issued by former Attorney General Bob Stephan in 1992 . +1 2945688 2945844 You can use interactive features on the IRS Web site ( www.irs.gov ) to track refunds or advance child-credit payments . Taxpayers unsure if they are owed refunds can use interactive features on the IRS Web site to track refunds or advance child credit payments . +1 3320577 3320553 " I will support a constitutional amendment which would honor marriage between a man and a woman , codify that , " he said . " If necessary , I will support a constitutional amendment which would honour marriage between a man and a woman , codify that . " +1 1185923 1186190 That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president , " he told a rally in New Hampshire . " That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president of the United States . " +0 396045 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman said she will send a U.S. technical team to Canada to assist in the situation . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . +1 2010110 2010239 The charges were dismissed in Franklin County Municipal Court . Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Janet Grubb approved dismissal of the charges . +1 2183969 2183948 While JI has undoubted links with al-Qaeda , the relationship " may be less one of subservience ... than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . While JI has undoubted links with the terrorist group al-Qaeda , the report says the relationship " may be less one of subservience . . . than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . +1 121580 121626 He told the jury Stubbs is a " cold , calculating killer . " District Attorney Dave Lupas reminded jurors that Stubbs is , " a cold , calculating killer " . +0 816251 816455 Oracle shares fell 27 cents , or 2 percent , to $ 13.09 . Oracle shares also rose on the news , up 15 cents to $ 13.51 on the Nasdaq . +1 2444676 2444641 Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry a day later , and six Cubans face trial in Key West in December over a March plane hijacking . Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry , and six more are scheduled to go on trial in Key West in December for a plane hijacking in March . +1 1958648 1958602 Helen Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . The two others , former Dynegy executives Helen Christine Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Shannon Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . +1 1369885 1369736 The men were immediately flown to nearby Botswana on a chartered Air Malawi flight , Malawi intelligence officials said on condition of anonymity . The men were flown to nearby Botswana on an Air Malawi flight , the officials said . +0 1757343 1757308 Authorities in Ohio , Indiana and Michigan have searched for the bodies . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . +1 2615271 2615234 Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying launch will be between Oct. 10 and 17 and will carry two men . The Web site of Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying it would happen between Oct. 10 and 17 and carry two men . +0 2761028 2761040 Excluding autos , retail sales rose by 0.3 % in September , lower than a forecast rise of 0.5 % . Retail sales fell 0.2 percent overall in September compared to forecasts of a 0.1 percent dip . +1 849291 849442 IBM of the US and Infineon Technologies of Germany will today announce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . IBMof the US andInfineon Technologies of Germany willon Tuesdayannounce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . +1 1308545 1308565 He said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of an existing firebreak dug during last year 's fire north of Mount Lemmon . Fire spokesman Gordon Gay said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of burned areas from last year 's Bullock fire . +0 2512785 2512881 Earlier this month , RIM had said it expected to report second-quarter earnings of between 7 cents and 11 cents a share . Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . +1 883815 883864 Iraqi officials say the attacks are being carried out by what they call outsiders who slip into Falluja and attack at night . Iraqi officials here insist that the attacks are being carried out by " outsiders " who slip into Fallujah and attack at night . +0 1200832 1201040 In court , Stewart briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . +1 1357464 1357572 GM 's offering is also expected to include about $ 3.5 billion in convertible securities . GM is also expected to issue $ 3.5 billion via a convertible bond offering , market sources said . +0 763948 763991 Costa 's semifinal opponent is Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero , whom he beat in last year 's final . Costa will play Juan Carlos Ferrero next in a rematch of last year 's final . +1 52393 52606 At about 3 p.m. on Friday , a relative of Bondeson called police to report his apparent suicide . Two hours later , at 3 : 22 p.m. , a relative contacted police to report a suicide . +0 1322287 1322312 The US Senate judiciary committee overcame a significant hurdle yesterday in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure . The Senate judiciary committee on Tuesday overcame a significant hurdle in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure but the most difficult obstacles remain . +1 3151735 3151876 Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children 's clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities . Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children ’ s clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities for children while their parents shop . +0 316318 316283 In 2002 , the West Nile virus infected 4,000 people and took 284 lives in the United States . In contrast , he said , West Nile virus made 4,156 people ill and killed 284 in the United States and Canada last year . +1 1305312 1305623 Activists say they fear the gathering is an attempt by corporate farming to push bio-engineered crops on starving countries . Instead , they fear the conference is an attempt by corporate farming and biotech interests to push into new markets . +1 429365 429387 Yesterday , Taiwan reported 35 new infections , bringing the total number of cases to 418 . The island reported another 35 probable cases yesterday , taking its total to 418 . +1 1908763 1908744 A former employee of a local power company pleaded guilty Wednesday to setting off a bomb that knocked out a power substation during the Winter Olympics last year . A former Utah Power meter reader pleaded guilty Wednesday to bombing a power substation during the 2002 Winter Olympics . +1 2197839 2197806 Additionally , early voting will be conducted from 1 to 6 p.m. Sept . 7 . Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . +0 1389812 1389837 Enron 's 401 ( k ) plan covered about 20,000 workers , retirees and beneficiaries . Enron 's stock comprised as much as 61 % of the workers ' 401 ( k ) portfolios . +1 868307 868276 He said that it would be ' ' very difficult ' ' to establish a cause of death . Even with time , he said , " it 's going to be very difficult to determine the cause of death . " +0 2028443 2028477 Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering said the victims appeared to be customers of the bank . One of the shooting victims died , according to Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering . +1 47049 47079 He said the situation undermines efforts to win international co-operation in the war on terror . He said the way the situation was being handled was undermining efforts to win international cooperation in the war on terror . +1 2328722 2329008 Once identified , remains of terrorists are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan . Once identified , terrorist remains are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan where the unidentified remains are stored . +1 3085928 3085551 It ’ s just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort ” . It 's just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort . " +1 2495623 2495427 Some 50 million phone numbers are registered on the list , which was to take effect Oct. 1 . The FTC signed up 50 million phone numbers for the list , which was due to go into effect October 1 . +1 2756504 2756466 By comparison , the proportion of people with a BMI of 50 or above increased by a factor of five — from about 1 in 2,000 to one in 400 . Those with a BMI of 50 or greater , sometimes called super obesity , increased by a factor of five , from one in 2,000 to one in 400 . +1 2689306 2689004 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in his letter . +1 2195722 2195938 Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there will not be an increase in smog , the administration argues . Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there won 't necessarily be any increase in pollution , the administration argues . +1 2965122 2965159 " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the fire south of the city . " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the Douglas County fire command center . +1 544330 544222 Earlier this month , Bremer called off a visit here , a move officials privately linked to U.S. uncertainty about the Kurdish issue . Earlier this month , Mr. Bremer called off a visit , in a move that officials confided at the time was linked to uncertainty on the Kurdish situation . +1 636315 636406 The news will be announced Monday morning in Dallas at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . The plan is expected be disclosed Monday morning at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . +0 57271 57251 The Taiwan Stock Exchange will ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . A request for a two-month extension was denied and the Taiwan Stock Exchange is to ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . +0 1701278 1701371 All three had criminal records for stealing cattle , the statement said . It said they all had criminal records for stealing cattle and Lamas was twice imprisoned for armed robbery . +1 3461389 3461280 Auditors acknowledged the auditors did not look at priests ' personnel files . The auditors , for example , did not have access to church personnel files . +0 1876120 1876059 Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism - and cutting cholesterol - but come with the unwanted side effect of speeding up the heartbeat . Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism , and they can help cut cholesterol too . +1 1924261 1924210 But U.S. troops will not shrink from mounting raids and attacking their foes when their locations can be pinpointed . But American troops will not shrink from mounting raids in the locations of their foes that can be pinpointed . +1 1548361 1547959 Responding to speculation that she was ready to retire , Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor indicated today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court . Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor said today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court , dismissing speculation that she was ready to retire . +1 2945288 2945178 " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals , " she said in the statement . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . +1 3184196 3184217 Senator Hill appeared completely unaware of the issue , which has been of serious concern to US , Australian and British intelligence officers . But Senator Hill appeared unaware of the intelligence problems that have been of serious concern to US , Australian and British military intelligence officers . +1 518089 518133 Judge Craig Doran said it wasn 't his role to determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but maintained that " he has committed an evil act . " Judge Craig Doran said he couldn 't determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but said he " has committed an evil act . " +0 952393 952394 In its quarter ended May 30 , Adobe earned $ 64.25 million , or 27 cents a share . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . +1 577860 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body 's own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . +1 1804153 1803716 Officials said one provision in the Senate-passed measure accounted for $ 40 billion over 10 years in the CBO calculation . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . +1 1952416 1952519 Indeed , prior defense filings said Moussaoui contended he was part of a post-Sept . 11 operation outside the United States . Previous defense filings said Moussaoui was to be part of an operation outside the United States . +1 2553131 2553325 Telemarketers argue that there is no logical link between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . Lawyers for the telemarketers said there was no logical connection between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . +0 229442 229500 I thought things went a bit overboard but I prefer to leave it on the field , " Sarwan said . " A lot of things ( were said ) , but I 'd prefer to leave it on the field , " he said . +1 498320 498385 The North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in New York announced plans for a tissue bank this month . North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System announced plans for a tissue bank earlier this month . +1 2927606 2927348 The tone was set by President Hu , the 60-year-old who became the Communist Partys general secretary in November last year and then the countrys president in March this year . The tone was set by Hu , 60 , who became the Communist Party 's general secretary last November and then the country 's president this March . +1 696329 696168 The United States only agreed to let the agency back into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . Washington only agreed to let the U.N. mission into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . +1 2898561 2898543 After that process is completed , it will take an additional six to eight months to refurbish the center , Day said . After that , it will take six to eight months more to refurbish the center , said Thomas Day , vice president of engineering for the Postal Service . +0 2414161 2413910 Sentenced to 20 years to life , she was granted parole last month despite the opposition of relatives , friends and colleagues of the slain men . Boudin , 60 , a former Weather Underground member , was granted parole last month despite heavy opposition by relatives , friends , and colleagues of the slain men . +0 224932 224868 The Hartford shares rose $ 2.88 , or 6.6 percent , to close Monday at $ 46.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +1 3054588 3054557 Smith said simply " Oh , my God , " in the seconds afterward , according to Weinshall . In the seconds after the crash , she added , Captain Smith said simply , " Oh my God . " +1 3022397 3022328 Appellate courts across the country have issued differing rulings on the issue , allowing public displays of the Ten Commandments in some cases and banning them in others . Lower courts have splintered on the issue , allowing depictions of the Ten Commandments in some instances and not in others . +1 2740896 2740847 The acquisition is expected to close by the end of the month . The deal is expected to close later this month . +1 222566 222560 An evaluation suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit in patients receiving the drug in the study , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . An evaluation of 240 arthritis patients suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit from taking the medicine , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . +1 1771131 1771091 It also offers a built-in NAND flash boot loader so that high-density NAND flash memory can be used without having to install an additional support chip . The S3C2440 has a built-in NAND flash boot loader , for example , so that high-density NAND flash memory can be installed without an additional support chip . +1 2728832 2728851 Meat giant Smithfield Foods Inc. has won a bidding war to buy a bankrupt Midwestern pork producer . Pork processing giant Smithfield Foods Inc. said Monday that it won the bidding in an auction for bankrupt Farmland Industries Inc . ' s pork business . +0 329403 329927 Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . Excluding food and energy prices , the PPI fell 0.9 per cent , the biggest drop since August 1993 . +0 1703444 1703385 Authorities said the informant , an inmate named Richard Powell who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 , led a team to the spot . Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . +1 2486735 2486728 More than 100 officers launched the raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine import and money laundering ring . More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . +0 3053827 3053741 She said she told O 'Donnell , " Your mother died of breast cancer . Spengler replied , " Didn 't your mother die of breast cancer ? +1 2451683 2451742 October gasoline prices settled 1.47 cents lower at 78.70 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . +0 1396869 1396736 The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . The new group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . +0 2728425 2728251 It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday after the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's , the credit rating agency . It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday to counteract the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's to one step above junk status . +0 747153 747200 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR rose 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.25 percent . The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . +1 1520228 1520194 " We don 't have new places to check , " said Steve Anderson , a Waco public-information officer . " We don 't have new places to check , " Waco public information officer Steve Anderson said . +1 2762222 2761939 " It 's a terrible tragedy , people who were on the way home , all of a sudden , taken from us , " Bloomberg said at a dockside news conference . " People who were on their way home , all of a sudden taken from us , " Mr. Bloomberg said of the collision . +0 3138806 3138863 " It seems to be following the sun , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant at antivirus vendor Sophos . " This is a clear attempt to pinch money , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant with U.K.-based Sophos PLC . +1 2375171 2375136 Moose frequently criticizes reporters and news organizations in the book , especially those that reported on leaks from investigators . He frequently criticizes the press , especially reporters and news organizations that reported on leaks from investigators . +1 2051630 2051713 The indictment charges that Mzoudi was involved in preparations for the attack until the end and was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . Prosecutors say Mzoudi was involved in the preparations for the attack until the final moment and that he was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . +0 953733 953537 Altria shares fell 2.5 percent or $ 1.11 to $ 42.57 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +1 1807659 1807691 SEC Chairman William Donaldson said there is a " building confidence out there that the cop is on the beat . " " I think there 's a building confidence that the cop is on the beat . " +1 2198937 2198629 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . A nationally board-certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes $ 65,000 in his 30th year . +0 2697621 2697661 Prosecutor Jim Hardin called the decision a victory for Kathleen Peterson 's family . Members of Kathleen Peterson 's family were not present . +1 519592 519351 Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched today outside a Sacramento fire station . +1 1382330 1381827 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . +0 283606 283689 The staged scene , covering several acres , featured smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires . Smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires added to the realism . +1 1489706 1489846 The findings were published in the July 1 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . +1 3064992 3065062 All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . +0 616340 616249 SCO net income of $ 4.5 million , or 33 cents per share , on revenue of $ 21.4 million , in 2003 's second fiscal quarter , ended April 30 . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . +1 3409440 3409470 No rabies vaccine is available for humans in Zimbabwe and if it was it would be too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . Health professionals say there is no rabies vaccine for humans in Zimbabwe and , even if it was available , it is too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . +0 1299090 1298965 ODonnell was just 3-of-5 for 24 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions a year ago . The 13-year veteran has passed for 21,438 yards and 118 touchdowns with 67 interceptions . +1 2146697 2146799 India blamed that and other attacks on Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state . India has also in the past blamed Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state , for bombs and other attacks . +1 2797028 2796993 However , several ministers from more developed APEC economies have said failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . More developed APEC members say failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . +0 230999 231027 She was persuaded not to resign but she was expected to be the victim of a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . But she was expected to be a victim in a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . +1 2433757 2433838 Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi must be counting his lucky stars . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has all but popped the champagne bottle . +1 1908152 1908046 " This legislation benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen , " Blagojevich told the crowd of political heavyweights at O 'Hare . " The legislation I 'm proud to sign today benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen . +1 349215 349241 It will be followed in November by a third movie , " The Matrix Revolutions . " The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with " The Matrix Revolutions . " +1 2054448 2054413 Malpractice victims say limits on damage payouts make it less likely lawyers will take cases , meaning access to justice could be denied . Limits on damages make it less likely lawyers will take expensive cases , meaning access to justice is denied , they say . +0 1989878 1989788 Schools that fail to meet state goals for three years in a row must offer tutoring in addition to transfers . Schools that don 't meet the testing goals for two years in a row must offer transfers . +1 450436 450532 But butterflies exposed to an earlier light cycle , from 1am to 1pm , orientated themselves towards the south-east . But butterflies housed under an earlier light cycle , 1 a.m. to 1 p.m. , flew toward the southeast . +0 392798 392735 Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . Hewlett-Packard is putting in for a second-quarter profit of $ 659 million , or 29 cents a share , on revenue of $ 18 billion . +1 2739143 2739301 Hearing was partially restored by an electronic ear implant . An electronic implant has helped Limbaugh regain most of his hearing . +1 937787 938238 Three no votes would kill it for now . It would take three votes to kill the ACC 's expansion . +0 1664846 1664736 The German finance ministry on Monday said there was no case for softening . Finnish Finance Minister Antti Kalliomaki said : " There is no room for a softening . " +1 2919853 2919804 Massachusetts regulators and the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday pressed securities fraud charges against Putnam Investments and two of its former portfolio managers for alleged improper mutual fund trading . State and federal securities regulators filed civil charges against Putnam Investments and two portfolio managers in the ever-expanding mutual fund trading scandal . +1 1109913 1110044 Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made it clear it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . +0 898957 898897 " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by mid-year , " said Nestle spokesman Francois Perroud , who declined to comment further . " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by midyear , " said Nestlé spokesman Francois Perroud . +1 2706544 2706227 Selenski 's partner in the jailbreak , Scott Bolton , injured his ankle , pelvis and ribs during the escape attempt , Warden Gene Fischi said . Selenski 's partner in the Friday jailbreak , Scott Bolton , was injured in the escape and hospitalized . +0 1219439 1219326 PLAYRIGHT George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " +1 2141602 2141575 Before Sunday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , according to Tracey Powers of the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . Before yesterday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , said Tracey Powers , spokeswoman for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . +1 2288296 2288189 Putin hailed Saudi Arabia as ``one of the most important Muslim nations . Before the meeting , Putin said Russia regards Saudi Arabia as a key Muslim state . +1 1245845 1245522 Naim al-Goud , mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region were ``doing this sabotage against the lines . Naim al-Goud , the newly appointed mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region attacked the pipeline . +1 1466168 1466246 During the flight , engineers misjudged the extent of the damage , and even during that period they lamented that the liftoff photography was poor . During the flight , engineers underestimated the extent of the damage , and even then lamented that the liftoff photography was so poor . +0 2245085 2245118 The Web site is registered to Parson under his home address , allowing investigators to trace him easily . The t33kid.com site is registered to Parson at an address in Hopkins , Minnesota . +1 3237867 3237902 The woman , Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , was arrested by the state police on Nov. 20 and charged with first-degree larceny . Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , of 27 Devon Road , Darien , was arrested Nov. 20 by state police and charged with first-degree larceny . +0 2194711 2194792 The Hubble Space Telescope 's newest picture of Mars shows summer on the Red Planet just as it makes its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . The pictures were taken late Tuesday and early Wednesday as the as the planet made its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . +1 954526 954607 He is blocking them until the Air Force assigns four additional C-130 cargo planes to Gowen Field , an Idaho Air National Guard base in Boise . He is holding them up until the Air Force agrees to assign four additional C-130 cargo planes to the Idaho Air National Guard . +1 1479718 1479546 Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of a rebound in the second half of the year . Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of an economic rebound in the year 's second half . +0 1091286 1091304 The Fed 's Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . Prices had pulled back from offshore highs when the Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . +1 2158854 2158971 Druce will face murder charges , Conte said . Conte said Druce will be charged with murder . +1 2086152 2086347 " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " said Carolyn Greene Bennett , Cedar Grove 's town recorder . " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " Bennett said . +0 3107641 3107862 Nursing schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants in the past year because of shortages of faculty and classroom space . The American Association of Nursing Colleges reported that schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants last year . +1 1909331 1909408 " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . +0 841596 841803 The best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions ... and question his competence as a manager . " Ebbers ' lawyer , Reid Weingarten , said despite the thorough investigation , " the best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions . " +1 69773 69792 Cisco pared spending to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . +0 2823575 2823513 The study , published Monday in the journal Molecular Brain Research , is likely to also apply to humans , its authors said . The study , conducted on the brains of developing mice , was being published today in the journal Molecular Brain Research . +1 1704502 1704526 Three retailers Dillards Inc . , Kohls Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc. got Fs . Three retailers _ Dillard 's Inc . , Kohl 's Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc . _ got Fs . +1 1118034 1117974 It 's a task that would challenge even the sharpest of computer geeks : set up a hacker-proof computer network for 190,000 government workers across the country fighting terrorism . It would be a daunting challenge for even the sharpest programming wizards : set up a secure computer network for the 190,000 workers in the Homeland Security Department . +1 763729 763570 " Of course I want to win again but I think it 's worse when you 've never won , because you are so anxious to win . " " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . +1 1708063 1708041 The operating revenues were $ 1.45 billion , an increase over last year 's result of $ 1.38 billion . Operating revenues rose to $ 1.45 billion from $ 1.38 billion last year . +1 2455942 2455978 My decision today is not based on any one event . " Governor Rowland said his decision was " not based on any one event . " +0 1995479 1995435 Although Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up , he was later released . Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up and later released , while Mr Pennisi thinks he may have cracked ribs . +0 1896397 1896353 Their ancestors are coming home at last -- the healing can finally begin , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone after the ceremony . The anguish will begin to end and the healing will commence , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone . +1 719618 719464 As envisioned by Breaux , the government would help pay for the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . Breaux outlined a plan Tuesday that would give seniors help with the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . +1 1993677 1993928 Romanian port authorities said two ships that sank during World War II had resurfaced as water levels fell and could block river traffic . Port authorities in Romania said two ships that sank during World War II but resurfaced due to low water levels could block river traffic . +1 613587 613565 Grant also has been elected to Monsanto 's board of directors , the company said in a statement . Grant , a 22-year Monsanto veteran , also has been elected to the company 's board of directors , Monsanto said in a statement . +0 1963398 1963436 Ms. Kethley has said she also repeatedly denied his accusations . Ms. Kethley , who has repeatedly denied any infidelity , has recounted a similar story . +1 2758816 2758860 With more and more Bluetooth-equipped cellular phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . With increasing numbers of Bluetooth-equipped mobile phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . +1 1626648 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . +1 723744 723573 " Ms. Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is , but because of what she did , " Comey said . " Martha Stewart is not being prosecuted for who she is but for what she did . " +1 131979 131957 Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil-rights charges stemming from the disturbance which led to Rosenbaum 's death . Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil rights charges stemming from the disturbance that led to Rosenbaum 's death . +0 1078029 1078132 A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the government was free to withhold the names of more than 700 people detained in the aftermath of Sept . 11 , 2001 . A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the U.S. government can withhold the names of people detained as part of the September 11 investigation , reversing a lower court decision . +1 3085803 3085929 Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : " I don 't think there 's any question about it that . . . they 're going to be very global in nature . Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : “ I don ’ t think there ’ s any question about it that they ’ re going to be very global in nature . +1 879525 879587 No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at such a daunting task . " No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at it . +0 2553549 2553713 There are no suspects in the shooting , which took place around 9 : 15 p.m. on Wednesday at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue , the police said . Police said there was an argument before the slaying at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue around 9 p.m. +0 1813883 1813693 " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " she added , " and you can 't do that without funding . " " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " Dr. Goin added . +0 257789 257726 Knight had 29 interceptions in his six years with the Saints , including 17 the last three seasons . Knight has 29 interceptions in six seasons , all with New Orleans -- including a team-high five last season . +1 516157 516020 The budget analysis comes as negotiations between the City Council and the Bloomberg administration heat up . Budget negotiations between the mayor and the City Council are entering high gear . +1 771017 771084 Taupo was guiding her owner Paul Kibblewhite , 62 , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . Taupo had been leading Mr Kibblewhite , 62 , of Rotorua , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . +1 855940 855913 Handset market share for the second quarter , it said , is higher than the first quarter . Nokia 's market share for the second quarter is estimated to be higher than the first quarter , 2003 . " +0 1158596 1158858 The series will be known as the NASCAR Nextel Cup . Before that the division was known as the NASCAR Grand National Series . +1 301223 301061 Where long-lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks in past decades , they are now lucky to catch one , the study found . " Whereas long lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks , now they are lucky to catch one , " Myers said . +1 1530510 1530311 By contrast , the Senate-passed prescription drug plan requires seniors to pay 50 percent of drug costs , with a $ 275 deductible each year . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . +1 2545273 2545342 Canada won 't commit more troops to Afghanistan until the current year-long mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said yesterday . Canada will not consider sending more troops to Afghanistan until its current 12-month peacekeeping mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said Saturday . +1 533426 533451 Data showed Italian business confidence slipped to its lowest level in 16 months in May , aiding rate cut expectations . On Tuesday , figures also showed Italian business confidence slipped again in May to its lowest level in 16 months , doing nothing to discourage rate cut expectations . +1 106326 106017 He said Qantas would also cut capital spending by retiring some aircraft and deferring delivery of some new planes . It would also further reduce capital expenditure by retiring some aircraft and delaying the delivery of new places . +0 2010705 2010779 " The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place . The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place , they are attacking us . " +0 1317001 1317240 That objection was cited by PeopleSoft 's board in rejecting Oracle 's offer . PeopleSoft 's board has recommended stockholders reject the offer . +1 3095658 3095749 Dylan Baker and Lindsay Frost play her parents , Ed and Lois Smart . Lindsay Frost and Dylan Baker played Elizabeth Smart 's parents . +1 748110 747916 Palm expects to move Handspring 's employees to Palm Solutions headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . Handspring employees are expected to move to Palm Solutions Group headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . +0 2279872 2279663 The giant rock was first observed on August 24 by Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research Program , based in Socorro , New Mexico . The rock was first observed by the Lincoln Near Earth Asteroid Research Program , also known as LINEAR . +1 2804176 2804094 He also said he advised his grown-up children not to run up credit card debts . Barclays chief executive Matt Barrett also said he had advised his children never to use credit cards . +1 2672867 2672777 Some women are also concerned that so many women are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . Some women also express concern about a society in which more people than ever are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . +1 338234 338113 Normally , congressional districts are redrawn by state legislatures every 10 years to reflect population changes recorded in the U.S. census . Normally , redistricting is done every 10 years based on population changes in the census . +1 282228 282273 Two area lawmakers said Democrats might entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . Two Inland Valley lawmakers revealed it might be possible for Democrats to entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . +1 367061 366887 Two of Collins ' top assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were violated , he said Friday . U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Collins also said two of his assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were broken . +0 701234 701403 Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like All Things Considered and Morning Edition . +0 779429 779490 The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . The unemployment rate is predicted to have ticked up a percentage point to 6.1 % . +1 1465258 1465081 Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's initiative could start an important trend . U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's could start an important trend . +0 2486132 2486071 She had been barred on the grounds that her headscarf would violate the state 's neutrality in religion . The school had argued that it violated the state 's neutrality in religion . +0 2606133 2605961 Without admitting or denying the S.E.C. ' s allegations , Mr. Markovitz agreed to a permanent ban from associating with an investment adviser or mutual fund . He has agreed to a lifetime ban from association with an investment adviser or mutual fund . +1 1386965 1387020 Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up with a single phone call . Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up by phone by making a single toll-free call to ( 888 ) 382-1222 . +1 489508 489322 Initial reports said the attackers fired from a mosque within in the city , 30 miles west of Baghdad . The Centcom statement said the gunmen appeared to have fired from a mosque in the city , 50 km ( 32 miles ) west of Baghdad . +0 2342384 2342230 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC > rose 8.25 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,861.15 . The Nasdaq composite index dropped 6.8 percent , and the Standard & Poor 's fell 4.9 percent . +0 1077010 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with five counts of first-degree murder for the Dec. 19 to Feb. 5 killings . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . +1 3083706 3083626 Dan Powers , vice president of grid computing strategy at IBM Corp. , says he 's not worried about such off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening sales of traditional supercomputers . Dan Powers , IBM vice president of grid-computing strategy , says he 's not worried about off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening traditional supercomputer sales . +0 1136838 1136879 Britain has said it will oppose articles calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy , to uphold the national right of veto . Britain has said it wants to haggle over articles of the draft calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy . +1 54142 53641 Next Monday at about 2 p.m. ( CST ) , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . Around the same time , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . +1 3034823 3034600 Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday morning and three others were wounded in a possible dispute involving immigrant smuggling , officials said . Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday and four others were wounded in a dispute that apparently involved immigrant smugglers , officials said . +1 1814411 1814474 The subjects were next given a squirt up the nose of a rhinovirus , the nasty little germ that causes colds . Following their assessment , each volunteer received a squirt in the nose of rhinovirus the germ that causes colds . +1 1015249 1015204 Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . +0 2634517 2634420 Horn remained in critical but stable condition Monday , the hospital said . The illusionist remained in critical condition Monday with a gaping wound to the neck . +0 3049126 3049112 The news sent Cisco shares on a tear in after-hours trading . Cisco shares gained $ 1.28 in after-hours trading to $ 23.08 . +1 2716850 2716882 It will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software , the mobile operator said . According to the company , it will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software . +0 753928 753890 The patch also fixes a vulnerability that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . +1 1279586 1279614 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research had been looking for , on average , revenue of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . +1 962062 962035 PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway has described Oracle 's $ 5.1 billion bid as " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour " . Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " +1 3223071 3223018 Hernandez has been treated for breast cancer , and Moore suffers from non-Hodgkin 's lymphoma . Hernandez had breast cancer and Moore is being treated for non-Hodgkins lymphoma . +1 3022833 3023029 Peterson , a former fertilizer salesman , is charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and the baby boy she was carrying . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . +1 1383244 1383329 In a landmark ruling yesterday , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . In the landmark ruling regarding New York City schools , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . +1 1268481 1268446 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . +1 2066963 2067124 The House would limit the increases to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan , not to those supporting the nation 's war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . The House would limit the increases to those troops in the Iraq and Afghanistan combat zones , but not troops supporting those war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . +1 810876 810916 The attack by the three militant groups took place here at Erez , the main border crossing between Israel and Gaza . The attack took place under cover of fog at the Erez crossing on the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip . +1 201839 201917 He attends football training for three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , and has lost 17 kilograms since October . Mr Hughes , who trains three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , has lost 17 kilos since October . +1 2742219 2742206 The chip also features an updated LongRun power and heat management system . It also features Nvidia 's own PowerMizer power management system . +0 751520 751373 SPOT products run a Microsoft operating system and the company 's DirectBand radio technology developed with SCA Data Systems . The DirectBand network was developed with the assistance of SCA Data Systems . +1 2502838 2502910 On Monday , a suicide bomber blew himself up near the United Nations compound here , killing a security guard as well as himself . On Monday , a suicide car bomber blew himself up close to the United Nations compound in Baghdad , also killing a security guard . +1 1914694 1914703 The company claims it 's the largest single Apple VAR Xserve sale to date . The company claimed it is the largest sale of Xserves by an Apple retailer . +1 1430920 1430791 With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as the Spruce Run Recreation Area in Union Township will be open . With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as Parvin State Park in Salem County will be open . +1 1726893 1726944 The 2001 recession is considered short and shallow relative to the nine others since World War II , which averaged 11 months . The most recent recession was short and shallow relative to the nine others , averaging 11 months , that occurred since World War II . +1 1861053 1860658 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates were to address the forum last night . Seven Democratic presidential candidates have arranged to address the group , according to The Associated Press . +0 1305396 1305775 Barbini 's comments came Tuesday , the second day of the Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . +1 1245660 1245555 On the Mediterranean coast of neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered in the port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . In neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered at the Mediterranean port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . +0 218848 218851 He replaces Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation in April . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . +0 1996296 1996327 While opposition parties have welcomed the cabinet 's decision on anti-retroviral treatment , some said Health Minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang was not fit to preside over a rollout plan . Health Minister Manto-Tshabalala Msimang is not fit to preside over an anti-retroviral treatment rollout plan , according to some opposition parties . +1 915791 915664 " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming , the CDC 's deputy director for Public Health and Science . +1 36690 36507 " Only 1pc of those taking the drug worldwide have contracted ILD as a result , " she said . AstraZeneca says just 1pc of people of those taking the drug worldwide have suffered serious consequences . +0 471789 471569 Dallas Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki 's status as doubtful . Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki out at the team 's morning shootaround . +1 3052778 3052804 Rescue workers arriving to February 's deadly fire at a West Warwick nightclub met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help . Rescue workers arriving at February 's deadly nightclub fire met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help , rescue tapes released Thursday show . +1 3181118 3181443 Detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , of the arrest shortly after Perry was apprehended . Shortly after his arrest , detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , a medical assistant , about the development . +1 1688201 1688150 Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while tickets on suburban trains rose an average 25 percent May 1 . Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while average 25 percent increases took effect May 1 on suburban trains . +1 2933692 2933859 Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will test a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will be the testing site next month for a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . +0 859527 859427 When contacted last night , Perkins declined comment . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . +1 911653 911618 These plans would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against catastrophic health-care expenses , neither of which is currently available under the government-run program . The latter would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against unexpected healthcare expenses , neither of which is currently available under Medicare . +1 515581 515752 They were among about 40 people attending the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some non-traditional touches . He said about 40 people attended the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some nontraditional touches . +1 1209754 1209692 Notes : Cabrera , at 20 years , 63 days , is the second-youngest player to debut with the Marlins . Noteworthy : Cabrera became the second-youngest player to debut for the Marlins -- 20 years and 63 days . +1 1722074 1721807 The number of injured dropped to 2.92 million in 2002 from 3.03 million a year earlier . At the same time , the number of injuries dropped , from 3.03 million in 2001 to 2.92 million in 2002 . +0 1782659 1782732 No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . No dates have been set for either the civil trial or the criminal trial . +1 2250594 2250465 Who will succeed Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai is not clear . There is no clear successor for Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai . +0 953113 953368 Shares of Guidant plummeted in trading both on and off the New York Stock Exchange before a news halt was imposed after midday . Shares of Guidant were down 5.3 percent at $ 40.92 in afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 460209 460142 McNair was stopped after a police officer saw his vehicle weaving on a downtown street before pulling into a convenience store , the arrest report said . McNair was stopped just after midnight by a police officer who reportedly saw his sports utility vehicle weaving on a downtown street . +1 2113152 2112911 U.S. District Judge Denny Chin said Fox 's claim was " wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Chin said . +0 1455619 1455672 The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , a college town about 30 miles to the north . The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , about 48km north ; their conditions were not immediately available . +1 1116686 1116653 Stack said he did no work for Triumph until 1999 , when a grand jury began investigating Silvester . Stack testified that he was not asked to do any work for Triumph until June 1999 , after a grand jury investigating Silvester subpoenaed Triumph . +0 772613 772655 Federal agent Bill Polychronopoulos said it was not known if the man , 30 , would be charged . Federal Agent Bill Polychronopoulos said last night the man involved in the Melbourne incident had been unarmed . +1 2549010 2549015 The chipset will operate in the 2.4-GHz band , and features radio signal interference prevention and low power consumption . The 2.4 GHz radio frequency chipset features radio interference protection and low power consumption . +1 3264790 3264835 It has been named Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " astounding swimmer with a large penis " . He and colleagues named it Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " swimmer with a large penis . " +0 269343 269287 " I think we should leave them as they are , " said Lott , R-Miss . , of the current ownership rules during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . " I think we should hesitate , " Olympia Snowe , R-Maine , said at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . +1 1018965 1019063 Oracle shares were also higher , trading up 12 cents at $ 13.60 . Shares of Redwood Shores-based Oracle rose 14 cents to $ 13.62 . +1 1910609 1910454 The company must either pay NTP the $ 53.7-million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal , Mr. Wallace said . RIM must either pay NTP the $ 53.7 million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal . +1 347022 347003 Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a fiasco at a Taipei hospital in late April caused the number of infections to skyrocket . Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a severe outbreak at a Taipei hospital in late April . +1 1857292 1857427 " The idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and it 's grotesque , " said Wyden . Sen. Ron Wyden , D-Ore . , said the " idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and grotesque , " WBAL reported . +1 3052360 3052505 " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " Dean said Friday in a telephone interview from New Hampshire . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told The Des Moines Register . +1 218925 218856 Without the fleet , NASA has relied on the Russian space program to rotate crew members for the International Space Station and to send supplies to the orbiting laboratory . Without the shuttle fleet , NASA is relying on the Russian space program to rotate crew members on the International Space Station and send new supplies to the orbiting laboratory . +1 1568578 1568664 At least 29 American troops have been killed in action since Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . Some three dozen American and British troops have been killed since Bush declared major combat over in Iraq on May 1 . +1 713225 713251 Another piece would be sent to the lab in Virginia for additional testing , Conte said . Another piece of the suit will be sent to Virginia for more testing , Conte said . +1 2159 1973 Some Boston managers are concerned that banning smoking will create safety hazards as groups of smokers huddle outside bars and nightclubs . Some Boston bar managers said they worry that banning smoking will create a hazard as groups of smokers huddle outside on sidewalks and in parking lots to smoke . +1 2750362 2750073 Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday , but found no sign of them , said Stuart Smith , the Chatham harbormaster . Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday afternoon , but there was no sign of the two women , said Chatham Harbormaster Stuart Smith . +1 1679362 1679412 A total of 32 U.S. soldiers have been killed in attacks since May 1 , when President Bush declared the end of major hostilities in Iraq . Thirty-two U.S. soldiers have been killed in Iraq since President Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . +1 2700737 2700676 He was sentenced to five years in prison at at Kingston Crown Court yesterday after pleading guilty to the attempted abduction of a teenager . Former postal worker , Douglas Lindsell , was sentenced yesterday at Kingston Crown Court after pleading guilty to attempting to abduct a young girl . +1 3311600 3311633 Mr. Rowland attended a party in South Windsor for the families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers called to active duty . Rowland was making an appearance at a holiday party for families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers assigned to duty in Iraq and Afghanistan . +1 2702353 2702573 Doctors say one or both boys may die , and that some brain damage is possible if they survive . Doctors said that one or both of the boys may die and that if they survive , some brain damage is possible . +1 2529415 2529304 His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest triggered a 47-hour standoff with police that led to huge traffic jams as commuters backed up in downtown Washington and Northern Virginia . +0 2594861 2594771 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index stood at 53.7 in September . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . +1 1568541 1568628 The agency could not say when the tape was made , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . The agency could put no exact date on the tape , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . +1 3271457 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . +0 3439114 3439084 Ross Garber , Rowland 's lawyer , said Tuesday he would attend the meeting and would ask to speak on the issue . Ross Garber , Rowland 's legal counsel , said the governor would have no comment on the condo deal . +0 3075284 3075402 Gore said while the Patriot Act made some needed changes , it has " turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " " Nevertheless , I believe the Patriot Act has turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " +1 634144 634283 PeopleSoft , of Pleasanton , California , said the deal would increase its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . But PeopleSoft said the new deal should add to its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . +1 675276 675330 An 18-month run for it in Toronto was originally planned as part of a North American tour . When we opened here , we originally planned an 18-month run as a part of a North American tour . +1 728030 727944 Cmdr. Rod Gibbons , an academy spokesman , said , " The academy is shocked and saddened . Naval Academy spokesman Cmdr. Rod Gibbons said : ``Today 's announcement came as a surprise . +0 921105 921039 Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose $ 1.25 to $ 21.75 , and General Motors , which rose 57 cents to $ 37.70 . Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose 77 cents to $ 21.27 , and Johnson & Johnson , which increased 95 cents to $ 53.95 . +1 1398957 1398780 They calculate that one-third of those taking the drug would gain an average of 11 years of life , free of cardiovascular disease . Still , the scientists said , a third of those taking it would benefit , gaining an average of 11 years free of cardiovascular disease . +1 2654352 2654328 " We do not want to stand by and let a credit card lynching take place , " declared Rep. Major Owens ( D-Brooklyn ) . " We don 't want to stand by and see a credit card lynching take place , " he said . +1 960331 960580 The problem likely will mean corrective changes before the shuttle fleet starts flying again . He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . +1 3010424 3010442 In a conference call with reporters , RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie said he sent the request to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . +1 2305921 2305729 And Forrester forecasts that on-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4bn by 2005 , while revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline by eight per cent . On-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4 billion by 2005 , and revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline 8 percent , Forrester predicted . +1 1473451 1473509 The Ministry of Defence is facing a 20m compensation claim from hundreds of Kenyan women who claim they were raped by British soldiers . Hundreds of Kenyan women claiming they were attacked and raped by British soldiers were granted government legal aid Wednesday to pursue their case against the Ministry of Defense . +1 408188 407700 The results were released at Tuesday 's meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and will be published in Thursday 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . +1 1619716 1619614 Music mogul Simon Cowell 's latest project , a reality TV dating show called Cupid , airs in the US on Wednesday . Music mogul Simon Cowell 's new TV dating show has made its debut in the US . +1 559444 559520 The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt an otherwise orderly second round in Serena Williams 's half of the women 's draw . The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt the otherwise orderly second-round progress in the Serena Williams half of the women 's draw . +0 487951 488007 The euro was at 1.5281 versus the Swiss franc EURCHF = , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . +1 2206822 2206552 Nearly 2,000 pages of transcripts were ordered to be made public after a legal action by the New York Times . The emotional communications were made public after a legal skirmish between the authority and The New York Times . +0 3400555 3400525 Like the outgoing centre-left coalition , the next government is expected to come under pressure to hand over indicted war criminals or risk losing Western aid . The next government is expected quickly to come under pressure to hand over iwar criminals or risk losing crucial Western aid . +1 1599728 1599554 " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light , through the prism of our experience on 9 / 11 . " +0 2180623 2180775 Staff writer Dave Michaels contributed to this report . Staff writers Frank Trejo and Robert Ingrassia contributed to this report . +0 1811787 1811952 New legit download service launches with PC users in mind . BuyMusic is the first subscription-free paid download music service for PC users . +1 2854479 2854521 On the cell 's surface , the foreign components are recognised by other cells that then realise it is infected and kill it . The foreign bits are recognized by other cells that realize it is infected and kill it . +1 1605403 1605715 Unilever Bestfoods said Wednesday it would strip trans fats from its I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter spreads by the middle of next year . Unilever Bestfoods said its " I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter ' margarine spreads will be free of trans fat by next year . +0 1462749 1462789 " We are pleased with the judge 's decision and pleased that they accepted our arguments , " a Merrill spokesman said Tuesday . " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . +0 314997 315030 On the stand Wednesday , she said she was referring only to the kissing . On the stand Wednesday , she testified that she was referring to the kissing before the alleged rape . +1 3181338 3181212 Deasean and Walker , a resident of nearby Barbey Street , were rushed to Brookdale Hospital Medical Center , where they died about 6 p.m. , O 'Brien said . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . +1 1438917 1438953 More than 6,000 companies must get shareholders ' approval before granting their executives options and other stock compensation packages , the Securities and Exchange Commission said Monday . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +0 4733 4557 Garner said the group would probably be expanded to include , for example , a Christian and perhaps another Sunni leader . The group has already met several times and Gen. Garner said it probably will be expanded to include a Christian and perhaps another Sunni Muslim leader . +1 2820371 2820525 Blair 's Foreign Secretary Jack Straw was to take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the European Union . Blair 's office said his Foreign Secretary Jack Straw would take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the EU meeting the prime minister attended last week . +0 512301 512562 What 's next : If finally passed by the House , the measure moves to the Senate . If passed , the measure will return to the Senate for concurrence with House amendments . +0 3433213 3433207 Five pools contained no traces of disinfectant at all . But five pools contained no traces of disinfectant leaving bathers open to cross-infection . +1 309864 309706 Mr Goh on his part , described the visit as especially important - given the SARS situation . Mr Goh said that it was ' especially important given the Sars situation in Singapore ' . +1 1621176 1621114 It is publishing the studies in the July issue of its Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . The reports are among several published this week in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . +1 3179258 3179481 " This blackout was largely preventable , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a briefing on the report . " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . +1 3014176 3014142 The two powerful men also disagree about ethanol ( sacred in Iowa ) and authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaska 's wildlife refuge . They also disagree over ethanol - sacred in Iowa - and on authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaskas wildlife refuge . +0 1881024 1881582 Analysts say Davis , who faces a historic recall election in October , could get a boost in the polls with a budget plan in place . Analysts say Davis , a Democrat , could get a boost in the polls if the 29-day-old budget crisis is resolved without further delay . +1 801552 801516 " There were more people surrounding the clubhouse than the Unabomber 's house up in the hills , " Baker said . " There are more people surrounding the clubhouse than surrounded the Unabomber 's home in the hills . +0 1958144 1958112 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 6.52 points , or 0.39 percent , at 1,645.66 . +1 2820372 2820184 Blair took over the Labour Party when his predecessor John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . +0 3292578 3292497 Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she would spend the weekend considering the possibility of further legal action . Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she is considering the possibility of further legal action but declined to elaborate . +0 1513796 1513822 He then drove south on Hemphill and west on Drew Street driving about 60 mph , Jones said . After striking the pedestrian , the pickup traveled south on Hemphill Street , then turned west on Drew Street going about 60 mph , Jones said . +0 1521784 1521350 The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10 : 30 a.m. on Redwood Road , above the Sequoia and Redwood intersection . The Fourth of July parade begins at 11 a.m. in downtown Everett , at Colby and Hewitt avenues . +1 1300548 1300525 " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability . " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability , " said Katsumi Ihara , president of Sony Ericsson . +1 1704987 1705268 Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as Mr. Weill 's successor . Mr. Weill 's longtime confidant , Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as his successor . +1 2250593 2250464 What 's more , Mr. O 'Neill said that he hoped Hyundai would sell one million vehicles annually in the United States by 2010 . That wasn 't all : by 2010 , Mr. O 'Neill said , he hoped Hyundai would sell 1 million vehicles annually in the United States . +0 289600 289558 Think Dynamics , which is based in Toronto , will become part of IBM 's Software Group . The 36 employees at Think Dynamics will remain in Toronto and become IBM employees , Crowe said . +1 2315720 2315696 State Sen. Vi Simpson , former state and national Democratic chairman Joe Andrew are seeking the Democratic nomination . Leading Democratic candidates are former state and national Democratic Chairman Joe Andrew and State Sen. Vi Simpson , Ellettsville . +1 3450958 3450985 It recommended that consideration be given to making the job of CIA director a career post instead of a political appointment . It suggests that Congress consider making the CIA director a professional position , rather than a political appointment . +1 396041 396188 Officials are also meeting with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . Canadian officials were also expected to meet yesterday with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . +0 3071735 3071752 Mr Li , deputy chairman of Cheung Kong Holdings , is the son of Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing . Li is the deputy chairman of Cheung Kong ( Holdings ) Ltd . < 0001.HK > . +0 1014983 1014963 GE stock closed Friday at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2708737 2708707 Pope John Paul has health problems but is still at the helm of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide has told Reuters . Pope John Paul has health problems but is firmly in charge of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide told Reuters on Friday . +0 2908313 2908192 Fletcher will not do that , said his campaign manager , Daniel Groves . Richardson and Fletcher campaign manager Daniel Groves rejected the request . +0 1181157 1180896 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gave up 3.88 points , or 0.24 percent , to 1,644.76 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 0.99 points , or 0.1 percent , at 995.69 . +0 64684 64798 Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said many pharmacy customers were also returning recalled products . Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said it highlighted the need for product regulation . +1 2759509 2759477 Kempenaers said some species are still faithful , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross , which mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . Kempenaers said fidelity still exists in some species , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross that mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . +1 2027156 2027061 US troops encountered fire from rocket-propelled grenades , mortars , and small arms coming from bunkers and buildings . The U.S. troops encountered fire from rocket propelled grenades , mortars and small arms originating from bunkers as well as within and atop surrounding buildings . +1 2840083 2840039 HCA Inc . , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 2.21 , or 5.8 percent , to $ 36.14 . HCA Inc . ( nyse : HCA - news - people ) , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 1.21 , or 3.2 percent , to $ 37.14 . +1 193911 194178 They said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed they are worth considering — especially as NATO expands to 26 members . The sponsors said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed it was worth considering - especially as NATO expands to 26 members . +1 544033 543914 They were identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . The three men charged with terrorism have been identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . +1 1386809 1386805 In 2001 and 2002 , wire transfers from 4 of the company 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion , prosecutors said . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . +1 3268473 3268414 Elsewhere , European stocks were barely changed but within a few points of year highs . Elsewhere , European stocks slipped from their highs but stayed within a few points of year highs . +1 1369201 1369173 The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held at a secret location by the United States . The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held by the United States at a secret location . +0 1849884 1849915 His lack of co-operation was allowing other Jemaah Islamiah fugitives to remain at large , Mr Dila told the court . His lack of co-operation was allowing other JI operatives to remain at large , where they threatened further terrorist acts , Mr Dila said . +1 1449289 1449185 " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon said after Tuesday 's meeting . " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Mr Sharon said . +1 2348638 2348556 Random testing of security procedures should also take place . Security assessments of these facilities should take place every three years . +1 2876839 2876840 Two officials initially said about 300 workers had been arrested at 61 stores in 21 states . But the officials later revised the numbers and said about 250 had been arrested at some 60 stores . +0 1853164 1854204 " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , " daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . +1 2320654 2320666 The Midwestern research center will focus on the development of diagnostic , therapeutic and vaccine products for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . The Midwestern center will focus on diagnosis , treatment and vaccines for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . +1 1057876 1057778 The hearing is to determine whether there is enough evidence to order Akbar to a general court-martial proceeding . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . +0 2116843 2116883 In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 year , in Canada about 80,000 . In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 yearly , according to the National Institutes of Health . +1 672378 672334 As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped during yesterday 's trading , decreasing $ 1.42 to close at $ 14.97 . As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped in Monday 's trading , decreasing 87 cents to $ 15.52 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 2529227 2529209 About 400 of those taken into custody were charged with manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . The largest number of arrests , about 400 , were on charges of manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . +1 1461629 1461781 Ninety-five percent of international cargo to the United States is carried by ship . Ships carry 95 percent of international cargo to the United States . +0 2413963 2414227 " I 'm disgusted , physically sick in the stomach , " said Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . +1 1149132 1149205 One Republican sent out a flier this week citing a 3.8-percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . One Republican flier cited a 3.8 percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . +1 748158 748178 P & G officials later concluded that the better approach was to split up the contracts to avoid reliance on just one contractor . P & G officials decided it would be wiser to split the contracts to avoid reliance on a sole contractor . +1 2251604 2251573 Under the NBC proposal , Vivendi would merge its U.S. film and TV business with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish-language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . Under a deal with General Electric 's NBC , Vivendi 's film and TV business would merge with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish- language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . +0 374015 374162 " It 's a major victory for Maine , and it 's a major victory for other states . The Maine program could be a model for other states . +1 1635934 1636048 Belgium said Saturday it has decided to scrap a controversial war crimes law which has seen cases launched against President Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon . Belgium said yesterday that it has decided to scrap a war crimes law used to launch cases against President Bush and Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel . +1 1575335 1575408 " His comments were extremely inappropriate and the decision was an easy one , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . " Savage made an extremely inappropriate comment and the decision to cancel the program was not difficult , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . +1 2927587 2927329 Already , the impact of Chinas moves is sending ripples through the region . Already , China 's moves are sending ripples through the region . +1 218945 218868 He also had management jobs at three space centers before being named director of Stennis . Parsons held engineering management positions at three space centers before being named director of the Stennis center last August . +1 2493369 2493428 News that oil producers were lowering their output starting in November exacerbated a sell-off that was already under way on Wall Street . News that the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries was lowering output starting in November exacerbated a stock sell-off already under way yesterday . +1 3125139 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 - two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . +1 1071500 1071443 The Commerce ruling Tuesday will impose a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors ( DRAMS ) made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . The Commerce Department imposed a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors , or DRAMS , made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . +0 1195661 1195775 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been gathering information on suspect cases . Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . +1 490355 490378 They note that after several weeks of rallies on upbeat earnings , investors are looking for stronger evidence of a recovery before sending stocks higher . After several weeks of market rallies on upbeat earnings , many investors are looking for more concrete signs of an economic recovery . +1 1723513 1723286 Shares of Mattel were down 13 cents to $ 19.72 on the New York Stock Exchange . Mattel shares were down 1.5 percent in early afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 3181243 3181212 Both were declared dead about 6 p.m. at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . +0 2578398 2578422 In terms of format , DVD music took off while legitimate online music broadened its reach , the IFPI said . DVD music took off , accounting for more than five percent of sales , and legitimate online music broadened its reach . +1 2829195 2829246 Malvo was brought into the courtroom for about two minutes Monday so a witness could identify him . Malvo was in the courtroom for about two minutes yesterday to allow a prosecution witness to identify him . +0 2440474 2440558 They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and 340,000 retirees and spouses . +1 2458876 2459076 The hospital where she is staying is being guarded by about a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers . The hospital has been guarded by more than a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers , said officials . +0 690423 690225 A three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled late Friday that the small size , limited use and secular purpose make the image legitimate . A three-judge panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis overturned a ruling issued last year that supported the ordinance . +1 2467984 2467944 In an interview , Healey , who is a criminologist , acknowledged that much of the sentiment among legislators here and across the country was wariness toward capital punishment . In an interview , Ms. Healey , who is a criminologist , said many lawmakers here and across the country shared a wariness toward capital punishment . +0 2152411 2152008 Today , the Columbia Accident Investigation Board will issue its findings on what caused the accident . The Columbia Accident Investigation Board has placed the blame for the accident squarely on Nasa . +0 507752 507554 " I 'm not aware of any changes in policy - we have contacts with them , they will continue . " " Our policies are well-known and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy . +1 2565169 2565078 Telemarketers who call listed numbers could face FCC fines of up to $ 120,000 . Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . +1 781894 781633 The compensation committee will prohibit securities industry directors from sitting on it . The exchange also said its five-person compensation committee will consist only of directors from outside the securities industry . +1 283607 283690 Immediately after the blast , people portraying some of the 150 " victims " stumbled amid the wreckage as emergency vehicles converged on the scene . Immediately after the small explosion , people portraying victims stumbled amid the wreckage as fire trucks and other emergency vehicles converged . +1 2204002 2204069 " This is , I think , a very seminal moment in our agency 's history , " Mr O 'Keefe said . " I think we are at a seminal moment in the history of this agency , " he said . +1 2532994 2532909 British police claim they have been taking statements from more than 30 of the women . British military police have also been taking statements from 30 of the women who have made the allegations . +1 82938 83014 A group of investors wants to start a TV network aimed at the estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . A group of investors said Friday it wants to start a television network aimed at the interests of an estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . +1 2933868 2933701 He said that in early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists . " In early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists , " Williams said . +0 572581 572736 Derrick Todd Lee is helped from a plane in Baton Rouge , Wednesday . Derrick Todd Lee , 34 , is shown in this photo released by the police in Baton Rouge , Monday . +1 2128403 2128443 They also said the rule will make the nation 's electrical system more reliable -- a high-profile issue after last week 's massive power blackout . They also said the rule will improve the reliability of the nation 's electrical system , which is needed after last week 's massive power blackout . +1 2784756 2784682 Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on a controversial gas project , a reform of a free market energy law and constitutional reforms . Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on the gas project , a reform of energy laws and constitutional changes . +1 3347012 3347199 Yesterday , this honor was given to Firefighter Thomas C. Brick , who died last Tuesday battling a fire in an Upper Manhattan warehouse . They were there to honor Brick , who died Tuesday battling a four-alarm blaze in an upper Manhattan warehouse . +1 550074 550082 In the settlement , Tyrer agreed to pay $ US1.06 million in allegedly ill-gotten trading profits and $ US342,195 in interest , the SEC said . To settle the charges , Mr. Tyrer agreed to surrender $ 1.06 million in trading profits and $ 342,195 in interest . +1 1787563 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the 17-year-old involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . +0 297503 297732 He was also expected to visit Yemen and Bahrain during his tour of the region . Khatami , who arrived in Beirut Monday , was also to visit Syria , Yemen and Bahrain . +0 312392 312450 Opposition to the bill has come from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and members of Congress . Besides a federal judge , the criticism has mounted from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and some congressional leaders . +0 2328134 2328113 After the shooting , Hoffine fled to the nearby home of a friend , and allowed her and her daughter to leave . Hoffine drove to the home of a friend and told her what he had done before allowing the woman and her daughter to leave , Hurley said . +0 1906198 1906345 He gave a surprisingly impassioned speech to the United Steelworkers of America , who announced their endorsement yesterday . On Tuesday , he picked up the endorsement of the United Steelworkers of America . +1 582748 582674 Merrill neither admitted to nor denied wrongdoing in the accord . Merrill Lynch did not admit to wrongdoing in the accord . +1 666189 666235 Mr. Marshall demonstrated a preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act . Marshall demonstrated his preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act that was passed in November 1964 . +1 3236257 3236303 The FTC judge is set to render a decision on Dec. 18 , which is viewed as the final chapter of a long-standing legal saga that 's dragged on for years . The FTC decision is viewed as the final leg in a longstanding legal saga that has dragged on for years . +0 557353 557232 The lawmakers were departing Wednesday and expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday . The lawmakers expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday and leave Sunday for South Korea . +1 3394863 3394664 Authorities said the bodies of a man and woman were recovered on Friday from a camping ground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 caravans . Two other bodies were recovered on Friday from a campground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 trailers . +1 2009317 2009591 Democrats currently hold a 17-15 advantage in the state 's congressional delegation . The Texas congressional delegation now is 17-15 Democratic . +0 1927835 1927803 He said that most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place late on Thursday evening . Most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place , the second such incident in three weeks . +1 2363561 2363551 The awards are being announced today by the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation . The prizes , from the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation , will be awarded Friday in New York . +1 2343043 2342960 According to the survey , last years identity theft losses to businesses and financial institutions totaled nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses . Identity theft cost businesses and financial institutions nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses last year , according to the FTC . +1 2511405 2511384 The company also became synonymous with ethical business practices . Levi became known for ethical business practices . +1 2238966 2239003 Peterson , 27 , was eight months pregnant when she disappeared in the days before Christmas . Peterson was almost eight months pregnant when she was reported missing . +1 1941671 1941684 At present , the FCC will not request personal identifying information prior to allowing access to the wireless network . The FCC said that it won 't request personal identifying information before allowing people to access the wireless network . +1 261723 261954 The US on Tuesday assembled a coalition of more than a dozen countries to launch a World Trade Organisation case against the European Union 's ban on new genetically modified crops . The US on Tuesday filed a long-anticipated case in the World Trade Organisation aimed at forcing the European Union to lift its de facto moratorium on genetically modified foods . +1 3065846 3065703 A federal appeals court yesterday reinstated perjury charges against a San Diego student accused of lying about his association with 9 / 11 hijackers . A U.S. appeals court in New York reinstated perjury charges against a Grossmont College student accused of lying about his knowledge of two of the Sept . 11 hijackers . +1 597385 596832 Kerr , who won three championships with the Chicago Bulls in the 90 's and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , 3 assists and 2 rebounds . Kerr , who won three NBA titles with Chicago and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , three assists and two rebounds . +0 1478072 1477994 " If the other rating agencies also downgrade us .. The two other national rating agencies are waiting to take action . +1 1245664 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , the Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . +0 1431345 1431763 He caused a stir by misnaming the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz . He greeted the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz , as " Alex . " +1 1051647 1051745 Lloyds TSB confirmed on Tuesday it was " considering its options " over the sale of its National Bank of New Zealand subsidiary . Lloyds TSB yesterday confirmed that it had received bids for its National Bank of New Zealand operation . +1 2691044 2691264 Most economists had expected a more dire report , with many anticipating the fifth month of job losses in six months . Most economists had been expecting a far more dire report , with many expecting to see the fifth month of job losses in six months in September . +1 2343280 2343315 The reading for both August and July is the best seen since the survey began in August 1997 . It is the highest reading since the index was created in August 1997 . +1 3001417 3001446 Former U.S. Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died this afternoon in his home after a long battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . +1 1091308 1091292 Instead , bond bulls focus on the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . Still , bond bulls can take comfort in the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . +1 114363 114587 He also drove in a run on a groundout against Franklin in the fifth . He drove in another run in the fifth inning on a groundout . +1 356757 356716 In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects on Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior official said . Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . +1 2697641 2697724 Novelist Michael Peterson was convicted Friday of murdering his wife , whose body was found in a pool of blood at the bottom of a staircase in their home . A jury convicted novelist Michael Peterson Friday of bludgeoning his wife of five years in the stairwell of their home . +0 2797312 2797224 President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . " But success requires more than American assistance , " Bush said in the first speech to a joint session of Philippine Congress by a U.S. president since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . +1 98413 98644 Allied forces have overthrown the government , moved into Saddam Hussein 's palaces and started to patrol the streets of the capital . Allied forces have defeated Saddam 's military , moved into his palaces and started to patrol Baghdad . +1 1632002 1631786 They went into the operations of their own free will , " their father Dadollah Bijani said . They went into the operation on their own free will , ' Reuters quoted their father , Mr Dadollah Bijani , as saying . +1 222989 223008 The yield on the 3 5 / 8 percent February 2013 note dropped 2 basis points to 3.66 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . +1 2862391 2862245 " Imagine that in someone 's fucking brain , " Klebold said . Imagine , one said , what a bullet would do in someone 's brain . +1 2464233 2464268 " Approximately 60 per cent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish , " he said . " Approximately 60 percent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish . " +1 201901 201831 Previously he had seen the grinning mechanic from east Java only on television . Mr Hughes had seen Amrozi 's face on television , the infamous images of the grinning mechanic from east Java . +1 3214661 3214345 As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . +1 3434600 3434628 MySQL AB on Tuesday announced that it had ported its open-source database to the HP-UX operating system on the 64-bit Intel Itanium 2 processor . The company updated the MySQL 4.0 software with the ability to run on the HP-UX 11i Unix operating system and Linux on servers equipped with Intel 's 64-bit Itanium 2 processor . +0 698947 698931 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC edged up 2.84 points , or 0.18 percent , at 1,593.59 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX added 1.14 points , or 0.12 percent , at 968.14 . +1 2924601 2924957 " The question that has to be penetrated is , how did 38 visits over 2 years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation ? " " The question that has to be penetrated is how did 38 visits over two years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation , " Ryan said in an interview . +1 299230 299131 Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said that portion of the DMCA gives too much leeway to copyright holders . Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said Monday that section 512 hands too much power to copyright holders . +1 1771134 1771094 The S3C2440 CPU supports major operating systems including Microsoft Windows CE / Pocket PC , Palm OS , Symbian , and Linux . It supports the Windows CE , Palm , Symbian , and Linux operating systems . +1 2265273 2265154 The transaction will expand the revenue from Callebaut 's consumer products business to 45 percent of total sales from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . +1 3167210 3167144 Meanwhile , law enforcement officials in Palm Beach County , Fla . , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million mansion , said his drug use is under investigation . A law enforcement source in Palm Beach County , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million oceanfront mansion , said last week that Limbaugh 's drug use is still under investigation . +1 1530576 1530531 State Rep. Ron Wilson , D-Houston , joined committee Republicans in voting for the map . State Rep. Ron Wilson , a Houston Democrat , joined nine Republicans in approving the bill Saturday . +1 2690103 2690016 State unemployment last month stood at 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . +0 2776997 2776959 The three chains have replaced most of the 70,000 striking workers with temporary employees to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . +1 2833095 2833505 Government workers trapped in a burning downtown office tower frantically dialed 911 as they tried to make their way through smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . Some people trapped in a burning high-rise building in Chicago 's Loop business district frantically dialed 911 for help in escaping the smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . +0 196097 195724 Because of the distance between the two chambers , the eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky . The eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky , even though all the principals will be Republicans . +1 2874983 2874972 Their groundbreaking contributions commercialize technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development . " " Their groundbreaking contributions commercialise technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development , " it said . +0 1589051 1588829 Oak Brook , IL-based McDonalds is expected to launch several hundred restaurants by year 's end . The company 's goal is to offer wireless service at several hundred restaurants by year 's end . +1 1831453 1831491 But software license revenues , a measure financial analysts watch closely , decreased 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . +1 2359415 2359452 The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . +0 1757141 1756840 Mr. Hampton had been living at a residence for AIDS patients in Beth Israel Hospital . Hampton , 39 , died in Beth Israel Hospital , Tipograph said . +0 1567124 1567171 Already suffering with the nation 's worst credit rating , the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . The Davis administration says the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . +1 713224 713249 Testing of the swimsuit at a state police lab and at a private lab in Virginia had not yet been able determine whether it belonged to Bish , Conte said . Testing at a Massachusetts State Police lab and a private Virginia lab has not been able to determine whether the swimsuit belonged to Bish , Conte said yesterday . +1 430913 430721 Under the final tax bill , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 per cent until the end of 2008 . Under the compromise , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 percent through 2008 . +1 1499006 1499172 A grassy field and asphalt island , topped with an ATM , sit where Orville Wright once developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . Orville Wright 's laboratory was once there - where he developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . +0 1640087 1639841 Shares of GE were slipping 17 cents , or 0.6 % , to $ 28.02 in Instinet premarket trading . Shares in GE were down 7 cents to $ 28.12 by the close of trading in New York . +1 2380695 2380822 King , brand-name writer , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters . Stephen King , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters from the National Book Foundation . +1 813531 813243 The presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church , Frank T. Griswold III , declined , through a spokesman , to comment on the development Saturday . The presiding bishop of the Episcopal church , Frank Griswold , declined to comment on Saturday 's development . +1 3050741 3050597 IAC 's stock closed yesterday down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent , at $ 34.19 . InterActiveCorp 's shares closed at $ 34.19 , down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 2049268 2049336 Memories also live on of the bloody debacle in Somalia 10 years ago -- the last major US military involvement in Africa . Memories also live on of a bloody debacle in Somalia a decade ago -- the last major U.S. military involvement in Africa . +1 2303745 2303559 He faces up to 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine if convicted . If convicted , Parson faces up to 10 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $ 250,000 . +0 2332152 2332298 At 5 p.m. EDT , Henri had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with some gusts reaching 60 mph . At 8 p.m. Friday , Henri was becoming disorganized , but still had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with stronger gusts . +0 200007 199991 " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . " It 's a huge black eye , " Arthur Sulzberger , the newspaper 's publisher , said of the scandal . +1 735679 735698 The industry is working with the FDA " to get firm answers and not just speculation , " he told Reuters Health . Companies are working with the FDA and academics " to try and get some firm answers and not just speculation , " Jarman said . +1 1143990 1144182 It would have been the first time in Texas history that the comptroller had not certified the budget . Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . +0 1480772 1481197 Sales at Ford fell 0.1 percent while sales at DaimlerChrysler rose 7 percent . Truck sales for the world 's No. 2 automaker dropped 4.1 percent , while its car sales dropped 13.7 percent . +1 2291870 2292062 The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 per cent , said Dr Leo Bossaert , executive director of the European Resuscitation Council . The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 percent , said Bossaert , a professor at the University Hospital in Antwerp , Belgium . +1 2577517 2577531 The Denver-based natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered after it received a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission . The natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered in response to a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission , or CFTC . +0 3444261 3444335 GREAT train robber Ronnie Biggs was fighting for life last night after a massive heart attack . Great Train Robber Ronnie Biggs was back in jail tonight after being treated in hospital for pneumonia . +1 3267026 3266930 The steel tariffs , which the U.S. president imposed in March 2002 , will officially end at midnight , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . The U.S. steel tariffs , which Bush imposed in March 2002 , were to officially end at midnight Thursday ( 0500 GMT ) , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . +1 2288200 2288297 Russian and Saudi officials on Monday signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas sector . After talks , Russian and Saudi energy ministers signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas industry . +0 1910368 1910629 A judge stayed an injunction against RIM that would have prevented it from selling the Blackberry device and services in the United States . NTP also said it would seek an injunction preventing RIM from selling the BlackBerry in the United States . +1 684554 684840 Imam Samudra , 32 , is accused of being the " field commander " of the October 12 attacks that killed 202 people , mostly tourists . Imam Samudra is charged with playing a key role in the planning and execution of the Oct. 12 attacks , that killed 202 people , mostly foreign tourists . +1 119089 119131 This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend towards open source support of business applications . This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend toward open-source support among business application vendors . +1 3153729 3153788 Dusenbery 's fiancee , Jessica Wheat , said he was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . Jessica Wheat , who said she and Dusenbery were planning to marry , said Dusenbery was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . +1 126723 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said that a search is in progress but would not comment on its status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . +0 919945 919979 Three Federal Reserve speakers and the Fed 's anecdotal summary of U.S. economic conditions could help firm expectations . At 1800 GMT , the Federal Reserve issues its Beige Book summary of U.S. economic conditions . +0 1253232 1252575 The U.N. Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . Children get sick from drinking the water : The United Nations Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . +0 1140118 1140237 Billy Hodge , 11 , is engrossed with the Harry Potter series books . Indeed , the Harry Potter series stands in a class by itself . +1 1819331 1819007 Mr Eddington warned yesterday that the future of the airline was " in the hands of the negotiators " . " The future of BA is in the hands of the negotiators , " Eddington told British Broadcasting Corp. television on Sunday . +1 1587317 1587467 Selling it symbolically writes a finish to that chapter in the administration of our city schools . " " Selling it symbolically writes ' Finish ' to that chapter in the administration of our city 's schools , " he said . +1 921225 921296 The SIA said chip sales were expect to rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9bn next year , followed by a 5.8 in 2005 . The SIA forecast that chip sales next year will rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9 billion , followed by a 5.8 percent increase to $ 191.5 billion in 2005 . +1 3022894 3023029 Peterson has been charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and son . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . +1 129774 130001 U.S. stocks fell , led by computer-related shares , after network-equipment maker Cisco Systems Inc. said sales will be unchanged this quarter . U.S. stocks fell after Cisco Systems Inc . , the world 's biggest maker of networking-equipment , forecast that sales will be unchanged this quarter . +1 2163103 2162889 Mr. Dewhurst has called for a " cooling period " between special sessions , which could give the Democrats some time at home . Mr. Dewhurst has suggested a cooling-off period , which could give the senators time to go home . +1 2193036 2193004 Mr. Weingarten said that he expected Mr. Ebbers , who turned 62 yesterday , to be fully exonerated at trial . Mr. Ebbers ' attorney Reid Weingarten said he expects Mr. Ebbers to be exonerated . +1 2298330 2298202 The four fund companies named by Spitzer each said they 're cooperating with his investigation . All the fund companies have said they are cooperating with Spitzer 's probe . +0 1598729 1598699 Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most - performers who have a hard time lining up work . +0 100857 100809 Now Infogrames has decided to change its name to Atari . Infogrames is to change its name to Atari when NASDAQ opens for trading tomorrow . +0 3270421 3270325 At 10 p.m. , Odette was centered about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica , and was moving northeast near 8 mph . At 10 p.m. Thursday , Odette was about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica and about 900 miles south-southeast of Palm Beach . +1 701798 701818 AMC has since asked the experienced Fluor company of the US to produce a detailed costing of the project , but the report is still two weeks away . AustMag has since asked the experienced US company Fluor to produce a detailed costing of the project but the report is still two weeks away . +1 83225 83171 The researchers found only empty cavities and scar tissue where the tumors had been . No tumors were detected ; rather , empty cavities and scar tissue were found in their place . +0 2843412 2843603 The House has already approved the measure , and Congress twice sent similar legislation to President Clinton , who vetoed it . Congress twice sent similar legislation to former President Bill Clinton , who vetoed it . +1 2949057 2949004 Mr. Bush has credited the Dallas pastor with helping to inspire the idea of using federal dollars to fund faith-based programs . He has credited Dr. Evans with helping to inspire the idea of federal financing for faith-based programs . +0 2654042 2653952 Attorney Patricia Anderson , who represents the Schindlers in the courtroom tug-of-war with their son-in-law , declined to comment on the case . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . +1 666485 666401 The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . The court Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . +0 389849 389790 " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " Ashcroft said . " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " said Assistant Attorney General Michael Chertoff of the Criminal Division . +1 1814019 1813836 Those systems typically combine institutional and community-based care and are financed by a combination of state , federal , and private dollars . Those systems typically combine institutional and community care and are paid for with combinations of state , federal and private money . +1 2704921 2704886 A passer-by found Ben hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. , with his hands still taped together but his feet free . A passer-by found the boy hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. Thursday , with his feet free but his hands still taped . +1 3279619 3279661 The companies uniformly declined to give specific numbers on customer turnover , saying they will release those figures only when they report overall company performance at year-end . The companies , however , declined to give specifics on customer turnover , saying they would release figures only when they report their overall company performance . +0 1715931 1715779 Chaudhry was released 56 days later and the Fiji military installed an all-indigenous government led by Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . The Fijian military installed an all-indigenous government led by Mr Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . +0 543292 543234 Russia had closed checkpoints on parts of the border with China and Mongolia until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . Russia has closed dozens of checkpoints on the border with China and Mongolia , which has also reported SARS cases , until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . +1 360875 360943 Business Week 's online edition reported on Friday that WorldCom and the SEC could announce a settlement as early as Monday . BusinessWeek Online has learned that the settlement could come as early as Monday , May 19 . +1 2190772 2190744 Nonetheless , the open-source guru insisted , " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals . " " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals , " Raymond said . +0 3334590 3334546 The U.S. military on Dec. 2 began a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country , where Taliban activity has been highest . Since Dec. 2 the U.S. military has been engaged in a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country . +0 2688978 2688946 Britz earned $ 3.77 million in salary , bonus and other compensation , and Kinney earned $ 3.76 million . Johnston made $ 5.8 million in salary and bonus in 2001 as president , and as a part-time adviser earned $ 1 million in 2002 . +1 1869077 1868927 But the company said that its competitors simply were trying to hinder MCI 's emergence from bankruptcy . But the company said over the weekend that its competitors were simply trying to throw up roadblocks to MCIs emergence from bankruptcy . +0 3006632 3006484 As a result , Murphy sought to substitute Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , as the trustee . Murphy said Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , was in the courtroom at the time , but Strier was not . +1 729170 729288 " This moves us a lot closer to saying that the foam can do this kind of damage , " said Hubbard , a member of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board . " I think this moves us a lot closer toward saying that foam can do this kind of damage , " Hubbard said . +1 2460900 2460879 Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent ’ s team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20 mile ( 30 km ) long Disraeli Fjord . Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent 's team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20-mile-long Disraeli Fjord . +1 753324 753250 Instead , tickets for the Jersey jam went on sale last night through Ticketmaster . Tickets , available through Ticketmaster , went on sale yesterday . +1 98427 98654 On Wednesday , a man was shot near Kut as he tried to run over two marines at a checkpoint . On Wednesday , the Marines shot an attacker near the town of Al-Kut as he tried to run over two Marines at a checkpoint . +1 3294368 3294400 Among the proposals is one for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next CHOGM meeting in two years . Among the proposals being considered is for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in two years . +0 2564884 2565012 The percentage of Americans without health coverage rose from 14.6 to 15.2 . The percentage of Californians without health insurance was unchanged , the report showed . +1 374633 374276 Yesterday 's ruling is a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , he said , but there is more to be done . He said the court 's ruling was a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , but that there was more to be done . +1 2565183 2565368 A ruling last week by U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry triggered a whirlwind of activity in Washington . The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . +0 2808363 2808393 Seven people were taken to hospital today after a second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . The leader of the country ’ s biggest rail union threatened industrial action today following the second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . +1 3264637 3264648 The quick conviction followed a 21 / 2-week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . +0 1233840 1234052 IDEC shareholders would own 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company , and Biogen shareholders the remaining 49.5 percent . The companies said Idec holders would own about 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company . +1 3237014 3237103 U.S. officials say Hussein loyalists do not require high-technology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . U.S. officials say operatives loyal to the ousted Saddam government do not require hightechnology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . +1 3437707 3437406 Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach LLP said it filed suit in a New York court on Monday on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund . Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach filed the lawsuit , which seeks class-action status , on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund in federal court in Manhattan . +1 2760853 2760820 Both figures were below consensus expectations , but August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fueling a dollar rally . But August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fuelling a dollar rally . +1 882187 882090 Attorneys for the Roman Catholic archdiocese and nearly 250 alleged victims began meeting last week to reach an out-of-court settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . +1 1513826 1513799 The two other passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist Fort Worth hospitals with critical injuries . Two additional passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist hospitals , both with what was described as critical injuries . +1 1375466 1376092 The new law requires libraries and schools to use filters or lose federal financing . The 6-3 ruling reinstates a law that told libraries to install filters or surrender federal money . +1 2713566 2713602 At first , the animals ’ performance declined compared to the sessions on the joystick . At first , the animals ' performance declined compared with the joystick sessions . +0 2565365 2565470 " The public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " he said at a White House ceremony . " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " Mr. Bush said . +1 1805942 1806008 Lucent 's stock was off 7 cents , or 3.7 percent , at $ 1.84 in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Lucent shares fell 8 cents , or 4.19 percent , to $ 1.83 a share in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 637337 637102 McBride dismissed Novell 's Unix ownership claims as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " " We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community , " McBride said . +0 2304663 2304743 Although they no longer get the glory , desktop PC exceeded IDC 's shipment expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . Desktop PC shipments also exceeded IDC 's expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . +1 3023907 3023990 " Clearly it is a tragic day for Americans , " he said in Washington . " It 's clearly a tragic day for America , " Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said in Washington . +1 1363236 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast creates a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . +1 2281720 2281824 PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . In July , PC-related products were the strongest sector with microprocessors up 5.6 per cent and DRAMs up 8.2 per cent over June . +0 2398653 2398717 Last month , The Washington Post Co. introduced Express , a tabloid distributed largely along transit routes . Last month The Washington Post also launched a free tabloid aimed at younger readers called the Express . +1 844668 844525 After a tense stand-off , the battlewagon turned back . After the French threatened to open fire , the battlewagon turned back . +1 2965162 2965125 Ten , two mobile homes and numerous outbuildings were destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . He said eight or nine homes had been destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . +0 3315915 3315684 Limbaugh 's lawyer , Roy Black , has accused the Palm Beach State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for investigating whether the conservative radio commentator bought painkillers illegally . Limbaugh 's attorney , Roy Black , has accused the State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for its investigation . +1 345799 345827 The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bps ( bits per second ) within the next two years , a senior Cisco Systems Inc. executive said Wednesday . The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bit / sec within the next two years , a senior Cisco executive said Wednesday . +0 3020766 3020743 Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack had been headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . +0 3416795 3416666 He also wrote the state was right to execute a search warrant at the store . He said he had told the state police to execute a search warrant but stop if they encountered resistance . +1 1551941 1551886 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 3 p.m. Arizona time Sunday . +1 162632 162653 Only one of the five buildings in the Baghdad compound of the United Nations Development Program escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . Only one of the five buildings in the compound in Baghdad run by the UN Development Program , escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . +1 2359498 2359373 Only the Intel Corporation has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . +0 176016 175686 Shares of Ahold rose 12 cents , or 2.3 percent , to 5.35 euros in Amsterdam . Ahold 's U.S. shares rose 52 cents , or 9 percent , to $ 6.30 . +0 1260657 1260284 Michelle Wie chips Sunday during her 1-up victory over Virada Nirapathpongporn in the 27th U.S. Women 's Amateur Public Links Championship . Now she has her first trophy after victory in the US Women 's Amateur Public Links here on Sunday . +1 1970412 1970729 Powell 's rendition of the third conversation made it more incriminating , by saying an officer ordered that the area be " cleared out . " Powell 's version made it seem more sinister when he said an officer on the tape ordered that the area be " cleared out . " +0 452901 452846 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . +0 488383 488290 The euro soared to US $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back slightly to US $ 1.1895 as trading opened in Europe . The euro soared to $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back to $ 1.1884 in late European trading , up from $ 1.1857 late Monday . +1 2193364 2193349 PBL 's Channel Nine has been billed as Australia 's most popular commercial station after it recently recorded 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . Channel Nine has been billed as the most popular commercial station after recently recording 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . +1 2383571 2383561 The Nasdaq composite index rose 15.82 , or 0.9 percent , to 1,861.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 17.48 points , or 0.95 percent , at 1,863.18 . +1 2059075 2059189 It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted on BugTraq . " " It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted , " it added . +1 71430 71501 The money was taken at 4 a.m. on March 18 , hours before the U.S. launched its first air strikes , the newspaper said . The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . +1 2479142 2479120 " The company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority , " the statement said . The Company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority in all business practices , " AOL added . +1 2062463 2062539 Nvidia shares lost 58 cents ( U.S. ) or 3.46 per cent to $ 16.20 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Nvidia 's stock fell 65 cents , or almost 4 percent , to $ 16.13 on Nasdaq . +0 2740505 2740326 Yang would dine on shredded pork with garlic and kung pao chicken washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . Yang was to dine on specially designed packets of shredded pork with garlic and " eight treasure " rice , washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . +1 1128884 1128865 Shares of Salix have rocketed 64 percent since Axcan made its first offer on April 10 . Since the initial takeover offer , Salix shares have risen about 35 percent . +0 1262752 1262792 Cullen is replacing former chief privacy officer Richard Purcell , who left earlier this year . The job had been vacant since Richard Purcell left earlier this year . +0 3313770 3313492 Singapore reported no suspected SARS cases Wednesday , but officials quarantined 70 people who had contact with the Taiwanese patient . Still , Singapore quarantined 70 people who had been in close contact with the scientist . +0 381114 381167 The agencies warn that the " insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans . " The insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans , so cracks should be sealed , they recommend . +0 1313226 1312848 Mallard 's friend , Clete Jackson , and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , pleaded guilty last year to dumping Biggs ' body . That night Jackson and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , went with Mallard to her house . +1 1365816 1365635 " Oh , it 's never fun to be No 4 , especially if you 've been No 1 before . " It 's never fun to be No. 4 , especially if you 've been No. 1 before , ' ' said Williams . " +1 313831 313291 It consisted of eight blacks , two Guyanese and two whites . The new jury consisted of eight blacks , two whites and two jurors of Guyanese descent . +0 131787 132098 But Nelson claims he did it because he was drunk on beer , not because Rosenbaum was jewish . Those two witnesses say that Nelson confessed to killing Rosenbaum , but claimed he did it because he was drunk on beer . +1 2170932 2170835 In the 1990 's , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs ate away at the shuttle program 's safety margins . In the 1990s , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs etched away at the shuttle program 's thin margins of safety . +1 608034 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . +1 2581167 2581252 The 5,000 members have already pledged to relocate to the selected state , Free State Project organizers say . The project already has more than 5,000 members committed to relocating to the " free state . " +0 2186975 2186979 In Hong Kong , 24 patients were quarantined Wednesday after seven public hospital workers developed flu-like symptoms . This after seven health care workers at a public hospital fell ill with flu-like symptoms . +0 1054682 1054537 By late afternoon , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.81 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,331.77 , having gained 201 points Monday to its highest level since July 2002 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 8.76 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,310.20 , having gained 201 points Monday . +1 1812255 1812313 On Friday , every major exhibitor will donate time to play daily trailers on all screens in more than 5,000 U.S. theaters . Beginning Friday , every major exhibitor in the country will donate time to play trailers in more than 5,000 theaters across the United States . +1 3264732 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . +1 1801777 1801802 The charges came after the federal government prohibited the sheik from speaking with the media and imposed special measures restricting his access to mail , the telephone and visitors . The charges came after the federal government imposed special administrative measures restricting the sheik 's access to mail , the telephone and visitors and prohibiting him from speaking with the media . +1 2461524 2461528 The updated 64-bit operating system , Windows XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems , will run natively on AMD Athlon 64 processor-powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . Windows XP 64-bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems will support AMD64 technology , running natively on AMD Athlon 64 powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . +0 1217672 1217567 " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Mr. Powell said , referring to the killing of Abdullah Qawasmeh , a leading Hamas figure . " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Powell told a news conference in neighboring Jordan . +0 2229419 2229908 The department 's position threatens to alienate social conservatives , who have provided strong political support for Mr. Ashcroft and President Bush . The department 's stance disappointed some abortion opponents , and it threatens to alienate social conservatives who have provided strong political support for Ashcroft and President Bush . +0 127586 127652 French President Jacques Chirac was said to have demanded that a European company provide the engines . French President Jacques Chirac was also reported to have supported the European bid . +1 821296 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . +1 3017248 3017177 Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company statement said . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " +1 1721433 1721267 It 's happened five times in the last 11 years : A disaster puts this Southwestern town in the headlines during the summer tourist season . It 's happened five times in the last decade : A disaster puts this tourist town in the headlines during summer , its busiest season . +0 146112 146127 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . +0 1741899 1741943 " His statement is that he possibly hit the gas instead of the brakes , " Mr Butts said . " He says he couldn 't stop the vehicle ... his statement is he possibly hit the gas instead of the brake , " Butts said . +1 2798317 2798487 Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action yesterday after they abandoned their night patrol to watch David Blaine . Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action today after they abandoned their street patrol to go and watch the American illusionist David Blaine . +1 1972375 1972241 Whitey Bulger is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . A former FBI informant , Whitey Bulger is now on the agency 's " Ten Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . +0 599474 599497 Humphries , and his father William , were on the IU campus Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning . Humphries , and his father , William , arrived at IU in the early afternoon and spent the day with IU coach Mike Davis . +1 2922492 2922548 He also worked in the Virginia attorney general 's office . Before that he held various posts in Virginia , including deputy attorney general . +1 1096217 1096374 Blue chips edged lower by midday on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . U.S. stocks fell in early morning trade on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . +1 1754723 1754661 " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " said the official , referring to the section that contained the State Department 's dissent . " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " he said , referring to the annex . +1 347271 347376 At least 2 female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 people who have had contact with them have been quarantined . At least two female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses now have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 of their contacts have been quarantined . +1 3147467 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , the American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . +1 1116151 1116373 The rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat and stabbed others , police said . On Tuesday night rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat or stabbed others . +1 276403 276121 Congo 's many-sided war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the government in Kinshasa . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . +0 2365740 2365690 Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he spoke with Kernan not long before the oath of office ceremony . Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he 'll miss the governor 's civility most . +0 2414757 2414471 For the first time starting Thursday , all four pages of the Constitution will be on view instead of just the first and last pages . And for the first time , all four pages of the Constitution will be on permanent display . +1 173875 173602 Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen has strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened . Japan 's Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen had strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened in the market to stem the yen 's rise . +0 2005797 2005527 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group in North America . +1 389117 389052 The company emphasized that McDonald 's USA does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for McDonald 's use in the United States . McDonald 's said in a statement that it does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for use in the United States . +1 1801 886 The S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes recorded their third straight week of gains . Both the S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes have scored three straight weeks of gains . +1 786528 786557 Two years later , the insurance coverage would begin . Under the agreement , Medicare coverage for drug benefits would begin in 2006 . +1 720580 720648 He said there were complex reasons for the increased numbers of cases and scientists were only just beginning to understand the risk factors . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . +1 2688423 2688373 After all , China isn 't racing anyoneso there 's no great rush , " Clark said . After all , China isn ’ t racing anyone … so there ’ s no great rush , ” Clark said . +1 2661769 2661835 Additionally , the new Server Admin tool is intended to make it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the services built into Panther Server . In addition , Apple 's new Server Admin tool makes it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the complete set of services built into Panther Server . +1 872784 872834 Gregory Parseghian , a former investment banker , was appointed chief executive . Greg Parseghian was appointed the new chief executive . +1 2033467 2033490 Furthermore , Bremer estimated that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al-Islam have slipped back into the country since May 1 . Furthermore , Mr Bremer said that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al Islam had slipped back into the country since May 1 . +1 61572 61769 Holders of paper bonds will be able , though not required , to convert to electronic accounts . Beginning sometime next year , holders of existing paper bonds will be encouraged to exchange them for electronic versions . +0 2977500 2977547 Their contract will expire at 12 : 01 a.m. Wednesday instead of 12 : 01 a.m. Sunday , said Rian Wathen , organizing director for United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . " It has outraged the membership , " said Rian Wathen , organizing director of United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . +1 1450152 1450239 Labor 's Julia Gillard said it was a " major failure of coastal surveillance " . Opposition politicians have described it as a " major failure in coastal surveillance " . +1 1767158 1767363 The suspected militants ambushed the convoy Saturday near the town of Spinboldak , said U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge . The suspected militants ambushed the convoy near the town of Spinboldak , U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge said Sunday , a day after the attack . +1 957369 957420 She has also signed a contract with Random House to write two books . Pauley also announced Thursday that she has struck a deal with Random House to pen two books . +0 969513 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . +1 3107137 3107119 But plaque volume increased by 2.7 percent in pravastatin patients . The volume of plaque in Pravachol patients ' arteries rose by 3 % . +0 633745 633767 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.67 , or 1.2 percent , to 975.26 , having risen 3.3 percent last week . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . +1 59595 59553 The retailer said it came to the decision after hearing the opinions of customers and associates . The decision came after " listening to our customers and associates , " Melissa Berryhill , a spokeswoman for Wal-Mart , said . +1 953483 953746 Analysts attributed the increase in part to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . WCOEQ.PK and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target . Analysts attributed its rise to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . < WCOEQ.PK > and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target , among other factors . +0 2198624 2198903 The NEA report , the " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas . The NEA report , " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas and mold the country 's image of teachers . +1 774533 774306 Paul Themba Nyathi , an MDC spokesman , said the Avenues Clinic was being targeted because it was treating opposition supporters . MDC spokesperson Paul Themba Nyathi said the Avenues Clinic was targeted because it was handling opposition supporters . +1 1057546 1057424 Federal Judge William Barbour said Tuesday he imposed the maximum sentence because Avants showed no remorse in the brutal slaying . U.S. District Judge William Barbour said he imposed the maximum because Avants showed no remorse . +1 453219 453181 " These are dark days for our industry , " Giovanni Bisignani , director general of the Geneva-based organization , said in a statement . " These are dark days for our industry , " the Geneva-based International Air Transport Association 's Director-General Giovanni Bisignani said . +0 2147554 2147520 US Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline , which transports crude from Colombia 's second-biggest oil field . U.S. Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline . +0 2054430 2054818 Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , argued that the freeze is for only a few months . Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , said the bill won 't freeze rates as its supporters claim . +1 863474 863505 She was the only woman in her unit and a member of Teamsters Local 995 . She was the only woman employed as a warehouse worker and heavy equipment operator and the only woman in her Teamsters local . +1 2962749 2962720 After consulting with experts , he said he was advised a delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family . Experts say the delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family , Thibault said . +1 1619244 1619274 Today in the US , the book - kept under wraps by its publishers , G. P. Putnam 's Sons , since its inception - will appear in bookstores . Tomorrow the book , kept under wraps by G. P. Putnam 's Sons since its inception , will appear in bookstores . +0 1281485 1281634 Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . Analysts have estimated that the two networks could fetch as much as $ 7 billion . +1 1396360 1396347 Microsoft favors setting up " independent e-mail trust authorities to establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " Gates says he wants to see " independent e-mail trust authorities " who " establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " +1 720493 720648 " The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and we are only just beginning to understand the risk factors , " he said . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . +1 2228681 2228695 The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was reprinted this week on the website http : / / www.smokinggun.com. The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was re-printed this week on the Web Site www.thesmokinggun.com. +1 487240 487102 Trevor Fetter , who returned to Tenet as president last November , has been appointed as acting CEO , the company said . The board has appointed Trevor Fetter , who returned to the company as president last November , as acting CEO . +1 1469341 1469352 The Fox Movie Channel has banned Charlie Chan . Charlie Chan is off the case for the Fox Movie Channel . +1 3052786 3052810 The 3 { hours of recordings include conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . Among them are conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . +0 1607481 1607344 Germans account for more than 40 percent of foreign visitors coming to Italy . Germans represent more than a quarter of all foreign visitors to Italy and 40 percent of hotel bookings . +0 3061836 3062031 The S & P / TSX composite rose 87.74 points on the week , while the TSX Venture Exchange composite gained 44.49 points . On the week , the Dow Jones industrial average rose 11.56 points , while the Nasdaq Stock Market gained 39.42 points . +1 3021663 3021933 Muhammad and fellow sniper suspect Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . Mr. Muhammad , 42 , and 18-year-old Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial separately Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . +1 3058389 3058484 Thursday , Mr. Romanow called it an offence to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . Yesterday , Mr. Romanow said it was an affront to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . +1 1279583 1279615 " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize , " said Chief Financial Officer Robert Rivet . " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize as we had anticipated , " the company said . +1 485999 486011 Ex-KGB agent Putin added that the Beatles were considered ' propaganda of an alien ideology ' . In Soviet times the Beatles ' music " was considered propaganda of an alien ideology . +1 1571093 1571028 Feelings about current business conditions improved substantially from the first quarter , jumping from 40 to 55 . Assessment of current business conditions improved substantially , the Conference Board said , jumping to 55 from 40 in the first quarter . +1 2980386 2980142 U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said the incident resulted from " two staff members bringing in Halloween costumes . " U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said ``two staff members bringing in Halloween costumes ' ' were responsible . +1 2063589 2063578 The company reported that it terminated Sequent 's Unix contract for improper transfer of source code and development methods into Linux . SCO said it terminated Sequent 's contract due to improper transfer of the company 's source code and development methods into Linux . +1 487738 487702 Investors are taking heed of the latest warning from Japan 's top financial diplomat Zembei Mizoguchi that Japan would act to prevent excessive swings in rates . Investors kept in mind Tuesday 's warning from Japan 's top financial diplomat Zembei Mizoguchi that Japan would act to prevent excessive swings in currency rates . +0 1850317 1850031 Mr McDevitt has been granted control of three crucial aspects of policing in the Solomons . Mr McDevitt has been granted control of three aspects of policing by Commissioner William Morrell . +0 1050636 1050722 In 2002 , Linksys overtook Cisco Systems as the leading wireless equipment vendor , accounting for 14.1 percent of revenue . Rolfe said Linksys overtook Cisco Systems last year as the leading supplier of WLAN equipment . +0 613592 613574 RT Jones analyst Juli Niemann said Grant was " the one we were all pulling for . He has a very good reputation , " RT Jones analyst Juli Niemann said of Grant . +1 62256 62268 The layoffs at Eddie Bauer headquarters were dispersed across the company and at all levels , spokeswoman Lisa Erickson said . The eliminations at Eddie Bauer come at all divisions and levels of the company , said Eddie Bauer spokeswoman Lisa Erickson . +1 378653 378621 Mr Martin said the company is " cautiously optimistic regarding some improvement in sales and operating performance trends in the second half of 2003 " . We are cautiously optimistic regarding some improvement in sales and operating performance trends in the second half of 2003 . " +1 1037500 1037399 " It was one of the first times in my life that I felt we were truly being treated as Americans , ' ' she said . " It was one of the few times in my life when I felt that we were truly being treated as Americans . " +1 552386 552172 " Please , keep doing your homework , " said Bavelier , the mother of three . " Please , keep doing your homework , " said Bavelier , the mother of 6-year-old twins and a 2-year old . +1 2936214 2936069 While Mr. Qurei is widely respected and has a long history of negotiating with the Israelis , he cannot expect such a warm welcome . While Qureia is respected and has a history of negotiating with the Israelis , a warm welcome is not expected . +1 1633651 1633682 " Nobody wants to go to war with anybody about anything ... it 's always very much a last resort thing and one to be avoided , " Mr Howard told Sydney radio . " We don 't want to go to war with anybody . . . it 's always very much a last resort , and one to be avoided . +1 3285516 3285301 " The message is : If an individual is thinking of getting a flu shot , they shouldn 't wait . " The message to the public is : If you are thinking of getting a flu shot , don 't wait any longer , " he said . " +1 1628068 1628145 Gilroy police and FBI agents described Gehring as cooperative , but said Saturday that he had revealed nothing about what had happened to the children . Saturday , officials in California described Gehring as cooperative — but said he has revealed nothing about what has happened to the children . +1 2436811 2436865 Knox County Health Department is following national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Protocol to contain infection . The health department spokesperson added the department is following Centers for Disease Control protocol . +1 749248 749566 The new rules will allow a single company to own TV stations that reach 45 percent of U.S. households instead of the old 35 percent . The changed national ownership limit allows a company to own TV stations reaching 45 percent of U.S. households instead of 35 percent . +1 1620264 1620507 " At this point , Mr. Brando announced : ' Somebody ought to put a bullet ' " through her head , the motion continued . Brando said that " somebody ought to put a bullet " through her head , according to the defense . +0 1848001 1848224 Martin , 58 , will be freed today after serving two thirds of his five-year sentence for the manslaughter of 16-year-old Fred Barras . Martin served two thirds of a five-year sentence for the manslaughter of Barras and for wounding Fearon . +1 747160 747144 " We have concluded that the outlook for price stability over the medium term has improved significantly since our last decision to lower interest rates , " Duisenberg said . In a statement , the ECB said the outlook for price stability over the medium term had " improved significantly " since its last decision to lower interest rates in March . +1 2539933 2539850 The notification was first reported Friday by MSNBC . MSNBC.com first reported the CIA request on Friday . +0 453575 453448 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR rose 22 / 32 for a yield of 4.31 percent , versus 4.35 percent at Wednesday 's close . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..32ce6ff700 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv @@ -0,0 +1,1726 @@ +index #1 ID #2 ID #1 String #2 String +0 1089874 1089925 PCCW 's chief operating officer , Mike Butcher , and Alex Arena , the chief financial officer , will report directly to Mr So . Current Chief Operating Officer Mike Butcher and Group Chief Financial Officer Alex Arena will report to So . +1 3019446 3019327 The world 's two largest automakers said their U.S. sales declined more than predicted last month as a late summer sales frenzy caused more of an industry backlash than expected . Domestic sales at both GM and No. 2 Ford Motor Co. declined more than predicted as a late summer sales frenzy prompted a larger-than-expected industry backlash . +2 1945605 1945824 According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( news - web sites ) , there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . +3 1430402 1430329 A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday and was expected to hit somewhere along the Texas or Louisiana coasts by Monday night . A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday and could have hurricane-force winds when it hits land somewhere along the Louisiana coast Monday night . +4 3354381 3354396 The company didn 't detail the costs of the replacement and repairs . But company officials expect the costs of the replacement work to run into the millions of dollars . +5 1390995 1391183 The settling companies would also assign their possible claims against the underwriters to the investor plaintiffs , he added . Under the agreement , the settling companies will also assign their potential claims against the underwriters to the investors , he added . +6 2201401 2201285 Air Commodore Quaife said the Hornets remained on three-minute alert throughout the operation . Air Commodore John Quaife said the security operation was unprecedented . +7 2453843 2453998 A Washington County man may have the countys first human case of West Nile virus , the health department said Friday . The countys first and only human case of West Nile this year was confirmed by health officials on Sept . 8 . +8 1756630 1756502 Moseley and a senior aide delivered their summary assessments to about 300 American and allied military officers on Thursday . General Moseley and a senior aide presented their assessments at an internal briefing for American and allied military officers at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada on Thursday . +9 938878 938896 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . +10 2357153 2357114 Consumers would still have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . +11 2760337 2760373 The increase reflects lower credit losses and favorable interest rates . The gain came as a result of fewer credit losses and lower interest rates . +12 3447768 3447857 The device plays Internet radio streams and comes with a 30-day trial of RealNetworks ' Rhapsody music service . The product also streams Internet radio and comes with a 30-day free trial for RealNetworks ' Rhapsody digital music subscription service . +13 173848 173787 Hong Kong was flat , Australia , Singapore and South Korea lost 0.2-0.4 percent . Australia was flat , Singapore was down 0.3 percent by midday and South Korea added 0.2 percent . +14 1756397 1756332 Evidence suggests two of the victims were taken by surprise , while the other two might have tried to flee or to defend themselves or the others , police said . Evidence suggests two victims were taken by surprise , while the others may have tried to flee or perhaps defend themselves or their friends , police said . +15 749900 749726 Ballmer has been vocal in the past warning that Linux is a threat to Microsoft . In the memo , Ballmer reiterated the open-source threat to Microsoft . +16 501917 501968 A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . A plane carrying 75 people , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , crashed in thick fog in Turkey early on Monday , killing all aboard , officials said . +17 356718 356778 Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . +18 1083541 1083857 " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great ' Sopranos ' saga , " HBO chairman and chief executive Chris Albrecht said . " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great Sopranos saga , " said HBO Chairman Chris Albrecht in a statement . +19 1090263 1090673 The two had argued that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . He and Zilkha believed that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . +20 666617 666675 " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " the judge told the convicted crack cocaine kingpin . " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz told McGriff after he was sentenced . +21 2299642 2299604 Still , he said , " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill . " " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill , " Frist , R-Tenn . , said Thursday . +22 2878218 2878204 " Senator Clinton should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with the important issue of homeland security funding , " he said . " She should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with this important issue , " said state budget division spokesman Andrew Rush . +23 1758014 1758028 Federal agents said yesterday they are investigating the theft of 1,200 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . +24 149718 149404 Last year , Comcast signed 1.5 million new digital cable subscribers . Comcast has about 21.3 million cable subscribers , many in the largest U.S. cities . +25 3018662 3018965 Schofield got Toepfer to admit on cross-examination that she ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . But under cross-examination by O 'Donnell 's attorney , Lorna Schofield , Toepfer conceded she had ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . +26 2444603 2444722 The man accused of using fake grenades to commandeer a Cuban plane that landed in Key West in April was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison . A Cuban architect was sentenced to 20 years in prison Friday for using two fake grenades to hijack a passenger plane from Cuba to Florida in April . +27 356716 356884 Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior government official said . +28 2535248 2535076 The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was born on Aug. 28 , 1925 , in Chicago and was carried onstage for applause when he was three days old . The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was carried onstage for applause when he was 3 days old . +29 1811569 1811633 Ricky Clemons ' brief , troubled Missouri basketball career is over . Missouri kicked Ricky Clemons off its team , ending his troubled career there . +30 956105 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . +31 1558644 1558584 The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi official in Kirkuk . The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi Kurdish official in Kirkuk , but Gul has denied any Turkish plot . +32 659710 660044 " It was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games , " Thomas said . " We 're in the Stanley Cup finals , and it was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games . +33 1268500 1268733 Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 135.92 / 6.04 yen against the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . +34 197693 197750 Snow 's remark ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign-exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . Snow 's remark on the dollar 's effects on exports ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign- exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . +35 2226418 2226158 The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . The women said victims of rape who came forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their attackers escaped judgment , prompting most victims to remain silent . +36 2191765 2192036 " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its UK business , " Cicutto added . " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its U.K. business , " NAB chief executive Frank Cicutto said . +37 2455974 2455938 In a statement , Mr. Rowland said : " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me . " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me , " Rowland said . +38 816693 816490 Oracle 's $ 5 billion hostile bid for PeopleSoft is clearly not sitting well with PeopleSoft 's executives . Oracle on Friday launched a $ 5.1 billion hostile takeover bid for PeopleSoft . +39 198581 198842 Taha is married to former Iraqi oil minister Amir Muhammed Rasheed , who surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . Taha 's husband , former oil minister Amer Mohammed Rashid , surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . +40 69590 69792 Cisco pared spending during the quarter to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . +41 2226059 2226265 Seven 20- and 21-year-old cadets were ticketed by police for drinking alcohol in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two young women , aged 16 and 18 . Seven 20- and 21-year-old male cadets were caught in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two female teens , 16 and 18 years . +42 1012095 1012246 Dixon 's win moved him into second place in the points standings , 49 behind Kanaan . " It 's always fun to come to Colorado , " said Dixon , who moved into second in the IRL standings behind Kanaan . +43 2320049 2320007 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program that also dated from the Depression years . +44 1908431 1908277 On July 22 , Moore announced he would appeal the case directly to the U.S. Supreme Court . Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . +45 2594779 2595060 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 19.72 points , or 1.98 percent , to 1,015.69 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . +46 173717 173841 Thanks to the euro 's rise against the Japanese currency , the dollar was at 117.24 yen , well above the overnight 10-month low of 116 yen . The euro 's rise against the yen and speculation of Japanese intervention helped the dollar firm to 117.25 yen , well above a 10-month low of 116 yen hit on Thursday . +47 2963161 2963103 Thursday afternoon , the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was trading up just 1.48 points , or 0.1 percent , to 1,049.59 . Stocks closed largely unchanged , with the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index dipping 1.17 points , to 1,046.94 . +48 2375809 2375778 " They were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street . Investigators " were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street in the quiet city neighborhood . +49 3298856 3298813 Nicholas is the uncle of Louima , the Haitian immigrant who was sexually tortured by NYPD cops in 1997 . 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The letter bomb sent to Prodi exploded in his hands but he was unhurt . +54 3026089 3026070 The British Foreign Office said Monday that coalition authorities in Iraq were pleased that the men were freed . The British Foreign Office said it had mediated the two men 's release . +55 1618799 1619119 Now , with the agency 's last three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia disaster , that wait could be even longer . With the remaining three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia accident , the rookies will have to wait even longer . +56 842299 842482 ISRAELI soldiers knocked down empty mobile homes and water towers in 10 tiny West Bank settlement outposts overnight as part of a US-backed Mideast peace plan . Israeli soldiers began tearing down settlement outposts in the West Bank yesterday - an Israeli obligation under a new Mideast peace plan . +57 2795276 2795258 " These documents are indecipherable to me , and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere , " the lawyer said . " These documents are indecipherable to me , " the lawyers said , " and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere . " +58 2452146 2452300 The latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting ; they were forecasting claims to fall no lower than 410,000 for last week . Despite problems in the job market , the latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting . +59 1596213 1596237 Another body was pulled from the water on Thursday and two seen floating down the river could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . Two more bodies were seen floating down the river on Thursday , but could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . +60 420631 420719 Those reports were denied by the interior minister , Prince Nayef . However , the Saudi interior minister , Prince Nayef , denied the reports . +61 2597390 2597503 Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , and many of the arrests of key al-Qaida operatives have taken place in those areas . Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , where many of the arrests of key Al Qaeda operatives have taken place . +62 2152575 2152598 " Our decision today is quite limited , " the judges stated in their opinion . " Our decision today is quite limited , " they conclude . +63 1704383 1704087 The woman had agreed to testify after receiving immunity protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . 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South Africa 's James Kingston is also on five under after blitzing six birdies on his back nine . +67 2636620 2636688 " At least two of them were supposed to be in positions of leadership for the younger boys . " At least two of [ the suspects ] were supposed to be in positions of leadership , " he said . +68 172379 172538 Ms Lafferty 's lawyer , Thomas Ezzell , told a Kentucky newspaper : " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen . " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen , " Ezzell said . +69 389027 388939 Its Canadian operations only buy beef from facilities that are federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " McDonald 's Canada only purchases beef from facilities federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " +70 1305621 1305775 Agriculture ministers from more than one hundred nations are expected to attend the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . +71 276515 276501 While there were about 700 Uruguayan UN peacekeepers in Bunia , they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . The UN has approximately 600 troops in the town , but they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . +72 1617861 1617809 Shares of Coke were down 49 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 43.52 in early trading Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . In late morning trading , Coke shares were down 2 cents at $ 43.99 on the New York Stock Exchange . +73 3063295 3063680 NASIRIYA , Iraq — Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch have angrily dismissed claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . +74 1398956 1398777 If people took the pill daily , they would lower their risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists claim . Taking the pill would lower the risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists said . +75 1401946 1401697 Amgen shares gained 93 cents , or 1.45 percent , to $ 65.05 in afternoon trading on Nasdaq . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +76 98645 98414 From the start , however , the United States ' declared goal was not just to topple Saddam but to stabilize Iraq and install a friendly government . But the United States ' ultimate goal was not just to topple Mr. Hussein but to stabilize the country and install a friendly government . +77 3113657 3113590 Customers that pay the $ 1,219 entrance fee get SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses . Retail pricing for SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses is $ 1,219 . +78 2930352 2930380 It was the best advance since Oct. 1 , when the index gained 22.25 . Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 15.66 to 1,046.79 , its best advance since Oct. 1 , when it gained 22.25 . +79 2467229 2467352 " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through , " she said . She also pledged to bring peace to Iraq : " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through . " +80 1081112 1081199 MSN Messenger 6 will be available for download starting at 6 p.m. GMT on Wednesday from http : / / messenger.msn.com / download / v6preview.asp. The MSN Messenger 6 software will be available from 11 a.m. PST on Wednesday , according to Microsoft . +81 1782395 1782413 If Shelley certifies enough are valid , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days , setting the state into uncharted political waters . If the Democrat certifies that there are enough valid signatures , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days . +82 1246493 1246786 The most serious breach of royal security in recent years occurred in 1982 when 30-year-old Michael Fagan broke into the queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . It was the most serious breach of royal security since 1982 when an intruder , Michael Fagan , found his way into the Queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . +83 41193 41211 Shares of LendingTree rose 22 cents to $ 14.69 and have risen 14 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . +84 1433616 1433454 During a screaming match in 1999 , Carolyn told John she was still sleeping with Bergin . She , in turn , occasionally told John that she was still sleeping with an ex-boyfriend , " Baywatch " hunk Michael Bergin . +85 1614192 1614332 " The vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight that needs to be improved , " the report said . " These vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight and , if not corrected , could lead to an erosion of safety , " said the report . +86 228991 229263 The network is also dropping its Friday night " Dateline " edition . The network will drop one edition of " Dateline , " its newsmagazine franchise . +87 459228 458802 " I 'm real excited to be a Cleveland Cavalier , " James said . " I 'm really excited about going to Cleveland , " James told ESPN.com. +88 1392369 1392292 Russ Britt is the Los Angeles Bureau Chief for CBS.MarketWatch.com. Emily Church is London bureau chief of CBS.MarketWatch.com. +89 479412 479618 The others were ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . The five main banks are ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , J.P. Morgan JPM.N , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . +90 1564390 1564515 WorldCom 's accounting problems came to light early last year , and the company filed for bankruptcy in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . +91 1796642 1796689 They were at Raffles Hospital over the weekend for further evaluation . They underwent more tests over the weekend , and are now warded at Raffles Hospital . +92 3099578 3099683 Rich media doubled its share , increasing from 3 % in Q2 2002 to 6 % in Q2 2003 . Rich Media interactive ad formats doubled their share from 3 % in second quarter of 2002 , to 6 % in the second quarter of 2003 . +93 1657996 1657704 She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . The star , who plays schoolgirl Nina Tucker in Neighbours , went to a specialist on June 30 feeling tired and unwell . +94 2632867 2632821 Supermarket chains facing a possible grocery clerk strike this week accused union leaders Monday of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend . Supermarket chains are accusing union leaders of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend as grocery clerks gear up for a possible strike . +95 1263127 1263344 MGM , NBC and Liberty executives were not immediately available for comment . A Microsoft spokesman was not immediately available to comment . +96 246757 246805 The ADRs fell 10 cents to $ 28.95 at 10 : 06 a.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading today . Shares of Fox Entertainment Group Inc . , News Corp. ' s U.S. media and entertainment arm , fell 45 cents to $ 26.85 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +97 1552072 1551932 Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's Web site provider to replace the vandalized page . In a telephone interview , Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's web site provider to have the vandalised page replaced . +98 1669205 1669254 Hilsenrath and Klarman each were indicted on three counts of securities fraud . Klarman was charged with 16 counts of wire fraud . +99 315656 315787 York had no problem with MTA 's insisting the decision to shift funds had been within its legal rights . York had no problem with MTA 's saying the decision to shift funds was within its powers . +100 1831381 1831491 Licensing revenue slid 21 percent , however , to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . +101 864267 864579 In his speech , Cheney praised Barbour 's accomplishments as chairman of the Republican National Committee . Cheney returned Barbour 's favorable introduction by touting Barbour 's work as chair of the Republican National Committee . +102 3119490 3119464 If the magazine lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell would be allowed to quit . If Rosie lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell - by contract - would have been permitted to quit . +103 1378004 1378107 The upcoming second-quarter earnings season will be particularly important in offering investors guidance , they say . They say second-quarter earnings reports will be key in giving investors that guidance . +104 266876 266783 During her two days of meetings , Rocca will not meet the rebels since they are banned by the United States as a " terrorist organisation " . During her two-day visit , Rocca will not meet the rebels since the United States has banned them as a " terrorist organisation " . +105 1195775 1195697 Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . There were 293 human cases of West Nile in Indiana in 2002 , including 11 deaths statewide . +106 1958143 1958023 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average [ $ INDU ] ended at session highs , gaining 64.64 points , or 0.7 percent , to 9,191.09 . +107 1626524 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships--about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . +108 1694560 1694514 We are piloting it there to see whether we roll it out to other products . Macromedia is piloting this product activation system in Contribute to test whether to roll it out to other products . +109 1945483 1945409 This issue is unlikely to be resolved until lawmakers return from their summer recess in early September . The issue is unlikely to be resolved until Congress reconvenes in early September . +110 2689148 2689306 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Mr. Reed said in his letter . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . +111 633874 633767 The index also did better than the Standard & Poor 's 500 index , which increased 3.3 percent . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . +112 715991 716184 Scrimshaw , Supervisor , Best Minister and Ten Most Wanted are expected to complete the Belmont field . Best Minister , Scrimshaw , and Ten Most Wanted all had workouts on Monday morning . +113 2636303 2636440 Judge Gerald W. Heaney , in dissent , said the authorities should have allowed the prisoner to be medicated without the consequence of execution . In dissent , Judge Gerald W. Heaney said the authorities should have allowed Mr. Singleton to be medicated without the consequence of execution . +114 361266 361184 That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . The per-share earnings were also 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +115 2929557 2929563 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , and IBMs claims based thereon , or related thereto , are barred . " SCO 's filings also assert that " the GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws . " +116 878767 878534 NASA plans to follow-up the rovers ' missions with additional orbiters and landers before launching a long-awaited sample-return flight . NASA plans to explore the Red Planet with ever more sophisticated robotic orbiters and landers . +117 1479611 1479716 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . +118 44397 44620 Garner said the self-proclaimed mayor of Baghdad , Mohammed Mohsen al-Zubaidi , was released after two days in coalition custody . Garner said self-proclaimed Baghdad mayor Mohammed Mohsen Zubaidi was released 48 hours after his detention in late April . +119 2359452 2359376 In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable on Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . +120 203291 203344 She asked to be excused from last week 's Cabinet session to prepare for a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . She took the highly unusual step of skipping cabinet to attend a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . +121 2007119 2007087 In a not-too-subtle swipe at Dean , he predicted Americans would not elect a Democrat " who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " They will not elect as president a Democrat who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " +122 2792884 2792738 The jury asked for transcripts of Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the IPO allocation process . The jury asked to have Mr. Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the allocation of stock offerings read to them . +123 629417 628975 I have no doubt whatever that the evidence of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction will be there . " I have said throughout ... I have absolutely no doubt about the existence of weapons of mass destruction . +124 3364032 3364117 Albertsons and Kroger 's Ralphs chain locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . +125 1676486 1676574 It later emerged that he had broken his right thigh and bones in his right wrist and elbow . Tour doctors later confirmed that he had broken his right leg near the hip and also sustained wrist and elbow fractures . +126 2313560 2313548 Court Judge Robert Sweet said the plaintiffs failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " The judge in U.S. District Court in Manhattan said the plaintiffs had failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " +127 2375777 2375808 A neighbor said a duffel bag containing a woman 's body was dug up , and the other body was encased in concrete . A neighbor said a woman 's body was dug up in a duffel bag , and the other was encased in concrete . +128 1363194 1362857 At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed , including one in Pennsylvania . At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of hormone users . +129 2815705 2815885 Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft -- all 737s -- and found no additional items . Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . +130 1691429 1691605 Semiconductor giant Intel Corp. said yesterday that its second-quarter profits doubled from a year ago as stronger-than-expected demand for computer microprocessors offset the weakness of its communications chip business . Intel Corp. ' s second-quarter profits doubled and revenues grew 8 percent from a year ago as the chip-making giant reported stronger-than-expected demand for personal computer microprocessors . +131 396175 396035 The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry also said it would throw out or send back all Canadian beef currently in store . The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry said it would scrap or return all Canadian beef in store . +132 2287353 2287336 " It appears from our initial report that this was a textbook landing considering the circumstances , " Burke said . Said Mr. Burke : " It was a textbook landing considering the circumstances . " +133 2904808 2904964 By Sunday night , the fires had blackened 277,000 acres , hundreds of miles apart . Major fires had burned 264,000 acres by early last night . +134 3046537 3046639 " The Domino application server is going to be around for at least the next decade . " " The Domino application server will be around for the next decade , " he said . +135 146113 146126 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . +136 2020349 2020588 Sequent representatives could not immediately be reached for comment on the SCO announcement . A spokesman for SCO could not be reached for comment this afternoon . +137 2196877 2196798 CCAG supported Bill Curry , Rowland 's opponent in the 2002 gubernatorial election . Mr. Swan 's group supported the governor 's Democratic opponent , Bill Curry , in the 2002 election . +138 3422853 3422916 The study is being published today in the journal Science . Their findings were published today in Science . +139 1761421 1761551 " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " said Pierre Pettigrew , Canada 's trade minister , in a statement . " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " Mr. Pettigrew said in a statement . +140 2609667 2609889 Kay was sent to Iraq to co-ordinate efforts to find the weapons that US intelligence reported before the invasion that ousted Iraqi president Saddam Hussein had . Kay was sent to Iraq this summer to coordinate efforts to find the weapons that U.S. intelligence reported before the war that Saddam Hussein had . +141 1596087 1596024 " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Tom Daschle , the senate Democratic leader , told reporters . " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota told reporters . +142 274229 274136 Monday 's attacks Monday were among the deadliest against Americans since Sept . 11 , 2001 . They were the deadliest terrorist attacks against Americans since September 11 . +143 774520 774298 The MDC called the strike to force Mr Mugabe to either resign or negotiate a settlement of the Zimbabwe crisis . The MDC called the week-long protest to urge Mugabe either to resign or to negotiate a settlement of the crisis gripping the country . +144 2968215 2968166 Police and school officials agreed last week to step up police presence in response to reports of increased violence and gang activity . Police met with school officials Oct. 24 and agreed to increase their presence after reports of increased violence and gang activity . +145 2532424 2532313 " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realized that it was a big thing , " Mr. Beer said . " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realised that it was a big thing , " Mr Beer told a packed press conference . +146 1821373 1821723 Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is leaving backers in suspense , and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan will consider if the Terminator balks . Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan may jump in by the Aug. 9 deadline to file . +147 2384731 2384653 But planning for an expansion of Wagerup has been caught up in a heated debate about the existing project 's effect on local residents . But plans to expand Wagerup had been caught up in a heated debate about the existing pro-ject 's impact on the amenity of local residents . +148 816341 816360 PeopleSoft management could choose to activate an anti-takeover defense known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . PeopleSoft is equipped with an anti-takeover defence , known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . +149 855331 855107 In connection with the incident , I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately . " " I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately , " he said . +150 2425559 2425606 Hotly contested legislation that would change the state 's takeover law and help a Michigan-based development company fend off a takeover cleared the state Senate on Thursday . Legislation that would change state takeover law and help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a $ 1-billion takeover won committee approval Tuesday . +151 716894 716603 The New York Mets then selected outfielder Lastings Milledge from Lakewood Ranch High School in Florida . The Mets took Lastings Milledge , an outfielder from Florida , with the 12th pick . +152 3286477 3286335 The respected medical journal Lancet has called for a complete ban on tobacco in the United Kingdom . A leading U.K. medical journal called Friday for a complete ban on tobacco , prompting outrage from smokers ' groups . +153 1320606 1320498 Michael Hill , a Sun reporter who is a member of the Washington-Baltimore Newspaper Guild 's bargaining committee , estimated meetings to last late Sunday . " We hope it 's symbolic , " said Michael Hill , a Sun reporter and member of the guild 's bargaining committee . +154 1089463 1089519 Coca-Cola said it expected its write-down to cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings . The write-down will cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings , according to Coca-Cola . +155 3256383 3256410 The Defense Department statement said legal access for Hamdi was not required by domestic or international law and " should not be treated as precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " +156 715320 715197 Clijsters was simply too complete and powerful for the Spanish veteran Conchita Martínez in her quarterfinal , winning , 6-2 , 6-1 . Clijsters was simply too powerful for Spanish veteran Conchita Martinez , winning 6-2 , 6-1 . +157 833153 833193 City Councilman Cedric Wilson said those killed were Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . Fayette City Councilman Cedric Wilson identified the dead as Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . +158 2836872 2837029 But , to the dismay of Reaganites , there is no mention of the Reagan-era economic boom . But there is no mention of the economic recovery or the creation of wealth during his administration . +159 1408377 1408706 The interview came a day after a report in the British press that he had been taken into custody . The interview Thursday came a day after Britain 's Daily Mirror reported Sahhaf had been taken into custody . +160 3073750 3073779 Lay had argued that handing over the documents would be a violation of his Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . +161 1611763 1611723 " I don 't know whether that means two years or four years . " Whether that means two years or four years , I don 't know . " +162 3265736 3265630 Walker said he expects that the president 's budget will include a request for three percent to five percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . Walker said he expects that the president ’ s budget will include a request for 3 to 5 percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . +163 1819056 1819124 Shares in BA were down 1.5 percent at 168 pence by 1420 GMT , off a low of 164p , in a slightly stronger overall London market . Shares in BA were down three percent at 165-1 / 4 pence by 0933 GMT , off a low of 164 pence , in a stronger market . +164 278163 278382 Amnesty International has said that over the past 20 years it has collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq but the actual figure may be much higher . Amnesty International said that over the past 20 years it had collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq . +165 1510296 1510225 Both have said they are willing to take the slim chance of success for the opportunity to lead separate lives . Twenty-nine-year-old Iranian sisters Ladan and Laleh Bijani are willing to accept the slim chance of success just for an opportunity to lead separate lives . +166 345963 345901 She had been critically ill after May 7 surgery to replace a heart valve . She had been critically ill since having surgery at Baptist Hospital on May 7 to replace a heart valve . +167 820900 820927 The BlueCore3-Multimedia includes a 16-bit stereo audio CODEC with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . BlueCore3-Multimedia contains an open platform DSP co-processor and also includes a 16-bit stereo audio codec with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . +168 881153 881309 Braker said Wednesday that police , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had access to . He told " Today " that authorities , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had had access to . +169 2224082 2223823 The state will consider the police memorial after planning a World Trade Center Memorial , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . The state will consider the police memorial after planning is completed on another memorial to all the victims , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . +170 1630597 1630669 Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that weak links such as being tied to a single server will be eliminated over time . Mr. Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that flaws , like being tied to a single server , would be eliminated over time . +171 2678860 2678895 It will also give Microsoft an opportunity to comment on remedies proposed by the Commission . Among other things , Microsoft is to comment on proposed remedies in its response . +172 2482005 2481972 The State Court of Appeals did not explain the reason for keeping the lower court 's unanimous opinion from July . The State Court of Appeals did not explain its reasons for not disturbing the Appellate Division 's unanimous opinion issued in July . +173 1438073 1438024 While the day 's trading was lackluster , the Standard & Poor 's 500 index was preparing to close out its best three-month period since the fourth quarter of 1998 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . +174 1703392 1703451 Powell recently changed the story , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the search was conducted Wednesday . Powell changed the story earlier this year , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the aboveground pool now sits . +175 2526928 2526952 Another said its members would continue to call the more than 50 million phone numbers on the Federal Trade Commission 's list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . +176 2759792 2759807 Stock futures were mixed in early Thursday trading , but trading below fair value , pointing to a lower open for the major market indexes . Stock futures were trading lower early on Thursday , below fair value , pointing to a lower open . +177 191346 191536 Worldwide , 7,183 SARS cases and 514 deaths have been reported in 30 countries . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . +178 1789073 1788780 SCO says the pricing terms for a license will not be announced for weeks . Details on pricing will be announced within a few weeks , McBride said . +179 2216664 2216689 Further estimates show that it is the fourth most common cause of cancer in men and the eighth most common in women . Bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer in American men and the eighth in women . +180 3300416 3300721 The new bill would have Medicare cover 95 percent of drug costs over $ 5,100 . Above that , seniors would be responsible for 100 percent of drug costs until the out-of-pocket total reaches $ 3,600 . +181 1479753 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +182 1183817 1183688 Both studies are published in the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in the latest issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . +183 1730650 1730772 His Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . +184 1462786 1463120 Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerage houses to settle investigations of analyst conflicts of interest . Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerages over analyst conflict-of-interest allegations . +185 1921865 1921879 Crohn 's disease causes inflammation of the intestine and symptoms include diarrhea , pain , weight loss and tiredness . Symptoms include chronic diarrhoea , abdominal pain , weight loss and extreme tiredness . +186 2276459 2276361 He and his colleagues attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time . He attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time ; patients cited discomfort discussing financial issues . +187 1926146 1926126 The three men have pleaded not guilty and their lawyers have asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . Defense lawyers asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . +188 1793425 1793488 A Florida grand jury investigating pharmaceutical wholesalers indicted 19 people on charges of peddling bogus or diluted medications often prescribed for cancer and AIDS patients , authorities said yesterday . A Florida grand jury indicted 19 people for contaminating and diluting prescription drugs desperately needed by AIDS and cancer patients in a multimillion-dollar scheme , prosecutors said Monday . +189 2195721 2195937 The Bush administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older power plants -- especially coal -- more power can be produced more cheaply . The administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older coal-fired plants - the most affected segment - more power can be produced more cheaply . +190 969671 969584 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . +191 746177 746211 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . +192 2011656 2011796 His chief lawyer , Mahendradatta , said Bashir was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . A lawyer for Bashir , Mahendradatta , said earlier his client was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and had felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . +193 2384647 2384724 This comes at a time when Alba is expanding its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and is accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . That comes as Alba is lifting its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . +194 3447348 3447301 The new Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processors are numbered 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + . The Mobile 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + cost $ 293 , $ 233 and $ 193 for a thousand units . +195 3334681 3334887 The main psychologist , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who said she wouldn 't comment on personnel issues . The main psychologist in the Rodriguez case , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who didn 't immediately return a call . +196 969380 969673 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . +197 1571035 1571099 The survey also found that executives who feel that current economic conditions have improved rose to 35 per cent from 15 per cent last quarter . The survey also found that more executives feel that current economic conditions have improved , at 35 per cent compared to 15 per cent in the first quarter . +198 607096 607222 Taiwan has attempted to gain observer status to the United Nations-affiliated WHO for seven years , but again was rebuffed March 19 at its annual conference in Geneva . It has sought observer status for seven years , but was again rebuffed May 19 at the annual WHO conference in Geneva . +199 91457 91527 " This is where you 're measured – not in the regular season but right now . And it 's not in the regular season , but right now , " Babcock said . +200 1146450 1146484 " I would like the FCC to start all over , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who supported reversing the rules . " I would like the FCC to start all over again , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who expressed concern about " potentially dangerous " newspaper-broadcast combinations . +201 2749203 2749190 Dave Tomlin , assistant general counsel of The A.P. , said his organization was still deciding whether to appeal . Dave Tomlin , AP 's assistant general counsel , said the parties are deciding whether to appeal the order . +202 423227 423244 Weyerhaeuser is the one of the worlds largest producers of softwood lumber , with the capacity to produce 7.6 billion board feet a year . Weyerhaeuser , one of the world 's largest producers of softwood , can produce about 7.6 billion board feet a year . +203 2702505 2702695 If their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill one or both of them , doctors have said . But if their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill them , doctors say . +204 2813342 2813365 " Our goals is not to go out and start suing companies , " McBride said . As we go down the licensing path , our goal is not to start suing companies , " McBride said . +205 1116621 1116661 A key figure in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's bribery scheme was accused Wednesday of changing his story about Silvester 's alleged corrupt dealings with a Boston investment firm . A key player in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's corruption scheme testified on Tuesday about kickbacks and bribes Silvester traded for state business . +206 1050718 1050632 Gartner 's report said global WLAN equipment shipments reached 19.5 million last year , a 120 percent increase over 2001 's 8.9 million units . Total shipments reached 19.5 million units last year , compared with 8.9 million units in 2001 . +207 2924620 2925014 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail each . The Jacksons remained in Camden County jail on $ 100,000 bail . +208 2622075 2622719 " I am proud that I stood against Richard Nixon , not with him , " Kerry said . " I marched in the streets against Richard Nixon and the Vietnam War , " she said . +209 209615 209601 Saddam 's other son , Odai , surrendered Friday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a U.S. agent . Hussein 's other son , Uday , surrendered yesterday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a US agent . +210 2133905 2134140 The Space Infrared Telescope Facility 's mission is to search for the beginnings of the universe . NASA is scheduled to launch the Space Infrared Telescope Facility on Monday morning . +211 232432 232716 There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters , from all sides , in the region . There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands of them deployed in and around Bunia . +212 2670301 2670231 The driver of the truck escaped and is now being sought by the police , Supoyo said . But police say the driver of the truck has not been found and is wanted for questioning . +213 545926 545817 A soldier was killed Monday and another wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . +214 399715 399588 Total Information Awareness is now Terrorism Information Awareness . The new name will be Terrorism Information Awareness . +215 214786 214456 David Brame fatally shot his wife and then himself on April 26 in a Gig Harbor shopping-mall parking lot . David Brame shot his wife and then himself April 26 in a Gig Harbor parking lot as their two children sat in his car nearby . +216 731753 731593 " I just hope that this event doesn 't tarnish his career or take away from what he 's done . " " But I just hope that this event , whatever it was , doesn 't tarnish his career or take away all that Sammy Sosa 's done . +217 1705093 1704989 Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . And Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , who is currently president of Citigroup , was named chief operating officer . +218 451540 451590 The service is deploying Cisco 's BTS 10200 Softswitch cable modem termination system and MGXR 8850 voice gateway products . This solution includes the BTS 10200 soft switch , uBR7246VXR cable modem termination system and MGX 8850 voice gateway products . +219 3314564 3314185 Last year , there were shortages of shots for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox nationally . In the past two years scientists say there have been vaccine shortages for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox . +220 804259 804115 County Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial because the jury could not reach a verdict . Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial in the Adrian McPherson gambling trial today after the jury was unable to reach a verdict . +221 2195121 2195141 Mr. Pingeon is director of litigation for Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , a prisoners ' rights group . Pingeon said an attorney for his organization , Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , interviewed Assan Tuesday . +222 2939979 2939941 Heather , 35 , who lost a leg in a road accident , is thought to have steel plates fitted in her hips , which would make natural childbirth impossible . Former model Lady McCartney lost a leg in a road accident in 1993 and is understood to have steel plates fitted in her hips which would make natural childbirth difficult . +223 3014165 3014133 Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended the deadline to Oct. 17 , and they are still working on it . Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended it to Oct. 17 . +224 379579 379458 Pacific Northwest has more than 800 employees , and Wells Fargo has 2,400 in Washington . It has 800 employees , compared with Wells Fargo 's 2,400 . +225 481929 481981 However , other unions including the powerful CGT remained opposed to the reform and demanded the government begin fresh negotiations with them . The powerful CGT and other unions remained opposed to the plans , however , and demanded the government renegotiate the reform with them . +226 2787375 2787404 On health care , the NDP says there will be no privatization and no health-care premiums . The New Democrats also renewed their commitment to no health-care privatization and no premiums . +227 1980126 1980211 As part of a restructuring Peregrine sold its Remedy help desk software unit last year to BMC Software Inc . Peregrine sold its Remedy business unit to BMC Software in November for $ 355 million . +228 3299227 3299188 This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here , " he said to loud applause . " This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here . " +229 1669277 1669222 Klarman was arrested by FBI agents in the Hamptons , an exclusive summer resort enclave east of New York City . Klarman was arrested by FBI agents Monday morning at his home in New York . +230 3125018 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 _ two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . +231 2025802 2025681 Four versions of Windows operating systems are targeted : Windows NT , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . The new worm affects these Windows systems : 2000 , XP , NT 4.0 and Server 2003 . +232 2357216 2357196 It calls for the agency to plan an independent safety and engineering organization . The agency has yet to fully formulate a strategy for the creation of an independent engineering technical authority . +233 3190817 3190834 No official ceremony was planned to mark the anniversary in Dallas . In Dallas , no official ceremony marked the anniversary . +234 616279 616223 Caldera acquired the Unix server software of the original SCO and changed its name to the SCO Group . SCO changed its name to Tarantella , and Caldera later changed its name to the SCO Group . +235 1653584 1653844 The victims were last seen at church last Sunday ; their bodies were discovered Tuesday . The family was last seen July 6 and their bodies were found Tuesday . +236 2488322 2488374 Results of the 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released yesterday by Statistics Canada suggest living standards have improved but still lag for those off reserves . The 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released Wednesday by Statistics Canada says living standards have improved but still lag for the Inuit and those who leave their often impoverished reserves . +237 1809432 1809422 Software developers use compilers to translate programming languages such as C + + into the language that can be read by a particular processor . Software developers use compilers to translate a programming language , such as C + + , into the machine language understood by the processor . +238 1296641 1296436 In Albany , for example , 24 percent of students passed ; in South Colonie , 14 percent . In Kingston , only about 15 percent of students who took the exam passed it . +239 460136 460201 Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair apologized Thursday for his arrest hours earlier in Nashville on suspicion of drunken driving and illegal possession of a handgun . Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair was arrested Thursday and charged with drunken driving and possession of a handgun . +240 826466 826607 That second dossier , passed to journalists during Mr Blair 's trip to Washington , said it drew on " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . That second dossier , passed to journalists on Mr Blair 's trip to Washington to discuss war plans , said it drew upon " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . +241 763636 763618 The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . The other , much less likely semifinal will match seventh-seeded Guillermo Coria of Argentina against the unseeded Dutchman Martin Verkerk . +242 2876861 2876951 Wal-Mart estimates more than 100 million Americans visit their stores every week . Each week 138 million shoppers visit Wal-Mart 's 4,750 stores . +243 3372291 3372332 For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . +244 1687490 1687430 Sen. John Kerry , Massachusetts Democrat , came in second place for the quarter with $ 5.8 million . As expected , Dean led the field in the second quarter with $ 7.6 million raised . +245 1369754 1369906 While some other parts of Africa have been used as staging grounds for the terror group , Malawi previously had not been a major focus of investigations into al-Qaida . While some other parts of Africa have been used as Al Qaeda staging grounds , Malawi had previously not been a major focus of investigations into the group . +246 881734 882010 Police said yesterday they believe Mr. Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates , though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . +247 1413741 1413711 The Prime Minister , Junichiro Koizumi , joined the criticism . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Mr Ota deserved to be criticised . +248 3159653 3159764 There is one drug on the market for macular degeneration , Visudyne , and it is approved for the treatment of only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . +249 3411418 3411820 Speaking for the first time since being charged with child molestation , Jackson added , " Why not ? Michael Jackson spoke out for the first time Sunday night since the latest accusations of child molestation . +250 1784474 1784513 The bureau also failed to pursue other leads , including a local imam who dealt with several key 9-11 figures . The FBI also failed to pursue other leads , including a San Diego imam who dealt with several 9 / 11 figures , it adds . +251 684307 684050 " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " one politician said . " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " said one Iraqi politician after meeting with Mr. Bremer . +252 830829 830805 The Johnson-Lewis fight was to be the main event of a boxing doubleheader at the Staples Center in Los Angeles . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . +253 3434409 3434578 Scientists believed Stardust trapped thousands of particles of dust . Stardust was designed to gather thousands of dust particles streaming from Wild 2 . +254 770328 770414 The Herald reported on Tuesday that internet developer Bruce Simpson was building a missile from parts ordered over the internet and shipped through Customs . A home handyman is building a missile in his garage with parts bought over the internet and shipped through Customs . +255 1134743 1134948 Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Trichet as ECB president on Thursday evening or Friday . Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Bank of France governor Jean-Claude Trichet as president of the European Central Bank on Thursday or Friday . +256 2173497 2173632 Vivendi pointed out that in both possible combinations , it would maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation " with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " +257 1090499 1090289 Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal founder Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's firing for months . Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal Corp. founder and vocal El Paso critic Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's termination for months . +258 2228840 2228717 The last time the survey was conducted , in 1995 , those numbers matched . In 1995 , the last survey , those numbers were equal . +259 2132227 2132275 Cooper , the boy 's mother , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met a parishioner at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . The boy 's mother , Patricia Cooper , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met one of its members at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . +260 390511 390658 To win final United States approval , the treaty would have to be signed by President Bush and ratified by Congress . The treaty must be signed by the president and ratified by Congress to take effect . +261 2222267 2222353 The deal with the Carmel-based insurer is expected to close shortly , said Macklowe spokesman Howard J. Rubenstein . Macklowe has signed a sale contract , which is expected to close shortly , said his spokesman , Howard Rubenstein . +262 3085916 3085789 Intelligence officials in Washington warned lawmakers a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , it was reported today . Intelligence officials told key senators a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) said yesterday . +263 1907709 1907769 Plofsky said the commission won 't investigate because the three-year statute of limitations has expired . The panel will not begin a formal investigation because the statute of limitations has expired , Plofsky said . +264 1675037 1675047 Yes , from today Flash memory purchased from AMD or Fujitsu will be branded Spansion . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . +265 121931 122054 Her amendment would have changed the bill by keeping with current Texas law , which gives school districts the option to hold a moment of silence and recite the pledge . The legislation would replace the current Texas law , which gives school districts the option of holding a period of silence and reciting the pledge . +266 3168654 3168714 Talabani told him the Governing Council would " need UN assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken . " Talabani told him Iraqi leaders would " need U.N. assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken " on organising an interim Iraqi government by June . +267 3052789 3052812 By state law , 911 calls are not public information and were not released . By law , 911 calls are not public information in Rhode Island . +268 2536332 2536313 Under the Government Network Security Act of 2003 , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement P2P security plans . If enacted , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement these plans . +269 1707805 1707851 Sales as measured by volume , a key gauge of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . Coke 's unit case volume , a key measure of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . +270 2980398 2980147 Gainer said the two staff aides are " very sorry this all happened , " and the security personnel had performed " well within standards . " The security personnel performed ``well within standards ' ' and the two staff aides were ``very sorry all this happened , ' ' Gainer said . +271 554867 554875 Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . Both will compete in today 's third round , which is all oral examination . +272 1134101 1133958 He will leave Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on Monday , July 21 . Lord Archer is likely to be released from Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on July 21 . +273 2472857 2472830 The helicopter burst into flames upon impact , according to the Mohave County Sheriff 's Office . The helicopter was owned by Las Vegas-based Sundance Helicopters Inc . , according to the sheriff 's office . +274 2546948 2547079 Pennsylvania , which has the most aggressive treatment program , is treating 548 of 8,030 inmates . Texas , which has more than three times Michigan 's inmate population , is treating 328 of its 16,298 infected inmates . +275 1398658 1398617 " In so many different ways , the artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history , " Bush said . Surrounded by singers from Harlem , Bush said : ' ' The artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history . +276 3353902 3353811 Retail industry experts predict the next five days will likely make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . As the holiday shopping season peaks , industry experts predict the coming week could make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . +277 2332632 2333026 Police then called a bomb squad , but the device exploded , killing Wells , before bomb technicians arrived . While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . +278 3254081 3254131 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index pulled back by nearly 4 points to 1,066.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > fell 0.70 points , or 0.07 percent , to 1,069.42 . +279 1268485 1268448 The euro has slipped nearly four percent since matching a record peak of around $ 1.1935 only last week and hitting an all-time high of 140.90 yen in late May . The euro has slipped as much as four cents since matching a record peak near $ 1.1935 last week and hitting a record high of 140.90 yen in late May . +280 2173289 2173179 The FBI informed Easynews that an individual had used the Easynews UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th , the company said in a statement . " The FBI informed Easynews.com that an individual had used the Easynews.com UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th . +281 496011 496262 " It 's very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " where there is a lack of expertise , says one banker . " It is very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " says one banker . +282 2724265 2724346 But Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . +283 781404 781423 Named in the complaint were former chief executive officers Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman and former CFO Barry D. Romeril . The executives fined included former Chief Executives Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman as well as former Chief Financial Officer Barry Romeril . +284 2906103 2906321 Both were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of endangering the welfare of children . The Jacksons each were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of child endangerment . +285 509471 509095 " The layoff is an excuse , " countered Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . " I didn 't think our team engaged at all , " lamented Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . +286 2550244 2550413 The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday where Donaldson is scheduled to testify on hedge and mutual funds . The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday , when Donaldson will be questioned about hedge and mutual funds . +287 2562645 2562631 In other markets , U.S. Treasuries started off on Monday weaker , as stocks rose early . In other markets , U.S. Treasuries inched higher as declining stocks raised the appeal of safe-haven debt . +288 1729744 1729706 Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Analysts had forecast second quarter sales of $ 614 million , according to the Thomson First Call Web site . +289 395559 395451 At 11 : 30 a.m. , Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal reached the summit . Sherpa Tenzing Norgay , who reached the summit with Sir Edmund , died in 1986 . +290 1989164 1989348 Both are being held in the Armstrong County Jail . Tatar was being held without bail in Armstrong County Prison today . +291 612172 612073 The Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's 2001 application to sell Erbitux , citing shoddy research . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . +292 3287079 3287709 He claimed Red Hat and the Free Software Foundation with trying to undermine U.S. copyright and patent law . In his letter , McBride charges the Free Software Foundation and Red Hat with trying to undermine U.S. copyright laws . +293 3351573 3351167 Beaumont said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . Mark Beaumont , a staff writer at music magazine NME , said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . +294 2818485 2818521 According to a news release sent by the Terry Schindler-Schiavo Foundation , Florida Speaker Johnnie Byrd will introduce " Terri 's Bill " during the special session Monday . Florida 's Speaker of the House Johnnie Byrd , is expected to introduce ' ' Terri 's Bill ' ' during a one-day special session of the state legislature being held today in Tallahassee . +295 422580 422428 Its shares jumped to $ 54.50 in pre-open trading from $ 50.90 at Wednesday 's close . Shares jumped almost 7 percent in pre-open trading , rising to $ 18.26 from $ 17.05 at Tuesday 's close . +296 1639902 1640247 GE stock were up 37 cents to $ 28.56 in morning New York Stock Exchange trade . Investors reacted little , with GE shares edging 7 cents lower to end at $ 28.12 on the New York Stock Exchange . +297 1479563 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +298 3313504 3313769 Authorities said the scientist properly quarantined himself at home after he developed SARS symptoms Dec. 10 . The scientist also quarantined himself at home as soon as he developed SARS symptoms , officials said . +299 2321397 2321451 Five-time Tour de France winner and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong had a few words of advice for other cancer survivors in Denver on Friday . Five-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong is in Denver today for a meeting about surviving cancer . +300 172945 172742 The ruling ``is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal to the Sixth Circuit , ' ' Taubman Centers said in a statement . The statement concluded , " This ruling is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal " to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court . +301 2472825 2472863 Authorities did not immediately release the identities of the victims pending family notification . Neither authorities nor Granquist would release identities of the victims pending family notification . +302 969586 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC fell 23.54 points , or 1.42 percent , to 1,630.08 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . +303 1953291 1953412 The cuts are expected to save Texas consumers more than $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , Black said . The reductions are expected to save Texas consumers $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , said Robert Black , an Insurance Department spokesman . +304 2679022 2679221 In New Hampshire yesterday , Mr Bush reiterated Saddam 's regime " possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people " . " The regime of Saddam Hussein possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people . " +305 510887 510855 The final round of the bee will be broadcast on ESPN at 1 p.m. Thursday . At least 80 will make it to Thursday 's final rounds of competition , which will be broadcast on ESPN . +306 2484349 2484160 At Tuesday 's arraignment hearing , Marsh pleaded not guilty to 122 counts of burial service fraud and 47 counts of making false statements . At the hearing he pleaded not guilty to the burial service fraud and false statements charges . +307 1501925 1502094 To put it very simply , Antetonitrus is Brontosaurus 's older brother , hence the name . Antetonitrus was brontosaurus ' older brother , hence the name . +308 813244 813532 But church members and observers say they expect that the decision could be problematic for many Episcopalians . But church members and observers say they anticipate that the decision here could pose doctrinal problems for some Episcopalians who believe the Bible prohibits homosexuality . +309 2749311 2749444 Bush already is halfway to his goal of raising $ 150 million to $ 170 million for next year 's primaries . He is roughly halfway to his goal of raising between $ 150 million and $ 170 million in the primaries . +310 3102010 3102052 " Turning the corner does not mean we 've crossed the finish line , " Gregory told reporters . " But turning the corner doesn 't mean crossing the finish line , " Gregory said at the bishops ' annual meeting here . +311 1864807 1864926 The latest raid came as US lawmakers debate a report that accuses Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . The latest in the kingdom 's almost weekly raids on alleged terror cells comes after a US Congress report accused Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . +312 2607409 2607529 Doctors who knowingly violate the ban could face up to two years in prison . Under the measure , doctors who perform the procedure would be subject to two years in prison and unspecified fines . +313 2795949 2795974 The delegation leaves Chicago today , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . They leave Chicago on Saturday , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . +314 636412 636322 As planned , the services will be rolled into Yukon when it ships ( see story ) . The reporting services will also be rolled into Yukon as planned , sources said . +315 1163497 1163395 Toronto Police Chief Chief Julian Fantino confirmed Friday morning that a man had been arrested in the slaying of Toronto girl Holly Jones . Toronto Police Chief Julian Fantino said Friday morning that an arrest has been made in the slaying of local girl Holly Jones . +316 276404 276122 They later fell out and have backed a series of rival Congolese militias in recent years . The two invading countries later fell out , and have since backed rival factions . +317 666238 666192 Marshall pressed the practical case that a quite similar civil-rights bill based on the 14th Amendment was struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . Mr. Marshall pressed the practical case that quite similar rights legislation based on the 14th Amendment had been struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . +318 960861 960916 But she said it will be difficult for investigators to directly tie any decline in shuttle funding to the February disaster . She cautioned that it will be difficult for investigators to tie any decline in shuttle funding directly to the February tragedy . +319 2089677 2089938 The Toronto Stock Exchange opened on time and slightly lower . The Toronto Stock Exchange said it will be business as usual on Friday morning . +320 2083437 2083550 The special tests were developed to measure student progress in meeting the state 's standards for the content taught in each grade . The tests measure how well students are meeting the state 's standards for learning the content taught in each grade . +321 342605 342611 At least 1,750 people were ordered to evacuate their homes shortly before 9 a.m. as a precaution , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . At least 1,752 people were ordered to evacuate their homes in the north part of Marquette about 8 : 45 a.m. EDT , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . +322 2030918 2030878 It is essential that proceedings against accused terrorists both be fair and appear fair to outside observers , he said . It is essential that the proceedings against accused terrorists be fair -- and appear to be so to outside observers , Sonnett said . +323 3267232 3267338 Some 95 million Americans -- half of all households -- invest in mutual funds . About half of all U.S. households have money in mutual funds . +324 1694591 1694663 The technology is available for download on the Microsoft Developer Network ( MSDN ) site . WSE version 2 is available from Microsoft 's developer Web site . +325 3304690 3304606 Meningitis is an infection of the spinal cord fluid and the tissue around the brain . Meningitis is an infection of the fluid in a person 's spinal cord and around the brain . +326 2553132 2553328 It is for that reason that legal scholars said the Denver ruling is at least plausible . It is for that reason that legal scholars said Judge Nottingham 's decision was at least plausible . +327 2155800 2156091 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI finished down 31.23 points , or 0.33 percent , at 9,317.64 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 27.02 , or 0.3 percent , 9,321.84 , having lost 74.81 on Friday . +328 375576 375682 School officials said Van-Vliet reported the accident using the bus ’ radio . Van-Vliet , who was also injured , called in the accident on the school bus radio . +329 2155884 2155607 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 1.8 points , or 0.18 percent , to 991 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . +330 1322386 1322404 But he said labor would see whether other senators can increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . +331 2524292 2524149 He was referring to John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange last Sunday . Next week , John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who Sunday became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange , will take up his position . +332 3326118 3325997 Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro hailed the appellate court ruling . Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro was pleased by the ruling , spokesman Mark Gribben said . +333 1625195 1625499 In an appearance before a parliamentary committee on Tuesday , Mr. Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . On Tuesday , Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . +334 1830745 1831002 The banks neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks neither admitted nor denied the charges as part of the agreement . +335 1524868 1524905 But 13 people have been killed since 1900 and hundreds injured . Runners are often injured by bulls and 13 have been killed since 1900 . +336 851678 851911 On the other hand , if this will help further establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " +337 54823 55177 The April 19 , 1995 , bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building came on the second anniversary of the fiery end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . The April 19 , 1995 , bombing came on the second anniversary of the end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . +338 392771 392701 The year-ago comparisons were restated to include Compaq results . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . +339 1987428 1987385 Investment bank Merrill Lynch raised its investment rating on the business software maker Oracle to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . Merrill Lynch upgraded the business software maker to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . +340 711871 711923 The report confirmed the ACLU 's view that the civil liberties and rights of immigrants " were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 , " said Romero . The inspector general 's findings confirm our long-held view that civil liberties and the rights of immigrants were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 . " +341 1443641 1443672 The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . There will be 9.3 million visitors to hot spots in 2003 , up from 2.5 million in 2002 , Gartner said . +342 2221841 2221884 United is working closely with the Air Transportation Stabilization Board to replace the aspects of its loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . United is working closely with the ATSB to replace those aspects of the company 's original loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . +343 2830817 2830766 The moves came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board finished investigating . The promises of lawsuits came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board had finished the investigation . +344 134455 134545 On Tuesday , the central bank left interest rates steady , as expected , but also declared that overall risks were weighted toward weakness and warned of deflation risks . The central bank 's policy board left rates steady for now , as widely expected , but surprised the market by declaring that overall risks were weighted toward weakness . +345 2060262 2060225 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 6.48 , or 0.7 per cent , to 990.51 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 6.48 points , or 0.66 percent , to 990.51 . +346 3185726 3185754 They also found shortness was associated with a family history of hearing loss . Shortness was found twice as often in those with hearing loss . +347 2378827 2378888 He said the FDA was hoping Congress and the courts would bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers . He said FDA hopes Congress and the courts will bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers — perhaps before the 2004 elections . +348 2893299 2893356 On Friday , the Concorde started up around sunrise and seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . Yesterday , the Concorde seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . +349 2080922 2080979 Navistar shares were down 44 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 41.19 on the New York Stock Exchange after falling as low as $ 39.93 . Navistar shares rose a penny to $ 41.64 at late afternoon on the New York Stock Exchange after earlier falling as low as $ 39.93 . +350 3251501 3251262 Squyres is principal investigator for the Athena payload - a collection of science instruments carted by each rover . Steve Squyres , a Cornell University scientist , is principal investigator for the missions ' science instruments . +351 2636300 2636438 The appeals court judges were in sharp disagreement over what should be done when they ruled in February . The appellate judges were in sharp disagreement when they ruled in February . +352 226395 226669 Bremer , 61 , is a onetime assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. 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MO.N fell 50 cents , or 1.2 percent , to $ 41.81 . +356 408572 408628 " Whatever has happened to you by way of punishment is certainly more than enough , " Covello told the 49-year-old , whose family , friends and supporters filled half the courtroom . " What has happened to you , sir , by way of punishment , is certainly more than enough , " Covello said . +357 1549628 1549570 Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat exhaustion , bruises and muscle strain , and were treated and released from the hospital , fire officials said . Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat , bruises and muscle strain , fire officials said . +358 2458335 2458449 Hundreds of soldiers took part in the early morning raid , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to airstrikes in Gaza . Hundreds of soldiers were involved , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to air strikes in Gaza . +359 1123369 1123468 State health officials said today a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed today that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . +360 1702735 1702711 Last year , he made an unsuccessful bid for the Democratic nomination for governor . He ran last year for the Democratic nomination for Texas governor , but lost the primary to multimillionaire Tony Sanchez . +361 1394508 1394489 Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular Internet Explorer toolbar , adding bells and whistles for surfers . Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular toolbar for Internet Explorer , adding a pop-up blocker , a controversial Blogger feature , and form-filling functionality . +362 2493378 2493420 The last time the S & P had a larger one-day point loss was also May 19 , when it gave back 23.53 to close at 920.77 . The last time it had a larger one-day loss was July 1 , 2002 , when it shed 59.41 to close at 1,403.80 . +363 645180 645536 I was going to the court believing I could do this , only if I played my best tennis . " I was believing that I was confident I could do this , but only in the case I would play my best tennis . +364 1140025 1140085 A promotional poster , complete with countdown dial , reminds readers of the upcoming release of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " +365 1953409 1953285 Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners premiums might finally be getting relief . Relief is in sight for Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners insurance premiums . +366 869241 869208 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . At 12 : 10 p.m. EDT , Canada 's benchmark S & P / TSX composite index was up 6.87 points or 0.1 per cent to 6,979.29 . +367 633875 633744 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index shot up 5.7 percent for the week . The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . +368 3190211 3190134 Lowe 's , with about half as many stores , reported a 33 percent increase in third-quarter profit behind a 12 percent jump in same-store sales . Home Depot reported a 22 percent jump in third-quarter profit behind a nearly 8 percent rise in same-store sales . +369 1643243 1643049 Blair 's government included the charge that Saddam sought uranium from Niger in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for military action . Britain included the accusation in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for war in Iraq . +370 3058482 3058386 Part of the accord was the implementation of a special health council that would monitor health spending and progress in reforming the health system . A key portion of the accord was the implementation of a special council to monitor health spending , set goals for the system and measure progress in reforming health care . +371 3384269 3383800 Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights including seats on other airlines for passengers . Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . +372 713992 713965 Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left their weakened companions behind . +373 2425362 2425341 A company spokeswoman declined to say how much Qwest receives in annual revenue from government contracts . A Qwest spokeswoman , Kate Varden , declined to say how much in sales the company received from the United States government . +374 1201425 1201329 For the week ended June 15 , a total of 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the United States , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . +375 222535 222564 Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said their Rapitva drug failed to help patients with rheumatoid arthritis in a study . Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-largest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said they will terminate Phase II testing of their Raptiva rheumatoid-arthritis drug after finding no benefit for patients . +376 1039162 1038840 PeopleSoft will commit $ 863 million in cash and issue 52.6 million new shares , the companies said . The new deal would be valued at $ 1.75 billion , including $ 863 million in cash and 52.6 million PeopleSoft shares . +377 3436639 3436708 Halliburton on Tuesday reiterated its contention that KBR had " delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms " . " We believe KBR delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms , " Halliburton spokeswoman Wendy Hall said . +378 1124284 1124161 He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and barred from the complex - home to his mother and two children . He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and was barred from the complex . +379 1479538 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +380 2858180 2858100 Shares ended Wednesday at $ 6.83 , up 2 cents . Shares of Goodyear rose 2 cents on Wednesday and closed at $ 6.83 . +381 1044270 1044301 " As a professional , " he added , " I think I 'd like to be thought of as a good storyteller . " As a professional , I 'd like to be thought of as a storyteller . " +382 1151084 1151062 Federal prosecutors , the Securities and Exchange Commission , and the mortgage company 's regulator launched investigations into Freddie Mac 's shake-up . The Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Attorney have opened investigations into Freddie Mac over its accounting practices . +383 2885844 2885779 Forecasters predict the storm will reach Earth at 3 p.m. eastern time Friday and could last up to 18 hours . It is expected to reach Earth about 3 p.m. EDT Friday , and its effects could last 12 to 18 hours . +384 3014157 3014190 Yet another big fight has been over a White House proposal to privatize air-traffic control at major airports . Yet another fight has been waged over a White House proposal to privatize air traffic control at major airports , such as those in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia . +385 787889 788223 The initial report was made to Modesto Police December 28 . It stems from a Modesto police report . +386 512322 511968 " If you pass this bill , Big Brother will be watching you , " said Rep. John Mabry , D-Waco . " If you pass this bill , " Rep. John Mabry Jr . , D-Waco , told colleagues , " Big Brother will be watching you . " +387 867716 867754 Officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , and Reyna dropped a knee into his back , according to testimony . That 's when officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , according to testimony . +388 618359 617945 Buoyed by some of the advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 for a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . Buoyed by advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 on Thursday to enter today 's round with a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . +389 126662 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said a search is ongoing but would not comment on the status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . +390 1908352 1908458 After a seven-day trial last year , Thompson found the monument to be an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . Last year , Thompson ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . +391 1785196 1785461 They reported symptoms of fever , headache , rash and muscle aches . Symptoms include a stiff neck , fever , headache and sensitivity to light . +392 2173826 2173501 Today , he will find out whether he is still in the running to buy back the U.S. entertainment business of troubled Vivendi Universal SA . An investment group led by former Seagram Inc. boss Edgar Bronfman Jr. is still in the running to buy the U.S. entertainment assets of Vivendi Universal SA . +393 2375776 2375807 The victims were not identified , although authorities said at least one of the bodies had been there about a year . The two victims buried in the yard were not identified , though authorities said at least one has been there about a year . +394 269089 268884 Ahold Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for the scandal . Board Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for events at Foodservice and elsewhere in the embattled group . +395 2537987 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc.JCP.N and Walgreen Co.WAG.N kick things off early in the week . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . +396 2980690 2980538 Defense lawyers had objected in pretrial hearings to the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify Muhammad . Defense lawyers had objected in earlier hearings to showing the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify the person in them . +397 1027143 1027507 " I have lots of bad dreams , I have flashbacks , I have lots of anger . " I have lots of bad dreams , flashbacks and lots of anger . " +398 130265 129786 The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . The S & P 500 had climbed 16 percent since its March low and yesterday closed at its highest since Dec. 2 . +399 261718 261828 The American decision provoked an angry reaction from the European Commission , which described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful " . The European Commission , the EU 's powerful executive body , described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful . " +400 2776609 2776659 The petition alleges that Huletts unfair sales have damaged the U.S. industry , sending market prices below sustainable levels . Those unfair sales have damaged the US industry by eroding market prices below sustainable levels , says Alcoa . +401 261957 261729 Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador , Honduras , Mexico , New Zealand , Peru and Uruguay will also support the challenge . Nine other countries , including Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador and Mexico , are supporting the case . +402 925534 925489 Gateway will release new Profile 4 systems with the new Intel technology on Wednesday . Gateway 's all-in-one PC , the Profile 4 , also now features the new Intel technology . +403 1478533 1478601 The government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites on Sunday in a loosely coordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . +404 725698 725404 Mrs. Clinton said she was incredulous that he would endanger their marriage and family . She hadn 't believed he would jeopardize their marriage and family . +405 2484347 2484159 Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , faces multiple counts of burial service fraud , making false statements , abuse of a dead body and theft . Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , also faces charges of abuse of a body , and theft . +406 1607342 1607469 Schroeder cancelled his Italian holiday after Stefani refused to apologise for the slurs , which came after Berlusconi compared a German politician to a Nazi concentration camp guard . Stefani 's remarks further stoked tension after Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi last week compared a German member of the European Parliament to a Nazi concentration camp guard . +407 243700 243946 Tony winners will be announced June 8 at the Radio City Music Hall in New York . Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . +408 1240372 1240326 Revenues for " The Hulk " came in well below those of last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , " X2 : X-Men United , " which grossed $ 85.6 million in its opening weekend . The Hulk trailed last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , X2 : X-Men United , which grossed $ 85.6-million in its opening weekend . +409 1983012 1983180 Tony-award winning dancer and actor Gregory Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . +410 1088209 1088238 In April , it had forecast operating earnings in the range of 60 to 80 cents a share . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . +411 1703443 1703477 Hampton Township is a few miles northeast of Bay City , about 100 miles away . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . +412 941626 941679 And his justification for the bombing was that while it caused short-term material damage , it was for the long-term moral good of Bali . And he justified bombing Bali by saying that while it had caused material devastation , it was for the island 's long-term moral good . +413 3085927 3085530 It indicates , Robert said , “ that terrorists really don ’ t care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " +414 2746528 2746712 The Supreme Court long ago held that students could not be compelled to join in the pledge . The U.S. Supreme Court has previously ruled that students are not compelled to say the Pledge of Allegiance . +415 1140029 1140085 Kids , adults , booksellers and postal workers all are preparing for " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " +416 1787122 1787292 Colgate shares closed Monday at $ 56.30 on the New York Stock Exchange . Colgate shares were down 30 cents at $ 56 in morning trade on the New York Stock Exchange . +417 3450953 3450981 Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled and there was no convincing evidence it was being revived , the report said . Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled , and there " was no convincing evidence of its reconstitution . " +418 2902707 2902760 Cadbury Schweppes plc plans to cut 5500 jobs and shut factories after a 4.9 billion ( $ A11.9 billion ) acquisition spree over the past three years inflated costs . Cadbury Schweppes has unveiled plans to slash 5,500 jobs and 20 percent of its factories over four years to cut costs brought about by an acquisition spree . +419 1813375 1813388 " These foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-lowering drugs . " We have now proven that these foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-reducing drugs . +420 2971556 2971759 " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job , " she said . Cavender did say : " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job . " +421 3119302 3119544 State Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in court this morning , " It was an ill-conceived lawsuit . " New York Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in his statement that the lawsuit was " ill-conceived . " +422 981815 981922 The former president also gave numerous speeches in 2002 without compensation , said his spokesman Jim Kennedy . His spokesman Jim Kennedy said the former president also gave more than 70 speeches in 2002 without compensation . +423 1496052 1496255 Mayor Joe T. Parker said late Thursday that the three workers were two men and a woman who were inside the building when the first blast occurred . The missing workers , two men and a woman , were inside the building when the first blast occurred , Mayor Joe T. Parker said . +424 572164 571428 Kaichen appeared Wednesday in federal court on two bank robbery charges . She appeared in federal court Wednesday , but did not enter a plea . +425 2713980 2713709 The monkeys could track their progress by watching a schematic representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . The arm was kept in a separate room , but the monkeys could track their progress by watching a representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . +426 959616 959471 As a result , 24 players broke par in the first round . Twenty-four players broke par in the first round , the third highest figure in U.S. Open history . +427 1912529 1912650 Magner , who is 54 and known as Marge , has been the consumer group 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . She has been the consumer unit 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . +428 633744 633768 The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . +429 3313165 3313141 Closed sessions are routinely held at the United Nations tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but usually to protect witnesses 's safety . Closed sessions are routinely held at the U.N. tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but they are usually closed to protect witnesses who fear for their safety . +430 2122040 2121820 Although it 's unclear whether Sobig was to blame , The New York Times also asked employees at its headquarters yesterday to shut down their computers because of " system difficulties . " The New York Times asked employees at its headquarters to shut down their computers yesterday because of " computing system difficulties . " +431 3385867 3385835 The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Stephen Sundlof of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration . The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Dr. Stephen Sundlof of the Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) . +432 1657140 1657002 His band in the early 1930 's included the pianist Teddy Wilson , the saxophonist Chu Berry , the trombonist J. C. Higginbotham and the drummer Sid Catlett . His band in the early 1930s included pianist Teddy Wilson , saxophonist Chu Berry , trombonist J.C. Higginbotham and drummer Sid Catlett . +433 318215 318353 We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCOLinux until these issues are resolved , " Sontag said . We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCO Linux until these issues are resolved . " +434 2473394 2473357 Aiken 's study appears in the Sept . 24 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association . +435 1258288 1258190 Slightly more than half of the profit shortfall results from a sales slump , with weakness spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . Slightly more than half of the earnings miss was due to a sales slump , with weakness was spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . +436 742244 742119 Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the NPT treaty which would allow U.N. inspections at short notice . Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty , which it signed in 1970 , that would allow IAEA inspections at short notice . +437 3085148 3085019 They came despite what BA called a " difficult quarter " , which it said included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow . BA said the second quarter , which included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow , had been difficult . +438 432116 432164 In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . In addition , " fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to Islamic mosques , the Justice Department said . +439 539350 539637 He refused to reveal what percentage of flights carried sky marshals , or whether they would be increased . He refused to say what percentage of domestic flights had security officers on board . +440 2160920 2161366 Dean told reporters traveling on his 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour that he considered campaigning in Texas a challenge . Today , Dean ends his four-day , 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour in Chicago and New York . +441 2442948 2442826 The victim , whose name was not released , underwent surgery at the hospital . The wounded doctor , whose name was withheld , underwent surgery at the hospital for three gunshot wounds . +442 1518074 1518108 Those conversations had not taken place as of Tuesday night , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . Those talks have not taken place , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . +443 1284177 1284077 Other features include FileVault , which secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption on the fly . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . +444 1591389 1591595 An arrest warrant claimed Bryant assaulted the woman June 30 at a hotel . According to an arrest warrant , Bryant , 24 , attacked a woman on June 30 . +445 600786 600523 Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment from beneath the concrete slab Thursday , but it turned out to be an animal bone , authorities said . Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment Thursday night , but authorities said it was from an animal . +446 1245561 1245666 After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , it had to wait for legal hurdles to be crossed before sales could resume . After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , legal hurdles had to be cleared before sales could resume . +447 2734483 2734397 The number of extremely obese adults -- those who are at least 100 pounds overweight -- has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . +448 3289732 3289629 The research firm earlier had forecast an increase of 4.9 percent . The firm had predicted earlier this year a 4.9 percent increase . +449 3306149 3306053 Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted work for several hours while waiting for the anthropologist to arrive from Indianapolis . Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted it until an anthropologist arrived in the northwestern Indiana city from Indianapolis . +450 1318034 1318119 Stripping out the extraordinary items , fourth-quarter earnings were 64 cents a share compared to 25 cents a share in the prior year . Earnings were 59 cents a share for the three months ended May 25 compared with 15 cents a share a year earlier . +451 3354775 3354759 The company will be able to start recording profits from HPS immediately , Perot Systems spokeswoman Mindy Brown said . The company will begin adding to Perot Systems ' profits immediately , the company said . +452 1111786 1111709 White House officials also deleted a reference to a 1999 study showing that global temperatures had risen sharply in the previous decade compared with the last 1,000 years . The revised draft removed a reference to a 1999 study showing global temperatures had risen sharply in the past decade compared to the previous 1,000 years . +453 806505 806865 The leading actress nod went to energetic newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur as Edna 's daughter Tracy . Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . +454 1479862 1479870 In January 2000 , notebooks represented less than 25 percent of sales volume . That compares with January 2000 , when laptops represented less than 25 percent of sales volume , NPD said . +455 2071990 2072141 Federal and local officials , including Bush , saw no apparent sign of terrorism . Federal officials earlier said there is no evidence of terrorism . +456 1970415 1970732 U.N. inspectors later said the documents were old and irrelevant -- some administrative material , some from a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . They said some of the documents were administrative paper work and some about a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . +457 2928566 2928606 Griffith , a Mount Airy native , now lives on the North Carolina coast in Manteo . Griffith , 77 , grew up in Mount Airy and now lives in Manteo . +458 1239932 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . +459 1092090 1091918 It will also delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until the deal was completed and Buhrmann bedded down in PaperlinX . It will delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until Buhrmann is bedded down inside PaperlinX . +460 1240213 1240330 OS ANGELES - ' ' The Hulk ' ' was a monster at the box office in its debut weekend , taking in a June opening record of $ 62.6 million . " The Hulk " took in $ 62.6 million at the box office , a monster opening and a new June record . +461 2720187 2720172 Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , turned himself in in June ; his deputy was killed in a recent shootout with Saudi forces . Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , surrendered in June ; his deputy was killed in a shoot-out with Saudi forces recently . +462 3259695 3259744 Several current and former ferry officers have said the rules were routinely ignored and seldom enforced . Some current and former ferry employees have said those rules were often ignored . +463 1657875 1658028 " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . " But at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " he said . +464 1563816 1563592 It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . The intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . +465 99378 99324 The Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain , was forthright . " He hasn 't got much choice , " said the Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain . +466 692176 692246 Heavy weekend rain and runoff from heavy snowmelt sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening the sinkhole in I-70 east of Vail . Rain and runoff from heavy snow sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening a 22-foot-wide sinkhole in Interstate 70 east of Vail . +467 654702 654683 Spinal Concepts , launched in 1996 , makes orthopedic medical devices used during spinal fusion surgical procedures . Spinal Concepts makes spinal fixation products used during spinal fusion surgery . +468 2725718 2725646 The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off as early as tomorrow or as late as Friday from the Jiuquan launching site in the Gobi Desert . The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off between next Wednesday and Friday from a launching site in the Gobi Desert . +469 240075 240044 State Republican Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away from referring to Wise 's problems in the 2004 gubernatorial campaign . State GOP Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away in 2004 from referring to Wise 's problems . +470 427005 427281 The others were given copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " and told to follow it . The researchers gave copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " to the carb-cutters . +471 2124302 2124451 Druce is still being held at the prison and is now in isolation , she said . Druce last night was held in isolation at the same prison . +472 229259 228827 NBC also announced it has struck a deal to keep ER on the air for three more seasons . NBC also announced that it has extended its deal with Warner Brothers Television to keep ER on the air for at least three more seasons . +473 1171535 1171893 Also weighing on the market was news that General Motors GM.N planned to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . Also hurting was news General Motors GM.N was to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . +474 1201093 1201040 In court , she briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and quietly made notes in a spiral-bound notebook . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . +475 545928 545817 On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . +476 3128200 3128160 The new research will be published soon in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . +477 1554315 1554352 " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " the statement read . " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said . +478 1196117 1196011 Jackson 's visit came after a relatively peaceful night in Benton Harbor , which sits in southwestern Michigan about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . Jackson 's visit followed a relatively peaceful night Thursday in Benton Harbor , about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . +479 842171 842236 The attacks came as Mr Sharon faced down the hardline central committee of his Likud party in Jerusalem . News of the Hebron incident filtered out as Mr Sharon was facing the hardline central committee of his Likud Party in Jerusalem . +480 246576 246511 The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . Bruce N. Hawthorne , 53 , was named executive vice president and chief staff officer . +481 1629901 1629398 The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer - Dallager - for failing to address the scandal . +482 2588886 2588780 SARS went on to claim the lives of 44 people in the Toronto area , including two nurses and a doctor . The virus killed 44 people in the Toronto area , including one doctor and two nurses . +483 769049 769025 The World Health Organization — another Lilly partner , along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University — has declared TB a global emergency . The World Health Organization -- which is participating in the initiative along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University -- has declared TB a global emergency . +484 1924883 1924416 Five Jordanian embassy staff were wounded but were in stable condition . Some media reported that Jordanian embassy staff were killed in the attack . +485 1550877 1550897 This northern autumn US trainers will work with soldiers from four North African countries on patrolling and gathering intelligence . Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . +486 1977046 1977184 U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled that the Akron-based company should have determined that changes at one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions . FirstEnergy Corp. should have determined that modernizing one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions , U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled Thursday . +487 644153 643714 " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said FBI Special Agent Craig Dahle in Birmingham . " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said Dahle , a spokesman for the Birmingham office . +488 173736 173905 " One can say that the euro at the moment is about at the level which better reflects the fundamentals , " he said . " The euro at the moment is at a level that better reflects the fundamentals , " the ECB president said . +489 209859 209757 Thats why the Americans with all their technology cant find him . That 's why the Americans - with all their technology - can 't find him . " +490 2158247 2158067 U.S. District Judge William Steele set a hearing tomorrow on the lawsuit . U.S. District Judge William Steele has set the hearing on the suit for Wednesday . +491 1459781 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . +492 2905479 2905361 We 're electing a president of the United States , not a staff . " " We are electing a president of the United States , not a staff , " Kerry said . +493 3447773 3447850 The router will be available in the first quarter of 2004 and will cost around $ 200 , the company said . Netgear prices the WGT634U Super Wireless Media Router , which will be available in the first quarter of 2004 , at under $ 200 . +494 2527795 2527755 The nation 's median household income , adjusted for inflation , declined 1.1 percent , to $ 42,409 in 2002 , the Census Bureau reported Friday . The number of Americans living in poverty increased by 1.7 million last year , and the median household income declined by 1.1 percent , the Census Bureau reported yesterday . +495 1348907 1348952 The picture changes a bit should Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton be the Democratic presidential candidate . The picture changes slightly should New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton end up as the Democratic presidential candidate . +496 703823 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . +497 1075005 1075021 Her lawyers filed a lawsuit against the Dallas County district attorney , Henry Wade , challenging Texas 's abortion laws . In 1969 , Ms. McCorvey 's attorneys filed suit against Dallas County District Attorney Henry Wade challenging the state 's abortion laws . +498 1948542 1948502 Police said the suspected Marriott suicide bomber was Asmar Latin Sani , 28 , from the island of Sumatra . A sibling also identified Sani , 28 , who was from the island of Sumatra , police said . +499 1849873 1849903 Both were a few metres apart , Mr Laczynski pressing against the metal fence dividing court officials from the crowd . Separated by a few metres , Mr Laczynski pressed against the metal fence which divides court officials from the crowd . +500 986840 986695 The European Union was due Monday to demand Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher nuclear inspections and to link compliance with a pending trade deal . The European Union was due on Monday to demand that Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher inspections of its nuclear program , linking compliance to a pending trade deal . +501 3230905 3231041 Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts are saying , could be undermining efforts to promote safe sex . Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts say , may be undermining efforts to promote safer-sex practices . +502 2906716 2906796 Viles ' body was discovered four hours later after he failed to respond to a call to return to his housing unit . Viles was found dead after the three failed to respond to a routine call to return to their housing units . +503 2768372 2768324 Every Thursday , a grains management committee meets in the Commission 's agriculture directorate to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . A grains management committee normally meets each Thursday in the Commission 's agriculture unit -- another target of Wednesday 's raids -- to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . +504 2891359 2891275 About 1,500 firefighters here and north of the neighboring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . About 1500 firefighters in Fontana and the neighbouring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . +505 131134 131308 Once seated , the anonymous jurors will be driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . The judge planned to have the anonymous jurors driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . +506 1051279 1050975 She was taken by ambulance to Charing Cross Hospital in Hammersmith . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . +507 212622 212672 Pappas said he wouldn 't hesitate about asking Graham to substitute . Pappas , the teacher , said he wouldn 't hesitate having Graham as a substitute . +508 629297 629322 " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , biological programme , indeed nuclear programme , indeed all that was documented by the UN , " he said . He added : " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , the biological programme and indeed the nuclear weapons programme . +509 3377001 3376977 He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging staff at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel and demanding U.S. forces leave Iraq . He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging workers at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel . +510 1720973 1721003 Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state has long had its eye on this piece of property and is eager to complete the deal to obtain it . Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state long has coveted this piece of property , and is eager to complete the deal . +511 2989427 2989456 With the Expose feature , all open windows shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . With the Expose ( ex-poh-SAY ) feature , all the open windows on the desktop immediately shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . +512 1496938 1496946 He faces a maximum sentence of 59 to 87 years in prison if convicted . Iffel was hit with 22 weapons charges and faces up to 87 years in prison if convicted . +513 388576 388649 Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity , and get a cut of sales on a sliding scale through 2021 . Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity and would also get a five percent share of sales from 2005 . +514 562108 561820 Still , he noted Miami must decide whether to seek ACC membership for the next school year by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . Still , he noted that Miami must decide whether to seek A.C.C. membership by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . +515 1223198 1223139 Police today charged three men , one aged 28 and two aged 26 , with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault occasioning bodily harm , armed robbery and burglary . Four men were arrested and have been charged with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault , armed robbery and burglary . +516 2208440 2208642 The new policy gives greatest weight to grades , test scores and a student 's high school curriculum . Academic achievement -- including grades , test scores and high school curriculum -- are given the highest priority . +517 3021619 3021518 McGill also detailed the hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . McGill also said a dark glove was stuffed into a hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . +518 36547 36623 ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc. are developing similar medications , designed to target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . Iressa is similar to medicines being developed by ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc . , designed to precisely target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . +519 345699 345719 Shares in EDS closed on Thursday at $ 18.51 , a gain of 6 cents . Shares of EDS closed Thursday at $ 18.51 , up 6 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . +520 1010013 1010046 Jirsa is being introduced as Marshall head coach today at a noon news conference in the Bob Hartley / Big Green Room of Cam Henderson Center , The Herald-Dispatch learned . Jirsa will be introduced as the 25th Marshall basketball coach today at a press conference in the Henderson Center ’ s Big Green Room . +521 2493925 2493892 Richard Grasso quit as chairman last week after losing the support of his board amid public furor over his $ 140 million pay package . Grasso quit last week in the wake of a firestorm of criticism over his $ 140 million compensation package . +522 1661881 1662136 Police Chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group that had custody of Ghozi , has offered to resign , according to Ebdane . Police chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group , which had custody of Al-Ghozi , offered his resignation , and Ebdane accepted it . +523 1879236 1879339 Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8,000 hectares ( 20,000 acres ) of pinewood since the blazes started Monday afternoon . Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8000 hectares of pinewood since the blazes began on Monday afternoon . +524 2467992 2467952 And as more than 100 people on death rows have been exonerated , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . As more than 100 people sentenced to death have been exonerated across the nation , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . +525 3014177 3014143 The differences between Grassley and Thomas on energy and Medicare have become so pointed that other members say their angry personal relationship is embarrassing the party . Their differences on energy and Medicare have become so pointed other members say it is embarrassing to the party . +526 467296 467042 Numan was the Baath Party 's regional command chairman responsible for west Baghdad . Al-Numan was a longtime member of the regional command of the Baath party . +527 1567595 1567650 Instead , prosecutors dismissed charges and Rucker left the courtroom a free man . Instead he left the courtroom a free man after authorities dismissed criminal charges . +528 1243432 1243445 LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion - Australian football - as the world champion relaxed before his Wimbledon title defence . LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion – Australian rules football – as the world champion relaxed ahead of his Wimbledon defence . +529 2370245 2370426 Microsoft says customers can install applications and software on their handset wirelessly or from a PC via USB connection . Additional applications and software can be downloaded via the phone or from a PC via a USB connection . +530 3331545 3331648 Shares of Schering-Plough were off 2 cents at $ 16.78 near midday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Schering-Plough closed down 4 cents at $ 16.76 in Thursday trade on the New York Stock Exchange . +531 1929176 1929167 The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . In Nairobi , the provost of All Saints Cathedral , the Very Reverend Peter Karanja , said the US Episcopal Church was alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . +532 599678 599554 " The issue has been resolved , " Marlins President David Samson said through a club spokesman . The Marlins only said : " The issue has been resolved . " +533 745950 746180 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures for June were down 2.60 points at 965.70 , while Nasdaq futures were down 7.50 points at 1,183.50 . +534 1737548 1737488 " I don 't see the urgency of this , and I am not going to grant this request . " " I don 't see the urgency in this so I 'm not going to grant it , " West said . +535 2095818 2095799 In its statement , the bank said it believed " the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the United Kingdom remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . +536 2484044 2483683 The tour plans to make stops in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1-2 , and in New York City on Oct. 3-4 . The tour will stop in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1 and 2 , and New York on Oct. 3 and 4 . +537 1604217 1604154 " City-grown pollution , and ozone in particular , is tougher on country trees , " says Cornell University ecologist Jillian Gregg . " I know this sounds counterintuitive , but it 's true : City-grown pollution -- and ozone in particular -- is tougher on country trees , " U.S. ecologist Jillian Gregg said . +538 3438458 3438444 Elecia Battle , of Cleveland , told police she dropped her purse as she left the Quick Shop Food Mart last week after buying the ticket . Elecia Battle dropped her purse after buying the Mega Millions Lottery ticket last week and believes the ticket blew away . +539 1439347 1439293 When fully operational , the facility is expected to employ up to 1,000 people . The plant would employ 1,000 people when fully built out , the company said . +540 399170 399276 The Senate agreed Tuesday to lift a 10-year-old ban on the research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . Both the House and Senate bills would end the ban on research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . +541 1958452 1958519 Shares of McDonald 's rose $ 1.83 , or 8.3 percent , to close at the day 's high of $ 23.89 . McDonald 's shares rose $ 1.83 to close Friday at $ 23.89 on the New York Stock Exchange . +542 2178827 2178795 The girls and three of the cadets were cited for underage drinking . The girls , ages 16 and 18 , were ticketed for underage drinking along with three of the cadets . +543 1280917 1281225 Oracle Corp 's Chairman and CEO Larry Ellison didn 't rule out sweetening the company 's unsolicited offer to acquire rival PeopleSoft Inc . Oracle chairman Larry Ellison has hinted that the company could yet again increase its offer for rival PeopleSoft . +544 3001423 3001446 Former Indiana Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died Sunday in Bloomington after a battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . +545 1146295 1146253 The bill also requires the FCC to hold at least five public hearings before voting on future ownership changes . Another component of the bill would require the FCC to hold at least five public hearings on future ownership rule changes before voting . +546 2414342 2414213 State government sources said Travis ' move was a direct result of the controversy over the Boudin parole decision . Sources say this decision was a direct result of the decision to release Boudin . +547 173779 173846 The Nikkei average closed up 1.5 percent at 8,152.16 , a one-month high . The Nikkei average ended the morning up half a percent at 8,071.00 . +548 1114165 1114068 According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . The Hispanic population increased by 9.8per cent from the April 2000 census figures , despite less favourable social and economic conditions than in the 1990s . +549 2337960 2338068 The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company also said it would cut wholesale prices on cassettes and change the suggested retail price to $ 8.98 . +550 237239 237465 The plane was estimated to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . US Airways Flight 5481 , which crashed Jan. 8 , was judged to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . +551 663480 663544 The House has passed prescription-drug legislation in the last two sessions , but the Senate has failed to do so . The House has passed bills the past two Congresses , but the Senate has not . +552 460144 460211 He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 -- well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , police said . The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . +553 1809293 1809194 TI further said that , as a result of the license agreement , it will not change its prices for OMAP devices . In a joint statement , the companies said that as a result of the license agreement , TI will not be changing its prices . +554 859489 859427 Perkins will travel to Lawrence today and meet with Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . +555 3131671 3131687 Continuing the record-setting pace of recent years , personal bankruptcies rose 7.8 percent in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts said Friday . The record-setting pace of new personal bankruptcies continued in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , with their number rising 7.8 percent , according to data released Friday . +556 210694 211119 Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . Barnes is one of three politicians honored Monday by the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum with the Profile in Courage Award . +557 347483 347458 Enstrom and Kabat focused their work on 35,561 people who had never smoked but had spouses who did . The study focused on the 35,561 people who had never smoked , but who lived with a spouse who did . +558 2827192 2827205 Symantec yesterday bought SSL VPN appliance vendor SafeWeb for $ 26 million in cash . Symantec Monday said it will acquire SSL VPN appliance provider Safeweb for $ 26 million in cash . +559 2486728 2486654 More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . More than 100 officers launched the London raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine and money laundering ring . +560 684938 684972 But the plan was dropped because some of the terrorists were uncomfortable that schoolchildren would be their victims . But the plan was abandoned as some in the group were uncomfortable the victims would be schoolchildren . +561 826609 826468 A senior Whitehall official said : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . A senior Whitehall official said recently : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . . . It was a monumental cock-up . " +562 1279867 1279906 " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims should keep consumer expectations at current levels and may signal more favorable economic times ahead . " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims " may signal more favorable economic times ahead , " she said . +563 1091178 1091235 Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 26 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.27 percent from 3.17 percent . +564 1293239 1293439 The army said the raid , which comes just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the Hamas leader in the city , targeted militants in Hamas . The arrests came just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the militant group 's leader in Hebron . +565 2085113 2085096 Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said Friday that he will hold a hearing on the blackout as soon as lawmakers return in September . House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said his committee will hold a hearing on the power outage in September . +566 1739449 1739474 Also , businesses throughout Utah are volunteering to display Amber alerts on their signs . Other businesses are volunteering to put the alerts on their electronic signs and billboards . +567 2559956 2559939 Says IBM : " Electrons come down from the poly-silicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base , and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode . " Electrons come down from the polysilicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode , " the company said . +568 349935 350009 In March , SCO Group filed a lawsuit against IBM charging unfair competition and breach of contract . SCO is suing IBM for misappropriation of trade secrets , tortious interference , unfair competition and breach of contract . +569 911563 911587 Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , is leading the opposition . " I think it will pass , " Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , said in Washington . +570 2123347 2123494 According to market research from The NPD Group , the number of people downloading music dropped from 14.5 million in April to 10.4 million in June . The number of households acquiring music fell from a high of 14.5 million in April to 12.7 million in May and 10.4 million in June , according to NPD . +571 2108887 2108868 Beleaguered telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . +572 1967671 1967592 Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London and will be extended over the next month to police around the country . Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London , and will be extended to other forces next month . +573 1044800 1044829 The Passion will feature actor James Caviezel as Christ and actress Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . Directed by Gibson , the reported $ 25 million production stars Jim Caviezel as Jesus and Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . +574 1716178 1716087 U.S. officials say the six were , like other prisoners at the U.S. Naval base in Cuba , suspected of involvement with al-Qaida , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . US officials say the six , like other prisoners at Guantanamo , were suspected of involvement with al-Qaeda , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . +575 2009590 2009633 Perry has called lawmakers into two special sessions to address congressional redistricting . Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . +576 573366 573506 " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end , " said Hit resident Abu Qasim . " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end . " +577 1618261 1618195 A report on the finding appears in Friday 's issue of the journal Science . The results were announced at a NASA headquarters news conference Thursday and in today 's issue of the journal Science . +578 500945 500912 The autopsy was ordered sealed at the request of both the prosecution and defense . Girolami ordered the records conditionally sealed May 15 at the request of prosecution and defense attorneys . +579 437728 437769 The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game their longest win streak since 2001 as they edged Colorado , 3-2 , Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game and seventh in their last nine as they beat Colorado 3-2 on Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . +580 1074997 1075018 " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms McCorvey said at a news conference in Dallas on Tuesday . " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms. McCorvey said at a downtown Dallas news conference . +581 2641995 2641936 Mr Pollard said : " This is a terrible personal tragedy and a shocking blow for James 's family . Nick Pollard , the head of Sky News said : " This is a shocking blow for James 's family . +582 544329 544220 Meanwhile , the U.S. civilian administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer , paid a two-hour visit to the northern cities of Erbil and Sulaimaniyah . Elsewhere in the north , the American administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer III , paid a brief , low-profile visit to the cities of Erbil and Suleimaniya . +583 1702219 1702411 The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit named Secretary of State Kevin Shelley , a Democrat , and the registrars of voters in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . +584 3319119 3319133 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index ( .IXIC : Quote , Profile , Research ) ended off 2.96 points , or 0.15 percent , at 1,921.33 . +585 1260943 1261266 Additionally , the h2210 ’ s cradle has room to charge a second battery . The cradle for the h2200 has space for recharging a second battery . +586 936700 936522 He was taken to a hospital for precautionary X-rays on his neck . Harvey was taken to St. Luke 's Hospital for precautionary neck X-rays , which came back negative . +587 2788889 2788678 Still , Jessica Biel ( of " 7th Heaven " fame ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface 's last elusive victim . Still , Jessica Biel ( formerly of the WB ’ s “ 7th Heaven ” ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface ’ s last elusive victim . +588 1596214 1596238 Police and officials said about 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to struggle to shore . About 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to reach shore , police and officials said . +589 2553134 2553332 In that case , the court held that Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning only the advertising pamphlets in the interest of aesthetics . In that case , the court held that the city of Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning , in the interest of aesthetics , only the advertising pamphlets . +590 1075397 1075758 The Senate version has no coverage for annual costs between $ 4,450 and $ 5,800 . They would receive no help with costs between $ 4,500 and $ 5,800 . +591 3100597 3100573 " PeopleSoft management entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " said Deborah Lilienthal , an Oracle spokeswoman . " PeopleSoft 's management 's entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " Oracle spokeswoman Jennifer Glass said Tuesday . +592 1054536 1054676 Stocks dipped lower Tuesday as investors opted to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally despite a trio of reports suggesting modest improvement in the economy . Wall Street moved tentatively higher Tuesday as investors weighed a trio of reports showing modest economic improvement against an urge to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally . +593 1458234 1458108 Michaela Cuomo , youngest daughter of Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy , is 8 months old . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . +594 2098594 2098915 Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . Both Bloomberg and Pataki said were confident electricity would be restored by the morning . +595 53672 53604 " That said , however , no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . " Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . +596 2673112 2673141 The district also sent letters yesterday informing parents of the situation . Parents received letters informing them of the possible contamination yesterday . +597 1091232 1091267 The two-year note US2YT = RR fell 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 1.23 percent from 1.16 percent late on Monday . The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . +598 1107385 1107297 " The Leading Economic Index finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession , " Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said . Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said the improved reading " finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession . +599 3414486 3414521 Shares of McDonald 's Corp. and Wendy 's International Inc. continued a modest run-up on the New York Stock Exchange Monday . Shares of McDonald 's and Wendy 's continued their recent recovery Monday , rising more than 1 percent on the New York Stock Exchange in afternoon trade . +600 1559172 1559081 In winter , it is transformed into a treacherous embankment , a mountain of ice and snow that blankets everything . In winter , Terrapin Point is transformed into a treacherous embankment of ice and snow that blankets everything -- the park , the railings , even the lampposts . +601 2214085 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Mr. Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . +602 327365 327455 Fed policy-makers signaled they were prepared to cut rates , now at a 41-year low , to ward off even the threat of deflation . Fed policy-makers last week signaled they are prepared to cut that rate to ward off even the threat of deflation . +603 863191 863225 " It appears that many employers accused of workplace discrimination will be considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent , " he said . " Employers accused of workplace discrimination now are considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent . +604 3068989 3068932 The formula for its baby food is prepared by the German-owned Humana Milchunion . The formula is produced for Remedia by German company Humana Milchunion . +605 2202632 2202780 Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by a quarter or more , U.S. researchers reported on Thursday . Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by 25 percent or more , US researchers reported yesterday . +606 3046212 3046273 The findings are published in the November 6 edition of the journal Nature . Both studies are published on Thursday in Nature , the British weekly science journal . +607 1559085 1559178 The man wasn 't on the ice , but trapped in the rapids , swaying in an eddy about 250 feet from the shore . The man was trapped about 250 feet from the shore , right at the edge of the falls . +608 1805630 1805435 Texas Instruments climbed $ 1.37 to $ 19.25 yesterday and Novellus Systems Inc. advanced $ 1.76 to $ 36.31 . Texas Instruments climbed $ US1.37 to $ US19.25 and Novellus Systems advanced $ US1.76 to $ US36.31 , each having been raised to " overweight " by Lehman . +609 246694 246679 Net profit was $ 275m , or 23 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the period ending March 31 . News Corp. posted net profit of $ 275 million , or 21 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31 . +610 1485635 1485610 Agrawal said her research does not suggests that PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . +611 1342925 1343185 " The economy , nonetheless , has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . +612 2692086 2691868 Yee is a Chinese-American who converted to Islam after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . +613 283697 283287 Meanwhile , students and others at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , acted out a second , simultaneous attack on campus . Meanwhile , volunteers at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , simulated a second , simultaneous attack . +614 2521741 2521730 The suspect has been charged with juvenile delinquency , based on intentionally causing damage to computers . A news release from the office said the arrest was for an act of juvenile delinquency based on intentionally causing damage to protected computers . +615 69795 69776 Cisco executives said they were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but hoped for a rebound . Cisco executives were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but said they remained ``cautiously optimistic ' ' about a rebound . +616 2706235 2706274 Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and clambered down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . +617 267366 267390 Linda Saunders pleaded guilty in federal court to six charges , including extortion , money laundering and conspiracy . Former Phipps aides Linda Saunders and Bobby McLamb have both pleaded guilty to federal charges including extortion . +618 1605338 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain food products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . +619 3042078 3042062 MEN who drink tea , particularly green tea , can greatly reduce their risk of prostate cancer , a landmark WA study has found . DRINKING green tea can dramatically reduce the risk of men contracting prostate cancer , a study by Australian researchers has discovered . +620 2179041 2179199 Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of next month , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . +621 1120715 1120672 Anything less is unacceptable , " said Gordon , the ranking Democrat on the House Space and Aeronautics subcommittee . Gordon is the senior Democrat on the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics . +622 516813 516884 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Sandra Day O 'Connor agreed with Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . +623 633901 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 , ending at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . +624 2152533 2152746 " I still don 't think it is a trade secret , " Bunner said yesterday . " We don 't think that there is a trade secret here . " +625 2560904 2560923 Optima first registered www.optimatech.com with Network Solutions at the end of 1990 . Network Solutions returned the domain name back to Optima in 2001 . +626 2011657 2011797 Bashir felt he was being tried by opinion not on the facts , Mahendradatta told Reuters . Bashir also felt he was being tried by opinion rather than facts of law , he added . +627 556825 556733 According to Saunders , the gunman said he was frustrated by the U.S. Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . Sheriff 's Department spokesman Chris Saunders said the man told them he was frustrated by the Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . +628 2798926 2798877 Spokesmen for the FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on El Shukrijumah 's stay in Canada . 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If convicted , he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . +633 572627 572552 He was tracked to Atlanta where he was arrested on Tuesday night . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . +634 427417 427398 Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases , agreed . " We have been somewhat lucky , " said Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases . +635 660856 660825 Pepper spray and four arrests marked a Monday evening march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . +636 1884056 1884017 Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports of dead blue jays and crows , Jayroe said . Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports , he said . +637 2362684 2362743 A powerful typhoon hit southern areas of South Korea , killing at least 42 people and forcing thousands to flee , authorities said yesterday . A typhoon packing record strength winds slammed into South Korea killing at least 48 people and forcing about 25,000 to flee from their homes , authorities said on Saturday . +638 3233010 3232953 The mother also alleged in the lawsuit that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards . The mother also contended that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards during the 1998 confrontation . +639 243948 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength - and getting seven Tony nominations - was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , Long Day 's Journey Into Night . Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " +640 758196 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performed the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +641 303962 304113 The German envoy , Gunter Pleuger , told reporters today , " The important issues are how the political process is being organized . " " The important issues are how the political process is being organized , " Pleuger told reporters . +642 2691686 2691676 The bank 's shares fell 45 cents in trading yesterday to $ 91.51 per share . Shares of M & T , which is based in Buffalo , fell 41 cents , to $ 91.51 . +643 1924385 1924800 Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . Earlier , Captain Robert Ramsey of the First Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the buildings at around 11am . +644 638873 638787 Los Angeles- The deep-sea adventure " Finding Nemo " hooked the top spot at the box office yesterday with an estimated $ 70.6-million opening weekend . The deep-sea adventure netted the top spot at the box office Sunday with an estimated $ 70.6 million US opening weekend . +645 1338202 1338220 Excluding litigation charges , RIM 's loss narrowed even further to 1 cent a share . 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The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were being stored by more than 100 wholesalers in Chicago . +649 1580610 1580733 I think we made the right case and did the right thing . " Mr Blair went on : " I think we did the right thing in relation to Iraq . +650 75618 75659 Born in 1953 in Baghdad , her father was Salih Magdi Ammash , a former Vice-President , Defence Minister and member of the Baath party leadership . Born in 1953 in Baghdad , she is the daughter of Saleh Mahdi Ammash , a former vice-president , defence minister and member of the Baath party 's leadership . +651 2367272 2367026 It was better under Saddam , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would like to convey to Powell . " It was better under Saddam ... The war did nothing for us , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would give to Powell . +652 42183 42210 Shares of Littleton , Colorado-based EchoStar rose $ 1.63 , or 5.3 percent , to $ 32.26 at 10 : 55 a.m. On Monday , EchoStar ( DISH : news , chart , profile ) shares shrank $ 1.40 , or 4.4 percent , to $ 30.63 . +653 784495 784141 He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " But he also told the House Judiciary Committee the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " +654 1500312 1500289 Among the Group of Seven nations , the leading indicator rose to 119.1 from 118.2 in April . The Group of Seven nations , meanwhile , also saw some improvement , with the leading indicator rising to 119.1 , from April 's 118.2 . +655 1890014 1889885 Mr Kerkorian said : " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents and attractive investment . " " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents an attractive investment , " Kerkorian said in a statement . +656 1318419 1318680 Sen. Richard Shelby , R-Ala . , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation . Sen. Richard Shelby , a Republican from Alabama , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation , said committee spokesman Andrew Gray . +657 2257896 2257711 " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue , " the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement . China 's foreign ministry said : " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue . " +658 1907420 1907308 In an E-mail statement to the Knoxville News Sentinel , Shumaker said , ' ' I am not giving any consideration to resignation . I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . +659 748620 748510 New building hasn 't put any drag on the skyrocketing median home price , up 14.8 percent to $ 364,000 in April from a year ago . New construction has not put a drag on the skyrocketing median home price , which is $ 364,000 in April , up 14.8 percent from a year ago . +660 1268446 1268498 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the euro 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . +661 2405094 2405072 INTEL TODAY disclosed details of its next-generation XScale processor for mobile phones and handheld devices here in San Jose . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . +662 2716543 2716503 News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corp. to publishing house HarperCollins Publishers Ltd . , owns 35 per cent of BSkyB . News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century Fox to publishing house HarperCollins , owns 35 percent of BSkyB . +663 3056744 3056769 KEDO Spokesman , Roland Tricot said : " The executive board decided to refer this question to capitals . " The executive board decided to refer this to the capitals , " the Korean Energy Development Organization said . +664 2404779 2404819 " It seems to me you 're trying to protect privacy of theft , " she said to Barr . " It seems to me they are attempting to protect privacy of theft . " +665 1785254 1785242 West Nile Virus -- which is spread through infected mosquitoes -- is potentially fatal . West Nile is a bird virus that is spread to people by mosquitoes . +666 2228916 2228956 As of Friday , the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 1,602 human cases of West Nile so far this year , including 28 deaths . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have been 1,602 human cases of West Nile virus nationwide this year and 28 deaths . +667 529554 529492 The company said that based on first-quarter results it expects to earn 90 cents per share for the quarter . The company , based in Winston-Salem , reported first-quarter profit of $ 13.1 million , or 22 cents per share . +668 953777 953743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 7.60 points , or 0.46 percent , at 1,653.62 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > shed 2.38 points , or 0.24 percent , at 995.10 . +669 401945 402086 After that , college President Paul Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . After Hedges ' microphone was unplugged for a second time , Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . +670 62786 62543 The statement said Mr Turner transferred 10 million shares of the stock to a charitable trust , which then sold them . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . +671 1457976 1457907 His lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said later that Cuomo " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . +672 1287681 1287716 He allowed two runs in seven innings and struck out six . Zambrano pitched seven innings and allowed two runs on five hits and four walks . +673 1856960 1856922 " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " they announced at a press conference yesterday . " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " Wyden and Dorgan said Monday in a letter to the Pentagon . +674 2877244 2877197 A coalition of states petitioned a federal appeals court Thursday in an effort to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . New Jersey was one of eleven states that asked a federal appeals court Thursday to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . +675 1729704 1729744 The results beat the 54 cents loss per share consensus estimate of 23 analysts polled by Thomson First Call . Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . +676 2202636 2202785 People with two copies of the mutated gene have double this risk , the researchers said . The risk is doubled for people with two copies of the mutated gene , the researchers said . +677 2902077 2902028 Russian stocks fell after the arrest last Saturday of Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of Yukos Oil , on charges of fraud and tax evasion . The weekend arrest of Russia 's richest man , Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of oil major YUKOS , on charges of fraud and tax evasion unnerved financial markets . +678 1104700 1104715 " I 'm amazed at the number of people who think there is a silver bullet for security , " Capellas said . " I 'm amazed at how many people think there is a silver bullet for security , " he said . +679 2002876 2003052 State air regulators and two automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . +680 1433591 1433431 " We 've become like total strangers , " Klein quotes him as saying . " We 've become like total strangers , " John told a pal two days before his death . +681 2946635 2946618 " This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " said O 'Neill , who is based in California . This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " O 'Neill said . +682 759485 759469 Critics say the law violates civil liberties , something House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to . 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Perry said he backs the Senate 's efforts , including the fines , to force the Democrats to return . +695 549254 549373 For the year , it expects sales of $ 94 million and a profit of 26 cents a share from continuing operations . This is an increase from the $ 22.5 million and 5 cents a share previously forecast . +696 2421566 2421460 Researchers found the fossils in a semidesert area of Venezuela , about 250 miles west of Caracas . Phoberomys ' skeleton was unearthed 250 miles west of Caracas , Venezuela . +697 938119 938256 " Just as before , it will be up to the council to decide the direction and the timing of the process . " Just as before , it will be up to the Council to decide the direction and process . +698 1977693 1977631 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . +699 1748344 1748330 Ms. Cripps-Prawak left last Friday , two days after the department introduced a plan to distribute medical marijuana through doctors ' offices . The director of the Office of Medical Access , Cindy Cripps-Prawak , left her job after the department introduced a plan to distribute marijuana through doctors ' offices . +700 1474151 1474190 An injured woman co-worker also was hospitalized and was listed in good condition . A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . +701 113468 113404 Woodley , 44 , died of liver and kidney failure Sunday at a hospital in his native Shreveport , La . , said his niece , Lucy Woodley . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . +702 655501 655394 Grinspun ’ s concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms , according to the newspaper . Ms Grinspun 's concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms . +703 1917198 1917233 MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . Nvidia will take advantage of MediaQ customers , which include such players as Siemens AG , Sharp , Philips , Dell , Mitsubishi and Sony Corp. +704 2067814 2067786 Each hull will cost about $ 1.4 billion , with each fully outfitted submarine costing about $ 2.2 billion , Young said . Each hull produced by the yards will cost about $ 1.4 billion , and the completed submarines will cost about $ 2.2 billion each , Young said . +705 1047951 1048483 " It is safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . +706 1443670 1443641 The report forecasts there will be 71,079 hot spots worldwide this year , up from just 14,752 in 2002 and 1,214 in 2001 . The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . +707 1297328 1297355 But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open to further bids and hoped to see bidders interested in individual assets team up . But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open for further bids in the next day or two . +708 1277464 1277496 Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . And tuition at two-year community colleges jumps $ 300 , or 12 percent , to $ 2,800 . +709 1288358 1288601 The club 's board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , decided against renewing the 52-year-old 's contract . A meeting of the clubs board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , had decided against renewing the 52-year-olds contract as Real Madrid coach . +710 1886 2142 Joining Boston on Monday were the Massachusetts communities of Watertown , Saugus and Framingham . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . +711 3257025 3257119 Others keep records sealed for as little as five years or as much as 30 . Some states make them available immediately ; others keep them sealed for as much as 30 years . +712 1283865 1284077 In addition , Panther includes FileVault , a new feature that secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . +713 100420 100323 President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as the top U.S. official overseeing the reconstruction of Iraq . U.S. President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul ( Jerry ) Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as presidential envoy to Iraq . +714 299978 299801 Xcel shares were up 20 cents , to close at $ 14.10 Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Following the news , shares of the power company climbed 20 cents to close at $ 14.10 . +715 547116 547045 Young has 28 days to file a response and ask the NASD for a hearing . Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . +716 784087 784153 " Some of us find the collateral damage greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war , " said Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . Added Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . : " Some of us find that the collateral damage is greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war . " +717 1152817 1152736 " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , and we remain hopeful we can do so , " chief executive Marce Fuller said . " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , " Mirant CEO Marce Fuller said in a prepared statement early Friday . +718 518923 518852 However , in the New Jersey case , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit upheld the government by a 2-1 vote . Though a federal judge in New Jersey agreed , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit disagreed . +719 134211 134172 In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate while at the other end of the scale , only eight percent of women in Niger are literate . In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate , compared with only 8 percent of women in Niger . +720 1274113 1274208 The officials did not say whether U.S. forces crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian border guards became involved . U.S. officials did not say whether American forces , who were acting on intelligence , crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian guards were involved . +721 3207359 3207332 Urban hospitals have traditionally been reimbursed at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . The federal government has traditionally reimbursed urban hospitals at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . +722 2172962 2173003 The deal means the original agreement , signed in August 2001 by the two companies , is now extended through 2006 . The original agreement , signed in August 2001 and now extended through 2006 , has enabled both companies to successfully deliver high-availability and high-performance end-to-end data center solutions . +723 367259 367282 The security official 's backup couldn 't fill in because he was on active military duty , Strutt said . The security official 's backup was on active duty , and the lottery association didn 't have a replacement in New Jersey , Strutt said . +724 3010054 3010313 " To have people say we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Thomas quoted Jackson as saying . " To have people say that we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Raymond Jackson said through the pastor . +725 27662 27632 Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . Apple Computer Inc. said Monday it exceeded record industry expectations by selling more than 1 million songs since the launch of its online music store a week ago . +726 2625130 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qa 'ida for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " +727 921297 921226 It predicted that a 7.0 percent rise to $ 204.9 billion in 2006 would push the industry 's yearly sales slightly past its highest-ever level in in 2000 . It also predicted that a 7.0 per cent rise to $ 204.9bn in 2006 , topping the industry 's yearly sales record set in 2000 . +728 258305 258189 We cannot allow anything like that , and we won 't . " " We cannot , and will not , allow anything of the kind . " +729 3335828 3335771 Other countries and private creditors are owed at least $ 80 billion in addition . Other countries are owed at least $ US80 billion ( $ 108.52 billion ) . +730 84730 84604 The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision is a victory for Secretary of State Colin L. Powell . The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision was seen by some insiders as a victory for Powell and the State Department . +731 941673 941978 His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . His hatred had germinated and cemented his belief that violence was the best panacea . +732 356813 356946 He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of the men involved in the attack . He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of three men who led the attacks . +733 1479864 1479878 Unit volumes also set a record as notebooks accounted for more than 40 percent of sales . In May 2002 , LCDs accounted for only 22 percent of monitor sales . +734 684556 684842 If found guilty , Samudra could be sentenced to death under anti-terror laws passed soon after the bombings . If found guilty , he could be executed under anti-terror laws passed in the weeks after the bombings . +735 1733146 1733209 Counties with population declines will be Vermillion , Posey and Madison . Vermillion , Posey and Madison County populations will decline . +736 2984179 2984223 He 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him one bit . " " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . +737 2019201 2019242 Agents found more than 1,000 credit cards and credit card duplicating machines during a search of Ragin 's address . When Ragin 's address was raided , authorities found more than 1,000 credit cards and duplicating machines . +738 2733800 2733811 Michael Bloomberg , NYC Mayor : " I 'm gonna try march with a number of different groups . " I 'm going to try to march with a number of different groups , " Bloomberg said . +739 1101775 1101764 Gemstar 's shares gathered up 2.6 percent , adding 14 cents to $ 5.49 at the close . Gemstar shares moved higher on the news , closing up 2.6 percent at $ 5.49 on Nasdaq . +740 229245 228845 NBC also is introducing three new dramas , including one starring West Wing fugitive Rob Lowe as a Washington lawyer . Three new dramas , including one starring The West Wing refugee Rob Lowe , will also be on the schedule , NBC announced yesterday . +741 2995466 2995518 A poll showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor had given a boost to his reelection effort against GOP opponent Sam Katz . A poll released this week showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor has given a boost to his re-election effort . +742 2228735 2228855 The survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of commuters use their own car or truck . The Transportation Department survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of people who commute use their own cars or trucks . +743 1260001 1259905 Brian Lara , the West Indies captain , was unbeaten on 93 at the rain interval while Marlon Samuels was five not out . Lara was unbeaten on 93 when the torrential rain stopped play with Marlon Samuels on five . +744 1756545 1756619 Mr. Bremer said Iran continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction , including Tehran s intelligence service . Mr. Bremer said that Iran , including its intelligence service , continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction . +745 2390771 2390861 And of those , 149 , or 55 % , " claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases . " And of those , 55 percent , or 149 , claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases -- despite the regulations prohibiting that kind of statement . +746 671146 670997 " PNC regrets its involvement " in the deals , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer James Rohr said in a statement . James Rohr , chairman and chief executive officer , said PNC regretted the incident . +747 3207968 3208048 " If we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism , " he said . This is a hospital that treats everybody as people , and if we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism . " +748 2237209 2237181 She says the King County medical examiner 's office has confirmed the remains are human . At 2 : 25 p.m. , the King County medical examiner confirmed the remains were human , Larson said . +749 3372342 3372291 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , 2003 , advanced services lines for ADSL increased by 37 percent and cable modem connections increased by 75 percent . For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . +750 1569217 1569131 Hospitals and the Red Cross appealed to blood donors yesterday . The Connecticut Hospital Association joined the Red Cross Monday in calling for more blood donors . +751 3159669 3159725 Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body that promotes blood-vessel growth . Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body called vascular endothelial growth factor that promotes blood vessel growth . +752 2467171 2467246 She recently got the endorsement of the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . Moseley Braun has scored endorsements from the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . +753 3121942 3121918 I think he has to disembrace Putin and put him on notice that he is taking the country in the wrong direction , " Soros said . " President Bush has to put Putin on notice that he is taking Russia in the wrong direction , " Soros said . +754 1803903 1803956 Sen. John Rockefeller , D-W.Va. , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . Senator John D. Rockefeller IV , Democrat of West Virginia , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . +755 271886 271879 The GameCube , which badly underperformed expectations in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft Corp. ' s MSFT.O Xbox . The GameCube , a major disappointment in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft ' Xbox . +756 801575 801692 Before Thursday 's matinee , Baker called a clubhouse meeting , concerned that the controversy had distracted the Cubs . Baker called a pregame meeting , believing the the corked-bat episode had distracted the team . +757 2964174 2964202 State police said as many as 30 workers were trapped immediately after the garage collapsed . As many as 30 people were believed to be trapped inside initially , the state police said . +758 1822303 1822336 The Bush administration should make public the fact about Saudi Arabia 's complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , lawmakers said Sunday . The Bush administration should make public facts about purported Saudi Arabian complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , several legislators said yesterday . +759 2029881 2029811 The agent reported his contacts to Texas Department of Public Safety and told officers another legislator , Rep. Gabi Canales , D-Alice , they sought also was in Ardmore . The agent reported his contacts to Texas law enforcement officials and told them another legislator being sought was in Ardmore . +760 2264152 2264194 " These changes may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " the statement continued . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . +761 3261182 3261122 Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , played up the danger and stressed the very grave threat that Britons were under and urged vigilance . Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , repeated his warning that Britons were under threat and urged vigilance . +762 818465 818357 OPEC producers at a meeting on Wednesday are set to pressure independent oil exporters to contribute to the cartel 's next supply cut to allow for the return of Iraqi oil . OPEC this week is set to pressure independent exporters to back the cartel 's next supply cut to prevent the resumption of Iraqi exports undercutting oil prices . +763 378293 378333 The Democratic governor said the budget passed by the legislature May 9 would reduce or eliminate services to 5,800 developmentally disabled people . The governor said budget cuts in mental health care would cut services to 5,800 developmentally disabled Missourians . +764 629307 628981 " The lies and deceptions from Saddam have been well documented over 12 years . " It has been well documented over 12 years of lies and deception from Saddam . " +765 3082461 3082374 Microsoft Corp. this week is releasing the second in a line of seven Microsoft Office Solution Accelerators for its suite . Microsoft Monday released the second in a planned series of Solution Accelerators for its Office product lineup . +766 387804 388215 Analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech on Monday to a " sell " before the company released its statement on the colon-cancer research . Indeed , analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech yesterday to a " sell " before the company released its colon cancer news . +767 1269483 1269432 The four suspects are scheduled to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , said Philip Murgor , Kenya 's deputy public prosecutor . All four are expected to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , he said . +768 3326097 3326180 The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday ruled that an Ohio law banning a controversial late-term abortion method passes constitutional muster and the state can enforce it . An Ohio law that bans a controversial late-term abortion procedure is constitutionally acceptable and the state can enforce it , a federal appeals court ruled yesterday . +769 68094 68260 The case comes out of Illinois and involves a for-profit company called Telemarketing Associates Inc . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . +770 3434277 3434340 Christensen most recently served as VP of Microsoft 's mobile devices division . He most recently served as corporate vice president of Microsoft 's Mobile Devices Marketing Group . +771 2594744 2594823 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 22.25 points , or 2.23 percent , to 1,018.22 , based on the latest available figures . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . +772 3386410 3386438 The camp hosts summer religious retreats for children and other events year-round , according to its Web site . The Saint Sophia Camp hosts religious retreats for children during the summer months as well as other events year round , according to its Web site . +773 1904049 1904263 In Uganda , the Rev Jackson Turyagyenda , an Anglican spokesman , said his church was " very disappointed " . In Uganda , Anglican spokesman Jackson Turyagyenda said the church was " very disappointed " . +774 1697702 1697836 His family and friends said he had travelled to the region for a cultural visit . Family and friends of the west Belfast man insist he was in the West Bank on a " cultural visit " . +775 2878348 2878422 All of a sudden , its like a bullet went through them its like a state of shock . " All of a sudden , it 's like a bullet went through them - it 's like a state of shock . +776 1353348 1353192 On Monday during an annual biotechnology meeting in Washington , President Bush criticized Europe for aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . President Bush on Monday accused Europe of aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . +777 2689642 2689869 The union had not yet revealed which chain would be targeted . The union said it would reveal later which chain would be targeted . +778 1096757 1096224 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 11.98 points , or 0.72 percent , to 1,680.42 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . +779 1138564 1138655 Casteen has been under pressure from Gov. Mark R. Warner and other state officials to do whatever he could to protect Virginia Tech 's athletic viability . Virginia Gov. Mark R. Warner has been urging other state officials to do whatever they could to protect Virginia Tech 's interests . +780 780192 780120 Intel Corp. narrowed its second-quarter revenue forecast Thursday , saying sales of microprocessors were at the high end of normal while demand for communications chips remained soft . Intel Corp. , the world 's biggest semiconductor maker , narrowed its second-quarter sales forecast as demand for microprocessors is reaching the high end of the company 's expectations . +781 2250098 2250136 He met members of the nation 's biggest business lobby and was quoted as saying he wanted China to adopt flexible trade and foreign exchange policies . Japan 's business lobby quoted Snow as saying he wanted China to be flexible on its trade and foreign exchange policies . +782 2170844 2170942 The subject was scarcely mentioned in his campaign , or in the national security strategy that is his administration 's bible . The subject was scarcely mentioned in his 2000 campaign , or in his administration 's national security strategy . +783 2757181 2757320 " It is about a third of what I owe in the world , " he told reporters . It ain 't coming to me , but it 's only about a third of what I owe in the world . +784 512419 512189 The House barely had the necessary 100 members present for a quorum . A hundred House members are needed for a quorum . +785 3385872 3385842 The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for 10,410 pounds of beef slaughtered Dec. 9 at Vern 's Moses Lake Meat Co. in Moses Lake , Wash . The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for beef slaughtered along with the infected cow Dec. 9 at a meat company in Moses Lake , Wash . +786 2562801 2562827 " The SEC believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the commission said in the suit . " The commission 's staff believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the SEC said . +787 3037512 3037559 Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . +788 385625 385708 Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests where portions of projects meant to reduce the fire threat were tied up in appeals . Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests in areas where thinning projects had meant to reduce the fire threat , but were tied up in appeals , Bush said . +789 1830919 1830841 " Each institution helped Enron mislead its investors by characterizing what were essentially loan proceeds as cash from operating activities , " the SEC said in a statement . The SEC said each bank helped Enron mislead investors by characterizing " what were essentially loan proceeds " as cash from operating activities . +790 867760 867720 When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , Perez said the officers dragged him across the ground . When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , the officers dragged his paralyzed body across the ground , Perez said . +791 3214302 3214273 The MTA will not discuss the matter because of pending litigation . MTA spokeswoman Marisa Baldeo Sunday night declined to discuss the matter because of the pending litigation . +792 2961878 2961787 " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud , " prosecutor Samuel Buell told the Associated Press . " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud to manipulate the company 's earnings results , " Buell said . +793 3048783 3048746 It features clasped hands and a peace pipe overlapping a hatchet . Above the clasped hands is a tomahawk crossed by a peace pipe , signifying peace . +794 2565307 2565144 The industry 's largest association is urging its members not call the more than 50 million home and cellular numbers on the list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . +795 1720114 1720165 This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in children aged three and four . This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in 3- and 4-year-olds . +796 2419549 2419617 Dusty had battled kidney cancer for more than a year . Dusty had surgery for cancer in 2001 and had a kidney removed . +797 1018728 1018788 Shares of SCO closed at $ 10.93 , down 28 cents , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . +798 1836337 1836371 He presented the map at last week 's Sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . Feldman presented the most recent findings and the new map Friday at the sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . +799 2112937 2113133 " This is an easy case in my view and wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Judge Denny Chin scoffed . +800 1079378 1079355 Graham is expected to be nominated and elected to a second one-year term today and will deliver the presidential address . Later Tuesday , Graham was expected to be re-elected for a second one-year term . +801 1513800 1513827 The injured passenger at John Peter Smith Hospital died later Friday morning , Jones said . The injured passenger at John Peter Smith died later in the morning ; his name has not been released , Jones said . +802 3225824 3225676 Enter Miami Police Chief John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " who repeatedly classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorize and vandalize our city . " Enter the Miami police chief , John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " , who classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorise and vandalise our city " . +803 2254228 2254323 The weather service reported maximum sustained winds of nearly 105 miles an hour with stronger gusts . Maximum sustained winds were around 40 mph , with stronger gusts . +804 191501 191536 On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . +805 1467951 1467932 The updated products include Pylon Pro , Pylon Conduit , Pylon Anywhere , and Pylon Application Server . The new products on the desktop side include the latest versions of Pylon Conduit and Pylon Pro . +806 1476228 1476171 Malvo , 18 , will go on trial Nov. 10 for the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church , Va . Malvo , 18 , is charged in the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church . +807 2205262 2205241 No. 2 HP saw its Unix server sales dropped 3.6 percent to $ 1.36 billion . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . +808 550075 550083 Misfeldt agreed to pay $ US346,807 in allegedly ill-gotten gains and $ US111,595 in interest . Mr. Misfeldt agreed to surrender $ 346,807 in trading profits and $ 111,595 in interest . +809 612895 612938 Penn Traffic a week ago disclosed that it was considering filing for bankruptcy , among other options . That began on May 21 , after Penn Traffic announced it was considering bankruptcy . +810 673481 673708 The software giant announced at its company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas that two key products will enter customer testing . At the company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas , Microsoft executives will announce that two key products will enter customer testing this U.S. summer . +811 788914 789158 Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but Central Command sent hundreds who ran the war back home to Tampa , Florida . As Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but hundreds who ran the war have returned to the United States . +812 555526 555584 Quinn was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . +813 267 222 Tornadoes tore through Kansas , Missouri and other states in the Midwest , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . Tornadoes continue to tear across the U.S. Midwest after ripping through six states , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . +814 3355582 3355740 The magazine glorifies the soldiers but not necessarily the Bush administration , which put them in Iraq . The magazine glorifies soldiers but not the Bush administration for putting them in Iraq , calling troops the bright sharp instrument of a blunt policy . +815 939906 939937 The nation 's largest retailer has told its 100 top suppliers they have to start using electronic tags on all pallets of goods by Jan. 25 , 2005 . Wal-Mart has told its top 100 suppliers that they 'll need to have radio-frequency ID systems in place for tracking pallets of goods through the supply chain by Jan. 25 , 2005 . +816 689960 690081 Only New Jersey now bans holders of learners permits or intermediate licenses from using cell phones , pagers or other wireless devices while driving . In addition , the NTSB also recommended to NHTSA that state legislation be enacted to prohibit holders of learners permits and intermediate licenses from using mobile phones while driving . +817 124308 124218 State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the state Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , seemed perfectly happy to make it a political fight . State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , supports the Legislature 's budget plan . +818 2874558 2874449 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.7 per cent to 9,547.43 while the S & P 500 was 0.8 per cent weaker at 1,025.79 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > fell 44 points , or 0.46 percent , to 9,568 . +819 3285256 3285386 Its maker , MedImmune Inc . , based in Gaithersburg , made 4 million to 5 million doses this year . MedImmune Vaccines , the maker of FluMist , made between 4 million and 5 million doses this year . +820 246508 246576 Michael W. Stout , 56 , was named executive vice president and chief information officer . The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . +821 490035 490018 UBS Warburg added to pressure on tobacco stocks by downgrading Altria to neutral from buy based on valuation . UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . +822 872655 872435 JetBlue shares slipped nearly 5 percent Tuesday morning on the Nasdaq Stock Market in New York after the deal was announced . JetBlue shares fell $ 1.86 , or 5.4 percent , to $ 32.75 in late morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market after the deal was announced . +823 2505004 2504879 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade yesterday warned Australians to defer all nonessential travel to Indonesia because of reports of planned terrorist attacks . The Department of Foreign Affairs yesterday updated its travel warning on Indonesia , recommending all non-essential travel be deferred because of concerns that more terrorist attacks were planned . +824 279643 279573 " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now . " " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now , " he was quoted as saying . +825 2208492 2208543 The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . The University of Michigan plans to release a new undergraduate admissions policy Thursday after its acceptance requirements were rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court in June . +826 2252343 2252300 The only other person who had not been accounted for Sunday was a man from Fort Worth , Texas . Another person , a man from Fort Worth , Texas , also was missing . +827 1799420 1798978 And they ordered state troopers to prevent camera crews from filming Private Lynch outside her home . They ordered state troopers to close the roads leading to her home after her motorcade passed , to prevent camera crews from pursuing her . +828 896421 896361 Waksal , in a letter to the court , said : " I tore my family apart . In seeking leniency , Waksal apologized to the court , his employees and his family . +829 2410405 2410370 " There is nothing Rob Furst did in any way that was not abetted and approved by senior officials at Merrill Lynch . " " There is nothing that Rob Furst did that was not vetted and approved by senior individuals at Merrill . " +830 161728 161959 E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic ``paper ' ' for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications -- even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . +831 2112310 2112366 But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups tagged the state as deficient under the federal No Child Left Behind act . But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups , such as race , pushed the state onto the needs-improvement list under the federal No Child Left Behind Act . +832 498380 498314 Officials involved in the Howard project rejected the idea that it could harm black people . Officials involved in the Howard library rejected the idea of harming African-Americans . +833 921754 921808 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 12.64 points , or 1.28 percent , to 997.48 . The Standard & Poor 's Oil and Gas Exploration Index < .GSPOILP > was up 3.6 percent . +834 1418704 1418912 I felt like it was a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " Stanford said . " I thought it was going to be a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " she said . +835 1924472 1924385 Captain Robert Ramsey of the US 1st Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the building about 11am , and that one of the compound 's outer walls had collapsed . Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . +836 1125872 1125887 WORLD No. 2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused the Association of Tennis Professionals of malice , including an alleged attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . World No.2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused his professional peers of long-standing malice , including an attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . +837 1396925 1396739 Along with chipmaker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , IBM Corp. , Gateway Inc. and Nokia Corp. Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . +838 1171278 1171385 Express Scripts ESRX.O shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . +839 1559205 1559117 John Jacoby , the fire department 's battalion chief , arrived . Fire Chief John Jacoby arrived , joining Moriarty at the top of the embankment . +840 2562633 2562646 Benchmark Treasury 10-year notes gained 17 / 32 , yielding 4.015 percent . The benchmark 10-year note was recently down 17 / 32 , to yield 4.067 percent . +841 2453621 2453824 Nationwide , there have been 4,416 cases with 84 deaths , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 's Friday tally . This year there have been 4,416 confirmed cases of West Nile virus nationwide with 20 in Missouri , according to the Centers for Disease Control . +842 221459 221354 The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . Monday 's three-count indictment replaces a criminal complaint filed by prosecutors on April 23 . +843 2500731 2500631 Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal the ruling in state court and perhaps in U.S. District Court . Defense attorney William Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal Parrish 's ruling to a higher state court and perhaps U.S. District Court . +844 3092820 3093119 " There are a number of locations in our community , which are essentially vulnerable , " Mr Ruddock said . " There are a range of risks which are being seriously examined by competent authorities , " Mr Ruddock said . +845 835284 835420 At least 11 more cases in Indiana and three in Illinois are suspected . There ’ s also at least three suspected cases in Illinois and 11 in Indiana . +846 2652307 2652187 The high court will hear arguments Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . +847 1769142 1769127 Merck also on Monday affirmed plans to spin off Medco to shareholders in the third quarter . Merck plans to spin off all the shares of Medco to company shareholders in the third quarter . +848 3116919 3116804 Joining Stern and McEntee on stage was International Union of Painters and Allied Trades President James Williams . The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades endorsed Mr Dean several weeks ago . +849 3120430 3120204 At this writing , the fate of Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore hangs precariously in the hands of the states court of the judiciary . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . +850 612902 612936 Penn Traffic 's stock closed at 36 cents per share on Wednesday on Nasdaq , up two cents . Penn Traffic stock closed Wednesday at 36 cents , up 2 cents , or 6.2 percent , from Tuesday 's close . +851 3044479 3044664 They said they had concluded that the film failed " to present a balanced portrayal " of the Reagans . CBS said the show " does not present a balanced portrayal of the Reagans for CBS and its audience . +852 3085418 3085482 Its chief executive , Lawrence J. Lasser , resigned under pressure last Monday . On Monday , Putnam said chief executive Lawrence J. Lasser had resigned . +853 935356 935814 Rusch has also allowed five or more earned runs in each of his last three starts . Redman has allowed two earned runs or less in six of his nine starts . +854 191147 190926 Lacy 's last column , filed from the hospital , appeared in Friday 's editions . Lacy 's last column appeared in Friday 's edition of The Afro . +855 969268 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . +856 2293452 2293335 The weakness exists in the way that VBA looks at the properties of documents passed to it when the document is opened by a host application . The vulnerability exists in the way Microsoft 's Visual Basic for Applications checks document properties passed to it when a document is opened . +857 1469634 1469628 According to reports , Knight allegedly punched a parking attendant outside a Los Angeles nightclub . He was arrested last week for allegedly punching a parking attendant outside a nightclub in LA . +858 218865 218943 Parsons holds engineering degrees from the University of Mississippi and the University of Central Florida . He received a master 's in engineering management in 1991 from the University of Central Florida . +859 3264487 3264279 The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . The results are to be published in Wednesday 's issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association . +860 433401 433483 Others with such a status are Egypt , Israel , and Australia . Nations like Israel and Australia already have such status . +861 3215697 3215805 " But unfortunately we find that attacks on Iraqis have increased . " " But unfortunately we have found that attacks against Iraqis have increased , " he added . +862 862166 862139 The Bush administration said Monday it will propose a rule change allowing governors to seek exemptions from a policy blocking road-building in remote areas of national forests . The Bush administration wants to let governors seek exemptions from a ban on mining , drilling and logging in one-third of the national forests . +863 1334494 1334313 This Wednesday , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot day , June 25 , 1876 . Today , June 25 , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot June day in 1876 . +864 1605217 1605529 After 10 years of debate , the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . That 's about to change , now that the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . +865 129775 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 4.77 , or 0.5 percent , to 929.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . +866 683098 683086 The witness , a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant with criminal convictions for dishonesty , was paid 10,000 by the News of the World . The witness was a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant , who was paid by the News of the World , the court heard . +867 2841042 2841352 Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. 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Analysts polled by Thomson Financial First Call had been expected to see a loss of about 11 cents a share from continuing operations . +871 221084 221029 Montreal-based Bombardier 's Class B shares rose 6 Canadian cents to C $ 3.80 in Toronto on Friday . Bombardier 's class B shares were up 13 Canadian cents or 3.2 percent at C $ 3.93 on the Toronto Stock Exchange late Monday morning . +872 264040 263934 Snow made his comments to Reuters on Friday but they were embargoed until Tuesday . Snow 's interview was conducted on Friday but embargoed until Tuesday . +873 2672787 2672875 At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings in Gaithersburg , Md . , on Tuesday and Wednesday , with experts and activists lining up on each side . At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings next week , with experts and activists lining up on both sides . +874 283605 283688 The mock explosion , the first event in the drill , occurred in a car in industrial south Seattle . The mock explosion of a radioactive " dirty bomb , " the first event in the weeklong drill , occurred on several acres in the south Seattle industrial area . +875 58974 58799 He playfully chided the Senate 's " little bitty tax relief plan . " We don 't need a little bitty tax relief plan . +876 130088 130000 It closed Tuesday at its highest level since last June . On Tuesday , the S & P 500 rose to its highest since early December . +877 508365 508460 " The hard-core fans came out for Reloaded and then moved on , " says John Shaw of the box office tracking firm Movieline International . " The casting was a big key , " says John Shaw of box office firm Movieline International . +878 1219326 1219390 From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " Playwright George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? +879 1462783 1462738 Pollack said the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . +880 3256831 3256720 Prosecutors did an about-face in May and asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of Conner Peterson 's autopsy report favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . They asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of the autopsy report on Peterson 's unborn son that were favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . +881 2380347 2380299 In the latest top-level shuffle at CNN , Teya Ryan is leaving her post as general manager of U.S. programming , the network announced . In CNN 's latest move to rejuvenate ratings , the network has ousted Teya Ryan , general manager of U.S. programming . +882 1995575 1995509 " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told television reporters in Soweto . " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . +883 3225453 3225105 Judge Leroy Millette Jr. can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole when Muhammad is formally sentenced Feb. 12 , but Virginia judges rarely take such action . Though the judge can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole , experts say Virginia judges rarely take that opportunity . +884 1947223 1946989 With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old nuclear crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing is slated to visit South Korea from August 13 to 15 . With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing flies to Japan on Sunday en route to South Korea on August 13 . +885 1757283 1757308 So far , they have searched Pennsylvania , Ohio , Michigan , Illinois and Indiana , authorities in those state said . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . +886 1808889 1808862 Besides battling its sales slump , Siebel also has been sparring with some investors upset about huge stock option windfalls company managers have pocketed . Besides a sales slump , Siebel is sparring with some shareholders over management stock option windfalls . +887 1934804 1934970 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the team at New Mexico for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . " +888 261658 261770 Pascal Lamy , the EU ’ s Trade Commissioner , insisted : “ The EU ’ s regulatory system for GM goods authorisation is in line with WTO rules . " The EU regulatory system for GM authorisation is in line with WTO rules : it is clear , transparent and non-discriminatory . +889 1917209 1917198 Customers include Mitsubishi , Siemens , DBTel , Dell , HP , Palm , Philips , Sharp , and Sony . MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . +890 356719 356779 Mr Sahel said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-strong cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks on Saturday . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . +891 1097469 1097432 Boeing said the final agreement is expected to be signed during the next few weeks . The Korean Air deal is expected to be finalized " in the next several weeks , " Boeing spokesman Bob Saling said . +892 1383727 1383455 A cost analysis is under way , said Michael Rebell , CFE 's executive director . " We 're not looking for a Robin Hood remedy , " said Michael Rebell , the campaign 's executive director . +893 134822 134511 Bond bulls would like the Fed to recognize that risks are biased toward economic weakness . The Fed also said the risks to the economy were biased toward weakness . +894 1756866 1757157 In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit card theft . In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . +895 2410088 2410144 Five-year notes US5YT = RR rose 6 / 32 in price for a yield of 3.08 percent , down from 3.12 percent late on Tuesday . Five-year notes US5YT = RR added 2 / 32 to give a yield of 3.10 percent from 3.12 percent . +896 2226071 2226418 The women said those rape victims who did come forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgement , prompting most victims to remain silent . The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . +897 686191 686680 At least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday , police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement . Police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement that at least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday . +898 1506823 1506887 Lesser rewards of $ 15 million each were offered for the same information about his sons , Uday and Qusay . Similar rewards were offered for his two sons and lieutenants , Uday and Qusay . +899 610530 610589 " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient , " said Ari Fleischer , the White House press secretary . " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaeda are insufficient , " Fleischer said . +900 276517 276503 " They drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away , " he said on Sunday . " What they are doing right now is they drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away . +901 3365018 3364781 " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting , " said the foreman , Jim Wolfcale , a 41-year-old minister . Jim Wolfcale , the jury foreman and a minister , said , " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting . " +902 1693258 1693211 United hasn 't set a starting date for the unit , known within the Chicago-based company as Starfish . Starfish is United 's second attempt at a low-cost unit within the larger company . +903 3417159 3417350 Vial estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the pass through the Siskiyou Mountains was closed Sunday night . John Vial , district manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation , estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the Siskiyou Pass was closed Sunday night . +904 1312090 1312303 They said they only wanted to entertain people and win the best float prize and were fired for exercising their free-speech rights . They said they only wanted to be entertaining and win the a prize and were fired for exercising free-speech rights . +905 2548947 2548991 " This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " Nintendo R & D general manager Satoru Okada said in a statement . This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " said Satoru Okada , general manager of Nintendo 's research and engineering department . +906 885713 885612 " It is wasting both water and money , " Ortega said Tuesday . " It 's a waste of water and money , " said Adan Ortega , a Metropolitan vice president . +907 2501070 2501020 The United States says 1,882 Americans remain listed as missing in action and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War . America says 1,882 of its service personnel are listed as missing in action and unaccounted for . +908 596187 596162 Intel spokesman Dan Francisco said the chip maker is looking into the issue , but declined to elaborate . Intel spokesman Daniel Francisco said the company " is looking into the problem " identified by Nortel , but he declined to provide any details . +909 758885 758953 Feith said people have misconstrued the purpose of the small intelligence review team he assembled in October 2001 . Feith said critics have misrepresented the work of the special intelligence group he set up in October 2001 . +910 1037070 1037058 Also in the majority were Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day O 'Connor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day OConnor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen Breyer agreed with Souter . +911 3003058 3002971 Netanyahu and his advisers say the changes are necessary to permit Israel to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . +912 1200551 1200491 Treasuries were dragged lower on Friday as shorter-dated debt was roiled by conflicting reports on the likelihood of an aggressive easing in U.S. interest rates . Treasury prices slouched lower on Friday as conflicting messages on the prospects of an aggressive cut in U.S. interest rates left some investors nursing losses and a grudge . +913 699859 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 14.35 points , or 0.89 percent , at 1,617.91 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . +914 2388841 2388955 " What can I say to you ? " he told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . Mr. Powell told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . +915 2518638 2518552 But the Quartet is divided three-to-one , the United States against the rest , on the question of whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . But quartet members are divided 3-1 , the United States against the rest , on whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . +916 571573 572108 Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen told her she volunteered at Ground Zero after the attack . Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen claimed to have volunteered at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the attack . +917 1045708 1045746 The American women , who are defending champions , will play in Philadelphia on Sept . 25 and conclude group competition in Columbus on Sept . 28 . The U.S. women , who are defending champions , will play on Sept . 25 in Philadelphia and conclude group competition on Sept . 28 in Columbus , Ohio . +918 2548466 2548379 VeriSign introduced its Site Finder service on Sept . 15 . The battle around VeriSign " s three-week-old Site Finder service rages on . +919 356819 356952 When the bomb exploded at the Casa de España , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo . At the Casa de Espaa , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo when a bomb went off . +920 690579 690843 I 'm never going to forget this day . I am never going to forget this throughout my life . " +921 3285323 3285347 Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of a handful of companies that still make the flu vaccine . Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of the leading producers of the vaccine and one of a handful of companies that still make it . +922 893926 894135 The Labor Day race for Fontana has gained momentum since the series visited the Speedway for the Auto Club California 500 last April . The push to schedule a Labor Day race at California Speedway has gained momentum since the series visited the race track for the Auto Club California 500 in April . +923 2345492 2345576 To date , 152 communities and the legislatures of Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont have approved resolutions condemning the act . About 150 local governments , including those of Carrboro , Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont , have approved similar resolutions . +924 986604 986929 The warning was the most serious the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . It would be most serious warning since the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . +925 1055255 1054938 London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters : " We condemn this raid , which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable . " " We condemn this raid which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable , " London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters by telephone . +926 919802 919940 That comment undercut his remarks in an interview on Tuesday that the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . His comments diluted remarks reported in an interview on Tuesday saying the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . +927 1629440 1629411 The committee was appointed by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under orders from Congress . The public hearing is the second for the panel created by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under pressure from Congress . +928 13714 13893 In two weeks , he 'll probably send out Peace Rules in the Preakness . Frankel said Peace Rules will run in the Preakness Stakes on May 17 . +929 81231 81444 On Friday , the U.S. Department of Labour reported that the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . Those numbers showed the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . +930 1550449 1550546 At a press conference Thursday , the group claimed it had obtained 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , although the petitions have no legal effect . Opponents said they had 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , though those petitions would have no legal effect . +931 490013 490501 The American Stock Exchange biotech index .BTK surged 5 percent . The Philadelphia Stock Exchange 's semiconductor index .SOXX jumped 6.10 percent . +932 490006 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 164 points , or 1.91 percent , to 8,765.38 , brushing its highest levels since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . +933 3099585 3099597 The study also found that consumer goods advertisers continued to spend the most dollars online , representing 35 % of all Web advertising . In the second quarter , consumer advertisers continued to spend the most online , slightly increasing their share . +934 1588250 1588119 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index rose 3.42 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,007.84 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . +935 238217 238191 A fifth member of the " Lackawanna Six , " young Yemeni-American men accused of training at an al-Qaida terrorist camp , pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . A fifth member of an alleged terrorist sleeper cell in a Buffalo suburb pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . +936 2630841 2630710 Another big gainer was Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) , which shot 32 percent higher . Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . +937 2046155 2046135 " We are expending all available resources toward the investigation , " said Assistant U.S. Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counterterrorism prosecutor in Seattle . " We are aware of the situation , " said Assistant US Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counter-terrorism prosecutor in Seattle . +938 1390382 1390347 The impact of these shortages , U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday , " will touch virtually every American . " The U.S. administration cranked up concerns of impending natural gas shortages yesterday , a supply crunch that officials said " will touch virtually every American . " +939 332716 332382 The U.S. State Department travel warning said the threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya and includes Nairobi . " The threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya , including Nairobi , " it said . +940 240349 240386 Lawyers and others familiar with the federal investigation say it remains focused on Campbell , though prosecutors declined to discuss the probe . While federal prosecutors refuse to discuss the investigation , lawyers and others familiar with it say it remains focused on Campbell . +941 1462692 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its anti-discrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . +942 1536272 1536229 She was 26 then , and a friend tipped her to another position and told her whom to call . Westermayer was 26 then , and a friend and former manager who knew she was unhappy in her job tipped her to another position . +943 177077 176977 If successful , the " Muses-C " will be the first probe to make a two-way trip to an asteroid . If successful , it will be the first to bring back a rock sample from an asteroid , Kawaguchi said . +944 1042503 1042400 The first of those discussions is expected to get under way in the next three to five months . We hope to have the first of these discussions within the next three to five months . " +945 3098063 3098011 The support will come as a free software upgrade called WebVPN for current customers that have support contracts . The upgrade will be available as a free download for current customers with SmarNet support in January 2004 . +946 428383 428434 A bill that would have fully legalized marijuana for medical purposes in Connecticut was narrowly defeated in the House of Representatives on Wednesday . A move to legalize marijuana for medical use was defeated yesterday in the state House of Representatives , 79-64 . +947 2653985 2653948 Terri Schiavo , 39 , suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack 13 years ago . She suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack in 1990 . +948 1629891 1629387 I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brigadier General Taco Gilbert , the school 's former number two officer . I never blamed a victim , I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brig. Gen. Taco Gilbert , the school 's former No. 2 officer . +949 1157432 1157403 " If they want to replace 11i with PeopleSoft , now that would make sense . " To replace Oracle 11.9 with PeopleSoft--that would be a move that makes sense . " +950 1012647 1012032 Dixon was otherwise the class of the field at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . +951 1464799 1464834 Simon shares Tuesday closed up 42 cents , or about 1 percent , at $ 39.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . Simon Property 's shares rose 42 cents to $ 39.45 at the close of New York Stock Exchange trading Tuesday . +952 2333026 2333112 While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . The bomb exploded while authorities waited for a bomb squad to arrive . +953 1465159 1465425 Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2 1 / 2 servings . For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . +954 2762932 2763294 Sabri Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate yesterday on charges of violating U.S. arms-control laws . The elder Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate Wednesday on charges of violating U.S. arms control laws . +955 1686095 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . +956 1559232 1559136 Sliding down the ice , Moriarty and Carella hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . Sliding down the embankment , the two rescuers hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . +957 798702 798520 Waksal has pleaded guilty to securities fraud and is to be sentenced next week . Waksal pleaded guilty to insider trading charges last year , and he is scheduled to be sentenced June 10 . +958 495194 495219 But skeptics are concerned about the ease with which vendors can use these hardware-based security features to set digital rights management policies . But skeptics are concerned about the ease at which these hardware-based security features could be used to set digital rights management policies by vendors . +959 1144182 1144129 Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . In a news release Thursday , Strayhorn said this was the first time a comptroller rejected a budget . +960 615871 615961 The company added , " until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side . " " Until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side , " Lindows said in a statement . +961 1669281 1669232 U.S. Wireless restated its financial results when fraud was uncovered , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss to $ 17 million from $ 11 million . After the fraud was discovered , San Ramon-based U.S. Wireless restated its financial results , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss from $ 11.4 million to $ 17.7 million . +962 2250251 2250205 " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply , " said Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase . Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase , said " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply . " +963 1782592 1782249 The valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be collected and turned in to county election officials by Sept . 2 . To force a recall election of Davis , the valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be turned in to election officials . +964 3286327 3286227 But Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said : ' ' Mention the word prohibition and everyone knows what happened there . Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said it had greeted The Lancet 's call with " amusement and disbelief ' " . +965 1837885 1838251 Dotson was arrested July 21 after calling 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . Authorities picked up Dotson on July 21 after he called 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . +966 2833658 2833706 After his retirement , Foley served as assistant secretary of energy for defense programs under President Ronald Reagan . After retiring , he was appointed assistant secretary of energy for defense programs by then-President Ronald Reagan in 1985 . +967 2942579 2942542 Still , the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product , Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said . But Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " by regulators might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product . +968 1868647 1868598 According to Tuesday 's report , consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favourable than a month earlier . Consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favorable than last month . +969 1353352 1353193 Barbini said the union may reach a compromise with the United States but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry successfully fought here . Barbini said the EU may reach a compromise but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry has resisted . +970 3273136 3273222 " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said , asked to explain the flooding that keeps ravaging the southeast . " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said when asked to explain flooding that has ravaged this part of southeast France two years in succession . +971 1669253 1669208 Hilsenrath was also indicted on 33 counts of wire fraud , which each carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison , a $ 250,000 fine and restitution . Each of those counts carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine plus restitution . +972 2742787 2742873 Revenue rose 3.9 percent , to $ 1.63 billion from $ 1.57 billion . The McLean , Virginia-based company said newspaper revenue increased 5 percent to $ 1.46 billion . +973 3289371 3289359 In September , Hewlett-Packard signed a development and marketing deal with the company . Four months later it signed a joint marketing agreement with Hewlett-Packard Co . +974 2565078 2565463 Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . Under the law , telemarketers who call numbers on the list can be fined up to $ 11,000 for each violation . +975 1488446 1488424 AFTRA members approved the merger by a vote of 75.88 % to 24.12 % . AFTRA , on the other hand , approved the merger by a whopping 75 percent . +976 1716177 1716086 Two of them are on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . Begg and Abbasi feature on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . +977 1334303 1334069 The dead cavalry have been honored for more than a century with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . The dead cavalrymen are honored with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . +978 2338162 2337960 Under the new pricing scheme , Universal would lower its wholesale price on a CD to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . +979 2186854 2186909 They boy 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , 33 , said yesterday he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . Terrance 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Monday that he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . +980 368271 368005 The two companies said PowderJect 's strong U.S. position would complement Chiron 's European presence . PowderJect 's strong U.S. position will complement Chiron 's European presence , analysts said . +981 2141812 2141906 Higher courts have ruled that the tablets broke the constitutional separation of church and state . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . +982 747199 747455 The interest rate sensitive two year Schatz yield was down 5.8 basis points at 1.99 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . +983 2746767 2746373 It represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture . " " This case represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture , " Sekulow said . +984 1615615 1615714 The new sensor -- dubbed CANARY for ' ' cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields ' ' -- hijacks this natural process with two important changes . The team has named the sensor Canary , for cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields . +985 411079 411090 Started on Christmas Day in 1931 , the Met 's matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . Started on Christmas Day in 1931 with Humperdinck 's " Hansel and Gretel , " the Met matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . +986 1013865 1013870 Guidant said it will continue to ship the product and provide support to doctors and patients through October 2003 . Guidant officials said Monday that Menlo Park , Calif.-based Endovascular would continue to ship the device and provide support to patients until October . +987 2464935 2464876 The boy also sprayed the room full of retardant from fire extinguishers , which made it hard to see , the chief said . The boy fired once into a wall and sprayed the room with fire extinguishers , making it hard to see , the chief said . +988 649943 649933 Security experts are warning that a new mass-mailing worm is spreading widely across the Internet , sometimes posing as e-mail from the Microsoft founder . A new worm has been spreading rapidly across the Internet , sometimes pretending to be an e-mail from Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates , antivirus vendors said Monday . +989 496246 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment " . " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " +990 3428489 3428523 The U.S. Capitol was evacuated yesterday after authorities detected a possibly hazardous material in the basement of the Senate wing , Capitol Police said . U.S. Capitol Police evacuated the Capitol yesterday after a sensor detected a possible biohazard in the Senate wing , but authorities later said it was a false alarm . +991 2654547 2654508 Campaign officials said the moves may have been a source of some friction with Fowler . Aides to the general said Mr. Segal 's arrival could have been the source of friction with Mr. Fowler . +992 257477 257564 Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after an announcement Monday he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after the Devil Rays announced Monday night that he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . +993 3145536 3145276 He arrives later this week on the first state visit by a US President . Mr Bush arrives on Tuesday on the first state visit by an American President . +994 1454756 1454692 July 1st is the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to Chinese rule . The rally overshadowed ceremonies marking the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to China on 1 July 1997 . +995 3153528 3153666 The commission dropped charges that Patton improperly appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and that he improperly appointed Conner 's then-husband , Seth , to the Agriculture Development Board . Patton also appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and appointed Seth Conner to the Agriculture Development Board , the commission says . +996 2477153 2476767 The 2 1 / 2 -ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 3 : 49 p.m. Eastern time , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000-mph free-fall . The 2 1 / 2-ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 1 : 49 p.m. MDT , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000 mph free-fall . +997 1112041 1111843 Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that will consider the nomination , is a longtime friend . And Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that first will take up the nomination , is a longtime friend of Kempthorne 's . +998 811019 811055 If Senator Clinton does decide to run in 2008 , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . If Mrs Clinton does decide to contest the 2008 election , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . +999 629292 629319 People who have opposed these actions throughout are now trying to find fresh reasons to say this wasn 't the right thing to do . " " What is happening here is that people who have opposed this action throughout are trying to find fresh reasons why it was not the right thing to do . " +1000 2439549 2439478 Intel sells the current top Pentium for US $ 637 in quantities of 1,000 . Intel 's current Pentium 4 chips have 512K bytes of cache . +1001 3454292 3454318 Six Democrats are vying to succeed Jacques and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . Six Democrats and two Republicans are running for her seat and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . +1002 1048282 1047920 The volatile mix could drag the session beyond the four days allotted by Bush , said Senate President Jim King . The Senate might support capping noneconomic damages beyond the $ 250,000 Gov. Jeb Bush proposes , said Senate President Jim King . +1003 3389014 3388962 Reuters witnesses said many houses had been flattened and the city squares were packed with crying children and the homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . Reuters witnesses said public squares were packed with crying children and people left homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . +1004 1685023 1684889 " Good cause has been clearly shown that such change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial , " Prince William County Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette Jr. wrote . Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette said it " has been clearly shown that such a change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial . " +1005 710770 710508 John Hickenlooper had 65 percent of the vote to 35 percent for City Auditor Don Mares . Hickenlooper clobbered city Auditor Don Mares , 46 , in the Tuesday runoff . +1006 1896884 1896872 EnCana also reaffirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . Looking ahead the company confirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . +1007 1007185 1007100 New Line Cinema 's prequel comedy , " Dumb and Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd " opened with $ 11.1 million . The idiot-buddy prequel Dumb And Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd debuted at No. 6 , with $ 11.1 million . +1008 2221840 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short or long lived , " he said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . +1009 1787828 1787922 That compared with a year-earlier profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . +1010 1381716 1381439 Chavez said investigators feel confident they 've got " at least one of the fires resolved in that regard . " Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez said investigators felt confident that with the arrests they had " at least one of the fires resolved . " +1011 1840021 1839984 " We 've got quality players , " said Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon . There was some counterpunching out there , Manager Lloyd McClendon said . +1012 1147505 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment , " Daschle wrote . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . +1013 543533 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the vital rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . +1014 2776610 2776662 Since it expanded its shipments to the United States , Hulett has captured a significant share of the U.S. market . Since Hulett dramatically expanded its shipments to the US in 2000 , it has captured a significant share of the US market . +1015 163731 163980 China 's Health Ministry said five more people had died of Sars and a further 159 were infected . On Monday , China said nine more people had died from SARS and that 160 more were infected with the virus . +1016 2090432 2090177 " The figures are becoming catastrophic , " said Dr. Patrick Pelloux , the president of the association of emergency room physicians . This is unacceptable , " said Patrick Pelloux , the president of France 's Association of Emergency Doctors . +1017 1957071 1956989 This is a good day for Americas farmers , said Sen. Charles Grassley , an Iowa Republican , in reaction to the administration announcement . " This is a good day for America 's farmers , " said Sen. Charles Grassley , R-Iowa , in reaction to the administration announcement . +1018 347461 347487 But the cancer society said its study had been misused . The American Cancer Society and several scientists said the study was flawed in several ways . +1019 2637189 2637368 Russin did not comment ; his lawyer did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . His lawyer , a cousin , Basil Russin , did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . +1020 1967667 1967588 " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later , " one senior officer said . One senior officer said : " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later . " +1021 774657 774795 Tight media controls and the remote location of the northern village where the fighting broke out made it impossible to confirm what happened . Tight media controls and the remote location of the clash made it impossible to confirm what happened . +1022 1117174 1117202 Several shots rang out in the darkness , but only one gator had been killed by 11 p.m. Several shots rang out Wednesday night , but no gators were killed then . +1023 1725788 1725686 Sales of $ 21.6 billion , up 10 percent from $ 19.7 billion a year ago , were ahead of Wall Street 's estimate of $ 21.4 billion . Microsoft posted sales of $ 8.1 billion , up from $ 7.3 billion a year ago and ahead of analysts ' estimates of $ 7.9 billion . +1024 2475398 2475319 Dr. Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . +1025 1787709 1787780 Kodak said the PracticeWorks deal is expected to add about $ 215 million to its revenue in the first full year after the acquisition . The PracticeWorks acquisition is expected to add about $ 215 million to Kodak 's revenue in the first full year , be slightly dilutive through 2005 , and accretive thereafter . +1026 2529576 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing the seriousness of the remaining problem . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . +1027 758288 758197 The bill says that a woman who undergoes such an abortion couldn 't be prosecuted . A woman who underwent such an abortion could not be prosecuted under the bill . +1028 3398909 3398631 International rescue workers are scouring flattened debris for survivors in Iran 's shattered ancient Silk Road city of Bam after a violent earthquake killed more than 20,000 people . International rescue workers hacked desperately through flattened debris for survivors and cemeteries overflowed in Iran 's ancient Silk Road city of Bam yesterday . +1029 121939 122056 Unless their parents submit written objections , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and the minute of silence . Unless their parents submitted a written objection , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and moment of silence . +1030 1401862 1401697 Shares of Allergan fell 14 cents to close at $ 78.12 on the New York Stock Exchange ( news - web sites ) . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +1031 3333475 3333554 Scott McClellan , a White House spokesman , called the decision " troubling and flawed . " White House spokesman Scott McClellan called the Padilla ruling " troubling and flawed . +1032 646343 646391 Team President Ken Sawyer told the Pittsburgh Post Gazette Sunday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . Team President Ken Sawyer said yesterday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . +1033 3103374 3103410 Muhammad 's trial began Oct. 14 in nearby Virginia Beach . His trial was moved to Virginia Beach . +1034 3422952 3422979 " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in Bering land-bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago , " Grayson said . " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in the Bering land bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago . " +1035 224125 224096 The Nasdaq composite index added 30.46 points , or 2 percent , to 1,520.15 . The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 after gaining 30.46 yesterday . +1036 1225768 1226304 Stanford ( 51-17 ) and Rice ( 57-12 ) will play for the national championship tonight . Rice ( 57-12 ) and Stanford ( 51-17 ) will meet in a winner-take-all matchup at 6 : 05 p.m. Monday . +1037 786949 786522 Grassley and Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . +1038 2515727 2515696 An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Said 's key political allies were Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders outside the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Professor Said 's principal political allies were among the Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders who have stood aside from the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . +1039 2274833 2274855 " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . Speaking about the day before he was found dead , she said : " I was physically sick several times at this stage because he looked so desperate . +1040 1639471 1639562 The Sunshine Group LTD represented the developers , The Related Companies and Apollo Real Estate Advisors LP , on the deal . The developers , The Related Cos. and Apollo Real Estate Advisors , hope sales top $ 1 billion . +1041 2481631 2481756 The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , repeatedly has said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . +1042 3085781 3085978 The attack seemed similar to others staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 . The attack seemed similar to attacks staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 , for which officials have also blamed al-Qaida . +1043 1087225 1087091 The exotic animal trade is enormous , and it continues to spiral out of control . Some say the exotic animal trade is second only to the drug trade . +1044 2254011 2254045 Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative that voters passed in 2000 , limits fund raising and spending by gubernatorial candidates . Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative passed by the voters in 2000 , limits fund-raising and spending by candidates for governor . +1045 3035919 3035789 The 90-minute exchange in Boston took place at a debate focusing on the issues of interest to young people . The 90-minute exchange took place at a debate , focusing on the issues of interest to young people , broadcast live from Faneuil Hall in Boston . +1046 1680943 1680914 He wounded a security guard and then fled , stabbing two passersby as he ran off along the promenade . He then stabbed two passersby as he fled along a promenade by the Mediterranean Sea . +1047 2620044 2620063 Police believe Wilson shot Reynolds , then her mother once in the head before fatally turning the gun on herself . Police believe Wilson then shot Jennie Mae Robinson once in the head before turning the gun on herself . +1048 922819 922554 The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) asked Congress today for additional authority to fight unwanted Internet spam , which now accounts for up to half of all e-mail traffic . The Federal Trade Commission asked Congress yesterday for broader powers to attack the rapidly growing problem of spam , which new studies show accounts for half of all e-mail traffic . +1049 3283140 3283178 The companies , Chiron and Aventis Pasteur , together made about 80 million doses of the injected vaccine , which ordinarily would have been enough to meet U.S. demand . Chiron and Aventis Pasteur together made about 80 million doses , ordinarily enough for U.S. demand , The Associated Press reported . +1050 3150044 3150089 The combined companies ' commercial and personal lines will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and will be based in Hartford , Conn . , Travelers ' current headquarters . The combined company 's commercial lines and personal lines business will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and based in Hartford , Connecticut . +1051 3319098 3319119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dipped 6.62 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,917.67 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . +1052 3059628 3059555 The government did not identify the taikonauts — a term coined from ‘ ‘ taikong , ’ ’ the Chinese word for space — who would travel on the second mission . The government did not identify the taikonauts -- a term coined from taikong , the Chinese word for space . +1053 1463005 1463165 A Merrill Lynch spokesman said " we are pleased with the judge 's decision . " " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . +1054 3185728 3185755 Among the workers , the researchers found short workers had worse hearing than expected for their age . " Short workers had worse hearing than expected by age -- three times more often than taller workers , " writes Barrenas . +1055 1686168 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . +1056 4142 4083 The body of one of the four teens , 17-year-old Max Guarino , was found April 25 in Long Island Sound . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . +1057 1035681 1035633 The number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent , the FBI said . Still , the FBI said in the report released Monday , the number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent . +1058 739972 740735 If he is successful in reaching a cease-fire , known as a " hudna , " Abbas will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one meeting in a month . If he is successful in reaching a so-called " hudna , " he will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one in a month . +1059 2381709 2381590 Tail wagging , Abbey trotted on stage with Conway before a crowd of more than 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference at the Anaheim Convention Center . On Monday , Abbey trotted on stage , tail wagging , with Conway before a crowd of 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference . +1060 953749 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.23 , or 2.8 percent , to $ 42.44 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +1061 1967579 1967665 It warned that London , along with several other foreign cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . It warned that London , among a number of other cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . +1062 889609 889733 The launch coincides with the JavaOne developers ' conference in San Francisco this week . The news also comes in conjunction with Suns annual JavaOne developers conference in San Francisco . +1063 1079804 1079345 The meeting was scheduled to end Wednesday night , with attendees approving resolutions that express the denomination 's view on issues but that are not binding on churches . On Wednesday , attendees will vote on resolutions that express the Southern Baptist view on issues , but are not binding on individual churches . +1064 2794042 2793971 He cut his rating for XL shares to " neutral " from " buy , " and said the shares " will not rebound quickly . " He cut his rating for XL shares from " buy " to " neutral " and said the shares would not " rebound quickly " . +1065 1806953 1806923 Igen 's stock closed $ 4.70 or nearly 13.7 percent higher at $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq market . The company 's shares surged $ 4.70 , or 13.7 percent , to $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq Stock Market yesterday . +1066 1967657 1967576 According to security sources , London Metropolitan Police Commissioner John Stevens placed his force on its highest state of alert last week following the warning . The Telegraph can reveal that Sir John Stevens , the Metropolitan Police Commissioner , placed his force on its highest alert last week . +1067 438985 438751 " This has been a persistent problem that has not been solved , " investigation board member Steven Wallace said . " This was a persistent problem which has not been solved , mechanically and physically , " said board member Steven Wallace . +1068 2527854 2527941 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 , after accounting for inflation . The same survey found the median household income rose by $ 51 , when accounting for inflation , to $ 43,057 . +1069 3317425 3317361 Advanced Micro Devices said Fujitsu Siemens Computers is offering a high-end workstation based on AMD 's Opteron 200 Series . Fujitsu Siemens Computers on Tuesday made good on a promise to offer a workstation based on Advanced Micro Devices ' Opteron processor . +1070 843200 843043 It will take time to oust die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq , Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday it will take time to locate die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq . +1071 2453492 2453420 The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida became one of the first in the nation Saturday to officially reject the national denomination 's policies on homosexuality . The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida voted Saturday to repudiate a decision by the denomination 's national convention to confirm a gay man as bishop . +1072 2248645 2248784 Ms Lanier 's first heart tumour was removed from the upper part of her heart in 1997 , returning in 1999 , in 2001 and again this year . Her first heart tumor was removed in 1997 in the upper part of her heart , but it returned in 1999 , 2001 , and again this year . +1073 515763 515591 On May 22 , 2002 , a man walking his dog came across some of Levy 's bones in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . On May 22 , 2002 , the first of Levy 's weathered bones were found in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . +1074 1322404 1322351 Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . But he said labor wanted other senators to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . +1075 2057710 2057592 Both strain 121 and Pyrolobus belong to a branch on the tree of life known as the archaea . Both Strain 121 and Pyrolobus fumarii are members of the unusual life domain known as Archaea . +1076 2467983 2467943 These days , even death penalty proponents in the Legislature say they are solidly outnumbered by opponents . These days , death-penalty backers in the legislature acknowledge that they are outnumbered . +1077 374820 375390 At issue is the scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . At issue in yesterday 's case is a Washington state scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . +1078 1953302 1953417 The biggest cut ordered was for Hanover Lloyds Insurance Co . -- 31 percent . The department ordered Hanover Insurance to cut its rates by 31 percent . +1079 1465145 1464851 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the company . +1080 258848 259011 Revenue plunged 19 percent to $ 2.07 billion from $ 2.56 billion in the year-earlier quarter . The company had revenue of $ 2.56 billion in the first quarter of 2002 . +1081 869211 869467 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was up 4.83 points or 0.49 per cent to 980.76 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . +1082 1881958 1882006 He told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Carlton Dotson , Dennehy ’ s former teammate , reportedly told FBI agents he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . +1083 53570 53604 Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . +1084 3102255 3102709 Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . Prosecutors called Durst a cold-blooded killer who shot Black to steal his identity . +1085 1787626 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the person involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . +1086 2986651 2987222 The Bush administration blames Hussein loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops for the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks . The Bush administration blames the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks on Saddam loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops . +1087 1447877 1447624 The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . +1088 2310787 2311604 " And the swagger of a president who says ' Bring ' em on ' does not bring our troops peace or safety . " And the swagger of a president saying `bring `em on ' will never bring peace , " Kerry said . +1089 3020767 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , had been on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . +1090 548865 548783 Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce more cuts to their valuations . Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce further cuts to the company 's value . +1091 408890 408992 Acer said its Veriton 7600G incorporates the Intel 865G chipset and is priced starting at $ 949 . The Intel 865G chipset is priced at $ 44 with integrated software RAID , $ 41 without RAID . +1092 1598630 1598710 The row intensified after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon said the government would go ahead with planned cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . The move came after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon announced the government would impose cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . +1093 1380707 1380520 From Florida to Alaska , thousands of revelers vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . Thousands of revellers , celebrating the decision , vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . +1094 739677 739938 The leader of Myanmar 's National League for Democracy won a 1990 election by a landslide but was never allowed to govern . Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won a landslide election in 1990 but has never been allowed to govern . +1095 2759665 2759733 The Foundation said telephone support would cost $ 39.95 per incident . The group is also offering end user telephone support for $ 39.95 per incident . +1096 701817 701797 It is the first major industrial plant for Leighton as project manager . It is the first major industrial plant project that Leighton has managed . +1097 2830962 2830944 The settlement taking effect this week was reached less than two months after O 'Malley took the helm of the nation 's fourth-largest archdiocese . The $ 85 million agreement was reached in September , less than two months after Archbishop Sean O 'Malley took over as leader of the nation 's fourth-largest diocese . +1098 523349 523357 But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and terror infrastructure must be dismantled . " But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and its infrastructure should be dismantled . " +1099 2662088 2662047 It is priced at $ 5,995 for an unlimited number of users tapping into the single processor , or $ 195 per user with a minimum of five users . It is priced at $ 5,995 or $ 195 on a per user licensing plan with a minimum of five users . +1100 3323113 3323175 The blast occurred at 5 a.m. in the capital 's Al-Bayaa district , police said . The 5 a.m. blast occurred in the city 's Al Bayaa district . +1101 2613350 2613441 The report finds that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 compared with 5.1 percent in 1997 . In a special section on diabetes , the report notes that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 , compared to 5.1 percent in 1997 . +1102 185364 185384 Omar 's brother , Zahid , and wife , Tahari , were arrested on May 2 in Derbyshire . Zahid and Paveen Sharif were arrested in Derbyshire and Tabassum , Mr Sharif 's wife , in Nottinghamshire , last Friday . +1103 3045264 3045266 The company has 30 days to respond to the charges before the FCC makes a final ruling . AT & T has 30 days to respond to the charges before the F.C.C. issues a final order . +1104 407798 407700 The study results were presented Tuesday at a meeting of the American Thoracic Society in Seattle , and will be published in this week 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . +1105 557121 557022 Associated Press Writer Marc Humbert in Albany contributed to this report . Associated Press Writer Carolyn Thompson contributed to this report from Buffalo . +1106 1112955 1112907 He said he thought he had hit a dog or a cat , or someone had thrown a rock at his car , the police said . The bishop told police he thought he had struck a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . +1107 1568539 1568626 The audiotape aired last week by the Arab Al-Jazeera television network appears to be an effort to incite attacks . An audiotape aired last week by the Arab al-Jazeera television network may be the strongest evidence yet that Saddam survived the war . +1108 123536 123665 The defense cannot appeal Roush 's ruling until after the trial . Defense lawyers cannot appeal the ruling until after trial , in the appellate courts . +1109 1565915 1566255 Lovett 's father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement apologising for his son 's behaviour . The father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement through a family member Monday , apologizing for his son 's behavior . +1110 1919416 1919692 " But HRT should not be used to prevent heart disease or any other chronic condition . " " The clear message is it should not be used to prevent cardiovascular disease , " Manson said . +1111 1995534 1995506 Former South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu said Sunday he did not see what " all the fuss " was over appointing a gay bishop , but urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . South Africa 's Nobel laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu says he does not understand all the fuss about appointing a gay bishop , but he has urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . +1112 1005521 1005318 Bridges is a retired Air Force major general and a former shuttle pilot . OKeefe called Bridges , a retired Air Force Major General , to ask him to switch centers on Wednesday . +1113 377367 377251 You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. Reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or email lberman @ detnews.com. +1114 1355539 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " said Gary Costley , Multifoods chairman and chief executive . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . +1115 1793116 1793281 The study adds to the evidence that diet might affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that affects 4 million Americans . The research adds to the evidence that diet may affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that afflicts more than four million North Americans . +1116 481930 481977 The CGT warned of prolonged industrial action unless Raffarin agreed . The large CGT union warned France of lengthy industrial action . +1117 312707 312795 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Jordan said . " But they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " +1118 3037352 3037382 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . +1119 2002942 2003052 State air regulators and three automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . +1120 2596071 2595722 " Spin and manipulative public relations and propaganda are not the answer , " it said . The report added that " spin " and manipulative public relations " are not the answer , " but that neither is avoiding the debate . +1121 727262 727318 In comparison , 86 percent of Israeli Jews say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . But in Jordan and in the Palestinian Authority , only 1 percent of the Muslim population say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . +1122 2788684 2788896 But they don ’ t realize that until it ’ s too late ( of course ) because they ’ re potential victims in a horror movie . But they don 't realize that until it 's too late ( of course ) because they 're potential victims . +1123 2728244 2728420 Sales -- a figure watched closely as a barometer of health -- rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . +1124 2028326 2028254 Doud was shot in the shoulder and underwent surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital , where he was listed in satisfactory condition . A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . +1125 1315900 1315973 The third case involved contracts signed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . A separate case seeking to renegotiate contracts was filed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . +1126 2777028 2776959 The three grocery chains were relying on store managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . +1127 1029364 1029570 Merseyside police found the truck , without the books , the next morning about 20 miles from the warehouse . Police said they were checking a white articulated trailer truck found about 20 miles from the warehouse for forensic evidence . +1128 2846992 2847045 The work appears in the Oct. 22 / 29 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . +1129 2927334 2927592 The significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was China 's first space mission on October 15 . One of the significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was Chinas first space mission on Oct 15 . +1130 2065497 2065458 ABC broadcast a special " World News Tonight " report out of Washington anchored by Ted Koppel . Partly as a result , ABC chose to broadcast its special report out of Washington with Ted Koppel as anchor . +1131 617309 617115 Microsoft has identified the freely distributed Linux software as one of the biggest threats to its sales . The company has publicly identified Linux as one of its biggest competitive threats . +1132 684924 684787 The indictment said he attended important meetings to plan the attacks , recruited fellow bombers and coordinated the operation . Samudra not present in Bangkok , the indictment said , but attended a series of meetings before the attacks , recruiting fellow bombers and coordinating the operation . +1133 1978626 1978641 It also said it would reconsider its support for the 2003 show , which took place last month . The company added that it would reevaluate its commitment to the remaining New York show , which took place last month . +1134 514453 514688 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell and the panel 's two other Republicans . +1135 77428 77559 If no candidate wins 50 percent plus one in today 's election , the top two will meet in a runoff June 3 . If no candidate wins more than 50 percent of the vote , the top two vote-getters are headed to a runoff on June 3 . +1136 996885 996809 LURD 's Ja 'neh also called for an interim government and the deployment of a U.S.-led Western peacekeeping force . The rebels are also calling for the deployment of a U.S.-led peacekeeping force . +1137 2051961 2051879 The bomb exploded in Helmand province aboard a bus en route to the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to news agency reports . The bomb exploded in Helmand Province aboard a bus headed for the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to wire reports . +1138 1351688 1351809 The UMass president has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 , just before federal indictments were handed down . The UMass president , who testified before a congressional committee last week , has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 . +1139 437770 437729 Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three in the ninth and allowed only an infield single by Greg Norton . Closer Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three of the four batters he faced in the ninth . +1140 126079 126035 The jury awarded TVT about $ 23 million in compensatory damages and roughly $ 108 million in punitive damages . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . +1141 2201393 2201282 Air Commodore Pietsch said a 9-11 style aircraft suicide attack was the key concern . Air Commodore Dave Pietsch said the main concern was a September 11-style aircraft suicide attack . +1142 116323 116276 " I don 't even worry about it anymore , " he said . " I don 't even worry about that anymore , " the 38-year-old center fielder said . +1143 2521281 2521594 The report was sponsored by the Computer & Communications Industry Association ( CCIA ) . The paper was released by the Computer and Communications Industry Association in Washington . +1144 3417339 3417404 Families stuck on the highway remained in their cars , and used their cell phones to call home . Families stuck on the highway were being urged to remain in their cars , and to use their cell phones only in case of emergency . +1145 434568 434535 " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America , " Edwards said in a speech . " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America . " +1146 2377832 2377802 " First , the target was not clear . . . we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " he said . In jihad , the target must be clear , meaning that we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " Imron said . +1147 3035818 3035854 Sharpton nearly jumped out of his chair , saying , " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Jesse Jackson . " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Reverend ( Jesse ) Jackson , " he retorted . +1148 2873368 2873529 The SharePoint Portal Server application , which facilitates teamwork , retails for $ 5,619 . Server software , however , costs thousands of dollars , such as SharePoint Portal Server , which retails for $ 5,619 . +1149 2545785 2545843 Dogs , he said , are second only to humans in the thoroughness of medical understanding and research . He said that dogs are second only to humans in terms of being the subject of medical research . +1150 145076 145052 The Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission have the final say . But the deal must get approval from the Federal Communications Commission and the Justice Department 's antitrust division . +1151 1984954 1984531 " I really liked him and I still do , " Cohen Alon told the Herald yesterday . And I really liked him , and I still do . +1152 763516 763636 Argentine Guillermo Coria and Netherlander Martin Verkerk are in the other half . The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . +1153 2668998 2669030 Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia remembers how he and his friends used to have to sneak around the school yard to speak Spanish . Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia says when he was growing up , he wasn 't allowed to speak Spanish at school . +1154 518131 518086 Hovan did not speak , but his lawyer , John Speranza , said his client " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone . Hovan " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone , defense attorney John Speranza said . +1155 565760 566025 Microsoft will pay Time Warner AOL $ 750 million to settle an outstanding antitrust suit brought by Time Warner 's Netscape division . Microsoft on Thursday agreed to pay AOL Time Warner $ 750 million to settle AOL Time Warner 's private monopoly lawsuit against Microsoft . +1156 2894616 2894706 Kollar-Kotelly has scheduled another antitrust settlement compliance hearing for January . The judge scheduled another oversight hearing for late January . +1157 1312753 1312479 The House voted 425 to 2 to clear the bill , the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . The bill is among the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . +1158 835299 835431 Monkeypox is usually found only in central and western Africa . Prairie dogs , usually found in southwestern and western states , aren ’ t indigenous to Wisconsin . +1159 844505 844642 UN armored personnel carriers trained machine guns on Bunia 's main street but did not open fire . Uruguayan armoured personnel carriers trained mounted machine guns down Bunia 's empty main street , but they were under orders not to open fire . +1160 1981956 1982170 National Breast Cancer Centre chief executive Professor Christine Ewan said it was too early to quantify the risk to women . National Breast Cancer Centre head Professor Christine Ewan said there was no need for panic . +1161 2745060 2745022 For the fourth quarter , Intel expects revenue between $ 8.1 billion and $ 8.7 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . +1162 2886878 2886843 In version 4.1 , a new web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning interface speeds up the flow of information between workstations and the server . Openexchange Server 4.1 includes a web-based distributed authoring and versioning ( WebDAV ) interface and Outlook connector to speed information flows . +1163 3087072 3087103 The highest-paid Washington private-college president is Susan Resneck Pierce , who heads the University of Puget Sound . The highest-paid private-college president in Washington is University of Puget Sound President Susan Resneck Pierce at $ 314,160 , the Chronicle said . +1164 2083179 2082970 At midnight , Erika was about 90 miles east of Brownsville and moving toward the west at about 20 mph , with sustained winds near 70 mph . Late Friday evening , forecasters said Erika was 130 miles east of Brownsville and tracking due west at 21 mph with sustained winds of about 70 mph . +1165 329375 329403 Not counting energy prices , wholesale prices were down 0.9 percent . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . +1166 968066 968428 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 31 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.16 percent -- another record low -- from 4.22 percent . The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . +1167 3084952 3085078 Antonio Monteiro de Castro , 58 , currently director of the group ’ s Latin America & Caribbean operations , will become chief operating officer from the same date . BAT also said Antonio Monteiro de Castro , director for Latin America and the Caribbean , would become chief operating officer on January 1 , 2004 . +1168 2349594 2349787 The government began on September 1 to add the word " Taiwan " in English to the cover of new passport , a decision slammed by Beijing . The government recently added the word ' Taiwan ' in English to the cover of its new passports , a move slammed by Beijing . +1169 1626533 1626573 A floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , the ship took about five years to build . The Reagan , a floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , is the ninth Nimitz-class carrier to be built at the Newport News shipyard . +1170 1463117 1462738 Pollack said yesterday the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . +1171 1315492 1315639 The exam is a requirement for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 60 percent of students statewide failed it . The Regents math exam is required for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 63 percent of students statewide failed the exam . +1172 1777874 1777965 Ms O 'Hare will take time off from studying history at New York University to be in Australia during October for national breast cancer awareness week . Ms O 'Hare , who has taken time out from studying history at New York University , will be in Australia throughout October in which is national breast cancer awareness week . +1173 1666058 1666007 Hurricane Claudette moved toward the Texas coast on Tuesday and was expected to strengthen before making landfall later in the day , forecasters said . The US National Hurricane Center said the hurricane was heading toward the Texas coast and could strengthen before it hits land later in the day . +1174 2942079 2942188 This led to the recovery of the 270-kilogram Cancuen altar , announced on Wednesday by the Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society . This led last month to the recovery of the 600-pound Cancun altar , Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society announced Wednesday . +1175 2911079 2911055 A Royal Duty is based on his experiences with Diana , Princess of Wales and letters allegedly to and from her . The royal household was bracing itself for any more revelations in A Royal Duty , based on the former servant ’ s time with Diana , Princess of Wales . +1176 2252321 2252356 " They were tossed around like feathers , " Gordon said . " The concrete barriers ( between lanes ) were being tossed around like feathers . " +1177 3085068 3084951 BAT BATS.L also said Managing Director Paul Adams would step up to chief executive from January 1 , 2004 , to ease the transition . As part of the changes BAT said managing director , Paul Adams , 50 , would become chief executive from January 1 . +1178 171555 171801 On May 1 , he crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff and walked some six miles down the canyon . He crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff , and walked some six miles down the canyon near Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah . +1179 1661193 1661317 " Close co-operation between law-enforcement agencies and intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism , " Mr Howard said . Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . +1180 246573 246510 Stout previously worked for General Electric subsidiary GE Capital Service Inc . , where he was vice president and chief technology and information officer . Stout comes to Sprint from GE Capital , where he served as chief technology and information officer . +1181 870762 871347 Only one test , the effect on financial services , was deemed to be passed . Only the positive effect on the financial services industry was assured , he said . +1182 257707 257757 Knight agreed to a two-year , $ 2.38 million contract that included a $ 300,000 signing bonus . ESPN reported that Knight 's two-year deal is worth $ 2.38 million , including a $ 300,000 signing bonus . +1183 953312 953156 The prosecutor said the company knowingly underestimated to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) the number of safety complaints involving the device . They said the company knowingly underestimated to the FDA the number of safety complaints involving the device . +1184 284891 284925 " We 're going to do everything in our power to get money back to ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Kennedy said . " There 's very strong interest in getting money back to the ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Commissioner Susan Kennedy said . +1185 2898542 2898560 Officials said it will take lengthy testing to determine if all anthrax spores have been killed . Still , officials said it will take several more months of testing to determine whether the anthrax spores have been successfully killed . +1186 2320045 2320003 Fletcher said he expects to have the support of lawmakers from agricultural states , many of whom are on the committee . He said he also expects to have the support of lawmakers from other agricultural states . +1187 345686 345704 EDS said that it was " responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC " . EDS is " in the process of responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC , " the company said . +1188 826455 826593 It is not clear whether the apology was written on the orders of Mr Blair or at Mr Campbell 's initiative . It is not clear whether the apology to Sir Richard - known as " C " - was written on the orders of the Prime Minister or on Mr Campbell 's own initiative . +1189 1253180 1252657 The soldiers , from the 3rd Armored Cavalry , were hurt when their Humvee vehicle struck a mine in Hit . The pipeline exploded only a few hours after two U.S. soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry were wounded when their Humvee vehicle detonated a land mine in the same area . +1190 35213 35151 Several protesters were injured by a speeding police van that drove through the crowd . Anger grew after a police van injured several protesters by speeding through the crowd . +1191 864324 864534 Vice President Dick Cheney and Mississippi Republican gubernatorial candidate Haley Barbour acknowledge the cheering crowd . Vice President Dick Cheney says Mississippi Republican Haley Barbour would be a good governor because of his government and business savvy . +1192 11190 10771 Trailing Arsenal by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak stretching back to Dec. 26 . Trailing the Londoners by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst league start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak starting Dec. 26 . +1193 285785 285605 Deputies said the incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies received a phone call from a person requesting assistance regarding a domestic disturbance at 54346 Avenida Velasco . The incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies said they received a phone call requesting assistance with a domestic disturbance at the home in the 54-300 block of Avenida Velasco . +1194 148095 147508 The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , fell 2.52 to 410.23 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , fell 1.40 , or 0.3 percent , to 408.83 . +1195 3122257 3122360 In a mixture of ancient pagan and modern Christian rites , the villagers have staged a series of ceremonies hoping to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor . In a mixture of ancient Melanesian pagan and modern Christian ceremonies the people tried again to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor since that long-ago meal . +1196 2854737 2854798 " We put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching process , probably later than we should have and now we 're just gaining incredible speed . " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . +1197 1788267 1788246 Shares of Halliburton fell 71 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 21.59 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . Halliburton shares fell 54 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 21.76 a share in midday New York Stock Exchange trade . +1198 1787481 1787517 He also recruited others to participate in the scheme by convincing them to receive fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered for himself . He also recruited other people to take delivery of fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered . +1199 290525 290626 Goldman Sachs said : " We believe this is the right decision for the company , for its employees and for its creditors . " " We believe this is the right decision for the company ( Jinro ) , for its employees and for its creditors , " it said . +1200 3176510 3176541 Allegiant shares rose $ 4 , or $ 17.2 percent , to $ 27.43 in Thursday morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Allegiant 's stock closed Wednesday at $ 23.40 , up 64 cents , in trading on the Nasdaq market . +1201 2933867 2933700 Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , many arriving passengers in Atlanta will be fingerprinted and photographed . Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , inspectors will be fingerprinting and photographing many foreign passengers arriving in Atlanta . +1202 1478535 1478869 Before it was removed , the site listed in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . Organizers established a Web site , http : / / defacerschallenge.com , listing in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . +1203 3044424 3044562 In one scene from the film 's final script , Reagan says of AIDS patients , " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " In one scene the film showed Mr Reagan 's character saying of Aids patients : " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " +1204 1347544 1347473 About 100 firefighters are in the bosque today , Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . " We were seconds away from having that happen , " Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . +1205 1361614 1361440 The pill , which they call the " polypill , " would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering drug , three blood pressure-lowering drugs at half the standard dose and folic acid . The ingredients of such a polypill would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering statin , three blood pressure-lowering agents in half dose , and folic acid . +1206 13578 14033 Peace Rules defeated Funny Cide in the Louisiana Derby . But neither he nor Peace Rules could keep Funny Cide from drawing away . +1207 1200651 1200470 On Thursday , a Washington Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely , contrary to the Wall Street Journal 's line . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . +1208 1735760 1735790 Laotian officials yesterday called on France , the former colonial power , to help the country find an alternative investor to EdF . Lao officials on Friday called on France , its former colonial ruler , to help the country find an alternative investor to replace EdF . +1209 61262 61282 Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the largest-ever loss for a European bank last year . Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the loss last year , the largest ever for a European bank . +1210 698772 698611 Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . +1211 1542090 1541970 " It was a final test before delivering the missile to the armed forces . State radio said it was the last test before the missile was delivered to the armed forces . +1212 498299 498366 The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases with particularly high rates among blacks like hypertension and diabetes . The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases that have a particularly high incidence among African-Americans , such as hypertension and diabetes . +1213 2585334 2585405 To examine the uranium enrichment program -- ElBaradei 's priority -- the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . However , to verify Iran 's claims about its controversial uranium-enrichment program , the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . +1214 3153726 3153980 She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . He followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . +1215 1457907 1458152 Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said in a statement that he " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " +1216 2696847 2696428 " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go , " said Limbaugh . This is what Limbaugh actually said about McNabb : " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go . +1217 349050 349247 " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better , " said Rory Bruer , Sony head of distribution . " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better . " +1218 278149 278365 " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time , " said Mekki . One villager , Ali Mekki , said : " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time . " +1219 2268416 2268475 The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . The victim , who was not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital where he was pronounced dead . +1220 1113724 1113757 Thursday , U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper will consider the second motion . U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper is to consider the motions Thursday . +1221 3139461 3139649 If it 's a Bill Gates Comdex keynote , it must be time for new Tablet PCs . If it 's the Sunday night before Comdex , it must be time for yet another Bill Gates keynote . +1222 821890 821901 The supercomputer is actually an eServer and storage system with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . It 's a cluster of 44 IBM servers with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . +1223 543654 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . +1224 3385929 3386168 Is it in the food supply ? " says David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . " It 's not zero , " said David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . +1225 2190421 2190204 " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " said the administration , part of the Homeland Security Department . " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " they said . +1226 3276667 3276656 Expenses are expected to be approximately $ 2.3 billion , at the high end of the previous expectation of $ 2.2-to- $ 2.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . +1227 2999115 2999035 America has accused Syria of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters infiltrating through its eastern border into Iraq to attack U.S.-led coalition forces . US officials accuse regional states , particularly Syria , of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters from entering Iraq to attack US-led coalition forces . +1228 2787374 2787403 Elwin Hermanson and the SaskParty would put the future of our Crown corporations — and our economy — at risk , ” the platform reads . Elwin Hermanson and the Sask . Party would put the future of our Crown corporations - and our economy - at risk . " +1229 1695578 1695467 They also showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared with those children with milder forms of the disorder . Those children later diagnosed with the most severe autism showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared to those children with milder forms of the disorder . +1230 2460509 2460489 Site Finder has been visited 65 million times since its introduction , Galvin said . Through Sunday , Sept . 21 , Site Finder has been visited over 65 million times by Internet users . +1231 1346374 1346460 U.S. and European leaders pledged on Wednesday to work together to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons , presenting a united front after months of bitter acrimony over Iraq . Bush said U.S. and European Union leaders , at an annual Washington summit , agreed on the need to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons . +1232 2624855 2624576 Djerejian said that in the last month Syria has taken steps in response to the pressure , such as relocating the militant group offices out of Damascus . Mr Djerejian said that in the past month Syria had taken some steps in response to the pressure , such as moving the militant group offices out of Damascus . +1233 1200506 1200563 That took the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR down 9 / 32 , its yield rising to 3.37 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . That saw the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slip 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.36 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . +1234 14510 14656 The index , which measures activity in the service sector , climbed to 50.7 last month from 47.9 in March . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . +1235 780201 780408 Bryant previously said that hike had a greater impact on demand than officials expected . Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . +1236 1485566 1485610 Agrawal said her research neither suggests nor indicates PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . +1237 516921 516783 Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " +1238 2077256 2077138 The Memory Stick Pro Duo card will be theoretically able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . It will theoretically be able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . +1239 530791 530914 Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . Westfield also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . +1240 3048226 3048303 These are real crimes that hurt a lot of people . " These are real crimes that disrupt the lives of real people , " Smith said . +1241 3248482 3248436 Richard Miller remained hospitalized after undergoing a liver transplant , but his wife has recovered . Richard Miller , 57 , survived a lifesaving liver transplant but remains hospitalized . +1242 1984638 1984518 Her lawyer Donald Levine told The Telegraph she had been offered $ US250,000 to tell her story exclusively to Australian TV . Mr Levine said she had been offered $ 400,000 to tell her story to an Australian TV network . +1243 487692 487742 While rising consumer confidence is welcomed , it is not a component of gross domestic product , whereas new home sales are . While news on consumer confidence rising is welcomed , it is not a factor in determining gross domestic product whereas new home sales do . +1244 2097223 2097332 Historians believe it was carrying 9 tons of gold coins aimed at buying the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . Historians believe that the 157-foot warship was carrying 9 tons of gold coins to buy the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . +1245 378940 378851 Both markets rallied this past week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meetings on June 24-25 . Both markets rallied last week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meeting June 24 and 25 . +1246 3113550 3113480 Dell 's OpenManage software includes Dell Update Packages with SMS to help automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches with a single tool . The update packages help " automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches using one tool , " which is unpleasantly vague . +1247 1591549 1591599 His lawyer , Pamela MacKey , said Bryant expects to be completely exonerated . " Mr. Bryant is innocent and expects to be completely exonerated , " Mackey said in a statement . +1248 2821916 2821902 " We are keeping an open mind , " said Sergeant Magee . Detective Sergeant Bernie Magee said police were keeping an open mind on the disappearance . +1249 1353184 1353144 The conference , sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture , is focused on eliminating world hunger through genetically modified foods and other technologies . The conference was sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to discuss ways to end world hunger and poverty . +1250 577969 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body ’ s own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . +1251 2981951 2982021 During the hearing , Morales expressed " sincere regrets and remorse " for his actions . Morales , who pleaded guilty in July , expressed " sincere regret and remorse " for his crimes . +1252 1918608 1918489 The Oct. 9 hearing date is two days after the Lakers open their pre-season with two games in Hawaii . Bryant 's hearing date falls two days after the Lakers open the preseason with two games in Hawaii . +1253 1678050 1678502 A police spokesman confirmed : " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of the German authorities and the FBI , have arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany . " " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of German authorities and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have now arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany , " a police spokeswoman said . +1254 2089107 2088980 US military officials say rotor wash from the helicopter might have blown down the banner . US officials said downward " rotor wash " generated by the hovering helicopter stripped the flag from the tower . +1255 970568 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) today in a first-round game at Rosenblatt Stadium in Omaha , Neb . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . +1256 2761996 2761977 The final report on the investigation could take as long as a year , Engleman said at a news briefing . Engleman said the final report on the investigation could take as long as a year . +1257 2768371 2768323 Mr Colpin did not specify whether it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . Neither OLAF nor the Belgian prosecutors have specified if it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . +1258 1040202 1040012 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 18 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.24 percent from 3.17 percent . +1259 2939920 2939978 Doctors had planned to deliver him two weeks early , on or around November 14 . A Caesarean had originally been planned in mid- November , two weeks early . +1260 1712236 1712278 The study indicated that men who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop prostate cancer . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . +1261 1900937 1900992 The Portuguese weather service said Europe 's heatwave was caused by a mass of hot , dry air moving from the southeast . The heatwave was due to a mass of hot , dry air from the southeast , said Mario Almeida of Portugal 's weather service . +1262 781865 781610 The other 24 members are split between representatives of the securities industry and so-called " public " board members . Of the 24 directors who are not exchange executives , half are representatives of the securities industry and half are designated public members . +1263 2369029 2368997 Mr Alibek said : " Our outcomes are very encouraging . " Our outcomes are very encouraging , " George Mason researcher Ken Alibek said . +1264 683153 682794 A spokesman said : " Since November , we have co-operated fully with the police . It added it had " co-operated fully " with police since November . +1265 3085550 3085530 It indicates , Roberts said , " that terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " +1266 1401043 1401108 The traditional Mediterranean diet puts the emphasis on vegetables , legumes , fruits , nuts , cereals and olive oil . The traditional Mediterranean diet contains many components , including a high intake of fruits and vegetables , nuts and cereals , and olive oil . +1267 1077596 1077628 She and her husband left behind two sons : Robert , who was six , and Michael , who was 10 . The couple left behind two boys , Robert , 6 , and Michael , 10 . +1268 619375 619005 Ultimately , she will earn more than the $ 900,000 that Kenny Perry got for winning the PGA Tour event . But she 'll earn more than the $ 900000 ( about R7.5-million ) Kenny Perry got for winning . +1269 89798 89744 The rapper 's lawyer , Mark Gann , didn 't return calls for comment . The 27-year-old rapper 's attorney in the civil matter , Mark Gann , did not return calls for comment . +1270 2529318 2529415 That triggered a 47-hour police standoff that inconvenienced thousands of commuters , as traffic backed up in Downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . +1271 2879435 2879308 The news service reports wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 , according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 . +1272 1438288 1438327 AirTran officials and a Boeing official declined to comment yesterday . Trish York , a spokeswoman for Boeing , declined to comment on the deal . +1273 559882 559542 Agassi is not the only American man through to the third round . Harkleroad was one of five American women who advanced to the third round . +1274 633887 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 to end at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . +1275 779371 779429 The unemployment rate inched up one-tenth of a percentage point from April 's 6 percent to its highest since July 1994 . The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . +1276 1603482 1603561 " She was very affectionate with them , " said Blossom Medley , who also looked after the children . " She loved them so much , " added Blossom Medley , who also looked after Johnson 's foster kids . +1277 425212 425188 By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using DSL . In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . +1278 2954386 2954372 Prof Sally Baldwin , 63 , from York , fell into a cavity which opened up when the structure collapsed at Tiburtina station , Italian railway officials said . Sally Baldwin , from York , was killed instantly when a walkway collapsed and she fell into the machinery at Tiburtina station . +1279 2815702 2815560 Box cutters were used as a weapon by the Sept . 11 , 2001 , hijackers and have since been banned as carry-on items . Box cutters were the weapons used by the 19 hijackers in the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks . +1280 1027439 1027131 " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives , " he said . Asked how his nation felt , he replied : " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives . " +1281 1240329 1240365 From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. " From Justin to Kelly , " a romance starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , bombed with just $ 2.9 million , opening at No. 11 . +1282 1440706 1440758 Veritas will also expand its storage resource management ( SRM ) suite with the Precise StorageCentral software , focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . The first product , StorageCentral , is entry-level storage resource management ( SRM ) software focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . +1283 962147 962243 PeopleSoft 's board of directors has said it will meet soon to consider the Oracle offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . +1284 369222 369272 The new servers will run either Linux or the x86 version of Solaris , he said . The servers can run Solaris x86 operating system or the standard Linux operating system . +1285 2341131 2341082 A few miles further east is Tehuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . A few miles west are the pyramids of Teotihuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . +1286 882056 882696 Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Dr Kelly 's resignation for his handling of allegedly sexually abusive priests . Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Archbishop Thomas Kelly 's resignation for his handling of the crisis . +1287 3165117 3165201 U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 21 others , the military said . U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 99 others during 1,729 patrols and 25 raids conducted over 24 hours . +1288 820929 820902 Both devices implement the v1.2 standard 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for new cordless telephony applications . BlueCore3 also implements v1.2 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for advanced cordless telephony applications for Bluetooth transmission . +1289 1369208 1369178 The first time was in 1999 , when Bashir replaced the former leader of JI , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . The first time in 1999 was when Bashir replaced JI 's former leader , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . +1290 1934435 1934584 Former roommate and teammate Carlton Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged with murder July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . +1291 1721438 1721593 Three other fires in or near the park were contained on Wednesday . Two fires inside the park and one just outside the park were contained Wednesday afternoon . +1292 149519 149417 " The integration is exceeding almost every expectation we set for ourselves , " Mr Roberts said on Thursday . It 's manageable , and the integration is exceeding " almost every expectation we set for ourselves . " +1293 2656347 2656255 The Vatican devised a mini-lift to allow the pope to get on and off helicopters . The Vatican has devised a mini-lift to allow John Paul to board and descend from the helicopter without tackling stairs . +1294 1230767 1230113 Chante Jawan Mallard , 27 , went on trial Monday , charged with first-degree murder . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . +1295 2642526 2642629 Mr. Suen said this evening , after the ruling , that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . Michael Suen , the secretary for housing , planning and lands , said after the ruling that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . +1296 2620066 2620048 Geraldine Andrews , the pastor 's daughter-in-law , said Robinson recently took her daughter out of a mental health facility . Geraldine Andrews , Reynolds ' daughter-in-law and a friend of Wilson 's family , said Robinson had recently taken Wilson out of a mental health facility . +1297 2168028 2168289 Some psychiatrists , Dr. Lieberman among them , noted that other studies of S.S.R.I. ' s in children had also failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . Lieberman and other psychiatrists noted that other studies of SSRIs in children also have failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . +1298 149566 149546 The CWA , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called that excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 a year . The Communications Workers Union , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called the executive pay package excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 annually . +1299 2111185 2111269 In Montana , tensions were high yesterday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an " ugly " forecast : more dry lightning and windstorms . In Montana , tension was high Friday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an ``ugly ' ' forecast : more dry lightning and wind storms . +1300 981498 981540 British Airways ' New York-to-London runs will end in October . British Airways plans to retire its seven Concordes at the end of October . +1301 3201393 3200966 After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . Since posting a $ 3 million bond , Jackson has been keeping a low profile in Las Vegas , where he had been filming a music video . +1302 1852060 1852172 Still , analysts said they were disappointed by the company 's 68 million pretax charge for weather-related and test failure costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . Analysts also said they were disappointed by the company 's $ 68 million pre-tax charge for weather-related and overhead costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . +1303 409963 410012 In addition , UDDI will have to significantly be improved to handle those aspects of SOAs . Even then , UDDI will have to be improved to handle those features . +1304 1247215 1247142 In fresh bloodshed last night , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the Gaza Strip , Palestinian witnesses and medics said . On Sunday , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the northern Gaza Strip . +1305 722337 722091 Get it all out , " says Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm based in New York City . Innocent or not , " she 's damaged goods , " said Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm in New York . +1306 2266280 2266483 Orange shares jumped as much as 15 percent . France Telecom shares dropped 3.6 percent while Orange surged 13 percent . +1307 2706184 2706235 Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and shimmied down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . +1308 809733 809493 They described the abductor as a Hispanic man in his 30s or early 40s , 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5 , weighing about 160 pounds . They described the intruder as being in his 30s to early 40s , from 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5-inches tall , weighing about 160 pounds . +1309 453008 452999 According to Microsoft 's latest proxy report , Ballmer held nearly 471 million shares as of Sept . 9 , 2002 . Mr. Ballmer held a split-adjusted 470.9 million Microsoft shares as of Sept . 9 - second only to Chairman Bill Gates . +1310 1007748 1007879 He said it was a movie " meant to inspire , not offend " . He said yesterday that the film is " meant to inspire , not offend . " +1311 540236 539740 Bush plans to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and the new Palestinian prime minister , Mahmoud Abbas , in the Jordanian port of Aqaba on Wednesday . On Wednesday next week , Mr Bush will meet Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and new Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas in Aqaba , Jordan . +1312 707997 708045 Ultimately , however , Mrs Clinton decided she still loved her husband – although " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . She says she stayed in the marriage because she still loved him , although , " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . +1313 2673409 2673344 At 12 months there was still a difference in function , although it was not a significant one . At 12 months , there was still a difference between the groups , but it was not considered significant . +1314 2201275 2201383 RAAF officers said yesterday a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter-bomber was positioned to intercept the intruder . Air Commodore Dave Pietsche said RAAF controllers had positioned a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter to prepare to intercept the aircraft . +1315 2282250 2282509 They certainly reveal a very close relationship between Boeing and senior Washington officials . The e-mails reveal the close relationship between Boeing and the Air Force . +1316 2405928 2405967 AMD made the announcement on Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . The Sunnyvale , Calif . , chipmaker announced its plans Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . +1317 1605375 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . +1318 2003690 2003706 Shortly after the opening bell , the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 11.13 to 9,228.48 , while the S & P 500 index gained 1.74 to 982.33 . After a weak start , the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the day up 26.26 to 9,217.35 , while the S & P 500 index rose 3 to 980.59 . +1319 1441004 1441007 Shares of Corixa were gaining 71 cents , or 10 % , to $ 7.91 on the Nasdaq . In late-morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market , Corixa was up 74 cents , or 10 % , at $ 7.94 . +1320 284939 284799 Small-business customers paying $ 1,200 to $ 3,200 a year could save $ 60 to $ 120 . Small-business customers paying between $ 1,200 and $ 3,200 a year would save between $ 60 and $ 120 per year , the commission estimated . +1321 1755837 1755939 After the Houston event , Bush returned to his Crawford , Texas , ranch , where he will host Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . +1322 356760 356779 The minister said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-member cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks in Casablanca on Friday night . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . +1323 320900 321056 The WiFi potties were to be unveiled this summer , at music festivals in Britain . The world 's first portal potty was soon to be rolled out at summer festivals in Great Britain . +1324 3130795 3130693 " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose -- of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger said during the benefit at the Fairmont Hotel . " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose - of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger quipped . +1325 2077781 2077849 Dubbed Project Mad Hatter , the Linux-based desktop is being promoted by Sun as a more secure and less expensive alternative to Windows . Designed to compete with Microsoft Corp. , Project Mad Hatter is being positioned by Sun as a cheaper , secure alternative desktop operating system to Microsoft 's various desktop offerings . +1326 1952593 1952523 " It was going to involve others , " said prosecutor Kenneth Karas at a Jan. 30 court hearing , reports the Associated Press . " It was going to involve others , " federal prosecutor Kenneth Karas said at a Jan. 30 court hearing , without further elaboration . +1327 2570361 2570304 It was third time lucky for Hempleman-Adams , 46 , after two previous abandoned attempts to make ballooning history . It was third time lucky for the 46-year-old explorer who twice had to abandon attempts to make ballooning history . +1328 813931 813905 In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom tonight had practically everything one might expect on one of a teenage girl 's most important nights . In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom had practically everything one might expect on one of the most important nights of a teenage girl 's year . +1329 3270859 3270884 A federal grand jury indicted them on Tuesday ; the document was sealed until yesterday to allow authorities to make arrests . Federal officials said the document remained sealed until Thursday morning to allow authorities to make arrests in five Western states . +1330 956229 956090 He has been at UCSD since 1991 and was appointed chancellor in 1996 , after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . +1331 1236789 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close on Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . +1332 1619243 1619310 She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until her death . She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . +1333 2412316 2412239 " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , and tomorrow will come soon . " " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , " added the voice , which signed off giving the date as " mid-September . " +1334 1039561 1039623 Former company chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . +1335 921188 921278 In 2006 , the group says the market will rebound 29.6 percent to $ 21.3 billion in sales . In 2006 , Asia Pacific will report growth of 7.9 percent to $ 81.8 billion . +1336 1692604 1692641 The commission estimates California lost $ 1.34 billion -- the most of any state -- to tax shelters in 2001 . The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . +1337 2221620 2221675 Trading volume was light at 726.40 million shares , but above the 642.73 million exchanged at the same point Wednesday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . +1338 130644 130623 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . Corixa 's stock barely flinched on the news , dipping 12 cents to close at $ 6.88 . +1339 489705 489782 The plan is to convert half of its eight million local phone lines within the next six years . Sprint plans to move half of its 8 million local lines from hard-wired circuits to packet networks in the next six years . +1340 15843 15795 It aims to end 31 months of violence in which at least 2,034 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed . At least 2,036 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed since the revolt began in September 2000 . +1341 2028254 2028633 A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . A spokesman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was under evaluation Tuesday evening in the emergency room . +1342 2498187 2497939 Halabi 's military attorney , Air Force Maj. James Key , denied the charges , which could carry a death penalty . The attorney representing al-Halabi , Air Force Maj. James Key III , denied the charges , according to The Associated Press . +1343 2599788 2599821 The report by the independent expert committee aims to dissipate any suspicion about the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS crisis . A long awaited report on the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS outbreak has been released . +1344 2920498 2920576 The new companies will begin trading on Nasdaq today under the ticker symbols PLMO and PSRC . Also as part of the deal , PalmSource stock will begin trading on the NASDAQ stock market Wednesday under the ticker symbol : PSRC . +1345 1048581 1048632 There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , ' ' said Perry , whose parents are vacationing in North Carolina . " There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , " she said . +1346 316726 316927 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . " They did not ... provide the security that we had requested , " Jordan said in a CBS interview . +1347 1258198 1258286 Avery Dennison estimated second-quarter revenue between $ 1.2 billion and $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . The company estimated second-quarter revenue of $ 1.2 billion to $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . +1348 2428146 2427840 Mehr said police had no way of knowing what Kilpatrick was shooting at when he fired his gun . Mehr said police had no way of knowing who or what Kilpatrick was shooting at with the single shot . +1349 1569822 1569894 If Fortigel , a testosterone gel , had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , Mr. Juelis said . If Fortigel had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , said Richard Juelis , chief financial officer . +1350 1703385 1703692 Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . Powell is serving time in a different case -- killing his landlady in 1982 . +1351 2521033 2521063 But an agency employee lent the tape to a friend , who lent it to Mr. Gonzalez . An ad agency employee gave the copy to a friend , who passed the movie to Gonzalez , prosecutors said . +1352 410868 410807 " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , " producer David E. Kelley said in a statement . " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , including Dylan , " Kelley said Monday . +1353 2791651 2791603 The technology-packed Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dropped 37.78 points , or 1.94 percent , to 1,912.36 . The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . +1354 3047564 3047513 Spinnaker employs roughly 83 people ; NetApp employs 2,400 . Spinnaker employs 83 people , most of whom are engineers . +1355 2601132 2601055 The new analysis found that 32 of the 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer during about 5 years of follow-up . The new analysis found that 32 of 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer in about 5 1 / 2 years of follow-up , including 20 women taking hormones . +1356 1014017 1013977 Prairie dogs sold as exotic pets are believed to have been infected in an Illinois pet shop by a Gambian giant rat imported from Africa . Prairie dogs are believed to have become infected in a pet shop through a Gambian rat imported from Africa . +1357 443834 443762 Of 24 million phoned-in votes , 50.28 percent were for Studdard , putting him 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . Of the 24 million phone votes cast , Studdard was only 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . +1358 3270881 3270858 Thirty-three of the 42 men had been arrested by Wednesday evening , said Daniel Bogden , U.S. attorney in Nevada . Thirty-four of the men have been arrested and the others are being sought , US Attorney Daniel Bogden said yesterday . +1359 1114039 1114186 Hispanics , the fastest growing ethnic group in the US , have overtaken blacks to become the largest minority in the US , according to newly released government figures . Hispanics have officially overtaken African Americans as the largest minority group in the US , according to a report released by the US Census Bureau . +1360 3017926 3017893 The events mark the latest twists in an unfolding scandal involving a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . The charges would mark the latest effort to crack down on a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . +1361 2955842 2955810 The number of lung transplantations also increased from 30 to 64 , and the mean waiting time on the transplant list decreased from 290 days to 87 days . The number of lung transplants also increased from 30 to 64 and the average waiting time for a lung fell from 290 days to 87 days . +1362 56110 56072 Advanced Micro Devices Inc . Tuesday introduced its Athlon MP 2800 + processor for entry-level one- and two-way servers and workstations . Advanced Micro Devices on Tuesday launched its newest Athlon chip for workstations and servers . +1363 1907627 1907410 The University of Louisville also is auditing Shumaker 's expenses while he was president there . Shumaker was the president of the University of Louisville when he was hired by UT . +1364 679656 679570 Though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo isn 't favored today . Even though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo cannot be favored in this match . +1365 468109 467921 As a result of the decision , Brown said CareFirst subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and to international service providers . But if the trademark is withdrawn , subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and international service providers . +1366 716590 716871 Delmon was 5 when Dmitri was drafted with the fourth pick by St. Louis in 1991 . Dmitri Young was the fourth overall selection by St. Louis in the 1991 draft . +1367 2777839 2777963 " Tomorrow at the Mission Inn , I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California . " I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California , and I 'm looking forward to it . " +1368 2629137 2629019 Then it temporarily retracts the hard drive 's read-write head until the system is stabilized again . When such acceleration occurs , the drive 's read / write head gets temporarily parked until the system is stabilised . +1369 2081791 2081773 On Thursday , Long heard arguments from both sides . Judge Elizabeth Long heard arguments in the state case Thursday . +1370 1958080 1958145 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 3.47 points , or 0.36 percent , to 977.59 . The tech-laden Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 8 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,645 . +1371 58745 58542 In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 40.12 , or 0.5 percent , at 8,571.69 , having fallen 51 points Monday . In New York , the Dow Jones industrial average a gauge of 30 blue chip stocks was up 3.29 points or 0.04 per cent to 8,585.97 . +1372 3281508 3281496 The poll shows Bill White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters -- Orlando Sanchez by 35 percent . The latest 11 News / Houston Chronicle Poll shows White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters , far ahead of Orlando Sanchez 's 35 percent . +1373 545374 545445 The government recently shelved peace talks with the MILF , being brokered by Malaysia , after a string of attacks , including three bombings , on Mindanao . The government recently shelved peace talks being brokered by neighbouring Malaysia after a spate of attacks on Mindanao , including three deadly bombings , that it blamed on the MILF . +1374 1784891 1785160 On Monday , Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . +1375 424522 424409 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to those superannuation payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " he said . +1376 1290541 1290505 They found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . About 24 percent of men who took the placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . +1377 684555 684845 He is suspected of being a key figure in Jemaah Islamiyah , the al-Qa 'eda-linked terror group which has been blamed for the bombings . Samudra , 32 , is suspected of being a key figure in the al-Qaida-linked terror group Jemaah Islamiyah , which has been blamed for carrying out the bombings . +1378 1473639 1473500 Mr. Day said that the consequences had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children shunned in their communities . He said the consequences of the rapes had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children they bore , who have been shunned in their communities . +1379 1279777 1279864 The Conference Board reported its U.S. Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 83.5 in June from 83.6 in May . The consumer-confidence index came in at 83.5 in June , down slightly from a revised 83.6 in May , the Conference Board said . +1380 1184765 1184312 A cul de sac with homes burned to the foundation was visible from above . A cul-de-sac with homes burned to their foundations was visible from above . +1381 981820 981912 The billing mix-up , for between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after their legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . The bill , for somewhere between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after the couple 's legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . +1382 547205 547289 His attorney said he is disputing the accusations through the securities dealers association 's hearing process . His attorney , Christopher Wilson , said Young is disputing the accusations through the NASD 's hearing process . +1383 571179 571113 Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . Leading black Democrats in Congress and the national party are protesting the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at the party 's headquarters . +1384 2664077 2664029 Douglas Robinson , a senior vice president of finance , will take over as chief financial officer on an interim basis . Douglas Robinson , CA senior vice president , finance , will fill the position in the interim . +1385 394992 394815 United States State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said : ' It is our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference . " It 's our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference , " US State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said . +1386 2984155 2984099 The same survey a month ago had Street leading Katz 42 percent to 34 percent , with 21 percent undecided . One month ago in the same poll , Katz was leading 46 to 40 percent . +1387 3306046 3306134 A search for three missing teenagers uncovered at least two bodies buried beneath freshly poured concrete in the basement of a house , authorities said Wednesday . Authorities performed an autopsy Thursday on one of three bodies recovered from beneath a layer of freshly poured concrete in the basement of a northwest Indiana home . +1388 2174189 2174194 Amazon also reported that the New York Attorney General 's office had settled civil fraud charges with one of the spoofers it identified . Amazon and the New York attorney general 's office have already settled with one of the alleged e-mail forgers . +1389 1568536 1568623 In the latest violence , insurgents threw a bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing one soldier . Early Monday , insurgents threw a homemade bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing an American soldier . +1390 2801973 2801930 Once converted , BayStar will own an aggregate of approximately 2.95 million shares of SCO common stock or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . The investment gives Larkspur , Calif.-based BayStar more than 2.9 million shares of SCO common stock , or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . +1391 81715 81981 Worldwide , the disease has now infected 6,727 people in 30 countries and caused 478 deaths . The disease has infected 6,583 people in over two dozen countries , WHO said yesterday . +1392 1669792 1669661 " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course and kill country-of-origin labeling , " said Daschle . " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course , " said Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle , of South Dakota . +1393 3190205 3190131 Change will take time , but is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition , chief executive Bob Nardelli said . The change will take time , but Nardelli said it is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition . +1394 773604 773629 The new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by Monday , according to security analysts . Security analysts said the new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by mid-afternoon on Monday . +1395 2480969 2481007 If convicted of the spying charges , he could face the death penalty . The charges of espionage and aiding the enemy can carry the death penalty . +1396 240528 240516 Lucas Goodrum , 21 , of Scottsville was arrested Sunday in the death of Katie Autry , of Pellville . Another Scottsville man , Lucas Goodrum , 21 , had been arrested early Sunday . +1397 1481822 1482025 Ernst & Young admitted no wrongdoing with the settlement . Ernst & Young spokesman Kenneth Kerrigan said the firm admits no wrongdoing . +1398 1246488 1246781 Police said they arrested a man on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorized entry . Mr Barschak was arrested on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorised entry . +1399 1934785 1934804 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , had begun to read the Bible daily . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . +1400 1351687 1351808 Bulger 's brother is now on the agency 's ' '10 Most Wanted ' ' list , sought in connection with 21 murders . Bulger 's brother , a former FBI informant , is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list . +1401 50459 50553 Complicating the situation is the presence of battle-hardened Liberians who have been fighting on both sides . Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . +1402 1462789 1463165 " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . +1403 2635069 2635236 Her lawyer , M. H. Reese Norris , called the decision an injustice and promised to appeal . Scruggs refused to comment as she left the courthouse but her lawyer , Reese Norris , called the verdict an injustice . +1404 1240334 1240329 " From Justin to Kelly , " starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with only $ 2.9 million . From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. +1405 1227467 1227133 Looking to buy the latest Harry Potter ? Harry Potter 's latest wizard trick ? +1406 2920398 2920337 " A more favorable job market was a major factor in the turnaround , " said Lynn Franco , Director of the Conference Board Consumer Research Center . An improving job market was a " major factor , " said Lynn Franco , director of the board 's consumer research center . +1407 2941188 2941130 The veteran rock group 's four-disc DVD set , called Four Flicks and due Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's top sellers . The Stone 's Four Flicks DVD , set to be released Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's best sellers . +1408 1091223 1091259 Compounding the pain for bonds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . Rubbing salt in the wounds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . +1409 2697609 2697286 Her body was found at the foot of a back staircase in the couple 's expensive home in Durham . Kathleen Peterson 's body was found in December 2001 at the bottom of a staircase in the couple 's home . +1410 126035 126126 TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . The damages included $ 24 million in compensatory damages and $ 52 million in punitive damages for IDJ . +1411 2946090 2946111 The euro was at 126.38 / 43 yen little changed from its late U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.60 yen the same time on Tuesday . The euro was around 126.50 yen compared to its late Tuesday U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.30 yen in early Asian trade on Tuesday . +1412 645274 645331 The loss ends the run of four straight Williams vs. Williams major finals , all won by Serena . The loss ends a run of four straight " Sister Slam " major finals — all won by Venus ' sister , Serena . +1413 2209390 2209111 " It just seems like all the issues that we support , he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus of LULAC . " It just seems like all the issues that we support he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus , the league 's director of policy and legislation . +1414 2628322 2628029 Mr. Heatley , who suffered a broken jaw and torn knee ligaments , faces several charges . Heatley underwent surgery Saturday for a broken jaw and an MRI found two torn ligaments in his right knee . +1415 349046 349453 The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with The Matrix Revolutions . " Reloaded " is the second installment of a trilogy ; " The Matrix Revolutions " is slated for debut in November . +1416 1068085 1068129 ONA explicitly stated that it did not receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist network was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " But at no stage did ONA receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " +1417 123084 123108 The body 's hair , sources said , appeared to be blond with dark roots , the same as Aronov 's . The body had blond hair with dark roots , and was roughly the same height and build as the 5-foot-4 Ms. Aronov , the officials said . +1418 1259362 1259583 The state wanted every insurer doing business in California to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing its license to operate in the state . The state wanted any insurer doing business there to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing their license to do business in the state . +1419 2706322 2706237 Selenski descended down the wall and used the mattress to climb over razor wire . Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot razor wire , Fischi said . +1420 2170889 2170991 It added that unless the problems are fixed , " the scene is set for another accident . " Without reform , " the scene is set for another accident " , the report warned . +1421 53868 53892 Canadian officials have agreed to run a complementary threat response exercise . Canadian officials will participate through a command post exercise . +1422 2964167 2964309 " There is the real potential for a secondary collapse , " Gov. James McGreevey said . The damaged area of the garage was not stable , with ``the real potential for a secondary collapse , ' ' McGreevey said . +1423 1933212 1933374 Certain to give Democrats hope was Bush 's hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 percent to 38 percent . In a Bush hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 to 38 percent . +1424 411629 411695 Oracle followed with 33.8 percent of the market and Microsoft came in third with an 18 percent share . IBM ranked second with 24 percent share there , and Microsoft ranked third . +1425 2226542 2226520 Weather forecasters are sending out warnings for heavy rainfall that could wash out the tail end of the holiday weekend . Weather forecasters are warning of heavy rainfall that could wash out part of the holiday weekend . +1426 3119581 3119343 " It seems to me ... we 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman , who heard the case without a jury . " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . +1427 1733042 1733021 In addition , primary care trusts ( PCTs ) were given star ratings for the first time this year . Primary Care Trusts and Mental Health Trusts have also been formally rated for the first time this year . +1428 1088238 1088210 Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected Kodak to earn 68 cents a share for the quarter . +1429 1852616 1852984 For legal purposes , J.P. Morgan and Citigroup neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks did not admit or deny the SEC charges under the settlements . +1430 1605335 1605485 Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day — a glazed doughnut has 4 grams — can increase health risks . Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day can increase the health risk . +1431 1386850 1386805 During 2001 and 2002 , Morgenthau said , wire transfers from just four of Beacon Hill 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . +1432 1627107 1626909 House Democrats are planning a series of town meetings throughout the nation this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . House Democrats plan town meetings this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . +1433 1803308 1803320 Opponents of the ban also are planning a protest rally at City Hall tomorrow at 1 p.m. to coincide with the scheduled start of the state ban . In New York City , opponents of the ban are planning a protest rally at City Hall Thursday at 1 p.m. +1434 2452454 2452645 He left the army for Syria where he received religious training . He moved to Syria , where he underwent further religious training in traditional Islamic beliefs . +1435 3322356 3322132 He fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated and in an inferior position . Sen. Thurmond " never acknowledged his daughter and fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated . +1436 3368666 3368628 Also Wednesday , a minibus detonated a roadside bomb in a Baghdad traffic tunnel , killing two people and wounding two others , hospital officials said . Also today , a bomb explosion in a Baghdad traffic tunnel killed one civilian and wounded two others , Iraqi police said . +1437 2044580 2044599 Buchan responded by first noting that , in crafting the tax relief packages , " the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind . " " In crafting the tax relief packages , the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind , " Buchan said . +1438 1245861 1245663 The Ottoman Dignity will carry the oil to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . The cargo was to be taken to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . +1439 1944635 1944747 Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 as the bad news hit the US market . Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 , as the bad news from the Women 's Health Initiative hit the US market . +1440 660825 660674 Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police used pepper spray and rubber bullets to disperse a downtown march and rally last night by activists protesting an annual police intelligence-training seminar . +1441 2726905 2726864 According to SunnComm 's Peter Jacobs , " MediaMax performs exactly as ' advertised ' to the companies who purchased it . " MediaMax performs EXACTLY as " advertised " to the companies who purchased it , " Jacobs said in the statement . +1442 1257767 1257817 Swartz , indicted in February , had argued that New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . Swartz had sought to have the charges dismissed , saying New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . +1443 114526 114718 Batters faced : Sheets 28 , Vizcaino 2 , DeJean 4 , Clement 26 , Alfonseca 4 , Guthrie 2 , Farnsworth 4 . Batters faced : Franklin 25 , Kieschnick 7 , Foster 2 , Leskanic 3 , DeJean 4 , Prior 28 , Alfonseca 2 , Guthrie 2 , Cruz 7 , Remlinger 6 . +1444 1678501 1678046 Police launched an international hunt for Shevaun Pennington after she ran away with 31-year-old Toby Studabaker Saturday . Shevaun Pennington disappeared on Saturday morning after arranging to meet 31-year-old Toby Studabaker . +1445 2664285 2664187 Then , suddenly , the ONS reported a fresh 0.6 per cent slump in manufacturing output . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . +1446 105896 105906 Qantas issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks yesterday , as the airline warned of more job cuts owing to the ongoing impact of SARS on passenger demand . Qantas yesterday issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks and warned of more job cuts as the continuing affect of the SARS scourge took its toll on passenger demand . +1447 1088243 1088213 The company said industrywide sales of consumer film in China during April and May were nearly half of the amount sold during the same two months a year ago . It said sales of film in China during April and May were about half the amount sold in the year-ago period . +1448 142836 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach had been carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . +1449 3323324 3323339 A Chinese court yesterday jailed two people for life and imprisoned 12 others for organising a sex party involving hundreds of Japanese tourists . A court in southern China yesterday jailed two people for life for organising a three-day sexual romp with hundreds of prostitutes by visiting employees of a Japanese company . +1450 832965 832995 It 's one of the nicer rounds I have ever played and the best chance I have ever had of a 59 . " " That 's one of the nicer rounds I 've ever played , and the best chance I 've ever had for a 59 . +1451 1447826 1447877 The nurse , age 51 , worked at North York General Hospital . The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . +1452 3333313 3333230 Mr. Mask said Mr. Cullen would be taken from the Somerset County Jail by Thursday and moved to the Ann Klein Forensic Hospital just outside Trenton for psychiatric care . Charles Cullen , 43 , was transferred from the Somerset County Jail in Somerville to the Anne Klein Forensic Center , a 150-bed psychiatric treatment facility in Trenton . +1453 2695490 2695609 Ohmer ruled the law warranted further review by the Missouri Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . Circuit Judge Steven Ohmer ruled Friday that the law needed a further review by the state Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . +1454 1602901 1602885 Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with three sham marriages , is also charged with perjury and filing a false instrument . Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with perjury and filing a false instrument in three marriage applications . +1455 2829255 2829229 Muhammad and Malvo , 18 , are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . +1456 899514 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy in Bangkok , were among those targeted , " the Singapore statement said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . +1457 1911842 1911799 A company spokesman declined to comment further Wednesday , and a Redding Medical Center official didn 't immediately return telephone calls . A Tenet spokesman declined to comment Wednesday and a Redding Medical Center official did not return telephone calls seeking comment . +1458 459103 458744 The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . Such was the case Thursday night when the Cleveland Cavaliers won the " LeBron James Lottery , " otherwise known as the NBA draft lottery . +1459 2130737 2130858 The organizers of the University Games , which began Thursday , were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to this week 's summit . The organizers of the University Games were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to a crucial summit in Beijing this week . +1460 3048010 3047982 " Intel will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law , " he added . Intel said it will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law ( define ) . +1461 2046632 2046642 Arthur Benson , attorney for the case 's plaintiff schoolchildren , said he will appeal . An attorney for plaintiff schoolchildren said he plans to appeal . +1462 1501926 1502095 He explained that he found Antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 as a post-doctoral research assistant at England 's University of Bristol . He explained that he found antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 while a post-doctoral research assistant at Bristol University in Britain . +1463 142840 142678 The bodies of some of the dead , pulled out from under the train , were laid out beside the tracks while emergency services brought in wooden coffins . The bodies of many of the dead , pulled from under the partially derailed train , were laid out by the tracks awaiting identification . +1464 46041 45722 " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " he told a packed courtroom during a 45-minute address . " I had no direct interest , and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the operation damaged the state , " Mr. Berlusconi said . +1465 529550 529500 The Winston-Salem , North Carolina company opened six stores during the quarter , bringing the total to 282 . Six new Krispy Kreme stores were opened in the first quarter , bringing the total number of stores to 282 . +1466 1110096 1110150 Such a step could put the issue before the UN Security Council . The matter could then be sent to the U.N. Security Council . +1467 2117310 2117248 Besides Hampton and Newport News , the grant funds water testing in Yorktown , King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . The grant also funds beach testing in King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . +1468 762905 763220 Kim Clijsters reached the French Open final for the second time , benefiting from a little luck Thursday to erase a set point and beating unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . Kim Clijsters also reached the French Open final on Thursday benefiting from a little luck to erase a set point and beat unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . +1469 127941 127710 However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution and due to the substantial price efforts made " . However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution . " +1470 1953419 1953301 The department ordered an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds and a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds . The department ordered a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds , the state 's largest insurer , and an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds , the third-largest . +1471 3325149 3325204 The study was published Thursday in The New England Journal of Medicine ( news - web sites ) . The study was published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . +1472 472552 472962 On Tuesday , the Nikkei Average dropped 107.08 points , or 1.3 percent , to close at 8,120.24 . The Nikkei Average closed up 42.56 points , or half a percent , at 8,227.32 . +1473 147757 147507 Volume was moderate at 827.68 million shares , up from 798.95 million at the same point Tuesday . Volume came to 439.66 million shares , below 450.39 million at the same point Wednesday . +1474 2557333 2557303 A magnitude 8 quake hit the area Friday , setting off a fire in another tank that consumed 188,700 barrels , of crude oil . The magnitude 8 earthquake last Friday gutted another tank , consuming 188,700 barrels of crude oil . +1475 1353340 1353186 " The European Union is basically absent , " said Tito Barbini , regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy . Tito Barbini , a regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy , criticized the absence Tuesday in Sacramento . +1476 327386 327471 The drop in core wholesale prices in April reflected falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boy 's clothes and cigarettes . That was the biggest drop since August 1993 and stemmed from falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boys ' clothes and cigarettes . +1477 1662147 1661890 Yunos allegedly prepared the bombs ' wiring while Al-Ghozi reportedly admitted preparing the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packing the explosives , the prosecutors said . Yunos prepared the bombs ' wiring , and Ghozi admitted that he prepared the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packed the explosives , the prosecutors said . +1478 566629 566455 Veteran entertainer Bob Hope celebrates his 100th birthday - and many years in showbusiness - on Thursday . Hollywood and the world are gearing up to celebrate legendary entertainer Bob Hope 's 100th birthday on Thursday . +1479 919471 919609 Iraq is selling about 10 million barrels of oil that 's currently in storage . Before the war began in March , Iraq pumped about 2.1 million barrels a day . +1480 3124187 3124365 A 114-year-old Japanese woman who had assumed the title of the world 's oldest person last month died Thursday , a spokesperson for Hiroshima city said . A 114-year-old Japanese woman who just weeks ago assumed the title of the world 's oldest person died today , a Hiroshima official said . +1481 243889 244032 So was Edie Falco , the critically praised co-star of " Frankie and Johnny . " Edie Falco was not nominated for " Frankie and Johnny . " +1482 1118215 1118016 All 180,000 DHS employees soon will receive a lapel pin and personalized certificate bearing the seal , DHS said . All 180,000 DHS employees will soon receive a DHS lapel pin and a personalized DHS certificate . +1483 2800415 2800348 Althardt said there was no indication that any of the sick children needed to be hospitalized . The sick children have been staying home and Althardt said there was no indication any had needed to be hospitalized . +1484 2892951 2893002 Hatab suffered a broken hyoid bone , a U-shaped bone that supports the tongue . Hatab suffered broken ribs and a broken hyoid bone , according to Rawson , who is at Camp Pendleton . +1485 1915787 1915766 Until now , sales of the entertainment-oriented PCs have been limited to the United States , Canada and Korea . The computers are currently sold in Canada , the United States , and Korea . +1486 1629043 1629019 A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . The federal standard for ozone is 0.12 parts per million . +1487 1590795 1590946 A Global Crossing spokeswoman and a Pentagon spokesman declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . +1488 2112314 2112367 State Education Commissioner Kent King said Wednesday that the scores on the Missouri Assessment Program tests disappointed him . Missouri Education Commissioner Kent King said he was disappointed by the scores . +1489 2339033 2338985 His mother contacted the Federal Public Defender 's office in Sacramento , which has agreed to handle his surrender , she says . His family approached the federal defender 's office in Sacramento Friday about arranging his surrender . +1490 1732321 1732340 A $ 50 million plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open was offered Tuesday under proposed funding from state officials . Leaders from the city of Detroit , Wayne County and the Detroit Medical Center must still approve a financial plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open . +1491 262371 262926 Dean aides estimated the plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually , and Dean said he would pay for it by eliminating portions of Bush 's tax cuts . Dean said his plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually -- to be paid for by eliminating some of Bush 's tax cuts . +1492 3385862 3385839 Meanwhile , Harrison said , investigators were working through the holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply . Investigators worked through the Christmas holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply , Harrison said . +1493 1346613 1346701 Added Mr. Prodi : " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strengths and our weakness . " " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strength and our weakness and the reality of the world . +1494 2573431 2573609 A jury convicted rapper C-Murder , also known as Corey Miller , of second-degree murder Tuesday night in the shooting death of a 16-year-old in a Jefferson Parish nightclub . Rapper C-Murder has been convicted of second-degree murder , a crime that carries an automatic life sentence , in the shooting death of a 16-year-old inside a Jefferson Parish nightclub . +1495 2024850 2024797 Consolidated operating income for the fourth quarter was $ 570 million , up 26 % from the $ 452 million reported a year ago . Operating income rose 26 percent to $ 570 million from $ 452 million in the same period a year ago . +1496 1559185 1559091 He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold , Moriarty thought . From the top of the embankment , Moriarty thought , " He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold . " +1497 946033 946019 Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . Baz Luhrmann admitted it was a risk , and now the Australian director 's Broadway version of La Boheme will close on June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run . +1498 2851764 2851723 FRIENDS of Robert De Niro yesterday rallied around him after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer . Hollywood actor Robert De Niro has been diagnosed with prostate cancer , his spokesman said today . +1499 269572 269547 Consumer groups are against the changes , saying they hurt individuality in markets . Consumer groups oppose the changes , saying they would concentrate too many outlets in too few media empires . +1500 303693 303371 The bodies of 17 undocumented immigrants who suffocated in a stifling trailer were discovered yesterday at a south Texas truck stop where smugglers had abandoned them . The bodies of 18 illegal Mexican immigrants who died from suffocation and heat exhaustion were discovered on Wednesday in a packed tractor trailer abandoned at a rest stop . +1501 2304383 2304361 If convicted of violating the Truth in Domain Names Act , Zuccarini could face up to four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted under the new law , Zuccarini faces a maximum of four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . +1502 913945 914112 Dewhurst 's proposal calls for an abrupt end to the controversial " Robin Hood " plan for school finance . The committee would propose a replacement for the " Robin Hood " school finance system . +1503 956497 956090 Dynes came to UC San Diego in 1991 after 22 years as a physicist with AT & T Bell Labs . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . +1504 1106208 1106294 Lawmakers at the closed-door hearing focused on the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's chemical , biological and nuclear weapons programs . Lawmakers on the House panel will question intelligence analysts at the closed-door hearing about the factors that went into compiling the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's weapons programs . +1505 897291 897348 This left the Eurotop 300 benchmark about six points off its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . The left the Eurotop 300 benchmark trading just short of its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . +1506 3123765 3123720 One of the 14 Kurds pointed at the word " refugee " in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . +1507 448135 448055 The military said it had killed 12 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , for the loss of six soldiers wounded . The military said it had killed 16 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , with one soldier killed and six wounded . +1508 1928336 1928826 Last year , he made his first foray into public politics , running a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . Last year , he ran a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . +1509 2182439 2182561 Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police officer J.D. Tambe told Reuters , adding 26 of the dead were women . Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police official J.D. Tambe told Reuters . +1510 757743 757631 Two convicted killers and another inmate escaped from a state prison on a busy street Wednesday by cutting through a fence , a Corrections Department official said . A convicted killer and two other inmates cut through two fences topped with razor wire and escaped from a state prison on a busy street . +1511 3266495 3266390 The court case does not include another rule , which also took effect Nov. 29 , that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . The court case does not involve another rule that that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . +1512 1958110 1958079 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 47.9 points , or 0.52 percent , to 9,174.35 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . +1513 2124663 2124696 Mitchell Garabedian , an attorney representing many young men who have claimed they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of the jail death . Attorney Mitchell Garabedian , who represents many young men who say they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of Geoghan 's death . +1514 238742 238426 Leung faces a sentence of up to 50 years if convicted on all counts . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . +1515 1048572 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several families who had hiked up hillsides ahead of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . +1516 952419 952394 The company posted a profit of $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents per share , in the year-ago period . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . +1517 3249177 3249070 Both sets of findings were presented Dec. 1 at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . +1518 246753 246806 Murdoch 's family owns about 30 percent of News Corp. shares . The shares had risen about 16 percent in the past year . +1519 2872719 2872536 Duque arrived with Foale and Kaleri but will return to Earth with Lu and Malenchenko . Duque will return with Lu and Russia 's Yuri Malenchenko when they leave the station next week . +1520 2257636 2257745 The talks , the first involving Washington and Pyongyang since April , had their share of fireworks . The talks were the first meeting between US and North Korean negotiators since this April . +1521 2565147 2565176 The confusion capped a tumultuous week for the list , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . +1522 1952940 1953062 The blaze then spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them . The fire spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them as deputies held back firefighters . +1523 511204 510624 Among those waiting a turn was Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. , anxiously awaited her turn at the microphone . +1524 2447636 2447517 " We can presume that we 've prevented a very large number of infections and some significant amount of clinical disease , " he said . " We have prevented a very large number of infections and a significant amount of clinical disease , " Goodman said . +1525 1363185 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast-cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast created a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . +1526 2357099 2357114 Consumers still would have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . +1527 31099 31002 Wells ’ other series include NBC ’ s ER and Third Watch . Wells ' other series include NBC 's " ER " and " Third Watch . " +1528 62543 62830 Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . The sales leave Mr. Turner with about 45 million shares in AOL . +1529 1771984 1771964 NASA officials are delicately seeking advice on what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces from Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some shuttle parts on display . NASA officials are seeking advice about what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces of the space shuttle Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some parts on display . +1530 673735 673507 Customers can use Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003--available Monday--as a stepping stone to the final release this summer . Customers can deploy Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003 , which is available Monday , as a stepping stone toward the final release , which is due this summer . +1531 635287 635027 Air Canada , the largest airline in Canada and No. 11 in the world , has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . The No. 11 airline in the world , Air Canada has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . +1532 2240133 2240383 Mr. Sweeney outlined plans for the campaign in a speech last night in Philadelphia at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . Sweeney was to outline plans for the campaign in a speech on Saturday night at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . +1533 476702 476605 The fire began about two hours later , the result of an explosion that was likely caused by a steam leak , officials said . The fire began about two hours later after an explosion likely caused by a steam leak , Miami-Dade Police Director Carlos Alvarez said . +1534 3243744 3243690 For the entire season , the average five-day forecast track error was 259 miles , Franklin said . " The average track error for the five-day ( forecast ) is 323 nautical miles . +1535 758152 758693 He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " " I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law , " he said . +1536 1883640 1883973 " Clearly , the debate ( over recent developments ) has had an effect , " says David Smith of the Human Rights Campaign . " Clearly , the debate and the discussion have had an effect , " says David Smith , a spokesman for the Human Rights Campaign . +1537 1692641 1692758 The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . California 's lost tax revenue was mostly due to international corporate tax shelters . +1538 1381338 1380512 These men " are entitled to respect for their private lives , " Kennedy said . " The petitioners are entitled to respect for their private lives . " +1539 2005347 2005797 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . +1540 2015421 2015405 The elderly and those with weakened immune systems are also urged to protect against mosquito bites . But for the elderly and those with weakened immune systems , it can be fatal . +1541 3247313 3247294 Turkish authorities have said all the suicide bombers were Turks . Ankara says all four suicide bombers were Turkish . +1542 306380 306531 Kadyrov was not injured , but four of his bodyguards were among those killed . But Itar-Tass news agency said four of his bodyguards were among those killed by the bomb . +1543 54708 54325 Green wrote , The documents show that in one two-month period , Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to cover losses . Over one two-month period , Newsweek said Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to one casino to cover losses . +1544 3416357 3416291 A subsequent report claimed that Jackson had actually become a member of the Nation of Islam . Mr. Jackson is not Muslim nor a member of the Nation of Islam . +1545 747906 747766 Palm Wednesday announced plans to acquire Handspring , a company started by Jeff Hawkins , regarded by many as the father of the Palm handheld . Palm said on Wednesday it plans to buy Handspring , a company created by renegade Palm co-founder Jeff Hawkins . +1546 1820031 1819733 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates will address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . +1547 2306029 2306518 Declining issues outnumbered advancers nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Advancers outnumbered decliners by nearly 8 to 3 on the NYSE and more than 11 to 5 on Nasdaq . +1548 1834873 1834828 The new system costs between $ 1.1 million and $ 22 million , depending on configuration . The system is priced from US $ 1.1 million to $ 22.4 million , depending on configuration . +1549 2020596 2020482 Monday said it has its first customer for its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License for SCO UNIX Rights . SCO says it has signed the first enterprise customer to its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License . +1550 1048019 1048301 Patients ' rights advocates crashed it by squeezing into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . It was crashed by patients ' rights advocates who squeezed into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . +1551 197690 197747 The dollar fell as low as $ 1.1624 per euro from $ 1.1486 on Friday , and traded at $ 1.1594 at 10 : 15 a.m. in London . The dollar dropped to $ 1.1564 per euro at 7 : 30 a.m. in London from $ 1.1486 on Friday . +1552 1696670 1696696 German prosecutors have ruled out any charges in Germany , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . Studabaker told the court he would not contest extradition and German prosecutors have ruled out any charges here , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . +1553 45966 45982 The trial is entering a crucial stage as Italy prepares to assume the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . The prime minister is poised to take over the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . +1554 355531 355192 " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " Williams said . " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " said U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Cody Williams . +1555 306786 306409 There were conflicting reports about the number of casualties yesterday . There were sharply conflicting reports tonight on the death toll . +1556 1447754 1447624 The first health-care worker in the country to die of SARS was a Filipina-Canadian who contracted the disease at North York General Hospital , the site of the second outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . +1557 129865 129996 Nextel Partners Inc . NXTP.O , which provides wireless phone service , fell 59 cents , or 9.8 percent , to $ 5.41 . Nextel Partners Inc . ( nasdaq : NXTP - news - people ) , which provides wireless phone service , fell 45 cents , or 7.5 percent , to $ 5.55 . +1558 746211 745950 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . +1559 63310 63399 Tennessee officials are setting up relief services and mobile communications in Jackson after power was wiped out in the town . The state is setting up relief services and mobile communications after power was wiped out in the town . +1560 507751 507553 Colin Powell , the Secretary of State , said contacts with Iran would not stop . Secretary of State Colin Powell said yesterday that contacts with Iran would continue . +1561 3119781 3119833 The workers accuse General Dynamics of " reverse age discrimination " because of a change in retirement benefits in 1997 . General Dynamics was sued when it changed its retirement benefits in 1997 . +1562 769308 769141 South San Francisco 's Genentech , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , rose 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . South San Francisco , Calif . ' s Genentech , the world 's No. 2 biotech company , advanced 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . +1563 2168769 2168543 Wyoming and New Mexico both reported two deaths within the past week . Wyoming and New Mexico reported their first deaths from the virus this past week . +1564 1319620 1319756 Net revenue rose to $ 3.99 billion from $ 3.85 billion during the same quarter last year . That is up from $ 1.14 billion during the same quarter last year . +1565 329386 329403 The April decline was the biggest since October , 2001 . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . +1566 1661235 1661308 " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it is not our proposal but I 'm not going to be negative about it " . " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it 's not our proposal , but I 'm not responding to it in a negative way , " he said . +1567 893924 894133 Sources within the racing industry have told the Daily Bulletin that Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . Sources in the racing industry said Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . +1568 3257537 3257439 Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . The latest shooting linked to the spree was a Nov. 11 shooting at Hamilton Township Elementary School in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . +1569 1177406 1177595 Common side effects include nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough , the FDA said . The most common side effects after getting the nasal spray were nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough . +1570 228847 229207 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . +1571 3062267 3062299 The judge said Congress is the best forum for weighing the prescription drug importation issue . The judge said Congress is the best forum to address the high cost of prescription drugs . +1572 228808 229298 NBC will probably end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . +1573 228853 228814 Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple whose children move back home after college . Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple with grown children who won 't leave their lives . +1574 3245018 3244942 And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration does not have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . +1575 2839498 2839484 The European Commission has developed a set of guidelines to help public administrators decide whether to migrate their enterprises to Open Source Software or not . A European Commission initiative has issued guidelines to member governments on how to migrate to open source software on both servers and desktops . +1576 1571097 1571032 Thirty-seven per cent of CEOs who expect stronger profits cited reduced costs as the main reason . In addition , 37 per cent of executives who expect to make more money cited reduced costs as the main reason . +1577 3327716 3327699 Nine seconds later , it broke the sound barrier and continued its steep powered ascent . Nine seconds later , SpaceShipOne broke the sound barrier , the company said . +1578 8570 8599 Aprils unemployment rate is the highest since late last year . Unemployment , at 6 percent , matched the highest since August 1994 . +1579 2218066 2218096 " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " said Matthew Daus , chairman of the commission . " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " Matthew W. Daus , the commission 's chairman , said yesterday . +1580 1451709 1451722 The NLC advised motorists to stay at home and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . It has ordered motorists to stay off the streets and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . +1581 2030916 2030876 The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates at the bar association 's annual meeting here . The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates , who met in San Francisco for the bar association 's annual meeting . +1582 516070 516184 Reacting to Thompson 's attack , Ed Skyler , a spokesman for Bloomberg , said the controller 's statements , " while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . +1583 670903 670585 New chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one priority for David Jones as part of the review process . Newly appointed chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one issue David Jones would tackle as a result of the review . +1584 3091436 3091610 The currency briefly weakened slightly on Monday to trade at 55.34 / 39 , not far from its record low of 55.75 . The currency briefly weakened on Monday morning but rebounded to trade at 55.25 / 29 , little changed from Friday . +1585 3413790 3413772 Its former chief Mickey Robinson was fired for cause when he left in September , the company said . Chief Executive Mickey Robinson was fired for cause in September , the company said last month . +1586 2605131 2605065 Vivendi shares closed 3.8 percent up in Paris at 15.78 euros . Vivendi shares were 0.3 percent up at 15.62 euros in Paris at 0841 GMT . +1587 2157386 2157356 Announcing the selection , Kmart CEO Julian Day said Grey will help the retailer " find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the new America consumer . " Together , we will find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the ' new America ' consumer . " +1588 3368636 3368671 Today 's barrage could have been a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of intensified attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . Kimmitt said the operation was a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . +1589 3387788 3387707 This year the Audubon Society once again hosts its annual Christmas Bird Count . It 's the National Audubon Society 's annual Christmas Bird Count , now in its 104th season . +1590 1528003 1528413 Shiites make up 20 percent of the country 's population . Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . +1591 1934638 1934599 Dotson told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . +1592 3363503 3363476 Micron has declared its first quarterly profit for three years . Micron 's numbers also marked the first quarterly profit in three years for the DRAM manufacturer . +1593 1091684 1091700 The final price will be the lower of a 5 per cent discount to the average trading price over the period or $ 5.50 , the institutional placement price . The final price will be a 5 per cent discount to the volume-weighted average of trading between June 23 and July 11 . +1594 1670090 1670141 The Coast Guard airlifted the survivors to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Wetherell said . Soon after , a Coast Guard helicopter landed and took the men to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Mills said . +1595 2359373 2359454 Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . +1596 617272 617129 " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " said Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal . " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal told the New York Post . " +1597 953683 953742 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged up 13.33 points , or 0.15 percent , to 9,196.55 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 7.75 points , or 0.08 percent , at 9,175.47 . +1598 2874755 2874734 Google 's investors include prominent VC firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Sequoia Capital , the paper noted . Google 's early stage backers in include California-based Stanford University and VC firms Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital . +1599 499144 499197 Since then , Acacia had only had supervised visits with her grandmother , she said . Since then , Acacia has spent little time with her grandmother . +1600 831573 831060 The last month has been a whirlwind for an 18-year-old who led his high school team to the Ohio state championship . The last month has been a whirlwind for the 18-year-old from Akron , Ohio . +1601 477190 477267 It seemed like an isolated incident , " said Ariel Dean of Washington D.C. , who earned a degree in political science . It seemed like an isolated incident , ' ' said graduate Ariel Dean of Washington , D.C. +1602 3198727 3198674 " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " said Steve Baker , an analyst with NPD Group . " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " Baker said . +1603 3376153 3376232 Congratulations on being named Time magazine 's Person of the Year . Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . +1604 769313 769454 A new study , conducted in Europe , found the medicine worked just as well as an earlier disputed study , sponsored by ImClone Systems , said it did . Doctors concluded Erbitux , the cancer drug that enmeshed ImClone Systems in an insider trading scandal , worked just as well as an earlier company-sponsored study said it did . +1605 659409 659543 " People are obviously inconvenienced , " said Dr. Jim Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . +1606 2586306 2586687 " I had never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole court process and the media coverage that has surrounded the case . I never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole process and the media coverage that has surrounded it . " +1607 2627558 2627665 The US will take on Canada in the third-place play-off in Carson on Saturday . The United States will play Canada in the third-place game Saturday . +1608 2930662 2930630 The benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield < US10YT = RR > dipped below 4.20 percent on Tuesday . Prices for Treasury securities also rose , with the yield on the benchmark 10-year note falling to 4.19 percent . +1609 14610 14656 The industry groups non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 during the month , up from Marchs reading of 47.9 . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . +1610 2093893 2093858 Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , MSBlast continued to spread to new computers on Thursday , but the rate of infection has slowed significantly . Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , the MSBlast Internet worm infected more than 300,000 computers since Monday . +1611 1512543 1512569 The nation , Bush said , " will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men . " The United States ``will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men , ' ' he declared . +1612 174279 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > advanced 11 points , or 1.25 percent , to 931 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . +1613 2613351 2613442 Another recent study shows that about 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and an additional 5 million adults have it but do not know it . Another recent study found that 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and another 5 million adults have the condition but don 't know it . +1614 2226521 2226544 A weak cold front could bring thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . As of today , forecasts show a weak cold front bringing thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . +1615 330590 330561 " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Minister of Health Twu Shiing-jer told parliament after he tendered his resignation to the island 's premier . " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Taiwan 's minister of health , Twu Shiing-jer , told parliament after tendering his resignation . +1616 1448384 1448455 An incremental step reported by researchers at the University of California , San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort . The incremental step , reported by researchers at UC San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort to infect mice with the virus . +1617 1954326 1954286 The plan , which Pataki has said is unconstitutional as written , would cost the state $ 5.1 billion over the next 30 years . The plan would cost the state $ 170 million per year over the next 30 years . +1618 364462 364510 U.S. prosecutors have arrested more than 130 individuals and have seized more than $ 17 million in a continuing crackdown on Internet fraud and abuse . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . +1619 899532 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the ISD that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the government said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . +1620 374816 375021 Davey graduated Saturday from Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , with a bachelor of arts degree in religion and philosophy . Davey started attending Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , in 1999 with plans to become a minister . +1621 554638 554534 The pressure may well rise on Thursday , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . +1622 299108 299205 On Monday , as first reported by CNET News.com , the RIAA withdrew a DMCA notice to Penn State University 's astronomy and astrophysics department . Last Thursday , the RIAA sent a stiff copyright warning to Penn State 's department of astronomy and astrophysics . +1623 2565152 2565186 Nottingham found speech is treated unequally because the list applies to calls from businesses but not charities . In that order , Nottingham ruled the do-not-call list unconstitutional on free-speech grounds because it applied to calls from businesses but not charities . +1624 343453 343474 " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete , " Barrett said . " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete " with fast-growing economies such as China and India , Barrett said . +1625 2786510 2786651 Still , revenues from the extra premiums would not be huge . How would the extra premiums be collected ? +1626 3122956 3123183 Some opposition leaders said they would reserve comment until mourning was over , but others called for the immediate withdrawal of troops . Some opposition leaders called for withdrawing troops , but others said they would reserve comment until mourning was over . +1627 1912659 1912526 The consumer group generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue from January to June , 53 % of Citigroup 's profit and revenue . It generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue in the year 's first half , 53 percent of Citigroup 's totals . +1628 987313 987026 Kiernan testified that Seifert had received a gunshot wound to the back . Seifert , he testified , had a gunshot wound in the back . +1629 1575412 1575336 There was no immediate comment from Savage , who did not respond to E-mail requests for an interview . There was no immediate comment from Savage , according to a spokesman at his office in California . +1630 2452553 2452635 Sources say agents confiscated " several " documents he was carrying . Agents confiscated several classified documents in his possession and interrogated him . +1631 331466 331358 In the ensuing gun battle two Palestinian militants were killed and 17 people were wounded . Two 15-year-olds were also killed by Israeli fire and 17 people were wounded , according to the witnesses . +1632 1840733 1840987 " If you have more turnovers , if you 're at the bottom of the league in turnover ratio [ Washington was 29th ] , your chances aren 't good . " If you have more turnovers or you 're in the bottom of the league in turnovers , your chances aren 't very good . +1633 853142 853125 Women who eat potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy may be at risk of triggering type 1 diabetes in their children , Melbourne researchers believe . Australian researchers believe they have found a trigger of type 1 diabetes in children - their mothers eating potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy . +1634 1964852 1964543 ALBANY , N.Y. State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno announced Friday he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer . LBANY , Aug. 8 Joseph L. Bruno , the State Senate majority leader , announced today that he had prostate cancer . +1635 1197054 1196966 " The £ 5m would give BA a considerable return on the £ 5 it originally paid the government for the aircraft . " The £ 5m gives BA a considerable return on the £ 5 they originally paid for Concorde . +1636 3159764 3159741 There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved for the treatment of one subtype representing a minority of cases . +1637 941632 941989 And when asked if he felt regret or guilt about the attack his answer was an adamant " no " . Asked if he felt any regret about theOctober 12 attack , the answer was an adamant " no " . +1638 1367350 1366951 The local people say four Iraqis were killed and four were injured . Witnesses said four Iraqis were killed and 14 injured during the protest and clash with British forces . +1639 1084871 1085208 Veteran stage and screen actor Hume Cronyn died of cancer Sunday . Character actor Hume Cronyn , 91 , died Sunday at his home in Connecticut . +1640 1454437 1454340 Tongue-in-cheek , it recounts incidents where the Chief Executive and his administration let the people of Hong Kong down . Chief executive Tung Chee-hwa doesn 't answer to the people of Hong Kong . +1641 2427943 2427904 The gunman , identified as Harold Kilpatrick Jr . , 26 , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today . " The gunman , 26-year-old Harold Kilpatrick jnr , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today " . +1642 1669438 1669602 Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week . A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . +1643 1118041 1117981 The new department is charged with patrolling borders , analyzing U.S. intelligence , responding to emergencies and guarding against terrorism , among other tasks . They patrol borders , analyze U.S. intelligence , respond to emergencies and guard against terrorism , among other tasks . +1644 3310301 3310210 The broadside came during the recording Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . +1645 1611583 1611548 So in his State of the Union address in January , Bush declared that the British government " has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " In his Jan. 28 State of the Union message , Bush said , " The British government has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " +1646 2011668 2011806 Several witnesses have told the court Bashir heads JI , accused of seeking to create an Islamic state in the region . A number of witnesses have told the court Bashir heads Jemaah Islamiah , accused of wanting an Islamic state in the region . +1647 293974 294012 People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually may be well on their way to hypertension under new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually need to start exercising and eating better , according to new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . +1648 2224728 2224687 A 32-count indictment " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , " U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez said . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . +1649 867353 867420 The jury also found Gonzales guilty of using excessive force by dousing Olvera-Carrera with pepper spray . Gonzales was found guilty of using excessive force by spraying Olvera with pepper spray . +1650 1641945 1642240 The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . There are five ethnic Kurds , five Sunni Muslims , a Christian and a Turkoman . +1651 3193117 3193145 Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America 's innocence . Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America ’ s innocence , giving way to the if-it-feels-good-do-it 1960s and ’ 70s . +1652 2691868 2691958 Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . Yee grew up in the United States and graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . +1653 276533 276461 Militias also attacked local United Nations offices and , according to a United Nations spokesman , have fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . Militias also attacked local U.N. offices and , according to a U.N. spokesman , had fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . +1654 3004426 3004295 Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertsons Inc. bargain jointly with Safeway and locked out their union workers the next day . In a show of corporate solidarity , Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertson Inc. locked out their workers the next morning . +1655 3117712 3117462 When ex-Mepham head coach Kevin McElroy walked into the court to testify , some of the victims ' supporters turned their backs on him . When varsity coach Kevin McElroy walked into the courthouse with his attorney , the crowd turned their backs on him . +1656 104151 104003 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 56.79 points , or 0.67 percent , at 8,588.36 -- its highest level since January 17 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average ( $ DJ : news , chart , profile ) rose 56 points , or 0.7 percent , to 8,588 . +1657 2110363 2110345 SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with " ELF " and other slogans , and another was set ablaze in front of a house , Sgt. Tom Wright said . Several SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with ``ELF ' ' and other slogans , said Sgt. Tom Wright . +1658 3289883 3289845 The number of public WiFi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 to 85,000 by the end of 2004 , IDC said . Wi-Fi will continue to grow : The number of public Wi-Fi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 , to 85,000 by the end of the year , IDC said . +1659 637047 636631 The launch marks the start of a new golden age in Mars exploration . The launch marks the start of a race to find life on another planet . +1660 313967 314114 The family owns Cheetahs strip clubs here and in Las Vegas . The searches were conducted simultaneously with raids on strip clubs in San Diego and Las Vegas . +1661 1151064 1151081 Brendsel and chief financial officer Vaughn Clarke resigned June 9 . The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . +1662 1903325 1903712 Among those awaiting Schwarzenegger 's decision was former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan . A no-go from Schwarzenegger would clear the track for another Republican , former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan . +1663 2944743 2944909 As a precaution , NASA instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects in the station 's Russian module . But NASA has instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects . +1664 3176511 3176542 National City shares were down 15 cents to $ 32.43 on the New York Stock Exchange . National City 's stock ended the day at $ 32.58 , up 9 cents , in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +1665 2688546 2688496 Entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the network 's chokepoints and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . It may be dying because entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the Internet 's choke-points and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . " +1666 3122364 3122262 The village last said sorry in 1993 , when it presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots - which cannibals had tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . In 1993 , villagers presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots — which cannibals tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . +1667 2948400 2948273 " I came basically to Washington to establish relationships and to make sure that we are getting more federal money to California , " Schwarzenegger said after meeting with congressional Republicans . " I came to Washington basically to establish relationships and make sure we are getting more federal money , " Schwarzenegger said after one meeting . +1668 1787945 1787975 Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter , and it ended the quarter with $ 2.2 billion in cash . Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter on a capacity increase of 4.2 percent . +1669 1708624 1708562 The vulnerability affects an interface with RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP port 135 , according to Microsoft . The security hole was detected into the section of RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP , Microsoft explained . +1670 1496702 1496674 Smith , 59 , is charged with fraud for allegedly filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and with gross negligence for allegedly allowing her access to classified materials . Smith , 59 , is charged with filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and allowing her access to classified materials . +1671 2564708 2564917 The proportion of people covered by employers dropped from 62.3 percent in 2001 to 61.3 percent last year . The proportion of Americans with insurance from employers declined to 61.3 percent , from 62.6 percent in 2001 and 63.6 percent in 2000 . +1672 737893 737776 Miss Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but what she did , " Mr Comey continued . " Martha Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but because of what she did , " he said . +1673 3111198 3111209 THE compact disc could be history within five years after scientists invented a replacement the size of a fingertip . COMPACT discs could be history within five years after scientists made a fingertip-sized replacement . +1674 386400 386461 Authorities questioned O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at the self-storage company . Authorities interviewed O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at Customer Storage Rentals . +1675 3253618 3253747 The delay comes on the heels of Boeing Chairman Phil Condit 's resignation Monday . On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . +1676 2130580 2130592 Fighting erupted after four North Korean journalists confronted a dozen South Korean activists protesting human rights abuses in the North outside the main media centre . Trouble flared when at least four North Korean reporters rushed from the Taegu media centre to confront a dozen activists protesting against human rights abuses in the North . +1677 1419079 1418712 GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. Annika Sorenstam drew the crowds , Michelle Wie got the publicity but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. > > Annika Sorenstam and Michelle Wie drew the crowds , but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . +1678 1483520 1483646 Founders of the group are Matsushita Electric , Sony , Hitachi , NEC , Royal Philips Electronics , Samsung , Sharp and Toshiba . CELF 's founding members are Hitachi , Matsushita , NEC , Philips , Samsung , Sharp , Sony , and Toshiba . +1679 1590814 1590976 Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO employee Carl Griver , who used to work for Global Crossing . Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO Chief Executive Carl J. Grivner , who used to be Global Crossing & apos ; s chief operating officer . +1680 3119966 3120204 Roy Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stood accused but unrepentant Wednesday in the same courtroom he recently presided over . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . +1681 3436605 3436675 Faced with these circumstances , Halliburton " is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " Sumner wrote . " KBR is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " the document said . +1682 1549634 1549576 The three-story brick building has apartments on the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Café downstairs . The three-story brick building houses apartments in the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Caf on its downstairs . +1683 1096779 1096224 But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . +1684 2465280 2465088 The teenager was in surgery at a hospital and the extent of his injuries was not available , police said . The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . +1685 1428179 1428273 But a senior State Department official said : " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify . " " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify , " the official said . +1686 1745015 1744908 Yahoo accounts for 159,354 of the BSD sites , with 152,054 from NTT / Verio and 129,378 from Infospace , the survey found . Another 152,054 are from IP services company NTT / Verio , and 129,378 from InfoSpace , the survey found . +1687 968701 968645 First Essex , with $ 1.8 billion of assets , employs about 360 people and operates 11 offices in Massachusetts and nine in southern New Hampshire . First Essex operates 20 banking offices in two counties in Massachusetts and three counties in southern New Hampshire . +1688 1112037 1111841 Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs , said that Kempthorne has " shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection . " Kempthorne has ' ' shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection , ' ' said Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs . +1689 1419980 1420305 Stanford bested a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as 13-year-old phenom Michelle Wie . She did — and then some , besting a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as Wie . +1690 1957182 1957155 But those modest gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of 43,000 jobs in Santa Clara County and 18,000 jobs in the San Francisco-Peninsula-Marin area . But those tiny gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of nearly 62,000 jobs in the Santa Clara County-San Francisco areas . +1691 1959142 1959245 According to law enforcement officials , the person arrested was a known sophisticated hacker . According to law enforcement officials , the individual decrypted passwords on the server . +1692 233102 232964 The stunning art robbery on Sunday was one of the biggest in Europe in recent years . Art historians said it was one of the significant art thefts in Europe in recent years . +1693 1463764 1463865 The new orders index rose to 52.2 percent from 51.9 percent in May . The New Orders Index rose by 0.3 percentage points from 51.9 percent in May to 52.2 percent in June . +1694 2170845 2170948 Bush turned out a statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and said , " Our journey into space will go on . " Mr. Bush did not discuss this when he issued a brief statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and saying , " Our journey into space will go on . " +1695 427090 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared to 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . +1696 2112329 2112377 " I would rather be talking about positive numbers than negative . But I would rather be talking about high standards rather than low standards . " +1697 2211297 2211254 Pataki praised Abraham 's decision , and LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said the cable should be kept in operation permanently . LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said that meant the cable could be used " as we see fit . +1698 3437637 3437279 Mr McDonnell is leading Grant Thornton International 's inquiry into the Italian business . Mr McDonnell wants to establish if the Italian business followed Grant Thornton 's audit procedures . +1699 2746747 2746898 The Tuesday Supreme Court announcement stems from an appeal involving Michael Newdow , a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary schoolchildren , hears the pledge recited daily . The Supreme Court justices agreed to hear an appeal involving a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary school children , hears the Pledge of Allegiance recited daily . +1700 125001 125313 Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or tougher bans . +1701 251333 251101 Immunizing mice with pneumococcusleads tothe generation of antibodies that the researchers think lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . Immunizing mice with pneumococcus means generating antibodies that the researchers believe lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . +1702 3214344 3214663 After Freitas ' opening statement , King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel recessed trial until after the Thanksgiving weekend . King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel will then recess the trial until Monday . +1703 1900475 1900613 He said McKevitt was " the man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands " . McKevitt is a terrorist , a man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands . " +1704 63398 63309 The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 of the state 's 16 fatalities were reported . The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 people were killed . +1705 447341 447413 The Ministry of Defence said that " an investigation is being conducted into allegations that have been made against a British officer who was serving in Iraq " . The Ministry of Defence said yesterday : “ We can confirm that an investigation is being conducted into allegations surrounding a British officer who served in Iraq . +1706 2799036 2799108 Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if he did not return , the witness testified . Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if anything happened to him as a result of his trip , the witness said . +1707 1860144 1860423 Florida Sen. Bob Graham was not identifiable by 61 percent of those polled . Kerry was viewed favorably by 66 percent of those polled ; Dean at 57 percent . +1708 3443605 3443540 That kept the records sealed as Limbaugh 's attorneys prepared to file an appeal . A day later , Winikoff sealed the records again to give Limbaugh 's attorneys time to appeal . +1709 2426916 2427018 States of emergency were declared in all four states as well as West Virginia , Delaware , New Jersey and Washington DC . States of emergency were declared in North Carolina , Virginia , Washington DC , Maryland , West Virginia , Delaware , Pennsylvania and New Jersey . +1710 2397052 2397452 At midnight on Wednesday , 68 percent of voters said " no " to the tax , with 97 percent of the votes counted . With 97 percent of precincts counted tonight , 68 percent of voters opposed the tax . +1711 454259 454303 PwC itself paid $ 5m last year over alleged violations of independence rules . In July 2002 , PWC paid $ 5 million to settle alleged violations of auditor independence rules . +1712 3280084 3280180 The addition of the house shooting expands the investigation area east by two miles , with the police now examining a seven-mile section of the freeway . The house shooting expands the investigation area east by three kilometres , with the police now examining an 11-kilometre section of the freeway . +1713 2845121 2845371 He planned to stay all day until the river crested , which was forecast for late last night . He and the other lawyers planned to stay until the river starts receding . +1714 1499455 1499343 Remaining shares will be held by QVC 's management . Members of the QVC management team hold the remaining shares . +1715 716902 716604 The New York Yankees took third baseman Eric Duncan from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey with the 27th pick . The Yankees selected Eric Duncan , a third baseman from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey , with the 27th pick . +1716 1670781 1670669 Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in San Jose , and authorities said they expected him back in New Hampshire on Tuesday . Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in Santa Clara County Superior Court in San Jose and was expected Tuesday in New Hampshire . +1717 912454 912640 " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , " said Silver . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley , ' ' the Silver statement said . " +1718 692248 692178 Crews worked to install a new culvert and prepare the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel as storm clouds threatened to dump more rain . Crews worked to install a new culvert and repave the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel . +1719 1917207 1917187 The deal , approved by both companies ' board of directors , is expected to be completed in the third quarter of Nvidia 's fiscal third quarter . The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . +1720 2685984 2686122 After Hughes refused to rehire Hernandez , he complained to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission . Hernandez filed an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaint and sued . +1721 339215 339172 There are 103 Democrats in the Assembly and 47 Republicans . Democrats dominate the Assembly while Republicans control the Senate . +1722 2996850 2996734 Bethany Hamilton remained in stable condition Saturday after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . +1723 2095781 2095812 Last week the power station ’ s US owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . +1724 2136244 2136052 Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! 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On June 10 , the ship 's owners had published an advertisement on the Internet , offering the explosives for sale . +0 3344667 3344648 Around 0335 GMT , Tab shares were up 19 cents , or 4.4 % , at A $ 4.56 , having earlier set a record high of A $ 4.57 . Tab shares jumped 20 cents , or 4.6 % , to set a record closing high at A $ 4.57 . +1 1236820 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . +1 738533 737951 Revenue in the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . With the scandal hanging over Stewart 's company , revenue the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . +0 264589 264502 The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 on Friday . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite .IXIC rallied 30.46 points , or 2.04 percent , to 1,520.15 . +1 579975 579810 The DVD-CCA then appealed to the state Supreme Court . The DVD CCA appealed that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court . +0 3114205 3114194 That compared with $ 35.18 million , or 24 cents per share , in the year-ago period . Earnings were affected by a non-recurring $ 8 million tax benefit in the year-ago period . +0 222621 222514 Shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , rose more than 2 percent . Shares of Xoma fell 16 percent in early trade , while shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , were up 2 percent . +0 3131772 3131625 Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won overwhelming House approval in March . Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won speedy , House approval in March and was endorsed by the White House . +0 58747 58516 The Nasdaq composite index increased 10.73 , or 0.7 percent , to 1,514.77 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . +1 1464126 1464107 But he added group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . De Sole said in the results statement that group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . +1 771416 771467 He told The Sun newspaper that Mr. Hussein 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum . " Saddam 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum -- especially the schools , " he told The Sun . +0 142746 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach was carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . +0 1286053 1286069 Rudder was most recently senior vice president for the Developer & Platform Evangelism Business . Senior Vice President Eric Rudder , formerly head of the Developer and Platform Evangelism unit , will lead the new entity . +0 1563874 1563853 As well as the dolphin scheme , the chaos has allowed foreign companies to engage in damaging logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . Internal chaos has allowed foreign companies to set up damaging commercial logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . +1 2150265 2150184 Sheena Young of Child , the national infertility support network , hoped the guidelines would lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . Sheena Young , a spokesman for Child , the national infertility support network , said the proposed guidelines should lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . +0 2044342 2044457 " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " he said , adding the growth could replace jobs lost . " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " said Mankiw . +1 1284150 1284173 The new Finder puts a user 's folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location , providing one-click access . Panther 's redesigned Finder navigation tool puts a user 's favourite folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location . +1 3270389 3270327 But tropical storm warnings and watches were posted today for Haiti , western portions of the Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turk and Caicos islands . Tropical storm warnings were in place Thursday for Jamaica and Haiti and watches for the western Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos islands . +1 2294059 2294112 A federal magistrate in Fort Lauderdale ordered him held without bail . Zuccarini was ordered held without bail Wednesday by a federal judge in Fort Lauderdale , Fla . +0 1713015 1712982 A BMI of 25 or above is considered overweight ; 30 or above is considered obese . A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal , over 25 is considered overweight and 30 or greater is defined as obese . +1 1321918 1321644 Six months ago , the IMF and Argentina struck a bare-minimum $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal that expires in August . But six months ago , the two sides managed to strike a $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal , which expires in August . +1 1239046 1239031 Inhibited children tend to be timid with new people , objects , and situations , while uninhibited children spontaneously approach them . Simply put , shy invividuals tend to be more timid with new people and situations . +1 2907515 2907224 I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , he said Sunday inside the Grand Central concourse . " I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , " Tunick said Sunday . +0 2791650 2791604 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > fell 10.75 points , or 1.02 percent , to 1,039.32 . The S & P 500 index was up 1.26 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,039.32 after sinking 10.75 yesterday . +0 2559762 2559517 Duque will return to Earth Oct. 27 with the station 's current crew , U.S. astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . Currently living onboard the space station are American astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . +1 105493 105432 Singapore is already the United States ' 12th-largest trading partner , with two-way trade totaling more than $ 34 billion . Although a small city-state , Singapore is the 12th-largest trading partner of the United States , with trade volume of $ 33.4 billion last year . +1 14663 14617 The largest gains were seen in prices , new orders , inventories and exports . Sub-indexes measuring prices , new orders , inventories and exports increased . +1 1692902 1692851 Trading in Loral was halted yesterday ; the shares closed on Monday at $ 3.01 . The New York Stock Exchange suspended trading yesterday in Loral , which closed at $ 3.01 Friday . +0 1480561 1480670 Earnings per share from recurring operations will be 13 cents to 14 cents . That beat the company 's April earnings forecast of 8 to 9 cents a share . +1 3089434 3089441 He plans to have dinner with troops at Kosovo 's U.S. military headquarters , Camp Bondsteel . After that , he plans to have dinner at Camp Bondsteel with U.S. troops stationed there . +1 2538111 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . ( JCP ) and Walgreen Co . ( WAG ) kick things off on Monday . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . +1 1341941 1341915 Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . He added that prosecutors will seek the death penalty . +1 374967 375017 Last year the court upheld Cleveland 's school voucher program , ruling 5-4 that vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents a choice of religious and secular schools . Last year , the court ruled 5-4 in an Ohio case that government vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents with choices among a range of religious and secular schools . +0 2321401 2321455 He beat testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain . Armstrong , 31 , battled testicular cancer that spread to his brain . +1 1356545 1356676 Sorkin , who faces charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice and lying to a grand jury , was to have been tried separately . Sorkin was to have been tried separately on charges of conspiracy and lying to a grand jury . +0 2198036 2198094 Graves reported from Albuquerque , Villafranca from Austin and Ratcliffe from Laredo . Pete Slover reported from Laredo and Gromer Jeffers from Albuquerque . +1 921159 921272 The US chip market is expected to decline 2.1 percent this year , then grow 15.7 percent in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . +1 740726 739960 The group will be headed by State Department official John S. Wolf , who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . The group will be headed by John S. Wolf , an assistant secretary of state who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . +0 284798 284937 The commission must work out the plan 's details , but the average residential customer paying $ 840 a year would get a savings of about $ 30 annually . An average residential customer paying $ 840 a year for electricity could see a savings of $ 30 annually . +1 1041293 1041421 The company has said it plans to restate its earnings for 2000 through 2002 . The company had announced in January that it would have to restate earnings for 2002 , 2001 and perhaps 2000 . +1 2630545 2630577 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . PEP.N were likely to be in the spotlight . Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . +1 1014977 1014962 " The result is an overall package that will provide significant economic growth for our employees over the next four years . " " The result is an overall package that will provide a significant economic growth for our employees over the next few years , " he said . +1 2674986 2674800 The songs are on offer for 99 cents each , or $ 9.99 for an album . The company will offer songs for 99 cents and albums for $ 9.95 . +1 2193346 2193362 However , the talk was downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow accretive . The talk , however , has been downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow-accretive . +1 149798 149596 Comcast Class A shares were up 8 cents at $ 30.50 in morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The stock rose 48 cents to $ 30 yesterday in Nasdaq Stock Market trading . +1 213302 213135 The Washington Post said Airlite would shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president ’ s appearance . The plant plans to shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president 's appearance , Crosby said . +0 1963350 1963106 A former teammate , Carlton Dotson , has been charged with the murder . His body was found July 25 , and former teammate Carlton Dotson has been charged in his shooting death . +1 3035675 3035707 Several of the questions asked by the audience in the fast-paced forum were new to the candidates . Several of the audience questions were new to the candidates as well . +1 622300 622384 Meanwhile , the global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll from SARS was at least 767 , with more than 8,300 people sickened since the virus first appeared in southern China in November . +0 962311 962987 The battles marked day four of a U.S. sweep to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . Twenty-seven Iraqis were killed , pushing the number of opposition deaths to about 100 in a U.S. operation to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . +0 2506257 2506206 The women then had follow-up examinations after five , 12 and 24 years . The women had follow-up examinations in 1974-75 , 1980-81 and 1992-93 , but were not asked about stress again . +0 221038 221083 The Embraer jets are scheduled to be delivered by September 2006 . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . +1 1097577 1097664 Contrary to what PeopleSoft management would have you believe , Oracle intends to fully support PeopleSoft customers and products for many years to come . " Ellison said that contrary to the contentions of PeopleSoft management , Oracle intends to " fully support PeopleSoft customers and products " for many years to come . +0 218017 218035 Application Intelligence will be included as part of the company 's SmartDefense application , which is included with Firewall-1 . The new application intelligence features will be available June 3 and are included with the SmartDefense product , which comes with FireWall-1 . +0 2277501 2277502 American Masters : Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin ( Wed . Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " +1 423245 423228 The downtime , to take place in May and June , is expected to cut production by 60 million to 70 million board feet . The downtime is expected to take 60 million to 70 million board feet out of the companys system . +1 1336931 1336883 On July 3 , Troy is expected to be sentenced to life in prison without parole . Troy faces life in prison without parole at his July 30 sentencing . +1 2208366 2208492 The University of Michigan released a new undergraduate admission process Thursday , dropping a point system the U.S. Supreme Court found unconstitutional in June . The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . +1 2405153 2405189 The processors were announced in San Jose at the Intel Developer Forum . The new processor was unveiled at the Intel Developer Forum 2003 in San Jose , Calif . +0 3334905 3334946 The Justice Department filed suit Thursday against the state of Mississippi for failing to end what federal officials call " disturbing " abuse of juveniles and " unconscionable " conditions at two state-run facilities . The Justice Department filed a civil rights lawsuit Thursday against the state of Mississippi , alleging abuse of juvenile offenders at two state-run facilities . +1 1641162 1641062 It said the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gasses to penetrate the ship 's thermal armor during Columbia 's ill-fated reentry . The document says the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gases to penetrate Columbia 's thermal armour during its fatal re-entry . +1 244062 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength _ and getting seven Tony nominations _ was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , " Long Day 's Journey Into Night . " Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " +1 2070455 2070493 But Secretary of State Colin Powell brushed off this possibility Wednesday . Secretary of State Colin Powell last week ruled out a non-aggression treaty . +1 1996069 1996101 Thomas and Tauzin say , as do many doctors , that the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . Like many doctors , Mr. Thomas and Mr. Tauzin say the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . +1 23807 23792 Based on experience elsewhere , it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , he added . U.S. military officials have said it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , based on experiences elsewhere in the world . +1 1211287 1210972 The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions around the world , received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration yesterday . The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions of Americans , received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday . +1 2512758 2512692 FBI agents arrested a former partner of Big Four accounting firm Ernst & Young ERNY.UL on criminal charges of obstructing federal investigations , U.S. officials said on Thursday . A former partner of accountancy firm Ernst & Young was yesterday arrested by FBI agents in the US on charges of obstructing federal investigations . +0 3183829 3183863 Kelly will begin meetings with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov in Washington on Monday . Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov said in Moscow Tuesday a firm date would be fixed by this months end . +1 3257588 3257537 The latest shooting linked to the spree was a November 11 shooting at Hamilton Central Elementary School in Obetz , about 3km from the freeway . Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . +0 1321343 1321577 The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended down 128 points , or 1.4 % , at 9073 , while the Nasdaq fell 34 points , or 2.1 % , to 1610 . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 3.90 , or 0.04 percent , at 9,113.75 , having gained 36.90 on Tuesday . +1 2560856 2560808 PDC will also almost certainly fan the flames of speculation about Longhorn 's release . PDC will also almost certainly reignite speculation about release dates of Microsoft 's new products . +1 2728434 2728420 Sales - a figure watched closely as a barometer of its health - rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts had predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . +1 3277643 3277659 NEC is pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including health care and hospitality . NEC 's pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including healthcare and hospitality , a company spokesman said . +1 2621134 2621174 Elena Slough , considered to be the nation 's oldest person and the third oldest person in the world , died early Sunday morning . ELENA Slough , considered to be the oldest person in the US and the third oldest person in the world , has died . +1 2529661 2529575 " We are declaring war on sexual harassment and sexual assault . " We have declared war on sexual assault and sexual harassment , " Rosa said . +0 953744 953727 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . +0 1268733 1268445 The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . +1 304482 304430 El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers fiercely resisted the army assault this morning , firing Kalashnikov rifles . El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers put up fierce resistance during the army assault , firing Kalashnikov rifles . +0 472952 472535 But Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) declined 3,000 yen , or 0.65 percent , to 456,000 yen . Sumitomo Mitsui Financial ( JP : 8316 : news , chart , profile ) was down 2.5 percent at 198,000 yen . +0 3119349 3119343 " We 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses . " " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . +1 224868 225233 Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . Shares of Hartford were up $ 2.28 , or 5.2 percent , to $ 45.90 in midday trading . +0 2678208 2678191 This Palm OS smart phone is the last product the company will release before it becomes a part of palmOne . This was almost certainly its last full quarter before the company becomes a part of Palm . +0 1177915 1178039 And they think the protein probably is involved in the spread of other forms of cancer . They researchers say the research could be relevant to other forms of cancer . +1 129193 129302 Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , won approval to restart the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after it admitted falsifying inspection reports . Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , restarted the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after admitting it falsified inspection reports . +1 2843951 2843930 Tuition at four-year private colleges averaged $ 19,710 this year , up 6 percent from 2002 . For the current academic year , tuition at public colleges averaged $ 4,694 , up almost $ 600 from the year before . +0 1849508 1849367 Security lights have also been installed and police have swept the grounds for booby traps . Security lights have also been installed on a barn near the front gate . +1 2624848 2624568 He said that with the U.S.-backed peace plan , or road map , “ in a coma , ” the attack could easily widen conflict through the region . Mr Jouejati said that with the US-backed road map " in a coma " the attack could easily widen through the region . +1 2293340 2293455 A successful attack could be launched within any type of document that supports VBA , including Microsoft Word , Excel or PowerPoint . But this could happen with any document format that supports VBA , including Word , Excel or PowerPoint . +1 2750203 2750153 Officials at Brandeis said this was an " extremely heartrending " time for the campus . " This is an extremely heartrending time for the entire Brandeis University community . +0 2622625 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . +1 1946553 1946598 Fewer than a dozen FBI agents were dispatched to secure and analyze evidence . Fewer than a dozen FBI agents will be sent to Iraq to secure and analyze evidence of the bombing . +1 2216702 2216672 Those who only had surgery lived an average of 46 months . For those who got surgery alone , median survival was 41 months . +1 742090 742015 Tonight a spokesman for Russia 's foreign ministry said the ministry may issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on cooperation with Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . Tonight a spokesman for the Russian Foreign Ministry said it might issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on aiding Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . +1 1795859 1795818 A day earlier , a committee appointed by reformist President Mohammad Khatami called for an independent judicial inquiry into Kazemi 's death . A day earlier , a committee appointed by President Mohammad Khatami had called for an independent inquiry into the 54-year-old photojournalist 's death . +1 2592956 2592914 The suite comes complete with a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation software and other components , while continuing its tradition of utilizing an XML-based file format . The suite includes a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation application ( analogous to PowerPoint ) , and other components -- all built around the XML file format . +1 2845442 2845257 Downstream at Mount Vernon , the Skagit River was expected to crest at 36 feet -- 8 feet above flood stage -- tonight , Burke said . The Skagit was expected to crest during the night at 38 feet at Mount Vernon , 10 feet above flood stage , the National Weather Service said . +0 2305958 2306072 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 18.25 points , or 0.19 percent , to 9,586.71 . +0 2156094 2155607 The Nasdaq composite index inched up 1.28 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,766.60 , following a weekly win of 3.7 percent . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . +1 758342 758501 Physicians who violate the ban would be subject to fines and up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +0 869467 869240 Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . +1 1465425 1464865 For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2.5 . +0 223008 222987 The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . +1 1168132 1167672 Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but it also would apply to doctors providing other services , such as prenatal care , to a pregnant child under 16 . Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but later his office said it also would apply to doctors providing services such as prenatal care to pregnant girls under 16 . +1 1634651 1634798 The United Nations ' International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the allegation after the dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . The International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the uranium assertions after London 's dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . +1 2189818 2189911 Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle 's reentry rushed into the damaged wing , " there was no possibility for crew survival , " the board said . Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle ’ s re-entry rushed into the damaged wing , ‘ ‘ there was no possibility for crew survival , ’ ’ the board said . +1 995311 995560 " The free world and those who love freedom and peace must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he told reporters as he emerged from a church service . " It is clear that the free world , those who love freedom and peace , must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he said . +0 554534 554959 The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . The pressure may well rise today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . +1 14874 14831 Powell fired back : " He 's accusing the president of a ludicrous act , " he said . If so , Powell said , he 's calling the president ludicrous , too . +1 317570 317290 The memo on protecting sales of Windows and other desktop software mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . The memo specifically mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . +1 84518 84541 Also Tuesday , the United States also released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would soon be let go . Meanwhile in southern Iraq , the United States released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would be let go soon . +0 706709 706766 The resulting lists led toa CBS special , AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains , hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger . A prime-time special on the list , " AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains " aired Tuesday on CBS . +0 2086071 2086118 Police warned residents on Friday not to travel alone and to avoid convenience stores and service stations stores at night . Police advised residents Friday not to travel alone to convenience stores and to be watchful . +1 2521336 2521360 " We had nothing to do with @ Stake 's internal personnel decision , " Microsoft spokesman Sean Sundwell said . " Microsoft had absolutely nothing to do with AtStake 's internal personnel decision , " Sundwall said . +1 3264615 3264641 Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time of the anthrax attacks . Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time that real anthrax attacks were killing people in 2001 . +1 262374 262921 His plan would cost more than $ 200 billion annually , which Gephardt would pay for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . His plan would cost over $ 200 billion annually and be paid for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . +1 2939925 2939981 There had been fears that the 35 year-old wouldn 't be able to conceive after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . There were fears that Heather would never have children after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . +0 2810464 2810247 On Friday , the Food and Drug Administration approved the use of silicone breast implants with conditions . The drug was approved for use Friday by the Food and Drug Administration . +1 2031076 2031038 Prosecutors said Paracha , if convicted , could face at least 17 years in prison . Paracha faces at least 17 years in prison if convicted . +1 27639 27668 More than half of the songs were purchased as albums , Apple said . Apple noted that half the songs were purchased as part of albums . +0 143800 143664 The ECB has cut interest rates six times over that period , from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent . The ECB has cut rates from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent in that period . +1 1909408 1909429 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . Brian Halla , CEO of NatSemi , claimed the deal made sense for both companies . +1 3034583 3034604 Smugglers in a van chased down a pickup and SUV carrying other smugglers and illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . People in a van opened fire on a pickup and SUV believed to be transporting illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . +1 1257820 1257777 Tyco later said the loan had not been forgiven , and Swartz repaid it in full , with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . Tyco has said the loan was not forgiven , but that Swartz fully repaid it with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . +1 2706551 2706185 While Bolton apparently fell and was immobilized , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . +0 2975580 2975607 The loonie , meanwhile , continued to slip in early trading Friday . The loonie , meanwhile , was on the rise again early Thursday . +1 813945 813925 Ms. Haque , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cellphone with the smiley faces organizing the prom . Fatima , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cell phone organizing the prom . +1 2851677 2851855 But he added that the New York-based actor and producer is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " But he added that De Niro is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " +1 895812 895754 While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost less than $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run significantly more than $ 100 . While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost under $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run well over $ 100 . +1 2534473 2534504 She estimated it would take three months and would require cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . She said it would take an estimated three months to conduct and require the cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . +0 1487731 1487197 Arison said Mann may have been one of the pioneers of the world music movement and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . Arison said Mann was a pioneer of the world music movement -- well before the term was coined -- and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . +1 3285348 3285324 The virus kills roughly 36,000 people in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . Complications from flu kill roughly 36,000 Americans in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . +1 424071 424093 In two new schemes , people posing as IRS representatives target families of armed forces members and e-mail users . Two new schemes target families of those serving in the military and e-mail users . +0 1677100 1677041 Wim Wenders directed a widely praised film of the same name , based on the sessions . A widely praised film of the same name was directed by Wim Wenders . +1 2404345 2404222 Miss Novikova said while there is no standard weight for ballerinas , Miss Volochkova is ' bigger than others ' . Commenting on the firing today , Ms. Novikova said that there was no standard weight for ballerinas but that Ms. Volochkova " is bigger than others . " +1 2485432 2485492 Both have aired videotapes of ex-president Saddam Hussein encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation of Iraq . Both have aired videotapes apparently from deposed Iraqi President Saddam Hussein , encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation . +1 981097 981018 Under the program , U.S. officials work with foreign port authorities to identify , target and search high-risk cargo . Under the program , US officials work with foreign port authorities to seek out high-risk cargo before it can reach the United States . +1 2607361 2607320 And if we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die , too . " Crews are told : " If we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die " , he said . +1 218896 219064 " It 's probably not the easiest time to take over the shuttle program , " he added , " but I look forward to the challenge . " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . +1 313947 313222 As a result , Nelson now faces up to 10 years ' jail instead of life . The verdict means Nelson faces up to 10 years in prison rather than a possible life sentence . +1 434842 434929 With all precincts reporting , Fletcher — a three-term congressman from Lexington — had an overwhelming 57 percent of the vote . With all precincts reporting , Fletcher had 88,747 votes , or 57 percent of the total . +0 3301764 3301492 " His progress is steady , he 's stable , he 's comfortable , " Jack said Tuesday afternoon . " His progress is steady , he is stable , " said Dr Jack . +1 2895172 2895264 Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB intelligence service , the domestic successor to the Soviet KGB . Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB domestic intelligence service . +1 386627 386521 She claimed all the babies were born full-term and died within hours , he said . " What she told our investigators was that all the babies were born full-term and then died within hours , " Hughes said . +1 3440566 3440416 French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin was scheduled to arrive Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday . The French Foreign Minister , Dominique de Villepin , is also expected to attend . +1 853127 853144 They believe the same is true in humans , giving a 30 per cent higher risk of the disease . The researchers believe the same is true in humans , translating to a 30 per cent greater risk of the disease . +0 146481 146276 Total sales for the period declined 8.0 percent to $ 1.99 billion from a year earlier . Wal-Mart said sales at stores open at least a year rose 4.6 percent from a year earlier . +1 1053869 1053207 U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of the events which thrust her into the public spotlight . U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of of the events -- including a police conspiracy to discredit her -- which thrust her into the public spotlight . +1 1026659 1026185 The Saudi newspaper Okaz reported Monday that suspects who escaped Saturday 's raid fled in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca Sunday afternoon . The newspaper Okaz reported that the six suspects arrested Sunday fled the raid in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca . +1 1341925 1342201 Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , did not answer his phone Wednesday afternoon . Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , was not available for comment . +1 2663667 2663623 In Canada , the booming dollar will be in focus again as it tries to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . In Canada , the surging dollar was in focus again as it struggled and just failed to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . +1 2305924 2305736 They are tired of paying the high cost of CDs and DVDs and prefer more flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . " Consumers , tired of paying high prices for CDs and DVDs , are looking for flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . +1 960466 960881 " The bolt catcher is not as robust as it is supposed to be , " the board 's chairman , retired Adm. Hal Gehman , said . " The bolt catcher is not as robust " as it should be , said retired Navy Admiral Harold W. Gehman Jr . , the board chairman . +1 356759 356778 The Interior Minister , Al Mustapha Sahel , said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . +1 2949437 2949407 The report was found Oct. 23 , tucked inside an old three-ring binder not related to the investigation . The report was found last week tucked inside a training manual that belonged to Hicks . +0 1651582 1651639 Among Fox viewers , 41 percent describe themselves as Republicans , 24 percent as Democrats and 30 percent as Independents . Among CNN viewers , 29 percent said they were Republicans and 36 percent called themselves conservatives . +1 3088078 3087945 Muslim immigrants have used the networks - which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail - to send cash to their families overseas . Muslim immigrants have used the networks _ which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail _ to send stashes of cash overseas to their families . +1 1032643 1032617 Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a Mexican citizen who lives in Harlingen . Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a citizen of Mexico residing in the border city of Harlingen , Texas . +1 1750630 1750716 " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Muqtada al Sadr said in a sermon at a mosque . " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . +1 2891280 2891366 Mrs Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family car to work , so his wife and children had to ride with neighbours . Mrs. Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family 's only car to work , so she and the children had to catch a ride with neighbors . +1 2866295 2866282 Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma today cut short a visit to Latin America as a bitter border wrangle between Ukraine and Russia deteriorates further . The dispute has led Ukrainian president Leonid Kuchma to cut short a state visit to Latin America . +1 822517 822439 For the weekend , the top 12 movies grossed $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from the same weekend a year earlier . The overall box office soared , with the top 12 movies grossing $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from a year ago . +1 1502941 1502927 Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after President Bush ( news - web sites ) proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after U.S. President George W. Bush proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . +1 1243593 1243934 " Nobody really knows what happened except me and that guard , " Kaye said , " and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen . " " Nobody really knows what happened there except for me and the guard , and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen , " Kaye said . +0 130656 130644 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 as of 3 : 59 p.m. Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . +1 221462 221512 At the time federal investigators were looking into how CFSB allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . A federal grand jury and the Securities and Exchange Commission were looking into how the company allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . +0 1632415 1632603 Qanbar said the council members would possibly elect a chairman later Sunday . US authorities have said the council would include 20 to 25 members . +1 2451691 2451742 October heating oil futures settled .85 cent lower at 69.89 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . +1 2282608 2282544 By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag of $ 4.4 billion--double that of five years earlier . By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag double that of 2002 : $ 4.4 billion . +0 2677852 2677869 The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a civil fraud suit against the teen in Boston . +1 379724 379692 ConAgra stock closed Monday on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents . ConAgra shares closed Monday at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1156575 1156706 One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device or lock down the device should a user lose it . One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device if a user loses or locks down the device . +1 3403347 3403527 " I just got carried away and started making stuff , " Byrne said . Byrne says he got carried away with PowerPoint and just " started making stuff . " +1 2037906 2038005 Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said Dr. Melinda Rowe , Chatham County 's health director . Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said county health director Dr. Melinda Rowe . +1 698720 698772 Handspring shareholders will get 0.09 shares of the parent company , Palm , Inc . , for each share of Handspring common stock they currently own . Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . +1 2359387 2359457 Shares of Microsoft rose 50 cents Friday to close at $ 28.34 a share on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft 's stock was up 50 cents , to $ 28.34 a share in New York yesterday . +1 2403178 2403100 Based on having at least one of the symptoms , most students had been hung over between three and 11 times in the previous year . On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . +1 2205838 2205858 Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , according to the Palo Alto , California company . Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , it said . +1 1669602 1669461 A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , Ga . , began returning last week . +1 919801 919939 In a televised interview on Wednesday , ECB President Wim Duisenberg said it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the 12-nation euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . +1 578807 578726 Teenagers at high schools where condoms were available were no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study published Wednesday finds . Teen-agers at high schools where condoms are available are no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study says . +1 3277653 3277637 Later in the day , however , a former Intel executive turned the tables in a speech where he blasted wireless as being too complicated and too difficult to install . And Thursday , a former Intel exec blasted wireless as too insecure , too complicated , and too difficult to install . +1 661322 661390 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta _ including a blast at the 1996 Olympics _ along with the bombing in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . +0 1586193 1586070 They were found in a stolen van , said James Flateau , a spokesman for the state Department of Correctional Services . State troopers arrested the men in a stolen van at the Jubilee Market on Route 14 in Horseheads , said James Flateau , a Department of Correctional Services spokesman . +1 1200470 1200432 On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50-basis-point cut was most likely . +0 2973611 2973628 Sun was the lone major vendor to see its shipments decline , falling 2.9 percent to 59,692 units . IBM ( NYSE : IBM ) was the fastest-growing vendor , with sales jumping 37 percent to 220,000 units . +1 1941701 1941639 He is one of two Democrats on the five-member FCC , and he is a strong advocate of harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . Copps , one of two Democrats on the five-member commission , has pushed for harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . +0 490219 490021 The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which fell 0.9 percent for the week . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . +1 421009 421091 State media said there were at least 770 dead and over 5,600 injured . The latest toll given by officials to state media was 643 dead and over 4,600 injured . +1 14485 14516 The March downturn was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . A downturn in services activity in March was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . +1 549014 549093 In the first three months of 2003 alone , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 % -- the biggest drop in more than a decade , " Lieberman said . In the first quarter of this year , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 percent - the biggest drop in more than a decade . +1 3326623 3326701 The statistical analysis was published Tuesday in Circulation , a journal of the American Heart Association ( news - web sites ) . Their findings were published Monday in Circulation : The Journal of the American Heart Association . +1 1106490 1106299 President George W. Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . +1 607219 607092 The epidemic began in November in the mainland 's Guangdong province , but the People 's Republic of China refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . The PRC epidemic began in Guandong province in November , but the Communist Party government refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . +0 518130 518082 " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said Andres Rivera Jr . , who was also on the bus . " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said passenger Andres Rivera Jr . , whose 15-year-old niece , Jazmine Santiago , was killed . +1 3092593 3092563 IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38-million euros ( about R300-million ) and the firm had debts totalling about 28-million . IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38 million euros ( $ 43.63 million ) and the firm had debts totalling some 28 million euros . +0 1707092 1707031 The company 's operating loss rose 59 percent to $ 73 million , from $ 46 million a year earlier . Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . +1 1755505 1755464 The agent , Bassem Youssef , filed the lawsuit on Friday in Federal District Court for the District of Columbia . The lawsuit was filed on Friday at the US District Court for the District of Columbia . +1 2015140 2014900 " Smallpox is not the only threat to the public 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for smallpox preparedness , " Strom said . " Smallpox is not the only threat to the nation 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for preparedness , " his introductory statement says . +1 1449187 1449290 Mr Abbas said : " Every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . His Palestinian counterpart , Mahmoud Abbas , replied that " every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . +1 1988626 1988386 We remain hopeful that the city will agree to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions on this issue . " Alhart said the governor " remains hopeful that the city will continue to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions . " +1 844524 844667 Later in the day , a standoff developed between French soldiers and a Hema battlewagon that attempted to pass the UN compound . French soldiers later threatened to open fire on a Hema battlewagon that tried to pass near the UN compound . +1 1860173 1860195 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " Lieberman said . " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . +0 3050444 3050380 Gillette shares rose $ 1.45 , or 4.5 percent , to $ 33.95 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Shares of Gillette closed down 45 cents at $ 33.70 in trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1199589 1200000 Even without call center requests , companies using the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . Those that choose the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . +1 2746028 2746125 About 120 potential jurors were being asked to complete a lengthy questionnaire . The jurors were taken into the courtroom in groups of 40 and asked to fill out a questionnaire . +0 2874608 2874685 Microsoft fell 5 percent before the open to $ 27.45 from Thursday 's close of $ 28.91 . Shares in Microsoft slipped 4.7 percent in after-hours trade to $ 27.54 from a Nasdaq close of $ 28.91 . +0 221078 221002 U.S. Airways ordered 85 Bombardier jets with 50 seats and 75 seats and 85 Embraer jets with 70 seats , it said in a release . Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . +1 1917187 1917262 The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . Nvidia 's acquisition has been approved by directors at both companies , and is expected to close in the Nvidia 's third quarter of fiscal 2004 . +1 1102668 1102548 The 39-year-old Luster initially gave police a false name , but later revealed his true identity . Barrera said Luster gave police a false name immediately after his arrest Wednesday but later revealed his true identity . +0 2115214 2115266 In a statement distributed Friday , 28 Chechen non-governmental organizations said they would boycott the vote . In a statement distributed today , 28 Chechen non-governmental organisations said they would boycott the vote and warned voters to expect fraud . +1 374264 374624 If the companies won 't , their drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . If a company won 't do so , its drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . +0 199754 200007 " It 's a huge black eye , " said New York Times Company chairman Arthur Sulzberger . " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . +1 1469800 1469789 Singer Brandy and her husband , Robert Smith , have called it quits . Brandy and Husband SplitR 'n'b star Brandy and Robert Smith , her husband of two years have split up . +1 2206809 2206624 She told Murray , " We ... we have ... the fresh air is going down fast ! " " The fresh air is going down fast ! " she screamed at Murray . +1 1970041 1969914 " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising , and the campaign will again in 2004 , " Bush campaign spokesman Dan Ronayne said . " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising and the campaign will again in 2004 , " said Dan Ronayne , a campaign spokesman . +1 20917 20853 On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson said it was " inconceivable " that the airline would resume operations at the base that had employed 1,500 workers , including 1,100 mechanics . On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson conceded that the facility 's fate was inevitable , quashing the hopes of the airline 's 1,500 local workers , including 1,100 mechanics . +0 1837647 1837204 Dotson was arrested Monday in his native Maryland and charged with murder . Dotson , 21 , was subsequently charged with Dennehy 's murder . +1 375678 375561 Another was in serious condition at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale . At Northwest Medical Center of Washington County in Springdale , one child is in serious condition . +1 1122033 1122090 With the exception of dancing , physical activity did not decrease the risk . Dancing was the only physical activity associated with a lower risk of dementia . +0 222911 223008 The 1 5 / 8 percent note maturing in April 2005 gained 1 / 16 to 100 13 / 32 , lowering its yield 1 basis points to 1.41 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . +0 3257010 3257120 Mr. Bush had sought to store his papers in his father 's presidential library , where they would have stayed secret for a half-century . In Texas , public watchdog groups opposed Mr. Bush 's efforts to house his papers at his father 's presidential library , where they would have remained secret for a half-century . +1 1600347 1600451 Williams was White , and four of his victims were Black ; the fifth was White . Four of those killed by Williams were black ; the other was white . +1 2081769 2081787 A hearing on the matter was held Thursday morning in Fulton County Superior Court , marking one of the early steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . A hearing Thursday morning before Judge Elizabeth Long in Fulton County Superior Court marked one of the first steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . +0 384190 384162 Arts helped coach the youth on an eighth-grade football team at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . The boy was a student at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . +1 1815004 1815055 Atlantic Coast will continue its operations as a Delta Connections carrier . It will continue its regional service for Delta Air Lines DAL.N , Atlantic Coast said . +1 707747 707671 " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who is a recent graduate of Parsons School of Design . " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who only graduated from Parsons School of Design last May . +1 1705771 1705922 The flamboyant entrepreneur flagged the plan after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . Sir Richard was speaking after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . +1 716883 716599 Ryan Harvey , an outfielder from Dunedin High School in Florida , was selected with the sixth pick by the Chicago Cubs . Ryan Harvey , a high school outfielder from Florida , was chosen sixth by the Cubs . +0 3407319 3407282 At 8 a.m. Friday , San Joaquin County Sheriff 's deputies found the body of Adan Avalos , 37 . San Joaquin County sheriff 's deputies found 37-year-old Adan Avalos of Riverbank shot to death inside the SUV . +0 1723092 1723130 Technology stocks make up 42 percent of the Nasdaq , which fell 49.95 points , or 2.9 percent , to 1,698.02 . The Nasdaq fell 49.95 points , or 2.86 percent , to end at 1,698.02 , based on the latest available data . +1 516719 516884 Thomas was joined in full by Rehnquist , and in parts by O 'Connor and Scalia . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . +1 3020180 3020057 The bulk of the funds , some $ 65 billion , will go for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan . The bulk of the bill - $ 64.7 billion - goes for military operations primarily in Iraq and Afghanistan . +1 1694765 1694755 The new capabilities will provide IBM customers a way to create , publish , manage and archive Web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and Internet environment . The product will be targeted at companies that need to create , publish , manage and archive web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and internet environment . +1 516797 516591 When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , a UC Berkeley law professor . When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , who teaches law at the University of California , Berkeley . +1 2195720 2195935 A $ 500 million natural-gas-fired power plant , for example , could replace up to $ 100 million in boilers yearly without adding new smog controls . A $ 500 million coal-fired power plant , for example , could replace $ 100 million in equipment yearly without adding new pollution controls . +1 1971109 1970905 On Sunday , the experts will perform the first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident in the United States . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . +0 36516 36820 Shares of AstraZeneca AZN.N , Europe 's second biggest drugmaker , rose 3.71 percent to close at $ 43.05 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of AstraZeneca , Europe ’ s second biggest drug company , rose 3 per cent on the New York Stock Exchange after the news . +1 512669 512160 Gov. Rick Perry has said that while he opposes gambling expansion , he would be reluctant to veto continuation of the Lottery Commission . Gov. Rick Perry opposes expansion of gambling but has said he would be " hard-pressed " to veto the lottery sunset bill . +0 3179542 3179284 " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said . " Things go wrong , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said Wednesday at the Department of Energy . +1 2362699 2362767 Typhoon Maemi later moved out over the Sea of Japan , where it weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . Typhoon Maemi was on Saturday night moving over the Sea of Japan , where it had weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . +1 1396775 1396739 Along with chip.m.aker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , International Business Machines Corp. , Gateway Inc . , Nokia Corp. and others . Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . +1 1828398 1828187 Officials developed plans to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest near the park 's southwest border by dropping incendiary devices , hoping to burn off fuel from the wildfire 's path . Officials tentatively planned to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest by dropping incendiary devices from the air , aiming to remove fuel from the wildfire 's path . +0 660850 660781 At last nights protest , demonstratorschanted " tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail . " Protesters chanted , " Tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail , " put on small skits and danced to drumbeats . +1 2221864 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short-lived or long-lived , " Mr. Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . +1 171025 171076 Some 14,000 customers were without power in the area , Oklahoma Gas and Electric said . About 38,000 OGE Energy Corp. customers are without power , the company said on its Web site . +1 921290 921224 " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 percent " growth rate , George Scalise , the trade association 's president , said in a statement . " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 per cent ' ' growth rate " , said George Scalise , the association 's president . +1 2129222 2128773 Eighty-six seriously wounded U.N. workers were airlifted out for medical care . Eighty-six U.N. workers who were wounded in Tuesday 's bombing were airlifted out for medical care . +1 3214358 3214672 Burns believed that confessing a crime he did not commit was the only way out , Richardson said . To the frightened Burns , Richardson said , confessing a crime he did not commit looked like the only out . +1 2976142 2976104 Phone calls to Spitzer 's office , Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . A message left with Spitzer 's office as well as Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . +1 374383 374044 Instead , the high court said that drug makers did not adequately show why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . Stevens said that the drug manufacturers had not shown why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . +1 2820522 2820367 Medical experts said the condition was mildly worrying but easily-manageable . Medical experts said Blair 's problem was worrying but relatively common and easily manageable . +1 2733221 2733357 Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's Corp. founder Ray Kroc , died Sunday after a brief bout with brain cancer . Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's founder Ray Kroc known for her philanthropy , died Sunday of brain cancer . +1 1711097 1711149 The company has expanded into providing other services for buyers , including payment services . The company has expanded those basic services , offering payment and even financing . +1 2806874 2806929 A Lamar mother arrested Saturday in Colorado Springs is accused of drowning her two children in a bathtub before slitting her wrists . A 32-year-old mother of two is suspected of drowning her children in a bathtub before slashing her wrists in an unsuccessful suicide attempt , police said . +1 1075019 1075000 She was surrounded by about 50 women who regret having abortions . She was surrounded by about 50 women who have had abortions but now regret doing so . +1 403037 402971 Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that is cutting jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that has posted huge losses and cut jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . +1 2706183 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . +0 3444060 3444025 The calculation shows that the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza have exceeded the usual number for recent weeks . One is a statistical calculation based on the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza in 122 cities . +1 3419852 3419777 Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute reanalyzed data from more than 2,000 infants who had been treated with radiation for a benign birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute recently went over data from more than 2,000 children treated with radiation for a harmless birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . +0 2866150 2866091 Outside the court , Sriyanto , who faces up to 25 years ' jail , denied he had done anything wrong . Outside the court , Sriyanto denied to The Age that he had done anything wrong . +1 3438803 3438780 The state , which previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , says the policy is designed to reduce stress on its prison staff . The state previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , a practice it says is intended to reduce stress on the prison staff . +1 2068941 2068953 The little girl , the daughter of a teller , was taken to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . Earlier in the evening , the mother , whom authorities did not identify , had brought her daughter to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . +1 1513487 1513246 At least 23 U.S. troops have been killed by hostile fire since Bush declared major combat in Iraq to be over on May 1 . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . +1 3017237 3017177 " Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company said in a statement . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " +1 2852816 2852668 Even later in life , he was still cashing in : lately , he earned money by calling fans on the telephone with the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. Lately , he had earned money by calling fans on the telephone , taking part in the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. +0 2265154 2265322 The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business by around 45 percent to some one-third of total sales . +0 787110 787340 A sign outside the Peachtree Restaurant reads : " Pray for Eric Rudolph . " " Rudolph ate here " , joked a sign outside one restaurant . +1 2173504 2173632 In a statement , the company said both bids would allow Vivendi to " maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " +1 1423378 1423284 In Vienna , the IAEA said ElBaradei would accept the invitation , although no date had yet been set . In Vienna , the International Atomic Energy Agency said on Monday ElBaradei had accepted Iran 's invitation , but said no date had yet been set . +1 811375 811232 Strikingly , the poll saw little difference between women and men in their feelings towards Mrs Clinton . Strikingly , the poll saw very little difference between women and men in their feelings about the former First Lady . +0 1719820 1719843 A 25 percent increase would raise undergraduate tuition to about $ 5,247 annually , including miscellaneous , campus-based fees . The 25 percent hike takes annual UC undergraduate tuition to $ 4,794 and graduate fees to $ 5,019 . +1 2413690 2413644 From July 1 , 2002 , to June 30 , 2003 , the organization said it spent $ 114.3 million but took in only $ 39.5 million . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . +0 1918139 1918289 Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the courthouse grounds before the hearing , which was carried live on national cable networks . Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the town and the short hearing involving the five-time All-Star was carried live on national cable networks . +1 2121942 2121914 The 20 master computers are located in the United States , Canada and Korea , Mr. Kuo said . The computers were located in the United States , Canada and South Korea , he said . +1 3207268 3207178 They said : “ We believe that the time has come for legislation to make public places smoke-free . " The time has come to make public places smoke-free , " they wrote in a letter to the Times newspaper . +1 2186840 2186895 Milwaukee prosecutors charged a church minister with physical abuse in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who died during a healing service . A church minister was charged yesterday in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who suffocated as church leaders tried to heal him at a storefront church . +0 53408 52986 Niels told an interviewer in 1999 he thought the Old Man would outlive him by many years . In 1999 , two years before his death , Mr. Nielsen told an interviewer that he thought the rock face would outlive him by many years . +1 519554 519592 The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched Wednesday outside a Sacramento fire station . Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . +1 563634 563375 Furthermore , chest tightness after exercise and prevalence of asthma were both linked to the amount of time spent at the pool . Chest tightness after exercise and overall prevalence of asthma were also linked to the total amount of time spent at indoor pools . +1 1895295 1895167 British police arrested 21 people early Tuesday in connection with the suspected ritual murder of an African boy whose torso was found in the Thames River . Police have arrested 21 people in connection with the murder of a young Nigerian child whose headless and limbless torso was found floating in the river Thames . +1 243946 243684 Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . Tony winners will be announced June 8 in televised ceremonies from Radio City Music Hall . +1 2158059 2158105 A lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to block the removal of the Ten Commandments monument from the building . Supporters asked a federal court Monday to block the removal of a Ten Commandments monument from the Alabama Judicial Building . +0 1661234 1661305 " I 'm quite positive about it except I wouldn 't want it to cut across anything now occurring and she accepts that , " he said . " I 'm quite positive about it , except that I would not want to cut across things that are now occurring , " he said . +0 785613 785760 " I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean , what are you saying , why did you lie to me ? ' " Gulping for air , I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean ? +1 3214303 3214275 Marisa Baldeo stated , however , the authority 's official uniform policy says " they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap . " As of now , they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap , " Baldeo said . +0 2595060 2594823 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . +1 1211461 1211115 Between 50 and 100 persons die annually from these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . Between 50 and 100 people die a year due to these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . +1 2359454 2359412 Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel 's 0.3 percent yield is lower . +1 2396334 2396148 Sean Harrigan of Calpers , the California fund , said : " Today we are trying to pull the pig from the trough . " Today we are trying to pull the pig away from the trough , " Mr. Harrigan said . +1 2086276 2086477 That truck was spotted in the Campbells Creek area , fitting that description , Morris said . A black pickup truck was also seen in the Campbells Creek area , Morris said . +0 365851 365967 Initial autopsy reports show they died of dehydration , hyperthermia and suffocation . Two more died later , and initial autopsy reports show they succumbed to dehydration , hypothermia and suffocation . +0 3389319 3389272 Most of those on board were Lebanese but some were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . Some of the passengers were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . +1 381187 381127 A pamphlet will be issued to the public through major hardware chains , local libraries and on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. It will be distributed through major hardware store chains and local libraries and will be available on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. +1 3133311 3133486 The captain , Michael J. Gansas , was notified yesterday by the city 's Department of Transportation that an agency hearing officer recommended that he be fired . Gansas got more bad news yesterday from the city Department of Transportation - a hearing officer recommended that he be fired . +1 4155 4143 Since then , police divers have searched nearby parts of Long Island Sound looking for the remaining three . Since then , police divers have searched those waters looking for the remaining three . +1 1410958 1410938 Mr. Yandarbiyev resides in Doha , Qatar , and Russian authorities have unsuccessfully tried to have him extradited for nearly two years . He resides in Doha , Qatar , from which Russian authorities have been trying to extradite him for nearly two years . +0 1057006 1057044 In December , he anticipated growth of 5.3 percent to nearly $ 154 billion . In December , he had predicted a 5 percent growth rate . +1 1880897 1880746 Clearly Roman creams of any type do not normally survive in the archaeological record . Clearly Roman creams of any type , paint or cosmetic , do not normally survive ... it 's pretty exceptional . " +0 1825334 1825496 " I 'm taking his office , and we 're gonna keep on building , ' ' he vowed . " " Yes , I 'm taking his office and we 're going to keep on building and keep on fighting , " he added . +1 426940 426546 SARS has killed 296 people on China 's mainland and infected more than 5,200 . Throughout China 's mainland , the disease has killed 300 people and infected more than 5,270 . +1 2377834 2377805 " Third . . . we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war [ against Islam ] . " In jihad , we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war ( against Islam ) . " +1 1789339 1789525 The company will launch 800 hot spots , or " Wi-Fi Zones , " later this summer , and plans to have more than 2,100 by the end of the year . The service will launch later this summer with 800 locations , and Sprint plans 2,100 locations by the end of the year . +1 2136052 2136150 The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in e-mails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " +1 2778138 2777737 From California , Bush flies to Japan on Thursday , followed by visits to the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . Besides Japan he will visit the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . +0 748187 748228 The transfers would reduce P & G 's worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 . The transfers would reduce P & G ’ s worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 , down from 110,000 several years ago . +1 2232493 2232381 Two Iraqis and two Saudis grabbed shortly after the blast gave information leading to the arrest of the others , said the official . The official , who spoke on condition of anonymity , said that two Iraqis and two Saudis detained after the attack gave information leading to the arrest of the others . +0 707136 707112 In court papers filed Tuesday , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name , saying he had never given his consent for it to be used . In papers filed Tuesday in Manhattan 's state Supreme Court , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name Spike for TNN . +1 3153774 3153722 The church was already grieving the death of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kyran Kennedy , a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . The church already was grieving for the death of a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . +0 1077014 1077138 Glover said the killer used a " peculiar slipknot " on the ligature he used to strangle some of the victims . Glover said the killer used a ``peculiar slipknot , ' ' including a coaxial cable and an extension cord , to strangle some of the victims . +1 3093840 3093801 They weighed an average 220 pounds ( 100 kg ) and needed to lose between 30 and 80 pounds . They weighed an average 100 kilograms and needed to lose between 14 and 36 kilograms . +0 195800 196144 " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. " I don 't see much broken . " " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , a South Dakota Democrat . +0 62641 62810 Media Editor Jon Friedman contributed to this story . Jon Friedman is media editor for CBS.MarketWatch.com in New York . +1 436562 435307 Her putt for birdie was three feet short but she saved par without difficulty . She leaves her birdie putt some three feet short but drops her par putt . +1 2770513 2770488 The test was conducted by the University of California at Los Angeles and Riverside and was paid $ 450,000 from the ARB . The test , conducted by UCLA and UC Riverside , was paid for with $ 450,000 from the ARB . +0 2578315 2578177 Against the Swiss franc CHF = , the dollar was at 1.3172 francs , down 0.60 percent . Against the yen the dollar was down 0.7 percent at 110.73 yen . +0 1477738 1477593 Instead , Weida decided that Meester 's case on charges of rape , sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors should proceed to a court-martial . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . +1 840255 840252 The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. school children . The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. ( 7 : 05 p.m. ) on Sunday , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. +1 833170 833200 Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store near the police station , said many in the close-knit town knew the men who were killed . Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store on Highway 96 , said many in the close-knit town knew the three men who were killed . +0 96043 95895 " Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " Mr Berlusconi said . " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the deal was damaging to the state , " Berlusconi testified . +1 423224 423238 Mills affected by Thursdays announcement are sawmills in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . They are located in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . +1 1454800 1454816 It was the biggest protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the massacre of democracy activists occupying Tiananmen Square in Beijing in 1989 . Hong Kong has not seen such a protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the 1989 massacre of democracy activists occupying Beijing 's Tiananmen Square . +1 1834832 1834844 The company is highlighting the addition of .NET and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment ( EAE ) with the new mainframe . The company is also adding .Net and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment development toolset , Sapp said . +1 1112726 1112799 Gov. Linda Lingle and members of her staff were at the Navy base and watched the launch . Gov. Linda Lingle and other dignitaries are scheduled to be at the base to watch the launch . +1 1745242 1745319 That information was first reported in today 's editions of the New York Times . The information was first printed yesterday in the New York Times . +0 487684 487726 The euro tagged another record high against the dollar on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed solid U.S. economic data . The euro ros further into record territory on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed U.S. economic data showing rising consumer confidence and a strong housing market . +0 1479716 1479628 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . +0 2744405 2744474 " It 's going to happen , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . " That really affects the companies , big time , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . +0 71277 71611 The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The seizure at 4 a.m. on March 18 was completed before employees showed up for work that day . +0 2761988 2762223 Bloomberg said on Wednesday that all 16 crew members survived and would be tested for drugs and alcohol . He said the ferry 's crew will be interviewed and tested for drugs and alcohol . +0 1992231 1991706 The moment of reckoning has arrived for this West African country founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . Taylor is now expected to leave the broken shell of a nation founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . +1 3329063 3328961 However , commercial use of the 2.6.0 kernel is still months off for most customers . Commercial releases of the 2.6 kernel by major Linux distributors still remain months away . +1 1240324 1240337 The Hulk weekend take surpasses the previous June record of $ 54.9-million for Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . It beat the previous record of $ 54.9 set by 1999 's " Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . " +0 71627 71277 The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . +1 2933398 2933345 Its attackers had to fire their rockets from hundreds of yards away , with a makeshift launcher hidden in a portable electric generator . Its attackers had to launch their strike from hundreds of metres away , with a makeshift rocket launcher disguised as a portable electric generator . +0 2760910 2760810 In early U.S. trade , the euro was down 1.06 percent at $ 1.1607 < EUR = > . In late afternoon trade in New York , the euro was down 0.83 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1633 < EUR = > . +0 1946147 1946054 " Deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , and Brown 's body was mutilated , authorities said . They were killed over a few days in April 2001 and " deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , authorities said . +1 545820 545924 Also Tuesday , a soldier drowned in an aqueduct in northern Iraq . Another soldier drowned after diving into an aqueduct in northern Iraq , the Central Command said . +1 3375314 3375284 Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion late Monday in Forsyth Superior Court to have Hunt 's murder conviction thrown out . Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion Monday seeking to have Hunt 's conviction thrown out based on the new evidence . +1 490481 490000 Other data showed that buyers snapped up new and existing homes at a brisk pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . Other data showed sales of existing and new homes grew at a robust pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . +1 767107 767069 But Close wondered whether the package would be worth the cost of licensing the third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . Close also questions whether it would be worth the cost of licensing third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . +1 2168292 2168033 Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , increasing the chances that the effectiveness of the medication will be diffused . Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , a problem that complicates the task of properly measuring effectiveness . +0 2695011 2694981 " I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Mr. Limbaugh told his audience , which numbers 22 million listeners a week . You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide on Friday . +1 2745018 2745058 That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " said Andy Bryant , Intel 's chief financial officer . That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " CFO Andy Bryant told the Associated Press . +1 283615 283692 Seattle Deputy Police Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise here went well , with some aspects , including the communication system linking various agencies , working better than expected . Police Deputy Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise went well , with some aspects , including the communication system between varying agencies , working better than expected . +1 2108841 2108868 Telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . +1 1355591 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " Multifoods chairman and chief executive officer Gary Costley said . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . +0 882790 883117 Three-year-old Jaryd Atadero vanished on Oct. 2 , 1999 while on a hiking trip with a church group . He was on a hiking trip that day with a church group . +1 2106411 2106397 A DOD team is working to determine how hackers gained access to the system and what needs to be done to fix the breach . A DoD team is on site to determine how this happened and what needs to be done to fix the breach , the release stated . +1 121265 121424 Parrado 's aunt believes her nephew , who has served a prison sentence in Cuba , will be persecuted if he is repatriated . Maria Parrado believes her nephew , who served a 12-year prison sentence in Cuba after being arrested in Cuban waters , will be persecuted if he is sent back there . +1 1438940 1438953 The Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday said companies trading on the biggest U.S. markets must win shareholder approval before granting stock options and other stock-based compensation plans to corporate executives . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +1 2264198 2264212 Microsoft is preparing to alter its Internet Explorer browser , following a patent verdict that went against the company , Microsoft said Friday . Microsoft Corp. is preparing changes to its Internet Explorer ( IE ) browser because of a patent verdict against it , the company said Friday . +1 3446507 3446446 " It 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM , " she said . " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " +1 2816735 2816723 Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators joined the mechanics in the picket line . Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators then walked off the job in solidarity . +0 869698 869240 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 23.45 points , or 1.44 percent , to end at 1,603.97 , based on the latest data . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . +1 3236313 3236263 The Infineon case began in August 2000 , when Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon counter-sued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . At that time , Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon countersued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . +1 185929 186026 Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent tax on both types of investment income . Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent rate for both capital gains and corporate dividends . +0 1096383 1096756 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 5.53 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,662.91 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . +1 2587263 2587322 " The Princess ' marriage was not set up by force , " said Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies . Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies , said : " The princess 's marriage was not set up by force . +0 3327147 3327230 Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and companion Fran Walsh arrive at the 74th Annual Academy Awards . Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and longtime companion Fran Walsh . +1 1071229 1071350 Hynix CEO E.J. Woo condemned the decision calling the ruling an " outrageous act aimed at a hidden agenda . " Meanwhile , Hynix Semiconductors voiced strong criticism of the United States , calling its decision an " outrageous tactic aimed at a hidden agenda . " +1 612073 612012 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . The Food and Drug Administration ultimately denied ImClone 's drug application in December 2001 , saying that an Erbitux clinical trial was deficient . +1 448932 449039 Gen. Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force based on ship in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean . General Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force aboard the command ship Mount Whitney . +0 2461162 2461313 Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly said he was satisfied with the reimbursement . Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly did not let the judge 's penny-pinching get him down . +0 219579 219615 AutoAdvice is available as a one-year subscription at $ 400 per CPU , scaling from one to 50,000 CPUs . SAN Architect will run approximately $ 2,400 while AutoAdvice is available with coverage from one to 50,000 CPUs . +1 2190158 2190221 CAPPS II will not use bank records , records indicating creditworthiness or medical records . " CAPPS II will not use bank records , credit records , or medical records , according to Loy and Kelly . +1 1908453 1908347 Moore had no immediate comment Tuesday . Moore did not have an immediate response Tuesday . +1 432251 432116 " Fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to mosques , the Justice Department said . In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . +1 1908277 1908617 Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . Moore has said he plans to appeal the matter to the U.S. Supreme Court . +1 1534422 1534369 " We 're confident that the new leadership will take responsibility for the past actions of the Archdiocese of Boston , " Lincoln said . " We are confident that the new leadership in Boston will be willing to take responsibility for the past actions of the archdiocese , ' said Lincoln . " +0 2982472 2982545 Her body was found several weeks later in the Green River . Aug. 15 , 1982 : Remains of Chapman , Hinds and Mills are found in the Green River . +0 394015 394435 One question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . +1 1372366 1372589 Money from Iraqi oil sales will go into that fund which will be controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . Money from oil sales will now be deposited in a new Development Fund for Iraq , controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . +1 1480802 1481397 Car volume fell 8 per cent , while light truck sales -- which include vans , pickups and SUVs -- rose 2.7 per cent . Car volume was down 8 percent , while light truck sales--which include vans , pickups and SUVs--rose 2.7 percent . +1 1491648 1491625 He said he had made it " very plain " to the US that Australia did not support the death penalty . Mr Williams added that the Government had made it " very plain " to the US it did not support the death penalty for Hicks . +1 2895263 2895171 Special police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk , where his plane had made a refuelling stop . Police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday when his jet made a refueling stop in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk . +1 864148 863719 Robert Stewart , a spokesman for Park Place , the parent company of Caesars Palace , said he was surprised by the court 's decision . Robert Stewart , spokesman for Park Place Entertainment , the parent company for Caesars , said the Supreme Court seemed to change the rules for lawsuits . +0 84742 84613 He has also served on the president 's Homeland Security Advisory Council . Last year , Bush appointed him to the Homeland Security Advisory Council . +1 953485 953537 Altria shares fell 2.2 percent or 96 cents to $ 42.72 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +0 2580240 2579902 " And if there is a leak out of my administration , " he added , " I want to know who it is . He added , " There 's just too many leaks in Washington , and if there is a leak out of my administration , I want to know who it is . +1 239902 239998 Mascia-Frye works in the state development office . Mascia-Frye oversees European operations for the West Virginia Development Office . +1 1618493 1618463 Representatives for Puretunes could not immediately be reached for comment Wednesday . Puretunes representatives could not be located Thursday to comment on the suit . +1 2250458 2250584 A key to that effort was the company 's introduction of a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust the Korean company . Mr. O 'Neill had a solution : a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust Hyundai . +0 2635000 2634945 ECUSA is the U.S. branch of the 70 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church is the American branch of the Anglican Communion . +1 3238456 3238508 The word Advent , from Latin , means " the coming . " The season 's name comes from the Latin word adventus , which means " coming . " +1 3306448 3306659 The companies said " it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence . " " In creating the game , it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence against such groups persons . " +1 2610846 2610727 Another brother , Ali Imron , was sentenced to life in prison after cooperating with investigators and showing remorse . Another brother , Ali Imron , received a life sentence after he cooperated with the authorities and expressed remorse . +1 1793557 1793618 Most times , wholesalers sold the questionable drugs to one of three huge national distributors that supply virtually all drugs in the country . At one point in the chain , a wholesaler would sell the questionable drugs to one of three huge national companies that supply virtually all drugs in this country . +1 2754612 2754633 He said it was not possible to rule out that the chemical was a cancer risk to humans . However , it is not possible to say whether it may pose a cancer risk to humans . +0 1617344 1617290 Attorney John Barnett , who represents Morse , showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . After Jackson testified he never touched the officers during the struggle on the ground , Barnett showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . +1 153199 153213 The letter stated that a premature stillborn baby was placed on the bed in a blanket . According to the writer of the letter , the infant was " placed on the bed in a baby blanket " by a nurse . +1 2444519 2444508 Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk said his office received the recordings this week . Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk told Criss Wednesday his office only this week received the recordings . +1 2398178 2398195 " This is a wide-ranging and continuing investigation which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr Spitzer said . " This is a widening and continuing investigation , which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr. Spitzer said yesterday at a news conference . +0 2221435 2221631 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 7.58 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,381.79 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . +1 1332049 1331979 Kyi , a U.N. envoy says , as Japan adds to growing international pressure by saying it will halt its hefty economic aid unless Suu Kyi is freed . JAPAN added to growing international pressure on Burma yesterday , threatening to halt its hefty economic aid unless the military government released pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi . +1 516583 516789 The decision could also prove useful in the " war on terrorism " . Tuesday 's decision could prove useful to the government in the war on terrorism . +0 914018 913889 Currently , the state 's congressional delegation is made up of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Although Republicans now hold every statewide office , the state 's congressional delegation comprises 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . +1 2077064 2077087 In the first stage of the attack , the Lovsan worm began fouling computers around the world . The first stage of the malicious software began Monday , when the Lovsan worm began spreading around the world . +1 395858 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced Tuesdays ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to help . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . +0 2758909 2758887 Only 29 families of frogs are known and most were identified and described in the mid-1800s and the last in 1926 . Only 29 families of frogs are known , most of which were named by the mid-1800s . +1 425412 425310 The survey that found it covered only a narrow slice of the sky . The survey which uncovered the star only covered a narrow slice of the sky . +1 2264210 2264194 However , the standards body warns that changes to Internet Explorer may affect a " large number " of existing Web sites . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . +1 1643239 1643042 Both Blair and Bush have faced accusations that they manipulated intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for military action . At home , the premier has faced accusations that he overplayed intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for war . +1 2330167 2330142 " I think 70 percent of the work is already done , " Tauzin told reporters in the Capitol . " About 70 percent of the work is already done , " Mr. Tauzin said . +1 2030917 2030877 " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal R. Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who led an association panel on enemy combatants . " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who headed an ABA task force on enemy combatants . +0 1091180 1091301 Likewise , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 23 / 32 for a yield of 4.34 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . +0 302467 302688 China has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who breaks their quarantine and intentionally spreads the killer SARS virus . China , haunted by the spread of SARS in its vast countryside , has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who intentionally spreads the killer virus . +1 2011783 2011647 Earlier , they had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar " ( God is Greatest ) as Bashir walked to his seat in the tightly guarded courtroom . Earlier , Bashir 's supporters had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar ( God is Greatest ) " as he walked to his seat . +1 754162 753958 The announcement comes one day after Microsoft ’ s global security chief , Scott Charney , reiterated Microsoft ’ s promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to users . The announcement comes one day after Scott Charney , Microsoft 's global security chief , reiterated Microsoft 's promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to customers . +1 232430 232714 The fighting around Bunia began after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from the town . The fighting begun May 7 after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from in an around Bunia . +1 2759168 2759156 An officer in the People 's Liberation Army selected from a pool of 14 , Lt-Col Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . A lieutenant colonel in the People 's Liberation Army , Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . +0 1288150 1287646 The Yankees , however , had big trouble handling Victor Zambrano ( 4-4 ) for the second straight time . The Yankees wasted no time breaking through against Zambrano ( 4-4 ) in the rematch . +1 2524160 2524303 A former candidate for governor of New York , he styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . Mr. McCall , who ran unsuccessfully for governor of New York in 2002 , styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . +0 1668236 1668179 Yeager said the suspect in the Target attack showed tendencies of being a prior offender . Yeager said the incident appeared to be isolated , but the suspect showed tendencies of being a prior offender . +0 1957823 1957694 Tenet has been under scrutiny since November , when former Chief Executive Jeffrey Barbakow said the company used aggressive pricing to trigger higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . In November , Jeffrey Brabakow , the chief executive at the time , said the company used aggressive pricing to get higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . +1 2007711 2007677 His decision means that the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges against him , will be tried in September . That means the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges , will now to trial in September . +1 1297519 1297825 Meanwhile , rival contender , General Electric 's NBC , submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . Other contenders included General Electric 's GE.N NBC , which submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . +0 513165 513247 Freeman 's civil hearing may be , on the surface , about a driver 's license . Freeman said not having a driver license has been a burden . +1 1909555 1909331 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Brian Halla , National 's chief executive , said in a statement . " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . +1 2668688 2668644 The priest , the Rev. John F. Johnston , 64 , of 35th Avenue in Jackson Heights , was charged with aggravated harassment and criminal possession of a weapon . The Rev. John Johnston , 64 , was charged with aggravated harassment in the phone call case and with criminal possession of a weapon , according to a police statement . +1 1851377 1851386 " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition , " said TI General Counsel Joseph Hubach . +1 1641980 1642291 That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process for writing a new constitution and for holding the first democratic elections . That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process to write a new constitution and to hold the first democratic elections . +1 299689 299752 Sendmail said the system can even be set up to permit business-only usage . The product can be instructed to permit business-only use , according to Sendmail . +0 2282307 2282491 The Senate Armed Services Committee will hold a separate hearing Thursday . It has not come to a vote yet in the Senate Armed Services Committee . +1 3118600 3118635 The telephone survey had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . The poll conducted between Oct. 24 and Nov. 2 had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . +1 3127902 3127435 Tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . +0 770718 770731 The bodies of former Invercargill man Warren Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , were recovered from below Mt D 'Archiac late yesterday morning . Warren David Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , did not return as expected on Tuesday from climbing on Mt D 'Archiac in the McKenzie District . +0 2654770 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathy Gregg to the Student Loan Marketing Association board of directors . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . +1 1093844 1093616 Beckham will receive a yearly salary of $ 10 million plus bonuses , earning him about $ 220,000 a game . Beckham will pocket a weekly salary of about $ 213,000 and earn $ 10 million a year , plus bonuses . +0 1722079 1721812 Deaths in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the number of traffic deaths in 2002 , the agency says . Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . +0 1545909 1546212 This week 's tour will take Bush to Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria , and is aimed at softening his warrior image at home and abroad . In his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa as president , Mr. Bush will visit Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria before returning home on Saturday . +0 126769 126737 Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer will perhaps be the trickiest of all hires because there is such a dearth of good ones . Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer perhaps will be the trickiest of all hires . +1 3142048 3142198 " We have sent a message to the nation that this is a new Louisiana , " she told a victory party in New Orleans . " We have sent a new message out to the nation — that this is a new Louisiana . " +0 2609476 2609428 Five more human cases of West Nile virus , were reported by the Mesa County Health Department on Wednesday . As of this week , 103 human West Nile cases in 45 counties had been reported to the health department . +1 967485 967554 It said the operation , which began on Monday , was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " A statement from the allied command said that the raid was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " +0 229207 229298 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . +0 1438120 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 0.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 slipped 0.02 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 0.8 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . +0 1378077 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners about 8 to 5 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 47037 47072 Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries , including Canada , are held , many captured during the war against in Afghanistan the al-Qaida network . Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries are being held at the Naval base at Guantanamo Bay , many captured during the war against Al Qaeda in Afghanistan . +1 1964547 1964856 " Beginning ; early stages ; not life-threatening ; treatable , " he said at a news conference at the Capitol . Beginning , early stages , not life threatening , treatable , Bruno told a state Capitol news conference . +1 1149319 1149377 Oracle 's offer " undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of stockholders , " PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway said . " Oracle 's offer undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of PeopleSoft stockholders , " said PeopleSoft President and CEO Craig Conway , in the statement . +1 1591361 1591597 Bryant surrendered to authorities on Friday and posted a $ 25,000 bond . Bryant presented himself to authorities last Friday and was released after posting $ 25,000 bail . +1 2568019 2567975 Roberson was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , according to her mother , Shamika Woumnm of Dorchester . She was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , her mother said . +1 2375172 2375137 He says information released about a tarot card left at one shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . He says the release of a tarot card left at a shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . +0 117397 116930 It was the 23-9 Yankees ' third straight defeat - their longest skid of the season . The Yankees are in their first team-wide slump of the season . +0 494836 494848 Solomon 5.5 is available initially in the United States and Canada , for a starting price of about $ 12,700 . Solomon 5.5 is now available in the U.S. and Canada through Microsoft Business Solutions resellers . +1 1278159 1278426 The report released Monday simply says , This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . The document stated : " This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . " +1 2715952 2715935 The SEC said on Thursday its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . Last week the Securities and Exchange Commission said its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . +0 1244546 1244687 History will remember the University of Washington 's Dr. Belding Scribner as the man who has saved more than a million lives by making long-term kidney dialysis possible . Dr. Belding Scribner , inventor of a device that made long-term kidney dialysis possible and has saved more than a million lives , has died in Seattle at age 82 . +0 2590100 2589773 In the United States , 20.7 percent of all women smoke . Nevada is where the most women smoke , 28 percent . +0 585263 585343 But he will meet the French President , Jacques Chirac , privately . They include French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder . +1 2555777 2555594 He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is on the campaign trail . He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is running in the region 's Oct. 5 presidential election . +0 953802 953744 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . +1 1629945 1629901 The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for failing to address the scandal . The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . +1 2555766 2555591 Chechen officials working for the Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels and tension is running high ahead of next Sunday 's presidential election in war-torn Chechnya . Officials in Chechnya 's Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels , and tension is running high ahead of Sunday 's presidential election in the war-ravaged region . +1 1979300 1979257 Columbia was destroyed during re-entry Feb. 1 , killing its seven astronauts . The Columbia broke apart during descent on Feb. 1 , killing all seven astronauts aboard . +1 3292858 3292499 Feral 's group was behind a successful tourism boycott about a decade ago that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . Friends of Animals , which touts 200,000 members , was behind a successful tourism boycott that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . +1 725414 725148 She concludes that what her husband did was morally wrong but not a betrayal of the public . Mrs Clinton said her husband action 's were morally wrong but did not constitute a public betrayal . +0 1687491 1687417 Sen. Bob Graham , Florida Democrat , raised $ 2 million after getting a late start . Further back , Sen. Bob Graham of Florida reported about $ 1.7 million on hand . +1 1315389 1315289 The exam contains four sections and tests a students knowledge of algebra and geometry as well as probability and statistics . The test , in four sections , includes algebra and geometry , along with some questions on probability and statistics . +0 1571024 1571088 Top U.S. executives are feeling increasingly sunny about business conditions and corporate profits , according to a survey released Monday . Business confidence among top U.S. executives hit a 12-month high in the second quarter , according to a survey released Monday . +1 2467980 2467938 Massachusetts is one of 12 states that does not have the death penalty , having abolished capital punishment in 1984 . Massachusetts is one of 12 states without the death penalty , having abolished it in 1984 . +1 1272006 1271919 Taylor 's aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more chaos , a view shared by many in Liberia and , in private , even by mediators . His aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more bloodshed , a view shared by many in Liberia . +1 1737201 1737431 Recall advocates say they have turned in 1.6 million signatures to counties . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . +1 2383164 2382951 Mr. Gettelfinger said at that news conference that " we are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " with Ford and G.M. " We are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " he said . +0 85769 85654 Country-music station KKCS has suspended two disc jockeys for playing songs by the Dixie Chicks in violation of a ban imposed after one group member criticized President George Bush . A radio station has suspended two disc jockeys for locking themselves in the studio and continuously playing Dixie Chicks songs , violating the station 's two-month-old ban on the group 's music . +1 1547970 1548372 Their difference was over whether the court should pay attention to legal opinions of other world courts , such as the European Court of Human Rights . Their difference was over whether the court should take into account the legal opinions of other world courts , like the European Court of Human Rights . +0 1834966 1835064 It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had the option of signing on Google 's services . It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had been using Google 's advertising services . +1 1952106 1951806 BOSTON The Catholic archdiocese in Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 clergy sex abuse lawsuits , according to a document obtained by The Associated Press . The American Roman Catholic archdiocese of Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 sex abuse lawsuits involving priests . +1 2727208 2727256 Lewis said that the third-quarter results were driven by deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results , and improved mortgage and card revenues . Deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results and strong growth in mortgage and card revenues drove this quarter 's results . +0 3448494 3448458 Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) scrambled up $ 2.19 , or almost 12 percent , to $ 20.59 . Telecom equipment maker Lucent Technologies Inc . ( nyse : QCOM - news - people ) rallied 43 cents , or 12.3 percent , to $ 3.95 . +1 1179259 1179239 They were not supplied or given to us but unearthed by our reporter , David Blair , in the Foreign Ministry in Baghdad . " They were not supplied or given to us , but unearthed by our reporter " in Iraq 's foreign ministry , he said . +1 758187 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions , but President Bill Clinton vetoed them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . +1 1934902 1935161 Brian Brabazon said his son would get upset but then turn around and befriend his taunters . Her son would get upset , his mom said , but then turn around and befriend his taunters . +1 1057430 1057549 At his sentencing , Avants had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . Avants , wearing a light brown jumpsuit , had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . +0 2636355 2636382 McKnight 's lawyers say there is no proof her cocaine use caused the child 's death . McKnight 's lawyers said she had no intention of harming the child . +1 2734407 2734397 The number of extremely obese American adults - those who are at least 100 pounds overweight - has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . +1 1017924 1017812 The verbal flareup with Keating stemmed from Cardinal Mahony 's initial refusal to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . A verbal flare-up between Keating and Mahony began when the cardinal initially refused to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . +0 3292852 3292493 An animal rights group waited Friday to find out if it has succeeded in putting a stop to a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . An Alaska judge has rejected an attempt by an animal rights group to stop a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . +1 2577533 2577526 The CFTC has been investigating several energy companies , including at least three Colorado companies , for manipulating energy markets by reporting false natural-gas trading prices to industry publications . The federal agency has been investigating whether several energy companies manipulated energy markets by reporting false natural gas trading prices to industry publications . +0 1580731 1580611 " In relation to the second paper , one part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . He went on : " One part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . +0 1910414 1910464 The court then stayed that injunction , pending an appeal by the Canadian company . The injunction was immediately stayed pending an appeal to the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington . +1 2820354 2820518 He was eventually taken to London 's Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock . He was taken to Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock in a procedure called " cardio-version " . +1 758287 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performs the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +0 1810937 1810983 Dotson was taken to Chester River Hospital Center where he stayed overnight . Dotson was taken to an area hospital for a psychiatric evaluation . +1 3010293 3010036 When police removed the four from the home , they weighed 136 pounds combined . Each boy weighed less than 50 pounds when they were removed from the home Oct. 10 . +1 1640498 1640420 The second company , temporarily dubbed ``InternationalCo . ' ' , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . The second company , to be called Prisma Energy International Inc . , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . +1 1106648 1106676 He was convicted by a Ventura County Superior Court jury and sentenced in absentia to 124 years in prison . He was convicted in his absence in January and sentenced to 124 years . +1 1278202 1278372 The draft of the report was forthright : " Climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment . " The original report had concluded that ' ' climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment , ' ' according to an internal EPA memo . +0 2750584 2750617 Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as the reconstruction of Afghanistan and Iraq . Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as reconstruction in Afghanistan and Iraq , working in positions from translator to truck driver . +1 530989 530791 Westfield , which owns Galleria in Morley , also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . +1 2733774 2733758 Last year Bloomberg boycotted the parade because he wanted to march with two actors from " The Sopranos . " Last year , Bloomberg snubbed the affair after being told he couldn 't march with cast members of the " The Sopranos . " +1 1758040 1758028 Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . +1 3424957 3425063 Like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to 27 December were flat , while the gross margin fell by 2 percentage points , the company said . UK retail like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to December 27 were flat , with gross margin down two percentage points . +1 775197 775031 Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer told The Associated Press . A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . +1 1939247 1939420 " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel efficient and aimed at young families . " " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel- efficient , aimed at young families , " Mr. Cowger said . +0 2465088 2464870 The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . +1 2209500 2209461 The goal will be to reduce congestion by upgrading road , building tollways , facilitating public transit or any other means to improve mobility . The money can be used for road upgrades , tollways , public transit or any other means to improve mobility . +0 1497875 1497840 The conservancy helped in the purchase of the land from the Estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . The park service purchased the land from the estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . +0 2939928 2939983 Sir Paul already has three children fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 by his wife Linda , who died from breast cancer in 1998 . McCartney has three children - fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 - by first wife Linda . +0 1757157 1756828 In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit-car theft . +1 424839 424933 SCO has also alleged that the generic Linux kernel contains code which is from its Unix property . SCO claims that the Linux kernel holds Unix intellectual property owned by SCO . +1 941674 941618 But Amrozi did not reveal and was not asked the company 's or his boss 's name . Amrozi did not reveal , and was not asked , the identity of his boss . +1 1254185 1254350 General Jeffery announced he would give his substantial military pension accumulated over 40 years to charity during his stay at Government House . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . +1 2198929 2198650 The rest said they belonged to another party or had no affiliation . The rest said they had no affiliation or belonged to another party . +1 2820268 2820184 Blair himself took the reins of the Labour Party after its leader John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . +1 469248 469124 In 2002 , for example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , between May and October , due largely to terrorism fears driven by headlines . For example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , from May to October 2002 , largely because of terrorism fears driven by the headlines . +0 3224724 3224642 The House and Senate are expected to vote on the omnibus bill in the next two months . The House Republican leadership said it expected to call members back Dec. 8 for a vote on the omnibus bill . +1 2141596 2141567 She said six were from Douglas County , the southwestern Oregon county that includes Roseburg , and two were from the Portland area . Six were from Douglas County , which includes Roseburg , and two from the Portland area . +0 1096232 1096391 PeopleSoft gained 94 cents , or 5.5 percent , to $ 18.09 . PeopleSoft gained $ 1.09 , or 6.3 percent , to $ 18.24 and was Nasdaq 's most active issue . +1 3232514 3232502 A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn from United International Pictures , says that unlike The Matrix Revolutions , he cannot detect any advance scepticism , even within the business . A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn , of United International Pictures , says he cannot detect , unlike The Matrix Revolutions , any advance scepticism . +1 784095 784495 " The law has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses , " Ashcroft said . He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " +0 2561428 2561327 " Canada is a small country , and it needs companies like this , deals like this . " A passionate nationalist , Mr. D 'Alessandro said : " Canada is a small country , and we need more companies like this . " +0 581566 581586 Revenue rose to $ 616.5 million from $ 610.6 million a year earlier . Revenue was up a tad , from $ 610.6 million to $ 616.5 million . +1 679580 679663 The winner of the Williams-Mauresmo match will play the winner of Justine Henin-Hardenne vs. Chanda Rubin . The Williams-Mauresmo winner will play the winner of the match between Justine Henin-Hardenne and Chanda Rubin . +1 1860195 1860074 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . " By its actions , " Lieberman said , " the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war . " +0 758247 758152 I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " +1 2875204 2875289 The House passed a similar measure by a wide margin on Sept . 9 . The House of Representative passed an identical amendment on Sept . 9 , by a 227-188 vote . +0 1700574 1700638 Reuters reported Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report , and the Rev. Al Sharpton reported $ 12,061 in the bank . Former Illinois Sen. Carol Moseley Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report . +0 1211445 1211102 After learning she would no longer get an experimental drug that treated her severe peanut allergy , Allison Smith reacted with panic . The nurse called Allison Smith with the news : The experimental drug that so effectively treated her severe peanut allergy was being taken away . +0 2990665 2990721 Darren Dopp , a Spitzer spokesman , declined to comment late Thursday . John Heine , a spokesman for the commission in Washington , declined to comment on Mr. Spitzer 's criticism . +1 1467440 1467475 Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons - we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser , " he told an industry audience in London yesterday . Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons -- we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser . " +0 173865 173817 Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1537 , a fresh four-year high and up a half cent from around $ 1.1480 in late U.S. trade . +1 1966117 1966021 Three American warships are off the Liberian coast carrying a total of 2,300 marines . There are three warships with 2,300 Marines lingering off its coast . +1 153219 153202 Those involved were allegedly told to never speak of the incident again , according to the letter . The letter said staff was told to never speak of the incident . +0 222569 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped $ 1.49 or 27 percent , to $ 4 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 1317197 1317098 " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction , " PeopleSoft responded . In a public statement , a spokesperson said : " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction . " +1 598388 598429 At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant of tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated - yet went without penality from umpire Lars Graf . At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant to tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated – yet went unpenalised by umpire Lars Graf . +1 1857283 1857419 The Pentagon says it 's a technique that 's been successful in predicting elections , even box-office receipts . The Pentagon insists the technique has successfully predicted elections and even box office receipts . +1 1402178 1402015 Treatment guidelines , many written by medical-specialty organizations , recommend approaches to many ailments , such as painkillers and exercise for arthritis . Treatment guidelines , many written by medical specialty organizations , outline recommended approaches to many common ailments , ranging from painkillers and exercise for arthritis to surgery for breast cancer . +1 427232 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared with 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . +1 218969 218921 " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , " Mr. Parsons said at a news conference at NASA headquarters . +1 3035805 3035933 None of Deans opponents picked him as someone to party with , nor was Dean asked that question . None of Dean 's opponents picked him as someone to party with and Dean was not asked the question . +1 2920008 2920256 Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event included business and that some of those attending were Tyco employees . Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event was in large part a business function . +0 117405 116942 The Mariners torched Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the eighth for four runs and a 12-5 bulge . The Mariners piled on against Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the bottom of the inning . +1 887074 886949 In a statement , the Redmond , Wash . , company said that it was acquiring the " intellectual property and technology assets " of GeCAD . Microsoft said Tuesday it intends to acquire the intellectual property and technology assets of Romanian antivirus firm GeCAD Software Srl . +1 419328 419467 The horrific nature of the attacks is often fueled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . The attacks are often fuelled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . +0 1697711 1697837 The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which Mr O Muireagáin was a member , welcomed his release . The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which he was a member , said he was researching a schools exchange project . +1 895046 895020 A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M declined to confirm how many employees were affected . A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M Records declined to elaborate . +0 3363080 3363246 In that same time , the S & P and the Nasdaq have gained about 3.5 percent . The Nasdaq composite gained 4.78 to 1,955.80 , having edged up 0.1 percent last week . +0 1785022 1785160 On Monday , U.S. Army Pfc. Jessica Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . +1 2953368 2953320 He urged member states that contribute police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . Undersecretary-General for Peacekeeping Jean-Marie Guehenno urged member states contributing police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . +1 2412871 2412758 Other changes in the plan refine his original vision , Libeskind said . Many of the changes are improvements to the original plan , Libeskind said . +1 2192289 2192322 The new contract extends the guarantee that his annual pay and bonus will be at least $ 2.4 million a year . The contract sets his annual base salary at $ 1.4 million and his target bonus at a minimum of $ 1 million . +1 1660835 1660765 A rebel who was captured said more than 2,000 insurgents were involved in the attack . A captured rebel said 2,100 combatants had been involved in the offensive . +1 1167817 1167737 Under Kansas law , it is illegal for children under the age of 16 to have sexual relations . In the opinion , Kline noted that it is illegal for children that young to have sexual relations . +0 3013559 3013501 Aside from meeting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on the sidelines of the Forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . On the sidelines of the Bo 'ao forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and held talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . +1 1901066 1900994 Fires in Spain 's Extremadura region , which borders Portugal , have forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes . Fires in Spain 's Extramadura region bordering Portugal , and Avila province forced hundreds of people to leave their homes . +1 358545 358607 On a planet that takes nearly 165 years to orbit the sun , spring can last more than 40 years . Because it takes Neptune 165 years to orbit the Sun its seasons will last for decades . +1 424643 424716 SSE CEO Marchant said he would sell on Midlands ' power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow British utility International Power Plc IPR.L for 21 million pounds . After the deal SSE will sell on Midlands 's power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow UK utility International Power Plc for 21 million pounds . +1 229248 228887 Crossing Jordan will be back in January after star Jill Hennessy gives birth . NBC also plans to shelve Crossing Jordan until January as star Jill Hennessy has her first child . +1 2181021 2180960 Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university was prepared to keep the campus running with temporary workers and managers doing extra work . Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university planned to keep the campus running with managers and temporary workers performing union workers ' jobs . +1 1050857 1050763 A member of the chart-topping collective So Solid Crew dumped a loaded pistol in an alleyway as he fled from police , a court heard yesterday . A member of the rap group So Solid Crew threw away a loaded gun during a police chase , Southwark Crown Court was told yesterday . +1 1238193 1238167 They passed through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership in 2001 to Syndia . It said the patents were " allegedly " assigned to Syndia in 2001 through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership . +0 41192 41211 Shares of USA Interactive rose $ 2.28 , or 7 percent , to $ 34.96 on Friday in Nasdaq Stock Market composite trading and have gained 53 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . +1 2042707 2042682 We believe them to be without merit , and will defend ourselves vigorously . " We believe it is without merit and we will defend ourselves rigorously . " +1 2221460 2221621 The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , rose 3.28 , or 0.7 percent , to 494.20 . +1 2254053 2254016 The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires like Mr. Schwarzenegger and Mr. Ueberroth , both Republican candidates . The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires such as Schwarzenegger and Ueberroth . +1 1012075 1012032 Dixon put his style on display Sunday afternoon in winning the Honda Indy 225 at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . +1 1090099 1090192 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side may have fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued today that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " +1 1410935 1410955 Among the most recent additions to the list , which to date includes more than 360 groups and individuals , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . The most recent addition to the list , which to date includes 125 names , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . +0 757161 757320 As of Tuesday , almost 250 health-care workers were in quarantine . In addition , 6,800 people were in quarantine and thousands of health-care workers in working quarantine . +1 2109569 2109788 About 1,000 people attended the ceremony , kicking off two days of observances tied to the March on Washington . About 1,000 people came in stifling heat to begin two days of observances tied to the coming 40th anniversary of the March on Washington on Aug. 28 , 1963 . +1 1729705 1729745 Second quarter sales came in at $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million the year before , AMD said . Revenue in the second quarter ended June 29 was $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million a year ago . +1 2225692 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped without injury , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . +0 1787836 1787964 Southwest exercised nine 2004 options and six 2005 options , which were accelerated for delivery next year . Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . +1 1921888 1921873 Professor Hermon-Taylor adds , An unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS ) were also infected with the MAP bug . Hermon-Taylor said an unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS ) may also be infected with MAP . +0 2046226 2046137 Preliminary reports were that the men were not seen together at the airport , sources said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . +0 3041807 3041719 Details of the research appear in the Nov. 5 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The results , published in the Journal of the American Medical Association , involved just 47 heart attack patients . +1 182373 182570 Six countries have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason , the ministry said . Spain , Poland , United Arab Emirates and Lithuania have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason . +0 3435718 3435733 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > tacked on 5.91 points , or 0.29 percent , to 2,053.27 . The technology-focused Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > advanced 6 points , or 0.30 percent , to 2,053 , erasing earlier losses . +1 1082201 1082171 United Airlines plans to become the first domestic airline to offer e-mail on all its domestic flights by the end of the year , the company announced yesterday . United Airways plans to offer in-flight , two-way e-mail on all domestic flights by the end of the year , becoming the first U.S. carrier to do so . +1 524455 524526 Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said it appeared to have veered from its flight path because of the fog . Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said initial information indicated it had veered from its flight path because of fog . +1 2082864 2083180 Meteorologists predicted the storm would become a Category 1 hurricane before landfall . It was predicted to become a Category I hurricane overnight . +1 1678989 1678913 I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker , ' ' Sherry Studabaker told BBC television . I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker . " +1 2251019 2251007 Sweeney said he would formally announce the formation of the new union on Wednesday in Detroit . Sweeney is to formally announce the campaign in a speech Wednesday in Detroit . +0 2947200 2947300 Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 290-1 / 2p while Morrison shares rose 1-3 / 4p to 222-3 / 4p in early morning trade . Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 288-1 / 4p in morning trade in London . +1 549224 549434 Emeryville-based Ask Jeeves agreed to sell a business software division to a Sunnyvale-based rival , Kanisa , for $ 4.25 million . Ask Jeeves Wednesday announced it plans to sell its enterprise software division , Jeeves Solutions , to Kanisa . +1 3050823 3051282 " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hate most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . " It went on : " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hated most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . +1 3275436 3275564 A positive PSA test has to be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures before cancer can be confirmed . Before confirming a diagnosis of cancer , a positive PSA test must be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures . +1 2724082 2724346 But Mr. Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . +0 1588251 1588119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index gained 25.75 points , or 1.5 percent , to 1,746.46 , its highest close in about 15 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . +0 2497083 2497357 In 1998 Intel invested $ 500 million in Micron , but later sold the equity it had bought , Mulloy said . Earlier this year , Intel invested $ 123 million in Elpida Memory over two funding rounds , Mulloy said . +1 1499622 1499552 So far , however , only four companies have licensed the protocols , according to the report to the judge yesterday . So far , only four companies have licensed Microsoft 's communications protocols : EMC , Network Appliance , VeriSign and Starbak Communications , the report noted . +1 912352 912568 The speaker issued a one-paragraph statement , saying , " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel J. Michael Boxley , " Silver said . +0 779810 779840 In the second quarter , Anadarko now expects volume of 46 million BOE , down from 48 million BOE . Production for the second quarter was cut to 46 million barrels from 48 million barrels . +1 2594771 2594835 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . The Institute 's national manufacturing barometer slipped to 53.7 in September from 54.7 in August . +0 390614 390727 It got up on his personal radar screen this past week , I 've given him my pitch and he was quite supportive , " he said . " It got up on his personal radar screen in the past week , and I had to get my pitch . +0 1462228 1462201 " It 's just too important to keeping crime down , " he said of Operation Impact , which began Jan. 3 . " It 's just too important to keeping crime down in the city to let it lapse , " the mayor said of Operation Impact . +1 1602801 1602232 The couple was granted an annulment in September 2001 and Joanie Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . Joanie Harper and Brothers were granted an annulment in September 2001 , and Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . +0 333586 333691 Iraq 's economy was ravaged during years of U.N. sanctions over ex-president Saddam Hussein 's 1990 occupation of Kuwait and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . Iraq 's economy was shattered under former president Saddam Hussein and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . +0 927971 927923 Nationwide , severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 5,300 people , about two-thirds of world 's total , and killed 343 of them . Severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 8,300 worldwide and killed at least 790 , most of them in Asia . +0 2122781 2122817 Under the settlement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million in equal installments over a period of 10 years . Under the agreement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million and Monsanto will pay $ 390 million . +1 3416793 3416659 Smith found the cigarette tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , meaning the tribe is simply an agent for collecting a tax . Smith ruled that the state 's tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , making the tribe simply an agent for collecting the tax . +1 1703383 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a Bloomfield Township parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . +0 1842916 1842855 After Mao 's death in 1976 , Madame Mao was sentenced to life imprisonment for her role in the oppressive Cultural Revolution . After Mao 's death in 1976 , she was tried and sentenced to death , later commuted to life . +0 2333634 2333613 Six vehicles , including one belonging to the army , were damaged in the powerful explosion . Several passing vehicles and an adjacent shop were also damaged in the explosion . +0 3436564 3436580 If convicted , they face up to five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine on each of the 11 counts . If convicted , each faces up to five years in prison and a fine of $ 250,000 or more based on the amount of gains involved . +1 2767189 2767088 There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to outnumber those who accept it by around 20 to 17 . There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to be in the majority . +1 497592 497567 " Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate [ to demonstrate a vulnerability ] without building in the reproductive sequences . Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate without building in the reproductive sequences . " +1 2222013 2222000 In other words , Cablevision is obligated to pay for YES Network 's lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . Ironically , Cablevision will be footing the bill for YES ' lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . +0 142757 142681 Germany 's Foreign Ministry said it believed the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein , but had no further details . Germany said most of the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein . +1 556817 556894 A gunman who had ``a beef with the Postal Service ' ' stormed into a suburban post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , authorities said . A gunman stormed into the Lakeside post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , San Diego County authorities said . +1 2081069 2081132 The agency will " consider as timely any tax returns or payments due " Aug. 15 if they are submitted by Aug. 22 . The agency said it would consider as timely any tax returns or payments due from Friday through Aug. 22 if they are completed by Aug. 22 . +1 52697 52210 Appleton said police continue to hold out the possibility that more than one person was involved in the poisonings . He said investigators have not ruled out the possibility that more than one person was behind the poisonings . +1 1821953 1822072 " My judgment is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " +1 1910298 1910189 Shares of Microsoft fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft shares ( MSFT : news , chart , profile ) fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 . +1 1084673 1084603 His other films include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam " and " Jungle Fever . " His movies include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam , " " Jungle Fever " and " Do the Right Thing . " +1 386392 386453 She was arraigned in New York state on three counts of murder and ordered held without bail . She was arraigned on three counts of second-degree murder and ordered held without bail in Sullivan County Jail . +1 1125577 1125579 He acted as an international executive producer on Who Wants to be a Millionaire and The Weakest Link . A Melbourne TV producer who worked on shows including Who Wants To Be a Millionaire ? +1 1784357 1784427 After 9 / 11 , Connolly said , agents spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . Connolly said FBI agents in San Diego and abroad spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . +0 1343037 1343491 The Dow Jones industrial average fell 98.30 , or 1.1 percent , while bond values fell , too . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . +0 3240212 3240174 Proving that the Millville son 's sacrifice would not go unsung , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-mast for the next 30 days . In Millville yesterday , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-staff for the next 30 days . +1 2733361 2733225 With an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion , Mrs. Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people . Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people , with an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion . +1 1924249 1924200 The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the prisoners freed by Saddam before the war . The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the tens of thousands of prisoners that Mr. Hussein freed last year . +0 127711 127942 Pratt & Whitney had said that 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to Europe , with final assembly in Germany . Pratt & Whitney had said that if it won the contract 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to European suppliers , with final assembly in Germany . +1 1814559 1814485 " People who are high in positive emotions sleep better , they have better diets , they exercise more , they have lower levels of these stress hormones , " Cohen said . " Happy people sleep better , have better diets , exercise more and have less levels of stress hormones , " Cohen said . +0 1319416 1319587 Robin Saunders , head of the bank 's London-based principal finance unit , is also expected to quit . Robin Saunders , head of the principal finance unit , has made clear she has funding to buy parts of the business . +0 1400051 1399931 But the new study , from the Women 's Health Initiative , said the opposite . The discovery so alarmed researchers that they stopped the study , known as the Women 's Health Initiative . +1 2677870 2677957 It wants to force him to return his allegedly ill-gotten gains , with interest , and pay penalties . The agency wants him to return the illegal proceeds with interest and pay civil monetary penalties . +1 1141165 1141074 Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Hussein hail , about 90 miles north of Baghdad , U.S. military officials said Wednesday night . Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Saddam hail , about 150 kilometres north-west of Baghdad , US military officials said . +1 175648 175674 They remain 40 percent below the levels prior to February 's initial overstatement news . The stock remains 43 percent below levels prior to the February overstatement news . +0 2637529 2637241 The arrests revealed new details about the four-month investigation at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home . Kerkowski and Fassett 's bodies were unearthed at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home on June 5 . +1 129988 130086 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > lost 6 points , or 0.71 percent , to 927 . The broad Standard & Poors 500-stock index was down 4.77 points to 929.62 . +1 1650317 1650169 Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's conference in Texas . +0 433768 433845 Now , Blanca 's American husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk , faces a murder indictment issued in February by the Philippine government , which says he 's the leading suspect . Now , Blanca 's husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk of Tracy , faces a murder indictment issued by the Philippine government in February . +0 394030 394435 A key question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . +0 697069 697045 " Certainly what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying very seriously , " he added . " We don 't know everything [ but ] what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying seriously , " he said . +0 2079192 2079450 On Wall Street , trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout that continued to affect parts of New York City . Stocks barely budged Friday as trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout in New York . +0 3294289 3294206 Tony Blair has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe at the gathering in the capital Abuja . The Prime Minister has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe . +1 3015328 3015421 Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . James Brolin and Judy Davis play Ronald and Nancy Reagan in the CBS film . +0 2677674 2677852 The Securities and Exchange Commission also filed a civil fraud complaint against Dinh , of Phoenixville . The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . +0 3009646 3009757 Levin 's attorney , Bo Hitchcock , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . +0 3455245 3455323 A month ago a military C-17 transporter returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded . A month ago a military transport plane returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded in what officials called a " safety incident . " +1 3175893 3176113 The Swiss franc rose nearly a third of a centime against the dollar and was last at 1.2998 < CHF = > to the greenback . The Swiss franc rose three quarters of a percent against the dollar and was last at 1.2980 to the greenback . +0 314376 314810 Associated Press Writers Michelle Morgante in San Diego and Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . Associated Press Writer Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . +1 1497869 1497957 The purchase is the largest conservation transaction in Hawaii 's history , the agencies said . The $ 22 million deal , announced Thursday , is also the largest land conservation transaction in Hawaii history . +0 132072 131680 She said Nelson heard someone shout , " Let 's get the Jew ! " Mr. Nelson heard people shout : " There 's a Jew . +1 3047892 3047936 The FCC said existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment would remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . It also required that existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment will remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . +1 2728250 2728424 Motorola had scheduled its earnings report to be released today after the close of trading . The Schaumburg , Ill.-based company had scheduled its earnings report to be released on Tuesday after the close of trading . +1 1721269 1721439 For the third time in the past four years , wildfires are the problem . It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . +0 1927830 1927804 Most of those killed were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal who were working at Rohtang tunnel . The majority of the dead were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal . +1 388283 388371 Axcan 's shares closed down 63 Canadian cents , or 4 percent , at C $ 16.93 in Toronto on Tuesday . Axcan 's shares were down 3.8 percent , or 66 Canadian cents , at C $ 16.90 in Toronto on Tuesday . +0 472948 472521 It forecast 445 billion yen in loan-loss charges for the year ending next March . The bank booked 820 billion yen in loan-loss charges compared with 1.9 trillion yen a year ago . +0 3063387 3063680 Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch dismissed on Friday claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . +1 1006726 1006791 On Thursday , Lee won a preliminary injunction in New York preventing Viacom from using the name " Spike TV . " On Thursday , a New York City judge ordered Viacom to stop using the name Spike TV pending a trial . +1 3388966 3389018 A grief-stricken old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , uttering : " My child , my child . " One old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , only able to utter : " My child , my child . " +1 1741621 1742071 In 1999 a California legislator proposed a law requiring driving tests for those over the age of 75 who sought to renew their licenses . In 1999 a California state senator proposed a law requiring motorists over the age of 75 to take driving tests to renew their licenses . +0 3271965 3272067 More than 400 people have been killed since August , including Afghan and foreign aid workers , U.S. and Afghan soldiers , officials and police , and many guerrillas . They have included local and foreign aid workers , U.S. troops , Afghan soldiers , officials and police , as well as many guerrillas . +1 1603953 1603866 The results will be published the July 10 issue of the journal Nature . The results appear in Thursday ’ s issue of the journal Nature . +1 2573271 2573289 The Opposition Leader , Simon Crean , said John Howard had been forced to make changes by the incompetence of his ministers . The Leader of the Opposition , Simon Crean , said from Jakarta that the reshuffle had been forced by ministerial incompetence . +1 62712 62605 In fact , 10 million shares of the sale went to an unidentified charitable trust - which promptly sold them . Turner said he transferred 10 million additional shares to a charitable trust , which also liquidated them . +0 1515667 1515844 The airline says only Robert Milton is taking a 15-per-cent reduction in pay . The airline 's pilots , for example , are taking a 15-per-cent cut . +1 577830 578527 The WHIMS study found that combination hormone therapy doubled the risk for probable dementia in women 65 and older and did not prevent mild cognitive impairment . One study found that combination therapy doubled the risk of probable dementia and did not prevent less-severe mental decline . +0 1013629 1013779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 16.02 points , or 1.62 percent , at 1,004.63 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 28.73 points , or 1.77 percent , at 1,655.22 . +1 1793282 1793115 Researchers found that people 65 and older who had fish once a week had a 60 % lower risk of Alzheimer 's than those who never or rarely ate fish . Older people who eat fish at least once a week could cut their risk of Alzheimer 's by more than half , a study suggests . +0 2661773 2661839 The product also features an updated release of the Apache Web server , as well as Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis . Panther Server also includes an updated release of Apache , along with Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis for creating powerful web services . +1 1958219 1958344 Clayton 's shares were also suspended from trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Clayton Homes ' stock ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange after Wednesday 's close . +1 3349925 3349953 The cleanup , including new carpeting , electrical wiring and bathrooms , cost about $ 130 million . The $ 130 million cleanup included new carpet , electrical wiring and bathrooms . +1 1551928 1551941 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . +0 774305 774531 They said many had been beaten , and police officers also stormed private wards at the hospital and harassed patients . They said the police officers also entered various private wards at the clinic and attacked patients . +1 1369889 1369743 US authorities blame Al Qaeda for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . U.S. authorities blame Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida network for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . +0 2413943 2414227 Standing with reporters and photographers about 150 yards from the prison gates was Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . +1 703785 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a US $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . +1 816836 816862 Earlier this year , the company announced a restatement of its 2002 , 2001 and 2000 financial results . Earlier this year , the company said it would restate its 2000 , 2001 and 2002 financial results . +1 3254507 3254576 U.S. same-store sales last months at Tim Hortons rose 8.8 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . +1 2486780 2486826 World economic leaders hailed signs of a global revival on Tuesday but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . DUBAI , SEPTEMBER 23 : The world economic leaders hailed on Tuesday signs of a global revival but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . +0 2410247 2410058 Sterling was down 0.8 percent against the dollar at $ 1.5875 GBP = . The dollar rose 0.15 percent against the Japanese currency to 115.97 yen . +1 881910 882010 Police said they believe Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates - though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . +1 1023571 1023460 Peck died peacefully at his Los Angeles home early Thursday with his wife of 48 years , Veronique , by his side . Peck , who was 87 , died peacefully at his Los Angeles home last Thursday with his French-born wife of 48 years , Veronique , at his side . +0 709 140 Holden toured Northmoor , a small town in Platte County , Mo . , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed . Mr. Holden toured Northmoor , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed and the town hall and police station also were damaged . +1 2122033 2121806 But in the end , all the worm did was visit a pornography site , said Vincent Weafer , a security director with Symantec Security Response in California . But Vincent Weafer , security director with Symantec Security Response , said all the virus did was visit a pornography site . +1 1859329 1859352 While it was being called mandatory , Dupont said authorities were not forcing people from their homes . It was called mandatory , but Dupont said authorities did not force people to leave . +1 21117 21294 Shares in Juniper Networks jumped more than 10 per cent on Monday after the networking equipment maker inked a sales and marketing deal with Lucent Technologies . The stock of Juniper Networks Inc. rose sharply Monday after the Mountain View , Calif.-based network-equipment maker announced a distribution and development deal with Lucent Technologies Inc . +0 2565368 2565308 The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . U.S. District Judge Lee R. West ruled Tuesday in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacks authority to run the registry . +1 2029879 2029809 The report said the Corpus Christi-based agent twice called Escobar while the legislator was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . The report said the agent twice called state Rep. Juan Escobar while he was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . +1 2886542 2886524 Yesterday , shares closed up 29 cents , or 0.54 percent , at $ 54.32 . Amazon 's shares yesterday closed at $ 54.32 on the Nasdaq Stock Market , up 29 cents . +1 1570656 1570634 North American futures pointed to a sub-par start to trading on Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . North American stock markets got off to a slow start Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . +1 1106299 1106238 President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . President George Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for war . +1 1702374 1702510 Officials with Rescue California , one of the groups leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit laughable . The director of Rescue California , the group leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit " laughable . " +1 607862 607926 The agreement resolves a lawsuit AOL filed against Microsoft in January 2002 on behalf of its subsidiary , Netscape Communications . The legal settlement resolves the private anti-trust lawsuit filed against Microsoft in January 2002 by AOL Time Warner 's America Online unit on behalf of its Netscape subsidiary . +0 822527 822661 The street-racing sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " won the pole position at the box office , taking in an estimated $ 52.1 million in its opening weekend . The PG-13 sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " raked in an estimated $ 52.1 million during its opening weekend , jumping over last weekend 's catch , " Finding Nemo . " +1 1742856 1742961 Dell has about 32 percent of the U.S. market , but much lower share in the rest of the world . Dell has 32 percent of the PC market in the United States , but it has only a 10 percent share in the rest of the world . +1 1946070 1946095 He was sent to Larned State Hospital , where he was evaluated and treated . He ordered him sent to the Larned State Security Hospital for continued evaluation and treatment . +0 1077094 1076865 Two weeks later on New Year 's night , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick was discovered bound and strangled in her apartment . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . +0 2098822 2098594 With the power back on , state workers headed back to their jobs Friday morning . Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . +1 2905740 2905779 The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada - the FDA 's counterpart in Canada . The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada , which serves a similar role as the FDA for the Canadian government . +0 2009313 2009334 Democrats argue they are not constitutionally required to redraw the lines , and that proposed maps would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . They argue that proposed congressional redistricting maps reviewed by the Legislature would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . +1 556729 556771 After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages after authorities delivered on his request for soft drinks . After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages when authorities delivered on his request for a six-pack of soda . +1 3009407 3008992 Lee Peterson testified that he reached his son on his cell phone and talked to him for a couple of minutes . Lee said he reached Scott on his cell phone and they talked for a couple minutes between noon and 2 p.m. on Dec. 24 . +0 3303186 3303083 Both bidders agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt owed on the planes . Wexford had agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt to buy the planes and certificate . +0 139339 139370 In 1999 , the building 's owners , the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey , issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 { inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . +0 1474190 1474666 A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . His injured co-worker , a woman , was hospitalized as well but listed in good condition , Reichert said . +0 698721 698773 Palm plans to issue about 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders , on a fully diluted basis . Palm will issue approximately 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders . +1 214550 214034 The judge ordered the unsealing yesterday at the request of several news agencies , including The Seattle Times , The Associated Press and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer . The depositions were made public yesterday at the request of the P-I , The Seattle Times and The Associated Press . +1 1369897 1369750 Assani said Tuesday he did not know what to charge the men with because US officials refused to share information with him . Prosecutors said they did not know what crimes to charge the men with because U.S. officials refused to share information with them . +1 578529 578450 Researchers predicted an additional 23 cases of dementia a year for every 10,000 women on the therapy . This represents an additional 23 cases of dementia per year in every 10,000 women treated . +1 3088719 3088344 Jacob has pushed consolidation for years , but he has said many communities , especially rural ones , have opposed it . Jacob has pushed consolidation for years but said it has been opposed by many communities , especially rural ones . +1 637875 637821 A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times as hot as a blowtorch . " A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times hotter than a blowtorch . +1 1587560 1587910 Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . Under terms of the agreement , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 shares of EMC common stock for each Legato share they hold . +1 3224745 3224869 " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a ' compromise . ' " " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a compromise , " Hollings said in a statement . +0 1568530 1568622 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders . Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders about troop needs in Iraq . +1 1657631 1657617 Goodrem , 18 , announced on Friday that she was suffering Hodgkin 's disease , a curable form of lymphoma cancer . It was announced on Friday that Goodrem had been diagnosed with Hodgkin 's disease , a form of cancer which affects the lymph nodes . +1 2330905 2330778 He says that " this is a time when we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it . " This is the time we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it , " he wrote . +1 2516995 2517032 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . Burma pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be released from a hospital after recovering from surgery but remain under detention at home , her personal physician said today . +1 20860 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for not meeting the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . +1 960865 960919 The budget fell steadily until dropping as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and has gradually risen to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . It fell steadily until it dropped as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and rose gradually to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . +1 4544 4728 A council of up to nine Iraqis probably will lead the countrys interim government through the coming months , the U.S. civil administrator said Monday . A council of up to nine Iraqis will probably lead the country 's still unformed interim government through the coming months , the American civil administrator said Monday . +1 3057898 3057973 They found molecules that can only be produced when ozone breaks down cholesterol . And all of the samples contained molecules that can only be produced when cholesterol interacts with ozone . +1 2052102 2052009 Ghulam Mahaiuddin , head of administration in the southern province of Helmand , said the bus blast happened early in the morning , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . The bus blast in Helmand happened early in the morning in Nadi Ali district , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . +1 2025345 2025384 Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys would be financed with cash on hand plus bank borrowings being arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys will be made up of money on hand , plus bank borrowings arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . +1 800170 800387 Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein possessed chemical and biological weapons and was hiding them . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein ( news - web sites ) possessed chemical , biological and other weapons and was hiding them . +1 1114071 1114169 The numbers highlight a conundrum : the difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . As stark as the numbers themselves , is the conundrum they highlight : the growing difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . +1 126756 126728 " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " he said . Overall , " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " said Burt Flickinger of Strategic Resource Group . +1 2826484 2826474 The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . +1 1311599 1311475 The two cases concerned the admissions policies of the University of Michigan 's law school and undergraduate college . The two cases were from the University of Michigan , one involving undergraduate admissions and the other , law school admissions . +0 1583605 1583419 With the test , Hubbard said , " I believe that we have found the smoking gun . " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . +0 1244619 1244520 Scribner 's body was found floating in the city 's Portage Bay , where he lived with his wife in a houseboat . A kayaker found Dr. Scribner 's body floating near the doctor 's houseboat in Portage Bay , where he was eating lunch when his wife , Ethel , left for an appointment . +1 276585 276121 Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the central government . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . +0 2932499 2932655 The Pentagon , saying that Boykin requested it , is investigating his remarks . The Pentagon has begun an official investigation into Boykin 's remarks . +1 2123408 2123821 She said Jane Doe 's lawyers asked Verizon to withhold her name because she was planning on challenging the subpoena . Jane Doe , deciding to fight the subpoena , asked Verizon to withhold her name . +1 2809238 2809225 The two men were allegedly trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the assassination plot . The informant alleged that the two arrested men were trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the conspiracy to kill Mr Putin . +1 1642377 1641945 The council comprises 13 Shi 'ites , five Sunni Arabs , five Kurds , an Assyrian Christian and a Turkmen . The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . +0 2954631 2954533 Eyewitnesses told how Sally , 62 , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , screamed as the escalator collapsed then sucked her in . Mother-of-two Sally , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , had stepped on to the escalator when it collapsed . +1 2510105 2510295 The company is working with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE development community as part of the effort . This framework will be based on the company 's work with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE community . +0 2233837 2233648 The United States has accused Iran of masking plans to make nuclear weapons behind a civilian nuclear programme . The United States has repeatedly accused Iran of trying to develop nuclear weapons . +0 2060828 2060865 A new variant of Blaster also appeared Wednesday and seemed to be spreading , according to antivirus companies . The new variation of Blaster was identified Wednesday , according to antivirus company Sophos . +0 2420461 2420627 Directed by Jonathan Lynn from a script by Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . Whole Nine Yards , " and written by first-time screenwriters Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . +0 1110030 1109897 The U.N. nuclear watchdog reprimanded Iran on Thursday for failing to comply with its nuclear safeguards obligations and called on Tehran to unconditionally accept stricter inspections by the agency . The U.N. atomic watchdog rapped Iran Thursday for failing to comply with nuclear safeguards , issuing a statement Washington said underlined international opposition to Tehran developing any banned weapons . +0 1053893 1053856 She said he persisted and she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in the front seat of his car . She said she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in his car , and they chatted . +1 409061 408834 A base configuration with a 2.0GHz Intel Celeron processor , 128M bytes of memory , a 40G-byte hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs US $ 729 . A base configuration with a 2.4GHz Pentium 4 , 128MB of RAM , a 40GB hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs $ 699 . +1 2614750 2614861 " We have some small opportunities in November and maybe January , " Mr. Parsons said optimistically . " I think we have some opportunities -- some small opportunities -- in November and possibly January , " he said . +0 554880 554867 Tidmarsh will compete in today 's third round . Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . +0 413070 413025 Foam flaking off from all over the tank left dozens of pockmarks each flight on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . During the problem liftoffs , foam left dozens of pockmarks on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . +0 1818993 1819308 Mr Eddington described Monday 's talks with union leaders as " sensible " . Mr Eddington is to meet union leaders today and tomorrow . +1 368268 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . +0 345633 345651 During the same quarter last year , EDS declared a profit of $ 354 million , or 72 cents per share . EDS reported a first-quarter loss of $ 126 million , or 26 cents per share . +0 2508905 2508873 ICANN has criticised the changes and asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend them . ICANN asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend Site Finder while the Internet community studied the issues . +1 957412 957368 Less than a month after departing her anchor 's chair at " Dateline NBC , " Jane Pauley has signed a new deal with NBC to host a syndicated daytime talk show . Less than a month after leaving as host of " Dateline NBC , " Pauley agreed Thursday to launch a daytime talk show for NBC Enterprises . +1 67647 67568 " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar to multi-party democracy and national conciliation . " " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar closer to multiparty democracy and national reconciliation , " a government statement said . +0 758946 758882 The administration cited those links as primary justification for invading Iraq and toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein . The Bush administration cited that intelligence as primary justification for invading Iraq . +1 401776 401856 A few hours later , the House voted 256 to 170 to pass the Healthy Forest Restoration Act sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . The House voted 256-170 on Tuesday to approve the bill sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . +1 1093801 1093505 I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today . " I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today , Beckham said in the statement . +0 44128 44110 Bremer will focus on the politics , Garner said , adding that he expects Bremer to arrive in Iraq by next week . Bremer will focus on the politics and Garner on the rest of the reconstruction efforts , Garner said , adding that Bremer will arrive in Iraq by next week . +1 364285 364510 More than 130 people and $ 17 million have been seized nationwide in operations by the FBI and other agencies to stop cybercrime . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . +0 3428580 3428605 The family stopped for lunch at Freshwater Spit , where several children went to the water 's edge to play in the surf shortly after noon . Several children , including the 8-year-old , went down to the water 's edge to play in the surf . +0 126081 126035 Island Def Jam must pay $ 52 million in punitive damages , and Cohen must pay the remaining $ 56 million , the jury said . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . +1 816362 816340 Without going into specifics , Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs . Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs , though they did not get into specifics . +1 2444625 2444663 " I am happy to be here in the United States , far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson said through a Spanish interpreter . " I am very happy to be here in the United States far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson told the judge . +0 2728531 2728557 Excluding one-time items , the company enjoyed a profit of 6 cents a share . Excluding one-time items , it expects profit of 11 cents to 15 cents a share . +1 2907521 2907231 In January 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised Frozen Fantasies . On Jan. 12 , 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised " Frozen Fantasies . " +1 2045000 2045542 Lakhani was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to a terrorist group and acting as an arms broker without a license . He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . +1 1128342 1128293 General Motors Corp. posted a record 8.4 percent improvement in 2000 . General Motors Corp. posted the best-ever improvement in 2000 at 8.4 percent . +0 113542 113404 Woodley , who underwent a liver transplant in 1992 , died of liver and kidney failure . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . +1 75607 75647 Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 most-wanted Iraqis now in US custody . Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 who have been caught . +0 2100801 2100840 Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and the spending limits that come with it and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . +1 2494709 2494434 " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the FTC authority to implement the national Do Not Call list . " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the F.T.C. authority to implement the national do-not-call list , " the congressmen said in a statement . +1 2331916 2331805 Ruffner , 45 , doesn 't yet have an attorney in the murder charge , authorities said . Ruffner , 45 , does not have a lawyer on the murder charge , authorities said . +1 1149320 1149378 It also faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to the company 's business , he added . " It is highly conditional , faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to our business . " +1 2566479 2566562 Mason said al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport on Sunday as he came into the country . Al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport after arriving on a British Airways flight from London . +1 822726 822816 I never thought I 'd write these words , but here goes : I miss Vin Diesel . I never thought I 'd say this , but I almost missed Vin Diesel at first . +0 1704503 1704527 The report ranked 45 large companies based on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . Of those three , only Dillard 's responded to the survey that ranked 45 large companies on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . +1 1363174 1362840 Those findings , published in today 's Journal of the American Medical Association , are the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . The findings , published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association , were the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . +0 1741477 1742080 A view of the devastation left behind when a man drove his car through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica on Wednesday . The body of a victim lies under a yellow tarp in front of a car that plowed through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica . +1 2635090 2635234 Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . Legal experts say the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . +1 885963 886113 An amendment to remove the exemption for the state-sanctioned sites failed on a much closer 237-186 vote . An amendment to remove such protections failed by a vote of 186 to 237 . +1 1367262 1366598 The AP quotes a local policeman as saying the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during a demonstration yesterday in the town of Majar Al-Kabir . Associated Press quotes a local policeman as saying that the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during an earlier demonstration in the town of Majar al-Kabir . +1 144649 144855 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaeda " . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " +1 1311944 1312142 Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said yesterday that the men 's behavior " was a disgrace , and totally inappropriate for city employees . " Mayor Bloomberg said the " behavior of the people in question was a disgrace and totally inappropriate for city employees . " +1 1904549 1904949 Right now , only six states do : Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia , and Wisconsin . Manuals produced by only six states _ Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia and Wisconsin _ now have such sections . +1 816832 816868 Mr. Brendsel is expected to remain with the Freddie Mac Foundation . Freddie expects Brendsel to continue serving as chair of the Freddie Mac Foundation . +1 2480058 2479942 They also are reshaping the retail business relationship elsewhere , as companies take away ideas and practices that change how they do business in their own firms and with others . They also are reshaping the retail-business relationship , as companies take away concepts and practices that change how they do business internally and with others . +0 2594777 2594743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 39.39 points , or 2.2 percent , to 1,826.33 , after losing more than 2 percent on Tuesday . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 194.14 points , or 2.09 percent , to 9,469.20 after sinking more than 1 percent a day earlier . +1 532804 532661 Frank Quattrone , the former Credit Suisse First Boston technology investment-banking guru , reportedly pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . NEW YORK - ( Dow Jones ) - Former star investment banker Frank Quattrone pleaded not guilty Tuesday to criminal charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . +1 544327 544219 It is the fifth such election in Iraq , after the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . Other elections have taken place in the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . +1 722149 721936 It said a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission is expected as well . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +1 2123788 2123881 " This individual 's lawyers are trying to obtain from the court a free pass to download or upload music online illegally . " " Her lawyers are trying to obtain a free pass to download or upload music on-line illegally . +0 968474 968105 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 26 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.17 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . +0 2968158 2968212 The shooter ran away , police said , eluding an officer who gave chase . Police said the shooter ran away from an officer who chased him , and still was being sought Thursday night . +1 1959733 1960031 But SCO has hit back , saying : " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . In a statement , an SCO spokeman said , " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . +1 994934 994692 Helicopters hovered over al-Khalidiya into the early hours of Sunday . Helicopters hovered throughout the day over the Al-Khalidiya neighborhood where the raid took place . +1 2500633 2500732 If Walker appeals Parrish 's ruling , it would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . The appeal would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . +1 2828314 2828036 Boykin ’ s also referred to Islamist fighters as America ’ s “ spiritual enemy ” that , “ will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus ” . Our " spiritual enemy , " Boykin continued , " will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus . " +1 753887 753925 The first vulnerability is a buffer overrun that results from IE 's failure to properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . First up , Microsoft said a buffer overrun vulnerability occurs because IE does not properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . +1 3320834 3320891 " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not co-mingling appropriated and non-appropriated funds ( from Congress ) , " said Faletti . " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not comingling appropriated and nonappropriated funds [ from Congress ] , " said Faletti . +1 98431 98656 In Falluja on Thursday , two grenades were thrown at soldiers from the Third Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven . In Al-Fallujah , two grenades were thrown Thursday at soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven , none seriously . +1 1888279 1887736 Prince Saud said , " The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of September 11 , 2001 . " " The kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of Sept . 11 , 2001 , " he said . +1 3179086 3179247 " If the voluntary reliability standards were complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem . " " If the voluntary reliability standards had been complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem , " Mr. Dhaliwal said . +0 817767 818075 China accounted for about 14 percent of Motorola 's sales last year , and the company has large manufacturing operations there . China accounted for 14 % of Motorola 's $ 26.7 billion in sales last year . +1 2426433 2426378 Shares of MONY were gaining $ 2.57 , or 9 % , to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading on Instinet . MONY shares rose 8.76 per cent to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading in New York . +0 41036 41207 Founded in 1996 , the LendingTree exchange consists of more than 200 banks , lenders , and brokers . LendingTree matches borrowers via the Internet with more than 200 mortgage brokers , banks and other lenders . +0 1802451 1802621 Houston fourth-graders also performed similarly to national peers in writing . " New York City and Houston fourth-graders were at the national average in writing . +1 3049097 3049174 If achieved it would represent an increase of 10 per cent from the same quarter a year ago . That would represent an increase of some 10 per cent from the year before , it added . +0 352111 352127 It cut taxes while balancing the budget for three years and reduced Europe 's second highest per capita national debt . It cut taxes while still balancing the budget for three years and bringing down Europe 's highest national debt as a proportion of gross domestic product after Italy . +0 316781 316726 " We continue to work with the Saudis on this , but they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . +1 1729777 1729703 In the second quarter last year , the company experienced a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents a share , on sales of $ 600 million . The company posted a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents per share , in the year-earlier period , it said in a statement Wednesday . +0 659434 659543 We don 't know if any will be SARS , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . +1 1144181 1144125 We need a certifiable pay as you go budget by mid-July or schools wont open in September , Strayhorn said . Texas lawmakers must close a $ 185.9 million budget gap by the middle of July or the schools wont open in September , Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn said Thursday . +1 2009781 2009643 In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to serve 200,000 children in 15 cities , most who come from housing projects or homeless shelters . In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to 15 cities , serving 200,000 children , most of whom come from housing projects or homeless shelters . +1 1657933 1657875 A spokesman said : " Further testing is under way but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook is positive . " " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . +1 908371 908485 Except for a few archaic characteristics , they are as recognizable as Hamlet 's poor Yorick . Except for a few archaic characteristics , the skulls are readily recognizable . +0 3391807 3391585 He is a brother to three-year-old Mia , from Kate 's first marriage , to film producer Jim Threapleton . Winslet , 28 , has a three-year-old daughter Mia by her first husband , British film producer Jim Threapleton . +1 390669 390518 Only two other countries , Germany and the Dominican Republic , have publicly expressed reservations , and Germany has since said it will sign it . Only two other countries , the Dominican Republic and Germany , publicly expressed reservations about the treaty , and Germany has since said it will support the pact . +1 1786751 1786721 The settlement includes $ 4.1 million in attorneys ' fees and expenses . Plaintiffs ' attorneys would get $ 4.1 million of the settlement . +0 2634670 2634777 It reports a mailing list of 50,000 and support from about 500 congregations and 50 bishops . The group has the support of about 215 churches and an estimated 25 bishops . +1 2396402 2396167 Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there , " Reuters reports Langone as saying . " Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there . " +1 2224083 2223824 The state has received 19 entries in a competition for a World Trade Center Memorial and is working with families of victims to select a winner . The state has received 19 entries in that competition and is working with families of victims to select a winner . +1 3331063 3330996 However , John Clare , chief executive of the Dixons Group , expressed his disappointment . John Clare , Dixons chief executive , objected to the Commission 's findings . +0 3356730 3356964 " The same three Response Team members also met with Monsignor Grass , who while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true . " Monsignor Grass ... while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true , " the statement said . +1 2594785 2594802 U.S. manufacturing growth expanded for the third straight month in September but at a slower pace , according to a report released shortly after the opening bell . US manufacturing grew for the third consecutive month in September , but at a slower rate than in previous months , according to a survey released Wednesday . +1 2560775 2560832 Microsoft has described the technology as " a brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media rich applications in Longhorn . " Microsoft calls it : " A brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media-rich applications in Longhorn . " +0 1738026 1737931 But for more than a century , an untold amount of money intended for some of the nation 's poorest residents was lost , stolen or never collected . For more than a century , an undetermined amount of money was lost , stolen , or never collected . +1 2983733 2983954 It is rare for a legal challenge to occur before a bill becomes law . Experts say legal challenges are rare before a bill becomes law . +1 3150046 3150090 St. Paul Chairman and Chief Executive Jay S. Fishman , 51 , will be CEO of the combined company . Jay Fishman , 51 , chairman and chief executive of St Paul , will be chief executive of the combined company . +0 1166934 1166943 There are now 37 active probable cases in the GTA , compared with 70 cases on June 6 . And , globally , the number of active probable cases has declined to 573 . +0 2983756 2983898 The constitutionality of outlawing partial birth abortion is not an open question . Defenders of the partial birth abortion ban downplayed the legal challenges . +1 1330508 1330636 " It should have reported that it was sailing with an atomic bomb cargo , " Anomeritis said , referring to the quantity of explosives on board . " It should have declared that it was sailing with a cargo that was like an atomic bomb , " said Anomeritis . +1 799342 799270 Mr. Bergonzi was the finance chief from 1995 until his departure in 1999 , and was intimately involved in the alleged scheme to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . Mr. Bergonzi was the chief financial officer from 1995 until his departure , and was intimately involved in many of the alleged schemes to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . +1 1257219 1257412 The Aspen Fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by today on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . +1 430306 430336 They said he would be open to letting that license go to the city of Chicago . Schafer said the governor would be open to offering that last license for a riverboat in Chicago . +1 3256259 3256410 It argued that such access " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " +1 1549140 1549120 The male eagle was found by a zookeeper early Thursday , suffering from severe puncture wounds in his abdomen . The 21-year-old eagle , found by a zookeeper early Thursday , had severe puncture wounds to his abdomen and back , spokeswoman Julie Mason said . +1 1267764 1267499 He served as a marine in the Second World War and afterward began submitting articles to magazines . After serving as a marine in World War II , he began submitting articles to magazines . +0 2054395 2054436 The Legislature on Wednesday sent Gov. Jeb Bush a bill it hopes will lower malpractice insurance rates and keep doctors from limiting their practices or moving out of state . The Legislature on Wednesday approved a bill that caps damages received by medical malpractice plaintiffs in the hopes it will lower insurance rates and help the state retain doctors . +1 622377 622296 In Taiwan , the capital 's mayor and other officials handed out free thermometers in a islandwide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign Sunday , amid evidence that containment efforts were also paying off . In Taiwan , officials handed out free thermometers in an island-wide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign amid signs containment efforts were paying off . +0 3374201 3374248 Lawtey is not the first faith-based program in Florida 's prison system . But Lawtey is the first entire prison to take that path . +1 544218 544326 American forces here organized the elections , which officials say are important steps toward establishing democracy in Iraq . U.S. forces organized the elections , which officials said were a step toward establishing democracy in the nation . +0 2464939 2464878 Negotiators talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . +1 851920 851911 " If draining the ponds in Maryland will help further establish [ his ] innocence , we welcome it . If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " +1 862717 862805 But Cruz resembled a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with the girl 's mother , Lansdowne said . Cruz looked like a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with Jennette 's mother , Chief William Lansdowne said . +0 31854 31913 Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the law would have made it illegal for bar and restaurant patrons to light up . Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the smoking law would have prevented bar and restaurant patrons from lighting up , but exempted private clubs from the regulation . +1 14644 14613 A number below 50 suggests contraction in the manufacturing sector , while a number above that indicates expansion . A reading above 50 suggests growth in the sector , while a number below that level indicates contraction . +1 578442 577829 Half of the women were given a daily dose of the drug and half took a placebo . Half the women received a daily tablet of the combination oestrogen plus progestin while the rest were given a placebo . +0 1708654 1708435 It would be difficult to overestimate the potential dangers of the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) vulnerability . The flaw involves the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) protocol , which deals with inter-computer communications . +1 1352610 1352741 Mr. Bloomberg later told reporters that the agreement " will be a compromise , like the real world requires . " " It will be a compromise , like the real world requires , " he said . +0 556727 556769 The man , who entered the post office in Lakeside shortly before 3 p.m. , gave up to deputies about 6 : 30 p.m. The man had entered the post office on Woodside Avenue at Maine Avenue shortly before 3 p.m. +0 3301397 3301422 Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , recovering from a quad bike crash , is conscious and joking in his hospital bed , his daughter Kelly said tonight . Doctors hope rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , who is recovering from a quad bike crash , will begin breathing unassisted again soon , they said today . +0 811407 811378 The New York senator 's new book , " Living History , " appears a certain bestseller . Hillary Clinton , the New York senator and former first lady , has a book out Monday titled Living History . +1 1467373 1467347 IBM is also " pursuing membership in the group " and plans to be an active participant , according to the CELF statement . CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . +1 1518091 1518014 Through Thursday , Oracle said 34.75 million PeopleSoft shares had been tendered . Some 34.7 million shares have been tendered , Oracle said in a statement . +0 1151081 1151065 The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . A third executive , chief operating officer David Glenn was fired . +1 2704026 2704076 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment . +0 58353 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 1.16 points to 1,504.04 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . +0 219039 218851 He will replace Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation April 23 . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . +0 503438 503272 Pen Hadow , who became the first person to reach the geographic North Pole unsupported from Canada , has just over two days of rations left . Pen Hadow became the first man last week to reach the geographic North Pole on an unsupported trek through Canada , a journey of about 770 km . +0 3020743 3020794 Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack were headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . +1 2769016 2768961 The face of President Saddam Hussein was added to Iraqi currency after the 1991 Gulf War . Saddam 's portrait was added to Iraq 's currency after the Gulf War . +0 1047814 1048483 " It 's safe to assume that the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . +0 2721001 2720703 He was also accused of masterminding bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . During interrogation , he admitted that he helped organise and carry out near-simultaneous bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . +1 2496469 2496417 The Nikkei average ended trading down 1.83 percent at 10,310.04 , a four-week low . The Nikkei average .N225 was down 1.83 percent or 192.25 points at 10,310.04 , its lowest close since August 28 . +1 2423623 2423339 That exploit works on unpatched Windows 2000 machines with Service Pack 3 and 4 . Both Counterpane and iDefense contend that the exploit works effectively against Windows 2000 systems running Service Pack 3 and 4 . +1 3128487 3128434 The center has a budget of $ 45 million , most of which will be spent on research and testing , Bridges said . The safety center has a $ 45 million budget for its first year , much of which will be spent on tests and analyses . +0 2748554 2748360 Out of the nearly $ 20 billion , $ 18.6 billion is earmarked for reconstruction of Iraq and $ 1.2 billion for Afghanistan . The $ 87 billion budget includes $ 51 billion for military operations in Iraq , another $ 20 billion for reconstruction and about $ 11 billion for Afghanistan . +1 707975 708028 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts released yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " Mrs Clinton writes . +0 339489 339175 Associated Press Writer Sara Kugler contributed to this report from New York City . Associated Press Writer Michael Gormley contributed to this report from Albany . +0 1690902 1690918 That compares with a profit of $ 1 million , or breakeven , on $ 1.39 billion in revenue during the same period last year . Total revenue for the second quarter was $ 1.48 billion , up 7 % from $ 1.39 billion in the same period last year . +0 1892114 1892189 The company reported quarterly revenue of $ 388.1 million , compared with $ 318.5 million in the same period a year ago . That compared with a loss of $ 55.4 million , or $ 4.92 per share in the same period a year earlier . +1 3249070 3249202 The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . Both sets of findings were presented Monday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . +0 374262 374622 Under the plan , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . Under Maine Rx , which state lawmakers approved in 2000 , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . +1 2857105 2857138 " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " Noranda president and chief executive officer Derek Pannell said . " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " president and CEO Derek Pannell said in a statement . +1 2820573 2820684 In exchange , North Korea would be required to end its nuclear weapons program . " In return we expect North Korea to give up nuclear weapons . " +0 2608088 2608211 Nine years ago , they were married by a justice of the peace . His wife , married to Moore by a justice of the peace , started planning her dream wedding . +1 3070940 3070964 Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of a lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the sky on Saturday night . Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of the lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the night sky early today . +0 3042240 3042279 The rats that consumed the tomato powder had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , researchers found . Rats on the tomato powder diet had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , allowing for diet restriction . +1 1390306 1390412 It is a national concern that will touch virtually every American , " Abraham said . The impact of natural-gas shortages " will touch virtually every American , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday . +1 673713 673486 It will also unveil a version of its Windows Server 2003 operating system tuned specifically for storage devices . It also unveiled an update to its Windows Server 2003 operating system , which is tuned specifically for storage devices . +1 3427259 3427317 At 12 , Lionel Tate was charged with first-degree murder over the death of Tiffany Eunick . Tate was 12 when he was charged with beating Tiffany Eunick , 6 , to death in July 1999 . +0 1990238 1990281 About 1,417 schools statewide receive Title I money . That applies only to schools that get federal Title I money . +1 1230161 1230113 Now , nearly two years later , Mallard prepares for trial on charges of murder and tampering with evidence . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . +1 1929473 1929176 In Nairobi , Kenya , the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of All Saints Cathedral , said the U.S. Episcopal Church " is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . " The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . +1 1737570 1737431 Recall backers say they have collected 1,600,000 signatures , approaching twice the 897,158 needed to force an election . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . +0 2112991 2113005 The book , called " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right , " hits stores this weekend . Fox was seeking an injunction to halt distribution of " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right . " +1 2706240 2706190 Selenski had previously spent seven years in prison on a bank robbery conviction . Selenski had served about seven years in prison for bank robbery . +1 668141 667980 The decision was among the most significant steps toward deregulation undertaken during the Bush administration . The decision is among the far-reaching deregulatory actions made during the Bush administration . +1 1995509 1995537 " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told Reuters Television in South Africa 's sprawling Soweto township . +0 1268732 1268445 Around 9 : 00 a.m. EDT ( 1300 GMT ) , the euro was at $ 1.1566 against the dollar , up 0.07 percent on the day . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . +1 2775381 2775426 Sony 's portfolio gives subscribers a variety of personalized services including the ability to download and experience images , ring tones , music videos and other music entertainment services . Sony Music 's portfolio of products and services currently enable carriers to offer subscribers the ability to download images , ring tones , music videos and other entertainment services . +1 2302811 2302908 He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not confirm if it was the 24-year-old cited by Bitdefender . He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not say if it was Ciobanu . +0 2562000 2561942 Previously , it had reported a profit of $ 12 million , or 0 cents a share , for that period . Previously , it had reported a small profit of $ 12 million , or break-even on a per-share basis , for the period . +0 2613347 2613435 The life expectancy for boys born in 2001 was 74.4 years , up two years since 1990 . According to the report , average life expectancy has increased by nearly two years since 1990 . +1 654098 654044 Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . +1 3261219 3261244 They were held under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism . Badat was arrested under section 41 of the Terrorism Act “ on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism , ” Scotland Yard confirmed . +1 2019822 2020185 Starting on Saturday , every computer infected with MSBlast is expected to start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . Starting on Aug. 16 , every computer infected with MBlast will start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . +0 2158257 2158016 " We see the First Amendment to protect religious liberty , not crush religious liberty , " said Patrick Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . " We put the call out , " said the Rev. Patrick J. Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . +1 421947 422075 Florida 's Third District Court of Appeal saidon Wednesdaythe original proceedings were " irretrievably tainted " by misconduct by lawyers representing the class . Florida ’ s Third District Court of Appeal said on Wednesday the original proceedings were “ irretrievably tainted ” by misconduct by attorneys for the class . +0 859210 859163 Courant Staff Writers Matt Eagan and Ken Davis contributed to this story . Courant Staff Writer Jeff Goldberg contributed to this story . +1 2396793 2396890 In addition , the committee noted , " while spending is firming , the labour market has been weakening " . " The evidence accumulated over the intermeeting period confirms that spending is firming , although the labor market has been weakening . +1 1622561 1622311 Nigeria and other African oil producers are increasingly important in U.S. plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for its energy security . Nigeria and other African producers are increasingly important in the former Texas oilman 's plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for energy security . +0 125383 125421 Appeals had kept him on death row longer than anyone else in the U.S. , AP said . Isaacs had been on death row longer than anyone in the nation . +1 577957 577843 While many likely now will quit – as millions of women already have – Soltes said she likely will continue to prescribe the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . While many likely now will quit - as millions of women already have - Soltes said she is likely to continue prescribing the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . +0 2454231 2454058 The federal and local governments remained largely shut down in the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , as were schools , and much of the region 's transportation network was slowed . In the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , federal and local governments remained shut down , as did schools and many businesses . +1 142709 142846 Ursel Reisen confirmed it operated the coach , but gave no details other than to say the passengers were of mixed ages . Ursel Reisen confirmed it had been operating the coach , but declined to give details of the passengers other than to say they were of mixed ages . +0 1906323 1906085 But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th union on Tuesday when the United Steelworkers of America endorsed him . But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th on Tuesday . +1 1257760 1257788 The judge also refused to postpone the trial date of Sept . 29 . Obus also denied a defense motion to postpone the Sept . 29 trial date . +0 392738 392798 Regardless , its first quarter saw a profit of $ 721 million , or 29 cents , on revenue of $ 17.9 billion . Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . +1 3223910 3223849 Under the proposal , Slocan shareholders will get 1.3147 Canfor shares for each common share . Under a proposed plan of arrangement , Slocan shareholders will receive 1.3147 Canfor shares for every Slocan share they own . +0 2841017 2841005 BellSouth also added 654,000 net long-distance customers in the third quarter . BellSouth added 111,000 DSL customers during the quarter to reach a total of 1.3m subscribers . +1 1000821 1000957 The day after Wilkie resigned , Howard said in a televised address that Iraq possessed " chemical and biological weapons capable of causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . In a televised address back in March , Mr Howard declared Iraq had weapons capable of " causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . +0 2306149 2305958 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI slipped 9.54 points , or 0.1 percent , at 9,558.92 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . +1 3413305 3413321 Earlier on Monday , Grant Thornton SpA repeated previous statements that it was " a victim of fraudulent action " . Grant Thornton claims that it too was the “ victim ” of a fraud . +0 1657872 1657996 The winner of this year 's Most Popular New Talent Logie , Goodrem first went to a specialist on Monday feeling tired and unwell . She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . +1 2980753 2980614 All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but prosecutors have not yet testified to what , if anything , they yielded . All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but there has been no testimony yet about what the tests might have yielded . +0 137017 136883 Cambone said U.S forces found the tractor-trailer April 19 at a Kurdish checkpoint near the city of Mosul in northern Iraq . Kurdish forces at a checkpoint near Mosul in northern Iraq seized the trailer on April 19 . +0 1300475 1300604 Sony Ericsson also said it would shut down its GSM / UMTS R & D center in Munich , Germany , to increase profitability . Sony Ericsson also said it plans to close its R & D site in Munich , Germany , for GSM and UMTS handsets . +1 672171 672222 J.D. Edwards shareholders will receive 0.86 of a share of PeopleSoft for each share of J.D. Edwards . Shareholders will get 0.86 PeopleSoft share , or $ 13.11 , for each J.D. Edwards share , based on recent trading prices . +1 274160 274343 That failure to act contributed to September the 11th and the failure to act today continues ( to put ) Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " Graham said . " That failure to act contributed to September 11 and the failure to act today continues [ to put ] Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " said Graham . +1 1809428 1809439 The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft .NET is available for the suggested list price of $ 1,499 and is intended for OEM and system integrator use . The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft Windows CE.Net is available for $ 1,499 and is intended for use by device manufacturers and systems integrators . +1 1674771 1674720 " There were , " said board member and Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist Douglas Osheroff , " some extremely bad decisions . Board member Douglas Osheroff , a Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist , said : " There were some extremely bad decisions . +1 2570300 2570358 He later learned that the incident was caused by the Concorde 's sonic boom . He later found out the alarming incident had been caused by Concorde 's powerful sonic boom . +1 1528193 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshiper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers first targeted the mosque 's guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . +1 960580 960694 He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . He said the prob lem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet flies again . +0 758457 758501 Doctors would face fines and up to two years in prison for performing the procedure , except as a lifesaving step . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . +1 667083 666922 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " Barbara Comstock said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . +1 264662 264632 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . Since March 11 , when the markets major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multiyear lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 percent . +1 2046156 2046137 The two men , whose names were not released , both were using Pakistani passports and were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , police said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . +1 2854798 2854832 " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . " We have put a lot of energy into patching , later than we should have , " he said . +1 232420 232708 Rebels sought to consolidate their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday after a week of fighting that killed at least 112 people . Rebels consolidated their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday as residents identified at least 112 dead after a week of fighting . +0 1276799 1276920 This was around the time Congress was debating a resolution granting the President broad authority to wage war . Within four days , the House and Senate overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution granting the president authority to go to war . +1 2046138 2046157 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into Blaine , Wash . , from Canada last month , two sources said . After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . +0 1822540 1822921 But Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state only tried to prove its conclusion of suicide , rather than consider the possibility of murder . Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state has refused to consider the possibility of murder . +1 1113463 1113352 " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said at a news conference Wednesday afternoon . " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said hours after arriving in Phoenix . +1 1152748 1152795 Subsequently , some bondholders have filed suit to block the exchange offer . Bondholders of Mirant Americas Generation subsequently filed suit against Mirant seeking to block the exchange offer . +1 1987927 1987906 Officer Evans did not respond to requests for an interview last week . Officer Evans had declined written and telephone requests for an interview . +0 2636610 2636828 Sixty players and five coaches from the school attended the training camp in August in Preston Park , about 125 miles north of Philadelphia . Sixty players and five coaches from Mepham High School in Bellmore , Long Island attended the training camp in August . +0 2564069 2564090 The official would not name the leakers for the record and said he had no indication that Mr Bush knew about the calls . The official would not name the leakers for the record and would not name the journalists . +1 956277 956502 In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . +1 1570830 1570961 Schering-Plough shares fell 72 cents to close at $ 18.34 on the New York Stock Exchange . The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 142204 141852 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and other top Pentagon officials downplayed Wallace 's comments . The Defence Secretary , Donald Rumsfeld , and other top Pentagon officials played down his comments . +1 3020795 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania , relatives said . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . +1 1640881 1640785 And " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " it said the prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " +1 2257252 2257160 Israel 's defense minister on Sunday raised the specter of an Israeli invasion in the Gaza Strip , where Palestinian militants already face a deadly air campaign . Shaul Mofaz , Israel 's Defence Minister , raised the prospect of a ground offensive into the Gaza Strip , in addition to a growing air campaign to assassinate Hamas militants . +0 969672 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +0 2494061 2494129 The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries defied expectations on Wednesday and lowered its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries decided yesterday to lower its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . +0 2832331 2832384 Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures actually will occur in 2004 . Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures will actually occur in 2004 , making that year 's shortfall worse . +1 3270373 3270399 But Odette is the first to form over the Caribbean Sea in December , the Center said . It is the first named storm to develop in the Caribbean in December . +1 27707 27662 Announced last week , Apple 's iTunes Music Store has sold over 1 million songs in the first week , the company announced on Monday . Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . +1 711058 711195 " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee at a separate hearing . " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a separate hearing , before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee . +0 1690639 1690835 The dollar was last at $ 1.1149 to the euro , close to its strongest level since April 30 . The dollar pushed as high as $ 1.1115 to the euro in early trade , extending Tuesday 's one percent rally to hit its strongest level since April 30 . +1 2046157 2046255 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . After their arrests , sources said the men admitted they were smuggled into Washington state from Canada in July . +1 1463866 1463765 The Production Index rose by 1.4 percentage points from 51.5 percent in May to 52.9 percent in June . The production index rose to 52.9 percent from 51.5 percent in May . +1 2569220 2569234 Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , has moved closer to the United States , and did not insist on a timetable Monday . Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , in recent weeks has moved closer to Washington and did not insist on a timetable . +1 2741792 2741869 Power5 , like Power4 , includes two processor cores in a single slice of silicon . Like the Power4 , the Power5 contains two processor cores on one chip . +1 3137958 3137987 She said in 2003 , not one U.S. state had an obesity rate below 15 percent . She said in 2003 , not one American state had an obesity level less than 15 percent of the population . +1 1615721 1615625 Special , sensitive light sensors pick up the telltale glow , he said . A sensitive light detector then looks for the telltale blue glow . +1 2644062 2644100 The federal government is approving new pesticides without basic information such as whether they harm children , says Canada 's environment commissioner . The federal government is approving new pesticides without even knowing whether they pose a threat to children , Canada 's environment watchdog warned yesterday . +0 3273223 3273137 In September 2002 , the nearby Gard region was hit by similar floods . In September 2002 , floods in the Gard region killed 23 people . +1 2391429 2391569 Overall , 83 percent of women washed up , compared with 74 percent of men . But in San Francisco , 80 percent of men and only 59 percent of women washed their hands . +0 3150800 3150832 Analysts had expected 53 cents a share , according to research firm Thomson First Call . Home Depot is expected to report earnings per share of 46 cents for the third quarter , according to Thomson First Call . +0 3207740 3207771 The number of people in the UK infected by HIV , the virus that causes Aids , increased by almost 20 per cent last year to nearly 50,000 . The global epidemic of HIV , the virus that causes Aids , is tightening its grip on Britain with a record number of new cases diagnosed last year . +1 1479614 1479631 But stocks have rallied sharply over the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound later this year . But stocks have roared higher in the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound . +1 2377287 2377246 " Spring has arrived in Estonia -- we 're back in Europe , " Prime Minister Juhan Parts told a news conference on Sunday . " Spring has arrived in Estonia - we 're back in Europe , " Juhan Parts , prime minister , told a news conference last night . +0 1674994 1675024 AMD will own a 60 percent interest in the new company and Fujitsu owns 40 percent . Fujitsu will own 40 percent of the company , which will be headquartered in Sunnyvale , Calif . +0 3013181 3013090 He was then given leave to appeal against the sentence to the Supreme Court of Appeal . He was given leave to appeal against part of his conviction and sentence . +0 2576090 2576067 Songs can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist can only be burned up to five times - Apple 's puts the limit at ten burns . Tracks can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist may only be burned up to five times . +1 424702 424628 SSE shares were little changed , up 0.3 percent at 654 pence by 1018 GMT , but analysts welcomed the move . SSE shares were unchanged at 652 pence by 0835 GMT but analysts welcomed the deal . +0 1087794 1087906 Shares of EDS gained $ 1.49 , or 6.6 percent , to $ 23.999 early Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares were off 30 cents , or 1.3 percent , at $ 22.58 on Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2832301 2832197 The deficit is still expected to top $ 500 billion in 2004 -- even with an improving economy . But Mr. Bolten cautioned that the deficit was still likely to exceed $ 500 billion in the 2004 fiscal year . +1 2475154 2475032 " As a responsible leader we feel it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " Microsoft told the BBC . " As a responsible leader we felt it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " stated Gillian Kent , director at MSN UK . +1 629327 628977 We have already found two trailers , both of which we believe were used for the manufacture of biological weapons . We have already found two trailers that we and the Americans believe were used for chemical and biological weapons . " +0 1962336 1962172 America Online last quarter lost 846,000 dial-up subscribers . No wonder AOL lost 846,000 subscribers last quarter . +1 2931868 2932271 Governor Gray Davis estimated yesterday that the fires could cost nearly $ 2 billion . State officials estimated the cost at nearly $ 2 billion . +1 1777329 1777407 None of the Prairie Plant Systems marijuana can be distributed until the document is made available , she said . None of Prairie Plant 's marijuana can be distributed until the Health Canada 's user manual is made available , she said . +1 2830598 2830310 He left the ship after the collision , went to his home , and attempted suicide . Captain Smith left the ferry terminal after the crash , went to his home and attempted suicide . +1 1850025 1850312 He reportedly claims Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while Harold Keke 's group was armed . He was reported as saying Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while notorious warlord Harold Keke 's group was armed . +1 1051289 1050975 " The woman was taken to New Charing Cross Hospital by ambulance and her condition is critical . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . +1 2950523 2950560 If sufficient evidence exists at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . If the judge decides that is so at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . +1 2555597 2555783 They returned in 1999 after rebel raids on a neighboring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-building bombings that were blamed on the rebels . In 1999 , troops returned after rebel raids on a neighbouring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-house bombings in Russian cities that were blamed on the rebels . +1 1637180 1637269 Tropical Storm Claudette continued its slow churn toward the Texas coast early Sunday , with forecasters expecting the plodding storm system to make landfall as a hurricane by early Tuesday . Tropical Storm Claudette headed for the Texas coast Saturday , with forecasters saying the sluggish storm system could reach hurricane strength before landfall early Tuesday . +1 593262 593254 " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Doug Feith , undersecretary of defence for policy , said in an interview . " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Douglas J. Feith , undersecretary of defence force policy , is quoted as saying . +1 1762550 1762497 According to Sanmina-SCI , Newisys , based in Austin , Texas , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . Newisys , an Austin , Texas , startup headed by former IBM and Dell execs , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . +1 571118 571179 Several black Democratic leaders were attempting to arrange a meeting with DNC chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs . Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . +0 1171250 1171385 The company 's shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . +1 2650998 2650889 The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday in federal court in Wilmington , Del . , claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive-learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . +1 614859 614815 They also drafted a non-binding priorities list specifying that a quarter of it may be used to reduce planned 5 percent cuts in fees paid to health-care providers . They also drafted a nonbinding priorities list specifying that one-quarter may be used to reduce planned cuts of 5 percent in fees paid to health care providers . +0 3114193 3114207 The Thomson First Call consensus was for earnings of 19 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected earnings of 19 cents per share in the third quarter . +0 2586686 2586305 Mr Hadley , who has a new partner and child , said : " I am absolutely delighted . In a statement issued by his solicitors , Mr Hadley said : " I am absolutely delighted with the outcome of proceedings . +1 1336938 1337021 " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " said Troy , who spoke quickly but in a steady voice . " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " he said . +0 1239811 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . +0 547045 547345 Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . The analyst , already let go by Merrill , can request a hearing before a NASD panel . +1 666922 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . +0 386343 386068 One man died and 15 others were hospitalized after drinking tainted coffee following the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . The victims drank tainted coffee after the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . +0 633766 633873 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 98.74 points , or 1.12 percent , to 8,949.00 . The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which rose 2.9 percent during the four-day trading week . +0 1726006 1725909 Analysts ' consensus estimate from Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.08 a share , excluding one-time items . The estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.75 a share . +1 2052012 2052105 He blamed guerrillas from the Taliban regime ousted in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber died in the blast . He blamed the blast on guerillas from the Taliban regime overthrown in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber was killed in the blast . +0 516006 515989 Responding later , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said , " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " +1 2965621 2965471 Hannum was five and a half months pregnant when her mother died . In her testimony , Kate Hannum said she was 5 1 / 2 months pregnant when her mother was killed . +0 342103 342374 Goold said reporters ' calls to Peterson may have been monitored . Prosecutors said interviews Peterson gave reporters may have been monitored in case the fertilizer salesman confessed . +0 1733125 1733103 The state 's population was 6,080,485 in 2000 , according to the U.S. census . Between 1960 and 2000 , however , the state 's population grew by 30.4 percent to 6,080,485 . +1 2225652 2225503 The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped unharmed , Aaron said . +1 2911413 2911040 He also accused royal courtiers of poisoning the brothers ’ “ little minds ” . He said the royal family has poisoned the princes ' " little minds . " +0 1989067 1989022 The total for the Johnny Depp swashbuckler rose to $ 232.8 million . Its cumulative total is $ 232.8 million , heading for $ 275 million . +0 2676314 2676351 I would like to congratulate Russia on the successful World Climate Change Conference last week . Momentous happenings at the World Climate Conference in Moscow last week . +0 1428155 1428182 At least seven other governments have signed agreements , but have asked not to have them publicized . Egypt , Mongolia , the Seychelles , Tunisia and at least three other governments have signed unpublicized agreements . +1 3119492 3119462 The G + J executive was testifying in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court where O 'Donnell and G + J are suing each other for breach of contract . He spoke in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court , where O 'Donnell and G + J sued each other for breach of contract . +1 1649586 1649681 By 10 p.m. , Claudette was centered about 320 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . Early Monday , the center of Claudette was about 300 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained wind blowing at 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . +1 1022631 1022710 Jim Furyk celebrated his first Father 's Day as a father by winning his first major golf championship . His first Father 's Day as a dad , his first major as a champion . +1 516067 515977 " We must not engage in borough warfare , " Thompson testified at a budget hearing by the City Council 's Finance Committee . " We must not engage in borough warfare , " the Comptroller William Thompson told the Council , according to his written testimony . +0 3319118 3319092 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 3.14 points , or 0.29 percent , to 1,071.99 . The Standard & Poor 's retail index < .RLX > was up more than 1.5 percent . +1 66486 66500 He took batting practice on the field for the second time Tuesday since his opening-day injury . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . +0 1284151 1284174 The redesigned Finder also features search , coloured labels for customized organization of documents and projects and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and UNIX file servers . It also supports coloured labels to better organise documents , and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and Unix file servers . +1 1770700 1770742 But to see those pages , users would be required by Amazon to register , and Amazon plans to limit the amount of any single book a customer can view . But to see those pages Amazon would require users to register , and it plans to limit the amount of any single book a browser can view . +0 781683 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors - three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . +1 2467891 2467898 Between 1993 and 2002 , 142 allegations of sexual assault were reported . From 1993 to 2002 , there were 142 reported sexual assaults at the academy . +1 424456 424522 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these superannuation payments irrespective of ... ( how ) he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . +1 1379534 1379472 Five Big East schools , Connecticut , Pittsburgh , Rutgers , Virginia Tech and West Virginia , filed the lawsuit June 6 . Pittsburgh , West Virginia , Rutgers , Connecticut and Virginia Tech filed the lawsuit this month in Hartford , Conn . +1 212678 212621 Graham said the surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he is recovered . Graham acknowledged that surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he said he feels strong and has the go-ahead from his doctors . +1 1965766 1965716 As temperatures soar above 50 degrees ( 120 Fahrenheit ) , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt in Basra . As temperatures soar above 120 Fahrenheit in Basra , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt . +1 126740 127044 Chief merchandising officers oversee the buying and development of merchandise , deciding the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . He or she decides the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . +1 3003536 3003613 " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " stated SIA President George Scalise , in a statement . +1 2343284 2343320 The ISM noted that " with the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 . " " With the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 , " the Arizona-based group said . +1 221463 221513 That investigation closed without any charges being laid . The investigation was closed without charges in 2001 . +0 1796330 1795954 Officials at Mortazavi 's office and the judiciary declined to respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the accusations . Judiciary officials did not immediately respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the criticism of Mortazavi 's appointment . +0 3328016 3328333 Beagle 2 is attached to Mars Express by what is known as a Spin-Up and Ejection Mechanism ( Suem ) . A command is sent to Mars Express to release Beagle 2 by what is known as a Spin-Up and Eject Mechanism . +1 618387 618228 Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of Jack Nicklaus who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before faltering to a 69 . Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of the Golden Bear who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before shooting 69 . +0 746176 745950 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 3.41 points , or 0.35 percent , at 967.00 , also its highest close so far this year . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . +1 263752 263690 " There is no conscious policy on the part of the United States to move the dollar at all , " Snow said . " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . +1 2313849 2313797 " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " FirstEnergy Chief Executive Peter Burg told the House panel . " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " Burg said . +1 54528 54500 Kinsley , for example , wrote in the Post Monday : " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number . " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number , " Michael Kinsely wrote . +1 2395061 2394939 He projected Vanderpool will be available within the next five years . Products featuring Vanderpool will be released within five years , he said . +1 3034529 3034440 The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqis to make the invitation , which he said the United States appears unwilling to do . The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqi council to make the invitation - a move he said the United States appears unwilling to make . +0 2221678 2221623 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.3 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 declined 0.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index gained 0.6 percent . +0 1535361 1535345 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index fell 3.99 , or 0.2 percent , to 1,682.72 , following a two-day win of 55.93 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 8.52 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,670.21 . +1 3200919 3201393 He was released on $ 3-million bail and immediately returned to Las Vegas , where he had been filming a video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . +1 3155022 3154888 Florida 's primary isn 't until March 9 - following 28 other states . Florida 's primary will be March 9 , after 28 states ' primaries or caucuses . +1 2221876 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . +1 455285 455123 Dividends are currently taxed at ordinary income tax rates of as much as 38.6 per cent . Under current law , dividends are taxed at standard income tax rates up to 38.6 percent . +0 3378928 3378898 Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of Defense for health affairs , said the vaccine poses little danger . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . +0 1559190 1559098 There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned in the rescuers ' direction , forlorn , hopeless . There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned and mouthed something . +1 2778966 2779062 Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to get the loan provision removed from the final bill . Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to see that the loan provision was not in the final bill . +0 1491619 1491642 A final decision on his fate , including the power of the death penalty , lay with President Bush . A final decision on his fate would lie with US President George Bush . +0 2859844 2859942 " And about eight to 10 seconds down , I hit . " I was in the water for about eight seconds . +0 3037559 3037387 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . " I 'm very proud of the citizens of this state , " said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . +1 536277 536208 The two blond opponents appeared almost identical in matching powder-blue outfits – to their dismay . The two blond opponents appeared almost identical because they wore matching powder-blue outfits - to their dismay . " +1 2084866 2084802 The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning that they have barely enough time to organize the election before the balloting is scheduled to begin . The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning they have barely enough time to organize the election . +1 2536322 2536356 The House Government Reform Committee rapidly approved the legislation this morning . The House Government Reform Committee passed the bill today . +1 146126 146291 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . +1 71282 71506 The seizure of the money was confirmed by a US Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers in Baghdad in rebuilding the country 's banking and financial system . The seizure of the money was confirmed by a United States Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers here to rebuild the country 's banking and financial system . +0 42207 42173 That was a reversal from a loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . Net income was 12 cents a share , compared with a net loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . +1 1355339 1355163 The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names Lay and Skilling among others . The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names former Enron Chairman Kenneth Lay and former chief executive Jeff Skilling , among others . +0 1949328 1949306 We can make life very difficult for terrorist elements , we can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there . We can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there , but often the beast survives . +1 2198639 2198910 Overall , students are most likely to be taught by a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work-force portrait shows . The average teacher is a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work force portrait shows . +1 1317759 1317853 Carnival Corp. stock was trading at $ 31.29 during midday trading Wednesday , down 72 cents or 2.25 percent . Carnival Corp. stock was down 2.5 percent , or 81 cents , at $ 31.20 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1114356 1114165 According to the 2000 Census , Long Beach 's Hispanic or Latino population was listed at 35.8 percent . According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . +0 830656 830805 Lewis , the WBC champion , can still fight June 21 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles against another opponent . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . +1 1973756 1973638 With 2.3 million members nationwide , the Episcopal Church is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member global Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Communion . +1 2063609 2063635 BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O on Thursday said second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew amid a contracting overall market for business software . BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O said on Thursday second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew slightly more than Wall Street expected amid a contracting overall market for business software . +1 3128160 3128278 It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . Details of the research will appear in a future issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . +0 264278 264400 The market 's broader gauges also posted big gains , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . The broader market also retreated , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . +1 2159006 2158955 Mr. Geoghan had been living in a protective custody unit since being transferred to the prison on April 3 . He had been in protective custody since being transferred to Souza-Baranowski in April , officials said . +1 2560842 2560784 WinFS will require that applications be rewritten to exploit such capabilities . However , applications will have to be rewritten to take advantage of such capabilities . +1 2287318 2287402 The pilot decided to fly to Kennedy , which has longer runways than Newark Airport . " Realizing this , the pilot changed course and diverted to Kennedy , which has longer runways . " +1 949672 949874 The number of probable cases dropped to 64 on Tuesday from 66 on Monday in and around Toronto , a city of four million people . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . +1 1346473 1346394 Despite their differences , U.S. and EU leaders said there were areas of agreement . Despite these and other differences , U.S. and EU leaders insisted they were working well together . +1 3079665 3079690 Bolland told the News of the World : “ I was astonished at Sir Michael ’ s question . Mr Bolland said : " I was astonished at Sir Michael 's question . +1 1128192 1128199 Symbol 's former chief accounting officer , Robert Korkuc , is expected to plead guilty in a federal court in Long Island later Thursday , according to reports . The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that Robert Korkuc was expected to plead guilty Thursday in federal court on Long Island to securities fraud charges . +1 3437630 3437425 Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business were arrested last week and questioned by magistrates investigating the collapse of Parmalat , the Italian dairy company . Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business have been arrested and are being questioned by magistrates over the collapse of the giant food group . +1 1613553 1613472 But Senate criticism of the House plan Tuesday came on several fronts . And several Senate Republicans are cranky about the House map . +0 196230 195968 He proposed a system under which it would take fewer and fewer votes to overcome a filibuster . Frist proposed a process in which it would take gradually fewer votes to overcome filibusters preventing final votes on judicial confirmations . +1 1219395 1219620 The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo contained in the play and would not allow the characters to sleep together . The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo of the play and would not allow Ewell 's character to sleep with Monroe 's . +1 3223195 3223214 A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . +1 175943 175919 Mark Kaiser , vice-president of marketing , and Tim Lee , vice-president of purchasing , were dismissed last week . Mark Kaiser and Tim Lee , respectively US Foodservice vice-presidents for marketing and purchasing , have been dismissed . +0 747968 748092 The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . Under the proposed terms of the transaction , and following the spinoff of PalmSource , Palm will exchange 0.09 shares for each share of Handspring . +0 3414738 3414762 Shares of San Diego-based Jack In The Box closed at $ 21.49 , up 78 cents , or 3.8 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2806879 2806935 It doesnt appear the children struggled , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said Saturday . The cause of death is drowning , and the manner of death is homicide , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said . +1 2271664 2272487 The most recent was in 1998 , when Dr Barnett Slepian was killed in his home in Amherst , New York . The most recent killing was in 1998 , when Dr. Barnett Slepian was shot and killed in his home in Amherst , N.Y. +1 2210997 2211155 Meanwhile , Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst alluded to an interparty political struggle : " Sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst suggested a political motive for the report , saying : " It sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " +0 2256139 2255931 In Washington on Sunday , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said the bureau will join the investigation in An-Najaf . In Washington , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said Sunday the bureau will provide forensic analysis of the wreckage . +1 892628 892971 Jason Giambi capitalized with an RBI single to center . Jason Giambi contributed a two-out RBI single . +0 1209978 1209647 Cabrera was called up to help in left field because Todd Hollandsworth has not been productive . Cabrera was called up Friday from Double A Carolina and started in left field . +0 2271581 2272060 Months later , another clinic doctor , Dr. Wayne Patterson , was killed away from the clinic . Months later , an unknown shooter killed Dr. Wayne Patterson , who ran Gunn 's clinic . +1 2280387 2280353 " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " John C. McCarthy , Forrester Group director , said . " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " McCarthy said in a statement . +1 2331304 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . +1 1048622 1048759 Rescue workers had to scrounge for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . Wagner and Wolford both said that rescue workers were scrounging for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . +0 1378008 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1851859 1851814 In the year-ago period , Pearson posted a 26 million pre-tax profit . A year ago the firm posted a profit of 26 million pounds . +1 187187 187147 World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. also have filed applications seeking authority to provide service to Iraq . Cargo carriers World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. have also applied for permission to fly to Baghdad , Mosley said . +1 2580932 2581102 When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and was watching a TV cartoon channel . +0 2046780 2046991 DeVries did make one stop in town Wednesday - registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . Convicted child molester Brian DeVries spoke out in response to community outrage Wednesday afternoon after registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . +0 61617 61757 Inflation-index bonds are carrying an interest rate of 4.66 percent . The interest rate on Series EE savings bonds for May through October is 2.66 percent . +0 3292501 3292585 The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . +1 2229168 2229224 Air Transport Association spokeswoman Diana Cronan said that travel was down in May through July and that she also expected it to be off over Labor Day . ATA spokeswoman Diana Cronan said travel was down in May through July , and she also expects it to be down some over Labor Day . +1 2170444 2170659 " NASA 's organizational culture and structure had as much to do with this accident as the ( loose ) foam . " " The NASA organizational culture had as much to do with this accident as the foam , " the report said . +0 3142677 3142446 Durst was acquitted this week in the murder of his elderly neighbor , 71-year-old Morris Black . Durst , a millionaire , pleaded self-defense in the death of his neighbor Morris Black . +1 3120087 3120252 Civil liberties groups protested and a US district judge ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional promotion of religion . Civil liberties groups filed suit , and U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson ordered the monument moved last October , calling it an unconstitutional promotion of religion by government . +1 1223140 1223201 They are due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today . The men will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday . +1 1072440 1072674 Jordan Green , the prelate 's private lawyer , said he had no comment . O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . +0 145183 145154 Shares closed on NASDAQ just below their 52-week high , at $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . Trading of EchoStar 's stock closed Tuesday at a 52-week high of $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . +1 312456 312396 Some state lawmakers say they remain hopeful Bush will sign it , though they acknowledge pressure on the governor to do otherwise . Some state legislators behind the bill say they remain hopeful Bush will sign the legislation , though they acknowledge pressure is building on the governor to do otherwise . +0 2986989 2986953 A total of 114 soldiers were killed in the active combat phase that began March 20 . A total of 114 U.S. soldiers were killed between the start of the war March 20 and the end of April . +0 3010408 3010442 Gillespie sent a letter to CBS President Leslie Moonves asking for a historical review or a disclaimer . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . +1 702468 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Heyer said in a statement . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . +1 2664149 2664187 However , official statistics published this week showed a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . +1 1805639 1805436 Printer maker Lexmark International Inc. spurted $ 3.95 to $ 63.35 , recouping some of the $ 14.10 it lost Monday . Other gainers included Lexmark , which rose $ US3.95 to $ US63.35 , recouping some of the $ US14.10 it lost Monday . +1 1017806 1017918 Representatives of abuse victims were dismayed by the development . Representatives of abuse victims expressed dismay at the possibility . +0 2331801 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's underwear . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . +1 2564410 2564005 He said the issue of disclosing classified information about a C.I.A. officer was " a very serious matter " that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . The White House said that leaking classified information was a serious matter that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . +0 2690149 2690096 Unemployment across the state fell a half of a percentage point last month to 6.1 percent from August 's mark of 6.6 percent . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . +1 193958 194062 Under the U.S. Constitution , the other chamber of Congress , the House of Representatives , does not vote on foreign alliances . The U.S. House of Representatives , the other chamber of Congress , does not vote on treaties . +1 3104386 3104362 Shares in Wal-Mart closed at $ 58.28 , up 16 cents , in Tuesday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Wal-Mart shares rose 16 cents to close at $ 58.28 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 259990 259815 " And they will learn the meaning of American justice , " he said to strong and extended applause . " The U.S. will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice , " Bush told the crowd , which burst into applause . +1 274461 274830 Two of the Britons , Sandy Mitchell from Glasgow and Glasgow-born William Sampson , face the death penalty . Sandy Mitchell , 44 , from Kirkintilloch , Glasgow , and William Sampson , a British citizen born in Glasgow , face beheading in public . +1 68016 67933 During a period of nearly a decade , Telemarketing Associates raised more than $ 7 million . Telemarketing Associates , hired by VietNow , raised $ 7.1 million from 1987 to 1995 . +1 1473646 1473505 In the present case , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be another mediated out-of-court settlement , and he estimated that it could approach $ 30 million . In the present case , too , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be an out-of-court settlement , which he estimated could approach $ 30 million . +1 1410941 1410923 " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " said Mr. Chandler , but simply that his team hasn 't uncovered evidence indicating such a link . " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " Mr. Chandler said , but simply that his team has found no such evidence . +1 927430 927587 In 2002 , the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . In 2002 , Senator Trapdoor took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . +1 1984639 1984517 Mr Levine confirmed that Ms Cohen Alon had tried to sell the story during the World Cup . Ms Cohen Alon 's lawyer , Donald Levine , confirmed she tried to sell the story in February . +1 1604530 1604464 In addition to HP , vendors backing SMI-S include Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun and Veritas . Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun Microsystems , and VERITAS are also onboard to support the storage standard . +1 2933717 2933887 Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer waits to cross borders and will hurt commerce . Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer lines that will damage cross-border commerce . +0 329537 329563 With the economy sluggish , producers have had a tough time trying to raise prices . Economists said the report on wholesale prices showed producers were having a tough time trying to raise prices . +0 53579 53653 In next week 's drill , " our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " Ridge said . " Our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " including use of weapons of mass destruction , Ridge said . +1 2173122 2173166 Easynews Inc. was subpoenaed late last week by the FBI , which was seeking account information related to the uploading of the virus to the ISP 's Usenet news group server . Easynews Inc. said Monday that it was cooperating with the FBI in trying to locate the person who uploaded the virus to a Usenet news group hosted by the ISP . +0 2512881 2512837 Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . Excluding litigation charges it made a profit of $ 7.8 million , or 10 cents a share . +0 2210832 2210795 " They are trying to turn him into a martyr , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation , which tracks abortion-related violence . " We need to take these threats seriously , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation . +1 2586233 2586269 Two women lost their battle in a British court yesterday to save their frozen embryos and use them to have children without the consent of their former partners . Two British women lost a desperate court battle on Wednesday to have babies using frozen embryos their former partners want destroyed . +0 1857647 1857914 BOB HOPE , master of the one-liner and Americas favourite comedian , died with a smile on his face yesterday just months after celebrating his 100th birthday . Bob Hope , the master of one-line quips , died Sunday night " with a smile on his face , " his daughter said yesterday . +0 702537 702542 Prior to joining Kodak , Palumbo worked for Procter & Gamble Corp. , where he managed products such as Folgers and Pantene shampoo . Prior to joining Eastman Kodak , Mr. Palumbo held senior marketing positions for Procter & Gamble . +0 519659 519346 But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus is on his job , not the recall petition . But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus " is on doing the work that he 's being paid to do . " +1 130002 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index lost 6.77 , or 0.7 percent , to 927.62 as of 10 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . +1 1849905 1849875 Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a smiling senior policeman shook hands with Mr Laczynski and patted him on the shoulder . Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a senior policeman smiled and shook Mr Lacsynski 's hand and patted him on the shoulder . +1 2570236 2570437 " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " Nicky Webster , a spokesman for Hempleman-Adams , said . Partway across the Atlantic , " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " the balloonist 's spokesperson Nicky Webster said . +0 228824 228863 The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week and is searching for a replacement for retiring co-anchor Jane Pauley . The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week , losing its Tuesday berth . +1 1740656 1740677 A Commerce spokesman issued a brief statement late Friday , noting that the task force " evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply . " " The energy task force evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply , " the statement said . +0 1669206 1669252 Each count has a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and $ 1 million fine . Both executives face up to 10 years in prison and a $ 1 million fine for securities fraud . +1 2664492 2664470 Revenue jumped 26 percent to $ 817 million , the South San Francisco-based company said in a statement . Revenue rose 26 percent , to $ 817 million , the company , based in South San Francisco , Calif . , said . +1 1438505 1438576 " PeopleSoft has consistently maintained that the proposed combination of PeopleSoft and Oracle faces substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . " PeopleSoft has argued that an Oracle takeover would face substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . +1 1792303 1792426 Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after the Cuban revolution . Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after Fidel Castro overthrew a dictatorship and installed a Communist government . +1 1862940 1862654 The Association of South East Asian Nations groups Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand , and Vietnam . ASEAN comprises Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand and Vietnam . +1 2826660 2826474 The fight about online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court Monday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . +0 197853 197784 The dollar 's slide against the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . Despite hefty losses against the euro , the dollar 's slide versus the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . +1 2818052 2817713 Referring to a battle against a Muslim warlord in Somalia , Boykin told another audience , " I knew my God was bigger than his . Referring to a Muslim fighter in Somalia , Boykin said that " my God was bigger than his . +0 1477632 1477593 Meester , a 20-year-old sophomore , could face life in prison if convicted on charges of rape , forcible sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . +1 3254694 3254717 The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.3 per cent at 9,886.75 , while the Nasdaq Composite index was 0.4 per cent higher at 1,986.97 . On Wall Street , the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5 per cent at 9,905.8 and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.7 per cent at 1,995.1 . +1 68529 68510 His decision was delayed by concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . Daniels told the Star April 20 he was holding back because of concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . +0 1191438 1191562 Woori Finance is the only large bank remaining to be sold but the government still has large stakes in several other lenders . Woori Finance is the only large bank still to be sold but the state retains large stakes in several others , leading to suspicions of government meddling in lending decisions . +0 2551832 2551614 Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante and Republican state Sen. Tom McClintock are in different political worlds . Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante was first choice of 25 percent , followed by state Sen. Tom McClintock with 18 percent . +1 2467993 2467953 In addition , juries in both state and federal cases have become increasingly reluctant to impose the death penalty . Juries in state and federal cases alike have also grown reluctant to impose the death penalty . +1 1723132 1723089 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index slipped 12.27 points or 1.23 percent to 981.73 . The S. & P. 500 slipped 12.27 points , or 1.2 percent , to 981.73 . +1 2225543 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building -- two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend -- escaped unharmed , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . +1 1043105 1042991 BT said the combination would have an immediate impact on subscriptions with 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . BT said it expected the combination to reap 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . +1 3255083 3255063 The King of Prussia-based company could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer by then , the company said . The company , based in King of Prussia near Philadelphia , said it could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer for them . +1 3258350 3258262 He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents indicate a lingering medical problem could be part of his defense . He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents show that a lingering medical condition could contribute to his defense . +1 2545545 2545504 They used discarded skin from consenting patients who had undergone surgery and exposed it to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . Sanders and colleagues at RAFT exposed skin samples removed from consenting patients during surgery to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . +0 2210473 2210658 And Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the monument in the courthouse two years ago , said he will fight to keep his job . It was the culmination of a row caused by Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the 2400kg monument in the Alabama Judicial Building in 2001 . +1 502271 502294 Regional utility Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit near Sendai automatically shut down due to the quake . Japan 's Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit in northern Japan , automatically shut down due to the quake . +1 440827 440875 Blagojevich reiterated his stance Wednesday to not prop up the budget with a gambling expansion . Governor Rod Blagojevich said he would not balance the state budget with gambling revenues . +1 3278429 3278400 " I 'm pleased by the fact that we are bringing this to a conclusion , " he said . " I 'm pleased we are bringing it to a conclusion , " Garton said . +0 781813 781879 Shares of National were losing 95 cents , or 3.9 % , to $ 23.73 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Walgreen 's shares were up 4.6 % , or $ 1.42 , to $ 32.11 in midday New York Stock Exchange trading . +0 3267822 3267949 Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , anticipating that customers will buy more personal computers during the key holiday season . Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , and announced it will take an accounting charge on one of its businesses . +0 669959 670149 " This proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity , " Elpida President Yukio Sakamoto said in a news release . " The proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity to better support our customer requirements , " said Yukio Sakamoto , Elpida 's president . +1 2490131 2490074 Many women complain that they become more forgetful around the time of menopause , and some doctors believe that hormonal changes are the reason . Many women complain that they become more forgetful after menopause , and some doctors have come to believe the hormonal changes brought on by menopause are the reason . +1 2136148 2136242 Sobig.F became one of the most widespread viruses ever , crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . Since surfacing late Monday , Sobig.F has been crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . +1 881566 881614 The girl turned up late Sunday at a convenience store in East Palo Alto , about 30 miles from her home . The girl turned up late Sunday night at an East Palo Alto convenience store about 30 miles from her home . +0 1182221 1182195 " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , but this is an experiment worth introducing , " said David Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , " said Dave Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . +0 1319151 1319599 BaFin and the head of the principal finance group , Robin Saunders , were not immediately available to comment . BaFin , Germany 's chief financial regulator , and the prosecutor 's office were not immediately available for comment . +1 654228 654098 The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter , IBM said in a statement . Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . +1 871476 871541 " His advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it . " The president 's " advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it , " said White House spokesman Ari Fleischer . +1 3439709 3439626 At his request , he will be reassigned within the district . District Superintendent J. Chester Floyd told reporters Monday that McCrackin will be reassigned within the district . +1 2632317 2632336 The US Federal Trade Commission has also filed a lawsuit challenging Rambus . Still pending against Rambus is a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission . +0 1458220 1458108 Andrew M. Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy Cuomo plan to divorce . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . +1 3207860 3207813 That would give smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . He agrees that technically smoking could be considered a disability , giving smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . +0 2806634 2806558 Drugs are up to 50 percent cheaper in Canada than the United States because of government price controls . Brand-name drugs in Canada tend to be cheaper than in the United States because of government price controls and a favorable exchange rate . +1 2531741 2531598 Their father had pleaded with the doctors to stop the fight after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life-support . Their father had pleaded with doctors to abandon their efforst after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life support . +1 2601356 2601403 Brian Florence , 38 , died Sept . 25 of a heart attack in Alexandria , said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . " Mr. Florence died Thursday of heart failure , " said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . +0 1410601 1410768 Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 wounded in the past few days . Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 injured as the rebels fought into the capital . +0 2436848 2436676 A West Knoxville restaurant has reported several cases of hepatitis A to the Knox County Health Department . The news has caused a rush of people to the Knox County Health Department to get vaccinated . +1 2440086 2440257 The review outlines the tariffs ' impact on domestic steel industry and steel consumers halfway through the three-year program . The ITC midpoint review of the tariffs outlines their impact so far on the domestic steel industry and steel consumers . +1 727276 727340 Besides the fact that Americans want to be liked , she said , there is a " huge cost when world opinion is negative to the United States . Americans just want to be liked , she said , but there also is a " huge cost " when world opinion is negative toward the United States . +1 1674733 1674780 John Logsdon , a board member , said that " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " In fact , said John Logsdon , a board member and George Washington University expert on space policy , " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " +1 2281835 2281720 PC-related products were the strongest sector in July , with microprocessors up 5.6 % and DRAMs up 8.2 % from June , the industry group said . PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . +1 2471258 2471214 The Prime Ministers of China , Russia and four central Asian nations have met in Beijing and approved a budget for their regional security grouping . The prime ministers of China , Russia and four Central Asian countries signed agreements on Tuesday that set plans in motion for a long-awaited regional anti-terrorism centre in Uzbekistan . +0 514810 514453 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a press conference to sway opinion against Powell and the two other Republicans on the panel . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . +0 289188 289505 It will cost about $ 20,000 per eight-week course of treatment , comparable to other injected cancer therapies , a spokeswoman said . It will cost about $ 20,000 per average course of treatment -16 to 17 weeks . +1 2077719 2077537 The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at £ 169.99 while the InfoPath XML ( Extensible Markup Language ) data gathering application is priced at £ 179.99 . The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at $ 273 while the InfoPath XML data gathering application is priced at $ 289 . +1 3313145 3313172 The current plan is to release the videotapes of the sessions , after U.S. review , on Friday , said Jim Landale , a spokesman for the tribunal . The current plan is to release videotapes of the sessions on Friday , after the review , said Jim Landale , a tribunal spokesman . +1 1183958 1183917 Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was 3 to 1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was 2 to 1 . Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was about 3-to-1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was about 2-to-1 . +1 259814 260052 Before addressing the economy , Bush discussed the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia , which killed as many as 29 people , including seven Americans . The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . +1 1860590 1860965 Sens. John Kerry and Bob Graham declined invitations to speak . The no-shows were Sens. John Kerry of Massachusetts and Bob Graham of Florida . +1 3217914 3217410 Senate passage of the Medicare bill was almost certain , possibly as early as today . Senate passage of the Medicare bill is almost certain Monday . +1 899533 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy , in Bangkok were among the targets , it said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . +1 330570 330597 SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , as it has on economies across the region , hammering consumer spending and leaving shops , restaurants and airports empty . SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , hammering consumer spending , with shops , restaurants and airports empty while people stay at home . +1 1856517 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . +0 379912 380057 Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 358.65 / 359.15 an ounce at 0500 GMT , having darted as high as $ 359.25 -- a level not seen since February 25 . +1 2278050 2278126 Parson has been charged on one count of intentionally causing or attempting to cause damage to a computer . Parson faces one federal count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . +0 375988 375914 She appeared in federal court there Monday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . Holloway surrendered in Cleveland on Friday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . +1 184751 184597 There is , however , no photo of Peter Hollingworth in the June issue examined by the Herald yesterday . There is , however , no photograph of Dr Hollingworth in the June issue of the magazine examined by The Age yesterday . +1 2095800 2095807 The bank also said its offer was subject to the agreement of Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by 30 September 2003 . The offer is also subject to Goldman signing an agreement with Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by Sept . 30 , it said . +1 2271486 2271836 Hill , 50 , would be the first person executed for killing an abortion doctor . On Wednesday , Hill is scheduled to become the first person executed for murdering an abortion doctor . +0 1076887 1076865 On Jan. 10 , Shawanda Denise McCalister , who was also pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighbourhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . +1 2182211 2182122 It ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds for months over North Korea 's nuclear program and American demands that it cease . The contact between the delegations ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds over the nuclear program and U.S. demands that it cease immediately . +0 300634 301341 Scientists have reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half century ago . Scientists reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half-century ago , a dire assessment that drew immediate skepticism from commercial fishers . +0 2524956 2525064 The Nasdaq composite index fell 25.17 , or 1.4 percent , to 1,792.07 following a loss of 26.46 the previous session . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dropped 25.17 points , or 1.39 percent , to 1,792.07 , based on the latest available figures . +1 758278 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions only to see President Bill Clinton veto them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . +1 303299 303003 " He said they were in distress , " said Kingsville Police Chief Sam Granato . We 're asphyxiating , ' ' ' said Sam Granato , chief of the Kingsville police . +1 2481604 2481631 Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , has repeatedly said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . +1 3271454 3271282 But none of them opposed the idea outright , ministers said . But none of the ministers opposed Mr. Powell 's suggestion outright on Thursday , the ministers said . +1 3419298 3419192 No one has been killed in the attacks , which have continued despite major setbacks for al Qaeda in a battle with Saudi security forces . No one has been killed in the recent attacks , which have continued despite serious setbacks for al-Qaeda following battles with Saudi security forces . +1 778948 779030 The company also earned 14 cents a share a year earlier . A year ago , the company posted a profit of 12 cents a share . +1 2894851 2894608 That ought to be the standard — not how many people sign up , " he said . " That ought to be the standard , not how many people actually signed up , " Mr. Rule told the judge . +0 2551482 2551643 Among three major candidates , Schwarzenegger is wining the battle for independents and crossover voters . Schwarzenegger picks up more independents and crossover voters than Bustamante . +1 126746 126660 The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it a signature to attract shoppers and hopefully lure them back . The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it that signature that draws in shoppers and brings them back again and again . +1 1043007 1043209 " For customers to get the most of the Internet , several factors are crucial , " Pierre Danon , CEO of BT 's retail unit . " For customers to get the most out of the internet , several factors are crucial , " Mr Danon said . +0 1467845 1467892 A representative for Phoenix-based U-Haul declined to comment on the case before the judge 's opinion was released . Anthony Citrano , a representative for WhenU , declined to comment on the case . +1 652661 652656 He has also directed " The Flintstones , " " Beethoven , " and " Jingle All The Way . " Levant 's other credits include " The Flintstones , " " Jingle All the Way " and " Beethoven . " +1 1027118 1027150 As he left court , McCartney cast one long angry glare at Amrozi , who almost hid behind his lawyer to the side . As he left the court , McCartney cast a long , angry glare at Amrozi , who tried to hide behind his lawyer . +1 1964152 1964187 " We are starting the epidemic with more cases and more areas affected than last year . " It indicates we are starting the epidemic with more cases than last year , " Gerberding said . +1 1087515 1087318 The $ 19.50-a-share bid , comes two days after PeopleSoft revised its bid for smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O to include cash as well as stock . Oracle 's $ 19.50-a-share bid comes two days after PeopleSoft added cash to its original all-share deal with smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O . +1 2923683 2923676 CIA Director George Tenet said the two men were " defined by dedication and courage . " " [ They ] were defined by dedication and courage , " said the CIA 's director George Tenet . +1 2494381 2494531 The FTC also asked the judge to suspend his ruling pending its appeal . The FTC asked the court Wednesday to block the ruling and filed for an appeal . +1 1353189 1353442 Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . The EU 's agriculture representative in Washington said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is wrapping up talks on agricultural reform . +1 881610 881572 Even the pizza man took part , delivering a flier with the missing girl 's picture along with the pizza and a two-liter bottle of Pepsi to Cruz 's house . Even the pizza delivery took part , unwittingly delivering a leaflet with the missing girl 's picture during his run to Cruz 's house . +1 14515 14484 The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 , bouncing back from a one-month contraction in March at 47.9 . +1 1359554 1359450 It will also boost SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhance HP 's Linux business , they said . The deal also boosts SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhances HP 's Linux business , they said . +1 3250031 3250014 To create the condyle , Dr Mao and colleague Adel Alhadlaq used adult stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . He and a colleague created the articular condyle using stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . +0 3177055 3177119 New research indicates that some 540,000 high-tech jobs were lost in the United States during 2002 . In 2001 , there were 6.5 million high-tech jobs in the United States . +1 2228736 2228856 Of personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent vans or SUVs , 19 percent light trucks . Of all personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent are vans or sport utility vehicles and 19 percent are light trucks . +1 1887655 1887596 Network security products maker Secure Computing Inc. said Tuesday it is acquiring content-filtering vendor N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already-competitive market . Network security products maker Secure Computing said Tuesday it is acquiring content filtering firm N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already competitive market . +0 2885428 2885526 Mel Gibson 's passion-stirring Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " will open in the United States on Feb. 25 - Ash Wednesday on the Roman Catholic calendar . Mel Gibson is negotiating with Newmarket Films to distribute his embattled Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " in the United States . +1 516877 516921 Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation of Martinez to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " +1 2199099 2199074 Illinois State Police accident reconstruction experts were investigating the cause . State Police were investigating , Vazzi said . +1 556737 556780 They were released to authorities after officers delivered the soda to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the six-pack through a door . They were released to authorities after officers delivered a six-pack of Dr Pepper to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the soda through a door . +0 1670433 1670386 The children were last seen July 4 at a fireworks display in Concord with their father , Manuel Gehring . Authorities believe the children , who were last seen with their father at a fireworks display in Concord on July 4 , are dead . +0 2824462 2824446 The hall will be home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the LA Master Chorale . The Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Brass Ensemble also performed . +1 1458108 1458147 Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy were married 13 years . +1 1945484 1945410 The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , Republican of Tennessee , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by the end of September . The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , R-Tenn . , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by late September . +0 1035510 1035558 The crime report surveyed 11,600 police and law enforcement agencies nationwide . The report details crime reported to law enforcement agencies statewide . +0 3292737 3292585 The state wants to lower wolf numbers in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . +1 1455958 1455870 It was expected to raise the $ 90 million McGreevey expected . The tax is expected to raise $ 90 million . +1 3053745 3053832 O 'Donnell wrote in her autobiography , " Find Me , " that she was " an abused child . " In her autobiography , " Find Me , " O 'Donnell wrote , " I was an abused kid . +0 3192750 3192828 The poll , conducted by KRC Communications Research of Newton , was taken Wednesday and Thursday . The poll of 405 registered Massachusetts voters was conducted Wednesday through Friday by RKM Research and Communications . +1 99322 99374 Pressure also came last night from religious circles as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . The pressure on Peter Hollingworth to resign as Governor-General intensified last night as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . +1 2933343 2933396 The attack on the al-Rashid Hotel , during the visit of Deputy Defence Secretary Paul Wolfowitz underscores the nature of the problem . The attack on the Rashid Hotel on Sunday , during the visit of the deputy secretary of defense , Paul D. Wolfowitz , underscores the nature of the problem . +1 1757060 1756887 " He would often call me for advice , " said Ronald L. Kuby , a friend and well-known lawyer who had represented him in the harassment case . " He would often call me for advice , " said lawyer Ron Kuby , a friend who had represented him in court . +1 159945 160232 The United States wants the measure passed by June 3 , when the oil-for-food program needs to be renewed . The Bush administration wants the measure approved by June 3 , when the existing oil-for-food program is up for renewal . +1 1646691 1646618 Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Edward Aritonang confirmed Saturday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . +1 1550880 1551024 Late last year , for example , more than 1800 US soldiers were placed in Djibouti to conduct counter-terrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . Since late last year , for example , more than 1,800 members of the American military have been placed in Djibouti to conduct counterterrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . +0 2862020 2862058 " I think it should have been released years ago , " said Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine . Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine , said the tape raises disturbing issues . +0 2564891 2565017 The bureau report shows significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18 to 24 , and middle- and higher-income earners nationwide . Reflecting the broad scope of the recession and its aftermath , significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18-to-64 , and middle- and higher-income earners . +0 1479820 1479611 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 8.27 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,633.53 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . +1 1793615 1793553 Carlow and his group peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing the shipments ' prior owners . The network peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing prior owners of the shipments . +0 1617827 1617800 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office in Atlanta also refused to comment . Coca-Cola announced Friday morning that the U.S. Attorney 's office in Atlanta has started an inquiry . +0 1066386 1066809 Blair has said there is not ' ' a shred of truth ' ' in allegations the government manipulated evidence , and has resisted calls for a full public inquiry . Blair has said there is not ``a shred of truth ' ' in allegations that the government manipulated evidence about Iraq 's weapons programs . +1 2650436 2650346 They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Schooff . They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Blair Schoof , executive director of music for AOL Europe . +1 3061131 3061148 The comment period was to have expired on Monday . A public comment period on the proposed new taxes will end on Monday . +0 1618476 1618455 It even struck a deal for distribution and advertising with popular P2P service Grokster . Puretunes has also lost a distribution deal with the popular Grokster file-swapping software company . +1 2209389 2209110 The group criticizing Schwarzenegger , the League of United Latin American Citizens , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Latinos . The League of United Latin American Citizens , the group criticizing Schwarzenegger , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Hispanics . +1 417135 417203 He said European governments " have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears . " They have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears , " Bush said . +1 698925 698943 Market sentiment was subdued after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said U.S. securities regulators were investigating the accounting of the world 's largest computer company . Market sentiment was also cautious after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said that federal securities regulators had begun an investigating into its accounting . +1 859626 859581 Oh yeah , Miami , Boston College and Syracuse leaving the Big East to take a seat in the Atlantic Coast Conference . Boston College , Miami and Syracuse are considering leaving the Big East for the Atlantic Coast Conference by the end of the month . +1 1277527 1277464 Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . +0 2035179 2035364 U.S. forces recently apprehended some 40 suspected foreign militants near the Syrian border and are now interrogating them . The Third Armored Cavalry Regiment recently apprehended about 40 suspected fighters near the Syrian border , officials said . +1 3106460 3106512 " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused , " Mr Blunkett said . He added : " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified , but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused . " +1 3418000 3417854 They suspect the same anarchist group that claimed responsibility for the Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . Italian police investigating the Prodi bomb suspect an anarchist group that claimed responsibility for Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . +1 430564 430518 Supporters say a city casino will attract tourists and conventioneers who will gamble and spend money in restaurants and stores . Supporters say those people will gamble and have enough money left over to spend in restaurants and stores . +0 593304 593119 Currently , about 37,000 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea . There are 100,000 U.S. troops in Asia , most of them in South Korea and Japan . +1 2580937 2580985 Lee said Brianna had dragged food , toys and other things into the bedroom . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . +0 3164761 3164606 Peterson told police he fished alone in San Francisco Bay on Christmas Eve , returning to an empty house . Peterson told police he left his wife at about 9 : 30 a.m. on Dec. 24 to fish alone in San Francisco Bay . +0 58344 58540 North American markets finished mixed in directionless trading Monday as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators move into the spotlight . North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . +1 57269 57250 Mosel was unable to present financial statements in time due to mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said on Monday . Mosel had been unable to present financial statements in time because of mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said yesterday . +1 1596229 1596205 A navy official on the scene said divers were scanning the river bed with metal finders before rain drove them to shore . A navy official said divers scanned the river bed with metal detectors before rain drove them to shore . +1 349233 349039 " The Matrix Reloaded , " which opened in limited previews Wednesday night , took in an estimated $ 135.8 million for all five days . Matrix Reloaded opened in limited previews Wednesday night , and its total for all five days was estimated at $ 135.8 million . +1 2553320 2553127 At first blush , then , the distinction drawn by the creators of the do-not-call registry would seem to draw the line in precisely the right place . At first blush , then , the creators of the registry would seem to have drawn the line between exempted and banned calls in the right place . +1 3226418 3226399 They said no decisions had been made about how many troops would be moved , where they would come from , or where they would end up . They added that decisions have been made about how many troops will be moved , where they will come from , or where they will end up . +1 1640769 1640897 " The bank requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he said in an interview with the Press Association news agency . The Bank of England " requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he told the Press Association news agency . +1 3037382 3037412 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples -- and also unmarried heterosexual couples -- to officially register as domestic partners . +1 671328 671357 Cisco has signed similar deals with AT & T Corp. T.N , SBC Communications Inc . SBC.N and Sprint Corp. FON.N . Cisco has similar relationships with BellSouth competitors SBC Communications , AT & T and Sprint Communications . +0 2243159 2243130 The Dow Jones industrial average advanced for the fourth week in a row . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . +0 2286390 2286233 Also missing is Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas , who was in another vehicle swept off the turnpike . The other victim recovered Tuesday morning was Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas . +0 547288 547104 He also could be barred permanently from the securities industry . Young faces a fine , suspension or being permanently barred from the securities industry . +1 570666 570348 The Cradle of Liberty Council isn 't the first one to buck the national group 's stance . Philadelphia 's council is not the first to defy the national policy . +1 2898434 2898224 It would be cumbersome for restaurants that serve different meals each day , she said . It would be especially cumbersome for restaurants that change their menus daily , she said . +0 2620067 2620050 Debra Mitchell , a member of the church , said Wilson had recently lost her job . Mitchell said many knew Wilson , 43 , to be unstable and that she recently lost her job . +1 2123259 2123305 Today , we preserve essential tools to foster voice competition in the local market . " We preserve essential tools to foster voice competition , " Copps said . +1 1921868 1921881 " The discovery that the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohn 's sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation , " it said in a statement . The researchers say that the fact the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohns sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation . +1 14524 14499 A big surge in consumer confidence has provided the only positive economic news in recent weeks . Only a big surge in consumer confidence has interrupted the bleak economic news . +0 339667 339053 " I have heard the people of New York say , ' Enough is enough , ' " Pataki said . " " I have every reason to believe that people understand enough is enough , " Mr. Pataki said . +1 3002971 3002919 The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . However , the Israeli government argues that changes in Israel ’ s state-controlled economy are necessary if the state is to compete in the global marketplace . +1 2119650 2119685 The computers were located in the United States , Canada , and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . +1 1953834 1953601 He was voluntarily castrated in 2001 , an operation he contends removed his ability to become sexually aroused . DeVries , who was voluntarily castrated in August 2001 , has said the surgery took away his ability to become sexually aroused . +0 2819406 2819535 Diana was at her lowest ebb when she wrote the letter to Paul Burrell claiming there was a plot to kill her . Burrell said Diana wrote a letter in October 1996 claiming there was a plot to kill her in a smash and gave it to him to keep as insurance . +1 3137979 3137950 SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , gave the agency its first real test of a new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . And SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , tested the agency 's new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . +1 1057003 1057043 This morning , at UM 's New York office , Coen revised his expectations downward , saying that spending would instead rise 4.6 percent to $ 247 billion . Speaking to reporters at a New York news conference , Universal McCann 's Coen projected that total U.S. ad spending will rise 4.6 percent to $ 247.7 billion this year . +1 3065050 3064956 Cross-dressing teens from Harvey Milk High School offered sex for money in Greenwich Village and then robbed the would-be johns by pretending to be cops , sources said last night . Four Harvey Milk High School students who dressed as women were arrested yesterday for robbing men in the West Village - and pretending to be police officers , sources said . +1 2007827 2007774 Massachusetts does not have a state death penalty , and only once before - in Michigan - has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . Massachusetts has no state death penalty , and only once before -- in Michigan -- has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . +1 2082241 2082784 In Toronto , police said they arrested 38 people and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts . Toronto police made 38 arrests linked to the blackout and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts , said Constable Mike Hayles . +0 2015392 2015412 We caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , CBS Calgary medical director . " We 're delighted the testing has worked -- we caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , Calgary medical director of CBS . +0 3361268 3361194 The Senate 's proposal will need the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Pataki to become law . Even if the Senate approves the proposals , they would require the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Gov. George Pataki to become law . +0 166344 166421 The stock lost about 75 percent of its value after that bombshell and remains 40 percent below pre-disclosure levels . The stock lost some three quarters of its value after the initial February 24 bombshell disclosure . +0 1140085 1139891 The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " On June 4 , Amazon said it had received orders for over 1 million copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " +0 1509312 1509246 French special police raided a farm in Corsica on Friday , capturing the top suspect in the 1998 murder of France 's highest official on the Mediterranean island , officials said . Police arrested on Friday the chief suspect in the murder of the top state official on the unruly French island of Corsica , Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy said . +1 554948 554625 Tom Kasmer , a 14-year-old from Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during yesterday 's competition . The 14-year-old national spelling finalist who attends school in Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during competition Wednesday . +0 969584 969187 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . +0 2428443 2428665 General Wesley Clark finally confirmed this week that he would seek the Democratic nomination to run against President George Bush in next year 's presidential elections . Retired General Wesley Clark 's entry into the race for the Democratic presidential nomination will almost certainly strengthen anti-war forces determined to unseat US President George W Bush next year . +1 2615207 2615238 China would become only the third nation to put a human in space . China would become the third nation to achieve manned spaceflight . +1 769300 769133 ImClone Systems Inc. and Genentech Inc. led shares of U.S. biotechnology companies higher after medicines they are developing helped cancer patients in studies . ImClone Systems and Genentech led shares of biotechnology companies higher yesterday after studies showed the medicines they are developing helped cancer patients . +1 969189 969381 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 27.13 points , or 1.64 percent , at 1,626.49 , based on the latest data . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . +0 3225863 3225896 The American Express Corp. has pledged at least $ 3 million of more than $ 5 million needed . The city had requested federal funds , but withdrew that request when American Express pledged at least $ 3 million . +1 886793 887032 Privately-held GeCAD Software , founded in 1992 , has supplied antivirus and security products since 1994 under the name RAV AntiVirus . GeCAD , founded in 1992 and based in Bucharest , provides anti-virus , anti-spam and content-filtering products under the name RAV AntiVirus . +1 1079513 1079555 Kelly Boggs ' column will appear daily during the June 17-18 Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting in Phoenix . Kelly Boggs , Baptist Press ' weekly columnist , will be writing a column each day during the Southern Baptist Convention 's annual meeting this week in Phoenix . +1 1655920 1655544 This is the only planet that has been found in orbit around a binary star system . The new found planet is the only one known to orbit such a double-star system . +1 1353127 1353139 More than 1,000 people staged mostly peaceful protests during the talks , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . More than 1,000 people rallied over three days , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . +0 1420243 1419730 Lee Janzen , who was tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 and tied for sixth . Lee Janzen , tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 to tie for sixth with Bob Crane ( 67 ) at 269 . +0 2894175 2894216 The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of waste thought to contain transuranic waste are stored underground at Hanford . The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of transuranic and low-level radioactive waste , some of it mixed with hazardous chemicals , is buried at Hanford . +0 2384840 2385182 There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Gov. Gray Davis told reporters at a campaign stop in Compton . There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Davis said after appearing with former U.S. president Bill Clinton at a school dedication . +1 1566184 1565948 Officials said all three would be charged with conspiracy to commit murder . All three of the teens were charged with offenses including conspiracy to commit murder . +0 1673532 1673564 Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is completed . Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is complete , assuming those businesses aren 't sold . +1 130511 130374 But they are split over whether the Fed will acknowledge risks are tilted toward weakness , or say they are balanced . Wall Street is debating whether the central bank will say risks are tilted toward weakness or balanced with inflation . +1 2045238 2045009 Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler in New York 's diamond district , allegedly accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the missiles , the government said . Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler from New York 's diamond district , accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the first missile , investigators said . +0 684978 684945 Samudra claims the meeting agreed with this and fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker still on the run and so-called smiling Bali bomber , Amrozi . He claims they agreed on this plot and that fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker who is still on the run . +1 2780550 2780535 The seventh person charged in the case - Habis Abdu al Saoub - remains at large . The seventh member of the cell , Habis Abdullah al Saoub , 37 , a Jordanian , remains at large . +0 1297360 1297335 Vivendi shares closed 1.9 percent at 15.80 euros in Paris after falling 3.6 percent on Monday . In New York , Vivendi shares were 1.4 percent down at $ 18.29 . +0 700602 700554 The Bank of England starts its two-day meeting on Wednesday , but was expected to leave British interest rates steady . The Bank of England starts a two-day policy meeting on Wednesday and is expected to leave British interest rates steady at 3.75 percent on Thursday . +0 1317762 1317746 Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . The results were 3 cents a share lower than the forecast of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +0 733402 734174 Annika Sorenstam gets her first opportunity to test that objective this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . The appetizer devoured , Annika Sorenstam moves on to the entree this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . +1 2760895 2760839 The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . The greenback rose steeply against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . +0 952418 952394 The San Jose-based company posted a net income of $ 64.2 million , or 27 cents per share , in the quarter ended May 30 . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . +0 318779 319126 He claims it may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to the concept . " This proposal is modest compared with the space programme , and may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to it . +0 2622010 2622070 " And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting . " " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . +1 1515035 1515071 " After what happened here ... it 's tacky and unpatriotic , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting the site with her husband from Salem , Mass . " It 's nasty , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting with her husband from Salem , Mass . " After what happened here . +1 902161 901479 An hour later , an Israeli helicopter fired missiles at a car in Gaza City , killing two Hamas officials and at least five other people . An hour later Israeli attack helicopters rained missiles on a car in Gaza City , killing seven people , Palestinian sources said . +0 518132 518096 He also called Hovan a " person of good reputation " who had worked as a bus driver since 1967 . Hovan , a resident of Trumbull , Conn . , had worked as a bus driver since 1967 and had no prior criminal record . +0 1743711 1743693 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > was down 10 / 32 for a yield of 4.91 percent , up from 4.89 percent late Thursday . The 30-year bond was down 14 / 32 to yield 4.92 percent , up from 4.89 percent on Thursday but off an earlier yield high of 4.95 percent . +1 2492702 2492721 The companies also announced plans to collaborate on the design for future generations of memory technologies . The two groups said they would collaborate on the design of future memory technologies . +1 2270117 2270197 A judge ordered the child placed in state custody Aug. 8 . On Aug. 8 , Juvenile Court Judge Robert Yeates ordered that Parker be placed in protective custody . +1 99767 99742 The British ambassador to the United Nations , Sir Jeremy Greenstock , is scheduled to lead a Security Council Mission to the region in mid-May . Sir Jeremy Greenstock , the UK 's ambassador to the UN , is due to lead a week-long Security Council mission to West Africa in mid-May . +1 2117309 2117247 This year , local health departments hired part-time water samplers and purchased testing equipment with a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . This year , Peninsula health officials got the money to hire part-time water samplers and purchase testing equipment thanks to a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . +1 1414523 1414461 Roslyn shares gained 82 cents to close at $ 20.79 yesterday in Nasdaq trading . In recent dealings , shares of Roslyn were up 40 cents , or 1.9 percent , to $ 21.25 . +1 1463213 1463171 American has laid off 6,500 of its Missouri employees since Dec. 31 , according to Driskill . Since October 2001 , American has laid off 6,149 flight attendants , according to George Price , a union spokesman . +1 1777875 1777966 She met Lady Mary at her Double Bay home yesterday to thank her for the donation . She met Lady Mary for the first time at her Double Bay home in Sydney yesterday to thank her in person for the donation . +0 440568 440402 Acting Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said the explosion was being treated as a criminal matter , but no possibility had been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . +1 850724 850750 The value will total about $ 124 million , including convertible securities , according to Corel . Including convertible securities , the total estimated value of the deal is $ 124 million , according to Corel . +1 1991823 1992132 " I can say I am being forced into exile by the world superpower , " he said . " I am being forced into exile by the world 's superpower , " Taylor said in an address videotaped at his home . +1 1349747 1349843 Goss said CIA Director George Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . He also noted that Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . +0 1091236 1091318 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 1-10 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , up from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . +0 2561138 2561215 The service also features a " self-healing " option that can provide continuous access to critical applications . It also offers a " self-healing " option so businesses have continuous access to critical servers , data and applications . +1 2728899 2728954 Shares of the Smithfield rose more than 8 percent as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . Smithfield shares rose more than 8 per cent yesterday as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . +0 2856384 2856570 Consolidated volume was heavy , with 2.17 billion shares traded , compared with 1.92 billion on Tuesday . Consolidated volume was moderate , with 1.91 billion shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange , compared to 1.5 billion Monday . +1 1819120 1819048 Chief Executive Rod Eddington is to meet the three unions separately on Monday afternoon . Eddington is to meet the other two unions separately later on Monday . +1 2903876 2904035 He had said before the meeting that he planned to urge Chinese officials to move quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . He has said he plans to urge Chinese officials during the G20 meeting to move more quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . +1 258973 259078 With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products now are two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C , the antiviral pill ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron . With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products are now antiviral drug ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron -- two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C. +1 2728920 2728978 Shares of Smithfield closed up $ 1.64 , or 8.5 percent , at $ 20.85 , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Smithfield rose $ 1.64 yesterday to close at $ 20.85 , a rise of 8.5 per cent , on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2240384 2240134 He planned Monday to formally announce the effort alongside several union presidents . He plans to announce the effort formally tomorrow in Cincinnati alongside several union presidents . +1 1238164 1238199 TSMC also accused Syndia of trying to interfere with its customer relationships . TSMC feels that Syndia 's actions are designed to interfere with TSMC 's customer relationships , the company said . +1 1660173 1660193 Also at increased risk are those whose immune systems suppressed by medications or by diseases such as cancer , diabetes and AIDS . Also at increased risk are those with suppressed immune systems due to illness or medicines . +1 452914 452858 Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . ( nyse : JWN - news - people ) jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . JWN.N jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . +1 274406 273999 " I figure we 've destroyed about one-half of Al Qaeda , the top operators of Al Qaeda , and that 's good , " Mr. Bush said . " We 've destroyed about one half of al Qaeda , the top operators of al Qaeda , and that 's good . +1 2188367 2188397 Her knees were swollen for days and she still bears scars there and on her legs and ankles . Grieson said both of her knees were swollen for days and that she still has scars on her legs from the incident . +1 1642169 1642368 The new 25-member Governing Council 's first move was to scrap holidays honoring Saddam and his party and to create a public holiday marking the day of his downfall . Its first decisions were to scrap all holidays honoring Saddam and his outlawed Baath Party and to create a new public holiday marking the day of his downfall . +1 1294892 1294914 Al Qaeda , the terror network led by Saudi-born Osama bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks , has been linked to both cases . Al-Qaida , the terror network led by Saudi-born bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 attacks on the United States , has been linked to both cases . +1 1472090 1472197 He praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying that it was a Rhodes scholar at Oxford who first interested him in politics . Blair praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying it was an Australian Rhodes Scholar he met while at Oxford who first interested him in politics . +1 1409801 1409904 Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another key Saudi operator for Al Qaeda and a second main suspect in the Riyadh bombings remains at large . Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another suspected Saudi operative for Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida terror network and top suspect in the Riyadh bombings , remains at large . +1 3007381 3007207 " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the Constitution , " she said . The church 's lawyer , Shirley Phelps-Roper , was clear : " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the constitution , " she said . +0 320332 320001 " There were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals -- there 's not one person who 's responsible here , " Gehman said . In turning down the NIMA offer , Gehman said , ' ' there were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals here . +0 2537779 2537667 H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned Thursday , saying Reed should start with a " clean slate . " Reed arrived a day after H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned saying Reed should have a " clean slate " to make changes . +1 3102535 3102405 He hugged his lawyers and their assistants and then said , " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " +1 2055323 2055336 The department also sent water and soil samples to the state health laboratory . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . +1 2653994 2653952 Pat Anderson , the attorney representing the parents , Bob and Mary Schindler , declined to comment . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . +1 1091916 1092088 The company has agreed terms on the purchase of the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . The company has reached agreement on the terms for buying the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . +0 2063773 2063818 A power cut in New York in 1977 left 9 million people without electricity for up to 25 hours . The outage resurrected memories of other massive power blackouts , including one in 1977 that left about 9 million people without electricity for 25 hours . +1 2644075 2644106 But Gelinas says only six have been fully re-evaluated . Ms. Gelinas said only 1.5 per cent of those have been fully re-evaluated . +1 583607 583806 Idaho Gem also is the first sterile animal to be cloned . " He is the first and only cloned sterile hybrid . " +1 417157 417101 It is almost certain to exacerbate the bitter divisions between Washington and Europe that have not abated since the end of the war in Iraq . It is almost certain to exacerbate the divisions between Washington and Europe that emerged before the war in Iraq . +1 938680 939039 Resigning along with Brendsel was Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer . Chairman and chief executive Leland Brendsel and Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer , resigned . +1 2398836 2398855 The vast majority of trades will be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on participation in incentive schemes . " Eurex said " the vast majority " of trades on Eurex US would be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on " participation in incentive schemes " . +0 3018437 3018453 Associated Press Writer Curt Anderson at the Justice Department in Washington , D.C. , contributed to this story . Associated Press Writer Jay Reeves in Birmingham , Ala . , contributed to this story . +1 452852 452908 Hewlett-Packard Co . HPQ.N , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . Hewlett-Packard Co . ( nyse : HPQ - news - people ) , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . +0 2565305 2565176 He urged patience from Americans eager for the service , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . +1 2461332 2461355 " Everyone who has a cell phone wishes they had a better one , " Huang said . They have a cell phone and everybody that has a cell phone wishes they had a better one . " +1 238193 238218 Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of a group of six Yemeni-Americans to enter a plea agreement with the government in the case . Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of the six to enter a plea agreement with the government . +0 2583299 2583319 " We 're still confident that Gephardt will get the lion 's share of union support . " Whether or not we get to the two-thirds , we 're going to have the lion 's share of union support . " +1 1487866 1487826 " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive , " Medina said in a statement . In response , Medina issued the following statement : " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive . +0 1077097 1076865 On Jan. 10 , 20-year-old Shawanda Denise McCalister , who also was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighborhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . +0 1042396 1042500 After the further analysis of the subset data , the companies plan to discuss the results with regulators and then determine how to proceed . The two companies plan further analysis of the subset data and will discuss the results with regulatory agencies . +1 452845 452902 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . +0 68066 68260 The case is Illinois v. Telemarketing Associates , 01-1806 . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . +1 2046154 2046139 They are being held on immigration violations as the incident is investigated . Both men are being held for investigation of administrative immigration violations . +1 2205796 2205913 " Rendezvous has been a TIBCO mark for many years and is one of our flagship products , " said George Ahn , chief marketing officer , Tibco . Tibco 's chief marketing officer George Ahn said : " Rendezvous has been a Tibco mark for many years and is one of our flagship products . +0 3331129 3331081 Bad publicity has already weakened sales which are highly profitable for retailers . Bad publicity surrounding warranties has already sent sales into decline . +0 62655 62543 Turner , who held about 105 million shares before the sale , also transferred 10 million AOL shares to a charitable trust . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . +1 3162272 3162360 Several cities are competing for the headquarters , including Miami ; Panama City ; Atlanta ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Puebla , Mexico . But Miami is competing with eight other cities , including Atlanta ; Panama City ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Cancn , Mexico . +0 3328335 3328020 Beagle 2 has no propulsion system of its own ; it is " in the hands of Mr Newton now " , as an astronaut once put it . It is " in the hands of Mr Newton " as a US space agency ( Nasa ) astronaut once put it . +0 2247552 2247415 Diane Lade of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel , a Tribune Publishing newspaper , contributed to this report . Staff Writer Diane Lade and The Associated Press contributed to this report . +1 469257 469133 But the Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . But the Russell 2000 , the barometer of stocks of smaller companies , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . +0 2254321 2254236 At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . At 11 a.m. EDT , Fabian 's center was near latitude 18.1 north and longitude 53.2 west , or about 550 miles east of the Leewards . +0 3054612 3054405 The National Transportation Safety Board has subpoenaed Gansas , arguing his immediate testimony remains critical to its investigation . The National Transportation Safety Board had subpoenaed him , but he initially ignored the order . +1 2029603 2029641 Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . His wife , Janet , said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water . +1 2375165 2375130 But as more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public the safety it needed . But as time passed and more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public what it needed most from the police - safety . +1 471718 471681 " The longer this series goes , the better chance Dirk has to play . " " I think the longer the series goes , the more chance Dirk has to play , " Nelson said . +1 1118216 1118018 The seal will ultimately be used to identify DHS badges , vehicles , signs , sea vessels and aircraft . The seal will ultimately be used on department materials , signage , credentials , badges , vehicles , sea vessels and aircraft . +0 447053 446966 There are an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around the town . Bunia has about 750 U.N. troops , compared with an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around Bunia . +0 297236 297106 Neither Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van De Velde nor Morgan could be reached for comment . Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van de Velde would not confirm an offer was made to Lebo . +0 1279796 1279881 The Dow Jones Industrial Average held on to small gains , up 19.96 to 9,092.91 , while the S & P 500 index shed 0.39 to 981.25 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . +1 501887 501917 An airplane carrying Spanish peacekeepers back from Afghanistan crashed into a fog-shrouded mountain in Turkey and exploded Monday , killing all 75 people aboard . A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . +1 818479 818367 But the subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not be present , an issue which has rankled Iraqi officials . Meanwhile , the main subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not send a delegation , an issue that has rankled Iraqi officials . +0 1597901 1597932 Security forces stormed the building , but 129 hostages were killed along with the attackers . Russian forces stormed the building to free the hostages but 129 people died in the operation . +0 3391267 3391277 So far , Georgia has been returned all but $ 70,000 of the money it wired . Georgia has received all but $ 70,000 of its money back with the help of the FBI . +1 2581127 2580985 Lee told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . +1 1671941 1671677 " With the target funds rate at 1 percent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " +0 176905 176931 The US responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers . The US administration responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers but pledging " to comply with our international obligations " . +0 66587 66500 Derek Jeter took batting practice on the field for the first time since dislocating his left shoulder on Opening Day and expects to begin a minor league rehab assignment tomorrow . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . +0 2373715 2373669 Water management officials in Florida were worried about some of the already-swollen rivers and lakes , because a direct hit from a hurricane could cause severe flooding . Water management officials in Florida were worried about the storm 's possible effect on some of their already-swollen rivers and lakes . +1 1952630 1952428 It was to fly a plane in the White House . " " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Mr. Karas said . +1 1015204 1015140 Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales below Wall Street 's modest expectations . +1 2630710 2630750 Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . Rambus Inc. shot up almost 33 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . +0 34199 34334 Pines said he would convene the relevant party bodies within 10 days to discuss whether new elections would be held or whether a temporary leader would be appointed . Mitzna and party secretary Ophir Pines agreed to convene party organizations within 10 days to discuss whether new primaries would be held or a temporary leader appointed . +1 2711479 2711576 The tendency to feel rejection as an acute pain may have developed in humans as a defensive mechanism for the species , said Eisenberger . Feeling rejection as an acute pain may have developed as a defence mechanism for the species , Eisenberger said . +1 2691267 2691047 A discouraging outlook from General Electric Co. sent its share down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . A discouraging outlook from GE sent the company 's shares down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . +0 20391 20375 This was double the $ 818 million reported for the first three months of 2001 . Berkshire Hathaway made profits of $ 1.7 billion in the first three months of this year alone , its best performance . +0 1117441 1117426 U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald said the wholesalers were not to blame and were " victims in this . " U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald declined to name the wholesalers , whom he called " victims in this . " +1 1171539 1171897 At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid a full point for a yield of 4.47 percent from 4.41 percent . At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 2 / 32 for a yield of 4.41 percent . +0 2277428 2277502 And yes , Marilyn Monroe is definitely part of the story , titled " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " +0 699979 700005 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index was 49.4 percent last month , up from 45.4 in April . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . +0 218937 219056 Mr. Parsons has been director of the Stennis Center , which specializes in rocket engine research and testing , since August . Mr. Parsons has served as the director at the Stennis Space Center , which employs 4,600 people , since August . +1 1589333 1589356 As part of the changes , Microsoft will also tie stock awards for its top 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . Microsoft also said it will tie stock awards for 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . +0 453448 453574 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . At 11 a.m. ( 1500 GMT ) , the 10-year note US10YT = RR was up 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.36 percent from 3.40 percent Wednesday . +1 2327949 2327686 In December 1998 , a 33-year-old woman died when she was hit by a metal cleat that came loose from the Columbia sailing ship . In 1998 , a 33-year-old man died after he was struck by a metal cleat at the Columbia ship attraction . +0 1052580 1052778 Last year , he was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff incurred while he was labour minister but had originally billed to taxpayers . Last year , Stockwell was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff rang up while he was labour minister . +1 1953249 1953229 Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the day DNA testing identified the bodies . Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . +0 700005 699929 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . The Purchasing Managers Index , released on Monday by the Institute for Supply Management , rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April . +1 4177 4083 The decomposed remains of 17-year-old Max Guarino of Manhattan were found floating near City Island April 25 . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . +0 1088211 1088238 Kodak earned 85 cents per share excluding one-time items in the quarter a year earlier . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . +1 2636441 2636304 Scholars in medical ethics have said the issue of medicating patients to improve their mental health to execute them might present formidable obstacles for doctors . Scholars in medical ethics have said the notion of medicating people to improve their mental health to the point where they may be executed can present formidable obstacles for doctors . +1 336701 336413 The man , Fazul Abdullah Mohammed , a Comoros islander , is on the U.S. FBI 's list of most wanted suspects . A Comoros islander , he is on the United States ' list of most wanted suspects . +1 2733687 2733747 Asked about the controversy , Bloomberg said , " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side I 'll certainly wave to them . " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side , I 'll certainly wave to them , " Bloomberg said . +1 2196784 2196874 He said it was a mistake , and he reimbursed the party nearly $ 2,000 . The governor said the use of the credit card was a mistake , and has since reimbursed the party for the expense . +0 3446378 3446258 Both NASA and Russian space officials said it posed no danger to the crew . American and Russian space officials stressed there is no immediate danger to the crew or the operation of the orbiting outpost . +1 1081979 1081950 The Bluetooth SIG made its announcement at the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam this week . A new version of the Bluetooth specification was officially launched today at the start of the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam . +1 1868599 1868648 Respondents who rated current business conditions as " bad " increased to 30.4 % from 28.1 % in June . " Those rating present business conditions as ' bad ' increased to 30.4 per cent from 28.1 per cent , " the report said . +1 3301558 3301460 The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate last night , but his condition was described as “ stable ” and “ comfortable ” . The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate on Monday , with his condition last night described as “ stable and comfortable ” . +1 1907358 1907308 He added , " I am not giving any consideration to resignation . " I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . +1 2051903 2052013 At least 61 people were killed and dozens injured across Afghanistan yesterday in the worst outbreak of violence for more than a year . Sixty-one people were killed and dozens wounded in outbreaks of violence across Afghanistan in the troubled country 's bloodiest 24 hours in more than a year , officials said Wednesday . +1 650292 650062 The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark , the first time since December . The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " +1 2732028 2731959 Emergency crews said some of the passengers were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . Emergency crews said no passenger was ejected , but some were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . +1 3083157 3083264 " I feel that people that are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use their computers , " said McKechnie . The people who are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use your computer , " McKechnie said . +1 1101304 1101205 Page said it 's also possible that genes on the Y chromosome may influence gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . He added that genes on the Y might play a role in influencing gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . +0 2791603 2791653 The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . The Nasdaq eased 0.15 percent for the week after two consecutive up weeks . +0 1530188 1530311 The House version pays 80 percent of a senior 's first $ 2,000 in drug costs after a $ 250 deductible . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . +1 2793362 2793469 Overture 's listings are generated by more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . Overture generates its search listings from more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . +1 1325624 1325693 The company said that with proper funding , ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . Human Genome said ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . +1 2775364 2775332 A really robust program could be had for about 20 cents a day , " Griffin said . " A really robust space program could be had for a mere 20 cents a day from each person , " he said . +0 583888 583563 His birth on 4 May is revealed today in the journal Science . The scientists ' research is being published today in the journal Science ( www.sciencemag.org ) . +1 2876850 2876936 " We don 't know at this point if the current investigation includes one or more outside contractors . " We do not know if the current investigation involves one or more multiple contractors , " she said . +0 1220667 1220799 We intend to appeal vigorously and still expect to be vindicated ultimately . We think this was bad law , and we still expect to be vindicated ultimately . +0 18800 18720 Shares of LendingTree soared $ 5.99 , or 40.1 percent , to $ 20.68 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . +0 872797 872880 Shares in the big mortgage lenders also fell to record lows . Shares of other mortgage lenders and home construction companies also fell . +1 964055 963933 July Brent rose 31 cents to $ 28.39 per barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . Brent crude for July delivery fell 38 cents to $ 27.45 a barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . +0 1027885 1028037 It would now take place some time before August 8 in Auckland . The meeting would now be held before August 8 . +1 173780 173843 Also helping Tokyo stocks were hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of its top economic advisory panel . Stocks rebounded on Friday on hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of the top economic advisory panel . +0 3046152 3046307 However , scientists led by physicist Frank McDonald of the University of Maryland disagree . It 's just a matter of time , said Frank McDonald , of the University of Maryland . +1 760511 760819 " It was brazen intimidation to keep people on the reservation , " said a Republican who attended but did not want to be named . " It was a brazen attempt at intimidation , " said a Republican legislator who attended the meeting . +0 1091300 1091577 At midday Monday , the 10-year note US10YT = RR had slipped 12 / 32 in price giving a yield of 3.16 percent from 3.12 percent . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . +1 1219440 1219610 Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . Axelrod died of heart failure while asleep at his Los Angeles home , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . +1 2054927 2054997 But it said that the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . But , in a 58-page report , WHO said the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . +1 31856 31914 Montgomery was one of the first places to enact such a law , but many places , including New York City , now ban smoking in bars . While Montgomery was one of the first to enact such a law , it 's now relatively common - even New York City bans smoking in bars . +1 486095 486254 " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many wept tears of happiness at finally seeing and hearing their idol . " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many concert-goers wept tears of happiness . +1 2175862 2175765 He also noted Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options valued at more than $ 50-million ( U.S. ) earlier this year . He also said that Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options with a value of $ 54 million to $ 56 million earlier this year . +0 2784892 2784625 Catholic Church officials reported that two miners were killed and six other protesters injured 50 miles ( 110 km ) outside of La Paz . A Catholic priest said two miners were killed and nine other protesters injured 110 kilometres outside La Paz as a convoy of miners threw dynamite at soldiers manning a roadblock . +1 1892192 1892109 ATA shares were down $ 1.85 at $ 8.07 on the Nasdaq Stock Market in Tuesday afternoon trading . ATA shares closed down $ 1.66 , or 16.7 percent , at $ 8.26 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +0 1680556 1680381 There was no immediate response from North Korea or the United States . North Korea has demanded one-to-one talks with the United States . +1 3444074 3444041 But the new vaccine will not even begin to be tested in people until 2005 and will not be approved for use for several years after that . However , the new vaccine won 't begin to be tested in people until 2005 and won 't be approved for use for several years after that . +1 1596241 1596217 But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , poor vessel construction and lax enforcement of safety rules . But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , rickety vessels and lax safety standards . +0 2677365 2677297 The euro < EUR = > was up 0.67 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1784 after rising to a three-month high earlier in the session above $ 1.18 . In early U.S. trading , the euro < EUR = > was down 0.6 percent to $ 1.1741 , after rising to a four-month high of $ 1.1860 . +1 1039562 1039677 Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone in federal court starting Monday . If accepted by the judge , Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone next month . +0 113471 113543 He started in the 1983 Super Bowl , which Miami lost 27-17 to Washington . He played four seasons in Miami , including the Dolphins ' 27-17 loss to Washington in the Super Bowl . +1 987465 987205 However , George Heath , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said shortly after the attack that Akbar had " an attitude problem " . However , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said that Akbar had " an attitude problem . " +1 702543 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Mr. Heyer said . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . +1 1980565 1980620 The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4-GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11M , 22M , 33M , 44M and 55Mbit / sec . The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4 GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11 , 22 , 33 , 44 and 55Mbit / s . +1 1147489 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . +0 1303403 1303367 Nterprise Linux Services is expected to be available before then end of this year . Beta versions of Nterprise Linux Services are expected to be available on certain HP ProLiant servers in July . +1 1346614 1346703 With a wry smile , Mr. Bush replied , " You 're looking pretty young these days . " Bush shot back : " You 're looking pretty young these days . " +1 1852136 1852279 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged down 28.08 points , or 0.3 percent , at 9,256.49 . The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . +0 289121 289153 " This is extraordinarily fast , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . They are actually going to record sales for Velcade this year , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . +0 3015067 3015139 Agnew said Pinellas began baiting when rabies cases " went from zero to 30 " in 1995 . Still , Pinellas rabies cases fell sharply to 17 in 1996 and 3 in 1997 , Agnew said . +1 1600904 1601015 And now it 's anything he wants to say , " Alesha Badgley , Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director , said this week . And now it 's anything he wants to say , " confirmed Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director Alesha Badgley . +1 1650194 1650317 Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's in Texas . Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . +0 968428 968105 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . +1 2430761 2430727 British-based GlaxoSmithKline Plc said earlier this year it would cut off supplies to Canadian drugstores that ship to the United States . GlaxoSmithKline , the UK drugmaker , has said it would cut off supplies to Canadian stores shipping drugs to the US . +1 1712258 1712278 Those in their twenties who ejaculated more than five times a week were one-third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life , they say . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . +0 2543134 2543228 But the prime minister told the BBC he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right . He said he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right , in both foreign and domestic policy . +1 749739 749633 We need to challenge old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual , " he wrote . " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " +1 1039560 1039675 The plea makes Grass the second high-ranking Rite Aid executive to strike a deal with federal prosecutors in the past two weeks . Grass is the second of the Rite Aid defendants to strike a deal with federal prosecutors this month . +1 422010 421935 Class-action suits expand exponentially the number of plaintiffs and damages in a lawsuit by allowing initial plaintiffs to plea on behalf of a far larger group with common interest . Class-action suits expand sharply the number of plaintiffs and damages in a suit by allowing initial plaintiffs to sue on behalf of a larger group with common interests . +0 747200 747455 The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . +1 3083629 3083709 Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay companies like IBM to do all that than try to build their own . Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay the $ 100,000 to $ 10 million for a supercomputer than try to build their own . +1 1503208 1503173 One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 . One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 ( 18.33 Celsius ) , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 ( 30.56 Celsius ) . +0 2600535 2600404 It was developed with consultation from more than 300 leaders in academia , industry , government and the public . The plan , called The NIH Roadmap , was developed over 14 months with help from more than 300 consultants in industry and academia . +0 1220096 1220233 The judge 's decision ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors during a standing-room only purchasing hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court . Jones ' decision Friday ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors . +1 2222984 2223085 The value of the deal has increased since BP first announced it in February . The value of BP 's investment has risen since the deal was announced in February . +0 1591358 1591381 Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she has left on vacation with her family . Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she was on vacation with her family , but is expected to return this week . +1 1414845 1415072 Chapman was not immediately arrested and is expected to appear for arraignment July 3 . Mr. Chapman , who hasn 't been arrested , is expected to appear for arraignment next Thursday , prosecutors said . +0 2067846 2068336 Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians who could vote on electronic touch-screen machines . Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians voting electronically - 9.3 percent of the state 's 15.3 million registered voters . +1 2576446 2576544 Tech stocks were hurt by a sour forecast from Sun Microsystems , which was viewed as a bad omen for the upcoming quarterly earnings season . A sour forecast from Sun Microsystems Inc . SUNW.O put more pressure on Wall Street before the quarterly earnings season . +0 481931 481974 " Let 's show we won 't let them off , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . " The movement to defend pensions is gaining momentum , and we won 't give up , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . +0 296513 296504 An artist who painted a fake " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " sign on a building near ground zero said Tuesday that he did not mean to offend anyone . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . +0 2527646 2527796 Utah 's median household income also took a hit , falling 1.8 percent , from $ 48,875 to $ 47,978 . Georgia 's median household income dropped about 0.9 percent to $ 43,096 -- a $ 408 dip . +1 1836650 1836640 Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development , " Frank Cheung , chairman of Culturecom , said in a statement . He added : " Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development . " +0 2947222 2947126 Larger rivals , including Tesco and Sainsbury ’ s , were excluded from the bid battle following a Competition Commission inquiry last month . A Competition Commission inquiry last month has already excluded larger rivals Tesco , Asda and J Sainsbury from the bid race . +1 670897 670580 The move to rein in losses at its four boutique outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . The move to rein in the losses of the four upmarket food outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . +1 684499 684698 Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court had no jurisdiction over those crimes . Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court hearing Mr Samudra 's case did not have jurisdiction over those crimes . +1 1014730 1014699 Many compensation experts had predicted Carty would get a generous severance deal because his voluntary resignation helped keep the concessions deals in place . Many compensation experts had predicted that Carty would get a generous severance package because his voluntary resignation helped preserve the concessions , the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported . +0 969585 969381 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . +0 2465550 2465322 Nine traffic deaths were blamed on the storm in North Carolina , Virginia , Maryland , Pennsylvania and Washington . At least 36 deaths have been blamed on the storm , 20 of them in Virginia . +1 102054 101828 He faces 25 years in prison when he is sentenced in federal court July 7 . He faces an additional 25 years in prison on the federal charges when he is sentenced July 7 . +1 3399091 3399055 Also in Mosul , rebel gunmen on Friday assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . Near a mosque in the northern town of Mosul , rebel gunmen also assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . +1 903478 903424 Mr. Manuel and his group entered the United States by walking across the bridge linking Matamoros and Brownsville . Manuel and his group entered the US the same way thousands of people do every day , by walking across the bridge between Matamoros and Brownsville . +1 62773 62675 Goldman is trying to sell the shares to institutional investors at $ US13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . Goldman offered the shares for sale to institutional investors at $ 13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . +1 3118767 3118719 Daughter Renee Jackson said she often made " huge pots of , like , beans and rice with , like , meat and casseroles " for the whole family . Their biological daughter Renee Jackson , 29 , said she made huge pots of beans and rice , and meat and casseroles . +1 1934584 1934599 Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . +0 849568 849504 The identical rovers will act as robotic geologists , searching for evidence of past water . The rovers act as robotic geologists , moving on six wheels . +1 2052090 2052224 Shellfire could be heard in the background as Ghafar spoke by satellite telephone . As he spoke by satellite phone , shellfire could be heard in the background . +1 1723511 1723320 " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " said Robert A. Eckert , chief executive . " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " Chief Executive Robert Eckert said in a statement . +1 749931 749592 He added International Business Machines Corp. ' s ( IBM ) endorsement of Linux has " added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " Complicating the situation , he continued , are companies , like IBM , whose support of Linux " has added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " +1 1380626 1381239 His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas dissented . +0 1154059 1154148 Davis , who appointed all of the PUC commissioners , called the proposed settlement ``too expensive for the ratepayers . " The proposed settlement is too expensive for the ratepayers , " the governor said in a statement . +1 610817 610914 The Iranian refugee who sewed up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at the handling of his asylum claim has won his fight to remain in Britain . An Iranian Kurd who stitched up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at being refused asylum has been granted refugee status . +1 1382183 1381827 Justice Anthony Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . +0 2143010 2143038 Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for allegedly drinking with two high school girls . Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for drinking with two high school girls in the latest incident to embarrass the academy . +1 3355577 3355734 About 130,000 U.S. troops remain in Iraq , with others deployed in Afghanistan , South Korea and elsewhere . About 130,000 US soldiers remain in Iraq , with others serving in Afghanistan , South Korea , Japan , Germany and elsewhere . +0 379930 379912 Spot gold was fetching $ 365.25 / 366.25 an ounce at 0520 GMT , having galloped as high as $ 368.90 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . +0 2332155 2332299 Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . It was centered about 100 miles southwest of Cedar Key and drifting erratically southward , forecasters said . +0 60128 60457 Branch was later fired by the company and eventually filed a wrongful-termination suit that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . The former employees filed wrongful-termination suits , dismissed in July 2002 , that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . +1 1966841 1966876 The stretch of Danube river passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . Rivers were also drying up - a stretch of Danube passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . +1 809968 809904 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the case of a nine-year-old girl who turned up safe two days after being violently abducted from her home . Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . +0 1755939 1755914 Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . He is to play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . +1 1456822 1456536 Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio is expected to raise more than $ 1 million . Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich passed $ 1 million last week and was still counting money . +1 55074 55220 But a state judge has ruled that the so-called " double jeopardy " protections do not apply in the case . A judge already has ruled that double-jeopardy protections don 't apply in the case . +1 401958 402185 After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges drew the speech to an early close . After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges cut his speech short . +1 2362695 2362754 The worst-affected area was South Kyongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away . The worst affected area was South Kyeongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away in mud sides . +1 725607 725134 She said the president 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to their teenage daughter as well . Mrs Clinton writes her husband 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to Chelsea as well . +1 2009347 2009392 The Legislature returns today for a special session and they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . Florida legislators return today for a special session in which they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . +1 95816 95866 Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence the sale of the state-controlled SME food company in 1985 . Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence a takeover battle in the 1980s involving SME , a state-owned food company . +1 3199352 3199388 The stock closed Friday at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17 percent , on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Brocade closed at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17.3 percent . +0 2620041 2620061 Shelia Chaney Wilson seemed agitated when she came to help prepare for Turner Monumental A.M.E. Church 's upcoming 104th anniversary celebration , worshippers said . Congregants of Turner Monumental AME Church said Shelia Chaney Wilson , 43 , was agitated when she came to the church , in the Kirkwood neighborhood on the city 's east side . +1 2063581 2063592 " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we 've violated our agreements in any way , " IBM spokesperson Trink Guarino told internetnews.com. " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we violated our agreements , " spokeswoman Trink Guarino said . +1 3321146 3321233 In March , Rowland 's former deputy chief of staff pleaded guilty to accepting gold and cash in return for steering state contracts . Lawrence E. Alibozek , his former deputy chief of staff , pleaded guilty to accepting cash and gold coins in exchange for influencing state contracts . +1 226237 225636 " It ' ' s absurd , " Funny Cide 's trainer Barclay Tagg said . Meanwhile , Funny Cide 's trainer , Barclay Tagg , called the allegations " ridiculous . " +0 1091577 1091178 Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . +1 2157605 2157574 " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " chief financial officer Jake Brace said in a statement . " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " he said . +1 1856603 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . +1 219613 219578 SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used by themselves or as extensions to the ControlCenter family of storage management applications . SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used as stand-alone applications or as an extension to EMC 's ControlCenter applications . +1 2348550 2348631 Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped ; others took pictures of sensitive areas without being challenged . Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped by employees ; others took pictures of security-sensitive areas without anyone challenging them . +1 1230680 1230521 When Biggs 's body was found , authorities had no leads until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . Authorities had no leads in Biggs ' death until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . +0 2729329 2729355 He is accused of obstructing justice , witness tampering and destroying evidence . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . +1 1967668 1967589 Mr. Stevens has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al Qaeda agents in Britain than previously thought . Sir John has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al-Qa 'eda agents in Britain than previously thought . +0 3078447 3078741 The victims included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi and one Sudanese , the ministry official said . State television said the dead included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi , one Sudanese and four whose nationalities were not named . +1 732043 732076 He said some issues _ such as division break-up _ really can only be resolved if and when the conference is expanded . He said some issues - including division alignments - will be resolved if the conference expands . +1 1094963 1094672 But in the first 30 seconds after Young entered the ring , the family knew it was an uneven match , Meyers said . But in the first 30 seconds of the bout , family members knew it was an uneven match , Jodie Meyers , Stacy Young 's sister , said . +1 3179481 3179500 " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a press conference this afternoon . +1 1724644 1724330 Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from Ford Credit , which earned a net $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent . Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from its Ford Credit finance arm , which earned $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent from a year earlier . +1 1702613 1702219 The suit is to be filed against Secretary of State Kevin Shelley and election officials in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . +0 806865 806436 Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . Newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur in " Hairspray " bested Broadway veteran Bernadette Peters in " Gypsy " for best actress in a musical . +1 3113886 3113811 But while Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the EU 's investigation started five years ago , the firm has denied anti-competitive practices are to blame . Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the probe started five years ago , but the firm denied anti-competitive practices were the reason for this . +1 1136875 1136834 No country seems likely to oppose proposals for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . No country now opposes plans for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . +1 2197806 2197840 Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . Early voting polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept . 8 and Sept . 9 . +1 2760326 2760346 Third-quarter revenue declined to $ 36.9 billion from $ 39.3 billion , primarily reflecting lower vehicle sales . Revenue fell to $ 36.9bn from $ 39.3bn a year ago , mainly due to lower vehicle sales . +1 380372 380360 Gartner analysts said that businesses are not yet feeling confident enough to upgrade corporate PCs . What 's more , companies are not feeling confident enough to replace older PCs , the analyst firm said . +0 802081 802256 Cubs outfielder Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat . Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat , and he immediately appealed the decision . +0 3434765 3435024 For proof , look no further than this week 's Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . The company is expected to unveil the console on Thursday at the Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . +1 2766043 2766012 Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , are among this year 's nominees . Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , were also among the fiction finalists announced Wednesday . +0 334677 334628 U.S. troops encountered no resistance during the five-hour sweep near Tikrit , Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the center of a region of Baath Party supporters . Tikrit is Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the region around it is known as a hotbed of Baath Party supporters and former high-ranking Iraqi military officials . +1 1730685 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . +0 1705190 1705093 It also named Robert Willumstad chief operating officer , also to take effect by Jan. 1 , 2004 . Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . +0 259989 260054 " These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate , " Bush said , adding that the United States will find the killers . These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate and the United States will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice . +1 306378 306402 A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities detonated the explosives later . A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities found explosives and detonated them afterward . +1 296493 296504 AN artist has infuriated New Yorkers by painting a sign reading " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " on a building near Ground Zero . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . +1 1554312 1554346 " During the investigation , Bryant was cooperative with investigators and remains cooperative with authorities , " the sheriff 's office said . Bryant was " interviewed and was cooperative , " said Kim Andree , a spokeswoman for the sheriff 's office . +0 787052 786685 Seniors would then have to pay 50 percent of their drug costs up to $ 3,450 . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . +0 2222062 2222145 The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's factory index increased to 58.9 from 55.9 in July . The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's monthly index rose to 58.9 from 55.9 in July , the highest in 15 months . +1 2338981 2338970 Adrian Lamo , 22 , had told reporters he planned to surrender to the FBI in Sacramento Friday , but he then had second thoughts . Lamo had told reporters he would surrender to the FBI on the federal courthouse steps in Sacramento on Friday , but he didn 't show up . +1 2584239 2584390 " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , " Bush said in prepared remarks , " the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . While he said " many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . +1 1254066 1254350 General Jeffrey said he would donate his military pension to charity for the period he was in office at Yarralumla . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . +1 1024275 1024003 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , to 1,666.58 , based on the latest data , and marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , at 1,666.58 , marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . +1 2729306 2729355 Quattrone 's action , prosecutors argue , amounted to criminal obstruction of justice . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . +1 3328917 3328912 SEA 05D is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for surface ship design and engineering . The Future Concepts and Surface Ship Design Group is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for all surface ship design and engineering . +0 2630577 2630578 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . +1 1469314 1469250 About $ 250,000 worth of her jewelry was discovered last week at Kennedy International Airport , where it had up and disappeared before a flight to the BET Awards . An estimated $ 250,000 worth of jewelry belonging to the hip-hop performer was recovered Friday at Kennedy Airport , where it had disappeared June 20 . +1 2780653 2780636 The diocese reached a settlement in 2001 involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs for an undisclosed sum . In 2001 , the diocese reached a $ 15 million settlement involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs . +1 1478919 1478601 The U.S. government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . +1 1865543 1865594 But Mr Kenny said his advice to Mr Hicks - if they are ever allowed to meet or speak - may well be that he accept a deal . But Mr Kenny said his advice to David Hicks , should they be allowed to meet , might be that he accept a deal . +1 1865547 1865598 Mr Kenny and the Hicks family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , are trying to get access to Mr Hicks before he faces a planned military tribunal . Mr Kenny and the family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , want access to Hicks before he faces a military tribunal . +1 603351 603372 The two forms account for about 30 percent of the approximately 7 million immigration benefits applications received annually , immigration officials said . The two forms constitute 30 percent of the 7 million applications filed to the bureau each year . +0 2227183 2227229 The unions also staged a five-day strike in March that forced all but one of Yale 's dining halls to close . The unions also staged a five-day strike in March ; strikes have preceded eight of the last 10 contracts . +0 3391270 3391280 FBI spokesman Steve Lazarus did not immediately return a phone call for comment on Friday . Adaptable and Carter 's Trading Co. did not immediately return calls seeking comment on Wednesday . +1 2056776 2056768 Wyles previous feature credits include White Oleander , Enough and Donnie Darko . Wyle 's feature credits also include " White Oleander , " " Enough " and " Donnie Darko . " +1 61559 61668 Treasurys long-range plan is to provide retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability to manage their holdings online in a single account . The Treasury said wants to give retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability eventually to manage holdings online in a single account . +1 2516703 2516763 White House officials say Iran has one last chance to comply with IAEA inspection demands . A White House spokesman added that Iran had " one last chance " to comply with its disarmament obligations . +1 1802891 1803095 After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as his spiritual adviser spoke to him . After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as the prison chaplain spoke in his ear . +1 121430 121263 Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as immigration officials attempt to determine his status , the Coast Guard said . Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as officials determined his status and immediate future , the Coast Guard said . +1 3223214 3223150 A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had a grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . +1 358224 358241 Roxio , which is based in Santa Clara , Calif . , would get access to the music libraries of the major labels and the Pressplay distribution system . Roxio , would get access to more than 300,000 tracks from the music libraries of the major labels , and the Pressplay distribution system . +0 21722 21695 Boeing shares fell nearly 4 percent to $ 27.54 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trade , while Lockheed slipped 1.6 percent to $ 49.42 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +0 938879 938895 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . +0 305494 305455 Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province in recent weeks from 38,000 to more than 45,000 . While the shape of any military operation is unclear , Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province to more than 45,000 from 38,000 . +1 2605599 2605635 Five alternate jurors were also chosen , with a final one set to be selected Friday morning from the panel . Five alternate jurors also were selected , with a sixth alternate to be picked on Friday . +1 2509742 2509721 In interviews with engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers are evident . In interviews with numerous engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers stand out in stark relief . +1 1601705 1601584 A suburban Chicago man was arrested Wednesday on charges of secretly gathering information on Iraqi opposition figures as an unregistered agent of Saddam Hussein 's intelligence service . The FBI arrested a suburban Chicago man Wednesday and charged him with secretly collecting information on individuals in the United States who opposed Saddam Hussein 's Iraqi government . +1 1245559 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . +0 3053015 3053033 The contractors convicted last month , Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , are to be sentenced in January . Contractors Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , who were convicted of submitting hundreds of phony invoices to Blue Cross , are to be sentenced in January . +1 2409131 2408921 " The board did so and accepted that resignation , " said McCall , who chaired the meeting . " The board did so , and accepted that resignation , " said the chairman of the exchange 's compensation committee , H. Carl McCall . +1 3153787 3153820 " He died doing something he loved , " William Dusenbery , Sr. , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . " He died doing something he loved , which was flying his helicopters , " said the father , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . +1 3171851 3171879 The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in- chief for breast cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center . The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in-chief for breast-cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City . +1 532719 532702 Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential at Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential working in the Palo Alto office of Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . +1 1015165 1015247 This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus , the parent of Bergdorf Goodman ; and Nordstrom strong sales gains in May . This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus Group Inc. and Nordstrom Inc . , along with some boutique retailers , strong sales gains in May . +1 2457679 2457752 President Vlad imir Putin threw his weight behind Russia ’ s main pro-Kremlin political party for the first time last week , ahead of parliamentary elections . President Vladimir Putin threw his weight for the first time on Saturday behind Russia 's main pro-Kremlin political party ahead of parliamentary elections . +1 1369742 1369888 Officials in Malawi said the five suspects had been on the CIA 's " watch list " since the twin 1998 truck bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . Officials in Malawi said the men were on the CIA 's ' ' watch list ' ' since the twin 1998 bombings at the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . +1 476713 476614 Passengers would be given a refund and voucher for another trip , she said . Passengers on that cruise are to be given a refund and voucher for another trip . +0 2158 1971 A monthlong grace period in New York City ended May 1 , and now bars and restaurants that allow people to puff can face hefty fines . In New York City , bars and restaurants that allow people to smoke can face hefty fines . +0 1708655 1708561 First , it 's found in most versions of Windows , including the new Windows Server 2003 . It is the first " critical " flaw discovered and fixed in the new Windows Server 2003 . +1 1544408 1544376 No Americans were reported among the casualties , according to Capt. Michael Calvert , a spokesman for the regiment . None of the casualties was Americans , said Capt. Michael Calvert , regiment spokesman . +1 2147547 2147515 Suspected rebels also blew up an oil pipeline in north-east Colombia . Also Sunday , suspected rebels dynamited an oil pipeline in northeast Colombia . +1 2528 2912 The capsule landed on its side and drifted about 12 metres , probably dragged by the main parachute . The capsule ended up on its side and appeared to have been dragged about 40ft by the main parachute after landing . +1 2003451 2003409 Frank Partnoy , a securities law professor at the University of San Diego , said the case suggested that Merrill 's oversight and control of its executives were inadequate . Frank Partnoy , a securities-law professor at the University of San Diego School of Law , said the case suggests Merrill Lynch 's oversight and control of its executives was inadequate . +0 2653949 2653997 The parents want her kept alive ; her husband says she never wanted to be kept alive artificially . Michael Schiavo has argued that his wife never wanted to be kept alive artificially . +1 2361754 2361818 While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects drove off before taking anything . While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects fled before they could take anything , he said . +0 2506940 2506972 However , Hayes , the CDC official , said there are many complicated interactions in play . But Hayes , of the CDC said , " Many complicated interactions come into play that are often difficult to predict . " +0 2190085 2190104 Microsoft , which acquired Virtual PC from Connectix in February , said a fix for the problem is not around the corner . Virtual PC , which Microsoft acquired from Connectix Corp. in February , will not run on the G5 , the company said . +1 3453064 3453247 Mr. Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . +0 894009 893837 ISC and NASCAR officials declined to comment . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . +1 894151 893944 A tradition of Labor Day racing was established long ago in the Inland Empire . There is a tradition of Labor Day racing in the Inland Valley . +0 2861344 2861246 In his female disguise , the real estate heir used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend . In his female disguise , he used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend , and rented an apartment in Galveston . +0 1742145 1742270 Its shares fell 71 cents , or 3.5 percent , in after-hours trading to $ 19.55 . The stock had risen 63 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 20.26 in regular-session Nasdaq trading . +0 1802897 1802788 Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . +1 2758339 2758298 " We have an incredible amount of work to do , but it 's not in [ designing new ] instruction set architectures . " We 've got an incredible amount of work to do , but it ain 't in the instruction set , " he said . +1 2861238 2861348 Defense attorneys said Durst accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after the elderly man illegally entered his apartment . Durst 's attorneys contend their client accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after Black illegally entered his apartment . +0 1868298 1868428 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index rose 4.64 points , or 0.27 percent , to 1,735.34 , according to the latest available data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 17.08 points , or 1.74 percent , to 998.68 . +1 2905139 2904947 Fanned by the hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity , major fires were raging in at least 10 places , having already burned nearly 80 937 hectares . Those hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity created optimal conditions for raging fires in at least 10 places that have already burned nearly 200,000 acres . +1 2613357 2613445 The condition is associated with heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness , and amputations . Those with diabetes run the risk of severe complications , including heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness and amputations . +1 3271341 3271457 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Powell said . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . +1 264284 264662 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the Nasdaq has barreled back 21.2 percent . Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . +1 3313731 3313577 In September , a 27-year-old Singapore researcher contracted SARS while working in a laboratory . In a case in August , a 27-year-old laboratory worker in Singapore developed SARS . +1 962010 962035 He characterized the hostile bid as " atrociously bad behavior from a company with a history of atrociously bad behavior . " Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " +1 425188 425211 In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . In the earlier survey , 63 percent of home broadband users had cable modems , compared with 34 percent who connected with DSL technology . +1 35944 36187 Eustachy acknowledged at a news conference Wednesday that he was an alcoholic and was seeking treatment . Eustachy disclosed this week that he is an alcoholic and is seeking treatment . +1 1819445 1819733 Seven of the nine Democratic presidential candidates were also scheduled to address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . +0 205044 205100 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote , while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got 4 percent . A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . +1 1748966 1748905 Moffitt said the results need to be replicated in another study before testing of individuals for presence of the long or short versions of the gene will be pursued . Professor Moffitt said the results needed to be replicated before pursuing testing of individuals for the presence of the long or short versions of the gene . +0 202023 202003 The first trial of a suspect in last year 's Bali nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people opened in Indonesia today , Sky News reported . One of the key suspects in the October nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people in Bali went on trial Monday amid tight security . +0 2221631 2221643 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.98 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,346.77 . +1 2302763 2302806 If convicted , Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison based on new laws in Romania designed to prosecute cybercrime , Softwin said . Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison under a new law in Romania , according to BitDefender 's Web site . +0 2582380 2582198 Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson said the company is continuing to work with authorities . Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson referred all calls to the FBI . +1 3104302 3104259 At the Pentagon , the Department of Defense 's Inspector General has separately been asked to investigate how the telecom licences were awarded . But a source close to the Pentagon said the Defense Department 's own inspector-general had been asked to investigate how the licences were awarded . +1 1738301 1738620 Police believe someone strangled her and she may have been sexually assaulted . Park appeared to have been strangled and may have been sexually assaulted , Homicide Capt. Charles Bloom said . +1 3253747 3253789 On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . The move came just hours after the company 's Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit resigned . +0 2469445 2469648 " Accordingly , there needs to be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism . " There must be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism , " namely , a " promise of a better and fairer world . " +1 1081760 1081734 The hot technologies -- networking , storage and wireless products -- will be front and center this week . Storage , networking and wireless products will be prevalent at the show . +1 248301 248261 PG & E Corp. shares were up 39 cents or 2.6 percent at $ 15.59 on the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday . PG & E 's shares gained 24 cents to $ 15.44 during Tuesday 's trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2254357 2254321 At 5 p.m. EDT , the center of Hurricane Fabian was located near latitude 15.7 north , longitude 45.2 west or about 1,075 miles east of the Lesser Antilles . At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . +1 1548367 1547965 But when no justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was seen as making those efforts moot . But when neither Justice O 'Connor nor any other justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was widely seen as making those campaigns moot . +1 682443 682404 Neither military action nor large-scale bribery can solve the North Korean problem , Wolfowitz said . Indeed , Wolfowitz admitted Saturday that neither military action nor " large scale bribery " would solve the issue . +0 2690077 2690016 Californias rate was 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August and also down from the 6.7 percent posted in September 2002 . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . +1 1090329 1090624 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side had fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued Tuesday that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " +0 1263331 1263691 The movie opens this weekend and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . The movie opened over the weekend in the number one spot and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . +0 3130888 3130842 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office was not available for comment . A spokesman for the United States Attorney 's office in Manhattan had no comment . +1 3020597 3020740 Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . Ernest Bucklew was headed home for his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . +1 798489 798424 Shares of Bristol-Myers rose to $ 28 in electronic trading from the $ 26.90 close on the New York Stock Exchange . Bristol shares rose $ 1.30 , or 5 percent , to $ 28.20 , after closing at $ 26.90 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 3296376 3296429 The Foreign Office says that Heaton is in detention but has not yet been charged with any offence . The Foreign Office said Heaton was in Saudi detention but had not been charged , and that consul officials had visited him on Thursday . +0 2786920 2786884 The nine states are Alaska , Arizona , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . So far , eight states have laws legalizing marijuana for patients with physician recommendations : Alaska , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . +0 3378968 3378898 " We do not use service members as guinea pigs , " William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs , told a Pentagon briefing . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . +1 2413558 2413644 Since June of last year the Red Cross has spent $ 114 million on disasters , but taken in only $ 40 million in donations . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . +1 3182444 3182413 The United States and Britain are seeking backing at the United Nations for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . At the United Nations , the United States and Britain are seeking backing for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . +1 1694566 1694515 The US version will cost $ 99 for an individual licence , the same as the existing version . Contribute 2 costs 69 for an individual license , the same as the existing version . +1 1396791 1396813 The format must be an open standard that has been formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms . The format must be formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms , they added . +1 2513568 2513541 In Damascus , Syrian Information Minister Ahmad al-Hassan called the charges " baseless and illogical " . In Damascus , the Syrian Information Minister , Ahmed al-Hassan , dismissed the claim . +0 1096756 1096779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . +0 1140010 1139774 She said the store ordered 520 copies and reserved another 300 . In one Johannesburg store , 900 copies have been ordered . +1 2055389 2055336 Water samples are being tested in a state lab to determine what caused the reaction . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . +0 2243130 2243048 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . The Dow Jones rose 41.61 points Friday , a gain of 0.4 % for the day and 0.7 % for the week . +1 2244016 2243958 " Any decision on Charleroi will have huge implications for regional airports in France , " he said . " A bad decision on Charleroi would have huge implications for state-owned regional airports in France . +0 3171616 3171578 " This is very serious , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . +1 2759796 2759805 On the upside , Coca-Cola Co . ( nyse : KO - news - people ) reported higher profit for the quarter early on Thursday , helped by European demand . Coca-Cola Co . ( KO ) reported higher profit for the quarter , helped by European demand , early on Thursday . +0 1737212 1737529 Shelley 's office reported Friday that 575,926 signatures have been reported to him . Shelley 's office released signature counts late Friday and said counties had reported counting 575,926 signatures so far . +0 1896014 1896214 Arguing that the case was an isolated example , Canada has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . Canada which is a major meat exporter to Japan , has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . +1 2541916 2542007 The shooting happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home the extended family shared on the city 's westside . The shootings happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home that the extended family shared on Gary 's west side . +1 2142072 2142145 His spokesman , Tom Parker , said Moore 's attorneys would respond to the complaint Monday . Parker said Moore 's lawyers were reviewing the complaint and would respond Monday . +1 2815613 2815697 They made a similar discovery in Houston on another aircraft , Dallas-based Southwest said in a statement . The airline said a similar discovery was made on the plane in Houston . +0 1396772 1396869 The group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . +1 3317938 3317904 " The sentence reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts views these crimes , " Spitzer said in a statement . Mr. Spitzer said in a statement that the sentence " reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts view these crimes . " +1 1475739 1475789 Bush said resistance forces hostile to the U.S. presence " feel like ... the conditions are such that they can attack us there . There are some who feel like the conditions are such that they can attack us there . +1 1805615 1805417 Wall Street regained a positive track yesterday after two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were killed in a firefight in Iraq . WALL St regained a positive track today following news that two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were among four Iraqis killed in a US raid in northern Iraq . +1 775031 775074 A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer said . +1 2616455 2616441 Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the recent announcement that Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive , would soon retire . Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the departure of Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive . +1 562791 563043 The United States and Russia have spent billions since the 1960s on a handful of space craft designed to land on Mars . The United States and Russia spent billions on a dozen or so robotic craft meant to land on Mars and radio back their findings . +1 617943 618357 Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided much-needed insight in the opening round of the Memorial Tournament in Dublin , Ohio . Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided some much needed insight in Thursday 's opening round of the Memorial Tournament . +1 2560834 2560777 Avalon means the next Windows OS will support new styles of user interfaces and elements . Thanks to Avalon , Longhorn will support new styles of user interfaces and user interface elements . +1 2315356 2315463 The three priests were careful to go through church channels first as they exercised their rights under canon law . The priests went through church channels first , exercising their rights under canon law . +1 1550874 1550974 There were no plans to build permanent US bases in Africa , Pentagon officials said . There are no plans to build permanent U.S. bases in Africa , Defense Department officials say . +1 1075243 1075339 Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and attorney who originally represented McCorvey , could not be reached for comment . Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and lawyer who originally represented McCorvey , did not immediately return a call seeking comment . +1 1568540 1568627 Monday , the CIA said analysts concluded that Saddam is likely the speaker on the tape . The CIA on Monday said voice and sound analysts concluded that Saddam is probably the speaker on the tape . +1 667354 667115 The report by the Justice Department 's inspector general found " significant problems " in the government 's handling of foreigners who were jailed under blanket edicts adopted by the department after the attacks . The Justice Department 's Office of the Inspector General described " significant problems " in the Bush administration 's actions toward the 762 foreigners held on immigration violations after the attacks . +1 41117 41031 Under the agreement , LendingTree shareholders would receive 0.6199 of a USAi share for each share in LendingTree . Under the proposed stock for stock transaction , LendingTree shareholders will get 0.6199 shares of USAI common stock for each share of LendingTree common stock . +1 1629264 1629180 Prince William County prosecutors told a judge yesterday they now want the trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad moved out of the area . Prosecutors reversed course Friday and said they support moving the murder trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad out of the Washington suburbs . +1 633371 633452 Greenspan is head of the U.S. central bank , which sets U.S. interest rates . Greenspan 's Federal Reserve , the U.S. central bank , decides interest rates in the world 's largest economy . +0 2690016 2690096 The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . +1 402118 402005 Others rushed up the aisle to vocally protest the remarks , and one student tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . A few tried to rush the podium , and at least one graduate tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . +0 1729854 1729826 AMD 's chip sales jumped 7 percent year-on-year to $ 402 million . Second-quarter sales grew 7 percent , to $ 645 million from $ 600 million in 2002 . +1 2320029 2320049 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program , which also dated from the Depression . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . +0 516184 515989 Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " +1 507548 507739 " Indeed , Iran should be put on notice that efforts to try to remake Iraq in their image will be aggressively put down , " he said . " Iran should be on notice that attempts to remake Iraq in Iran 's image will be aggressively put down , " he said . +1 741059 741125 It is important for a process to be put into place , he said , that would permit a smooth transition from war to peace . He added : " Let the process be put in place that will ensure a smooth transition from war to peace . +0 2668628 2668543 The American conservatives are clearly in the minority within the Episcopal Church . The letter indicates the Vatican 's interest in bolstering conservatives within the Episcopal Church . +1 2546178 2546202 " If I was diagnosed today with CJD , I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible . He added that if he were diagnosed with vCJD " I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible " . +0 2908282 2908123 It has a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points . That poll had 712 likely voters and sampling error of plus or minus 3.7 percentage points . +0 44118 44096 Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the US military . Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross-section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the U.S. military until elections can be held . +1 2696432 2696850 I think there 's a little hope invested in McNabb and he got a lot of credit for the performance of his team that he really didn 't deserve . There is a little hope invested in McNabb , and he got a lot of credit for the performance of this team that he didn 't deserve . " +1 2949356 2949316 A COUPLE have been arrested for starving their four sons while letting their daughters feast in front of them . A couple starved their four adopted sons for years while allowing their daughters to feast on takeaways , police and neighbours said today . +0 440225 440402 Local police authorities are treating the explosion as a criminal matter and nothing has been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . +1 2110348 2110356 The ELF has claimed responsibility for a slew of arson attacks against commercial entities that members say threaten or damage the environment . The underground group has claimed responsibility for a series of arsons against commercial entities that members say damage the environment . +1 2942193 2942084 Claudia Gonzles Herrera , an assistant attorney general in charge of the case , said the arrests show that Guatemala " takes the defense of its ancient Maya heritage seriously . " Claudia Gonzales Herrera , an assistant attorney-general in charge of the case , said the arrests showed that Guatemala took the defence of its Mayan heritage seriously . +0 101739 101766 Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court this morning on charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree sexual assault . Saul Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court for the death of Christina Long . +1 1120681 1120716 Gordon stressed that his bill " is a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " But Gordon emphasized that the legislation he introduced last week is " a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral ( Harold ) Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " +0 1528030 1528275 Shiite Muslims account for about a third of Quetta 's of 1.2 million people . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . +0 1290542 1290504 About 24 percent of men who took placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . The researchers found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . +0 992998 992963 Friends said Frank Riva worked in construction in Manhattan and recently helped his son get into the construction workers union . Riva had recently helped his son , Frank Riva Jr . , get into a construction workers ' union and land a job . +0 124994 125207 A panel of the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's assault weapons ban in a 2-1 ruling last December . The December decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's law banning certain assault weapons and revived the national gun-ownership debate . +0 1994696 1994952 Cardenas and Estrada , who is on trial for economic plunder , have denied any involvement . Mr Estrada , who is in prison , has denied any involvement in the mutiny . +1 1596215 1596239 The number of passengers aboard was not known and may never be , since ferry operators rarely keep full passenger lists . The exact number of passengers on the ferry was not known and may never be determined because ferry operators typically do not keep accurate passenger manifests . +1 1404484 1404314 More than 6 percent of men on the drug developed high-grade tumors compared with 5.1 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . +0 2839411 2839475 The MPx200 , which will sell for $ 299.99 , is now available through AT & T Wireless ' mMode service . The phone is available for $ 299.99 with any compatible AT & T Wireless service plan . +1 821520 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation ’ s critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . +1 1538790 1538868 Sales of downloaded singles and albums will be included in Billboard 's charts for those configurations . Digital download sales of recorded albums and singles will be included in the album and singles sales charts , respectively . +1 621407 621315 The findings were reported online in the June 1 edition of scientific journal Nature Medicine . The findings are published in today 's edition of the journal Nature Medicine . +1 2748306 2748295 Kerry last month outlined a U.N. resolution authorizing a military force under U.S. command and transferring responsibility to the United Nations for the political and humanitarian efforts . Kerry outlined last month a UN resolution authorizing a military force under US command and transferring responsibility for political and humanitarian efforts to the UN . +1 3106657 3106635 Downer originally said the 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived in a boat off Melville Island last week . Foreign Minister Alexander Downer yesterday claimed the group of 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived off Melville Island last week . +0 1701370 1701277 The government identified the alleged hijackers as Francisco Lamas Carón , 29 , Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 , and Yosvani Martínez Acosta , 27 . The ministry said the hijackers Francisco Lamas Caron , 29 ; Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 ; and Yosvani Martinez Acosta , 27 , shot themselves for unknown reasons . +1 1349416 1349690 " The court expects that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary , " O 'Connor wrote . O 'Connor wrote , " We expect that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary . " +1 2479147 2479132 The FTC also said AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely rebates to consumers . In a separate complaint , the FTC alleged that AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely $ 400 rebates to consumers . +1 1467347 1467378 CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the CELF , according to various members of CELF . +1 302689 302468 The news came as authorities in Taiwan quarantined hundreds at two major hospitals amid fears of a widespread epidemic of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome on the self-governing island . The threat came as Taiwanese authorities quarantined hundreds at two hospitals amid fears of an epidemic of severe acute respiratory syndrome . +0 3164525 3164660 " I do not wish to be present during this witness , " he told Stanislaus County Superior Court Judge Al Girolami . " Yes , I do not wish to be present during this witness , " Peterson , 31 , calmly told the judge as he was returned to his cell . +0 1467588 1467641 The Satellite 's 17-inch panel offers a maximum resolution of 1,440 by 900 pixels , Toshiba said . The new P25-S507 sports a 17-inch display with a resolution of 1,440 pixels by 900 pixels the same as Apples PowerBook . +0 2228733 2228854 The average American makes four trips a day , 45 percent for shopping or errands . Nearly half - 45 percent - are for shopping or running errands . +1 2221657 2221678 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.5 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 gained 0.3 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 1.2 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . +0 344782 345304 The key vote Thursday came on the dividend tax provision offered by Sen. Don Nickles , R-Oklahoma . The key vote Thursday was on a provision that temporarily eliminates the dividend tax . +1 3119461 3119491 " We did not want to shut down , " Lawrence Diamond , the CFO , said as O 'Donnell lawyer Matthew Fishbein questioned him . " We did not want to shut down , " Diamond testified under questioning by Matthew Fishbein , one of O 'Donnell 's lawyers . +1 1264552 1264471 OpForce 3.0 supports Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . +1 1396868 1396786 As such , consumers want to easily enjoy this content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home , said the group . The companies say their consumers want to enjoy their content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home . +0 2542022 2541932 Because of that , the family had kept him from the home over the objections of the grandmother , police said . Because of that , the family had run him out of the house over the objections of the grandmother and he was living on the street . +1 2754803 2754782 Fifty-seven senators , including 24 Republicans , have signed the letter . Of those who signed the letter , 57 are senators , including 24 Republicans . +1 3113884 3113810 One of the Commission 's publicly stated goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can work with desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's . The Commission has publicly said one of its goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can connect to desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's can . +1 2461128 2461192 " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts 's request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims , " Microsoft spokeswoman Stacy Drake said . " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts ' request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims . " +1 3290113 3290192 But he added : " You can 't win elections by looking in the rearview mirror . " " You can 't win elections by looking through the rear view mirror , " he said . +1 1345526 1345340 Recent U.S. appeals court rulings have required Internet providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . The new campaign comes just weeks after U.S. appeals court rulings requiring Internet service providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . +0 1799475 1799424 She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . And she has a boyfriend , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family today . +1 2426922 2427014 Federal offices were to remain closed for a second day overnight ( Friday US time ) . The Government shut down in Washington , and federal offices were to remain closed yesterday . +1 71782 72136 Missouri Gov. Bob Holden asked the White House to declare a federal disaster in 39 counties . Gov. Bob Holden asked Bush to declare 39 Missouri counties disaster areas . +1 2566397 2566529 According to the affidavit , Al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using two American and one Yemeni passport . The affidavit said Mr. al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using one Yemeni and two U.S. passports . +0 3111200 3111211 It can store more than a gigabyte of information equivalent to around 12 hours of music in one cubic centimetre . And it can store more than a gigabyte of information - equivalent to 1,000 high quality images or around 12 hours of music - in just one cubic centimetre . +1 3357076 3357026 An attempt last month in the Senate to keep the fund open for another year fell flat . An attempt to keep the fund open for another year fell flat in the Senate last month . +0 352129 352112 His coalition also passed some of the world 's most progressive laws in legalizing gay marriage and euthanasia and decriminalizing the personal use of soft drugs . The coalition passed some of the world 's most progressive social legislation , legalising gay marriage and euthanasia . +1 539586 539363 Passenger Keith Charlton , who helped tackle the man , last night praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant , known to passengers as Greg . Passenger Keith Charlton , who also tackled the attacker , praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant . +1 1072674 1072425 O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . Jordan Green , O 'Brien 's private attorney , said he had no comment . +0 2745358 2745404 Revenue in the most-recent quarter rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion . Revenue rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion from $ 43.6 billion a year ago . +1 1852279 1852455 The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > slipped 44.32 points , or 0.48 percent , to 9,240.25 . +1 762446 762324 But she didn 't say whether she 'll certify the two-year $ 117.4 billion budget for 2004-05 . She said she didn 't know yet whether she would certify the budget . +0 3337422 3337563 If Poland , Spain and Germany were prepared to make concessions in Brussels , the basis for a deal could be found . " Poland , Spain and Germany , were ready to talk about a deal , " he said . +1 2581006 2580932 When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching a TV cartoon channel . When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . +1 2614359 2614340 " We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " VeriSign spokesman Tom Galvin told Reuters . We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " said Russell Lewis , executive vice president of VeriSign 's Naming and Directory Services Group . +1 345700 345683 Electronic Data Systems Corp. Thursday said the Securities and Exchange Commission has asked the company for documents related to its large contract with the U.S. Navy . In a regulatory filing , EDS said the SEC had asked for information related to its troubled IT outsourcing contract with the US Navy . +0 655008 654952 Monday ratcheted up its database software line with the introduction of a new suite that automates the process of defining , describing and indexing information contained in the database . DB2 Cube Views automates the process of creating metadata by defining , describing , and indexing information in a database . +0 2598655 2598686 The veteran Malyasian diplomat met Suu Kyi Wednesday at the lakeside home in Yangon where she is under house arrest . Razali Ismail met for 90 minutes with Suu Kyi , a 1991 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize , at her lakeside home , where she is under house arrest . +1 3322660 3322644 Malvo 's attorneys mounted an insanity defense , arguing that Muhammad 's indoctrination left him unable to tell right from wrong . Malvo 's lawyers have presented an insanity defense , saying brainwashing by convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad left Malvo incapable of knowing right from wrong . +0 2238105 2238012 And the First Amendment doesn 't say that the free exercise of religion is allowed — except in government buildings . The amendment deals with the free exercise of religion versus the government establishment of a religion . +0 2268478 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in " extremely critical " condition , Czartoryski said . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . +1 2403100 2403192 On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . Based on having at least one of these symptoms , most students were hung over between three and 11 times in the past year . +1 3116793 3116876 SEIU President Andrew Stern said the unions are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions . In his speech , Stern says his members are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions on health care issues . +0 1472318 1472426 Witnesses from Malaysia will testify Thursday in the treason trial of cleric Abu Bakar Bashir , said to be the leader of terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah . The secrecy surrounding terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah was again smashed when witnesses from Malaysia testified in the treason trial of Abu Bakar Bashir . +0 111977 111896 The Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly has been the latest to speak out . Marcel Desailly , the France captain and Chelsea defender , believes the latter is true . +1 1358458 1358496 But the institute says the department " woefully underestimates " the changes that would occur under the proposal . But the institute says the department ‘ ‘ woefully underestimates ’ ’ the changes that would occur if the proposal is implemented . +0 360333 360465 In March , 67 percent connected through cable , up from 63 percent a year earlier . By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using D.S.L. +0 2579050 2579025 Close behind was India , 14.3 percent , followed by Thailand and the Philippines . The largest supplier of medicines was Canada , followed by India , Thailand and the Philippines . +1 3386401 3386434 On Thursday , authorities evacuated residents who live in the canyon and closed off the road leading there . Authorities evacuated residents and closed off the road leading to Waterman Canyon . +1 1353170 1353189 EU ministers were invited to the conference but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform , said Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington . Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . +0 2421171 2421092 Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone . . . this research has broken the size barrier for rodents " . Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and the international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone " . +1 894010 893837 Officials with North Carolina Speedway at Rockingham could not be reached . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . +0 979620 979602 The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has unsealed a heavily edited transcript of the June 3 court session where classified evidence was discussed out of public earshot . The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond , Va . , released the edited transcript of a closed hearing June 3 , which followed a public proceeding . +0 969188 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX dropped 9.90 points , or 0.99 percent , to 988.61 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +1 3238581 3238530 Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans , Wayne Allard ( Colo . ) , Jeff Sessions ( Ala . ) and Sam Brownback ( Kan . ) . Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans : Wayne Allard of Colorado , Jeff Sessions of Alabama and Sam Brownback of Kansas . +1 1380479 1380626 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas were the two other dissenting judges . His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . +1 2805768 2805313 Prisoners were tortured and executed -- their ears and scalps severed for souvenirs . They frequently tortured and shot prisoners , severing ears and scalps for souvenirs . +1 1767361 1767157 U.S. troops killed nearly two dozen suspected Taliban militants after coming under fire in southern Afghanistan in the latest in a series of such attacks . U.S. soldiers killed about two dozen suspected Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan after their convoy came under attack , the military said Sunday . +1 1428158 1428275 About 25 countries have signed in the past four months , and about half of those have been signed in the past few weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . +1 3271547 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilisation , " Powell said , according to the text of prepared remarks seen by Reuters . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . +0 1598660 1598725 The conflict centers on a proposal to change a French unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . France has a unique unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . +1 1982137 1982082 Hormone replacement therapy that combines estrogen and progestin doubles a woman 's risk of breast cancer , a British study of more than a million women has found . A major British study has added to the evidence that hormone replacement therapy increases the risk of breast cancer , especially when women receive a combination of estrogen and progestin . +1 1277321 1277116 " I will pass on to him [ Mr. Cheney ] that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy , " Mr. Klein said Sunday . " I will pass on to him that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy . " +1 2723203 2723167 " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self interest through cooperation with others . " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self-interest through cooperation with others , ' said Mr Goh . +1 1982755 1982770 Adolescent specialist Dr Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated eight-year-old children with anorexia - and that he had once treated a four-year-old boy . Adolescent specialist Dr. Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated 8-year-old children with anorexia _ and that he had once treated a 4-year-old boy . +1 1775223 1775268 " It 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as years past , " Armstrong said at a news conference . " I think it 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as I have in years past . +1 841177 841437 All those infected had recent close contact with prairie dogs . One of those infected reported having recent contact with exotic animals there . +1 3133255 3133543 At a news conference on Staten Island , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf announced she would be taking over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . On Friday , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf said she would take over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . +1 1984282 1984259 " When I talked to him last time , did I think that was the end-all - one conversation with somebody ? When I talked to him last time , did I think it was the end-all ? +1 2332399 2332291 Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida Friday , bringing powerful storms which further tested already-swollen lakes and rivers . Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida on Friday , pushing heavy rains into areas where lakes and rivers were full to overflowing . +1 533680 533673 The case had consolidated numerous class action suits filed against Rambus in 2001 . The case consolidated multiple purported class actions filed in 2001 . +1 3035916 3035786 He added that we are " not going to make progress if we don 't broaden the tent . " He added Democrats are not going to make progress if we dont broaden the tent . +1 316018 315837 The MTA had argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated at different times ranged from less than $ 1 billion to $ 2.8 billion . The MTA argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated , at different times , to be $ 952 million or $ 2.8 billion . +0 1733129 1733137 By 2040 , the county 's population is expected to be 985,066 , compared to the 2000 population of 860,454 . Through 2040 , Indiana 's population is expected to increase by about 19 percent , to more than 7.2 million people . +1 1803911 1803964 Dolores Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs , Colo . , is someone who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . Dolores E. Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs is just the type of person who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . +0 2768381 2768348 Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , whose country holds the rotating EU presidency , said he was prepared to call another meeting of leaders next month . Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , chairing the summit , said he was prepared to call an extra informal meeting of leaders next month on the constitution if necessary . +0 1595057 1595083 But Islamic Jihad 's main leadership in the Gaza Strip disowned the bombing , saying the group was still committed to the ceasefire . The group 's leadership in Gaza insisted on Tuesday that it was still committed to the ceasefire . +0 377195 377203 Cox said state police would still help his office in the investigation , but Sturdivant would not be involved . On Friday , authorities had said the state police would head the investigation . +1 3326084 3325993 The skull is then punctured , the brain suctioned out , and that causes the skull to collapse so it can be removed from the birth canal . The skull is then punctured and the brain suctioned out , causing the skull to collapse and easing passage through the birth canal . +1 2764143 2764068 " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing yellow knit panties - with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , " Mackey hammered triumphantly . " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing panties with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , correct ? " +0 886548 886727 Shinseki retires Wednesday after a 38-year career that included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . Shinseki 's career included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . +1 1256514 1256639 Tornadoes , up to a foot of rain and hail as big as cantaloupes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing one man and destroying at least four homes . Up to a foot of rain and at least seven tornadoes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing a man and destroying at least four homes . +1 1066675 1066696 He said : " I fear on this occasion what happened was those bits of the alphabet which supported the case were selected . " I fear on this occasion what happened is that those bits of the alphabet that supported the case were selected , " he said . +1 2630546 2630578 Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . AA.N to report earnings after the close . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . +1 919973 919939 Duisenberg said in an interview with Bloomberg News ' German television channel released earlier on Wednesday it was too early to discuss further interest rate cuts for the euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . +0 261466 261502 The total number of new cases in China was fewer than 100 for the third day in a row . On Monday , the number of SARS cases in China passed 5,000 , hitting a total of 5,013 . +1 34763 34897 Det Chief Insp Norman McKinlay said there was " evidence a body or bodies have been in this area " . Detective Chief Inspector Norman McKinlay , leading the investigation , said : " There is evidence a body or bodies have been in this area . +0 2169156 2169356 Rosenthal declined comment on the Garrett situation Tuesday but said in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . The show 's creator and executive producer , Phil Rosenthal , quipped in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . +1 2631020 2631063 FCC Chairman Michael Powell said in a statement that the ruling would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " +0 2146802 2146689 Police official S.K. Tonapi told Reuters at least 40 people had been killed and more than 100 wounded . State interior ministry spokesman Vasant Pitke told Reuters that at least 42 people had been killed and 112 injured . +1 782069 782287 It marked the fourth straight week and the ninth time this year that rates on this benchmark mortgage fell to an all-time weekly low . Mortgage rates around the country fell again this week , the ninth time this year rates have hit an all-time low . +0 598413 598370 I 've still got a fighting chance , though , " Hewitt said after battling to overcome Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . " I 'm still not red-hot favourite , " Hewitt said after battling to down Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . +1 2949404 2949439 Harris and Klebold killed 12 students and a teacher before taking their own lives on April 20 , 1999 . Harris and Klebold killed 12 students , a teacher and themselves at the school . +0 627204 627159 He also reaffirmed his wish to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis peacefully . But the North Korean nuclear crisis has dominated his time in office . +1 1528194 1528085 Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people , ' ' he told the Associated Press . " Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people . " +0 1598385 1598301 " Everything was decided in advance , " said one of the men , Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived in Bangkok . " It was a total mockery of justice , a parody , " said Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived here . +0 1091525 1091318 Likewise , the 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > slid 1-11 / 32 for a yield of 4.38 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . +1 222638 222492 The company is in the early stages of testing the drug for rheumatoid arthritis . The company is also testing its cancer drug Rituxan for use by rheumatoid arthritis patients . +1 3276666 3276656 R & D spending is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , as compared to the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . +1 684851 684559 Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack were in court to witness the proceedings , but few Balinese attended the trial . Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack sat in the front row of the court , but few Balinese attended the trial . +0 2242377 2242625 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slipped 16 / 32 in price , sending its yield to 4.48 percent from 4.42 percent late on Thursday . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . +1 1721054 1721069 The California Farm Bureau did not immediately return calls seeking comment . The California Farm Bureau did not immediately have an official response to Tuesday 's ruling . +1 1693475 1693420 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads opened tighter overall on Tuesday , but tobacco company bonds widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . U.S. corporate bond yield spreads ended mostly tighter amid slumping Treasuries on Tuesday , while bonds of tobacco firms widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . +0 339203 339611 That package included increases to both the city 's sales and income taxes . He also objects to the sales and personal income tax increases in the package . +1 1119244 1119355 Buyers can purchase a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for $ 298 , excluding taxes , the report said . Buyers can now choose a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for 12,390 baht ( US $ 298 ) , excluding taxes , the report said . +1 1655915 1655425 Not only is this the oldest known planet , it 's also the most distant . Astronomers have found the oldest and most distant planet known in the universe . +0 861289 861467 When asked where the weapons were , Rice said : ' ' This is a program that was built for concealment . " The fact is , this was a program that was built for concealment . +1 1513825 1513801 They have been identified by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office as Melena 's brother , Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del Angel Lozano , 34 . The Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office has identified the deceased passengers at the scene as Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del-Angel Lozano , 34 . +0 2182281 2182333 United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . NITED NATIONS , Aug. 26 International inspectors have found traces of highly enriched uranium at an Iranian facility , according to a new confidential report distributed today . +0 458141 458283 Nelson had received a technical foul with 2 : 46 to go in the first quarter . Nelson stared down referee Joey Crawford during a timeout with 2 : 46 left in the first quarter and San Antonio leading 26-16 . +1 956131 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , an increase over Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . +0 1617908 1617844 Shares of Coke closed New York Stock Exchange trading Thursday at $ 44.01 . In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . +1 1851443 1851377 Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . +1 1317734 1317762 Predictions ranged from 16 cents a share to 27 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . +1 2179199 2179139 Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of September , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . +0 2141865 2141906 A federal judge ruled that the monument violated the law and ordered it removed . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . +1 968648 968698 Sovereign 's shares lost 74 cents , or 4.5 % , to $ 15.68 . Sovereign shares closed on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 15.68 , down 74 cents , or 4.5 percent . +1 726532 726838 Other recommendations included a special counsel on oceans in the White House , creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to protect marine reserves . Other recommendations included the creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to fully protect marine reserves . +1 69689 69610 During the fiscal second quarter , Cisco earned $ 991 million , or 14 cents a share , on sales of $ 4.7 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . +0 3031856 3031886 The appeals court hearing comes at a sensitive time for Microsoft . The appeals court has generally proved a favorable venue for Microsoft . +1 713976 713992 The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left behind their weakened companions . Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . +1 2745024 2745055 Last month , it narrowed the range to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . +1 2167155 2167070 Sir Wilfred Thesiger , traveller , writer , and one of the last solitary explorers of a shrinking planet , has died aged 93 . Sir Wilfred Thesiger , writer , explorer and chronicler of the world 's vanishing ways of life , has died at age 93 . +1 899424 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the I.S.D. that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the statement said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . +1 1349834 1349741 An amendment by Rep. Ellen Tauscher of California to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . Her proposal to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . +1 1692076 1692027 Intel updated investors midway through the quarter and said business was proceeding exactly as planned . Intel said midway through its quarter , which ended in June , that business was exactly as expected . +1 1761554 1761455 " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber in to the U.S. market , " Rusty Wood , chairman of the coalition , said in a release . " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber into the U.S. market , " said Rusty Wood , chairman of the Coalition for Fair Lumber Imports . +1 1614277 1614170 " No data exists to indicate that the situation with repair stations poses a safety concern . " However , FAA spokeswoman Kathleen Bergen said no data indicate that the situation poses safety problems . +1 2566958 2567329 Doctors have advised that the boy get chemotherapy , but Daren and Barbara Jensen have refused , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . Daren and Barbara Jensen refused to heed doctors ' recommendation of chemotherapy , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . +1 2151806 2151276 IAAF council member Jose Maria Odriozola said Drummond should be excluded from the championships . " I have proposed to the [ IAAF ] council that Drummond be excluded from the championships . " +0 672288 672347 Combined , the companies will have about $ 2.8 billion in annual revenues , 13,000 employees and more than 11,000 customers in 150 countries . The deal creates a company with about $ 2.8bn in annual revenues with 13,000 employees and 11,000 customers . +1 3050971 3051204 As a teen , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy , nearly killing him , for no apparent reason . He also told investigators that when he was in his mid-teens , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy for no apparent reason . +1 725121 725587 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts leaked yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents . " +1 2324709 2325029 Labor Department analysts think the payroll statistics from the survey of businesses provide a more accurate picture of the economy because the survey figures are based on a larger sample . The analysts said they believe the payroll statistics provide a more accurate picture of the economy because they are based on a larger sample . +0 2040232 2039692 Only 66 years old , Brooks was killed on Monday , Aug. 11 , 2003 in an automobile accident in his native Minnesota . When Brooks was killed in an automobile accident Monday in Minnesota , Taylor lost a good friend . +0 1912532 1912656 Prince is replacing Sanford " Sandy " Weill , who will remain Citigroup 's chairman . Prince , who heads Citigroup 's global corporate and investment bank , is replacing Sanford Weill as CEO . +1 445422 445299 Mohcine Douali , who lives in the centre of Algiers , said : " It was a great shock . " It was a great shock , " said Mohcine Douali , who lives in central Algiers . +0 67955 67994 " But the First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court . " The First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court in Madigan v. Telemarketing Associates , No. 01-1806 . +1 2733813 2733802 Whether it works out , timewise , that I can march with all four ... we 'll see what happens , " he said . Whether it works out timewise with all four , I don 't know but we will see what happens . " +1 3033679 3033652 " The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying ( a rate rise ) that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds , " Mr Macfarlane said . The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying a tightening of policy that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds . " +1 1163538 1163992 But while the prime minister 's trial judders to a halt , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . While he is now spared that threat , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . +0 114464 114645 Cubs manager Dusty Baker sees his slugger struggling . " Tonight he was an offensive catcher , " Cubs manager Dusty Baker said . +1 2438109 2437946 Since it was launched , the SiteFinder service has come under increasing criticism from users and analysts who say that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . Since it was launched Monday , the SiteFinder service has drawn widespread criticism from Internet users who complain that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . +1 1730708 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot June 25 . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . +0 3022381 3022308 Without comment , the court declined to hear suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore 's appeals . The defeat for suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore was expected . +1 1039676 1039623 Former chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . +0 342112 342381 The Modesto Bee and NBC were notified their calls had been intercepted , Goold said . Journalists were not the only people notified that their phone calls had been intercepted . +1 3090804 3090985 My view is these al-Qaeda terrorists - and I believe it was al-Qaeda - would prefer to have many such events . " " My view is that these Al Qaeda terrorists -- and I believe it was Al Qaeda -- would prefer to have many such events . " +0 1600352 1600447 Steverson said Williams was known as a racist who did not like Blacks . Steverson said Williams , who was white , was a racist . +0 2587656 2587753 Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad today after demonstrators stormed a police station demanding they be given jobs they claimed to have paid bribes for . Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad Wednesday after demonstrators demanding jobs stormed a police station and threw stones at officers , police said . +1 3395489 3395451 The court 's 1992 decision reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . In a 1992 case , the Supreme Court reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice , but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . +1 1089349 1089335 The latest quarter 's profit was a penny above of the average estimate as compiled by Thomson First Call . The earnings beat by a penny the consensus estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +1 556146 556044 More than 60 percent of the company 's 1,000 employees were killed in the attack . More than 60 per cent of its 1,000 employees at the time were killed . +1 1263434 1263562 Only two bidders of the six have expressed interest in the whole pie - oil tycoon Marvin Davis and Seagram heir Edgar Bronfman Jr . Only two of the bidders have so far expressed interest in buying all the assets -- Davis and Bronfman . +1 312323 312507 Bush also said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not make a determination on the bill for a few more weeks . Bush said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not decide the bill 's fate for a few more weeks . +0 1911604 1911550 Variable annuity sales were $ 4.2 billion , 82 percent higher than a year ago . Variable annuity sales surged 82 percent to $ 4.2 billion . +0 2859089 2859061 But U.S. administration officials moved to talk down Snow 's impact on currencies , saying his comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . U.S. administration officials said Snow 's rate comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . +1 1042499 1042394 However , one subset of women — those on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy — appeared to show improvement in survival . However , one subset of patients , women on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy , " appeared to show a favorable trend to improvement in survival . " +1 3149040 3149074 Intel ’ s Xeon surpassed HP ’ s PA-RISC to become the most often used processor , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . Intel 's Xeon surpassed HP 's PA-RISC to become the processor most often used , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . +0 130087 129778 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index lost the most ground , falling 16.95 points to 1,506,76 . The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . +1 2309397 2309420 " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " Coke spokeswoman Sonya Soutus said . " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " said Coke spokesman Ben Deutsch . +0 490018 490064 UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . It fell 0.5 percent after UBS downgraded it to " neutral " from " buy , " citing valuation . +1 2898540 2898554 A postal distribution center where four anthrax-laced letters passed through two years ago was fumigated with chlorine dioxide gas as crews wound up the decontamination process this weekend . Workers cleaning up a postal distribution center where four letters laced with anthrax had passed through two years ago planned to complete the fumigation operation early Sunday . +1 98417 98647 The American military 's task is to provide the security in the meantime . The U.S. military 's task , in this period , is to provide security . +1 1265264 1265297 The A920 comes with a printer , scanner , and copier for $ 89 . Dell 's Personal All-in-One A920 is an entry-level device that combines printer , scanner and copier functions for $ 89 . +0 2565371 2565170 The FTC has asked the court to suspend its decision while the agency appeals . U.S. District Judge Edward W. Nottingham in Denver denied an FTC request to suspend his decision while the agency appeals . +1 2933884 2933714 Officials said the data will be used to verify whether they had stayed beyond their authorized time . Officials said data will be used to verify whether travelers have exceeded their authorized stay . +1 1357528 1357493 A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion has seen about $ 19 billion of bids , investors said . A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion from GM drew about $ 21 billion of bids , an analyst looking at the deal said . +1 190933 191164 Even after he turned 94 , Lacy worked to change baseball . Even into his 90s , Lacy worked to change the game of baseball . +0 1010039 1010063 Dayton finished 24-6 last season , won the Atlantic-10 Conference championship and was a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament . That season , the Rams finished the regular season ranked 11th and were a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tournament . +1 1048004 1047810 It would not affect economic damages such as lost wages or hospital bills . Economic damages , such as lost wages or medical costs , wouldn 't be capped under Bush 's plan . +0 2211287 2211175 Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said he would fight any extension of the cable 's use . Meanwhile , the Connecticut attorney general , Richard Blumenthal , said he was considering legal action against Mr. Abraham 's order . +1 315649 315780 Schneiderman said this fare price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial condition as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more to ride in a recession . Schneiderman said the price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial status as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more at the turnstile in a recession . +0 1091268 1091301 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . +1 17155 17292 The two countries agreed last week to hold their first diplomatic discussions in two years . Last week , India and Pakistan said they would hold their first diplomatic talks in two years . +1 795914 795981 The proposal also may help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a takeover from Indianapoils-based shopping mall operator Simon Property Group Inc . The legislation , approved 12-3 by the House Commerce Committee , may allow Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. to fend off a takeover attempt by Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group Inc . +0 1913559 1913486 Shares of Coke were up 6 cents at $ 44.42 in afternoon trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Coke were down 26 cents to close at $ 44.10 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1852180 1852065 Wall Street analysts expect 2004 revenue of $ 28.15 billion . Analysts ' average forecast was $ 4.02 per share on revenue of $ 25.56 billion . +1 55562 55529 Last year , the board raised rents by 2 percent on one-year renewals , 4 percent on two-year leases . For lofts , the board proposed increases of 4 percent for one-year leases and 7 percent for two-year renewals . +0 969654 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . +1 2114433 2114474 South Africa has the world 's highest caseload with 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS . With 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS , South Africa has the world 's highest AIDS caseload . +1 1015381 1015417 Cordiant has been on the block since it lost the key Allied Domecq account in April . Cordiant has been a target since it lost a crucial client , Allied Domeq , in April . +1 1759675 1759745 " The investigation appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition , " Activision said in an SEC filing . According to the company filings , the investigation " appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition . " +0 987739 987595 Justice Clarence Thomas , joined by fellow conservative Justice Antonin Scalia , dissented . Justice Antonin Scalia , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Clarence Thomas dissented from the ruling . +1 1629017 1629043 A Stage One alert is declared when ozone readings exceed 0.20 parts per million during a one-hour period . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . +0 332392 332566 The department told airlines " the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent . Britain 's Department for Transport said ' ' the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent , ' ' and suspended flights after 6 p.m. EDT . +0 3376232 3376340 Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . The American Soldier was first selected as Times Person of the Year during the Korean War in 1950 . +1 3214345 3214707 As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty for convictions . +1 2641934 2641989 The anguish was detectable in the voices of those of Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak on Monday . The anguish could be heard in the voices of Mr Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak . +0 1856399 1856531 Graham , a presidential candidate , was criticized by several Republicans as ' ' politicizing ' ' the report . Graham , who co-chaired the inquiry , is a presidential candidate . +1 2211403 2211344 " Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " Jon Sohn of Friends of the Earth said after the panel 's vote . " Two Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " said Jon Sohn , international campaigner for Friends of the Earth . +1 1634467 1634519 Malaysia has launched an aggressive media campaign over its water dispute with Singapore . MALAYSIA will launch a publicity campaign in local newspapers today giving its version of the water dispute with Singapore . +1 459278 459103 The Cavaliers won the right Thursday to select James in the June 26 draft . The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . +1 403034 402965 Two Atlanta companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines Inc. and the Home Depot -- were mentioned as having excessive pay packages for its CEOs . Two Atlanta-based companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines and Home Depot -- were also mentioned by witnesses as having excessive pay packages for CEOs . +1 2394676 2394690 The Republic of Korea was found to lead the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . Not surprisingly , broadband nation Korea leads the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . +1 3145286 3145540 Mr Blair admitted in a newspaper article Mr Bush ’ s critics were “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . The Prime Minister today admitted that critics are “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . +1 2405187 2405072 Intel Corp. unveiled Wednesday its next generation processor for cellular phones , personal digital assistants and other wireless devices . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . +1 2950526 2950562 Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos of Los Angeles , was quick to swipe at the testing procedure . Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos , of Los Angeles , has contested the DNA evidence , saying it is unreliable . +0 2222971 2223124 The venture owns five oil refineries and more than 2,100 filling stations in Russia and Ukraine . TNK-BP has six oil producing units , five refineries and 2,100 filling stations . +1 2768316 2768361 The Belgian probe centred on allegations that certain cereals firms were tipped off about prices two hours before they were officially available . He said the allegations were that certain cereals companies were tipped off to grain prices two hours before they were officially available . +1 1895132 1895009 They said they also seized several items which might be linked to ritual killing , including an animal 's skull with a nail driven through it . Among the evidence seized by detectives was an animal skull with a nail driven through its head , which may have been used in a " black magic " ceremony . +0 2326659 2326678 It features a 4K color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sound with exchangeable Style-Up front panels . The Z200 features a color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sounds . +1 173604 173725 Dealers said the yen was also undermined by falling Japanese interest rates . Dealers said the dollar also drew some support due to falling Japanese interest rates . +1 347375 347270 The World Health Organization and the United States Centers for Disease Control sent down a team to look into it . The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States have sent a team to investigate . +0 50553 50517 Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . Both are in the cocoa-growing west of the world 's top producer in a region where fighting is complicated by the presence of Liberians on both sides . +0 2124306 2124457 The Globe reported that Smiledge hasn 't spoken with his son , Joseph Druce , in eight years . Smiledge said he hasn 't spoken with his son in eight years and wants nothing to do with him . +1 941976 941612 SMILING bomber Amrozi was inspired to launch an attack on Bali after his former Australian boss revealed the tourist island was a haven for sinful behaviour by westerners . BALI bomber Amrozi claims he was inspired to launch an attack on the tourist island after his Australian boss revealed Bali was a haven for sinful behaviour of Westerners . +1 2269545 2269531 Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass-produced , lowering the price per valve from 15 cents to 2 1 / 2 cents . Mr. Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass produced , lowering the price per valve , to 2 1 / 2 cents from 15 cents . +1 160051 159941 Russia , along with France , China and others , advocate a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . +1 2942566 2942638 SCC argued that Lexmark was trying to shield itself from competition by installing a chip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . The company also argued that Lexmark was trying to squash competition by installing a microchip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . +1 2816542 2816716 On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman member of the men 's swim team jumped from the same 10th-floor ledge . On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman from Dayton , Ohio , climbed over the same 10th-floor ledge and plunged to his death . +1 1887674 1887615 The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be completed by year 's end . The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be complete during the final calendar quarter of 2003 . +1 3246221 3246174 Yesterday , two Japanese diplomats were killed in an apparent ambush near Tikrit , 175 kilometres north of the capital . Two Japanese diplomats were also killed in an ambush near Tikrit , according to the Japanese Foreign Ministry . +1 1750716 1750740 " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Sadr said in a fiery sermon at Koufa mosque near Najaf . +1 1812704 1813027 " These are violent surgeries and I wanted to convey that , " Murphy says . I mean , these are violent surgeries , and I wanted to properly convey that . " +1 3395447 3395484 Under the 1973 Roe vs. Wade ruling , before a fetus could live outside the womb , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician . Under the original Roe v. Wade ruling , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician before a fetus could live outside the womb . +0 2424444 2424265 Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring down the NYSE 's 27-member board , changing its composition and making it more accountable . Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring the NYSE 's 27-member board and allotting more seats to investors outside the securities industry . +1 2622070 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . +1 1315347 1315545 " I think we made some mistakes with this exam , and it 's up to us to identify and correct them , " Mills said . Mills yesterday admitted , " We made some mistakes with this exam and it 's up to us to identify and correct them . +0 1790075 1790177 The Recording Industry Association of America says it plans to sue the song traders next month . That is , if the Recording Industry Association of America has anything to say about it . +1 1841375 1841180 And if estimates hold , it will mark the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . It is also the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . +0 2828900 2829044 " But that does not clear them of the obligation to do everything possible to protect civilians , and that is not what we 're seeing . " " But that does not clear them of the responsibility to do everything possible to minimize civilian harm . " +1 163189 163240 A total of 17 cases have been confirmed in the southern city of Basra , the Organization said . A total of 17 confirmed cases of cholera were reported yesterday by the World Health Organisation in the southern Iraqi city of Basra . +1 433021 432984 There is no transcript the courtroom session in Tarrytown , 12 miles north of New York on the Hudson River . There was no transcript of Thursday 's courtroom session in Tarrytown , which is 12 miles north of New York City on the Hudson River . +0 3280073 3280092 One of the latest shootings was at a car on Sunday on I-270 , Franklin County sheriff 's Chief Deputy Steve Martin said . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . +1 2769819 2769671 " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " he said during a press briefing at the hospital . " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " said Goodrich , also director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Children 's Hospital at Montefiore . +0 890153 890030 Egyptologists cast doubt Tuesday on an expedition 's claim that it may have found the mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the best-known ancient Egyptians . Egyptologists think they may have identified the long-sought mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the ancient world 's legendary beauties . +1 1018730 1018788 IBM stock rose $ 1.75 , to $ 84.50 , on the New York Stock Exchange . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 881726 882002 He was arrested less than two kilometres from where he allegedly kidnapped her after brutally beating her mother and brother . He was arrested less than 1km from where he allegedly kidnapped Jennette Tamayo after beating her mother and brother . +1 813444 813256 His election was hailed in some quarters as a breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned in others as a violation of God 's word . Robinson 's election was hailed in some quarters as a major breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned by others as a " rebellion against God 's created order . " +1 3416800 3416661 Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply on the tribe 's sales activities . Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply to any tribal activity . +1 578547 577866 Wyeth estimates that 1.2 million women continue to take Prempro pills , down from about 3.4 million before the study was halted last summer . Wyeth estimates that 1,2 million women are still taking Prempro pills , down from about 3,4 million before the WHI study was halted last year . +0 308890 308787 But he said he had Dr Hollingworth 's legal advice that he had been denied natural justice by the church inquiry . Senator Brandis backed Dr Hollingworth 's claims he had been denied natural justice by the Anglican Church inquiry into the claims against him . +1 3127660 3127435 Come tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . +0 1417843 1418003 Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks , and police suspect he was killed in the Waco area . Authorities and Baylor officials say Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks . +1 368063 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust in the limelight following government programmes to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . +1 1953540 1953355 " If these loss reductions continue as expected , further rate reductions should be ordered . " If those loss reductions continue , further rate reductions should be ordered , Bordelon said . +1 1455002 1455078 President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 nations from these sanctions because they had signed but not yet ratified the immunity agreement . President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 countries because they had signed but not yet ratified immunity agreements . +1 953482 953745 Shares of AT & T climbed 4.4 percent or 90 cents to $ 21.40 , adding to the previous day 's gain of 6 percent . Shares of AT & T climbed 4 percent , adding to the previous day 's 6 percent rise . +1 1730037 1729778 AMD reported a net loss of $ 140 million for the quarter ended June 29 , on sales of $ 645 million . In the first quarter of 2003 , AMD reported a net loss of $ 146 million , or 42 cents per share , on sales of $ 715 million . +1 2857171 2857458 " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , the Pew researcher who wrote the report . " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , senior research fellow with the Pew project . +0 490486 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 179.97 points , or 2.09 percent , to 8,781.35 , ending at its highest level since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . +1 727268 727328 And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden , the missing leader of the al-Qaida terrorist network , is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . +1 3062259 3062441 In a major setback to consumers , a federal judge granted the government 's request Thursday to shut down a company that helps customers buy cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . A federal judge Thursday granted a request by the Food and Drug Administration to shut down Rx Depot , a popular Internet company that sells cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . +0 2055507 2055516 Anyone with information on Lopez can call O 'Shea at 561-688-4068 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-8477 . Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Kevin Umphrey at 688-4163 or Crime Stoppers at ( 800 ) 458-8477 . +1 1515072 1515036 The panels picture the towers standing tall and outline their history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction on Sept . 11 , 2001 . The panels outline the twin towers ' history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction by terrorists on Sept . 11 , 2001 . +1 2587376 2587143 Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the Gypsy tradition of arranged child weddings . Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the tradition of arranged child weddings among Roma , as Gypsies are also known . +0 14509 14515 The Institute for Supply Management 's index of nonmanufacturing activity rose unexpectedly in April , reports said . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . +1 1048616 1048751 The two rugged counties got 2 to 3 inches of rain between midnight and noon . The weather service estimated that between two and three inches of rain hit Kanawha and Nicholas counties between midnight and noon Monday . +0 3094769 3094801 Although obesity can increase the risk of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol . Although obesity can increase the risk of a host of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol , which are not considered diseases . +1 3030254 3030287 Intel plans to present a paper on its findings today at a conference in Japan . The breakthrough technology was presented by Intel scientists at a conference in Japan . +0 845113 845201 Foreigners board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia , on Monday . French troops defend a group of foreigners as they board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia . +1 158719 159051 A statement released by DEI said Green would begin driving the car on an interim basis beginning next week in the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway . It was announced that Green will replace Park in the Dale Earnhardt Inc . No. 1 Chevrolet , beginning with the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway next week . +0 67938 67983 The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed the case . The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . +1 228857 228818 Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will get the valuable Thursday 9 : 30 p.m. time slot . Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will couple with Friends on Thursdays . +0 1721439 1721590 It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . For the third time in four years wildfires closed Mesa Verde National Park , the country ’ s only park dedicated to ancient ruins . +1 790082 790100 Disney has repeatedly said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them maintained . Disney spokeswoman Rena Callahan said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the only reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them kept in place . +0 3394860 3394670 The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Manzon , was believed to be among the nine missing - some of them children . The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Monzon , was believed to be among the missing , who are presumed dead . +1 3053580 3053552 On Wednesday , the total of National Guard and Reserve members called to active duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . As of yesterday , the total number of National Guard and Reserve troops called to duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . +1 1570961 1570936 The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . Schering-Plough shares fell 3.8 percent , or 72 cents , to close at $ 18.34 in trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 1921373 1921407 But at age 15 , she 'd reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . +1 763491 763433 " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . " Of course , I want to win again , but it is worse when you have never won because you are anxious , " he said . +1 161959 161850 E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications _ even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . +1 3372169 3372093 The fawn , named after Dr Duane Kraemer , one of the researchers , was born a few months ago . The fawn , named for university researcher Duane Kraemer , turns 7 months old today . +1 1351951 1352045 Canadian researchers ordered the slaughter of more than 2,000 cows and conducted an extensive investigation but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . Canadian investigators slaughtered more than 2,000 cows but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . +1 283128 283117 The measures could be taken up by the full Senate as early as Friday . Ratliff said he hopes to bring the two measures to the full Senate by Friday . +0 949774 949346 Toronto yesterday had 64 probable cases of SARS and nine suspect cases . As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . +1 1019061 1018963 Shares of Pleasanton-based PeopleSoft rose 4 cents , to $ 16.96 , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . PeopleSoft shares were up 4 cents at $ 16.96 in late morning trade on the Nasdaq . +0 555528 555584 Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . +1 1371056 1370928 In terms of a free trade area , we 've got a long , long way to go and the Pakistanis understand that . As for a free trade area , the official stressed that weve got a long , long way to go , and the Pakistanis understand that . +0 821367 821695 Whoever is selected will report directly to Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection . The NCSD has about 60 employees , Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection , said at a briefing today . +1 813240 813525 But Mr Robinson urged the voters to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to the believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today " . But he urged the delegates who elected him to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today . " +1 2001330 2001668 The technology-loaded Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC added 0.35 of a point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,662 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.48 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,661.51 , based on the latest available figures . +1 2454236 2454061 " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , a senior vice president with the utility . " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , senior vice president of operations at Dominion Virginia Power . +1 2301818 2302005 " I am listening to the same things I listened to 17 years ago , " Hollings said . Im hearing the same things I listened to 17 years ago . +0 2628364 2628772 Heatley was sixth in the league in goals last season with 41 and ninth in points with 89 . Heatley led Atlanta in scoring last season with a team-record 41 goals and 48 assists . +1 2138293 2138525 The cables can be engorged with far more power , and it can be turned on and off like a water spigot , making billing more accurate , Taub said . The cables can carry far more power , and can be turned on and off like water spigots , making billing more accurate , Taub said . +1 2694852 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . +1 1239045 1239030 One of the most well studied facets of temperament is how people respond to novelty . One of the defining and well-studied characteristics of temperament is how people react to novelty . +0 1773875 1773829 July 18 : Hurlbert files a single count of felony sexual assault against Bryant . Bryant , 24 , has been charged with felony sexual assault . +1 1610363 1610417 Mr Koizumi rebuked Mr Konoike , saying his remarks were " inappropriate " . Koizumi told reporters at his office that Konoike 's remarks were " inappropriate . " +1 1803771 1803716 The CBO analysis of the Senate package said an amendment sponsored by Sen. Maria Cantwell , D-Wash . , accounted for $ 40 billion of the total cost . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . +1 2761139 2761113 In July , EMC agreed to acquire Legato Systems ( Nasdaq : LGTO ) for about $ 1.2 billion . In July , the Hopkinton , Mass . , company agreed to buy Legato Systems of Mountain View for $ 1.3 billion . +1 2510517 2510450 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined 6.11 , or 0.6 per cent , to 1003.27 , having shed 19.67 in the previous session . The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined by 4.39 , or 0.4 percent , to 998.88 , after losing 6.11 on Thursday . +1 2576454 2576555 The Nasdaq fell about 1.3 % for the month , snapping a seven-month winning streak . The Nasdaq is down roughly 0.4 percent for the month , on track to snap a 7-month streak of gains . +1 1569832 1569899 Shares of Cellegy were down $ 2.04 , or 39 % , to $ 3.18 in midday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Cellegy plunged $ 1.99 to $ 3.23 Monday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +0 3093463 3093383 Fifty-seven percent were Hispanic , 10 % were Asian , 7 % were Black , 16 % were Caucasian , and 10 % were of other ethnicity . Haskell said 57 percent were Hispanic , 10 percent Asian , 7 percent black and 16 percent white . +1 2904023 2904060 This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " he told reporters . This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " +1 1546659 1546715 Matthew Lovett , 18 , who just graduated from Collingswood High School , was among those arrested . Matthew Lovett , 18 , of Oaklyn , N.J. , was among those arrested . +0 2081805 2081712 The Securities and Exchange Commission has also initiated an informal probe of Coke . That federal investigation is separate from an informal inquiry by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +1 1691524 1691465 That compares with earnings of $ 446 million , or 7 cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.3 billion in the same period a year ago . That compares with a profit of $ 446 million , or seven cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.32 billion in the same period last year . +1 1106212 1106299 President Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . +0 2965698 2965467 Ebert asked Franklin , pointing to a color photo of Linda Franklin on a projection screen . A photo of Linda Franklin 's bloodied body was shown on a large screen in the courtroom yesterday . +0 174701 174280 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . +1 1626913 1627111 Republican officials said the advertising buy was proof that Democrats are panicking that they were losing their stature on Medicare . Republican officials said the advertisements were proof that Democrats were panicking about losing their stature on Medicare . +1 167084 166941 Moore was expected to be discharged from the hospital Thursday or Friday , according to Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . The English star was expected to be discharged from the hospital soon , said Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . +1 1913621 1913715 The merged company will keep the Interwoven name and be headquartered in Sunnyvale . The new company will be named Interwoven and will be headquartered in Sunnyvale . +1 2661772 2661838 Apple has also built a new VPN ( define ) server into Panther Server that supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . A new VPN server built into Panther Server supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . +0 184604 184749 I never organised a youth camp for the diocese of Bendigo . I never attended a youth camp organised by that diocese . " +1 213274 213017 Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Sen. Ben Nelson ( D-Neb . ) has become their top lobbying target on the tax cut package . Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Senator Ben Nelson , Democrat of Nebraska , has become their top lobbying target on the tax-cut package . +0 903431 903485 He had performed outside Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the US last year and in Brazil , South Africa and several European countries . He had performed outside of Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the United States last year . +1 1703442 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . +0 953477 953744 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX fell 3 points , or 0.30 percent , to 995 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . +1 860025 859375 Since Perkins ' arrival at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , UConn has fielded six national championship teams in three sports - men 's and women 's basketball and men 's soccer . Since Perkins arrived at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , the Huskies have fielded six national championship teams in three sports -- men 's basketball , women 's basketball and men 's soccer . +0 3045253 3045400 But the signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer those copies to the Internet and make them available to potentially millions of others . FCC officials said the embedded electronic signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer copies to the Internet . +1 1362859 1363247 Although Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers said they had no evidence that other brands were safer . Athough Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers say they have no evidence that other brands are safer . +0 123110 123217 The dead woman was also wearing a ring and a Cartier watch . " It 's a blond-haired woman wearing a Cartier watch on her wrist , " the source said . +0 3016169 3016111 Novell is acquiring SuSe Linux in a $ 210 million cash deal subject to regulatory approval . Linux company SuSE was today acquired by Novell in a $ 210 million all-cash deal . +1 1784440 1784557 Almihdhar and Alhazmi were aboard American Airlines Flight 77 , which crashed into the Pentagon . Both have been identified as some of the hijackers who flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon . +0 1922314 1922508 Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , asked the jurors to " give her a fair shake . Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , said she is undereducated and has some mental problems herself . +1 545927 545816 Another soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad , a military statement said Tuesday . Also Monday , one soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad . +1 1881955 1882013 Dennehy 's family reported him missing June 19 , seven days after he was last seen on campus . Dennehy ’ s family reported him missing June 19 , about a week after he was last seen on the Baylor campus in Waco . +1 3173215 3173227 The WWF also thinks a further 13,000 animals are being caught every year around the Straits of Gibraltar and in nearby areas . According to WWF , a further 13,000 individuals are estimated to be caught around the Straits of Gibraltar and in neighboring zones . +1 2980694 2980550 Malvo , 18 , goes on trial Nov. 10 in the death of Franklin . Malvo goes on trial next month in the death of an FBI analyst . +1 633383 633460 He had also said an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets Thursday , would be welcome . He had also said on the eve of Monday 's talks that an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets on Thursday , would be welcome . +1 3020237 3020203 Most of that - $ 51 billion - was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ 10 billion was for U.S. forces in Afghanistan . Most of that – $ US51 billion – was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ US10 billion was for US forces in Afghanistan . +1 847532 847653 Two of his cousins members of the Jordanian royal family have been mentioned as possible contenders to the throne . In addition , two of his cousins - members of the Jordanian royal family - have been mentioned as possible competition for the throne . +1 1652149 1652120 A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the vehicle following the contestant car to record broken rules and track of the car 's time . A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the follow vehicle to record any broken rules and also keep track of the car 's time . +0 516793 516587 But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Martinez did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights in doing so . But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Mr Martinez as he screamed in pain did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights . +1 1268573 1268483 The single currency dropped to 136.94 yen compared with its late U.S. level of 137.64 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . +1 2610710 2610781 A second Indonesian , Imam Samudra , the so-called " field commander " of the bombings , was sentenced to death last month . Imam Samudra , leader of the team that carried out the bombing , was sentenced to death last month . +1 221002 221083 Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . +0 238564 238426 Leung , who faces a maximum of 50 years in prison if convicted , also told the judge that she understood her constitutional rights . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . +1 106871 106899 " Californians understand that we have some real problems in the state and they want common-sense solutions , and recall isnt one of them , " Davis adviser Roger Salazar said . " Californians understand that we have some real problems ... and they want commonsense solutions , and recall isn 't one of them , " said Davis adviser Roger Salazar . +1 2095812 2095797 The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . Last week its American owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . +0 472950 472534 Mizuho 's ( JP : 8411 : news , chart , profile ) shares closed up 3,500 yen , or 4.8 percent , to 76,800 yen . Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) lost 2.6 percent to 444,000 yen . +0 2700675 2700735 A 64 year-old paedophile described by police as the " most prolific Internet groomer ever caught " has been jailed for five years . A PAEDOPHILE from Twickenham has been described by police as the most prolific ' internet groomer ' ever caught . +1 445757 445834 Sylvan Shalom , the Israeli Foreign Minister , said there was a possibility that Mr Bush “ will come to this area ” . Shalom said there was also a possibility that " the president will come to this area . " +0 2984177 2984223 " Now , the other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , " Street said to crowd laughter . " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . +1 2266078 2266151 Some 26.5 million shares changed hands , more than three times the daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . Some 11.8 million shares have changed hands , well above its daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . +1 3444018 3444050 He also said it is too early to know whether a second wave might occur later in the winter . Dr. Ostroff also said it was still too early to know whether a second wave would occur later in the winter . +1 1162940 1162483 Her birthday , 21 April , was declared a public holiday and she attended a reception and a ball . When his grandmother , then-Princess Elizabeth , turned 21 in 1947 , the day was declared a public holiday , and she attended a reception and a ball . +1 213072 213027 " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . But Mr. Crosby told The Associated Press : " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . +1 609842 609788 The transition is slated to begin no later than June 7 , Dayton said . A two-week transition period will begin no later than June 7 . +0 205145 204942 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . Miodrag Zivkovic , the leader of the pro-independence opposition Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . +1 2760805 2760895 The greenback scored beefy gains against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . +0 2849263 2849208 On July 10 , a team of 32 Singaporean police officers was sent to Baghdad . In July 32 Singaporean police officers were sent to Baghdad to help train Iraqi police forces and returned home last month . +1 582195 582326 Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. BTU.N , were up more than 3 percent in afternoon trade . Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. ( BTU ) , were up more than 3 percent at midday . +1 127403 127186 Under the plan being announced Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . Under the plan , which GM and Dow were to announce Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . +1 1444773 1445053 The American Film Institute recently named her the top female screen legend . In 1999 the American Film Institute named Hepburn as the 20th century 's greatest screen actress . +1 814622 814567 That story also named archbishops Harry J. Flynn , of Minneapolis-St . Paul , and Edwin F. O 'Brien , of the Military Services , as possible candidates . They include two sitting archbishops , Harry J. Flynn of Minneapolis-St . Paul and Edwin F. O 'Brien of the Military Services , head of all US military chaplains . +0 2736238 2736177 A demolitions expert for JI , al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 . Al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 while on a mission to buy explosives for bombing targets in Singapore . +1 1390426 1390317 But Abraham said changes in air-pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) . Changes in air pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency . +0 173876 173829 Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have intervened overnight when the yen appreciated to 116 per dollar . Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have stepped in overnight and in Tokyo on Friday . +1 903636 903755 Ontario Premier Ernie Eves appointed a judge on Tuesday to hold an independent investigation into how the province has handled SARS . Ontario Premier Ernie Eves announced yesterday that a former judge would conduct an independent investigation of how the province and city handled SARS . +1 1353196 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . +0 3278643 3278683 Boeing 's board is also expected to decide at its December meeting whether to offer the airplane for sale to airlines . It is widely expected to give Bair formal approval to offer the plane for sale to airlines . +0 3009814 3009757 Bo Hitchcock , Levin 's attorney , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . +1 3064974 3064992 They face charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . +0 2529540 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing how serious the problem remains . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . +0 1356948 1356889 Nissan North America announced yesterday that it will spend $ 250 million to expand its Smyrna assembly plant to bring production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee . Nissan North America Inc. said Wednesday it was moving production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee , adding 800 jobs . +1 1497969 1497896 " Kahuku Ranch has world - class qualities - tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity . " " Kahuku Ranch has world-class qualities — tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity , " he said . +1 2815885 2815848 Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . +0 3044868 3044958 " It ends tonight , " a grim Keanu Reeves announces , in the trailer for The Matrix Revolutions . Keanu Reeves and Hugo Weaving in a scene from the motion picture The Matrix Revolutions . +1 1219325 1219440 His daughter , Nina Axelrod , told The Associated Press that he died in his sleep , apparently of heart failure . Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . +1 1263625 1263547 Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media giant Vivendi Universal has given itself two weeks to sift through offers for its U.S. entertainment empire in a multi-billion dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . +1 698958 698941 Stewart said she intends to declare her innocence and proceed to trial if she is indicted , her lawyer said in a statement . Stewart intends to declare her innocence if indicted and proceed to trial , her lawyer said . +1 2375150 2375123 " Three Weeks in October " goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the Washington , D.C.-area sniper shootings started . Moose 's book goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the sniper shootings started in the Washington area . +0 29291 29363 Klitschko said : " I 'm excited to box in Los Angeles first and then against Lennox Lewis . " I am excited to be fighting in Los Angeles and on HBO , " Klitschko said . +1 2389494 2389527 Several police officers were also said to be seriously hurt . Three other police officers were among five people who were seriously injured . +0 921186 921272 The SIA says the DRAM market is expected to grow 2.9 percent to $ 15.7 billion in 2003 and 43 percent to $ 22.5 billion in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . +0 195971 196241 He said the Senate has confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Bush took office and " I don 't see much broken . " Mr. Daschle said the Senate had confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Mr. Bush took office . +1 3102696 3102405 The 60-year-old millionaire hugged his attorneys , saying : " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " +0 2183965 2183946 The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , to Farida , a " highly cosmopolitan and well-educated young woman " . The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , as an example of how JI uses marriage to grow . +1 2521519 2521624 This deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over , " Geer added . " The deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over . " +1 828490 828644 Last month , 62 Spanish peacekeepers died when their plane crashed in Turkey as they were returning home . In another disaster , 62 Spanish peacekeepers were killed May 26 when their plane crashed in Turkey on their way home . +1 882054 882090 Its legal representatives began meeting with plaintiffs ' attorneys last week to discuss a settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . +1 2665445 2665282 Quattrone is accused of obstructing justice by helping to encourage co-workers in an e-mail to destroy files on lucrative investment banking deals . Quattrone is accused of attempting to obstruct justice by endorsing that e-mail , which encouraged co-workers to destroy files on profitable investment banking deals . +0 2506258 2506211 Of 456 women who had experienced stress , 24 ( 5.3 % ) had developed breast cancer . Of the unstressed women , 23 developed breast cancer and 871 did not . +1 1438658 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers were not harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . +1 3014183 3014149 If the subsidies are not repealed , the European Union is threatening trade sanctions against the United States . The European Union is threatening trade sanctions unless the subsidies are repealed . +1 701814 701794 If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AustMag directors will have to abandon the project in order to avoid trading while the company is insolvent . If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AMC directors will have to abandon it to avoid trading while AMC is insolvent . +1 2662740 2662692 Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent on a popular instant-messaging feature that shows users when the person on the other end of the conversation is typing a message . +1 1414844 1415063 Prosecutors said the investment was a breach of duty and resulted in the pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . The indictment says the investment was a breach of fiduciary duties and resulted in the state pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . +0 191355 191501 Taiwan reported 18 additional cases giving it a total of 149 cases and 13 deaths . On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . +1 1343292 1343185 Nonetheless , the economy " has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . " But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . +1 1438656 1438628 Santa Clara-based Intel had sought the injunction , arguing that Hamidi was trespassing on its computer servers just as though he were intruding on private property . A lower court had considered Hamidi to be trespassing on the Santa Clara-based chipmaker 's servers , just as if somebody were squatting on a piece of physical private property . +1 1021420 1021328 Microsoft said Friday that it is halting development of future Macintosh versions of its Internet Explorer browser , citing competition from Apple Computer 's Safari browser . Microsoft will stop developing versions of its Internet Explorer browser software for Macintosh computers , saying that Apple 's Safari is now all that Apple needs . +1 1716167 1716098 " The only thing that I know for certain is that these are bad people , " Bush told a joint news conference with Blair . But he added : " The only thing I know for certain is that these are bad people . " +1 462488 462474 New cases of SARS might continue to appear , the authors write ominously , " until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted . " New cases might continue to appear until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted , they said . +1 588211 588199 Such a letter indicates the government intends to pursue an indictment and believes it has substantial evidence to support an indictment , the company said . The Kenilworth-based company said it believes the letter shows that the government plans to pursue a criminal indictment and likely has substantial evidence supporting an indictment . +1 1671677 1671691 Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " " Furthermore , with the target funds rate at 1 per cent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . +1 1914418 1914375 The Communicator can also consolidate e-mail from multiple screen names and other POP and IMAP accounts into a single application . AOL Communicator can consolidate e-mail from multiple AOL screen names , as well as from other POP and IMAP-based e-mail accounts . +1 3014182 3014148 It would remove $ 55 billion in tax subsidies for exporters , which are illegal under international trade law , in exchange for new tax breaks . In exchange for new tax breaks , it would remove $ 55 billion of tax subsidies for exporters that are illegal under international trade law . +1 1276754 1276678 " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " said Hagel . " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " Hagel said on ABC 's " This Week . " +0 2701523 2701549 Workers ' taxable income then is reduced by that amount . The worker 's taxable income is reduced by that amount , saving money at tax time . +1 62828 62573 He transferred another 10 million shares to a charitable trust and these shares were also liquidated . A further 10 million shares were transferred to a charitable trust , after which they were also sold . +1 1640785 1640758 " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " He continued , " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " +1 3285398 3285278 The outbreak was especially intense in Colorado , where within the past month more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died . The outbreak was particularly intense in Colorado , where more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died in the past month . +0 2300695 2300608 The ministers also intend to initiate plans for a national centre for disease control . The health ministers also announced plans for healthy living and tobacco control strategies . +1 3313775 3313498 Taiwan ranked No. 3 in the world behind China and Hong Kong for SARS deaths and cases . Taiwan ranked No. 3 on the global list for deaths and cases , behind China and Hong Kong . +1 2898367 2898382 She noted some fast-food chains , including McDonald 's , already display calorie information in their stores or on their Web sites . She said some fast-food chains already display calorie information about their meals on their Web sites . +1 2916166 2916205 His wife , who he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his lengthy mission , waited in Moscow . His wife Yekaterina Dmitriyeva , whom he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his daunting mission , was waiting for him in Moscow . +1 1369186 1369215 Not only had Bashir given his blessing but he had asked " that we hit the target well " , Mr Bafana said . Not only giving his blessing but he asked that we hit the target well . " +0 2518830 2518940 Metropolitan Ambulance spokesman James Howe said five people were taken to hospital and three were treated at the scene after yesterday 's incident . Spokesman James Howe said five children aged between 4 and 17 were taken to hospital with neck and chest injuries , while three others were treated at the scene . +1 2931313 2931319 Farmland Foods President George Richter said , " With Smithfield 's support and leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . " With Smithfields leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . +1 1761482 1761442 The panel ordered the Commerce Department to issue revised figures for the duties within 60 days . It called on the Commerce Department to respond within 60 days . +1 666674 666615 Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months in prison for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a firing range in Maryland . Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months by U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a Maryland firing range . +0 3060432 3060469 A beauty contest to be held in Italy next week may be the first for pixel-perfect pin-ups . A new beauty contest kicking off in Italy next week will give pixel-perfect pin-ups the chance to steal sultry Sophia 's sex-symbol status . +0 975862 976359 Protesters had been calling for an end to the country 's hard-line establishment and for supreme leader Khamenei 's death . The protesters denounced the country 's supreme leader , hard-liner Ayatollah Ali Khamenei . +0 1396805 1396787 A number of conflicting standards and media formats exist today making the digital home complex to set-up and manage . However , the group points to a number of conflicting standards and media formats . +0 130006 130268 Some 175 million shares traded on the Big Board , a 7 percent increase from the same time a week ago . Some 1.6 billion shares traded on the Big Board , a 17 percent increase over the three-month daily average . +0 138816 138616 The government defeated the rebel motion by 297 votes to 117 in the 659-seat House of Commons . It was defeated by 297 votes to 117 , a Government majority of 180 . +0 1914185 1913978 Peter Smith , a planetary scientist at the University of Arizona , leads the $ 325 million Phoenix mission . TEGA is the product of University of Arizona planetary scientist William Boynton , co-investigator on the Phoenix mission . +1 827860 827836 The new Army Commander is the Masaka Armoured Brigade commanding officer , Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima who is now promoted to major general . PRESIDENT Yoweri Museveni has promoted Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima to Major General and named him Army Commander . +0 1046087 1046014 The final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . +1 1617844 1617745 In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . Coca-Cola 's shares were steady in late morning trading in New York , down just 13 cents to $ 43.88 . +1 407297 407281 The study found that only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds knew their children were having sex . Only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds know that their child has had sex , " the report says . +0 1564515 1564467 WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . WorldCom 's problems came to light last year , and the company filed for the largest bankruptcy in US history in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . +1 2129418 2129472 Mr. Bush said he was taking the action in response to Hamas 's claim of responsibility for the bus bombing in Israel on Tuesday that killed 20 people . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . +1 3189862 3189927 Had the creditors turned down the bailout plan , LG Group might have been forced to close down its credit card business . If the creditors turn down the bailout plan , LG Group may have to closedown its card business . +1 1438074 1437632 On Monday , the Dow declined 5.25 , or 0.1 percent , at 8,983.80 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . +0 1708479 1708719 The vulnerability affects NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . They said it affects all default installations of Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server . +1 1712179 1712278 He found that men who had ejaculated more than five times a week in their 20s were a third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . +1 759364 758770 " I know of no pressure , " said Mr. Feith , the under secretary of defense for policy . " I know of nobody who pressured anybody , " Douglas Feith , undersecretary of defense for policy , said at a Pentagon briefing . +1 86172 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats to our future -- terrorism -- this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " he said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " +1 1076875 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . +0 1313546 1313533 Rep. Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , criticized the FDA 's efforts in Florida . Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , said he wanted to congratulate the FDA . +1 1745013 1744905 The number of hostnames using BSD is nearing four million , while the number of active sites is nearly two million , Netcraft said . The number of host names using BSD is nearing 4 million , whereas the number of active sites is nearly 2 million , Netcraft said . +1 3261180 3261118 The latest arrests come as police continue to question a suspected " potential suicide bomber " detained in the south western town of Gloucester last Thursday . The move came as police continued to question a suspected potential suicide bomber arrested in the southwestern town of Gloucester last Thursday . +1 1810585 1810405 Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released Tuesday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " +0 2307246 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month - sliding down to 6.1 percent - as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . +0 3034696 3034584 Vanderpool said the gunmen were retaliating because the other group had taken the smugglers ' human cargo earlier . One group had taken the other group 's human cargo earlier , he said . +1 2060261 2060226 The Nasdaq composite index rose 13.70 , or 0.8 per cent , to 1700.34 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 13.73 points , or 0.81 percent , to finish at 1,700.34 . +1 2009634 2008964 The proposal likely would result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats to Congress , instead of the state 's current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . The plan would likely result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats from Texas , versus the current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . +1 1268400 1268118 " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travelers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi said today at a news conference in Beijing . " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travellers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi told a news conference in Beijing on Tuesday . +1 1941672 1941685 If requested by outside authorities , however , the FCC will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use . However , the agency said it will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use if requested by outside authorities . +1 2126799 2126941 A call to Rev. Christopher Coyne , the spokesman for the archdiocese , was not immediately returned . The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . +1 1529874 1529776 " This fire is going to have a great potential to get into those areas , " Oltrogge said . " The fire is going to have great potential to get in there tomorrow , " he said . +1 872807 872885 Freddie Mac shares were down more than 16 per cent at $ 50.18 at midday yesterday . Freddie Mac shares were off $ 7.87 , or 13.2 percent , at $ 52 in midday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 738521 737940 At a hearing before U.S. District Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum , she was released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . She was booked out of view of the media , then released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . +0 1563710 1563816 It says the intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . +0 134438 134570 The Fed afterglow lingered well into Wednesday and enhanced demand for the second installment of a massive U.S. Treasury refunding -- $ 18 billion in five-year notes . In the second installment of a three-legged , record $ 58 billion refunding , the U.S. Treasury is slated to sell $ 18 billion in five-year notes on Wednesday . +0 2121506 2121285 The festival kicked off yesterday one day after the Competition Commission delivered its final verdict to the Government on the proposed £ 4.1 billion merger . The Competition Commission delivered its verdict yesterday on the proposed merger of the two big ITV players , Carlton and Granada . +0 725438 725115 Aileen Boyle , a Simon & Schuster spokeswoman , declined to comment on any potential legal action . Simon & Schuster declined comment on the potential lawsuit and would not confirm the contents of the story . +1 2432219 2432095 " Germany is on the right path , " Mr. Schrder said , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and cuts in taxes . " Germany is on the right path , " he added , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and tax cuts . +1 1868527 1868443 However , the Nasdaq composite index managed to eke out a gain of 4.64 points at 1,735.34 . The Nasdaq composite held on to the slimmest of gains , up 4.64 at 1,735.34 . +1 2336269 2336225 Mr. Carter , who won the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met here today with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . Carter , who received the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met in Tokyo yesterday with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . +0 392647 392752 " I feel confident saying that HP is no longer an integration story , " Fiorina said . " We still have a lot to do , but I feel confident that HP is no longer an integration story . " +0 801583 801530 Making jokes about a mistake like that , that 's not something good people do . " They feel so happy making jokes about a mistake like that , " Sosa said . +0 1349823 1349737 House Democrats renewed their push Wednesday for a deeper investigation into the handling of intelligence on Iraq 's weapons program . Harman sought to strike a balance as some Democrats pushed for deeper investigations into intelligence on Iraq 's weapons programs . +0 1123204 1123232 The woman was hospitalized June 15 , Kansas health officials said . Missouri health officials said he had not been hospitalized and is recovering . +1 2726610 2726295 The two filed a lawsuit in 1998 , alleging IBM 's staff doctors never warned them that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . The two filed a suit in 1998 and allege they were never warned by IBM 's staff doctors that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . +0 2440309 2440332 The lawyer representing Torch Concepts , Rich Marsden did not respond to repeated phone calls . Officials with Torch and JetBlue did not respond to repeated phone calls from the Mercury News seeking comment . +1 949346 949874 As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . +1 2297066 2297129 The government said FirstEnergy Nuclear determined that a contractor had established an unprotected high-speed computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the " Slammer " infection to spread internally . It said FirstEnergy determined that a contractor had established an unprotected computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the so-called ``Slammer ' ' worm to spread internally . +1 1189596 1189689 There are only 2,000 Roman Catholics living in Banja Luka now . There are just a handful of Catholics left in Banja Luka . +1 501978 501929 One witness told Anatolian he saw the plane on fire while it was still in the air . One witness told the Anatolian news agency he saw the plane on fire in mid-air . +1 236192 236483 It takes 100 of the 150 House members to conduct business . The Texas house requires 100 of its 150 members to present in order to conduct business . +1 2884490 2884846 OS ANGELES , Oct. 24 Will Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , bring urban vitality to the city 's uninviting downtown area ? OS ANGELES Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , is a French curve in a city of T squares . +1 2713318 2713331 The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , are talking to other bands to ask them to step in . The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , is talking to other bands to replace the Stones . +0 1279425 1279614 The consensus among Wall Street analysts was for a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . +1 2876833 2876882 We are currently trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . . . . Weber said late Thursday that the company is still trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . +1 221367 221515 " Frank Quattrone is innocent , " Keker said in a statement . Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . +1 1431228 1430954 The stalemate , over less than 1 percent of the budget , is more about politics than policy . The stalemate involved less than 1 percent of the budget and had little to do with policy but everything to do with politics . +1 739967 740730 Abbas told the summit he would end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . At Wednesday 's summit , Abbas pledged to end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . +0 946020 946033 While a critical success , Luhrmann 's opulent production of the Puccini opera will end with losses of about $ US6 million ( $ A9.2 million ) . Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . +1 20676 20601 Mr. Rollins made $ 721,154 in salary and $ 243,389 in bonuses in the prior fiscal year . Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2 million in fiscal 2003 . +1 173863 173814 The single currency rose as far as 135.13 yen , matching a record high hit shortly after the euro 's launch in January 1999 . The single currency rose as far as 135.26 yen , its highest level since the introduction of the single currency in January 1999 . +0 1528413 1528275 Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . +0 2641970 2641922 The report that cost Mr Forlong his career at Sky News was screened on 29 March . The television report that cost Forlong his career at Sky News and his wife a husband was aired on March 29 . +0 1091318 1091268 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . +1 2813127 2813236 " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in our direction , " he said of his company , formerly named Caldera Systems . " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in SCO 's direction , " said Darl McBride , SCO 's president and CEO . +1 1176207 1176132 That means Democrats can block any Supreme Court nominee through a filibuster if they can get 40 of their members to agree . But Democrats can block any potential nominee through a filibuster if they can get 41 votes . +0 2085357 2085436 When a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez agreed they should notify police , who then arrested him . After a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez , who was at the auto shop , agreed they should notify police . +1 2615832 2615889 Microsoft has proposed a work-around that consumers and enterprises should implement until a new patch is released . In lieu of a direct patch , Microsoft has proposed a workaround that consumers can implement until a new patch is released . +1 3306728 3306690 Take-Two also defended its right to create a " realistic " game for an adult audience . The company also defended its right to " create a video game experience with a certain degree of realism . " +0 1587896 1587859 If the deal is approved , EMC will operate Legato as a software division of EMC headquartered in Mountain View , Calif . EMC intends to operate Legato as a software division of EMC from Legato 's current base in California . +1 2636841 2636644 The suspects are expected to turn themselves in to Pennsylvania authorities within the next few days . The boys are expected to surrender voluntarily to Pennsylvania authorities within the next several days , Zimmer said . +0 1143142 1143187 The provision requires the secretary of Health and Human Services ( news - web sites ) to certify that the importations can be done safely and will be cost-effective . But the measure also requires the secretary of health and human services to certify that the reimportation can be done safely . +1 2601721 2601662 Ms Pike also said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit , but the Government would ensure they remained viable . But Ms Pike said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit and promised services would not be curtailed . +1 1063663 1063718 MAX Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured today in Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities in the United States said . Max Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured Wednesday in a nightclub at the beach resort of Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities said . +0 1133451 1133285 This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until he leaves elected office , scheduled for 2006 . This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until his term ends in 2006 , unless his government falls before then . +0 883265 883025 They found no blood and no bones , he said . No one has found blood , bones or any other trace of the child . +0 1239028 1239041 Adults , who were shy as toddlers , had stronger brain activity in a part of the brain associated with coyness . When shown pictures of unfamiliar faces , adults who were shy toddlers showed a relatively high level of activity in a part of the brain called the amygdala . +1 783419 783611 Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Sen. John Warner , R-Va . , is also considering a look into the issue . Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman John Warner , R-Va . , said he plans hearings . +0 1495228 1495532 The center 's president , Joseph Torsella , was struck on the head but was able to walk to an ambulance . National Constitution Center President Joseph Torsella was hit in the head and knocked to his knees . +1 971096 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) takes on South Carolina today at 11 a.m. in the first game of the College World Series . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . +0 2686749 2686713 In recent years , he served on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music . Mr. Istomin was on the piano faculty of the Manhattan School of Music and participated in Professional Training Workshops at Carnegie Hall . +0 1859128 1859177 Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon and said he expected to issue his findings next week . After a day of testimony , Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon . +1 758068 758466 Rep. Louise Slaughter , D-N.Y. , declared , " The Congress of the United States has never -- ever -- outlawed a medical procedure . " The Congress of the United States has never — ever — outlawed a medical procedure , " said Rep. Louise McIntosh Slaughter ( D-N.Y. ) . +0 1765897 1765755 Violence persisted , with a U.S. soldier killed early Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad . A U.S. soldier was killed in the early hours Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad , and another American serviceman died Friday . +1 1939644 1939706 Aspen Technology 's shares dropped 74 cents , or 23 percent , to close at $ 2.48 on the Nasdaq . In afternoon trading , Aspen 's shares were off 89 cents or more than 27 percent at $ 2.33 per share . +0 2936209 2936065 In addition , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Mr. Arafat . When the prime minister 's position was established in the spring , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Arafat . +1 2760848 2760814 Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback was trading nearly flat at C $ 1.3252 < CAD = > after the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback rose 0.15 percent to $ 1.3260 < CAD = > as the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . +1 2229215 2229174 AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices may have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals mitigated the effect . AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices might have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals made up for it . +1 716600 716885 Nick Markakis , a left-hander from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia , went to the Orioles with the seventh pick . Next , Baltimore took Nick Markakis , a left-handed pitcher and outfielder from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia . +1 1141359 1141157 He was the Ace of Diamonds in a pack of cards depicting Iraqi fugitives that has been issued to U.S. troops . He was the ace of diamonds in a U.S. deck of cards showing pictures of most-wanted Iraqi leaders . +1 1153182 1153169 But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids that smack of intervention around 118 yen . But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids around 118 yen that could be from the Bank of Japan . +0 700603 700553 The Swedish central bank was also meeting on Wednesday and widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday . The Swedish central bank , also meeting on Wednesday , is widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday of as much as half a percentage point . +1 1438883 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers weren 't harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the E-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . +1 762361 762315 Ms. Strayhorn said she has hired a constitutional scholar to assist her staff . Strayhorn has brought in a constitutional scholar to advise her on the reallocation . +0 716881 716598 Kansas City drafted outfielder Chris Lubanski , from Kennedy-Kenrick High School in Pennsylvania , with the fifth pick . The Royals chose Chris Lubanski , a high school outfielder from Pennsylvania who hit .528 , with the fifth pick . +0 1571034 1571098 A smaller number , 8 per cent , looked for higher profits through price increases . Another 28 per cent cited stronger demand , while eight per cent intended to boost profits through price increases . +0 1703384 1703477 Hampton Township is just northeast of Bay City and about 100 miles from Bloomfield Township . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . +0 1158835 1158012 RJR spends an estimated $ 30 million annually on NASCAR . NASCAR will get an estimated $ 75 million a year in cash and promotional concessions . +1 578731 578810 Many conservatives have staunchly opposed condom programs , saying they send the wrong message and encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . Some conservative groups have staunchly opposed such programs , saying they send the wrong message and in effect encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . +1 1948503 1948545 Police said they will conduct DNA tests to confirm the man 's identity . DNA tests will be performed to confirm his identity . +1 3344358 3344339 Penn Traffic filed for Chapter 11 reorganization at the end of May . Penn Traffic entered chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization May 30 . +1 3264605 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . +0 2056769 2056762 Actor Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the shows inception in 1994 , extended his contract with the show through the 2004-2005 season . Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the series launched in 1994 , has inked a one-year extension to his deal with producer Warner Bros. TV . +1 1295638 1295554 Investigations by the Air Force inspector general and the Defense Department also are under way . The Air Force inspector general and the Pentagon also are investigating . +1 961822 962243 Earlier Thursday , PeopleSoft formally rejected the unsolicited bid from Oracle . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . +0 159377 159256 More than 60 suspected cases have been reported in the United States , none of them fatal . Sixty-five probable cases of SARS have been identified in the United States , along with 255 suspected cases . +0 1656909 1656890 The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . The woman reported that she felt threatened and obtained a warrant for Stackhouse 's arrest from the local magistrate 's office . +0 1319631 1319681 Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . In addition , Goldman raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share , up from 13 cents previously . +1 1957692 1957818 Medicaid is the federal and state government health insurance program for the poor . Medicaid , which receives federal and state funding , is the government health-insurance program for the poor . +0 2330519 2330395 A New Castle County woman has become the first Delaware patient to contract the West Nile virus this year , the state 's Department of Health reported . A 62-year-old West Babylon man has contracted the West Nile virus , the first human case in Suffolk County this year , according to the county health department . +1 1793529 1793600 The 19 face charges including racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . The suspects were charged with racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . +0 21567 21695 Boeing shares fell 3.5 percent to close at $ 27.62 on the New York Stock Exchange , while Lockheed slipped 1.4 percent to $ 49.50 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . +1 1596210 1596235 Searches for survivors from several previous shipwrecks have often had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . In several previous shipwrecks , the search for survivors had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . +1 2980078 2980349 The weapon turned out to be a Halloween toy . It turned out that the " weapon " was part of a Halloween costume . +1 2221839 2221875 UAL attorney James Sprayregen told a court hearing yesterday that it would submit a fresh business plan , but gave no indication of when . UAL bankruptcy attorney James Sprayregen said at a court hearing the company will submit an updated business plan to the Air Transportation Stabilization Board , but gave no timeframe . +1 1951468 1951668 There were estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises , but most of the businesses were non- operative , he said . There are estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises in Iraq , but most of the businesses are currently inoperative , he said . +1 3408026 3408048 Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later Sunday as a U.S. convoy was traveling near Fallujah , killing an American soldier and wounding three others . Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later yesterday as a U.S. convoy was travelling near Falluja , just west of Baghdad , killing an U.S. soldier and wounding three others . +0 2269403 2269062 He and 13 others were arrested Monday after blocking traffic in support of striking university workers . On Friday , 83 strike supporters were arrested for blocking traffic . +0 2332188 2332155 At 11 p.m. , Henri was centered about 70 miles southwest of St. Petersburg and was becoming disorganized as it drifted south at about 3 mph , forecasters said . Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . +1 1787964 1787832 Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . Boeing said yesterday that Southwest exercised options to purchase 15 737s for delivery next year . +1 1822072 1821940 My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " " My judgement is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " +1 1125898 1125882 Following the ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers of pending action , it issued another statement that Hewitt has added to his suit . Following ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers that action was pending , it issued another statement in April which Hewitt has added to his suit . +0 3037584 3037512 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said . Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . +1 1810461 1810405 Dotson , 21 , admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released yesterday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " +1 2954900 2954875 If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches in the years to come , he wrote . " If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches for years to come . " +1 1630582 1630654 The program , which downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer only briefly to allow visitors to view it , is invisible to the computer 's owner . The program , which only briefly downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer , is invisible to the computer 's owner . +0 315786 315654 On March 6 , the board , most of them appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to the hikes ; they were implemented at the beginning of this month . On March 6 , the board , most of whose members were appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to impose the hikes . +0 786531 786685 From that point until costs reached $ 5,300 , the individual would pay 100 percent of the bill . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . +0 2232543 2232292 Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports , and the remainder are Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . +0 3413983 3413920 Mailblocks was founded five years after WebTV was acquired by Microsoft for $ 425 million . WebTV was sold to Microsoft in 1997 for $ 425 million and today is called MSN TV . +1 2776661 2776608 The specific product that is the subject of the petition , 6000 series aluminium alloy rolled plate , is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . At the center of the petition is a 6000 series aluminum alloy rolled plate that is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . +1 593848 593880 " We will keep fighting within the law ... against this terrorist group and those who support it . " We will keep fighting , within the law , against the terrorist band . " +1 260925 260953 Only one third of high-speed trains within France were running , national rail company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer said . One third of high-speed trains within France will run , national railway company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer estimates . +1 2255545 2255526 Instead of remains , the Ragusas will bury a vial of Michael 's blood , which he had donated to a bone marrow center . Instead of Ragusa 's remains , his family will bury a vial of blood he had donated to a bone marrow center . +0 138066 137972 " But I do question the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " +0 126766 126736 But it now has 600 fewer stores - about 1,500 in all - and a $ 2 billion loan to compete against bigger merchants . It now has 600 fewer stores -- about 1,500 in all -- and a $ 2 billion loan . +1 151890 152260 Two of the six people who testified before Congress Wednesday were engaged in a bitter dispute about airing Yankees games . Two of the six people that testified to Congress today were engaged in a bitter dispute over airing Yankees games . +1 1793541 1793607 Tampering with medicine has been so lucrative that many of those arrested lived in million-dollar homes . Tampering with medicine apparently was so lucrative , investigators said , that many of the suspects lived in million-dollar homes . +1 2844586 2844316 The new link between Mohammed and Pearl was first reported in Tuesday 's editions of The Wall Street Journal . The US acknowledgment that it suspects that Mohammed killed Pearl was first reported in yesterday 's editions of the Journal . +1 305630 305407 The decades-long conflict has killed more than 10,000 people in the resource-rich province , most of them civilians . More than 10,000 people , most of them civilians , have been killed in three decades of insurgency . +1 2643172 2643267 In Somalia , only 26 % of adolescent females ( aged 10-19 ) have heard of Aids and just 1 % know how to protect themselves . In Somalia , the report says , only 26 percent of adolescent girls have heard of AIDS and only 1 percent know how to protect themselves . +1 2088333 2088281 " Of course the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing , " Mr. Connolly said . And , of course , the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing - no ticket , no violation . " +0 2164706 2164291 At least two dozen people were killed and scores injured . More than a dozen people were killed in those attacks . +0 2273670 2273060 The U.S.-backed Governing Council appointed a cabinet of 25 ministers , most of them little-known , saying they represented the will of Iraq . The U.S.-backed Governing Council named the cabinet of 25 ministers on Monday , most of them little-known . +0 548992 549040 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman accused President Bush on Wednesday of presiding over a new economy with old thinking , and for failing to reward innovation in the workplace . Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman criticized President Bush on Wednesday for a sluggish economy that has kept Americans out of work . +1 332116 331983 Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over bomb attacks in Jakarta and the North Sumatran city of Medan . Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over recent bomb attacks . +1 2933340 2933394 He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they ... are conducting their prayers . " He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they are in their time of when they 're conducting their prayers . " +1 2886706 2886559 The search feature works with around 120,000 titles from 190 publishers , which translates into some 33 million pages of searchable text . The feature , which has the approval of book publishers , puts some 33 million pages of searchable text at the disposal of Amazon.com shoppers . +1 2760846 2760812 The dollar rose 0.6 percent to 109.54 yen < JPY = > and climbed more than 1 percent to 1.3315 Swiss francs < CHF = > . The dollar rose around 0.6 percent against the Japanese currency to 109.51 yen < JPY = > and climbed 1 percent against the Swiss franc to 1.3302 francs < CHF = > . +0 2945066 2945067 Late trading : Placing a buy order for a mutual fund after 4 p.m. ET and getting it at that day 's closing net asset value . Forward pricing : Law that states mutual fund shares bought after 4 p.m. ET are priced at the next day 's closing net asset value . +0 50656 50518 " Fighting continued until midnight , " western rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone on Sunday . " They ransacked and burned the two villages completely , " rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone from the bush . +0 1209690 1209749 Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and right fielder Aubrey Huff were ejected for arguing after Huff was called out on strikes to end the ninth . Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and Huff all were ejected in the middle of the ninth . +0 2383572 2383564 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 5.37 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,020.18 . The Standard & Poor 's paper products index .GSPPAPR was one of the leading sectors , up 2 percent . +1 2236726 2236448 Every day more American soldiers die . We 're losing one or two American soldiers every day . +0 1451705 1451721 A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the protests , which the NLC called in defiance of a court order banning them . A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the action and is mobilising for protests . +0 895132 895292 The Seattle band 's groundbreaking grunge anthem is No. 1 on VH1 's list of the " 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . " See the complete list of VH1 's ' 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . +1 3443049 3443098 Drinking more coffee may reduce the risk of developing the most common form of diabetes , a study has found . Drinking caffeinated coffee , you see , may significantly reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes , the most common form of the disease . +0 1901007 1901069 In Britain , temperatures threatened to top the 37.1 C ( 98.8 F ) all-time high . Western and southwestern Germany were expected to see temperatures hit 38 C ( 100.4 F ) . +1 3280168 3280092 A car and a house were hit in the latest shootings , said Chief Deputy Steve Martin of the Franklin County sheriff 's office . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . +1 200221 200024 In a letter sent to The Times and read to the Associated Press after his resignation , Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologized for his " lapse of journalistic integrity . " In a letter sent to The New York Times after his resignation , Mr Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologised for his " lapse of journalistic integrity " . +1 3003546 3003536 " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " said George Scalise , president of the SIA . " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . +1 2698796 2698674 No pill is ever expected to replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . Nobody is saying such a pill could replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . +0 3176415 3176292 In after-hours trading , H-P shares rose 62 cents to $ 22.83 after adding 56 cents in the regular session . In after-hours trading , Hewlett-Packard shares rose 55 cents , to $ 22.86 , according to Instinet . +0 1950621 1950831 Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing recall several recall cases , one of which a Los Angeles court dismissed on Friday . Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing cases on the recall , but the prospects are uncertain . +0 1167666 1167631 To reach John A. Dvorak , who covers Kansas , call ( 816 ) 234-7743 or send e-mail to jdvorak @ kctar.com. To reach Brad Cooper , Johnson County municipal reporter , call ( 816 ) 234-7724 or send e-mail to bcooper @ kcstar.com. +1 956231 956502 He will be paid $ 395,000 per year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . +1 1928842 1928345 He admits he occasionally lived the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . Schwarzenegger has admitted to occasionally living the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . +1 375016 374966 The case puts the Supreme Court back into the debate over the separation of church and state . The case marks the court 's second major separation of church and state case in two years . +1 2467955 2467995 In 2001 , the number of death row inmates nationally fell for the first time in a generation . In 2001 , the number of people on death row dropped for the first time in a decade . +1 859790 859269 The contract also includes a $ 200,000 buyout . Perkins also had a $ 200,000 buyout clause in his contract . +1 3102538 3102255 Prosecutors contended that Mr. Durst had plotted the murder to assume Mr. Black 's identity . Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . +1 1612534 1612553 " The lives of American warfighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " said Defense Department Inspector General Joseph Schmitz . " The lives of American war-fighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " Joseph Schmitz , Defence Department inspector general , said . +1 2625928 2625910 Thirty-eight percent of patients surveyed in five urban clinics believed the myth that cancer spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a poll to be published Tuesday . Thirty-eight percent of cancer patients in five urban clinics believed the myth that the disease spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a survey . +1 616425 616448 For the first quarter , HP pulled in $ 2.94 billion and captured 27.9 percent of the market . H-P came in second with nearly $ 3.32 billion in sales and 26 percent of the market 's revenue . +1 679659 679574 Still , Mauresmo has the confidence of having beaten Serena for the first time and also is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss Sunday to Vera Zvonareva . She has the confidence of having beaten her for the first time and she is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss of two days ago . +1 306643 306346 The latest attack came just two days after three suicide bombers drove a truck loaded with explosives into a government office complex in northern Chechnya , killing 59 people . The attacks came two days after suicide bombers detonated a truck bomb in a Government compound in northern Chechnya , killing 59 . +0 1402055 1402122 " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination , " writes Steinberg , of Johns Hopkins University . " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination and when my car is due for maintenance , " he said . +0 147744 147573 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 18.42 , or 0.2 percent , at 8,569.94 . Since sinking to 2003 lows in early March , the Dow Jones industrial average has rallied 13.8 % . +1 1717414 1717547 The legislation opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to the Solomons and to carry out law enforcement functions . " Once the legislation enters into force , it opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to Solomon Islands and to carry out law-enforcement functions . +0 1268574 1268483 Falls in euro / yen also pushed down the dollar against the yen , with the pair at 118.32 yen compared with Friday 's late New York level of 118.51 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . +0 3173810 3173777 Wells Fargo and Quicken Loans couldn 't be reached for comment Wednesday afternoon . Wells Fargo was not available for comment , and a Quicken Loans spokeswoman declined immediate comment . +1 2704862 2704026 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment at the CIA . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . +1 2504394 2504360 Mr Neil said that according to the source , the report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . According to the BBC , the group 's interim report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . +0 1851731 1851926 Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , said : " We have one headline . Pearson , led by Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , publishes its interim results this week . +1 1840006 1840048 Randall Simon singled to right for the second run . Randall Simon followed with an RBI single to right . +0 2274889 2274833 She was physically ill several times on the day he died , she said . " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . +1 1111135 1111162 No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and it appeared the measure faced a tougher road there . No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and few were predicting what fate the bill would meet there . +1 238654 238556 This is a case about a woman who for 20 years dedicated her life to this country , " said Janet Levine . " This case is about a woman who for over 20 years dedicated herself to this country , " Levine said . +1 1547600 1547406 " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts , R-Kan . , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " Sunday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla ... effort . " " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " yesterday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla . . . effort . " +1 2242224 2242625 The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note rose as high as 4.66 percent Aug. 14 from 3.07 percent in June . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . +0 1770489 1770322 The farmers market reopened Saturday ; at least 11 people remained hospitalized , three in critical condition . At least 11 people remained hospitalized Saturday , three of them in critical condition . +1 2120441 2120430 A Trillian representative did not return an e-mail requesting comment . The representative did not return calls seeking additional comment . +1 875530 875567 State health officials have reported 18 suspected cases in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . As of yesterday afternoon , 22 suspected cases had been reported in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . +1 2706577 2706249 No charges have been filed in the deaths of the other victims ; Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . +1 1629896 1629393 The head of the panel -- Tillie Fowler , a former US representative from Florida -- told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . The head of the panel , former Rep. Tillie Fowler of Florida , told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . +0 923806 923784 Cable high-speed lines increased 32.2 percent to 243,143 . For the full year , high-speed ADSL increased by 64 percent . +1 2348149 2348163 " It 's unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt , " said Taylor Gross , a White House spokesman . " It is unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt . +1 882005 881903 The girl turned up two days later at a convenience store several cities away , shaken but safe , and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . The arrest came hours after the girl turned up at a convenience store several cities away and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . +1 1082745 1082697 Ride , astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein will enter the hall of fame together . Ride will be enshrined along with astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein . +1 1850477 1850442 They varied greatly , ranging from one per cent or two per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality US brand called American Spirit . The results ranged from 1 per cent or 2 per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality brand called American Spirit . +1 960482 960585 The board is investigating whether a shortage of funds in the shuttle program compromised safety . The board is investigating whether this compromised safety on the shuttle . +1 607085 607213 The island nation reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making Taiwan 's epidemic the fastest-growing in the world . Taiwan reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one-day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making its epidemic the world 's fastest-growing . +0 1787955 1787922 A year earlier , it posted a profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . +1 2726643 2726697 British-born astronaut Michael Foale is about to fly into space to take up his post as commander of the International Space Station . British-born astronaut Michael Foale is on his way to take command of the international space station . +1 2750580 2750611 Clark said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be part of the Department of Homeland Security . Clark , one of nine Democrats seeking the nomination , said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be within the Department of Homeland Security . +1 1916325 1916124 Ximian brings Novell unparalleled expertise , strengthening our ability to work with [ our ] customers and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " " Ximian brings Novell unparalleled Linux expertise . . . [ and strengthens ] our ability to work with and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " +1 1260012 1260081 Video replays suggested the ball had hit the ground before making contact with Sangakkara 's foot . Television replays , though , showed the ball had touched the ground before Sangakkara 's boot ( 262 for 4 ) . +1 1002861 1002848 The GPO previously closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Cleveland , and Columbus . Since 2001 , the agency has closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Ala . , Cleveland , Columbus , Ohio , and Washington . +1 342319 342066 Peterson is charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and unborn son . Peterson , 30 , is awaiting trial on two counts of murder for the deaths of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son . +0 3181208 3181242 A second victim , Michael Walker , 23 , was struck in the torso , the bullet perforating his lung . The other victim , Michael Walker , of 550 Barbey Street , was struck in the neck . +0 1438101 1437632 In late morning trading , the Dow was up 13.88 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,002.93 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . +0 3448500 3448457 Ryland Group ( nyse : RYL - news - people ) , a homebuilder and mortgage-finance company , sank $ 9.65 , or 11.6 percent , to $ 73.40 . Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) jumped $ 2.88 , or 15.7 percent , to $ 21.28 . +1 869770 870219 PeopleSoft 's board now has 10 business days to evaluate the Oracle offer and make a recommendation to its shareholders . Nevertheless , PeopleSoft must review Oracle 's tender offer and make a recommendation to shareholders . +1 3261114 3261175 They named the man charged as Noureddinne Mouleff , a 36-year-old of North African origin who was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne last week . Last week , Nur al-Din Muliff , a 36-year-old of North African origin , was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne . +0 1721812 1721993 Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . Alcohol-related fatalities accounted for 41 percent of the total number of deaths . +0 1219621 1219396 His next play , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " a satire on Hollywood , lasted more than a year on Broadway . His next play , Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? , lasted more than a year on Broadway and was also filmed by Fox . +1 2532890 2532868 " I am unaware of any genuine entries concerning British servicemen in the police records , " said a spokesman for the British High Commission in Nairobi yesterday . " I am therefore unaware of any genuine entries concerning rapes by British servicemen in police records , " the spokesman said . +1 941629 941684 Amrozi said Jews and the US and its allies had evil plans to colonise countries like Indonesia . Jews , Americans and their allies had " evil " plans to colonise nations like Indonesia , Amrozi said . +1 3244942 3245075 It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration doesn 't have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . +1 774666 774871 An unclear number of people were killed and more injured . Four people were killed and 50 injured in the attacks . +1 2694616 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . +1 763570 763491 " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . +1 61159 61387 CS 's other main division , Financial Services , made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent below the prior quarter . CS Financial Services made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent less than in the fourth quarter of last year . +1 1396810 1396798 The answer , the group said , would be to " create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . " The DHWG says it will instead create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . +1 1782250 1782593 Recall proponents claim to have turned in more than 1.6 million signatures . Recall sponsors say they have submitted 1.6 million signatures . +1 3355473 3355625 Kelly said Mr Rumsfeld last month made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honour should go to all men and women who wear the US uniform . Kelly said Rumsfeld , in a November interview , made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honor go to all men and women who wear the U.S. uniform . +1 1418561 1418105 Carlton Dotson , a teammate who lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he talked to police Friday but was instructed not to talk about the case . Carlton Dotson , who was on the team last season and lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he was told not to talk about the case . +0 368021 368077 PowderJect is roughly 20 percent owned by CEO Drayson , a high-profile UK businessman , and his family . PowderJect , roughly 20 percent owned by Chief Executive Paul Drayson and his family , reported surging annual profit early this month . +0 1802596 1802526 Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said the push for higher standards and accountability " is showing results . " Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said he was pleased by the results . +0 123103 123128 The husband 's family says he has since passed two lie detector tests . The Web site said Dr. Aronov had passed two lie detector tests , one administered by the police . +1 3442417 3442438 However , disability declined by more than 10 percent for those 60 to 69 , the study said . Meanwhile , for people aged 60 to 69 , disability declined by more than 10 percent . +1 1079150 1079096 " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of service men and women during his 25 years of service , " Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist said yesterday . " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of servicemen and women during his 25 years of service , " Frist said . +1 775854 775892 On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge soon , the officials said . On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge in the coming days , the officials said on condition of anonymity . +0 2662158 2662046 The Standard Edition is $ 15,000 per processor or $ 300 per named user . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . +0 2082785 2082239 Ottawa police reported 23 cases of looting , along with two deaths possibly attributed to the outage - a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . In Canada 's capital of Ottawa , police reported two deaths possibly linked to the power outage — a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . +0 2464926 2464870 The teen was in critical condition with life-threatening wounds , police said in a news release . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . +1 20923 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for missing the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . +1 3301459 3301557 Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne was in intensive care today as he continued his “ steady ” recovery from a quad bike accident . Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne could be kept in intensive care for “ several days ” following his quad bike accident , his doctor said tonight . +1 1692026 1692079 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . Analysts currently expect earnings of 13 cents a share and revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average , according to a survey by Reuters Research . +0 1545837 1545878 He plans to visit an AIDS clinic in Uganda and meet with infected mothers in Nigeria . From there he plans to visit South Africa and make stops in Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria . +1 3254208 3254262 Colorado Attorney-General Ken Salazar later said his office has also filed suit against Invesco , charging it with violations of the state 's consumer protection act . Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar also filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Invesco , accusing it of violating the state 's Consumer Protection Act . +1 2857994 2857985 Preventing stronger gains , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell 1.3 percent to A $ 12.43 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 1.9 percent to A $ 4.75 after a weak performance overnight . Holding the market back , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell two percent to A $ 12.34 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 2.3 percent to A $ 4.73 after a weak performance overnight . +0 1077146 1076866 Police said her two small children were alone in the apartment for up to two days . Police said her two small children were alone there for up to two days as she lay dead . +1 3065081 3065062 All five were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . +1 3003054 3002969 Long lines formed outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines Sunday as Israelis prepared to weather a strike that threatened to paralyze the country . Long lines formed Sunday outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines as Israelis braced for the strike 's effects . +1 2570310 2570364 But he confessed : " There 's total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds . " But he said there was a " total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds " . +0 2309422 2309399 Marc Garber , Whitley 's attorney , had a different view . Whitley 's attorney , Marc Garber , called the ruling " a huge victory . " +1 1808839 1808866 Siebel , whose fortunes soared with the tech boom , has cut nearly one-third of its workforce since the end of 2001 . With the purge , Siebel will have cut 2,400 employees - or nearly one-third of its workforce - since the end of 2001 . +0 1458116 1457912 Her lawyer , William Zabel , could not be reached . Ms. Kennedy Cuomo 's lawyer , William D. Zabel , said she would not comment . +0 315770 315638 The Metropolitan Transportation Authority was given two weeks to restore the $ 1.50 fare and the old commuter railroad rates , York declared . The Metropolitan Transportation Authority , which plans to appeal , was given until May 28 to restore the old subway and bus fare and the old commuter railroad rates . +1 3059963 3059991 Microsoft this week released a critical update to fix a bug with its newly released Office 2003 suite . Microsoft has released a critical update for its newly released office suite , Office 2003 . +1 2854524 2854472 About 1,557 genes on chromosome 6 are thought to be functional . The remaining 1,557 genes are believed to be all functional . +1 2724579 2724652 About 22 % of twentysomethings are obese , which is roughly 30 pounds over a healthy weight . About 31 percent of Americans are now obese — roughly 30 or more pounds over a healthy weight . +1 1780523 1780684 " There is always a danger of casualties in something like this . Howard said there was always a risk of casualties . +1 862810 862724 " She was crying and scared , ' said Isa Yasin , the owner of the store . " She was crying and she was really scared , " said Yasin . +1 1048574 1048764 The same flood that blocked the airport road also swamped a Federal Express depot . The water blocking the airport road swamped several buildings , including a Federal Express depot . +1 201919 201848 He wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man , " he said . " He 's wild , he wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man . " +0 968647 968699 Sovereign , based in Philadelphia , expects to close the acquisition in the first quarter of 2004 . Sovereign said it expects the merger to close in the first quarter of 2004 , subject to regulatory and First Essex shareholder approval . +0 174280 174670 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . +0 1958081 1958144 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC ended off 8.15 points , or 0.49 percent , at 1,644.03 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . +0 2798493 2798323 The high profile two-week campaign – which started on September 28 – was designed to show a strong police presence around London . The high profile , two-week campaign was designed to show a strong police presence around London and resulted in 42 arrests , which a spokesman said was " pretty impressive " . +1 3271456 3271286 All of those governments have said their support will not waver , though public sentiment is rising against it . The governments of those countries have said that despite rising public opposition , their support will not waver . +0 2182379 2182281 U.N. inspectors found traces of highly enriched , weapons-grade uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility , a report by the U.N. nuclear agency says . United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . +0 199488 199513 Since being drafted into service in 1971 , it has racked up a record 45 accidents , with 393 deaths . It has a chequered safety record , including 47 accidents that resulted in 668 deaths . +0 1399401 1399370 Other , more traditional tests are also available . Traditional tests also are available at no cost today . +1 1807913 1807986 All along , we were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time , " she said . She insisted that throughout the mission , managers " were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time . " +1 1851555 1851377 He said Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips without much competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . +1 345305 344783 It passed only after Republicans won the support of two wavering senators , Democrat Ben Nelson of Nebraska and Republican George Voinovich of Ohio . It passed only after Republicans won the support of Voinovich and another wavering senator , Nelson of Nebraska . +1 422013 421929 The jump in tobacco shares was led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.28 . Shares of the cigarette makers jumped on the news , led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.30 . +1 2930014 2930092 Veritas will offer its File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server software products on SUSE Enterprise Server in the first quarter next year . Already in beta , Veritas ' File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server products for SuSE Enterprise Linux Server should drop into the hands of customers in early 2004 . +0 1273439 1273223 Washington , however , said more was needed to prevent complaints being filed in the first place . But the US insisted it wanted more done to prevent complaints being filed in the first place , preferably by repealing the entire law . +0 1787954 1788039 Southwest 's net income amounted to $ 246 million , or 30 cents per share . With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . +0 953776 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . +0 1342025 1341941 If Lee is indicted , prosecutors will seek the death penalty . Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . +1 3059966 3059994 Microsoft has released separate patches for client and administrative versions of Office 2003 . Separate downloadable patches are available for the client and administrative versions of Office . +1 1054641 1054466 The Nasdaq Composite increased by 40.09 points , or 2.5 per cent , to 1666.58 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.64 points , or 0.34 percent , at 1,672.22 . +0 2631971 2632114 The nine largest airlines had $ 75.4 billion in revenue last year . Since Sept . 11 , 2001 , the six largest airlines have lost a combined $ 18 billion . +1 210652 210694 Three Southern politicians who risked their political careers by fighting against bigotry and intolerance were honored Monday with John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Awards for 2003 . Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . +0 1636439 1636701 The effort is the Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services . July 10 - The Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services enlists church-based youth groups in anti-drug programs . +1 722302 721936 It also said it expects a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +0 1977631 1977694 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up a mere 0.04 of a point at 1,653 . +1 912583 912423 A top aide to state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was charged Wednesday with raping an unidentified , 22-year-old female state Assembly employee . A top aide to Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was arrested yesterday for allegedly raping a 22-year-old legislative staffer after a night on the town . +1 3452805 3453061 Officials say Peeler and Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . According to the GBI , Ms. Peeler and Mr. Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . +0 611560 611447 He made the same decree in June 2002 , but that measure was limited to the southern city of Arequipa amid fatal protests against the privatization of two power firms . That measure was limited to the city of Arequipa amid protests , that killed three people , against the sale of two power firms . +0 2686714 2686744 In 1975 he married Marta Casals , the widow of Pablo Casals . Istomin later married Casals ' widow , Marta , after Casals ' death in 1973 . +1 1583419 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . +0 2452548 2452405 The Washington Times first reported yesterday that Army Capt. James . The arrest was reported in The Washington Times today . +1 2430069 2429899 The cards are issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and show the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the card holder . The card is issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and shows the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the cardholder . +1 139941 139792 The final chapter in the trilogy , The Matrix Revolutions , is out in November . The third and final film , " The Matrix Revolutions , " will be released in November . +1 1530052 1529676 The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the 2-week-old fire that already had blackened 70,000 acres . The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the resurgent Aspen fire . +1 144946 144925 Their election increases the board from seven people to nine . Their appointments increase Berkshire 's board to nine from seven members . +0 1259546 1259298 But a U.S. appeals court in San Francisco disagreed and upheld the law . The high court reversed a decision by a U.S. appeals court that upheld the law . +0 1427843 1427658 The Boston Archdiocese has faced waves of scandal that have not only angered victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests . The waves of scandal angered not only victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests , to the point that Law could no longer run the archdiocese . +0 2662092 2662046 " This is not a scaled-down version of the Oracle Enterprise Edition or Standard Edition [ database ] . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . +1 202295 202144 Significantly , it made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemah Islamiyah , accused of being behind the attacks . The address made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemaah Islamiyah , which was behind the attacks . +0 1894838 1894788 One , from a former CIBC executive , described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " The report quotes extensively from internal e-mails , including one from a former CIBC executive who described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " +1 774300 774517 The MDC said a supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital on Wednesday after being tortured and assaulted by soldiers putting down the protests . The MDC said that an opposition supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital after being tortured and assaulted by the soldiers putting down the anti-Mugabe protests . +0 129778 130265 The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . +1 1428346 1428187 That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , said State Department spokesman Richard Boucher , who did not identify them . That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , Boucher said without identifying them . +1 2174134 2174119 " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of the aircraft financing capability in this country , " Mr. Tellier said . " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of aircraft financing in this country , " said Paul Tellier , Bombardier chief executive . +1 359225 359173 Two astronomers surveying the region around Jupiter have detected 20 new moons , bringing the giant planet 's total to 60 . Astronomers have clocked eight more moons orbiting Jupiter , bringing its known total to 60 . +0 3366214 3366092 A seventh victim , a woman , died Tuesday night in the burn unit at childrens Hospital Medical Center of Akron . A seventh person , a 21-year-old woman , was in critical condition in the burn unit at Akron Children 's Hospital . +1 1808482 1808598 And two key shuttle program leaders were out of town during the flight . The newspaper also reported that two key leaders were out of town during part of Columbia 's flight . +1 192881 192950 A council resolution is considered essential in giving Iraqi or U.S.-controlled entities in Baghdad the legal authority to export oil . Without an adopted resolution , no Iraqi , U.S. or U.N. entity in Baghdad has the legal authority to export oil . +0 1802788 1803098 Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under certain conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . +1 786550 786525 " The benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up . " " The ( drug ) benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up , " Grassley said . +1 1619310 1619273 She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until after her death . +1 348914 348494 About 700 MONUC troops are based in Bunia , but the force has neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . The United Nations has about 700 troops on the ground , but they have neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . +1 44610 44377 Garner said Iraq 's reconstruction was not as difficult as he had expected -- mainly because the war caused less infrastructure damage and fewer refugees than anticipated . Garner said reconstruction will not be as difficult as he anticipated because the war caused less damage and created fewer refugees . +0 260052 259880 The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . Bush , however , also lashed out at the terrorist bombings in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people -- including a number of Americans . +1 2916161 2916192 It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground , " NASA spokesman Robert Navias said . It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground . " +1 2138001 2137921 The institute estimates that last year 15.7 per cent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs . The FMI estimates that last year 15.7 percent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs , including wages and benefits . +1 260958 260935 French retirees will increase from one fifth to a third of the population by 2040 . By 2040 , retirees will account for a third of the population , up from a fifth today . +0 2331890 2331242 He had served nine years in prison for the crime -- two on death row -- when he was released . He had served nine years in prison , including two on death row , when he was released by a judge and pardoned by the governor . +0 712430 712184 " This is not unanticipated , " Chief Deputy District Attorney John Goold said Monday . They often complain about misconduct , " John Goold , chief deputy district attorney for Stanislaus County said . +1 1849916 1849885 Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with the church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , in which 19 people died . Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with a series of church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , when 19 people were killed . +1 2131330 2131369 The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed by the crisis over the North 's nuclear ambitions . The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed further by a diplomatic spat over North Korea 's nuclear ambitions . +1 3194797 3194846 The only commercial carrier flying to Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , also suspended its flights for three days . The only passenger airline serving Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , said it was suspending service for three days . +1 2881745 2881969 " I make no apologies for the fact that the negotiations have been undertaken largely in secret , " Mr Truss said . Mr Truss said he made " no apologies " the negotiations had been undertaken in secret . +0 2564665 2564687 A senior law enforcement official , discussing the case on grounds of anonymity , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . The official , describing the apprehension at Boston 's Logan International Airport , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . +0 556143 556050 " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of Sept . 11 and the destruction of 1 World Trade Center , " the suit says . " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of 11 September , " the suit says . +0 363199 362925 Investors were askingwhether other banks , some of which are still being audited , could be dealt with in the same way . Other Japanese banks , some of which are still being audited , could face similar scrutiny . +1 54403 54456 Bennett told Newsweek that " over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even . " " Over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even , " he said . +1 920002 919819 " It is symptomatic of the communication difficulties that often trouble the ECB , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . " It is reminiscent of the communication troubles that have dogged the ECB in the past , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . +1 2410404 2410369 " We 're going to defend these charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . " Rob Furst intends to defend the charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . +1 1580672 1580644 But the Foreign Affairs Committee yesterday cleared Blair 's cabinet of that accusation . In its report , the foreign affairs committee absolved Mr. Blair of charges of doctoring intelligence . +1 861118 861396 Those searches have not found stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons or significant evidence of a nuclear weapons program . Alleged stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons have not turned up , nor has significant evidence of a nuclear-weapons program . +1 3187846 3187778 Its keywords are supported by Chinese language Web portals . Chinese language Web portals also support 3721 keywords , the Web site said . +0 698946 698932 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 0.13 points , or just 0.01 percent , to 966.87 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC crept up 5.05 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,595.80 . +1 1970948 1970905 This is the first time in the United States that five whales have been released simultaneously from a single stranding incident . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . +1 2226181 2226166 There are a total of 659 women enrolled at the academy , the report said . There were 659 women enrolled at the academy at the time of the survey . +1 1694716 1694679 Token-issuing framework provides capabilities that build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage trust relationships and secure conversations . Within WSE 2.0 , WS-Trust , WS-SecureConversation build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage relationships and secure conversations . +0 1454077 1453878 He has established a group to revise the constitution , possibly to protect private property . He also left out any reference to amending the constitution to guarantee private property rights . +1 1952536 1952630 " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Karas said . It was to fly a plane in the White House . " +0 2566907 2567384 They worry the treatment could leave their son sterile , blind or even dead . They fear the treatment would stunt the boy 's growth and leave him sterile . +0 2268482 2268400 The parade , which moves west along Eastern Parkway in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn , went through the district Davis represented . The parade , which moved west along Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights past hundreds of thousands of spectators , went through the district that Davis represented . +1 1258196 1258284 The company said it now expects second-quarter earnings of 68 cents and 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . Avery Dennison said it now expects a second-quarter profit of 68 cents to 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . +0 137972 137865 Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " " But I do question the motives of a desk-bound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " +1 698949 698934 Some Wall Street experts believe stocks have rallied too far , too quickly , given the muddled economic reports of recent weeks . Some Wall Street analysts believe stocks have rallied too far , too fast , given the muddled picture of the economy provided by recent data . +1 547163 547154 The NASD also alleges Young flew multiple times on Tyco corporate jets , often accompanied by Kozlowski . The NASD alleges that the analyst flew multiples times on Tyco 's corporate jets for business trips , sometimes accompanied by Kozlowski . +1 3192829 3192751 It has a plus or minus 4.9 percent margin of error . It had a margin of error of plus or minus five percentage points . +1 667291 667038 We believe the report is fully consistent with what the courts have ruled ... that the department 's actions are fully within the law . Comstock said several federal courts have ruled that the detentions are fully within the law . +1 144758 144855 " I conclude that plaintiffs have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to Bin Laden and Al Qaeda , " Baer said . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " +0 3044423 3044567 Reagan is played by James Brolin , who is married to singer Barbra Streisand , a leading Democratic activist . His supporters were also infuriated that Mr Reagan was played by James Brolin , the husband of Barbra Streisand , a leading Hollywood Democratic activist . +1 3129532 3129541 A US programmer has developed a software tool that allows users to download shared music files using Apples Windows iTunes software , which was released last month . Independent US programmer Bill Zeller has developed software that lets users download shared music files using iTunes for Windows . +1 174670 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . +1 1389351 1389586 A U.S. Court of Appeals Thursday ruled that Microsoft ( Quote , Company Info ) does not have to carry the Java programming language in its Windows operating system . A federal appeals court on Thursday overturned a judge 's order that would have forced Microsoft to include competitor Sun Microsystems ' Java software in its Windows operating system . +1 2694682 2694609 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . +0 490022 490005 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 10 points , or 1.10 percent , to 943 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC jumped 43.64 points , or 2.89 percent , to 1,553.73 . +1 353154 353234 The Foreign Office said there was a " clear " risk of terrorist attack in Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . The warnings were issued on Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . +0 1343191 1343491 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 98.32 , or about 1.1 percent , to 9011.53 . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . +1 1178784 1178969 The truck carried the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT , emergency ministry official Ruslan Khadzhiyev said . Another Chechen emergency ministry official , Ruslan Khadzhiyev , said the truck was carrying the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT . +1 741026 740969 An international warrant for his arrest was issued both to the Ghanaian authorities and to Interpol . A warrant for Taylor 's arrest has been served on the Ghanaian authorities and sent to Interpol . +1 1149374 1149314 PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors on Friday unanimously rejected Oracle Corp. ' s revised bid of $ 19.50 per share . PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors voted unanimously on Friday to recommend that stockholders reject Oracle 's upgraded bid for a hostile takeover . +0 2637229 2637350 Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas told a news conference Monday that authorities were ``continuing to make significant progress ' ' in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . +1 2852677 2852820 Berry also married and divorced his second wife twice , most recently in 1991 . Berry repeated that performance with his second wife , whom he married and divorced twice ( most recently in 1991 ) . +1 1319710 1319631 Goldman also raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents from 12 cents , citing the new tax law . Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . +1 3151109 3151135 Tomorrow 's testimony is to give an inside look at tax shelter development and marketing . Tuesday ’ s testimony is to give an inside look at tax-shelter development and marketing . +0 1852456 1852138 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was off 4.86 points , or 0.49 percent , at 993.82 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 1.8 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,732.50 . +1 2858095 2858170 Goodyear 's third-quarter earnings report , which had been scheduled to be released on Thursday , was postponed until November . It canceled its third-quarter earnings announcement , which had been scheduled for this morning . +0 424711 424638 The bonds traded to below 60 percent of face value earlier this year . They traded down early this year to 60 percent of face value on fears Aquila may default . +1 2625003 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " +1 1638113 1638056 Under Mexican law , bounty hunting is considered a form of kidnapping . Bounty hunting is illegal in Mexico , and the bounty hunter was charged with kidnapping . +1 1754653 1754711 The unusual decision to declassify an intelligence report came in an attempt to quiet a growing controversy over Mr Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . The unusual decision to declassify a major intelligence report was a bid by the White House to quiet a growing controversy over Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . +1 1784506 1784464 But the FBI never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi - even though it had received information that he was a Saudi agent , the document says . But the bureau never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi — despite receiving prior information he was a secret Saudi agent , the report says . +0 2995843 2996163 Several doctors and courts have found Schiavo to be in a persistent vegetative state , but Byrd disagreed . Many doctors say she is in a persistent vegetative state and cannot recover . +0 616341 616249 That compares to a net loss of $ 6.6 million , or 47 cents per share , on revenue of $ 15.5 million in 2002 's second fiscal quarter . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . +0 1853205 1854204 He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . +1 1499177 1499012 About two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice and others decided to protect and polish what remained . Then , about two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice , the Aviation Trail group and others made a decision to protect and polish what remained . +1 1015152 1015262 He said sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest , but discretionary items are still weak . Potter added that sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest but sales of discretionary items such as decorative accessories are still weak . +0 869697 869241 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 11.83 points , or 1.20 percent , to 975.93 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . +1 160228 159941 France , Russia , China and others had advocated a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . +0 2205356 2205241 Second comes HP ( 27 percent with $ 2.9 billion , up just 0.4 percent ) . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . +0 3417991 3417841 The discoveries came a day after a package bomb burst into flames in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi , who was not injured . The discoveries came after a package bomb went off in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi on Sunday . +0 2382455 2382471 The scientists wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how best to use technology such as brain imaging to study consciousness . The scientists , not surprisingly , wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how they meditate . +1 1669431 1669454 But homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , have now been postponed indefinitely . But the timing of homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , is now indefinite . +1 1756399 1756323 He was in Cincinnati helping another daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . Rowell , 57 , was out of state helping his wife 's daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . +1 2497070 2497346 In the entire fiscal year , the company lost a record $ 1.27 billion , or $ 2.11 a share , on sales of nearly $ 3.1 billion . For the entire fiscal year , Micron lost a record $ 1.27 billion on sales of just under $ 3.1 billion . +0 221357 221459 The indictment supercedes a criminal complaint filed against Quattrone on April 23 with similar charges . The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . +1 1705098 1705278 " I don 't think my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week , " he said . In a conference call yesterday , he said , " I don 't think that my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week . " +1 2228143 2228563 Obviously , I 've made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous and all those things , because that 's the way I always was . " Obviously , I have made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous because that 's the way I was . " +1 3018474 3018539 " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes . " " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes , " FCC chairman Michael Powell said . +0 3023261 3023282 Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said they stand by their reporting . Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said the Supreme Court did not address the merits of the case . +1 520053 520147 In addition to O 'Connor , Rehnquist 's majority opinion was joined by Justices David Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg , and Stephen Breyer . Joining him in the majority opinion were Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor , David H. Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . +1 3179543 3179259 But he added , " Once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " " However , the report also tells us that once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " +1 1363423 1363801 Stony Brook University launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection between electromagnetic fields and cancer . The State University at Stony Brook launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection . +0 3389680 3389709 It was the first suicide attack in Israel since October 4 , when a bomber killed 23 people . The first Palestinian suicide attack in Israel killed eight people in April 1994 in the centre of Afula . +1 1391169 1390984 They include Ask Jeeves Inc . , Global Crossing , Aether Systems , Clarent , Copper Mountain Networks and VA Linux , now VA Software . They included Global Crossing , Akamai Technologies , Ask Jeeves , Copper Mountain Networks , Etoys and VA Linux . +1 2440664 2440782 The UAW earlier this week reached tentative agreements , also for four years , with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. The union earlier this week announced tentative agreements with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. +1 315771 315639 Then the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs , the judge said . But the judge , Louis York , said the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs afterward . +0 969673 969585 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . +0 3361322 3361301 In New York , $ 7,646 is spent annually on each Medicaid recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . New York has by far the country ’ s most expensive Medicaid program , costing taxpayers $ 7,646 per recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . +1 1953229 1953216 Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the same the day the bodies were identified through DNA testing . +1 2994387 2994521 In Kentucky , Democratic Attorney General Ben Chandler faces U.S. Rep. Ernie Fletcher . Kentucky : Republican Ernie Fletcher , a three-term House member , is battling Democratic state Attorney General Ben Chandler . +0 3331138 3331090 Other retailers that will be affected are Argos , part of GUS , and privately owned Littlewoods . The other main electrical goods retailers are Argos , part of GUS , privately owned Littlewoods and PowerHouse . +1 1389502 1389257 Sun filed its lawsuit after an appeals court in Washington upheld the U.S. government 's antitrust case against Microsoft . Sun filed the suit after the government 's successful antitrust suit against Microsoft . +1 2912388 2912129 Jewish and Muslim leaders expressed horror at the proposals , which have not been approved . Jewish and Muslim leaders objected to the proposals , which were never approved . +1 539375 539596 A female attendant , 25 , was slashed across the face as the attacker closed on the cockpit . A female colleague , 25 , was slashed across the face as the man continued to try to reach the front of the plane . +0 3372294 3372337 Of the 23.5 million high-speed lines , 16.3 million provided advanced services , which the FCC defines as speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . A total of 16.3 million lines provided advanced services , those services at speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . +0 2490559 2490490 Daniel said it takes about two hours and 15 minutes to drive from his home to Nashville . Daniel said D 'Antonio left between 7 : 15 p.m. and 8 p.m and it takes about two hours to drive from his home to Nashville . +1 3320347 3320265 Cullen , 43 , is charged with murdering a Catholic clergyman and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center . Cullen , 43 , is charged with killing a Roman Catholic Church official and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville . +1 2111776 2111618 Authorities appealed to the public Friday to come forward and provide what could be the key to solving the sniper-style shootings that have killed three people outside area convenience stores . Authorities looked to the public yesterday for help in solving the deadly sniper-style shootings of three people outside Charleston-area convenience stores . +1 1138606 1138842 Duke and North Carolina have been resolute in their positions against expansion . Two schools , Duke and North Carolina , have steadfastly opposed expansion . +0 1806664 1806683 Despite generic competition for acne drug Accutane , flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion . Flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion , while diagnostics sales fell one percent in francs to 3.57 billion . +1 1110070 1109913 Tehran has said it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . +1 1909338 1909392 Financial terms of the deal , expected to close this month , were not released . Financial terms of the sale , which is expected to be completed by the end of August , were not disclosed . +1 1892206 1892096 It also hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to explore refinancing or restructuring of $ 175 million in senior notes due next year . ATA also has hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to evaluate options for refinancing or restructuring $ 175 million of 10.5 percent senior notes due in August 2004 . +1 397102 397138 At last week 's meeting with U.S. President George W. Bush , Roh said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue . " The two leaders said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue " . +1 1692094 1692026 Analysts have predicted third-quarter earnings of 16 cents a share and revenue of $ 7.15 billion , on average . Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . +1 2654641 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathleen Gregg one of six appointees to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest US lender for students . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . +1 2328114 2328440 After hours of negotiations , a SWAT team burst in early yesterday and found Hoffine dead . Early Friday , the SWAT team burst in and found Hoffine dead . +1 2617727 2618289 " I never grabbed anyone and then pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts , and stuff like that . That I pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts and stuff like that : this is not me . +1 2720998 2720694 " The death of al-Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " Arroyo said in a statement on Monday . " The death of Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " President Gloria Arroyo said . +1 1460092 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday , as did Mills . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . +0 2691257 2691033 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Market 's composite index rose 3.41 points to 1,915.31 . The benchmark S & P / TSX composite index rose 29.12 points yesterday to 7,633.61 . +0 89215 89463 Last week , Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic ties and restoration of air services with Pakistan . The move follows a recent proposal by Mr Vajpayee , whoended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic links and restoration of air services with Pakistan . +1 476611 476710 Evacuation went smoothly , although passengers weren 't told what was going on , Hunt said . Passengers were evacuated smoothly , although they were not told what was going on , he said . +1 2134759 2134730 By Wednesday , the Red Planet will come as near to Earth as it has been in 60,000 years . On Wednesday , at 7.51pm , Mars will be the closest to Earth it has been for 59,619 years . +1 673728 673502 Microsoft will seek to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. The software maker is seeking to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. +1 2332633 2332760 Before the blast , Wells told police he had been forced to rob the bank and asked police to help him remove the bomb . Wells , 46 , said he was forced to rob the bank and asked police to help take the bomb off . +1 2284830 2284862 " Our party will never be the choice of the NRA - and I am not looking to be the candidate of the NRA , " he said . Our party will never be the choice of the N.R.A. , and I 'm not looking to be the candidate of the N.R.A. , " a reference to the National Rifle Association . +1 735664 735691 Since last April , scientists have learned how acrylamide is formed . Scientists are working to determine how exactly how acrylamide is formed in food . +1 1474104 1474149 One of the company 's employees was hospitalized in critical condition at Lee Memorial Hospital in Fort Myers , said hospital administrative assistant Alex Reichert . One of the employees who survived the blast and fire was hospitalized in critical condition in Fort Myers . +1 222647 222469 Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The share price of Berkeley-based Xoma lost 73 cents a share , or 13 percent , to $ 4.76 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 448931 449038 " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he told a news conference to introduce his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he said at a news conference in which he introduced his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . +1 606121 606463 Under the adjusted definition , officials Thursday listed 29 cases as suspected and said that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . Another 29 cases were listed as suspected , and officials warned that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . +1 1964079 1964053 " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , the CDC 's director , told a news briefing Thursday . " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , said Thursday . +0 1491651 1491626 Mr Howard said he also had faith in the system under which Hicks could be tried . Mr Howard also said yesterday that Hicks would be fairly treated , saying he had faith in the US justice system . +0 1020818 1020742 Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident conducted a search Monday at the home of Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , head of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix . Police investigating a deadly hit-and-run accident went to the home of Phoenix 's Roman Catholic bishop on Monday and found the windshield of his car caved in , authorities said . +1 3279020 3278928 Progress Software plans to acquire privately held DataDirect Technologies for about $ 88 million in cash , the companies said Friday . Progress Software Corp. is acquiring DataDirect Technologies Ltd . , a privately held supplier of data-access software , for approximately $ 88 million , the companies said Friday . +0 953766 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.17 to $ 42.51 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . +0 2082967 2082948 Hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the lower Texas coast as Tropical Storm Erika sped across the Gulf of Mexico and headed for landfall . One month after Hurricane Claudette pounded Texas , hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the coast as fast-moving Tropical Storm Erika churned across the gulf . +1 101770 101706 Dos Reis also pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and another girl on a different occasion . Dos Reis had earlier pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and one other girl in a separate incident . +0 1045971 1046014 As previously announced , the final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . +0 2438711 2438762 The Java Enterprise System bundles a slew of Sun software for a yearly subscription of $ 100 per employee . For instance , the core Java Enterprise System will cost $ 100 per employee in the US . +1 3192029 3192176 The memorandum analyzed lawful activities , such as recruiting demonstrators , and illegal activities , such as using fake documentation to get into a secured site . The memo analyzed lawful activities like recruiting demonstrators , as well as illegal activities like using fake documentation to get into a secured site . +1 2694905 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . +1 2578751 2578762 Even when the exchange detected violations , it often failed to take disciplinary action , the SEC said . Even when the exchange detected such violations , it " often failed to take appropriate disciplinary actions " against individuals or firms . +1 2409831 2409825 United said the new airline will expand next year to 40 Airbus A320 jets , each seating 156 passengers . United said it the new airline use 40 jets , each seating 156 passengers . +1 1584601 1584582 Now they are waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan will try and repair the damage in his testimony to the House next week . Now they were waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan would try to repair the damage done to bond prices in his testimony to the House next week . +1 123259 123215 Medical investigators matched the body 's teeth to Aronov 's dental records this morning , medical examiner 's spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . Investigators matched the dead womans teeth to Aronovs dental records Wednesday morning , medical examiners spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . +1 464934 464508 Joe Nichols captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits " The Impossible " and " Brokenheartedsville . " Joe Nichols , who is touring with Jackson , captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits The Impossible and Brokenheartedsville . +1 1404563 1404480 They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared with 5.1 percent taking a placebo . About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . +1 1809427 1809438 The compilers are available in two flavors : the Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + retails for USD $ 399 and is intended for application development use . The compilers are available in two forms : The Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + is available from Intel for $ 399 , and is intended for applications development . +1 1496252 1496053 Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco , Firearms and Explosives said . Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the Lamb Entertainment 's warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the ATF said . +0 1892983 1892817 BA shares were up 0.59 percent at 170 pence in early afternoon trading , slightly outpacing London 's FTSE 100 Index which was up 0.28 percent . BA shares closed down 0.89 percent at 167-1 / 2 pence , slightly lower than London 's FTSE 100 Index which was down 0.28 percent . +1 698940 698952 Martha Stewart shares fell $ 2.03 , about 18 percent , to $ 9.17 and were the NYSE 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell 4.6 percent , or $ 4.04 , to $ 83.38 and was the blue-chip Dow 's biggest percent loser . +1 2977283 2977187 By late Thursday afternoon , Putnam said the U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . Earlier this week , Putnam said the Manhattan U.S. Attorney had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . +1 62677 62780 The shares represent more than half the 115.9 million shares Turner held at the end of April , according to Bloomberg data . The sale represents about 52 per cent of the 115.9 million shares Mr Turner held at the end of April . +1 1980836 1980762 In turn SuSE will license Java 2 Standard Edition while also formalising an existing agreement to distribute Sun 's Java Virtual Machine for running Java applications . Nuremberg , Germany-based SuSE will license Sun 's Java 2 Standard Edition ( J2SE ) and ship Sun 's Java Virtual Machine across its Linux software line . +1 3054567 3054599 Mr. Rush is the only witness to the events in the pilothouse who has spoken to investigators . Rush is the only witness to the wheelhouse events who has spoken with investigators , Weinshall said . +1 2158948 2159004 Geoghan , 68 , was taken to Leominster Hospital , where he was pronounced dead at 1 : 17 p.m. Mr. Geoghan was taken to the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster , Mass . , where he died at 1 : 17 p.m. +1 3099575 3099600 " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising , " said IAB President and CEO Greg Stuart . " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , " Stuart says , " marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising . " +0 1927806 1927828 Rescue and search operation had been going on since the tragedy happened on Thursday night , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . Rescue and search operation was on to find them , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . +0 2632504 2632655 Fidelity Investments , the nation 's largest mutual-fund company , said it received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer 's office regarding its investigation to potential fund-trading abuses . Fidelity Investments has received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer , who is investigating charges of market-timing and late-day trading in the mutual fund industry . +0 558330 558449 " Tony 's not feeling well , " Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said . We 're thrilled to be up 3-2 , ' ' Coach Gregg Popovich said Wednesday . +1 1772514 1772604 Both devices use version 5.2 of the Palm operating system and feature a new design , which resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels around 180 degrees . Both devices use Palm OS 5.2 and feature a completely new form factor that resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels 180 degrees . +1 2794695 2794721 General Myers told reporters that " at first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken " . " At first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken , " said Gen. Richard Myers , chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff . +1 2221459 2221675 Trading volume was incredibly light at 500.22 million shares , below an already thin 611.45 million exchanged at the same point Thursday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . +0 1749694 1750057 Officials with the rebel group Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy could not be reached for comment Saturday . The main rebel force , the Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy , fears a peacekeeping force could bolster Taylor . +1 1258293 1258203 Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's first quarter , although it might explain the drop and quick recovery in sales this quarter . Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's March quarter , although it could explain the drop and quick recovery in sales during the current quarter . +0 91456 91526 " These are defining moments for players and organizations , " Anaheim coach Mike Babcock said . " There are defining moments for players and organizations where you are measured . +0 1662145 1661888 He led Philippine police to a tonne of TNT that officials say was intended for planned attacks in Singapore on Western targets , including US and Australian diplomatic posts . He led Philippine police to a ton of TNT officials say was intended for attacks on Western targets in Singapore , including the US Embassy . +1 3385298 3385192 They did not nationalize them , " Manouchehr Takin , an analyst at the Center for Global Energy Studies in London , said . They did not nationalize them , " said Manouchehr Takin of the Center for Global Energy Studies . +1 2525175 2525241 Since both companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely the two signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period of time . Because the companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely they signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period . +1 1497386 1497195 The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa opened its doors a day early . The dice are rolling at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa . +1 3372938 3372948 BioReliance 's stock closed down 2 cents yesterday at $ 47.98 per share . Shares of BioReliance sold at $ 47.98 at the close of market yesterday , down 2 cents . +1 2328433 2328183 In 2001 , Evan helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student shot and killed by a teen gang member , said Alexis Lukas , the program supervisor . In 2001 , Nash helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student who was fatally shot by a 14-year-old gang member , program supervisor Alexis Lukas said . +1 1438024 1437790 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . The Standard and Poor 's 500-stock index , a broad collection of equities representing leading companies , finished its best quarter yesterday since the last three months of 1998 . +1 986931 986600 The draft statement said progress on the nuclear issue and the pending trade deal were " interdependent , indissociable and mutually reinforcing elements " . They said progress towards resolving the nuclear issue and progress in the trade talks were " interdependent , essential and mutually reinforcing elements of EU-Iran relations " . +1 1338 1768 The S & P 500 finished 13.78 points higher at 930.08 , or 1.5 per cent , the highest level since January 14 . The S & P rose 13.78 , or 1.5 percent , to 930.08 , the best level since Jan. 14 . +1 539376 539602 The Qantas colleagues were last night in a serious but stable condition after being rushed to Royal Melbourne Hospital . The two flight attendants were in a serious but stable condition last night after being rushed to the Royal Melbourne Hospital . +1 2051717 2051635 The trial , featuring 125 witnesses , could continue until the start of 2004 . The trial , which could last until early 2004 , is expected to hear the first of 125 witnesses Friday . +1 3277340 3277316 But price declines have remained below 30 percent , year over year , for the last two quarters , said IDC analyst John McArthur . McArthur told internetnews.com price declines have moderated and remained below 30 percent from the previous year for the last two quarters . +1 349539 349129 The previous weekend record for an R-rated film was $ 58 million for " Hannibal . " The previous biggest R rated opening was " Hannibal 's " $ 58 million . +1 840212 840236 The second rover is scheduled for launch later this month , and both vehicles are expected to arrive at Mars in January . The second rover is scheduled for launch on June 25 and both will arrive at Mars in January . +1 361380 361266 The per-share earnings were 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . +1 1012958 1013020 The Sars illness , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan , and economic uncertainty in Europe and the US have depressed air travel . The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and economic uncertainty in Europe and America have depressed air travel . +1 392504 392701 The 2002 second quarter results don 't include figures from our friends at Compaq . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . +1 2338968 2339109 A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . SACRAMENTO A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . +1 2635882 2636067 A man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , ``tried to go back in and get the rest of them but the smoke wouldn 't let him , ' ' she said . She said another man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , " tried to go back in ... but the smoke wouldn 't let him . " +0 1455299 1455540 Defense lawyers had said a change of venue was needed because massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . Defense lawyers had requested a change of venue for two reasons : They argued that massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . +1 3313491 3313751 WHO spokeswoman Maria Cheng agreed , saying : " It looks very much like an isolated event . " " It looks very much like an isolated event , " World Health Organization spokeswoman Maria Cheng said . +1 2889534 2889485 The GAO found cable rates have increased 40 percent over the past five years , versus 12 percent inflation during the period . The GAO found that cable rates have increased by 40 percent during the past five years , far above the 12 percent inflation in that period . +1 2266154 2266086 The stock has risen 44 cents in recent days . The stock had risen 44 cents in the past four trading sessions . +0 1534981 1534961 Dowdell was transported to Boston Medical Center with nonlife-threatening injuries . Both were taken to Boston Medical Center . +1 3453247 3452798 GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . Georgia Bureau of Investigation spokesman John Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " +1 2045019 2045249 Sen. Charles Schumer , D-N.Y. , sent a letter to President Bush Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . Sen. Charles Schumer ( D-N.Y. ) , a supporter of Boxer 's bill , sent a letter to President Bush on Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . +1 2126941 2126894 The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . The Rev. Christopher Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , did not immediately return several calls seeking comment . +0 2690379 2690520 He was sentenced in June to more than seven years in prison for securities fraud , perjury and other crimes . He was sentenced to more than seven years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including securities fraud . +1 2950570 2950537 They looked at their son-in-law and his relatives , but did not exchange words . She looked at her son-in-law and his relatives at times , but the two sides did not exchange words . +0 1656916 1656909 The woman felt threatened and reported the incident to police , and around 2 : 30 p.m. Stackhouse was arrested . The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . +0 2151922 2151544 Maurice Greene advanced to the semifinals of the 100-meter dash at the World Track and Field Championships . Rogge was a witness to Drummond 's tantrums Sunday at the World Track and Field Championships . +0 2082955 2082880 Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 with 85-mph wind . Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 , classified as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph . +1 2429805 2429675 Two brothers who were among seven Portland suspects accused of aiding terrorists have decided to plead guilty to conspiring to aid al-Qaida and the Taliban , officials said Wednesday . Two brothers who were among seven people accused of aiding terrorists pleaded guilty yesterday to charges of conspiring to help Al Qaeda and the Taliban during the war in Afghanistan . +1 1263107 1263625 Media giant Vivendi Universal EAUG.PA V.N set to work sifting through bids for its U.S. entertainment empire on Monday in a multibillion-dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . +1 1196763 1196698 Like Viacom , GE -- parent of NBC -- is also seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared to the likes of Bronfman or Davis . Like Viacom , General Electric is seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared with Bronfman or Davis . +0 1277805 1277554 He was revived but was pronounced dead at Virginia Medical Center in Arlington . He was declared dead on arrival at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington at 9 : 13 a.m. +1 202294 202143 The proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading 33 pages of documents outlining allegations against him . Proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading a 33-page accusation letter to the court . +1 2865933 2865910 He urged the US to provide clear rules on what would happen at possible trials . Government sources said Mr Howard urged the US to provide clear rules governing any potential trials . +1 2635067 2635269 Scruggs , who did not testify , was cleared of a second charge of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . The six-member jury cleared Scruggs of a second charge that accused her of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . +1 164331 164305 The rebels suspended peace talks with the government April 21 citing a lack of progress . The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam suspended peace talks April 21 citing a lack of progress . +1 3015455 3015474 " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me , " Nancy Reagan said in a statement to Fox News Channel last week . Nancy Reagan issued a statement last week to the Fox News Channel saying , " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me . +1 1137117 1137134 As you know , East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past . " " East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past , " said State Department spokesman Philip Reeker . +1 2854483 2854528 People who have this disorder absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . Haemochromatosis is a disorder in which people absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . +1 486096 486255 Although deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , the Beatles popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock music . Although the Beatles were deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , their popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock groups . +1 1619275 1619419 Mr. Berg says in an advertisement for it , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " In an advertisement for the book , Berg says , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " +0 18720 18757 Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . LendingTree shares rose 43 percent , or $ 6.31 , to $ 21 , more than doubling in the last two months . +1 2529776 2529858 He said the district had been waiting for the subpoenas and had always planned to comply once it received them . Mr. Caramore said the district waited for the subpoenas and planned to cooperate with the investigation . +1 3185752 3185722 In their study , researchers tested the hearing of 479 men between 20 and 64 years old who were exposed to noise in their jobs . Barrenas 's team tested the hearing of 479 men , aged 20 to 64 , who were exposed to noise in their jobs . +0 3214298 3214269 In May 2002 , Malikah Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn for more than $ 20 million in damages after the MTA objected to their headdresses . In May , Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn that seeks more than $ 20 million in damages , Hart said . +1 2511546 2511573 " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " Levi Strauss Chief Executive Officer Phil Marineau said in a statement . " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " said Phil Marineau , the chief executive . +1 1123031 1122968 In Nigeria alone , the report said , as many as 1 million women may be living with the condition . In Nigeria alone , the report estimated that between 100,000 and 1 million girls and women are suffering from the condition . +1 1944746 1944634 Global HRT sales , which are dominated by Wyeth of the US , were worth $ 3.8bn in 2001 , according to Data- monitor , the London-based market research company . Global HRT sales were worth $ 3.8bn ( 2.4bn ) in 2001 , according to Datamonitor , the London-based market research company . +1 121273 121431 The migrants were first spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two small patrol boats were sent to the area , Doss said . The Cubans were spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two vessels were sent out to the area , Petty Officer Ryan Doss said . +0 2453201 2452916 Dunlap won both the swimsuit competition and the talent portion of the competition , singing " If I Could . " She won the talent portion singing " If I Could " and also won in evening wear . +1 2995266 2994938 " I don 't want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " said Missouri Congressman Dick Gephardt . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told the Register . +1 3423206 3423272 Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates this market will total $ 12 billion in 2004 . Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates that the Gigabit Ethernet switch market will total about US $ 12 billion in 2004 . +1 152254 151884 Robbins said he wants to take any network like ESPN that charges more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make those optional choices for consumers to buy . Robbins said he wants to take networks such as ESPN that charge more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make them optional choices . +1 371171 370953 Fourteen of those infected passengers sat within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , said Mike Ryan , WHO 's global coordinator for anti-SARS efforts . Of those , 14 were passengers sitting within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , Ryan said . +0 222561 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped 89 cents , or 16 percent , to $ 4.60 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 1702240 1702219 It names Shelley , Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters Conny McCormack , and registrars in Orange and San Diego counties as defendants . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . +1 1715420 1715441 He reiterated Schroder 's statement last week that Berlin would consider sending peacekeepers to Iraq only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations under a U.N. mandate . German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said last week that Berlin will consider sending peacekeepers only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations . +1 1269300 1269572 The four were remanded in custody and will appear before the magistrate 's court again on July 8 . The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . +1 1355730 1355910 Four years ago , Nike was sued in state court by California activist Marc Kasky under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . Four years ago , California activist Marc Kasky sued Nike under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . +1 2117321 2117259 At one of the three sampling sites at Huntington Beach , the bacteria reading came back at 160 on June 16 and at 120 on June 23 . The readings came back at 160 on June 16 and 120 at June 23 at one of three sampling sites at Huntington Beach . +1 3187659 3187625 " This will put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said Friday during a roundtable discussion with reporters at NASA headquarters . " This is going to put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said during a breakfast with reporters . +1 2969732 2969833 The next court session will be when the three-judge tribunal announces its verdict in mid-February . The court 's three-judge tribunal was expected to give its verdict next February . +1 2662654 2662740 Microsoft has won a patent for an instant messaging feature that notifies users when the person they are communicating with is typing a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . +0 920072 920500 Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.49 , to $ 50.01 , on the New York Stock Exchange after official acknowledgment of the criminal investigation . Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.50 on Wednesday , to close at $ 50 on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 349049 349540 X2 took in $ 17.1 million for a total three-week take of $ 174 million . Elsewhere in theaters this weekend , " X2 " earned $ 17.1 million to raise its three-week total to $ 174 million . +1 2514532 2514516 Four other men who were also charged in June have already pleaded guilty . Four of the defendants have pleaded guilty to weapons charges and other counts . +1 228848 228809 But its most popular comedy , Friends , is going into its last season . But its most popular comedy , Friends , will sign off after a two-hour finale next May . +0 572517 572552 He was arrested Tuesday night at a northwest Atlanta tire shop after a national manhunt . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . +1 2886301 2886361 NASA satellite images show that Arctic ice has been shrinking at the rate of nearly 10 percent a decade . Researchers found that sea ice in the Arctic is disappearing at a rate of 9 percent each decade . +1 2134174 2133850 The Lockheed Martin-built SIRTF is the last of NASA 's Hubble-class " Great Observatories . " SIRTF is the last of NASA 's so-called Great Observatories . +1 1464992 1465145 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the Northfield-based company . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . +1 1033210 1033371 Sgt. Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because Reed was jaywalking . Sergeant Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because the victim had been jaywalking . +0 1487245 1487166 I loved the Brazilian music I played . " I 've played Brazilian music , but I 'm not Brazilian . +1 1997704 1997857 The book , scheduled for release next month , is described by Franken as a criticism of right-wing leaders and media spokesmen . The book , scheduled for publication next month , has been described by Franken as a criticism of right wing leaders and media spokespeople . +1 1758028 1758256 Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the thefts of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . +1 2566398 2566564 The affidavit said British customs officials stopped al-Amoudi at Heathrow Airport last month when he was attempting to travel to Damascus , Syria . The affidavit says al-Amoudi was detained Aug. 16 attempting to travel from London to Damascus , Syria . +1 3409469 3409439 " New " farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for " protection " but former farmers say the packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . Farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for protection , although some packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . +1 3364087 3364117 Albertson 's and Kroger 's Ralphs stores locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . +1 1715922 1715771 The decision means that Qarase must invite up to eight Labor Party members into cabinet . Mr Qarase must now invite up to eight Labour Party members into cabinet . +1 992373 992505 " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.5 million jobs in America , " said the senator , a much-decorated Vietnam War veteran . " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.7 million jobs in America , " Kerry said . +1 20674 20598 Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2-million in fiscal 2003 . Dell made $ 950,000 in salary and nearly $ 2.5 million in bonus pay during the fiscal year . +1 2961847 2961942 As part of his deal , Mr. Delainey has agreed to cooperate in the continuing investigation . Dave Delainey agreed to cooperate with federal prosecutors in exchange for the plea . +1 1273812 1273622 The United States accuses Saddam loyalists of attacks on oilfields and pipelines crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . Loyalists are also believed to be behind attacks on oil pipelines and fields that are crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . +1 3243255 3243288 Mall operators and retailers reported fewer people camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although many parking lots were crowded by early afternoon . Mall operators and retailers reported fewer shoppers camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although parking lots were beginning to fill at some East Coast shopping centers . +1 1749177 1749195 Josephine Burke , who ran the unlicensed daycare , eventually served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child neglect charges . Josephine Burke , who ran the illegal day care , served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child-neglect charges . +0 2996144 2996097 Bob Schindler : That 's correct , and the strategy behind that is , we wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from . " We wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from , " said Robert Schindler . +0 3042512 3042476 Judge Philpot told Dica : " There is no evidence of your remorse . A judge branded Mohammed Dica 's behaviour " despicable " and added : " There is no evidence of your remorse . " +0 462816 462552 Earlier Friday , Taiwan reported 55 new cases but no new deaths . Yesterday , Taiwan reported 65 new cases , its biggest one-day increase yet . +1 2550399 2550236 Hedge funds came under renewed scrutiny recently when New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer unveiled a probe of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . The industry came under renewed scrutiny recently with the launch by New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer of an investigation of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . +1 1707031 1707102 Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . Operating revenues were down about 1 percent to $ 4.55 billion , from $ 4.59 billion . +0 1792412 1792293 As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia " and sang snippets of her songs . As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia . " +0 2643487 2643530 In 2001 , 8.4 per cent of six-year-olds and 15 per cent of 15-year-olds were obese . One in seven 15-year-olds and nearly one in 10 six-year-olds are obese . +0 1056720 1056700 Most of the alleged spammers engaged in fraudulent or deceptive practices , said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior VP and general counsel . " Spam knows no borders , " said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior vice-president and general counsel . +1 2323107 2323116 Since December 2002 , Evans has been the vice chair of the U.S. Chief Information Officers Council . Evans is also the vice-chairman of the Federal Chief Information Officers Council . +0 2631000 2630970 Companies that fall under that definition are subject to much less stringent regulation . Phone companies , which have argued that DSL should be subject to less regulation , had mixed reaction . +1 1455072 1454998 Many of the countries affected , like Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to the Western Hemisphere . Many of the affected countries , such as Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to this hemisphere . +1 724286 724433 The huge bottom-line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion pound assets writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . The huge bottom line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion-pound asset writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . +0 809904 810197 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . Police have arrested a " potential suspect " in the abduction of 9-year-old Jennette Tamayo , San Jose Police Chief William Lansdowne said Monday . +1 901129 901115 BOCHK chief executive Liu Jinbao was transferred abruptly to Beijing last month . He was chief executive of BOCHK until he was suddenly recalled to Beijing last month . +1 57272 57252 In case the company does not turn in the reports before the end of May , it is likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . If the company did not turn in the results before the end of May , it was likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . +1 2529315 2529412 Watson , of Whitakers , N.C. , was found guilty of making a false threat to detonate explosives , and destruction of federal property . Dwight Watson , 50 , was convicted of making a false threat to detonate explosives and of destroying federal property . +1 2792426 2792528 " The gloves are off , " said UNIFI official Rob O 'Neill . Unifi official Rob O 'Neill said : " The gloves are off . +1 3295420 3295389 It 's one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . Giving up half the duties is one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . +1 2515695 2515725 His harsh criticism of PLO chairman Yasser Arafat led to his books being banned for a time by the Palestinian Authority . His harsh criticism of the PLO 's chairman , Yasser Arafat , saw the Palestinian Authority ban his books for a time . +0 1467048 1466992 The 2000 Democratic platform supported " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families in the life of the nation . " The Democrat 's 2000 platform didn 't explicitly support gay marriages but backed " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families into the life of the nation . " +1 2515275 2515371 " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the [ touch-screen ] machines for the 2004 presidential primary , " said Gilles W. Burger , State Board of Elections chairman . " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the revised Diebold machines , " said Gilles W. Burger , chairman of the Maryland State Board of Elections . +0 2646742 2646642 He has a preliminary hearing Thursday to determine whether he 'll stand trial . The question is whether there will be a hearing to determine if Bryant will stand trial . +1 2848296 2848358 " They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous , " said the Oscar-winning film director . He said : “ They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous . +1 1868925 1869072 WorldCom , brought down by an $ 11 billion accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . WorldCom , decimated by a massive accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . +1 2422440 2422460 Launched from the space shuttle Atlantis in 1989 , Galileo will have travelled about 4.6 billion kilometres by the time it hits Jupiter . Launched from space shuttle Atlantis ( news - web sites ) in 1989 , Galileo will have traveled about 2.8 billion miles by the time it hits Jupiter . +0 125211 125001 Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or stricter bans . Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . +0 1122252 1122290 Both papers are being published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . The study appears today in the New England Journal of Medicine . +1 2706273 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but state trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . +1 2095729 2095799 The US investment bank said : " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . +1 381280 381254 Available in June , Bare Metal Restore 4.6 costs $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client for new customers . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . +0 2053014 2053108 Both Estrada and Honasan have denied any involvement in the failed military rebellion . Mr Estrada has denied any involvement in the plot . +1 543300 543242 But the country is scrambling to prevent it spreading to the vast countryside where most of its 1.3 billion people live . China is scrambling to stop the disease from spreading to the countryside , where most of its 1.3 billion people live . +1 2240263 2240744 But labor leaders said it was often difficult for these Americans to join a union because many employers fought organizing efforts . But labor leaders say it is often hard for these people to join a union because many employers aggressively fight organizing efforts . +0 3294412 3294375 Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries , " he said . Before the commitee was formed , Mr Howard was defiant , saying Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries " . +1 212885 212588 The Democratic primary results have a margin of error of plus or minus 6.1 percentage points . The Democratic sample has an error margin of plus or minus 6.1 percent . +0 1851865 1851822 Advertising revenue at the FT newspaper was down 18 percent in the first half and circulation was down 5 percent . Advertising revenue at the Financial Times was down about 18 percent in the first half and recent months have seen little improvement . +1 1477526 1477562 " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 , " said a statement by Michael A. Cardozo , the city 's corporation counsel . He added that : " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 . " +1 2063290 2063193 Samuel Waksal , ImClone 's former CEO , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years for securities fraud . Waksal , who pleaded guilty to securities fraud charges , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years . +1 185327 185283 Scotland Yard said the three were charged under the Anti-Terrorism , Crime and Security Act 2001 , with alleged failure to disclose information about acts of terrorism . Scotland Yard said in a statement it had charged a 46-year-old man and two women aged 27 and 35 with failing to disclose information about acts of terrorism . +1 1380723 1380525 In Virginia , Mr. Kilgore , a Republican , accused the court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens . " The Virginia attorney-general , Jerry Kilgore , accused the Supreme Court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens " . +1 2827562 2827543 The deal will combine Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with IBM 's DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products . Big Blue will integrate Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with its DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products designed for businesses . +1 156755 156708 The research is set to change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . Now research by Melbourne 's Alfred Hospital will change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . +1 349160 349058 Spider-Man snatched $ 114.7 million in its debut last year and went on to capture $ 403.7 million . Spider-Man , rated PG-13 , snatched $ 114.7 million in its first weekend and went on to take in $ 403.7 million . +1 314162 314661 In Las Vegas , agents entered two clubs — Cheetah 's and Jaguars — along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar and pool hall in downtown Las Vegas . In Las Vegas , federal agents stormed two clubs - Cheetah 's and Jaguars - along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar in downtown . +0 2371383 2371261 The announcements were made at the International Broadcasting Convention ( IBC ) in Amsterdam . The submission was on Monday , but the announcement was made Friday at the International Broadcasting Convention in Amsterdam . +1 3444065 3444032 Because of the holiday period , the agency will not release data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . Because of the holidays , CDC is not releasing data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . +1 654227 654356 IBM said it believes that the investigation arose from a separate SEC investigation of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit , which markets and sells point-of-sale products . The company added : " IBM believes that the investigation arises from a separate investigation by the SEC of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit . +1 2992682 2992869 " I think the financial diplomacy here of the sort that we are engaged in is the surest course to get the result we want . " " The financial diplomacy we 're engaged in is the surest course to get what we want , " Mr. Snow said . +1 3036166 3036117 " No , what I do is I answer questions as to whether or not the help that is available is being delivered , " Bush said . " Now I want to know whether or not the help that is available is being expedited and made available . +1 2009633 2008963 Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . Since then , Texas Gov. Rick Perry has called two special sessions trying to push the measure through . +0 392080 392190 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 4.95 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,486.14 . The more broadly based Nasdaq Telecommunications Index rose 0.7 percent . +1 2491734 2491748 " The difference is just something called the tuner , which is a very small piece of equipment . " The only difference is a tuner , a small piece of electronics . " +1 450437 450533 When the butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly towards the sun , presumably because they no longer had any sense of time . And when butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly toward the sun , apparently having lost their sense of time . +1 1793609 1793547 They said he organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . Agents described Carlow , 50 , as a " major player ' ' who organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . +1 670712 670500 In addition , David Jones will pay him $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain leases . DJs will pay homewares and furniture group Freedom $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain store leases . +0 1705277 1704990 Indeed , Mr. Weill , a self-described workaholic , said he planned to remain very involved in the company . Still , Mr. Weill will remain very much a power at the company . +1 1590753 1590946 Tisha Kresler , a spokeswoman for Global Crossing , declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . +0 1688452 1688470 The agreement between architect Daniel Libeskind and representatives of developer Larry Silverstein gives architect David Childs the lead role in developing the " Freedom Tower . " The collaboration gives architect David Childs , who has done extensive work with Silverstein , the lead role in developing the tower , which is to be the world 's tallest . +1 948905 948771 O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos from spy satellites might have been able to detect the small crack in the wing . O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos would have enough resolution to detect small cracks in the wing panels . +1 692252 692188 Residents forced out of their homes on Sunday returned Monday , many to floods in their basements or lower floors . Residents of 220 homes forced out of their houses Sunday returned Monday , many to flooded basements or lower floors . +1 545646 545773 Initial reports indicated the shots had been fired from inside a mosque . According to Central Command 's initial reports , the attackers fired from a mosque in the city . +1 2934300 2934243 Last week , the executive committee of the Board of Trustees issued a no-confidence vote in Goldin . But last week the executive committee of the board of trustees gave him a vote of no confidence . +0 1141068 1141051 Mahmud controlled access to Saddam for everyone but immediate family members , Pentagon officials said . Mahmud controlled access to Saddam and was frequently at his side . +1 127940 127709 Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and also a member of the management board of DaimlerChrysler , said both EPI and Pratt & Whitney had presented " excellent proposals . Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and a member of DaimlerChrysler 's management board , said EPI and P & W had presented " excellent proposals . +1 467443 467517 The TAAD and SAR-x chips are priced from $ 125 to $ 300 in quantities of 10,000 . The products are priced at $ 575 and $ 295 in quantities of 10,000 . +1 1489846 1489778 The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are published in the July 1st issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . +1 146291 146112 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . +1 216483 216440 D 'Cunha said , from a science standpoint , Toronto 's last case was April 19 , so the all-clear day was actually yesterday . He said , from a science standpoint , the city 's last case was April 19 , so the all clear day was actually yesterday . +0 2498626 2498602 Mike Austreng , editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded student taken from the school by helicopter . Mike Austreng , the editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded person airlifted from the school and another taken away by ambulance . +1 347634 347652 They describe themselves as " lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco " . The journal says : " Both are lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco . " +1 3444814 3444661 A photograph of the doctor 's son , Ariel , holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . +1 3449037 3449133 Inamed shares closed down nearly 12 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . Inamed shares dropped as much as about 16 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . +0 745879 746177 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 21.35 points , or 1.33 percent , to 1,624.91 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . +1 586478 586493 Before completion , the group will take surplus cash of 16.5m from TCG to reduce its net borrowings . Prior to completion , CCG said it will also extract surplus cash of $ 27 million to reduce net borrowings . +1 3383800 3384248 Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights -- including seats on other airlines -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . +1 2139532 2139550 " Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO & President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " said Falcon in a statement . Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO and President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " Falcon said . +0 453142 453099 For the year , Marvell expects revenue of $ 760 million to $ 790 million . Marvell Technology also reported revenue of $ 168.3 million , exceeding the First Call estimate of $ 162.6 million . +1 1465018 1465168 In trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Kraft shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 . Kraft 's shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 1353169 1353351 The European Union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 ; the United States is now demanding that the EU end its ban . The union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 after many consumers feared health risks . +1 1787617 1787556 Stealing identities and credit card numbers with bogus e-mail and websites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned Monday . Stealing identities and credit-card numbers with bogus e-mail and Web sites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned yesterday . +1 2268394 2268584 He was listed last night in critical but stable condition at Kings County Hospital Center , police said . That victim , a New Jersey resident , was in critical but stable condition at the hospital . +1 240387 240350 Investigators have meticulously looked into virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , Campbell has acknowledged . Investigators continue to probe virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , the former mayor has said . +1 3372296 3372332 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , advanced services lines of all technology types increased by 56 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . +1 1973651 1973712 On Sunday August 3 , the House of Deputies voted nearly 2-1 in favor of the Reverend Gene Robinson of New Hampshire . On Tuesday in Minneapolis , the House of Bishops gave final approval on a 62-43 vote for the Rev. V. Gene Robinson of New Hampshire to become bishop . +1 338398 338968 Federal officials gave the DPS officer an FAA number to call to initiate lost-aircraft procedures . Federal officials then gave the Texas DPS officer a number to call at the FAA to initiate lost aircraft procedures . +1 2731394 2731255 After 26 hours of surgery and a year of anticipation , the boys were separated Sunday at Children 's Medical Center of Dallas . Two-year-old Egyptian twin boys , born with their heads conjoined , have been separated after 26 hours of surgery at the Children 's Medical Centre in Dallas . +1 1390978 1391163 But the settlement also defers any payment to investors , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . Any payment to investors will be delayed , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . +1 2959224 2959270 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " SCO Group said in an answer filed to an IBM court filing . " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " states SCO in documents filed with the U.S. District Court for Utah . +0 1378255 1377995 The Nasdaq composite index dropped 33.90 , or 2.1 percent , to 1,610.82 , having risen 1.1 percent last week . The Nasdaq composite index rose 16.74 , or 1 percent , to 1,650.75 . +0 2372859 2372881 Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 4.6 percent after raising its targets for chip sales on Friday . Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 3.8 percent after saying on Friday it was seeing positive developments with its U.S. dollar sales . +1 3393882 3393858 Police searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday , and prosecutors had sought to interrogate him that day only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . Magistrates searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday and tried to question him the same day , only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . +1 237165 236886 The rule bars groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . It upheld fallback rules that bar the same groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . +1 2277401 2277378 Last year , Cuban officials said none of nearly two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas on time to attend the Grammys in Los Angeles . Cuban officials said that last year none of about two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas in time to attend the Latin Grammys . +1 2254641 2254589 The 244th Engineer Battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , the military said . The battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , military officials told The Associated Press . +1 781342 781555 Xerox shares closed at $ 11.45 , up 2 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . Xerox shares rose 2 cents to close at $ 11.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 2396342 2396238 It may suggest that the exchange give up its regulatory powers . It has no jurisdiction over his pay but does oversee the exchange 's regulatory powers . +1 354039 353906 At midday Saturday , automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiyah neighborhood , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . Automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiya neighborhood at midday today , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . +1 2815623 2815848 Southwest , the largest U.S. discount airline , said Friday that inspections of its fleet of 385 planes had found no additional items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . +0 1708629 1708560 The vulnerability affects Windows NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , XP and 2000 , as well as Windows Server 2003 . Microsoft issued a patch for the vulnerability , which affects Windows NT 4.0 , Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . +0 3065731 3065834 The FBI later learned that two of the hijackers had lived near Awadallah in San Diego . The government charged that Awadallah knew both hijackers when they lived in the San Diego area . +0 749633 749912 " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " He urged employees to " avoid complacency " and to " change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " +0 1466172 1466251 The panel said some of NASA 's cameras were obsolete and others no longer have a good view , because of civilian buildings built near them . Others no longer have a good view , it said , because of civilian buildings built near them . +1 701402 701449 Both companies automate many channels , though XM has some live programming , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . Both companies automate many channels , although XM has some live programming anchored by disc jockeys who can field requests , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . +1 3076578 3076653 The national denomination of the Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the American branch of the worldwide Anglican Communion , which has 77 million adherents . +1 358546 358608 That means that if the planet is in a season , it will continue to brighten for the next 20 years . If what scientists are observing is truly seasonal change , the planet will continue to brighten for another 20 years . +1 1194276 1193886 Neighboring Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hopes that Massachusetts ' supreme court will take a similar step soon . Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hope that Massachusetts ' high court will take a similar step within a few weeks . +1 2383845 2383877 Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI was up 0.1 percent last month , compared to a rise of 0.2 percent in July . Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI is seen rising 0.2 percent , matching the July figure . +1 1777871 1777960 The matriarch - who celebrates her 81st birthday next month - was yesterday thanked for her generosity by model and actor Sarah O 'Hare , the National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . The matriarch , who celebrates her 81st birthday next month , was thanked personally yesterday for her generosity by actress Sarah O 'Hare , National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . +1 2290718 2290988 The researchers at Imperial College London had previously shown that the hormone could suppress the appetites of lean people . Bloom and his colleagues had previously shown that the hormone , PYY3-36 , could curb the appetites of lean people . +1 3046158 3046275 Voyager 2 , also launched in 1977 , lags some 1.6 billion miles behind Voyager 1 . Voyager 1 was launched on September 5 , 1977 , 16 days after its companion , Voyager 2 . +1 3015236 3015328 The film stars James Brolin as Mr. Reagan and Judy Davis as Mrs. Reagan . Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . +0 405201 405182 Wind River also cut costs , reducing first-quarter operating expenses by 28 percent to $ 47.1 million . Operating expenses fell 28 percent to $ 47.1 million in the first quarter from $ 65.8 million a year earlier . +1 2164195 2164454 But Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi in connection with previous bombings in India . Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi for past bombings . +1 2501607 2501591 A federal judge yesterday disconnected a new national " do-not-call " list , just days before it was to take effect , saying the agency that created it lacked the authority . A federal judge yesterday struck down the national do-not-call registry slated to take effect Oct. 1 , ruling the Federal Trade Commission had no authority to create the list . +1 1571089 1571025 The U.S. Conference Board said its latest measure of business confidence hit 60 after falling to 53 in its first quarter survey . The Conference Board said its measure of business confidence , which had fallen to 53 in the first quarter of 2003 , improved to 60 in the most recent second quarter . +0 921805 921755 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.69 points , or 0.98 percent , at 994.53 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > gained 18.35 points , or 1.13 percent , to 1,646.02 . +1 2338980 2338968 A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . +1 3332052 3331940 New York City will get an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the bonuses this year , compared with last year 's $ 125.4 million . New York City will collect an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the 2003 bonuses , compared with the $ 125.4 million it collected in 2002 . +1 1953719 1953643 Under state law , DeVries must be released to the jurisdiction in which he was convicted . Under state policy , DeVries was to be returned to San Jose , where he was last convicted . +1 1308432 1308295 Whitney said officials evacuated a YMCA camp that had been scheduled to host 250 people beginning Sunday . Whitney said officials evacuated a camp where 250 people were expected to arrive Sunday . +1 3335514 3335455 AN inquest into the car crash that killed Princess Diana will be held January 6 , the royal family 's coroner announced overnight . Inquests into the deaths of Diana , Princess of Wales and Dodi Fayed will be formally opened in the New Year , the Royal Family 's coroner announced yesterday . +1 1424734 1424584 United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan suggested on Monday that the United States should lead a multinational force to stop fighting between government forces and rebels in Liberia . U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Saturday called for the urgent dispatch of a multinational force to Liberia to halt fighting between government and rebel forces that has killed hundreds . +0 750991 751125 Chairman Michael Powell and FCC colleagues at the Wednesday hearing . FCC chief Michael Powell presides over hearing Monday . +0 773545 773722 MessageLabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , said it had filtered out 27,000 infected e-mails in 115 countries as of Thursday morning . Messagelabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , has labeled the worm " high risk " and reports more than 31,000 infections in 120 countries . +0 582699 582690 " We think it 's great news , " Enron spokesman Eric Thode said . Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . +0 381394 381254 Veritas said new customers can buy Bare Metal Restore for $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . +0 350042 350051 Officials at Microsoft and Lindon , Utah-based SCO couldn 't be immediately reached for comment . Microsoft in Europe could not be immediately reached for comment . +1 2763475 2763440 They did so after her feeding tube was removed this afternoon , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . They did visit after her feeding tube had been removed , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Roman Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . +1 3437671 3437440 He is expected to ask banks for around € 50m this week to keep the company afloat . He is expected to ask for a lifeline of around € 50m to pay suppliers and keep the company afloat . +1 327456 327366 Economists said that raised the odds of a rate cut at the Fed 's next meeting on June 24-25 . Economists said those concerns raised the odds that the Fed might reduce rates at its next meeting on June 24-25 . +1 3255139 3255157 The company had an operating loss of $ 56.7 million in the first half of 2003 . In the first half of this year , the company lost $ 56.7 million . +0 1798982 1799475 She has a boyfriend , too , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family Tuesday . She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . +1 607991 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . +0 582690 582670 Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . " We think it 's great news , " said Enron spokesman Eric Thode . +1 1794122 1794228 " In 1980 , 6 % of children aged six to 18 were overweight , " he said . From 1976 to 1980 , it said , 6 percent of children ages 6 to 18 were overweight . +1 737789 737933 He could get six to seven years in prison , plus fines . The charges carry up to 25 years in prison and $ 1.25 million in fines . +1 3277346 3277330 In the total external disk storage system market , revenue increased 1.5 percent year over year in the third quarter , to $ 3.2 billion . In the total external disk storage system market , McArthur said revenue increased 1.5 percent year-over-year in Q3 to $ 3.2 billion . +1 1583456 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . +1 3159648 3159697 An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by an eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , researchers have found . An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by a maddening eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , doctors reported on Saturday . +0 795984 795913 The legislation , which now goes to the full House , would amend the state 's 1988 corporate takeover law . The state House on Thursday approved legislation intended to clarify Michigan 's corporate takeover law . +0 3075693 3075784 They said the child was taken to Nassau County Medical Center for observation . The boy was taken to Nassau University Medical Center , where staff said he was " doing okay . " +1 3085147 3085018 The airline said the results showed that its recovery programme and other initiatives were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . It said today ’ s results showed that programme and other measures were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . +0 1279909 1279881 In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 34 points to 9,107 , while the Nasdaq composite index rose 2 points to 1,612 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . +1 2319051 2319099 The seven other nations in the initiative are Britain , Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal and Spain . Other nations involved in the PSI include Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal , Spain and Britain . +1 1653312 1653243 " Accusations of improper activity are as false today as they were when the Democrats first made them , " Grella said . Accusations of improper activity are as false today as when the Democrats first made them . " +0 487931 488007 The euro was at 1.5276 versus the Swiss franc , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . +1 1257237 1257412 The Aspen fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by Monday on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . +1 666384 666485 The court on Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . +1 838787 838830 In 1999 , Mauritania became only the third Arab League state to establish full diplomatic relations with the Jewish state . It is one of only three states in the Arab League to hold full diplomatic relations with Israel . +1 1196004 1196099 Just across a river , St. Joseph has trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beachfront . Less than a mile away , across a river , St. Joseph features trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beach front . +1 2340480 2340449 That client component , the Microsoft Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , is what Microsoft posted for free download Tuesday . Microsoft released Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , the first software client , for free download earlier this week . +1 1799157 1799761 But in Palestine , her rural neighbourhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had nothing but praise for Pte Lynch . In Palestine , a rural neighborhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had effusive praise for Lynch . +1 1387945 1388069 Justices Stephen Breyer , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Anthony Kennedy disagreed . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . +1 2965237 2965069 Cool , moist air moved into Colorado early Thursday and brought precipitation to two wind-whipped wildfires that had forced thousands to flee and threatened several hundred homes . Cool , moist air moved into Colorado overnight , raising hopes for firefighters battling two wind-whipped wildfires that forced thousands to flee and threatened hundreds of homes . +1 347274 347378 The latest outbreak seems to have begun with one of the female patients , a transfer from Jen Chi Hospital in Taipei . The outbreak seems to have begun with one of the roommates , a transfer from Taipei 's Jen Chi Hospital . +1 1724409 1724310 Its second-quarter earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double its prediction in April . But an earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double what Ford had predicted in April . +1 1641154 1641055 The board 's final report , expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the Columbia accident that killed seven astronauts , Gehman said . The board 's final report , which is expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the accident . +1 2840953 2840899 Treasury prices rose slightly , sending the 10-year note yield down to 4.38 percent from 4.39 percent late Friday . Treasury prices gained for the third day in a row , pushing the 10-year note yield down to 4.35 percent from 4.36 percent late Monday . +0 826611 826464 But it is clear that the Joint Intelligence Committee was not involved . This report was cleared by the Joint Intelligence Committee . +1 2000409 2000365 Microsoft acquired Virtual PC when it bought the assets of Connectix earlier this year . Microsoft acquired Virtual PC from its developer , Connectix , earlier this year . +0 983573 983700 PFP Legislator Kao Ming-chien ( ) , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to join the conference , will arrive in Malaysia today . Kao , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to attend the conference , however , was absent from the delegation . +1 2090590 2090456 Earlier , he told France Inter-Radio , " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic . " " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic , " Health Minister Jean-Francois Mattei said on France Inter radio . +0 1268103 1268213 SARS or severe acute respiratory syndrome emerged in November last year . Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome has infected 8459 people , 805 of whom died . +1 1983258 1983180 Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles , publicist Allen Eichhorn said Sunday . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . +1 2475319 2475452 Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . +1 1628189 1628166 He said there was no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card for hotels , motels or other overnight stops . There is no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card at any motel or overnight lodging , he said . +0 2464878 2465098 Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . Officers talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . +0 1513394 1513490 " There are some who feel that if they attack us , we may decide to leave prematurely , " Mr Bush said at the White House . " There are some who feel like conditions are such that they can attack us there , " Bush told reporters at the White House on Wednesday . +0 1686539 1686168 That fire , the largest wildfire in state history , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . +1 1723480 1723289 He listed LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line as toys that were stealing market share . LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line all were stealing market share , he said . +1 2129589 2129472 Bush said that he ordered the Treasury Department to freeze the assets after the suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed 20 people Tuesday . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . +1 2617726 2618287 " A lot of these are made-up stories , " Schwarzenegger told NBC television . " Well , first of all , a lot of these are made up stories , " Mr. Schwarzenegger said . +0 603159 603135 He said that President Bush 's proposed Clean Air Act amendment , called the Clear Skies Initiative , would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . He said that by allowing power companies more flexibility , the Clear Skies Initiative would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . +0 2873361 2873517 Gates dismissed the challenge from open-source programs such as Linux , which is gaining adherents in the public and private sectors . But Gates dismissed the challenge coming from open-source programs , including those written for operating systems such as Linux . +1 655516 655401 The global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the SARS virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll is 770 with more than 8300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . +1 2530067 2530487 Chances were , he said more than a week ago , he would see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . Chances are , he will see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . +0 1947412 1947484 The appeal came as NATO was preparing to the take command of the 5,000 strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) on Monday . The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation on Monday assumes command of the 4.600-strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) which is helping with security and reconstruction in the Afghan capital . +1 69687 69610 Compared with the same quarter last year , Cisco earned $ 729 million , or 10 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.82 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . +1 2852505 2852372 He adds : " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room . " " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room , " Mr Gest says of one incident . +1 2029542 2029603 In the interview , Janet Racicot said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water early Saturday morning . Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . +0 2355787 2356027 After the war she spent three years in custody but tribunals cleared her of any wrongdoing . After the war , she spent three years under Allied arrest . +1 3200940 3201393 Jackson , 45 , posted a $ 3 million bond and returned to Las Vegas , where he is filming a music video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . +1 667124 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " she said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . +1 2213910 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of torture , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . +0 640880 640597 " There 's nothing we can do to stop " the water flow , Stegman said . " Right now , there is nothing we can do , " Stegman said . +1 404585 404787 Mr. Soros branded Mr. Snow 's policy shift a " mistake . " Soros criticised Snow 's policy shift as a " mistake " . +1 1268437 1268577 The Federal Open Market Committee meeting gets under way on Tuesday with a monetary policy decision due on Wednesday . The Federal Open Market Committee will end its two-day policy-setting meeting and announce its decision on Wednesday . +0 2408619 2408559 Late last month Microsoft restricted access to its MSN Messenger network . Microsoft last month said it is updating its MSN Messenger service in October . +1 3407279 3407314 Rashidi Ahmad , 33 , was found dead in his pickup truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , near Franklin Boulevard . Sheriff 's deputies found Ahmad in his truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , just south of the Sacramento city limits along Franklin Boulevard . +0 2784891 2784624 Bolivia 's army fought to stop columns of protesters from streaming into the food-starved capital on Wednesday as a popular uprising against the president spread . Bolivia 's army fought to stop a column of dynamite-wielding miners from streaming into the besieged capital on Wednesday , leaving two dead as a popular uprising against the President spread . +1 231001 231030 Both Mr Blair and Foreign Secretary Jack Straw have denied that Britain had reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . Mr Blair and the Foreign Secretary , Jack Straw , have denied Ms Short 's claims that Britain has reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . +0 2232494 2232543 They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports with the remainder Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . +0 1988217 1988201 Johnson and four other protesters were arrested soon afterward for blocking the roadway , a state misdemeanor . Johnson and four other protesters , ages 69 to 86 , were arrested for blocking the roadway . +1 3438092 3438142 The government has chosen three companies to develop plans to protect commercial aircraft from shoulder-fired missile attacks , homeland security officials announced Tuesday . The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it has selected three companies to continue research into ways to thwart shoulder-fired missile attacks on U.S. commercial aircraft . +1 1466129 1466006 Vivendi argues the agreement had not been approved by the board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances when new CEO Jean-Rene Fourtou took over . Vivendi argues the agreement was not approved by its board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances at the time . +1 2923681 2923670 Two Americans killed in a recent ambush in Afghanistan were contract employees of the CIA , the agency said Tuesday . Two CIA operatives have been killed in an ambush in Afghanistan , the CIA said yesterday . +1 3445922 3445856 Over the weekend , NASA landed a six-wheeled robot on Mars to study the planet . Last Saturday , a six-wheeled robot developed by NASA landed on Mars and began sending back images of the planet . +1 539640 539371 Mr Charlton was in the third aisle when a man in a brown suit raced past him with his hands in the air , armed with the stakes . He said a man in the seventh row in a " brown suit raced past me with his hands raised in the air " armed with sharp stakes . +1 1536566 1536602 On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed another case , this one against Merrill Lynch investors in the firm 's Global Technology Fund . On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed a similar class-action lawsuit filed by investors who lost money in Merrill 's Global Technology fund . +0 3092148 3092128 Overall control will be wielded by a national security council , headed by Mr Arafat . The other six security agencies will report to a National Security Council headed by Arafat . +1 758335 758269 Congress twice passed partial birth bans , but former President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the need for a health exception , vetoed both measures . Congress passed the measure twice and President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the lack of a health exception , vetoed it . +1 1307707 1307622 The Syrian government has said nothing in public about the raid . The Syrian government has had no public reaction to the clash . +1 2483416 2483366 Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other and Hackett had no connection to Colby , Doyle said . State police Lt. Timothy Doyle said Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other , and that Hackett had no connection to the college . +1 2679225 2679025 At another point , Mr. Bush said : " The choice was up to the dictator , and he chose poorly . " The choice was up to the dictator and he chose poorly , " Mr Bush said . +1 2286593 2286504 Two hours earlier , they had recovered the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . Just before dawn Tuesday , searchers found the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . +0 495996 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " +1 2527952 2527760 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 . The median household earned income fell $ 500 over the same period to $ 42,400 . +1 2082070 2081886 President Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " for Americans about the nation 's outdated power grid . President George Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " to modernise the nation 's power-sharing system . +1 3153783 3153726 Eugene Uhl followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . +1 2380521 2380281 The main change , said Jim Walton , CNN 's president , is a fundamental shift in the way CNN collects its news . The main change , said CNN president Jim Walton , was a fundamental shift in the way the network collected its news . +1 1809381 1809368 The federal government intends to introduce legislation later this year that will ban unsolicited commercial e-mail , the Minister for Communications and Information Technology , Senator Richard Alston announced today . Australia will introduce legislation later this year to ban spam , the Minister for Communications , Information Technology and the Arts , Senator Richard Alston , announced today . +1 2635271 2635090 Legal experts said the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . +1 3064953 3064992 Five 17-year-olds have been charged with robbery and impersonating a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . +1 578185 578532 Doctors have speculated that estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . +1 2608381 2608419 They fear the treatment would leave 12-year-old Parker Jensen sterile and stunt his growth . The Jensens have said they fear the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . +1 2637178 2637350 No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . +0 2056695 2056127 Costner plays Charlie Waite , a cowboy with a violent past . In " Open Range , " Costner plays a cowboy who works with cattleman Robert Duvall . +1 2694821 2694682 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh , 52 , said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . +1 3034432 3034387 The Turkish troops also could be targets for attack , the ambassador acknowledged . Turkish troops almost surely would become targets for terrorists , the ambassador said . +0 377408 377367 You can reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or send e-mail to lberman @ detnews.com. You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. +1 2224622 2224687 The indictment ``strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , ' ' said U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . +0 2581013 2580985 Lee , 33 , told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . +1 2204550 2204582 Microsoft presented several options at the meeting , the consortium said in the statement . Microsoft officials presented " several options " it is considering , the W3C posting said . +1 1428181 1428275 About 25 governments have signed in the last four months , about half of those in the last three weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . +1 2439719 2439791 " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said lead director H. Carl McCall in a statement . " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said Carl McCall , the lead director of the NYSE board . +1 3270885 3270862 Some 55 gang members and associates were arrested in a coordinated sweep across the West on Wednesday , some for charges not related to the casino brawl . About 57 gang members and associates were arrested across the West on Wednesday , some on charges not related to the casino brawl . +0 701341 701234 Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " +0 1369900 1369751 At the hearing yesterday , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men immediately released on bail , evidently unaware they had already left the country . At a hearing Wednesday morning , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men released on bail immediately . +1 3258665 3258734 Former Secretary of State Bill Jones has also expressed interest in the race but has not yet announced plans . Former Secretary of State Bill Jones , another potential major candidate , had not divulged his plans Tuesday . +0 2110325 2110199 Lt. Scotty Smither , a county firefighter , was struck by lightning . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . +0 3171466 3171578 " The flu season has had an earlier onset than we 've seen in many years , " said Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . +1 651796 651731 Johnsons site is www.katyjohnson .com. Maxs is www.tuckermax.com. Ms. Johnson 's site is www.katyjohnson .com. Mr. Max 's is www.tuckermax.com. +0 380073 379924 Gold 's rise pulled other precious metals higher , shunting silver to $ 4.81 / 83 an ounce from $ 4.77 / 79 last quoted in New York . Gold 's bounce pulled other precious metals higher , sending silver to $ 4.83 / 85 an ounce from $ 4.80 / 82 last quoted in New York . +1 166426 166354 Trade deals between manufacturers and grocery retailers or distributors have long been governed by complicated contracts that offer retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . Manufacturers and grocers or distributors have a long history of complicated contracts offering retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . +1 1095653 1095781 Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe theres no place but Lowes Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe there 's no place but Lowe 's Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " +1 2797254 2797312 It was the first speech by a US president to a joint session of the Philippines Congress since 1960 . President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . +1 1013480 1013210 We think they have the right to choose . " We think PeopleSoft customers deserve the right to choose , " Ellison said . +1 1927422 1927553 Pressed for details , Mr Warner said : " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group " . " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group , " Warner said . +1 2352216 2351995 Both rebels and government forces have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite the peace agreement . Both rebels and government forces , including those loyald to Taylor , have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite a peace deal . +1 171788 171546 He worked out how to get through the bone with his cheap " multitool " -type knife , made duller from futile attempts to scratch away at the rock . He worked out how to get through the bone with his ``multi-tool ' ' -type knife , made duller by futile attempts to chip away at the rock . +0 58543 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 14.17 points or 0.94 per cent to 1,517.05 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . +1 2522124 2522202 The juvenile arrested yesterday allegedly authored a variant of the worm known as " RPCSDBOT . " The variant the juvenile allegedly created was known as " RPCSDBOT . " +1 1027516 1027116 " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one as a stance against terrorism , " he replied . " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one to take a stance against terrorism . " +1 986927 986603 A draft statement , obtained by Reuters on Friday , stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . The EU statement stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge that Tehran is seeking nuclear weapons but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . +0 323440 323515 Jim Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , also was not available for comment immediately ; his secretary said he was reviewing the report . A secretary for James Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , said Eisenbrandt was reviewing the report this morning . +0 1580901 1580702 British ministers have been asked to explain why they gave undue prominence to the claim that Saddam Hussein could deploy chemical or biological weapons " within 45 minutes " . Ahead of the war , Blair cited British intelligence information that Saddam Hussein could deploy deadly chemical and biological weapons within 45 minutes . +0 2239197 2239088 Staff writers Selwyn Crawford and Colleen McCain Nelson and Brian Anderson of DallasNews.com contributed to this report . Staff writers Brandon Formby and Colleen McCain Nelson contributed to this report . +1 1789130 1789041 SCO intends to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully paid-for way , he said . We intend to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully-paid for way . " +1 1684216 1684179 Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an intensive effort to support the still unproven claim that Saddam had forbidden weapons . Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an effort to support the administration 's still unproven claim that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction . +1 2643264 2643170 South Asia follows , with 1.1 millions youths infected — 62 percent of them female . Of the 1.1 million infected in south Asia , 62 % are female . +1 2854480 2854525 Researchers have identified roughly 130 genes on chromosome six that may predispose humans to certain diseases . Beck and his team have identified roughly 130 genes that somehow cause or predispose humans to certain diseases . +1 839301 839710 Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas told Palestinian Satellite TV the helicopter strike was a " terrorist attack . " Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas denounced the helicopter strike as a " criminal and terrorist " Israeli attack . +0 1690838 1690632 Government bonds sold off sharply after Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday that the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of extended growth " . Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of sustained growth " . +1 3089073 3089213 This is what Dr. Dean said : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . He told the Register : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . " +1 3444661 3444792 A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . A photograph of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . +1 1534078 1533998 Mayor Mike Bloomberg weighs in former football star William ' The Refrigerator ' Perry for the 88th annual Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest . Ex-Bears star William ' the Refrigerator ' Perry competes in the Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest Friday . +1 587502 587614 Stocks had surged on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . Wall Street enjoyed a hefty rally on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . +1 1754660 1754722 A senior Administration official who briefed journalists on Friday said neither Mr Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the estimate in its entirety . The senior administration official said neither Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the entire National Intelligence Estimate . +0 581577 581596 Shares of Mandalay closed down eight cents to $ 29.42 , before the earnings were announced . Shares of Mandalay closed down 8 cents at $ 29.42 Thursday . +0 2834738 2834791 Three each came from Africa , Asia and Latin America . But 62 % of Catholics live in Africa , Asia and Latin America . +0 1684863 1685118 Muhammad will stand trial for the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean Harold Meyers , 53 . Muhammad , 42 , is charged in the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean H. Meyers , 53 , at a gas station in Manassas . +1 559424 559879 You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys who are out there competing with you . " You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys that are out there competing with the best of us . +1 2727213 2727379 The consensus estimate of analysts polled by Thomson First Call called for a profit of $ 1.70 per share . Analysts polled by Reuters Research , a unit of Reuters Group Plc , on average forecast profit of $ 1.69 per share . +0 1471951 1471935 Poland has finished assembling a 9,200-strong multinational stabilisation force it will command in central and southern Iraq , Defence Minister Jerzy Szmajdzinski said on Wednesday . The advance guard of the 9,200-strong multinational stabilization force Poland will command in central and southern Iraq left Wednesday on the country 's biggest military mission in nearly 60 years . +0 953684 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . +0 249655 249749 Shares in Tellabs were up 16 cents , or 2.2 percent , at $ 7.34 in morning trading on Nasdaq . Shares in Tellabs , after initially rising , were unchanged at $ 7.18 on Nasdaq shortly after midday . +0 2861783 2862110 Columbine gunman Dylan Klebold is shown firing a sawed-off shotgun in a video tape released by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Department . Harris also appears in the tape released Wednesday by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Office . +0 222987 222901 The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . The yield fell 7 basis points to 3.61 percent , the lowest since March 12 and within 7 basis points of a 45-year low . +1 1598662 1598729 The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most--performers who have a hard time lining up work . Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . +0 2760410 2760324 Excluding the impact of accounting changes , Ford would have earned 13 cents a share . Excluding the $ 56 million charge and the accounting change , Ford 's third-quarter earnings amounted to 15 cents a share . +1 3067866 3067845 Sharon says he is willing to free the two as holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . Sharon has said he is willing to free Dirani and Obeid because holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . +1 1098141 1097919 PeopleSoft also said it expects the acquisition to close in the third calendar quarter of 2003 . PeopleSoft said the JD Edwards acquisition would close in the third quarter . +1 173827 173719 The dollar was also helped by concerns about possible yen- selling intervention by Japanese authorities . The dollar was helped on Friday by talk of yen-selling intervention by Japanese authorities on Thursday and Friday . +0 1123342 1123317 State health officials said Monday a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed Tuesday that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . +0 1615248 1615008 " It 's hard to believe that we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , which is a very profound decision . " " It 's hard to imagine we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , " Bush said . +0 2054464 2054792 After hours of debate , the Senate passed the reform package 32-4 . The House passed the bill 87-26 after the Senate approved it , 32-4 . +1 607207 607083 Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control this month . Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control in the last week of May . +1 167471 167369 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely . . . that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " +1 2658336 2658427 He 'll present his proposals to the state Legislature in January . The governor will present his budget proposals to the General Assembly in January . +1 2049267 2049335 Washington is wary of involvement , given its commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . The United States is wary of deep involvement in Liberia given commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . +1 2490925 2490771 But U.S. District Judge Joseph DiClerico denied their request in a brief ruling . In a brief ruling , US District Judge Joseph A. DiClerico Jr. denied their motion for an injunction . +0 1446259 1445947 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix , by J.K. Rowling , Scholastic , 870 pages , $ 29.99 . In ' ' The Order of the Phoenix , ' ' Harry is 15 , and fully a teenager at last . +0 782003 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors _ three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . +1 1048624 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several area families who had hiked up wooded hillsides in advance of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . +1 3154866 3154978 A 1991 Florida straw poll helped catapult a little-known Bill Clinton to national prominence . A similar Florida straw poll in 1991 brought attention to Bill Clinton , according to Democrats . +1 1934033 1933985 " Our own history should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " Rice said in reference to Iraq . " Our own histories should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " she said . +1 2045542 2045082 He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . Lakhani , 68 , is charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists and acting as an arms broker without a license . +0 3386414 3386441 In Lytle Creek Canyon , a 4-foot-high mud flow crossed a road , trapping a car . In Lytle Creek Canyon , the rain caused several mudslides , including a 4-foot-high flow across a road that trapped a car . +1 666915 667358 However , prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against guards , though Fine said his inquiry is not finished . Prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against corrections officers , although Fine said his inquiry was not finished . +1 1404480 1404314 About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . +1 987501 987609 Justices said that the Constitution allows the government to administer drugs only " in limited circumstances . " In a 6-3 ruling , the justices said such anti-psychotic drugs can be used only in " limited circumstances . " +1 1748331 1748343 Dr. Greg Robinson -- an AIDS patient -- left Health Canada 's advisory committee because of inconsistencies in pot access . Greg Robinson , a doctor who has AIDS , resigned from Health Canada 's advisory committee because of what he described as inconsistencies in the access program . +1 650062 650095 The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . +0 2929323 2929306 Peter Lyman and Hal Varian of Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems say that information production has increased by 30 percent each year between 1999 and 2002 . That task appealed to two masters of the megabyte , Peter Lyman and Hal Varian , professors at the University of California-Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems . +1 2209112 2209391 The league said it is not taking a position on whether Governor Gray Davis should be recalled in the Oct. 7 voting , and will not endorse a replacement candidate . The group said it is not taking a position on whether Davis should be recalled and will not endorse a replacement candidate . +1 139442 139370 In 1999 , NIST found , the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . +1 2469444 2469659 Mr Annan said terrorism " will only be defeated if we act to solve the political disputes and long-standing conflicts which generate support for it " . Annan said terrorism would only be defeated " if we act to solve the longstanding conflicts which generate support for it . " +0 2469350 2469343 Smackdown , first organized by WWE , registered more than 400,000 voters for the 2000 presidential election . Since the election , the group has registered more than 400,000 voters . +0 699968 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . +1 2889197 2889176 " He did a bad job going up there , " Mr. Villalona said . Villalona put it more bluntly : ``He did a bad job going up there , ' ' he said . +0 3351439 3351513 " Michael is innocent , " Jackson 's mother , Katherine , said in a written statement . " Michael Jackson is unequivocally and absolutely innocent of these charges , " Geragos said . +1 1319170 1319473 The German financial regulator , BaFin , may prove critical of WestLB 's risk assessment . An investigation by BaFin , the German financial regulator , has condemned the bank 's risk controls . +0 1853409 1854181 U.S. President George W. Bush said " the nation lost a great citizen " with Hope 's death . " The nation lost a great citizen , " U.S. President George W. Bush said Monday . +1 868100 868040 An Associated Press report is included . Material from the Associated Press supplemented this report . +0 3353310 3353302 The manufacturers include Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd . , and Sharp Corp. Companies expected to benefit from the funds are Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd. and Sharp Corp. +1 2725648 2725720 Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly will be between one and three . Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly could be as many as three . +0 173928 173865 The euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in early Asian trading before standing at $ 1.1525 / 30 . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . +1 842309 842484 Radio reports said hundreds of settlers converged on the four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . Army Radio reported early today that hundreds of settlers converged on four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . +1 2357993 2357953 " They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence of the risks of this and other drugs in the future . They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence for the dangers and risks of this and other drugs in the future . " +1 2119782 2119685 The computers were reportedly located in the U.S. , Canada and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . +1 2725674 2725751 He said the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons , but said he did not think that the Shenzhou V had military applications . He said he did not think that the Shenzhou V launch had military applications , even though the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons . +1 767089 767056 The leased applications are designed to help sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . Salesforce.com rents software that helps corporate sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . +1 2057020 2056955 And although he has acted in period dramas before in screen versions of Jane Austens Persuasion and Charlotte Brontes Jane Eyre Henchard is a breed apart . And although he has acted in period dramas before - in screen versions of Jane Austen 's " Persuasion " and Charlotte Bronte 's " Jane Eyre " - Henchard is a breed apart . +1 2482633 2482523 US District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for US Sugar Corp. , which led the fight for his ouster . U.S. District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for U.S. Sugar Corp. , which led the fight against Hoeveler . +0 3380184 3380987 For Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) , the house means stability and family . Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) is desperate that her family not find out that her life has fallen apart . +1 2770134 2770265 The justices declined without comment to review the ruling that upheld physicians ' rights to speak freely with their patients . The justices declined without comment to review a lower-court ruling that said doctors should be able to speak frankly with their patients . +1 3282609 3282552 It has also been revealed the boy 's family filed two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a $ 165,000 settlement in one case . It has also been revealed that the boy ’ s family has launched two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a £ 90,000 settlement in one case . +1 1643570 1643198 Dr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure . Mr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure of 45 minutes in the dossier . +0 820382 820723 Only 12 of the last 30 attempts to reach Mars have succeeded ( two are in transit ) . Of about 30 attempts to reach Mars , only 12 missions have succeeded . +0 186673 186613 Lucent 's stock shed 6 cents , or 2.7 percent , to close at $ 2.15 after heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . Lucent 's stock was up a penny at $ 2.22 in heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday afternoon . +1 243838 243710 Mitchell , Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya , Movin ' Out , complete the field . Brian Stokes Mitchell , who stars in a revival of Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya of Movin Out fill out the category . +1 521939 521928 But White House spokesman Ari Fleischer said yesterday : " The steps the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qa 'ida are insufficient . " " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient . +1 1357059 1357100 The Smyrna Nissan plant was recently named the most productive automotive manufacturing site in North America , said Kisber . Last week , a national study ranked Nissan 's Smyrna plant the most productive in North America . +0 3406445 3406440 On Hebert 's body were his wallet , driver license and cell phone , its batteries drained , Tracy said . He was identified by his driver 's license and cell phone , Utah County Sheriff Jim Tracy said . +1 3009743 3009639 Drewes and a friend were playing a game of " ding-dong-ditch " -- ringing doorbells and running away -- in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . Drewes and his friend were pulling a mischievous , late-night game of " ding-dong-ditch " knocking on doors or ringing doorbells and running in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . +1 724060 723590 Advertising and circulation revenues from the flagship Martha Stewart Living magazine have declined . Advertising and circulation revenues for Martha Stewart Living magazine have taken a hit . +1 2396679 2396818 That risk , described as minor , remains " the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the statement released after the Fed meeting said . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . +1 413097 413107 But right now it looks manageable , " Gehman told reporters . Right now it looks to me like it 's going to be manageable , " he said . +0 1614015 1613879 Elsewhere in the diary , Truman showed a more familiar side , colorful and outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . History aside , the diary reveals a colorful , witty , introspective and irreverent president outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . +1 2916184 2916154 Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Pedro Duque of Spain landed in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 0240 GMT . Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Spain 's Pedro Duque came down in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 2 : 40 a.m. GMT . +0 644152 643712 Authorities in Alabama said the passage of time , and the transfer or retirement of some investigators , has not hurt their case . Meantime , federal authorities in Alabama said the passage of time has not hurt their case against Rudolph . +1 3093470 3093389 Fasting glucose was 142 mg / dL on average for those given usual care , compared with 129 mg / dL in the group given specialized care ( P < .01 ) . Fasting glucose , used to measure diabetes risk , was 142 on average for those given usual care compared to 129 in the group given special treatment . +0 2268664 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in critical condition . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . +1 3261251 3261222 The remaining five men continue to be questioned under Section 17 of the Terrorism Act . Three men and two women who were at the property were arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 . +1 2002136 2002037 Wall Street is looking for a profit of 30 cents a share in the third quarter and $ 1.31 for the fiscal year . Analysts were expecting a profit of 30 cents a share for the third quarter and $ 1.31 a share for the full year . +0 882107 882059 Daniel C. Clark and James Hargadon ; a former priest , Bruce Ewing ; and two teachers are awaiting trial . Two other priests , the Revs Daniel C Clark and James Hargadon , and a former priest , Bruce Ewing , are awaiting trial . +0 1578836 1578673 A senior air force official and a member of parliament were also on board , state radio report said . A senior air force official and a member of Parliament also died in the crash , it said . +1 907751 907588 The Nets and the Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while causing their high-scoring American Basketball Association forefathers to cringe . The Nets and the San Antonio Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while embarrassing their high-scoring ABA forefathers . +1 1646704 1646618 Police spokesman Brigadier-General Edward Aritonang confirmed that another two men had been arrested yesterday , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang in central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . +1 248894 248865 Most taxpayers will get surprise tax cuts of between $ 4 and $ 11 a week from July 1 . Australia 's 9 million income taxpayers received surprise tax cuts of between $ 3 and $ 11 a week from Treasurer Peter Costello last night . +1 3446482 3446446 " I can tell you that it 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM . " " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " +1 3085795 3085540 Roberts said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of a major attack in Saudi Arabia . Roberts said on Fox News Sunday that said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of an attack in Saudi Arabia . +1 2527006 2527060 Neither immediately said his agency would appeal the decision , but many others following the case said an appeal was likely soon . Neither said whether they would appeal the decision but others said an appeal was certain . +1 2341846 2341677 BofA said yesterday it had " policies in place that prohibit late-day trading " . Bank of America says its policies prohibit late-day trading , which is illegal . +1 2879203 2878495 Palm Beach County is considering adding up to $ 200 million more in incentives . Palm Beach County is prepared to kick in another $ 200 million to build the institute 's campus . +1 1084599 1084669 Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that does not necessarily prompt thoughts of Lee . Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that doesn 't necessarily prompt thoughts of the 46-year-old film director . +1 883875 883827 The American troops , who also defend the mayor 's compound , have been attacked on two separate occasions . The American troops from 3-15 infantry , who also defend the compound of the Falluja mayor , have been attacked on two occasions . +1 2221994 2222004 YES filed suit yesterday in the Supreme Court of New York County in Manhattan . The suit was filed in the Supreme Court of New York County . +0 3414762 3414734 Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of the Oak Brook , Ill.-based hamburger giant closed at $ 24.60 , up 51 cents , or 2.1 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 2869052 2869113 The discovery was published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine . They appear in the Oct. 23 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . +0 684942 684976 " At that time I didn 't agree , because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren and security , " he says . In a generous gesture of uncharacteristic compassion , Samudra claims : " At that time I didn 't agree because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren " . +0 998493 998303 Tamil parties blame the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) for these killings . The government wanted to revive talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) to discuss the interim structure . +1 786554 786522 Mr. Grassley and Mr. Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . +1 2331892 2331244 Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national DNA data base in August . Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national database last month . +1 776470 776441 In January , Georgia 's U.N. envoy Revaz Adamia accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " In January , it accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the U.N. Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " +1 2226471 2226151 If you 're over here thinking this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " If you think this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " +1 2054996 2054926 WHO noted that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was due to overuse of antibiotics by doctors -- not due to farmers . The WHO said in a report on Wednesday that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was not due to farmers , but to overuse of antibiotics by doctors . +1 3254506 3254576 In Canada , Tim Hortons ' same-store sales were up as much as 6.7 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . +1 3123856 3123720 One had also pointed to the word refugee in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . +1 452856 452912 Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ISPH.O tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ( nasdaq : ISPH - news - people ) tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . +1 2263996 2263904 Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko managed a space first earlier this month by marrying his earth-bound fiance by space phone . Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko achieved a first earlier this month when he married his earth-bound fiancee by video link . +1 1015170 1015204 Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . +0 545815 545928 On Monday , one American soldier was killed and another was wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . +1 2011669 2011807 A senior Malaysian member of JI testified in June that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . A senior Malaysian member of Jemaah Islamiah testified on June 26 that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had also called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . +0 441111 441030 Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez did not leave the private jet during a stop for customs inspection at Brown Field . Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez arrived at the airport in separate ambulances . +1 1306668 1306618 Maddox , 87 , cracked two ribs when he fell about 10 days ago at an assisted living home where he was recovering from intestinal surgery , Virginia Carnes said . Maddox , who had battled cancer since 1983 , cracked two ribs earlier this month when he fell at an assisted living home where he was recovering from surgery . +1 3085125 3085085 Mr Adams , managing director , will become chief executive on January 1 . Paul Adams , BAT managing director , will take over as chief executive in January . +1 339434 339408 " Really , this plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City , " Mr. Silver said . " His plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City . " +1 78643 78719 Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages yesterday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least 22 people , military officials said . Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages Sunday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least three people , the military and rebels said . +1 1625779 1625975 " I am responsible for the approval process in my agency , " he said in Friday 's statement . Second , I am responsible for the approval process in my agency . +1 1356983 1357063 The $ 250 million expansion will boost Nissan 's total investment at its two Tennessee plants to $ 2.75 billion . This will bring Nissan 's total capital investment in Tennessee to $ 2.75 billion . +1 1777394 1777314 The document , headlined Information for Health Care Professionals , warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions . The document warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions in some cases . +1 1438096 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 0.8 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 lost 0.9 percent and Germany 's DAX index gave back 1 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . +1 724297 724443 On a positive note , C & W 's estimated lease commitments -- one potential hurdle to U.S. exit -- fell 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . Added to savings on the dividend , C & W 's estimated lease commitments , one hurdle to its U.S. escape , fell by 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . +1 788048 788091 Attorneys for the defense and media have filed documents opposing a gag order . Attorney Gloria Allred , who is representing Frey , also filed documents opposing a gag order in the case . +1 511693 511287 " Our policies are well-known , and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy " on Iran , Powell said . " Our policies are well known and I 'm not aware of any changes , " Secretary of State Colin Powell said Tuesday . +0 2187868 2187826 " They were brutally beaten , and it 's really a wonder that Porchia is the only deceased in this case . " " It 's a wonder that Porchia was the only deceased in this case , " Sax added . +0 3384254 3383797 At least 13 of the affected flights were scheduled out of Atlanta . At least 13 flights out of Atlanta were listed as canceled . +0 1308358 1308468 The blaze was only 5 percent contained early Monday . The blaze , started by lightning June 6 , is considered 95 percent contained . +1 3209548 3209513 " Here 's what happened : I go to their Web site and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " he said . " " I go to their website and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " Mr. Booher told a reporter . +0 67983 68260 The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . +1 3171869 3171847 Experts say they think better treatment , including widespread use of the drug tamoxifen , as well as mammogram screening are responsible for the improvement . Experts say they think better treatment , including use of the drug tamoxifen and mammogram screening , are responsible . +1 285795 285622 " He wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . As far as I know , he wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . " +0 1977523 1977693 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC inched down 1 point , or 0.11 percent , to 1,650 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . +0 969655 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . +1 2019241 2019199 The tuxedo shop was used as a front for laundering proceeds from a stolen credit cards . Ragin and Hayes were accused of using a phony tuxedo rental business as a front for laundering proceeds from stolen credit cards . +1 101700 101919 A Connecticut judge Tuesday sentenced a man to 30 years in prison in the death of a teenage girl he met on the Internet . A restaurant worker was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday for the sexual assault and strangling of a sixth-grade girl he met in an Internet chat room . +1 192697 192862 They say inspectors must certify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction before sanctions can be lifted . It calls for the return of U.N. weapons inspectors to verify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction . +1 3253370 3253092 State wildlife officials have concluded that the fluorescent zebra fish from Florida poses no danger , and they have recommended that the state exempt it from the ban . State wildlife officials have concluded that the Florida-grown fluorescent zebra fish poses no danger , and they have recommended that it be exempted from the state 's ban . +1 2226559 2226541 The high Saturday is expected to be about 92 degrees , and it will likely drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . The high today will be about 92 degrees and will drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . +1 2304746 2304666 Gartner raised its own worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 per cent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 per cent . Gartner Inc. also raised its worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 percent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 percent . +0 2945092 2945178 Strong spokeswoman Stephanie Truog said , " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . +0 1279593 1279614 AMD had revenue of $ 715 million and a loss of 42 cents a share during the March quarter . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . +1 498305 498375 Genetic studies of ethnic groups raise concerns because of fears that they could be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote stereotypes . Geneticists cite fears that ethnic-based research would be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote racial stereotypes . +1 3419191 3419297 General Huweirini , who has worked closely with the US , was wounded in the shooting on December 4 , US officials said . Huweirini , who has worked closely with U.S. officials , was wounded in an attack Dec. 4 , the U.S. officials said . +1 1168228 1168203 Similar bills passed the House twice but died in the Senate . Two years ago , the House passed a similar version that floundered in the Senate . +0 1387874 1388069 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy also dissented from the dismissal . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . +0 3119362 3119594 She countersued for $ 125 million , saying Gruner & Jahr broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions . She countersued for $ 125 million , saying G + J broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions and manipulated the magazine 's financial figures . +0 1788039 1787922 With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . +1 1928242 1928533 Other recall suits are pending in federal court . There are three suits challenging the recall still pending in federal court . +1 1281627 1281485 Analysts have estimated the worth of the core properties at $ 10 billion- $ 15 billion . Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . +1 1922300 1922496 A prosecutor says Dorchester County parents were responsible for the death of their a 6-year-old autistic son , whose body was found in a pond near the family home . St George A prosecutor says a Dorchester County couple was responsible for the death of their 6-year-old autistic son whose body was found in a pond near the family home . +0 2365373 2365452 The Commerce Commission would have been a significant hurdle for such a deal . The New Zealand Commerce Commission had given Westpac no indication whether it would have approved its deal . +1 2262571 2262600 At least 7000 computers were affected by Parson 's worm , Assistant US Attorney Paul Luehr said . The FBI said at least 7000 computers were infected by Parson 's software . +1 2047843 2047749 In Ventura County , the number of closings and advisories dropped by 73 percent , from 1,540 in 2001 to 416 last year . The number of days when Texas beaches had swimming advisories dropped from 317 in 2001 to 182 last year . +0 3074273 3074290 On Saturday , the International Committee of the Red Cross said it was temporarily closing its offices in Baghdad and Basra . The International Committee of the Red Cross , fearful for the safety of its staff operating in Iraq , announced it was temporarily shutting its offices in Baghdad and Basra . +1 2458881 2459084 It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognize the results after Suu Kyi 's party won . It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognise the results when Miss Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won by a landslide . +1 1443586 1443540 The findings appear in next Friday 's Physical Review Letters . The findings will be reported Friday in the journal Physical Review Letters . +1 2442303 2442375 In Washington , the federal government remained closed for a second day . The nation 's capital was quiet today , with the federal government shut down for the second day . +1 424636 424710 Aquila is short of cash , and Avon bondholders at one point feared it may default on interest payments . Avon bondholders have no recourse to Midlands 's assets and at one point feared Aquila would default on interest payments . +0 2274850 2274727 Janice Kelly said her husband had received assurances from senior MoD officials that his name would not be made public . She told the inquiry that her husband had received assurances from his line manager and senior ministry officials that when he came forward his name would not be made public . +1 3261229 3261252 The arrests came two days after Ken Livingstone , the London Mayor , claimed police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . London Mayor Ken Livingstone announced over the weekend that police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . +1 2427913 2427947 In the evening , he asked for six pizzas and soda , which police delivered . In the evening , he asked for six pepperoni pizzas and two six-packs of soft drinks , which officers delivered . +1 3372289 3372332 For the full 12-month period , high-speed cable modem connections increased by 49 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . +1 1747026 1747118 Even her request , decades later , to attend her father 's funeral on the island was denied . Years later , Cuba refused permission for her to attend her father 's funeral . +1 1076855 1076875 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and is also suspected of a 1997 Georgia killing . Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . +0 3242382 3242517 Advancers outnumbered decliners 1,821 to 1,199 on the New York Stock Exchange on volume of just over 480 million shares . Advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 4-to-3 ratio on the New York Stock Exchange . +1 3158959 3159002 Mississippi placed among the bottom 10 states in 13 of the 17 measures . Mississippi is among the bottom five states on nine other measures . +0 423841 423882 Most other potential buyers are interested only in cherry-picking the most attractive assets . Other potential suitors are not interested in acquiring only the music business . +0 1396291 1396477 " Generally unwanted - and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent - spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes , warming us up for the punchline . Generally unwanted — and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent — spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes . +1 1599833 1599728 " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light - through the prism of our experience on 9-11 . " " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " +1 174386 174482 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.14 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.41 . " The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . +1 917966 918316 In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and the costs of outpatient hospital care rose by 14.6 percent , the study . In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and that on outpatient hospital care by 14.6 percent . +1 2630954 2631063 This decision would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy , " he said . He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " +1 1314758 1315056 The truck was later found parked near the Tacoma Mall about three miles away . The Sonoma was later found near the Tacoma Cemetery , south of the Tacoma Mall . +0 2815611 2815494 No charges were announced , but the statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday . An FBI statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday in federal court in Baltimore . +1 2352856 2353073 The WHO says the latest case does not fit its profile of SARS and is not a public health concern . The WHO has said the Singapore case did not fit its profile of SARS and was " not an international public health concern . " +0 2065849 2065533 He was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed , " Bush said . " He 's a known killer who was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed . +0 344085 344229 Some analysts estimate sales of Xolair could reach $ 260 million by 2006 and $ 750 million by 2008 . Analysts estimate peak annual U.S. sales of Xolair will top $ 200 million . +0 820901 820928 The highly integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , the part requires only minimal external components . With integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , BlueCore3-Multimedia is available in LFBGA package . +1 2221430 2221460 For the week , the Russell 2000 , the barometer of smaller company stocks , advanced 11.92 , or 2.5 percent , closing at 497.42 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . +1 2905150 2904961 In Chatsworth , 52km north-west of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were being told to begin gathering their belongings . In Chatsworth , 32 miles northwest of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were told to gather their belongings . +1 1908353 1908610 Thompson ordered Moore to remove the monument within 30 days , but stayed that order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . On Dec. 19 , he gave Moore 15 days to remove it , but a week later stayed his order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . +1 3015457 3015476 Her 92-year-old husband is now severely debilitated by Alzheimer 's disease . The 92-year-old former president is suffering from Alzheimer 's disease . +1 2315858 2315632 Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will have to say about him at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person presidential fund-raiser . Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will say at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person reception to raise funds for his presidential re-election bid . +1 983252 983273 To the caller who claimed to have found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you , " no-questions-asked " . To the Sound-Off caller who said they found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you on a " no-questions-asked " basis . +1 347389 347285 Also , hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms are " moving along impressively , " Dr. Roth said . Dr. Roth also said that hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking-lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms were " moving along impressively . " +1 1167820 1168134 His opinion contradicts one issued in 1992 by then-Attorney General Bob Stephan . Kline 's legal opinion differs from the interpretation issued by former Attorney General Bob Stephan in 1992 . +1 2945688 2945844 You can use interactive features on the IRS Web site ( www.irs.gov ) to track refunds or advance child-credit payments . Taxpayers unsure if they are owed refunds can use interactive features on the IRS Web site to track refunds or advance child credit payments . +1 1185923 1186190 That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president , " he told a rally in New Hampshire . " That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president of the United States . " +0 396045 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman said she will send a U.S. technical team to Canada to assist in the situation . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . +1 2010110 2010239 The charges were dismissed in Franklin County Municipal Court . Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Janet Grubb approved dismissal of the charges . +1 2183969 2183948 While JI has undoubted links with al-Qaeda , the relationship " may be less one of subservience ... than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . While JI has undoubted links with the terrorist group al-Qaeda , the report says the relationship " may be less one of subservience . . . than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . +1 121580 121626 He told the jury Stubbs is a " cold , calculating killer . " District Attorney Dave Lupas reminded jurors that Stubbs is , " a cold , calculating killer " . +0 816251 816455 Oracle shares fell 27 cents , or 2 percent , to $ 13.09 . Oracle shares also rose on the news , up 15 cents to $ 13.51 on the Nasdaq . +1 2444676 2444641 Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry a day later , and six Cubans face trial in Key West in December over a March plane hijacking . Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry , and six more are scheduled to go on trial in Key West in December for a plane hijacking in March . +1 1958648 1958602 Helen Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . The two others , former Dynegy executives Helen Christine Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Shannon Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . +1 1369885 1369736 The men were immediately flown to nearby Botswana on a chartered Air Malawi flight , Malawi intelligence officials said on condition of anonymity . The men were flown to nearby Botswana on an Air Malawi flight , the officials said . +0 1757343 1757308 Authorities in Ohio , Indiana and Michigan have searched for the bodies . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . +1 2615271 2615234 Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying launch will be between Oct. 10 and 17 and will carry two men . The Web site of Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying it would happen between Oct. 10 and 17 and carry two men . +0 2761028 2761040 Excluding autos , retail sales rose by 0.3 % in September , lower than a forecast rise of 0.5 % . Retail sales fell 0.2 percent overall in September compared to forecasts of a 0.1 percent dip . +1 1308545 1308565 He said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of an existing firebreak dug during last year 's fire north of Mount Lemmon . Fire spokesman Gordon Gay said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of burned areas from last year 's Bullock fire . +0 2512785 2512881 Earlier this month , RIM had said it expected to report second-quarter earnings of between 7 cents and 11 cents a share . Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . +1 883815 883864 Iraqi officials say the attacks are being carried out by what they call outsiders who slip into Falluja and attack at night . Iraqi officials here insist that the attacks are being carried out by " outsiders " who slip into Fallujah and attack at night . +0 1200832 1201040 In court , Stewart briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . +1 1357464 1357572 GM 's offering is also expected to include about $ 3.5 billion in convertible securities . GM is also expected to issue $ 3.5 billion via a convertible bond offering , market sources said . +1 52393 52606 At about 3 p.m. on Friday , a relative of Bondeson called police to report his apparent suicide . Two hours later , at 3 : 22 p.m. , a relative contacted police to report a suicide . +0 1322287 1322312 The US Senate judiciary committee overcame a significant hurdle yesterday in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure . The Senate judiciary committee on Tuesday overcame a significant hurdle in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure but the most difficult obstacles remain . +1 3151735 3151876 Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children 's clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities . Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children ’ s clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities for children while their parents shop . +0 316318 316283 In 2002 , the West Nile virus infected 4,000 people and took 284 lives in the United States . In contrast , he said , West Nile virus made 4,156 people ill and killed 284 in the United States and Canada last year . +1 1305312 1305623 Activists say they fear the gathering is an attempt by corporate farming to push bio-engineered crops on starving countries . Instead , they fear the conference is an attempt by corporate farming and biotech interests to push into new markets . +1 429365 429387 Yesterday , Taiwan reported 35 new infections , bringing the total number of cases to 418 . The island reported another 35 probable cases yesterday , taking its total to 418 . +1 2197839 2197806 Additionally , early voting will be conducted from 1 to 6 p.m. Sept . 7 . Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . +0 1389812 1389837 Enron 's 401 ( k ) plan covered about 20,000 workers , retirees and beneficiaries . Enron 's stock comprised as much as 61 % of the workers ' 401 ( k ) portfolios . +1 868307 868276 He said that it would be ' ' very difficult ' ' to establish a cause of death . Even with time , he said , " it 's going to be very difficult to determine the cause of death . " +0 2028443 2028477 Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering said the victims appeared to be customers of the bank . One of the shooting victims died , according to Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering . +1 47049 47079 He said the situation undermines efforts to win international co-operation in the war on terror . He said the way the situation was being handled was undermining efforts to win international cooperation in the war on terror . +1 2328722 2329008 Once identified , remains of terrorists are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan . Once identified , terrorist remains are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan where the unidentified remains are stored . +1 3085928 3085551 It ’ s just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort ” . It 's just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort . " +1 2495623 2495427 Some 50 million phone numbers are registered on the list , which was to take effect Oct. 1 . The FTC signed up 50 million phone numbers for the list , which was due to go into effect October 1 . +1 2756504 2756466 By comparison , the proportion of people with a BMI of 50 or above increased by a factor of five — from about 1 in 2,000 to one in 400 . Those with a BMI of 50 or greater , sometimes called super obesity , increased by a factor of five , from one in 2,000 to one in 400 . +1 2689306 2689004 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in his letter . +1 2195722 2195938 Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there will not be an increase in smog , the administration argues . Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there won 't necessarily be any increase in pollution , the administration argues . +1 2965122 2965159 " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the fire south of the city . " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the Douglas County fire command center . +1 544330 544222 Earlier this month , Bremer called off a visit here , a move officials privately linked to U.S. uncertainty about the Kurdish issue . Earlier this month , Mr. Bremer called off a visit , in a move that officials confided at the time was linked to uncertainty on the Kurdish situation . +1 636315 636406 The news will be announced Monday morning in Dallas at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . The plan is expected be disclosed Monday morning at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . +0 57271 57251 The Taiwan Stock Exchange will ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . A request for a two-month extension was denied and the Taiwan Stock Exchange is to ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . +0 1701278 1701371 All three had criminal records for stealing cattle , the statement said . It said they all had criminal records for stealing cattle and Lamas was twice imprisoned for armed robbery . +1 3461389 3461280 Auditors acknowledged the auditors did not look at priests ' personnel files . The auditors , for example , did not have access to church personnel files . +1 1924261 1924210 But U.S. troops will not shrink from mounting raids and attacking their foes when their locations can be pinpointed . But American troops will not shrink from mounting raids in the locations of their foes that can be pinpointed . +1 1548361 1547959 Responding to speculation that she was ready to retire , Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor indicated today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court . Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor said today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court , dismissing speculation that she was ready to retire . +1 2945288 2945178 " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals , " she said in the statement . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . +1 3184196 3184217 Senator Hill appeared completely unaware of the issue , which has been of serious concern to US , Australian and British intelligence officers . But Senator Hill appeared unaware of the intelligence problems that have been of serious concern to US , Australian and British military intelligence officers . +0 952393 952394 In its quarter ended May 30 , Adobe earned $ 64.25 million , or 27 cents a share . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . +1 577860 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body 's own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . +1 1804153 1803716 Officials said one provision in the Senate-passed measure accounted for $ 40 billion over 10 years in the CBO calculation . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . +1 1952416 1952519 Indeed , prior defense filings said Moussaoui contended he was part of a post-Sept . 11 operation outside the United States . Previous defense filings said Moussaoui was to be part of an operation outside the United States . +1 2553131 2553325 Telemarketers argue that there is no logical link between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . Lawyers for the telemarketers said there was no logical connection between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . +0 229442 229500 I thought things went a bit overboard but I prefer to leave it on the field , " Sarwan said . " A lot of things ( were said ) , but I 'd prefer to leave it on the field , " he said . +1 498320 498385 The North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in New York announced plans for a tissue bank this month . North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System announced plans for a tissue bank earlier this month . +1 2927606 2927348 The tone was set by President Hu , the 60-year-old who became the Communist Partys general secretary in November last year and then the countrys president in March this year . The tone was set by Hu , 60 , who became the Communist Party 's general secretary last November and then the country 's president this March . +1 696329 696168 The United States only agreed to let the agency back into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . Washington only agreed to let the U.N. mission into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . +1 2898561 2898543 After that process is completed , it will take an additional six to eight months to refurbish the center , Day said . After that , it will take six to eight months more to refurbish the center , said Thomas Day , vice president of engineering for the Postal Service . +0 2414161 2413910 Sentenced to 20 years to life , she was granted parole last month despite the opposition of relatives , friends and colleagues of the slain men . Boudin , 60 , a former Weather Underground member , was granted parole last month despite heavy opposition by relatives , friends , and colleagues of the slain men . +1 3054588 3054557 Smith said simply " Oh , my God , " in the seconds afterward , according to Weinshall . In the seconds after the crash , she added , Captain Smith said simply , " Oh my God . " +1 3022397 3022328 Appellate courts across the country have issued differing rulings on the issue , allowing public displays of the Ten Commandments in some cases and banning them in others . Lower courts have splintered on the issue , allowing depictions of the Ten Commandments in some instances and not in others . +1 2740896 2740847 The acquisition is expected to close by the end of the month . The deal is expected to close later this month . +1 222566 222560 An evaluation suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit in patients receiving the drug in the study , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . An evaluation of 240 arthritis patients suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit from taking the medicine , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . +1 2728832 2728851 Meat giant Smithfield Foods Inc. has won a bidding war to buy a bankrupt Midwestern pork producer . Pork processing giant Smithfield Foods Inc. said Monday that it won the bidding in an auction for bankrupt Farmland Industries Inc . ' s pork business . +0 329403 329927 Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . Excluding food and energy prices , the PPI fell 0.9 per cent , the biggest drop since August 1993 . +0 1703444 1703385 Authorities said the informant , an inmate named Richard Powell who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 , led a team to the spot . Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . +1 2486735 2486728 More than 100 officers launched the raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine import and money laundering ring . More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . +0 3053827 3053741 She said she told O 'Donnell , " Your mother died of breast cancer . Spengler replied , " Didn 't your mother die of breast cancer ? +1 2451683 2451742 October gasoline prices settled 1.47 cents lower at 78.70 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . +0 1396869 1396736 The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . The new group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . +0 747153 747200 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR rose 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.25 percent . The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . +1 1520228 1520194 " We don 't have new places to check , " said Steve Anderson , a Waco public-information officer . " We don 't have new places to check , " Waco public information officer Steve Anderson said . +1 2762222 2761939 " It 's a terrible tragedy , people who were on the way home , all of a sudden , taken from us , " Bloomberg said at a dockside news conference . " People who were on their way home , all of a sudden taken from us , " Mr. Bloomberg said of the collision . +0 3138806 3138863 " It seems to be following the sun , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant at antivirus vendor Sophos . " This is a clear attempt to pinch money , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant with U.K.-based Sophos PLC . +1 2375171 2375136 Moose frequently criticizes reporters and news organizations in the book , especially those that reported on leaks from investigators . He frequently criticizes the press , especially reporters and news organizations that reported on leaks from investigators . +1 2051630 2051713 The indictment charges that Mzoudi was involved in preparations for the attack until the end and was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . Prosecutors say Mzoudi was involved in the preparations for the attack until the final moment and that he was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . +1 1807659 1807691 SEC Chairman William Donaldson said there is a " building confidence out there that the cop is on the beat . " " I think there 's a building confidence that the cop is on the beat . " +1 2198937 2198629 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . A nationally board-certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes $ 65,000 in his 30th year . +0 2697621 2697661 Prosecutor Jim Hardin called the decision a victory for Kathleen Peterson 's family . Members of Kathleen Peterson 's family were not present . +1 519592 519351 Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched today outside a Sacramento fire station . +1 1382330 1381827 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . +0 283606 283689 The staged scene , covering several acres , featured smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires . Smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires added to the realism . +1 1489706 1489846 The findings were published in the July 1 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . +1 3064992 3065062 All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . +0 616340 616249 SCO net income of $ 4.5 million , or 33 cents per share , on revenue of $ 21.4 million , in 2003 's second fiscal quarter , ended April 30 . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . +1 3409440 3409470 No rabies vaccine is available for humans in Zimbabwe and if it was it would be too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . Health professionals say there is no rabies vaccine for humans in Zimbabwe and , even if it was available , it is too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . +0 1299090 1298965 ODonnell was just 3-of-5 for 24 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions a year ago . The 13-year veteran has passed for 21,438 yards and 118 touchdowns with 67 interceptions . +1 2146697 2146799 India blamed that and other attacks on Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state . India has also in the past blamed Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state , for bombs and other attacks . +1 2797028 2796993 However , several ministers from more developed APEC economies have said failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . More developed APEC members say failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . +0 230999 231027 She was persuaded not to resign but she was expected to be the victim of a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . But she was expected to be a victim in a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . +1 2433757 2433838 Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi must be counting his lucky stars . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has all but popped the champagne bottle . +1 1908152 1908046 " This legislation benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen , " Blagojevich told the crowd of political heavyweights at O 'Hare . " The legislation I 'm proud to sign today benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen . +1 2054448 2054413 Malpractice victims say limits on damage payouts make it less likely lawyers will take cases , meaning access to justice could be denied . Limits on damages make it less likely lawyers will take expensive cases , meaning access to justice is denied , they say . +0 1989878 1989788 Schools that fail to meet state goals for three years in a row must offer tutoring in addition to transfers . Schools that don 't meet the testing goals for two years in a row must offer transfers . +1 450436 450532 But butterflies exposed to an earlier light cycle , from 1am to 1pm , orientated themselves towards the south-east . But butterflies housed under an earlier light cycle , 1 a.m. to 1 p.m. , flew toward the southeast . +0 392798 392735 Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . Hewlett-Packard is putting in for a second-quarter profit of $ 659 million , or 29 cents a share , on revenue of $ 18 billion . +1 2739143 2739301 Hearing was partially restored by an electronic ear implant . An electronic implant has helped Limbaugh regain most of his hearing . +1 937787 938238 Three no votes would kill it for now . It would take three votes to kill the ACC 's expansion . +0 1664846 1664736 The German finance ministry on Monday said there was no case for softening . Finnish Finance Minister Antti Kalliomaki said : " There is no room for a softening . " +1 1109913 1110044 Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made it clear it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . +0 898957 898897 " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by mid-year , " said Nestle spokesman Francois Perroud , who declined to comment further . " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by midyear , " said Nestlé spokesman Francois Perroud . +1 2706544 2706227 Selenski 's partner in the jailbreak , Scott Bolton , injured his ankle , pelvis and ribs during the escape attempt , Warden Gene Fischi said . Selenski 's partner in the Friday jailbreak , Scott Bolton , was injured in the escape and hospitalized . +0 1219439 1219326 PLAYRIGHT George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " +1 2141602 2141575 Before Sunday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , according to Tracey Powers of the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . Before yesterday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , said Tracey Powers , spokeswoman for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . +1 2288296 2288189 Putin hailed Saudi Arabia as ``one of the most important Muslim nations . Before the meeting , Putin said Russia regards Saudi Arabia as a key Muslim state . +1 1245845 1245522 Naim al-Goud , mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region were ``doing this sabotage against the lines . Naim al-Goud , the newly appointed mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region attacked the pipeline . +1 1466168 1466246 During the flight , engineers misjudged the extent of the damage , and even during that period they lamented that the liftoff photography was poor . During the flight , engineers underestimated the extent of the damage , and even then lamented that the liftoff photography was so poor . +0 2245085 2245118 The Web site is registered to Parson under his home address , allowing investigators to trace him easily . The t33kid.com site is registered to Parson at an address in Hopkins , Minnesota . +1 3237867 3237902 The woman , Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , was arrested by the state police on Nov. 20 and charged with first-degree larceny . Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , of 27 Devon Road , Darien , was arrested Nov. 20 by state police and charged with first-degree larceny . +0 2194711 2194792 The Hubble Space Telescope 's newest picture of Mars shows summer on the Red Planet just as it makes its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . The pictures were taken late Tuesday and early Wednesday as the as the planet made its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . +1 1479718 1479546 Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of a rebound in the second half of the year . Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of an economic rebound in the year 's second half . +0 1091286 1091304 The Fed 's Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . Prices had pulled back from offshore highs when the Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . +1 2158854 2158971 Druce will face murder charges , Conte said . Conte said Druce will be charged with murder . +1 2086152 2086347 " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " said Carolyn Greene Bennett , Cedar Grove 's town recorder . " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " Bennett said . +0 3107641 3107862 Nursing schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants in the past year because of shortages of faculty and classroom space . The American Association of Nursing Colleges reported that schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants last year . +1 1909331 1909408 " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . +0 841596 841803 The best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions ... and question his competence as a manager . " Ebbers ' lawyer , Reid Weingarten , said despite the thorough investigation , " the best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions . " +1 1704502 1704526 Three retailers Dillards Inc . , Kohls Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc. got Fs . Three retailers _ Dillard 's Inc . , Kohl 's Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc . _ got Fs . +1 1118034 1117974 It 's a task that would challenge even the sharpest of computer geeks : set up a hacker-proof computer network for 190,000 government workers across the country fighting terrorism . It would be a daunting challenge for even the sharpest programming wizards : set up a secure computer network for the 190,000 workers in the Homeland Security Department . +1 763729 763570 " Of course I want to win again but I think it 's worse when you 've never won , because you are so anxious to win . " " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . +1 1708063 1708041 The operating revenues were $ 1.45 billion , an increase over last year 's result of $ 1.38 billion . Operating revenues rose to $ 1.45 billion from $ 1.38 billion last year . +0 1995479 1995435 Although Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up , he was later released . Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up and later released , while Mr Pennisi thinks he may have cracked ribs . +0 1896397 1896353 Their ancestors are coming home at last -- the healing can finally begin , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone after the ceremony . The anguish will begin to end and the healing will commence , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone . +1 719618 719464 As envisioned by Breaux , the government would help pay for the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . Breaux outlined a plan Tuesday that would give seniors help with the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . +1 1993677 1993928 Romanian port authorities said two ships that sank during World War II had resurfaced as water levels fell and could block river traffic . Port authorities in Romania said two ships that sank during World War II but resurfaced due to low water levels could block river traffic . +1 613587 613565 Grant also has been elected to Monsanto 's board of directors , the company said in a statement . Grant , a 22-year Monsanto veteran , also has been elected to the company 's board of directors , Monsanto said in a statement . +0 1963398 1963436 Ms. Kethley has said she also repeatedly denied his accusations . Ms. Kethley , who has repeatedly denied any infidelity , has recounted a similar story . +1 2758816 2758860 With more and more Bluetooth-equipped cellular phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . With increasing numbers of Bluetooth-equipped mobile phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . +1 1626648 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . +1 723744 723573 " Ms. Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is , but because of what she did , " Comey said . " Martha Stewart is not being prosecuted for who she is but for what she did . " +0 1078029 1078132 A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the government was free to withhold the names of more than 700 people detained in the aftermath of Sept . 11 , 2001 . A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the U.S. government can withhold the names of people detained as part of the September 11 investigation , reversing a lower court decision . +1 3085803 3085929 Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : " I don 't think there 's any question about it that . . . they 're going to be very global in nature . Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : “ I don ’ t think there ’ s any question about it that they ’ re going to be very global in nature . +1 879525 879587 No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at such a daunting task . " No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at it . +0 2553549 2553713 There are no suspects in the shooting , which took place around 9 : 15 p.m. on Wednesday at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue , the police said . Police said there was an argument before the slaying at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue around 9 p.m. +0 1813883 1813693 " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " she added , " and you can 't do that without funding . " " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " Dr. Goin added . +0 257789 257726 Knight had 29 interceptions in his six years with the Saints , including 17 the last three seasons . Knight has 29 interceptions in six seasons , all with New Orleans -- including a team-high five last season . +1 516157 516020 The budget analysis comes as negotiations between the City Council and the Bloomberg administration heat up . Budget negotiations between the mayor and the City Council are entering high gear . +1 771017 771084 Taupo was guiding her owner Paul Kibblewhite , 62 , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . Taupo had been leading Mr Kibblewhite , 62 , of Rotorua , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . +1 855940 855913 Handset market share for the second quarter , it said , is higher than the first quarter . Nokia 's market share for the second quarter is estimated to be higher than the first quarter , 2003 . " +0 1158596 1158858 The series will be known as the NASCAR Nextel Cup . Before that the division was known as the NASCAR Grand National Series . +1 301223 301061 Where long-lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks in past decades , they are now lucky to catch one , the study found . " Whereas long lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks , now they are lucky to catch one , " Myers said . +1 1530510 1530311 By contrast , the Senate-passed prescription drug plan requires seniors to pay 50 percent of drug costs , with a $ 275 deductible each year . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . +1 2545273 2545342 Canada won 't commit more troops to Afghanistan until the current year-long mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said yesterday . Canada will not consider sending more troops to Afghanistan until its current 12-month peacekeeping mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said Saturday . +1 533426 533451 Data showed Italian business confidence slipped to its lowest level in 16 months in May , aiding rate cut expectations . On Tuesday , figures also showed Italian business confidence slipped again in May to its lowest level in 16 months , doing nothing to discourage rate cut expectations . +1 106326 106017 He said Qantas would also cut capital spending by retiring some aircraft and deferring delivery of some new planes . It would also further reduce capital expenditure by retiring some aircraft and delaying the delivery of new places . +0 1317001 1317240 That objection was cited by PeopleSoft 's board in rejecting Oracle 's offer . PeopleSoft 's board has recommended stockholders reject the offer . +1 3095658 3095749 Dylan Baker and Lindsay Frost play her parents , Ed and Lois Smart . Lindsay Frost and Dylan Baker played Elizabeth Smart 's parents . +1 748110 747916 Palm expects to move Handspring 's employees to Palm Solutions headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . Handspring employees are expected to move to Palm Solutions Group headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . +0 2279872 2279663 The giant rock was first observed on August 24 by Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research Program , based in Socorro , New Mexico . The rock was first observed by the Lincoln Near Earth Asteroid Research Program , also known as LINEAR . +1 2804176 2804094 He also said he advised his grown-up children not to run up credit card debts . Barclays chief executive Matt Barrett also said he had advised his children never to use credit cards . +1 2672867 2672777 Some women are also concerned that so many women are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . Some women also express concern about a society in which more people than ever are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . +1 338234 338113 Normally , congressional districts are redrawn by state legislatures every 10 years to reflect population changes recorded in the U.S. census . Normally , redistricting is done every 10 years based on population changes in the census . +1 282228 282273 Two area lawmakers said Democrats might entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . Two Inland Valley lawmakers revealed it might be possible for Democrats to entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . +1 367061 366887 Two of Collins ' top assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were violated , he said Friday . U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Collins also said two of his assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were broken . +0 701234 701403 Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like All Things Considered and Morning Edition . +0 779429 779490 The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . The unemployment rate is predicted to have ticked up a percentage point to 6.1 % . +1 1465258 1465081 Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's initiative could start an important trend . U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's could start an important trend . +0 2486132 2486071 She had been barred on the grounds that her headscarf would violate the state 's neutrality in religion . The school had argued that it violated the state 's neutrality in religion . +0 2606133 2605961 Without admitting or denying the S.E.C. ' s allegations , Mr. Markovitz agreed to a permanent ban from associating with an investment adviser or mutual fund . He has agreed to a lifetime ban from association with an investment adviser or mutual fund . +1 1386965 1387020 Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up with a single phone call . Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up by phone by making a single toll-free call to ( 888 ) 382-1222 . +1 489508 489322 Initial reports said the attackers fired from a mosque within in the city , 30 miles west of Baghdad . The Centcom statement said the gunmen appeared to have fired from a mosque in the city , 50 km ( 32 miles ) west of Baghdad . +0 2342384 2342230 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC > rose 8.25 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,861.15 . The Nasdaq composite index dropped 6.8 percent , and the Standard & Poor 's fell 4.9 percent . +0 1077010 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with five counts of first-degree murder for the Dec. 19 to Feb. 5 killings . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . +1 3083706 3083626 Dan Powers , vice president of grid computing strategy at IBM Corp. , says he 's not worried about such off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening sales of traditional supercomputers . Dan Powers , IBM vice president of grid-computing strategy , says he 's not worried about off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening traditional supercomputer sales . +0 1136838 1136879 Britain has said it will oppose articles calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy , to uphold the national right of veto . Britain has said it wants to haggle over articles of the draft calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy . +1 3034823 3034600 Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday morning and three others were wounded in a possible dispute involving immigrant smuggling , officials said . Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday and four others were wounded in a dispute that apparently involved immigrant smugglers , officials said . +1 1814411 1814474 The subjects were next given a squirt up the nose of a rhinovirus , the nasty little germ that causes colds . Following their assessment , each volunteer received a squirt in the nose of rhinovirus the germ that causes colds . +0 2634517 2634420 Horn remained in critical but stable condition Monday , the hospital said . The illusionist remained in critical condition Monday with a gaping wound to the neck . +0 3049126 3049112 The news sent Cisco shares on a tear in after-hours trading . Cisco shares gained $ 1.28 in after-hours trading to $ 23.08 . +1 2716850 2716882 It will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software , the mobile operator said . According to the company , it will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software . +1 1279586 1279614 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research had been looking for , on average , revenue of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . +1 962062 962035 PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway has described Oracle 's $ 5.1 billion bid as " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour " . Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " +1 3223071 3223018 Hernandez has been treated for breast cancer , and Moore suffers from non-Hodgkin 's lymphoma . Hernandez had breast cancer and Moore is being treated for non-Hodgkins lymphoma . +1 1383244 1383329 In a landmark ruling yesterday , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . In the landmark ruling regarding New York City schools , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . +1 1268481 1268446 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . +1 2066963 2067124 The House would limit the increases to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan , not to those supporting the nation 's war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . The House would limit the increases to those troops in the Iraq and Afghanistan combat zones , but not troops supporting those war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . +1 810876 810916 The attack by the three militant groups took place here at Erez , the main border crossing between Israel and Gaza . The attack took place under cover of fog at the Erez crossing on the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip . +1 201839 201917 He attends football training for three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , and has lost 17 kilograms since October . Mr Hughes , who trains three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , has lost 17 kilos since October . +1 2742219 2742206 The chip also features an updated LongRun power and heat management system . It also features Nvidia 's own PowerMizer power management system . +1 2502838 2502910 On Monday , a suicide bomber blew himself up near the United Nations compound here , killing a security guard as well as himself . On Monday , a suicide car bomber blew himself up close to the United Nations compound in Baghdad , also killing a security guard . +1 1914694 1914703 The company claims it 's the largest single Apple VAR Xserve sale to date . The company claimed it is the largest sale of Xserves by an Apple retailer . +1 1430920 1430791 With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as the Spruce Run Recreation Area in Union Township will be open . With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as Parvin State Park in Salem County will be open . +1 1726893 1726944 The 2001 recession is considered short and shallow relative to the nine others since World War II , which averaged 11 months . The most recent recession was short and shallow relative to the nine others , averaging 11 months , that occurred since World War II . +1 1861053 1860658 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates were to address the forum last night . Seven Democratic presidential candidates have arranged to address the group , according to The Associated Press . +0 1305396 1305775 Barbini 's comments came Tuesday , the second day of the Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . +1 1245660 1245555 On the Mediterranean coast of neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered in the port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . In neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered at the Mediterranean port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . +0 1996296 1996327 While opposition parties have welcomed the cabinet 's decision on anti-retroviral treatment , some said Health Minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang was not fit to preside over a rollout plan . Health Minister Manto-Tshabalala Msimang is not fit to preside over an anti-retroviral treatment rollout plan , according to some opposition parties . +1 915791 915664 " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming , the CDC 's deputy director for Public Health and Science . +1 36690 36507 " Only 1pc of those taking the drug worldwide have contracted ILD as a result , " she said . AstraZeneca says just 1pc of people of those taking the drug worldwide have suffered serious consequences . +0 471789 471569 Dallas Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki 's status as doubtful . Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki out at the team 's morning shootaround . +1 3052778 3052804 Rescue workers arriving to February 's deadly fire at a West Warwick nightclub met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help . Rescue workers arriving at February 's deadly nightclub fire met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help , rescue tapes released Thursday show . +1 1688201 1688150 Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while tickets on suburban trains rose an average 25 percent May 1 . Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while average 25 percent increases took effect May 1 on suburban trains . +1 2933692 2933859 Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will test a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will be the testing site next month for a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . +0 859527 859427 When contacted last night , Perkins declined comment . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . +1 911653 911618 These plans would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against catastrophic health-care expenses , neither of which is currently available under the government-run program . The latter would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against unexpected healthcare expenses , neither of which is currently available under Medicare . +1 1209754 1209692 Notes : Cabrera , at 20 years , 63 days , is the second-youngest player to debut with the Marlins . Noteworthy : Cabrera became the second-youngest player to debut for the Marlins -- 20 years and 63 days . +1 1722074 1721807 The number of injured dropped to 2.92 million in 2002 from 3.03 million a year earlier . At the same time , the number of injuries dropped , from 3.03 million in 2001 to 2.92 million in 2002 . +0 1782659 1782732 No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . No dates have been set for either the civil trial or the criminal trial . +1 2250594 2250465 Who will succeed Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai is not clear . There is no clear successor for Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai . +0 953113 953368 Shares of Guidant plummeted in trading both on and off the New York Stock Exchange before a news halt was imposed after midday . Shares of Guidant were down 5.3 percent at $ 40.92 in afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 460209 460142 McNair was stopped after a police officer saw his vehicle weaving on a downtown street before pulling into a convenience store , the arrest report said . McNair was stopped just after midnight by a police officer who reportedly saw his sports utility vehicle weaving on a downtown street . +1 2113152 2112911 U.S. District Judge Denny Chin said Fox 's claim was " wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Chin said . +0 1455619 1455672 The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , a college town about 30 miles to the north . The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , about 48km north ; their conditions were not immediately available . +1 1116686 1116653 Stack said he did no work for Triumph until 1999 , when a grand jury began investigating Silvester . Stack testified that he was not asked to do any work for Triumph until June 1999 , after a grand jury investigating Silvester subpoenaed Triumph . +0 772613 772655 Federal agent Bill Polychronopoulos said it was not known if the man , 30 , would be charged . Federal Agent Bill Polychronopoulos said last night the man involved in the Melbourne incident had been unarmed . +1 2549010 2549015 The chipset will operate in the 2.4-GHz band , and features radio signal interference prevention and low power consumption . The 2.4 GHz radio frequency chipset features radio interference protection and low power consumption . +1 3264790 3264835 It has been named Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " astounding swimmer with a large penis " . He and colleagues named it Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " swimmer with a large penis . " +0 269343 269287 " I think we should leave them as they are , " said Lott , R-Miss . , of the current ownership rules during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . " I think we should hesitate , " Olympia Snowe , R-Maine , said at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . +1 1018965 1019063 Oracle shares were also higher , trading up 12 cents at $ 13.60 . Shares of Redwood Shores-based Oracle rose 14 cents to $ 13.62 . +1 1910609 1910454 The company must either pay NTP the $ 53.7-million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal , Mr. Wallace said . RIM must either pay NTP the $ 53.7 million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal . +1 1857292 1857427 " The idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and it 's grotesque , " said Wyden . Sen. Ron Wyden , D-Ore . , said the " idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and grotesque , " WBAL reported . +1 3052360 3052505 " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " Dean said Friday in a telephone interview from New Hampshire . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told The Des Moines Register . +1 218925 218856 Without the fleet , NASA has relied on the Russian space program to rotate crew members for the International Space Station and to send supplies to the orbiting laboratory . Without the shuttle fleet , NASA is relying on the Russian space program to rotate crew members on the International Space Station and send new supplies to the orbiting laboratory . +1 1568578 1568664 At least 29 American troops have been killed in action since Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . Some three dozen American and British troops have been killed since Bush declared major combat over in Iraq on May 1 . +1 713225 713251 Another piece would be sent to the lab in Virginia for additional testing , Conte said . Another piece of the suit will be sent to Virginia for more testing , Conte said . +1 2159 1973 Some Boston managers are concerned that banning smoking will create safety hazards as groups of smokers huddle outside bars and nightclubs . Some Boston bar managers said they worry that banning smoking will create a hazard as groups of smokers huddle outside on sidewalks and in parking lots to smoke . +1 2750362 2750073 Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday , but found no sign of them , said Stuart Smith , the Chatham harbormaster . Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday afternoon , but there was no sign of the two women , said Chatham Harbormaster Stuart Smith . +1 1679362 1679412 A total of 32 U.S. soldiers have been killed in attacks since May 1 , when President Bush declared the end of major hostilities in Iraq . Thirty-two U.S. soldiers have been killed in Iraq since President Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . +1 2700737 2700676 He was sentenced to five years in prison at at Kingston Crown Court yesterday after pleading guilty to the attempted abduction of a teenager . Former postal worker , Douglas Lindsell , was sentenced yesterday at Kingston Crown Court after pleading guilty to attempting to abduct a young girl . +1 2702353 2702573 Doctors say one or both boys may die , and that some brain damage is possible if they survive . Doctors said that one or both of the boys may die and that if they survive , some brain damage is possible . +1 2529415 2529304 His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest triggered a 47-hour standoff with police that led to huge traffic jams as commuters backed up in downtown Washington and Northern Virginia . +0 2594861 2594771 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index stood at 53.7 in September . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . +1 1568541 1568628 The agency could not say when the tape was made , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . The agency could put no exact date on the tape , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . +1 3271457 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . +0 3075284 3075402 Gore said while the Patriot Act made some needed changes , it has " turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " " Nevertheless , I believe the Patriot Act has turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " +1 634144 634283 PeopleSoft , of Pleasanton , California , said the deal would increase its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . But PeopleSoft said the new deal should add to its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . +1 675276 675330 An 18-month run for it in Toronto was originally planned as part of a North American tour . When we opened here , we originally planned an 18-month run as a part of a North American tour . +1 728030 727944 Cmdr. Rod Gibbons , an academy spokesman , said , " The academy is shocked and saddened . Naval Academy spokesman Cmdr. Rod Gibbons said : ``Today 's announcement came as a surprise . +0 921105 921039 Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose $ 1.25 to $ 21.75 , and General Motors , which rose 57 cents to $ 37.70 . Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose 77 cents to $ 21.27 , and Johnson & Johnson , which increased 95 cents to $ 53.95 . +1 1398957 1398780 They calculate that one-third of those taking the drug would gain an average of 11 years of life , free of cardiovascular disease . Still , the scientists said , a third of those taking it would benefit , gaining an average of 11 years free of cardiovascular disease . +1 2654352 2654328 " We do not want to stand by and let a credit card lynching take place , " declared Rep. Major Owens ( D-Brooklyn ) . " We don 't want to stand by and see a credit card lynching take place , " he said . +1 960331 960580 The problem likely will mean corrective changes before the shuttle fleet starts flying again . He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . +1 3010424 3010442 In a conference call with reporters , RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie said he sent the request to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . +1 2305921 2305729 And Forrester forecasts that on-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4bn by 2005 , while revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline by eight per cent . On-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4 billion by 2005 , and revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline 8 percent , Forrester predicted . +1 1473451 1473509 The Ministry of Defence is facing a 20m compensation claim from hundreds of Kenyan women who claim they were raped by British soldiers . Hundreds of Kenyan women claiming they were attacked and raped by British soldiers were granted government legal aid Wednesday to pursue their case against the Ministry of Defense . +1 408188 407700 The results were released at Tuesday 's meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and will be published in Thursday 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . +1 1619716 1619614 Music mogul Simon Cowell 's latest project , a reality TV dating show called Cupid , airs in the US on Wednesday . Music mogul Simon Cowell 's new TV dating show has made its debut in the US . +1 559444 559520 The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt an otherwise orderly second round in Serena Williams 's half of the women 's draw . The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt the otherwise orderly second-round progress in the Serena Williams half of the women 's draw . +1 2206822 2206552 Nearly 2,000 pages of transcripts were ordered to be made public after a legal action by the New York Times . The emotional communications were made public after a legal skirmish between the authority and The New York Times . +0 3400555 3400525 Like the outgoing centre-left coalition , the next government is expected to come under pressure to hand over indicted war criminals or risk losing Western aid . The next government is expected quickly to come under pressure to hand over iwar criminals or risk losing crucial Western aid . +1 1599728 1599554 " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light , through the prism of our experience on 9 / 11 . " +0 2180623 2180775 Staff writer Dave Michaels contributed to this report . Staff writers Frank Trejo and Robert Ingrassia contributed to this report . +0 1811787 1811952 New legit download service launches with PC users in mind . BuyMusic is the first subscription-free paid download music service for PC users . +1 2854479 2854521 On the cell 's surface , the foreign components are recognised by other cells that then realise it is infected and kill it . The foreign bits are recognized by other cells that realize it is infected and kill it . +1 1605403 1605715 Unilever Bestfoods said Wednesday it would strip trans fats from its I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter spreads by the middle of next year . Unilever Bestfoods said its " I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter ' margarine spreads will be free of trans fat by next year . +0 1462749 1462789 " We are pleased with the judge 's decision and pleased that they accepted our arguments , " a Merrill spokesman said Tuesday . " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . +1 3181338 3181212 Deasean and Walker , a resident of nearby Barbey Street , were rushed to Brookdale Hospital Medical Center , where they died about 6 p.m. , O 'Brien said . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . +1 1438917 1438953 More than 6,000 companies must get shareholders ' approval before granting their executives options and other stock compensation packages , the Securities and Exchange Commission said Monday . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . +0 512301 512562 What 's next : If finally passed by the House , the measure moves to the Senate . If passed , the measure will return to the Senate for concurrence with House amendments . +0 3433213 3433207 Five pools contained no traces of disinfectant at all . But five pools contained no traces of disinfectant leaving bathers open to cross-infection . +1 309864 309706 Mr Goh on his part , described the visit as especially important - given the SARS situation . Mr Goh said that it was ' especially important given the Sars situation in Singapore ' . +1 1621176 1621114 It is publishing the studies in the July issue of its Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . The reports are among several published this week in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . +1 3179258 3179481 " This blackout was largely preventable , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a briefing on the report . " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . +1 3014176 3014142 The two powerful men also disagree about ethanol ( sacred in Iowa ) and authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaska 's wildlife refuge . They also disagree over ethanol - sacred in Iowa - and on authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaskas wildlife refuge . +0 1881024 1881582 Analysts say Davis , who faces a historic recall election in October , could get a boost in the polls with a budget plan in place . Analysts say Davis , a Democrat , could get a boost in the polls if the 29-day-old budget crisis is resolved without further delay . +0 1958144 1958112 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 6.52 points , or 0.39 percent , at 1,645.66 . +1 2820372 2820184 Blair took over the Labour Party when his predecessor John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . +0 3292578 3292497 Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she would spend the weekend considering the possibility of further legal action . Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she is considering the possibility of further legal action but declined to elaborate . +0 1513796 1513822 He then drove south on Hemphill and west on Drew Street driving about 60 mph , Jones said . After striking the pedestrian , the pickup traveled south on Hemphill Street , then turned west on Drew Street going about 60 mph , Jones said . +0 1521784 1521350 The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10 : 30 a.m. on Redwood Road , above the Sequoia and Redwood intersection . The Fourth of July parade begins at 11 a.m. in downtown Everett , at Colby and Hewitt avenues . +1 1300548 1300525 " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability . " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability , " said Katsumi Ihara , president of Sony Ericsson . +1 2250593 2250464 What 's more , Mr. O 'Neill said that he hoped Hyundai would sell one million vehicles annually in the United States by 2010 . That wasn 't all : by 2010 , Mr. O 'Neill said , he hoped Hyundai would sell 1 million vehicles annually in the United States . +0 289600 289558 Think Dynamics , which is based in Toronto , will become part of IBM 's Software Group . The 36 employees at Think Dynamics will remain in Toronto and become IBM employees , Crowe said . +1 2315720 2315696 State Sen. Vi Simpson , former state and national Democratic chairman Joe Andrew are seeking the Democratic nomination . Leading Democratic candidates are former state and national Democratic Chairman Joe Andrew and State Sen. Vi Simpson , Ellettsville . +1 3450958 3450985 It recommended that consideration be given to making the job of CIA director a career post instead of a political appointment . It suggests that Congress consider making the CIA director a professional position , rather than a political appointment . +0 3071735 3071752 Mr Li , deputy chairman of Cheung Kong Holdings , is the son of Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing . Li is the deputy chairman of Cheung Kong ( Holdings ) Ltd . < 0001.HK > . +1 2708737 2708707 Pope John Paul has health problems but is still at the helm of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide has told Reuters . Pope John Paul has health problems but is firmly in charge of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide told Reuters on Friday . +0 2908313 2908192 Fletcher will not do that , said his campaign manager , Daniel Groves . Richardson and Fletcher campaign manager Daniel Groves rejected the request . +0 1181157 1180896 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gave up 3.88 points , or 0.24 percent , to 1,644.76 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 0.99 points , or 0.1 percent , at 995.69 . +0 64684 64798 Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said many pharmacy customers were also returning recalled products . Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said it highlighted the need for product regulation . +1 2759509 2759477 Kempenaers said some species are still faithful , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross , which mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . Kempenaers said fidelity still exists in some species , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross that mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . +1 2027156 2027061 US troops encountered fire from rocket-propelled grenades , mortars , and small arms coming from bunkers and buildings . The U.S. troops encountered fire from rocket propelled grenades , mortars and small arms originating from bunkers as well as within and atop surrounding buildings . +1 2840083 2840039 HCA Inc . , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 2.21 , or 5.8 percent , to $ 36.14 . HCA Inc . ( nyse : HCA - news - people ) , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 1.21 , or 3.2 percent , to $ 37.14 . +1 193911 194178 They said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed they are worth considering — especially as NATO expands to 26 members . The sponsors said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed it was worth considering - especially as NATO expands to 26 members . +1 544033 543914 They were identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . The three men charged with terrorism have been identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . +1 1386809 1386805 In 2001 and 2002 , wire transfers from 4 of the company 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion , prosecutors said . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . +1 3268473 3268414 Elsewhere , European stocks were barely changed but within a few points of year highs . Elsewhere , European stocks slipped from their highs but stayed within a few points of year highs . +1 1369201 1369173 The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held at a secret location by the United States . The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held by the United States at a secret location . +0 1849884 1849915 His lack of co-operation was allowing other Jemaah Islamiah fugitives to remain at large , Mr Dila told the court . His lack of co-operation was allowing other JI operatives to remain at large , where they threatened further terrorist acts , Mr Dila said . +1 1449289 1449185 " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon said after Tuesday 's meeting . " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Mr Sharon said . +1 2348638 2348556 Random testing of security procedures should also take place . Security assessments of these facilities should take place every three years . +1 2876839 2876840 Two officials initially said about 300 workers had been arrested at 61 stores in 21 states . But the officials later revised the numbers and said about 250 had been arrested at some 60 stores . +0 1853164 1854204 " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , " daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . +1 672378 672334 As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped during yesterday 's trading , decreasing $ 1.42 to close at $ 14.97 . As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped in Monday 's trading , decreasing 87 cents to $ 15.52 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 2529227 2529209 About 400 of those taken into custody were charged with manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . The largest number of arrests , about 400 , were on charges of manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . +0 2413963 2414227 " I 'm disgusted , physically sick in the stomach , " said Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . +1 1149132 1149205 One Republican sent out a flier this week citing a 3.8-percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . One Republican flier cited a 3.8 percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . +1 748158 748178 P & G officials later concluded that the better approach was to split up the contracts to avoid reliance on just one contractor . P & G officials decided it would be wiser to split the contracts to avoid reliance on a sole contractor . +1 2251604 2251573 Under the NBC proposal , Vivendi would merge its U.S. film and TV business with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish-language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . Under a deal with General Electric 's NBC , Vivendi 's film and TV business would merge with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish- language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . +1 1635934 1636048 Belgium said Saturday it has decided to scrap a controversial war crimes law which has seen cases launched against President Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon . Belgium said yesterday that it has decided to scrap a war crimes law used to launch cases against President Bush and Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel . +1 1575335 1575408 " His comments were extremely inappropriate and the decision was an easy one , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . " Savage made an extremely inappropriate comment and the decision to cancel the program was not difficult , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . +1 2927587 2927329 Already , the impact of Chinas moves is sending ripples through the region . Already , China 's moves are sending ripples through the region . +1 218945 218868 He also had management jobs at three space centers before being named director of Stennis . Parsons held engineering management positions at three space centers before being named director of the Stennis center last August . +1 3125139 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 - two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . +1 1071500 1071443 The Commerce ruling Tuesday will impose a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors ( DRAMS ) made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . The Commerce Department imposed a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors , or DRAMS , made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . +0 1195661 1195775 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been gathering information on suspect cases . Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . +1 1723513 1723286 Shares of Mattel were down 13 cents to $ 19.72 on the New York Stock Exchange . Mattel shares were down 1.5 percent in early afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 3181243 3181212 Both were declared dead about 6 p.m. at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . +0 2578398 2578422 In terms of format , DVD music took off while legitimate online music broadened its reach , the IFPI said . DVD music took off , accounting for more than five percent of sales , and legitimate online music broadened its reach . +1 2829195 2829246 Malvo was brought into the courtroom for about two minutes Monday so a witness could identify him . Malvo was in the courtroom for about two minutes yesterday to allow a prosecution witness to identify him . +0 2440474 2440558 They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and 340,000 retirees and spouses . +1 2458876 2459076 The hospital where she is staying is being guarded by about a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers . The hospital has been guarded by more than a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers , said officials . +0 690423 690225 A three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled late Friday that the small size , limited use and secular purpose make the image legitimate . A three-judge panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis overturned a ruling issued last year that supported the ordinance . +1 2467984 2467944 In an interview , Healey , who is a criminologist , acknowledged that much of the sentiment among legislators here and across the country was wariness toward capital punishment . In an interview , Ms. Healey , who is a criminologist , said many lawmakers here and across the country shared a wariness toward capital punishment . +0 2152411 2152008 Today , the Columbia Accident Investigation Board will issue its findings on what caused the accident . The Columbia Accident Investigation Board has placed the blame for the accident squarely on Nasa . +0 507752 507554 " I 'm not aware of any changes in policy - we have contacts with them , they will continue . " " Our policies are well-known and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy . +1 2565169 2565078 Telemarketers who call listed numbers could face FCC fines of up to $ 120,000 . Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . +1 781894 781633 The compensation committee will prohibit securities industry directors from sitting on it . The exchange also said its five-person compensation committee will consist only of directors from outside the securities industry . +1 283607 283690 Immediately after the blast , people portraying some of the 150 " victims " stumbled amid the wreckage as emergency vehicles converged on the scene . Immediately after the small explosion , people portraying victims stumbled amid the wreckage as fire trucks and other emergency vehicles converged . +1 2204002 2204069 " This is , I think , a very seminal moment in our agency 's history , " Mr O 'Keefe said . " I think we are at a seminal moment in the history of this agency , " he said . +1 2532994 2532909 British police claim they have been taking statements from more than 30 of the women . British military police have also been taking statements from 30 of the women who have made the allegations . +1 82938 83014 A group of investors wants to start a TV network aimed at the estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . A group of investors said Friday it wants to start a television network aimed at the interests of an estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . +1 2933868 2933701 He said that in early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists . " In early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists , " Williams said . +0 572581 572736 Derrick Todd Lee is helped from a plane in Baton Rouge , Wednesday . Derrick Todd Lee , 34 , is shown in this photo released by the police in Baton Rouge , Monday . +1 2128403 2128443 They also said the rule will make the nation 's electrical system more reliable -- a high-profile issue after last week 's massive power blackout . They also said the rule will improve the reliability of the nation 's electrical system , which is needed after last week 's massive power blackout . +1 2784756 2784682 Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on a controversial gas project , a reform of a free market energy law and constitutional reforms . Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on the gas project , a reform of energy laws and constitutional changes . +1 3347012 3347199 Yesterday , this honor was given to Firefighter Thomas C. Brick , who died last Tuesday battling a fire in an Upper Manhattan warehouse . They were there to honor Brick , who died Tuesday battling a four-alarm blaze in an upper Manhattan warehouse . +1 550074 550082 In the settlement , Tyrer agreed to pay $ US1.06 million in allegedly ill-gotten trading profits and $ US342,195 in interest , the SEC said . To settle the charges , Mr. Tyrer agreed to surrender $ 1.06 million in trading profits and $ 342,195 in interest . +1 1787563 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the 17-year-old involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . +0 297503 297732 He was also expected to visit Yemen and Bahrain during his tour of the region . Khatami , who arrived in Beirut Monday , was also to visit Syria , Yemen and Bahrain . +0 312392 312450 Opposition to the bill has come from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and members of Congress . Besides a federal judge , the criticism has mounted from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and some congressional leaders . +0 2328134 2328113 After the shooting , Hoffine fled to the nearby home of a friend , and allowed her and her daughter to leave . Hoffine drove to the home of a friend and told her what he had done before allowing the woman and her daughter to leave , Hurley said . +0 1906198 1906345 He gave a surprisingly impassioned speech to the United Steelworkers of America , who announced their endorsement yesterday . On Tuesday , he picked up the endorsement of the United Steelworkers of America . +1 582748 582674 Merrill neither admitted to nor denied wrongdoing in the accord . Merrill Lynch did not admit to wrongdoing in the accord . +1 666189 666235 Mr. Marshall demonstrated a preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act . Marshall demonstrated his preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act that was passed in November 1964 . +1 3236257 3236303 The FTC judge is set to render a decision on Dec. 18 , which is viewed as the final chapter of a long-standing legal saga that 's dragged on for years . The FTC decision is viewed as the final leg in a longstanding legal saga that has dragged on for years . +0 557353 557232 The lawmakers were departing Wednesday and expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday . The lawmakers expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday and leave Sunday for South Korea . +1 3394863 3394664 Authorities said the bodies of a man and woman were recovered on Friday from a camping ground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 caravans . Two other bodies were recovered on Friday from a campground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 trailers . +1 2009317 2009591 Democrats currently hold a 17-15 advantage in the state 's congressional delegation . The Texas congressional delegation now is 17-15 Democratic . +0 1927835 1927803 He said that most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place late on Thursday evening . Most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place , the second such incident in three weeks . +1 2363561 2363551 The awards are being announced today by the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation . The prizes , from the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation , will be awarded Friday in New York . +1 2343043 2342960 According to the survey , last years identity theft losses to businesses and financial institutions totaled nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses . Identity theft cost businesses and financial institutions nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses last year , according to the FTC . +1 2511405 2511384 The company also became synonymous with ethical business practices . Levi became known for ethical business practices . +1 2238966 2239003 Peterson , 27 , was eight months pregnant when she disappeared in the days before Christmas . Peterson was almost eight months pregnant when she was reported missing . +1 1941671 1941684 At present , the FCC will not request personal identifying information prior to allowing access to the wireless network . The FCC said that it won 't request personal identifying information before allowing people to access the wireless network . +1 261723 261954 The US on Tuesday assembled a coalition of more than a dozen countries to launch a World Trade Organisation case against the European Union 's ban on new genetically modified crops . The US on Tuesday filed a long-anticipated case in the World Trade Organisation aimed at forcing the European Union to lift its de facto moratorium on genetically modified foods . +1 3065846 3065703 A federal appeals court yesterday reinstated perjury charges against a San Diego student accused of lying about his association with 9 / 11 hijackers . A U.S. appeals court in New York reinstated perjury charges against a Grossmont College student accused of lying about his knowledge of two of the Sept . 11 hijackers . +1 597385 596832 Kerr , who won three championships with the Chicago Bulls in the 90 's and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , 3 assists and 2 rebounds . Kerr , who won three NBA titles with Chicago and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , three assists and two rebounds . +0 1478072 1477994 " If the other rating agencies also downgrade us .. The two other national rating agencies are waiting to take action . +1 1245664 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , the Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . +0 1431345 1431763 He caused a stir by misnaming the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz . He greeted the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz , as " Alex . " +1 1051647 1051745 Lloyds TSB confirmed on Tuesday it was " considering its options " over the sale of its National Bank of New Zealand subsidiary . Lloyds TSB yesterday confirmed that it had received bids for its National Bank of New Zealand operation . +1 2343280 2343315 The reading for both August and July is the best seen since the survey began in August 1997 . It is the highest reading since the index was created in August 1997 . +1 3001417 3001446 Former U.S. Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died this afternoon in his home after a long battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . +1 1091308 1091292 Instead , bond bulls focus on the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . Still , bond bulls can take comfort in the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . +1 114363 114587 He also drove in a run on a groundout against Franklin in the fifth . He drove in another run in the fifth inning on a groundout . +1 356757 356716 In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects on Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior official said . Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . +1 2697641 2697724 Novelist Michael Peterson was convicted Friday of murdering his wife , whose body was found in a pool of blood at the bottom of a staircase in their home . A jury convicted novelist Michael Peterson Friday of bludgeoning his wife of five years in the stairwell of their home . +0 2797312 2797224 President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . " But success requires more than American assistance , " Bush said in the first speech to a joint session of Philippine Congress by a U.S. president since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . +1 98413 98644 Allied forces have overthrown the government , moved into Saddam Hussein 's palaces and started to patrol the streets of the capital . Allied forces have defeated Saddam 's military , moved into his palaces and started to patrol Baghdad . +1 1632002 1631786 They went into the operations of their own free will , " their father Dadollah Bijani said . They went into the operation on their own free will , ' Reuters quoted their father , Mr Dadollah Bijani , as saying . +1 222989 223008 The yield on the 3 5 / 8 percent February 2013 note dropped 2 basis points to 3.66 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . +1 2862391 2862245 " Imagine that in someone 's fucking brain , " Klebold said . Imagine , one said , what a bullet would do in someone 's brain . +1 2464233 2464268 " Approximately 60 per cent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish , " he said . " Approximately 60 percent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish . " +1 201901 201831 Previously he had seen the grinning mechanic from east Java only on television . Mr Hughes had seen Amrozi 's face on television , the infamous images of the grinning mechanic from east Java . +1 3214661 3214345 As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . +1 3434600 3434628 MySQL AB on Tuesday announced that it had ported its open-source database to the HP-UX operating system on the 64-bit Intel Itanium 2 processor . The company updated the MySQL 4.0 software with the ability to run on the HP-UX 11i Unix operating system and Linux on servers equipped with Intel 's 64-bit Itanium 2 processor . +0 698947 698931 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC edged up 2.84 points , or 0.18 percent , at 1,593.59 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX added 1.14 points , or 0.12 percent , at 968.14 . +1 2924601 2924957 " The question that has to be penetrated is , how did 38 visits over 2 years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation ? " " The question that has to be penetrated is how did 38 visits over two years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation , " Ryan said in an interview . +1 299230 299131 Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said that portion of the DMCA gives too much leeway to copyright holders . Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said Monday that section 512 hands too much power to copyright holders . +1 1771134 1771094 The S3C2440 CPU supports major operating systems including Microsoft Windows CE / Pocket PC , Palm OS , Symbian , and Linux . It supports the Windows CE , Palm , Symbian , and Linux operating systems . +1 2265273 2265154 The transaction will expand the revenue from Callebaut 's consumer products business to 45 percent of total sales from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . +1 3167210 3167144 Meanwhile , law enforcement officials in Palm Beach County , Fla . , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million mansion , said his drug use is under investigation . A law enforcement source in Palm Beach County , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million oceanfront mansion , said last week that Limbaugh 's drug use is still under investigation . +1 1530576 1530531 State Rep. Ron Wilson , D-Houston , joined committee Republicans in voting for the map . State Rep. Ron Wilson , a Houston Democrat , joined nine Republicans in approving the bill Saturday . +1 2690103 2690016 State unemployment last month stood at 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . +0 2776997 2776959 The three chains have replaced most of the 70,000 striking workers with temporary employees to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . +1 2833095 2833505 Government workers trapped in a burning downtown office tower frantically dialed 911 as they tried to make their way through smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . Some people trapped in a burning high-rise building in Chicago 's Loop business district frantically dialed 911 for help in escaping the smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . +0 196097 195724 Because of the distance between the two chambers , the eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky . The eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky , even though all the principals will be Republicans . +1 2874983 2874972 Their groundbreaking contributions commercialize technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development . " " Their groundbreaking contributions commercialise technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development , " it said . +0 1589051 1588829 Oak Brook , IL-based McDonalds is expected to launch several hundred restaurants by year 's end . The company 's goal is to offer wireless service at several hundred restaurants by year 's end . +1 2359415 2359452 The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . +0 1757141 1756840 Mr. Hampton had been living at a residence for AIDS patients in Beth Israel Hospital . Hampton , 39 , died in Beth Israel Hospital , Tipograph said . +0 1567124 1567171 Already suffering with the nation 's worst credit rating , the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . The Davis administration says the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . +1 713224 713249 Testing of the swimsuit at a state police lab and at a private lab in Virginia had not yet been able determine whether it belonged to Bish , Conte said . Testing at a Massachusetts State Police lab and a private Virginia lab has not been able to determine whether the swimsuit belonged to Bish , Conte said yesterday . +1 430913 430721 Under the final tax bill , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 per cent until the end of 2008 . Under the compromise , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 percent through 2008 . +1 1499006 1499172 A grassy field and asphalt island , topped with an ATM , sit where Orville Wright once developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . Orville Wright 's laboratory was once there - where he developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . +0 1640087 1639841 Shares of GE were slipping 17 cents , or 0.6 % , to $ 28.02 in Instinet premarket trading . Shares in GE were down 7 cents to $ 28.12 by the close of trading in New York . +1 813531 813243 The presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church , Frank T. Griswold III , declined , through a spokesman , to comment on the development Saturday . The presiding bishop of the Episcopal church , Frank Griswold , declined to comment on Saturday 's development . +1 3050741 3050597 IAC 's stock closed yesterday down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent , at $ 34.19 . InterActiveCorp 's shares closed at $ 34.19 , down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent on the Nasdaq Stock Market . +1 2049268 2049336 Memories also live on of the bloody debacle in Somalia 10 years ago -- the last major US military involvement in Africa . Memories also live on of a bloody debacle in Somalia a decade ago -- the last major U.S. military involvement in Africa . +1 2303745 2303559 He faces up to 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine if convicted . If convicted , Parson faces up to 10 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $ 250,000 . +0 2332152 2332298 At 5 p.m. EDT , Henri had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with some gusts reaching 60 mph . At 8 p.m. Friday , Henri was becoming disorganized , but still had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with stronger gusts . +0 200007 199991 " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . " It 's a huge black eye , " Arthur Sulzberger , the newspaper 's publisher , said of the scandal . +1 735679 735698 The industry is working with the FDA " to get firm answers and not just speculation , " he told Reuters Health . Companies are working with the FDA and academics " to try and get some firm answers and not just speculation , " Jarman said . +1 1143990 1144182 It would have been the first time in Texas history that the comptroller had not certified the budget . Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . +0 1480772 1481197 Sales at Ford fell 0.1 percent while sales at DaimlerChrysler rose 7 percent . Truck sales for the world 's No. 2 automaker dropped 4.1 percent , while its car sales dropped 13.7 percent . +1 2291870 2292062 The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 per cent , said Dr Leo Bossaert , executive director of the European Resuscitation Council . The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 percent , said Bossaert , a professor at the University Hospital in Antwerp , Belgium . +0 3444261 3444335 GREAT train robber Ronnie Biggs was fighting for life last night after a massive heart attack . Great Train Robber Ronnie Biggs was back in jail tonight after being treated in hospital for pneumonia . +1 2288200 2288297 Russian and Saudi officials on Monday signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas sector . After talks , Russian and Saudi energy ministers signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas industry . +0 1910368 1910629 A judge stayed an injunction against RIM that would have prevented it from selling the Blackberry device and services in the United States . NTP also said it would seek an injunction preventing RIM from selling the BlackBerry in the United States . +1 684554 684840 Imam Samudra , 32 , is accused of being the " field commander " of the October 12 attacks that killed 202 people , mostly tourists . Imam Samudra is charged with playing a key role in the planning and execution of the Oct. 12 attacks , that killed 202 people , mostly foreign tourists . +1 119089 119131 This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend towards open source support of business applications . This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend toward open-source support among business application vendors . +1 3153729 3153788 Dusenbery 's fiancee , Jessica Wheat , said he was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . Jessica Wheat , who said she and Dusenbery were planning to marry , said Dusenbery was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . +1 126723 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said that a search is in progress but would not comment on its status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . +0 919945 919979 Three Federal Reserve speakers and the Fed 's anecdotal summary of U.S. economic conditions could help firm expectations . At 1800 GMT , the Federal Reserve issues its Beige Book summary of U.S. economic conditions . +0 1253232 1252575 The U.N. Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . Children get sick from drinking the water : The United Nations Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . +0 1140118 1140237 Billy Hodge , 11 , is engrossed with the Harry Potter series books . Indeed , the Harry Potter series stands in a class by itself . +1 1819331 1819007 Mr Eddington warned yesterday that the future of the airline was " in the hands of the negotiators " . " The future of BA is in the hands of the negotiators , " Eddington told British Broadcasting Corp. television on Sunday . +1 1587317 1587467 Selling it symbolically writes a finish to that chapter in the administration of our city schools . " " Selling it symbolically writes ' Finish ' to that chapter in the administration of our city 's schools , " he said . +1 921225 921296 The SIA said chip sales were expect to rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9bn next year , followed by a 5.8 in 2005 . The SIA forecast that chip sales next year will rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9 billion , followed by a 5.8 percent increase to $ 191.5 billion in 2005 . +1 3022894 3023029 Peterson has been charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and son . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . +1 129774 130001 U.S. stocks fell , led by computer-related shares , after network-equipment maker Cisco Systems Inc. said sales will be unchanged this quarter . U.S. stocks fell after Cisco Systems Inc . , the world 's biggest maker of networking-equipment , forecast that sales will be unchanged this quarter . +1 2163103 2162889 Mr. Dewhurst has called for a " cooling period " between special sessions , which could give the Democrats some time at home . Mr. Dewhurst has suggested a cooling-off period , which could give the senators time to go home . +1 2193036 2193004 Mr. Weingarten said that he expected Mr. Ebbers , who turned 62 yesterday , to be fully exonerated at trial . Mr. Ebbers ' attorney Reid Weingarten said he expects Mr. Ebbers to be exonerated . +1 2298330 2298202 The four fund companies named by Spitzer each said they 're cooperating with his investigation . All the fund companies have said they are cooperating with Spitzer 's probe . +0 1598729 1598699 Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most - performers who have a hard time lining up work . +0 100857 100809 Now Infogrames has decided to change its name to Atari . Infogrames is to change its name to Atari when NASDAQ opens for trading tomorrow . +0 3270421 3270325 At 10 p.m. , Odette was centered about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica , and was moving northeast near 8 mph . At 10 p.m. Thursday , Odette was about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica and about 900 miles south-southeast of Palm Beach . +1 701798 701818 AMC has since asked the experienced Fluor company of the US to produce a detailed costing of the project , but the report is still two weeks away . AustMag has since asked the experienced US company Fluor to produce a detailed costing of the project but the report is still two weeks away . +1 83225 83171 The researchers found only empty cavities and scar tissue where the tumors had been . No tumors were detected ; rather , empty cavities and scar tissue were found in their place . +0 2843412 2843603 The House has already approved the measure , and Congress twice sent similar legislation to President Clinton , who vetoed it . Congress twice sent similar legislation to former President Bill Clinton , who vetoed it . +1 2949057 2949004 Mr. Bush has credited the Dallas pastor with helping to inspire the idea of using federal dollars to fund faith-based programs . He has credited Dr. Evans with helping to inspire the idea of federal financing for faith-based programs . +0 2654042 2653952 Attorney Patricia Anderson , who represents the Schindlers in the courtroom tug-of-war with their son-in-law , declined to comment on the case . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . +1 666485 666401 The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . The court Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . +0 389849 389790 " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " Ashcroft said . " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " said Assistant Attorney General Michael Chertoff of the Criminal Division . +1 1814019 1813836 Those systems typically combine institutional and community-based care and are financed by a combination of state , federal , and private dollars . Those systems typically combine institutional and community care and are paid for with combinations of state , federal and private money . +1 2704921 2704886 A passer-by found Ben hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. , with his hands still taped together but his feet free . A passer-by found the boy hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. Thursday , with his feet free but his hands still taped . +1 3279619 3279661 The companies uniformly declined to give specific numbers on customer turnover , saying they will release those figures only when they report overall company performance at year-end . The companies , however , declined to give specifics on customer turnover , saying they would release figures only when they report their overall company performance . +0 1715931 1715779 Chaudhry was released 56 days later and the Fiji military installed an all-indigenous government led by Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . The Fijian military installed an all-indigenous government led by Mr Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . +0 543292 543234 Russia had closed checkpoints on parts of the border with China and Mongolia until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . Russia has closed dozens of checkpoints on the border with China and Mongolia , which has also reported SARS cases , until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . +1 2190772 2190744 Nonetheless , the open-source guru insisted , " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals . " " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals , " Raymond said . +0 3334590 3334546 The U.S. military on Dec. 2 began a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country , where Taliban activity has been highest . Since Dec. 2 the U.S. military has been engaged in a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country . +0 2688978 2688946 Britz earned $ 3.77 million in salary , bonus and other compensation , and Kinney earned $ 3.76 million . Johnston made $ 5.8 million in salary and bonus in 2001 as president , and as a part-time adviser earned $ 1 million in 2002 . +1 1869077 1868927 But the company said that its competitors simply were trying to hinder MCI 's emergence from bankruptcy . But the company said over the weekend that its competitors were simply trying to throw up roadblocks to MCIs emergence from bankruptcy . +0 3006632 3006484 As a result , Murphy sought to substitute Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , as the trustee . Murphy said Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , was in the courtroom at the time , but Strier was not . +1 729170 729288 " This moves us a lot closer to saying that the foam can do this kind of damage , " said Hubbard , a member of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board . " I think this moves us a lot closer toward saying that foam can do this kind of damage , " Hubbard said . +1 2460900 2460879 Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent ’ s team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20 mile ( 30 km ) long Disraeli Fjord . Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent 's team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20-mile-long Disraeli Fjord . +1 753324 753250 Instead , tickets for the Jersey jam went on sale last night through Ticketmaster . Tickets , available through Ticketmaster , went on sale yesterday . +1 98427 98654 On Wednesday , a man was shot near Kut as he tried to run over two marines at a checkpoint . On Wednesday , the Marines shot an attacker near the town of Al-Kut as he tried to run over two Marines at a checkpoint . +1 3294368 3294400 Among the proposals is one for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next CHOGM meeting in two years . Among the proposals being considered is for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in two years . +0 2564884 2565012 The percentage of Americans without health coverage rose from 14.6 to 15.2 . The percentage of Californians without health insurance was unchanged , the report showed . +1 374633 374276 Yesterday 's ruling is a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , he said , but there is more to be done . He said the court 's ruling was a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , but that there was more to be done . +1 2565183 2565368 A ruling last week by U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry triggered a whirlwind of activity in Washington . The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . +0 2808363 2808393 Seven people were taken to hospital today after a second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . The leader of the country ’ s biggest rail union threatened industrial action today following the second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . +1 3264637 3264648 The quick conviction followed a 21 / 2-week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . +0 1233840 1234052 IDEC shareholders would own 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company , and Biogen shareholders the remaining 49.5 percent . The companies said Idec holders would own about 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company . +1 3237014 3237103 U.S. officials say Hussein loyalists do not require high-technology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . U.S. officials say operatives loyal to the ousted Saddam government do not require hightechnology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . +1 3437707 3437406 Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach LLP said it filed suit in a New York court on Monday on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund . Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach filed the lawsuit , which seeks class-action status , on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund in federal court in Manhattan . +1 2760853 2760820 Both figures were below consensus expectations , but August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fueling a dollar rally . But August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fuelling a dollar rally . +1 882187 882090 Attorneys for the Roman Catholic archdiocese and nearly 250 alleged victims began meeting last week to reach an out-of-court settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . +1 1513826 1513799 The two other passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist Fort Worth hospitals with critical injuries . Two additional passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist hospitals , both with what was described as critical injuries . +1 1375466 1376092 The new law requires libraries and schools to use filters or lose federal financing . The 6-3 ruling reinstates a law that told libraries to install filters or surrender federal money . +1 2713566 2713602 At first , the animals ’ performance declined compared to the sessions on the joystick . At first , the animals ' performance declined compared with the joystick sessions . +0 2565365 2565470 " The public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " he said at a White House ceremony . " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " Mr. Bush said . +1 1805942 1806008 Lucent 's stock was off 7 cents , or 3.7 percent , at $ 1.84 in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Lucent shares fell 8 cents , or 4.19 percent , to $ 1.83 a share in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . +0 637337 637102 McBride dismissed Novell 's Unix ownership claims as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " " We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community , " McBride said . +0 2304663 2304743 Although they no longer get the glory , desktop PC exceeded IDC 's shipment expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . Desktop PC shipments also exceeded IDC 's expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . +1 3023907 3023990 " Clearly it is a tragic day for Americans , " he said in Washington . " It 's clearly a tragic day for America , " Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said in Washington . +1 1363236 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast creates a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . +1 2281720 2281824 PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . In July , PC-related products were the strongest sector with microprocessors up 5.6 per cent and DRAMs up 8.2 per cent over June . +0 2398653 2398717 Last month , The Washington Post Co. introduced Express , a tabloid distributed largely along transit routes . Last month The Washington Post also launched a free tabloid aimed at younger readers called the Express . +1 844668 844525 After a tense stand-off , the battlewagon turned back . After the French threatened to open fire , the battlewagon turned back . +1 2965162 2965125 Ten , two mobile homes and numerous outbuildings were destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . He said eight or nine homes had been destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . +0 3315915 3315684 Limbaugh 's lawyer , Roy Black , has accused the Palm Beach State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for investigating whether the conservative radio commentator bought painkillers illegally . Limbaugh 's attorney , Roy Black , has accused the State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for its investigation . +1 345799 345827 The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bps ( bits per second ) within the next two years , a senior Cisco Systems Inc. executive said Wednesday . The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bit / sec within the next two years , a senior Cisco executive said Wednesday . +0 3020766 3020743 Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack had been headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . +0 3416795 3416666 He also wrote the state was right to execute a search warrant at the store . He said he had told the state police to execute a search warrant but stop if they encountered resistance . +1 1551941 1551886 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 3 p.m. Arizona time Sunday . +1 2359498 2359373 Only the Intel Corporation has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . +0 176016 175686 Shares of Ahold rose 12 cents , or 2.3 percent , to 5.35 euros in Amsterdam . Ahold 's U.S. shares rose 52 cents , or 9 percent , to $ 6.30 . +0 1260657 1260284 Michelle Wie chips Sunday during her 1-up victory over Virada Nirapathpongporn in the 27th U.S. Women 's Amateur Public Links Championship . Now she has her first trophy after victory in the US Women 's Amateur Public Links here on Sunday . +1 1970412 1970729 Powell 's rendition of the third conversation made it more incriminating , by saying an officer ordered that the area be " cleared out . " Powell 's version made it seem more sinister when he said an officer on the tape ordered that the area be " cleared out . " +0 452901 452846 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . +0 488383 488290 The euro soared to US $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back slightly to US $ 1.1895 as trading opened in Europe . The euro soared to $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back to $ 1.1884 in late European trading , up from $ 1.1857 late Monday . +1 2193364 2193349 PBL 's Channel Nine has been billed as Australia 's most popular commercial station after it recently recorded 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . Channel Nine has been billed as the most popular commercial station after recently recording 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . +1 2383571 2383561 The Nasdaq composite index rose 15.82 , or 0.9 percent , to 1,861.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 17.48 points , or 0.95 percent , at 1,863.18 . +1 2059075 2059189 It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted on BugTraq . " " It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted , " it added . +1 71430 71501 The money was taken at 4 a.m. on March 18 , hours before the U.S. launched its first air strikes , the newspaper said . The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . +1 2479142 2479120 " The company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority , " the statement said . The Company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority in all business practices , " AOL added . +1 2062463 2062539 Nvidia shares lost 58 cents ( U.S. ) or 3.46 per cent to $ 16.20 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Nvidia 's stock fell 65 cents , or almost 4 percent , to $ 16.13 on Nasdaq . +0 2740505 2740326 Yang would dine on shredded pork with garlic and kung pao chicken washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . Yang was to dine on specially designed packets of shredded pork with garlic and " eight treasure " rice , washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . +0 1262752 1262792 Cullen is replacing former chief privacy officer Richard Purcell , who left earlier this year . The job had been vacant since Richard Purcell left earlier this year . +0 3313770 3313492 Singapore reported no suspected SARS cases Wednesday , but officials quarantined 70 people who had contact with the Taiwanese patient . Still , Singapore quarantined 70 people who had been in close contact with the scientist . +0 381114 381167 The agencies warn that the " insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans . " The insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans , so cracks should be sealed , they recommend . +0 1313226 1312848 Mallard 's friend , Clete Jackson , and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , pleaded guilty last year to dumping Biggs ' body . That night Jackson and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , went with Mallard to her house . +1 1365816 1365635 " Oh , it 's never fun to be No 4 , especially if you 've been No 1 before . " It 's never fun to be No. 4 , especially if you 've been No. 1 before , ' ' said Williams . " +1 313831 313291 It consisted of eight blacks , two Guyanese and two whites . The new jury consisted of eight blacks , two whites and two jurors of Guyanese descent . +0 131787 132098 But Nelson claims he did it because he was drunk on beer , not because Rosenbaum was jewish . Those two witnesses say that Nelson confessed to killing Rosenbaum , but claimed he did it because he was drunk on beer . +1 2170932 2170835 In the 1990 's , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs ate away at the shuttle program 's safety margins . In the 1990s , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs etched away at the shuttle program 's thin margins of safety . +1 608034 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . +1 2581167 2581252 The 5,000 members have already pledged to relocate to the selected state , Free State Project organizers say . The project already has more than 5,000 members committed to relocating to the " free state . " +0 2186975 2186979 In Hong Kong , 24 patients were quarantined Wednesday after seven public hospital workers developed flu-like symptoms . This after seven health care workers at a public hospital fell ill with flu-like symptoms . +0 1054682 1054537 By late afternoon , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.81 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,331.77 , having gained 201 points Monday to its highest level since July 2002 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 8.76 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,310.20 , having gained 201 points Monday . +1 1812255 1812313 On Friday , every major exhibitor will donate time to play daily trailers on all screens in more than 5,000 U.S. theaters . Beginning Friday , every major exhibitor in the country will donate time to play trailers in more than 5,000 theaters across the United States . +1 1801777 1801802 The charges came after the federal government prohibited the sheik from speaking with the media and imposed special measures restricting his access to mail , the telephone and visitors . The charges came after the federal government imposed special administrative measures restricting the sheik 's access to mail , the telephone and visitors and prohibiting him from speaking with the media . +1 2461524 2461528 The updated 64-bit operating system , Windows XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems , will run natively on AMD Athlon 64 processor-powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . Windows XP 64-bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems will support AMD64 technology , running natively on AMD Athlon 64 powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . +0 1217672 1217567 " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Mr. Powell said , referring to the killing of Abdullah Qawasmeh , a leading Hamas figure . " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Powell told a news conference in neighboring Jordan . +0 2229419 2229908 The department 's position threatens to alienate social conservatives , who have provided strong political support for Mr. Ashcroft and President Bush . The department 's stance disappointed some abortion opponents , and it threatens to alienate social conservatives who have provided strong political support for Ashcroft and President Bush . +0 127586 127652 French President Jacques Chirac was said to have demanded that a European company provide the engines . French President Jacques Chirac was also reported to have supported the European bid . +1 821296 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . +1 3017248 3017177 Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company statement said . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " +0 1741899 1741943 " His statement is that he possibly hit the gas instead of the brakes , " Mr Butts said . " He says he couldn 't stop the vehicle ... his statement is he possibly hit the gas instead of the brake , " Butts said . +1 2798317 2798487 Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action yesterday after they abandoned their night patrol to watch David Blaine . Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action today after they abandoned their street patrol to go and watch the American illusionist David Blaine . +1 1972375 1972241 Whitey Bulger is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . A former FBI informant , Whitey Bulger is now on the agency 's " Ten Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . +0 599474 599497 Humphries , and his father William , were on the IU campus Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning . Humphries , and his father , William , arrived at IU in the early afternoon and spent the day with IU coach Mike Davis . +1 2922492 2922548 He also worked in the Virginia attorney general 's office . Before that he held various posts in Virginia , including deputy attorney general . +1 1096217 1096374 Blue chips edged lower by midday on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . U.S. stocks fell in early morning trade on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . +1 1754723 1754661 " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " said the official , referring to the section that contained the State Department 's dissent . " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " he said , referring to the annex . +1 347271 347376 At least 2 female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 people who have had contact with them have been quarantined . At least two female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses now have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 of their contacts have been quarantined . +1 3147467 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , the American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . +1 1116151 1116373 The rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat and stabbed others , police said . On Tuesday night rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat or stabbed others . +1 276403 276121 Congo 's many-sided war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the government in Kinshasa . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . +0 2365740 2365690 Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he spoke with Kernan not long before the oath of office ceremony . Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he 'll miss the governor 's civility most . +0 2414757 2414471 For the first time starting Thursday , all four pages of the Constitution will be on view instead of just the first and last pages . And for the first time , all four pages of the Constitution will be on permanent display . +1 173875 173602 Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen has strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened . Japan 's Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen had strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened in the market to stem the yen 's rise . +0 2005797 2005527 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group in North America . +1 1801 886 The S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes recorded their third straight week of gains . Both the S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes have scored three straight weeks of gains . +1 786528 786557 Two years later , the insurance coverage would begin . Under the agreement , Medicare coverage for drug benefits would begin in 2006 . +1 720580 720648 He said there were complex reasons for the increased numbers of cases and scientists were only just beginning to understand the risk factors . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . +1 2688423 2688373 After all , China isn 't racing anyoneso there 's no great rush , " Clark said . After all , China isn ’ t racing anyone … so there ’ s no great rush , ” Clark said . +1 2661769 2661835 Additionally , the new Server Admin tool is intended to make it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the services built into Panther Server . In addition , Apple 's new Server Admin tool makes it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the complete set of services built into Panther Server . +1 2033467 2033490 Furthermore , Bremer estimated that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al-Islam have slipped back into the country since May 1 . Furthermore , Mr Bremer said that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al Islam had slipped back into the country since May 1 . +1 61572 61769 Holders of paper bonds will be able , though not required , to convert to electronic accounts . Beginning sometime next year , holders of existing paper bonds will be encouraged to exchange them for electronic versions . +1 1450152 1450239 Labor 's Julia Gillard said it was a " major failure of coastal surveillance " . Opposition politicians have described it as a " major failure in coastal surveillance " . +1 1767158 1767363 The suspected militants ambushed the convoy Saturday near the town of Spinboldak , said U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge . The suspected militants ambushed the convoy near the town of Spinboldak , U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge said Sunday , a day after the attack . +1 957369 957420 She has also signed a contract with Random House to write two books . Pauley also announced Thursday that she has struck a deal with Random House to pen two books . +0 969513 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . +0 633745 633767 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.67 , or 1.2 percent , to 975.26 , having risen 3.3 percent last week . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . +1 59595 59553 The retailer said it came to the decision after hearing the opinions of customers and associates . The decision came after " listening to our customers and associates , " Melissa Berryhill , a spokeswoman for Wal-Mart , said . +1 953483 953746 Analysts attributed the increase in part to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . WCOEQ.PK and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target . Analysts attributed its rise to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . < WCOEQ.PK > and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target , among other factors . +0 2198624 2198903 The NEA report , the " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas . The NEA report , " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas and mold the country 's image of teachers . +1 774533 774306 Paul Themba Nyathi , an MDC spokesman , said the Avenues Clinic was being targeted because it was treating opposition supporters . MDC spokesperson Paul Themba Nyathi said the Avenues Clinic was targeted because it was handling opposition supporters . +1 1057546 1057424 Federal Judge William Barbour said Tuesday he imposed the maximum sentence because Avants showed no remorse in the brutal slaying . U.S. District Judge William Barbour said he imposed the maximum because Avants showed no remorse . +1 453219 453181 " These are dark days for our industry , " Giovanni Bisignani , director general of the Geneva-based organization , said in a statement . " These are dark days for our industry , " the Geneva-based International Air Transport Association 's Director-General Giovanni Bisignani said . +0 2147554 2147520 US Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline , which transports crude from Colombia 's second-biggest oil field . U.S. Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline . +0 2054430 2054818 Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , argued that the freeze is for only a few months . Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , said the bill won 't freeze rates as its supporters claim . +1 863474 863505 She was the only woman in her unit and a member of Teamsters Local 995 . She was the only woman employed as a warehouse worker and heavy equipment operator and the only woman in her Teamsters local . +1 2962749 2962720 After consulting with experts , he said he was advised a delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family . Experts say the delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family , Thibault said . +0 1281485 1281634 Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . Analysts have estimated that the two networks could fetch as much as $ 7 billion . +1 1396360 1396347 Microsoft favors setting up " independent e-mail trust authorities to establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " Gates says he wants to see " independent e-mail trust authorities " who " establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " +1 720493 720648 " The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and we are only just beginning to understand the risk factors , " he said . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . +1 2228681 2228695 The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was reprinted this week on the website http : / / www.smokinggun.com. The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was re-printed this week on the Web Site www.thesmokinggun.com. +1 487240 487102 Trevor Fetter , who returned to Tenet as president last November , has been appointed as acting CEO , the company said . The board has appointed Trevor Fetter , who returned to the company as president last November , as acting CEO . +1 1469341 1469352 The Fox Movie Channel has banned Charlie Chan . Charlie Chan is off the case for the Fox Movie Channel . +1 3052786 3052810 The 3 { hours of recordings include conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . Among them are conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . +0 1607481 1607344 Germans account for more than 40 percent of foreign visitors coming to Italy . Germans represent more than a quarter of all foreign visitors to Italy and 40 percent of hotel bookings . +1 3021663 3021933 Muhammad and fellow sniper suspect Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . Mr. Muhammad , 42 , and 18-year-old Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial separately Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . +1 3058389 3058484 Thursday , Mr. Romanow called it an offence to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . Yesterday , Mr. Romanow said it was an affront to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . +1 1279583 1279615 " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize , " said Chief Financial Officer Robert Rivet . 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The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..4aa23c25b2 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml @@ -0,0 +1,24 @@ +# this is configuration for using NNI built-in advisors +authorName: default +experimentName: bert_adl +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 24h +maxTrialNum: 36 +nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.120 +trainingServicePlatform: adl +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +useAnnotation: false +advisor: + builtinAdvisorName: BOHB + classArgs: + optimize_mode: maximize +trial: + command: python3 /root/examples/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 1 + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test-bert + imagePullSecrets: + - name: stagingsecret + checkpoint: + storageClass: aws-efs + storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuner.yml b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuner.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..abb8ac166d --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuner.yml @@ -0,0 +1,25 @@ +# this is configuration for using NNI built-in tuners +authorName: default +experimentName: bert_adl +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 24h +maxTrialNum: 36 +nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.120 +trainingServicePlatform: adl +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner + builtinTunerName: TPE + classArgs: + optimize_mode: maximize +trial: + command: python3 /root/examples/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 1 + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test-bert + imagePullSecrets: + - name: stagingsecret + checkpoint: + storageClass: aws-efs + storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuun.yml b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuun.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..8afd96ab71 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuun.yml @@ -0,0 +1,57 @@ +# this is configuration for using TUUN tuner +authorName: default +experimentName: bert_adl +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 24h +maxTrialNum: 30 +nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.120 +trainingServicePlatform: adl +searchSpacePath: search_space.json +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + codeDir: /home/zeya.wang/ers/tuun/tuun-dev/tuun + classFileName: nni_tuner.py + className: TuunTuner + # Any parameter need to pass to your tuner class __init__ constructor + # can be specified in this optional classArgs field, for example + classArgs: + tuun_config: { + 'seed': 11, + 'model_config': { + 'name': 'simpleproductkernelgp', + 'ls': 3.0, + 'alpha': 1.5, + 'sigma': 1e-5, + 'domain_spec': ['list', 'real'], + }, + 'acqfunction_config': {'name': 'default', 'acq_str': 'ucb', 'n_gen': 500}, + 'acqoptimizer_config': { + 'name': 'product', + 'n_iter_bcd': 3, + 'n_init_rs': 3, + 'pao_config_list': [ + {'name': 'default'}, + {'name': 'cobyla', 'init_str': 'init_opt'}, + ], + }, + 'domain_config': { + 'name': 'product', + 'dom_config_list': [ + {'name': 'list', 'domain_list': ["bert-base-uncased", "bert-base-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-uncased", "bert-base-chinese"]}, + {'name': 'real', 'min_max': [[1e-5, 5e-4]]}, + ], + }, + } + + + +trial: + command: python3 /root/examples/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 1 + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test-bert + imagePullSecrets: + - name: stagingsecret + checkpoint: + storageClass: aws-efs + storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..c67d5643e7 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py @@ -0,0 +1,711 @@ +# coding=utf-8 +# Copyright 2018 The Google AI Language Team Authors and The HugginFace Inc. team. +# +# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); +# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. +# You may obtain a copy of the License at +# +# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 +# +# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software +# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, +# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. +# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and +# limitations under the License. +"""BERT finetuning runner.""" + +from __future__ import absolute_import +from __future__ import division +from __future__ import print_function + +import csv +import os +import logging +import argparse +import random +from tqdm import tqdm, trange +import numpy as np +import torch +from torch.utils.data import TensorDataset, DataLoader, RandomSampler, SequentialSampler +from torch.utils.data.distributed import DistributedSampler +from pytorch_pretrained_bert import BertConfig +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.tokenization import BertTokenizer +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.modeling import BertForSequenceClassification +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.optimization import BertAdam +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.file_utils import PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE +import adaptdl.torch as adl +import adaptdl +from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter +from torch import optim +from torchnlp.datasets import imdb_dataset +import nni + +IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 + + +logging.basicConfig(format = '%(asctime)s - %(levelname)s - %(name)s - %(message)s', + datefmt = '%m/%d/%Y %H:%M:%S', + level = logging.INFO) +logger = logging.getLogger(__name__) + + +class InputExample(object): + """A single training/test example for simple sequence classification.""" + + def __init__(self, guid, text_a, text_b=None, label=None): + """Constructs a InputExample. + + Args: + guid: Unique id for the example. + text_a: string. The untokenized text of the first sequence. For single + sequence tasks, only this sequence must be specified. + text_b: (Optional) string. The untokenized text of the second sequence. + Only must be specified for sequence pair tasks. + label: (Optional) string. The label of the example. This should be + specified for train and dev examples, but not for test examples. + """ + self.guid = guid + self.text_a = text_a + self.text_b = text_b + self.label = label + + +class InputFeatures(object): + """A single set of features of data.""" + + def __init__(self, input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_id): + self.input_ids = input_ids + self.input_mask = input_mask + self.segment_ids = segment_ids + self.label_id = label_id + + +class DataProcessor(object): + """Base class for data converters for sequence classification data sets.""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the train set.""" + raise NotImplementedError() + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the dev set.""" + raise NotImplementedError() + + def get_labels(self): + """Gets the list of labels for this data set.""" + raise NotImplementedError() + + @classmethod + def _read_tsv(cls, input_file, quotechar=None): + """Reads a tab separated value file.""" + with open(input_file, "r") as f: + reader = csv.reader(f, delimiter="\t", quotechar=quotechar) + lines = [] + for line in reader: + lines.append(line) + return lines + + +class MrpcProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the MRPC data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + logger.info("LOOKING AT {}".format(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv"))) + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["0", "1"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + if i == 0: + continue + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) + text_a = line[3] + text_b = line[4] + label = line[0] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) + return examples + + +class MnliProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the MultiNLI data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev_matched.tsv")), + "dev_matched") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["contradiction", "entailment", "neutral"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + if i == 0: + continue + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, line[0]) + text_a = line[8] + text_b = line[9] + label = line[-1] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) + return examples + + +class ImdbProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), + train=True), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), + test=True), "dev") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["neg", "pos"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) + text_a = line['text'] + label = line['sentiment'] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) + return examples + +class ColaProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["0", "1"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) + text_a = line[3] + label = line[1] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) + return examples + + +def convert_examples_to_features(examples, label_list, max_seq_length, tokenizer): + """Loads a data file into a list of `InputBatch`s.""" + + label_map = {} + for (i, label) in enumerate(label_list): + label_map[label] = i + + features = [] + for (ex_index, example) in enumerate(examples): + tokens_a = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_a) + + tokens_b = None + if example.text_b: + tokens_b = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_b) + + if tokens_b: + # Modifies `tokens_a` and `tokens_b` in place so that the total + # length is less than the specified length. + # Account for [CLS], [SEP], [SEP] with "- 3" + _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_seq_length - 3) + else: + # Account for [CLS] and [SEP] with "- 2" + if len(tokens_a) > max_seq_length - 2: + tokens_a = tokens_a[0:(max_seq_length - 2)] + + # The convention in BERT is: + # (a) For sequence pairs: + # tokens: [CLS] is this jack ##son ##ville ? [SEP] no it is not . [SEP] + # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 + # (b) For single sequences: + # tokens: [CLS] the dog is hairy . [SEP] + # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 + # + # Where "type_ids" are used to indicate whether this is the first + # sequence or the second sequence. The embedding vectors for `type=0` and + # `type=1` were learned during pre-training and are added to the wordpiece + # embedding vector (and position vector). This is not *strictly* necessary + # since the [SEP] token unambigiously separates the sequences, but it makes + # it easier for the model to learn the concept of sequences. + # + # For classification tasks, the first vector (corresponding to [CLS]) is + # used as as the "sentence vector". Note that this only makes sense because + # the entire model is fine-tuned. + tokens = [] + segment_ids = [] + tokens.append("[CLS]") + segment_ids.append(0) + for token in tokens_a: + tokens.append(token) + segment_ids.append(0) + tokens.append("[SEP]") + segment_ids.append(0) + + if tokens_b: + for token in tokens_b: + tokens.append(token) + segment_ids.append(1) + tokens.append("[SEP]") + segment_ids.append(1) + + input_ids = tokenizer.convert_tokens_to_ids(tokens) + + # The mask has 1 for real tokens and 0 for padding tokens. Only real + # tokens are attended to. + input_mask = [1] * len(input_ids) + + # Zero-pad up to the sequence length. + while len(input_ids) < max_seq_length: + input_ids.append(0) + input_mask.append(0) + segment_ids.append(0) + + assert len(input_ids) == max_seq_length + assert len(input_mask) == max_seq_length + assert len(segment_ids) == max_seq_length + + label_id = label_map[example.label] + features.append( + InputFeatures(input_ids=input_ids, + input_mask=input_mask, + segment_ids=segment_ids, + label_id=label_id)) + return features + + +def _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_length): + """Truncates a sequence pair in place to the maximum length.""" + + # This is a simple heuristic which will always truncate the longer sequence + # one token at a time. This makes more sense than truncating an equal percent + # of tokens from each, since if one sequence is very short then each token + # that's truncated likely contains more information than a longer sequence. + while True: + total_length = len(tokens_a) + len(tokens_b) + if total_length <= max_length: + break + if len(tokens_a) > len(tokens_b): + tokens_a.pop() + else: + tokens_b.pop() + +def accuracy(out, labels): + outputs = np.argmax(out, axis=1) + return np.sum(outputs == labels) + +def copy_optimizer_params_to_model(named_params_model, named_params_optimizer): + """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. + Copy the parameters optimized on CPU/RAM back to the model on GPU + """ + for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): + if name_opti != name_model: + logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) + raise ValueError + param_model.data.copy_(param_opti.data) + +def set_optimizer_params_grad(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model, test_nan=False): + """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. + Copy the gradient of the GPU parameters to the CPU/RAMM copy of the model + """ + is_nan = False + for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): + if name_opti != name_model: + logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) + raise ValueError + if param_model.grad is not None: + if test_nan and torch.isnan(param_model.grad).sum() > 0: + is_nan = True + if param_opti.grad is None: + param_opti.grad = torch.nn.Parameter(param_opti.data.new().resize_(*param_opti.data.size())) + param_opti.grad.data.copy_(param_model.grad.data) + else: + param_opti.grad = None + return is_nan + +def main(params): + + processors = { + "cola": ColaProcessor, + "mnli": MnliProcessor, + "mrpc": MrpcProcessor, + 'imdb': ImdbProcessor, + } + + if params['local_rank'] == -1 or params['no_cuda']: + device = torch.device("cuda" if torch.cuda.is_available() and not params['no_cuda'] else "cpu") + n_gpu = torch.cuda.device_count() + else: + device = torch.device("cuda", params['local_rank']) + n_gpu = 1 + # Initializes the distributed backend which will take care of sychronizing nodes/GPUs + torch.distributed.init_process_group(backend='nccl') + if params['fp16']: + logger.info("16-bits training currently not supported in distributed training") + params['fp16'] = False # (see https://github.com/pytorch/pytorch/pull/13496) + logger.info("device %s n_gpu %d distributed training %r", device, n_gpu, bool(params['local_rank'] != -1)) + + if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] < 1: + raise ValueError("Invalid gradient_accumulation_steps parameter: {}, should be >= 1".format( + params['gradient_accumulation_steps'])) + + params['train_batch_size'] = int(params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps']) + + random.seed(params['seed']) + np.random.seed(params['seed']) + torch.manual_seed(params['seed']) + if n_gpu > 0: + torch.cuda.manual_seed_all(params['seed']) + + if not params['do_train'] and not params['do_eval']: + raise ValueError("At least one of `do_train` or `do_eval` must be True.") + + if os.path.exists(params['output_dir']) and os.listdir(params['output_dir']): + raise ValueError("Output directory ({}) already exists and is not empty.".format(params['output_dir'])) + os.makedirs(params['output_dir'], exist_ok=True) + + task_name = params['task_name'].lower() + + if task_name not in processors: + raise ValueError("Task not found: %s" % (task_name)) + + processor = processors[task_name]() + label_list = processor.get_labels() + + tokenizer = BertTokenizer.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], do_lower_case=params['do_lower_case']) + + train_examples = None + num_train_steps = None + if params['do_train']: + train_examples = processor.get_train_examples(params['data_dir']) + num_train_steps = int( + len(train_examples) / params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] * params['num_train_epochs']) + + # Prepare model + model = BertForSequenceClassification.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], + cache_dir=PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE / 'distributed_{}'.format(params['local_rank']), num_labels=2) + if params['fp16']: + model.half() + model.to(device) + if params['local_rank'] != -1: + model = torch.nn.parallel.DistributedDataParallel(model, device_ids=[params['local_rank']], + output_device=params['local_rank']) + elif n_gpu > 1: + model = torch.nn.DataParallel(model) + + # Prepare optimizer + if params['fp16']: + param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').float().requires_grad_()) \ + for n, param in model.named_parameters()] + elif params['optimize_on_cpu']: + param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').requires_grad_()) \ + for n, param in model.named_parameters()] + else: + param_optimizer = list(model.named_parameters()) + no_decay = ['bias', 'gamma', 'beta'] + optimizer_grouped_parameters = [ + {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if not any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.01}, + {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.0} + ] + t_total = num_train_steps + if params['local_rank'] != -1: + t_total = t_total // torch.distributed.get_world_size() + optimizer = BertAdam(optimizer_grouped_parameters, + lr=params['learning_rate'], + warmup=params['warmup_proportion'], + t_total=t_total) + adl.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() + else "gloo") + model = adl.AdaptiveDataParallel(model, optimizer) + + tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( + os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), + os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") + ) + + + writer = SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) + global_step = 0 + if params['do_train']: + train_features = convert_examples_to_features( + train_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) + logger.info("***** Running training *****") + logger.info(" Num examples = %d", len(train_examples)) + logger.info(" Batch size = %d", params['train_batch_size']) + logger.info(" Num steps = %d", num_train_steps) + all_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + all_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + all_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + all_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + train_data = TensorDataset(all_input_ids, all_input_mask, all_segment_ids, all_label_ids) + if params['local_rank'] == -1: + train_sampler = RandomSampler(train_data) + else: + train_sampler = DistributedSampler(train_data) + train_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(train_data, batch_size=params['train_batch_size'], shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + if params['autoscale_bsz']: + train_dataloader.autoscale_batch_size(32*8, local_bsz_bounds=(8, 64)) + + if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): + eval_examples = processor.get_dev_examples(params['data_dir']) + eval_features = convert_examples_to_features( + eval_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) + vall_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + vall_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + vall_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + vall_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + eval_data = TensorDataset(vall_input_ids, vall_input_mask, vall_segment_ids, vall_label_ids) + # Run prediction for full data + eval_sampler = SequentialSampler(eval_data) + eval_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(eval_data, batch_size=params['eval_batch_size']) + + + model.train() + for epoch in adl.remaining_epochs_until(int(params['num_train_epochs'])): + stats_train = adl.Accumulator() + tr_loss = 0 + nb_tr_examples, nb_tr_steps = 0, 0 + for step, batch in enumerate(tqdm(train_dataloader, desc="Iteration")): + batch = tuple(t.to(device) for t in batch) + input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids = batch + loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) + if n_gpu > 1: + loss = loss.mean() # mean() to average on multi-gpu. + if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: + # rescale loss for fp16 training + # see https://docs.nvidia.com/deeplearning/sdk/mixed-precision-training/index.html + loss = loss * params['loss_scale'] + if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] > 1: + loss = loss / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] + loss.backward() + tr_loss += loss.item() + nb_tr_examples += input_ids.size(0) + nb_tr_steps += 1 + if (step + 1) % params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] == 0: + if params['fp16'] or params['optimize_on_cpu']: + if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: + # scale down gradients for fp16 training + for param in model.parameters(): + if param.grad is not None: + param.grad.data = param.grad.data / params['loss_scale'] + is_nan = set_optimizer_params_grad(param_optimizer, model.named_parameters(), test_nan=True) + if is_nan: + logger.info("FP16 TRAINING: Nan in gradients, reducing loss scaling") + params['loss_scale'] = params['loss_scale'] / 2 + model.zero_grad() + continue + optimizer.step() + copy_optimizer_params_to_model(model.named_parameters(), param_optimizer) + else: + optimizer.step() + model.zero_grad() + global_step += 1 + + stats_train["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * input_ids.size(0) + stats_train["total"] += input_ids.size(0) + writer.add_scalar("Global_Batchsize", train_dataloader.current_batch_size, epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Config/Gpu", int(adaptdl.env.num_replicas()), epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Config/Node", int(adaptdl.env.num_nodes()), epoch) + + with stats_train.synchronized(): + stats_train["loss_avg"] = stats_train["loss_sum"] / stats_train["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats_train["loss_avg"], epoch) + print("Train:", stats_train) + + if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): + model.eval() + stats_eval = adl.Accumulator() + eval_loss, eval_accuracy = 0, 0 + nb_eval_steps, nb_eval_examples = 0, 0 + for input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids in eval_dataloader: + input_ids = input_ids.to(device) + input_mask = input_mask.to(device) + segment_ids = segment_ids.to(device) + label_ids = label_ids.to(device) + + with torch.no_grad(): + tmp_eval_loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) + logits = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask) + + logits = logits.detach().cpu().numpy() + label_ids = label_ids.to('cpu').numpy() + tmp_eval_accuracy = accuracy(logits, label_ids) + + eval_loss += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() + eval_accuracy += tmp_eval_accuracy + + nb_eval_examples += input_ids.size(0) + nb_eval_steps += 1 + + stats_eval['correct'] += tmp_eval_accuracy + stats_eval['total'] += input_ids.size(0) + stats_eval["loss_sum"] += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() + + eval_loss = eval_loss / nb_eval_steps + eval_accuracy = eval_accuracy / nb_eval_examples + + with stats_eval.synchronized(): + stats_eval["accuracy"] = stats_eval["correct"] / stats_eval["total"] + stats_eval["loss_avg"] = stats_eval["loss_sum"] / stats_eval["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats_eval["accuracy"], epoch) + if IS_CHIEF: + if epoch < params['num_train_epochs']-1: + nni.report_intermediate_result(stats_eval['accuracy'], stats_eval) + logger.debug('evaluation accuracy'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) + logger.debug('Pipe send intermediate result done.') + else: + nni.report_final_result(stats_eval['accuracy']) + logger.debug('Final result is'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) + logger.debug('Send final result done.') + + +def get_params(): + ''' Get parameters from command line ''' + parser = argparse.ArgumentParser() + + ## Required parameters + parser.add_argument("--data_dir", + default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/MRPC', + type=str, + required=False, + help="The input data dir. Should contain the .tsv files (or other data files) for the task.") + parser.add_argument("--bert_model", default='bert-base-uncased', type=str, required=False, + help="Bert pre-trained model selected in the list: bert-base-uncased, " + "bert-large-uncased, bert-base-cased, bert-base-multilingual, bert-base-chinese.") + parser.add_argument("--task_name", + default='MRPC', + type=str, + required=False, + help="The name of the task to train.") + parser.add_argument("--output_dir", + default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/output', + type=str, + required=False, + help="The output directory where the model checkpoints will be written.") + + ## Other parameters + parser.add_argument("--max_seq_length", + default=128, + type=int, + help="The maximum total input sequence length after WordPiece tokenization. \n" + "Sequences longer than this will be truncated, and sequences shorter \n" + "than this will be padded.") + parser.add_argument("--do_train", + default=True, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to run training.") + parser.add_argument("--do_eval", + default=True, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to run eval on the dev set.") + parser.add_argument("--do_lower_case", + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Set this flag if you are using an uncased model.") + parser.add_argument("--train_batch_size", + default=32, + type=int, + help="Total batch size for training.") + parser.add_argument("--eval_batch_size", + default=8, + type=int, + help="Total batch size for eval.") + parser.add_argument("--learning_rate", + default=5e-5, + type=float, + help="The initial learning rate for Adam.") + parser.add_argument("--num_train_epochs", + default=20.0, + type=float, + help="Total number of training epochs to perform.") + parser.add_argument("--warmup_proportion", + default=0.1, + type=float, + help="Proportion of training to perform linear learning rate warmup for. " + "E.g., 0.1 = 10%% of training.") + parser.add_argument("--no_cuda", + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Whether not to use CUDA when available") + parser.add_argument("--local_rank", + type=int, + default=-1, + help="local_rank for distributed training on gpus") + parser.add_argument('--seed', + type=int, + default=42, + help="random seed for initialization") + parser.add_argument('--gradient_accumulation_steps', + type=int, + default=1, + help="Number of updates steps to accumulate before performing a backward/update pass.") + parser.add_argument('--optimize_on_cpu', + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to perform optimization and keep the optimizer averages on CPU") + parser.add_argument('--fp16', + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to use 16-bit float precision instead of 32-bit") + parser.add_argument('--loss_scale', + type=float, default=128, + help='Loss scaling, positive power of 2 values can improve fp16 convergence.') + parser.add_argument("--autoscale_bsz", + default=True, + action='store_true') + + args, _ = parser.parse_known_args() + return args + + +if __name__ == "__main__": + try: + # get parameters form tuner + tuner_params = nni.get_next_parameter() + logger.debug(tuner_params) + params = vars(get_params()) + params.update(tuner_params) + main(params) + except Exception as exception: + logger.exception(exception) + raise diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..5f05f74f95 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py @@ -0,0 +1,717 @@ +# coding=utf-8 +# Copyright 2018 The Google AI Language Team Authors and The HugginFace Inc. team. +# +# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); +# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. +# You may obtain a copy of the License at +# +# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 +# +# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software +# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, +# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. +# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and +# limitations under the License. +"""BERT finetuning runner.""" + +from __future__ import absolute_import +from __future__ import division +from __future__ import print_function + +import csv +import os +import logging +import argparse +import random +from tqdm import tqdm, trange +import numpy as np +import torch +from torch.utils.data import TensorDataset, DataLoader, RandomSampler, SequentialSampler +from torch.utils.data.distributed import DistributedSampler +from pytorch_pretrained_bert import BertConfig +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.tokenization import BertTokenizer +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.modeling import BertForSequenceClassification +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.optimization import BertAdam +from pytorch_pretrained_bert.file_utils import PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE +import adaptdl.torch as adl +import adaptdl +from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter +from torch import optim +from torchnlp.datasets import imdb_dataset +import nni + +IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 + + +logging.basicConfig(format = '%(asctime)s - %(levelname)s - %(name)s - %(message)s', + datefmt = '%m/%d/%Y %H:%M:%S', + level = logging.INFO) +logger = logging.getLogger(__name__) + + +class InputExample(object): + """A single training/test example for simple sequence classification.""" + + def __init__(self, guid, text_a, text_b=None, label=None): + """Constructs a InputExample. + + Args: + guid: Unique id for the example. + text_a: string. The untokenized text of the first sequence. For single + sequence tasks, only this sequence must be specified. + text_b: (Optional) string. The untokenized text of the second sequence. + Only must be specified for sequence pair tasks. + label: (Optional) string. The label of the example. This should be + specified for train and dev examples, but not for test examples. + """ + self.guid = guid + self.text_a = text_a + self.text_b = text_b + self.label = label + + +class InputFeatures(object): + """A single set of features of data.""" + + def __init__(self, input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_id): + self.input_ids = input_ids + self.input_mask = input_mask + self.segment_ids = segment_ids + self.label_id = label_id + + +class DataProcessor(object): + """Base class for data converters for sequence classification data sets.""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the train set.""" + raise NotImplementedError() + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the dev set.""" + raise NotImplementedError() + + def get_labels(self): + """Gets the list of labels for this data set.""" + raise NotImplementedError() + + @classmethod + def _read_tsv(cls, input_file, quotechar=None): + """Reads a tab separated value file.""" + with open(input_file, "r") as f: + reader = csv.reader(f, delimiter="\t", quotechar=quotechar) + lines = [] + for line in reader: + lines.append(line) + return lines + + +class MrpcProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the MRPC data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + logger.info("LOOKING AT {}".format(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv"))) + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["0", "1"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + if i == 0: + continue + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) + text_a = line[3] + text_b = line[4] + label = line[0] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) + return examples + + +class MnliProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the MultiNLI data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev_matched.tsv")), + "dev_matched") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["contradiction", "entailment", "neutral"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + if i == 0: + continue + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, line[0]) + text_a = line[8] + text_b = line[9] + label = line[-1] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) + return examples + + +class ImdbProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), + train=True), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), + test=True), "dev") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["neg", "pos"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) + text_a = line['text'] + label = line['sentiment'] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) + return examples + +class ColaProcessor(DataProcessor): + """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" + + def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") + + def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): + """See base class.""" + return self._create_examples( + self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") + + def get_labels(self): + """See base class.""" + return ["0", "1"] + + def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): + """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" + examples = [] + for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): + guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) + text_a = line[3] + label = line[1] + examples.append( + InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) + return examples + + +def convert_examples_to_features(examples, label_list, max_seq_length, tokenizer): + """Loads a data file into a list of `InputBatch`s.""" + + label_map = {} + for (i, label) in enumerate(label_list): + label_map[label] = i + + features = [] + for (ex_index, example) in enumerate(examples): + tokens_a = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_a) + + tokens_b = None + if example.text_b: + tokens_b = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_b) + + if tokens_b: + # Modifies `tokens_a` and `tokens_b` in place so that the total + # length is less than the specified length. + # Account for [CLS], [SEP], [SEP] with "- 3" + _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_seq_length - 3) + else: + # Account for [CLS] and [SEP] with "- 2" + if len(tokens_a) > max_seq_length - 2: + tokens_a = tokens_a[0:(max_seq_length - 2)] + + # The convention in BERT is: + # (a) For sequence pairs: + # tokens: [CLS] is this jack ##son ##ville ? [SEP] no it is not . [SEP] + # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 + # (b) For single sequences: + # tokens: [CLS] the dog is hairy . [SEP] + # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 + # + # Where "type_ids" are used to indicate whether this is the first + # sequence or the second sequence. The embedding vectors for `type=0` and + # `type=1` were learned during pre-training and are added to the wordpiece + # embedding vector (and position vector). This is not *strictly* necessary + # since the [SEP] token unambigiously separates the sequences, but it makes + # it easier for the model to learn the concept of sequences. + # + # For classification tasks, the first vector (corresponding to [CLS]) is + # used as as the "sentence vector". Note that this only makes sense because + # the entire model is fine-tuned. + tokens = [] + segment_ids = [] + tokens.append("[CLS]") + segment_ids.append(0) + for token in tokens_a: + tokens.append(token) + segment_ids.append(0) + tokens.append("[SEP]") + segment_ids.append(0) + + if tokens_b: + for token in tokens_b: + tokens.append(token) + segment_ids.append(1) + tokens.append("[SEP]") + segment_ids.append(1) + + input_ids = tokenizer.convert_tokens_to_ids(tokens) + + # The mask has 1 for real tokens and 0 for padding tokens. Only real + # tokens are attended to. + input_mask = [1] * len(input_ids) + + # Zero-pad up to the sequence length. + while len(input_ids) < max_seq_length: + input_ids.append(0) + input_mask.append(0) + segment_ids.append(0) + + assert len(input_ids) == max_seq_length + assert len(input_mask) == max_seq_length + assert len(segment_ids) == max_seq_length + + label_id = label_map[example.label] + features.append( + InputFeatures(input_ids=input_ids, + input_mask=input_mask, + segment_ids=segment_ids, + label_id=label_id)) + return features + + +def _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_length): + """Truncates a sequence pair in place to the maximum length.""" + + # This is a simple heuristic which will always truncate the longer sequence + # one token at a time. This makes more sense than truncating an equal percent + # of tokens from each, since if one sequence is very short then each token + # that's truncated likely contains more information than a longer sequence. + while True: + total_length = len(tokens_a) + len(tokens_b) + if total_length <= max_length: + break + if len(tokens_a) > len(tokens_b): + tokens_a.pop() + else: + tokens_b.pop() + +def accuracy(out, labels): + outputs = np.argmax(out, axis=1) + return np.sum(outputs == labels) + +def copy_optimizer_params_to_model(named_params_model, named_params_optimizer): + """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. + Copy the parameters optimized on CPU/RAM back to the model on GPU + """ + for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): + if name_opti != name_model: + logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) + raise ValueError + param_model.data.copy_(param_opti.data) + +def set_optimizer_params_grad(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model, test_nan=False): + """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. + Copy the gradient of the GPU parameters to the CPU/RAMM copy of the model + """ + is_nan = False + for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): + if name_opti != name_model: + logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) + raise ValueError + if param_model.grad is not None: + if test_nan and torch.isnan(param_model.grad).sum() > 0: + is_nan = True + if param_opti.grad is None: + param_opti.grad = torch.nn.Parameter(param_opti.data.new().resize_(*param_opti.data.size())) + param_opti.grad.data.copy_(param_model.grad.data) + else: + param_opti.grad = None + return is_nan + +def main(params): + + processors = { + "cola": ColaProcessor, + "mnli": MnliProcessor, + "mrpc": MrpcProcessor, + 'imdb': ImdbProcessor, + } + + if params['local_rank'] == -1 or params['no_cuda']: + device = torch.device("cuda" if torch.cuda.is_available() and not params['no_cuda'] else "cpu") + n_gpu = torch.cuda.device_count() + else: + device = torch.device("cuda", params['local_rank']) + n_gpu = 1 + # Initializes the distributed backend which will take care of sychronizing nodes/GPUs + torch.distributed.init_process_group(backend='nccl') + if params['fp16']: + logger.info("16-bits training currently not supported in distributed training") + params['fp16'] = False # (see https://github.com/pytorch/pytorch/pull/13496) + logger.info("device %s n_gpu %d distributed training %r", device, n_gpu, bool(params['local_rank'] != -1)) + + if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] < 1: + raise ValueError("Invalid gradient_accumulation_steps parameter: {}, should be >= 1".format( + params['gradient_accumulation_steps'])) + + params['train_batch_size'] = int(params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps']) + + random.seed(params['seed']) + np.random.seed(params['seed']) + torch.manual_seed(params['seed']) + if n_gpu > 0: + torch.cuda.manual_seed_all(params['seed']) + + if not params['do_train'] and not params['do_eval']: + raise ValueError("At least one of `do_train` or `do_eval` must be True.") + + if os.path.exists(params['output_dir']) and os.listdir(params['output_dir']): + raise ValueError("Output directory ({}) already exists and is not empty.".format(params['output_dir'])) + os.makedirs(params['output_dir'], exist_ok=True) + + task_name = params['task_name'].lower() + + if task_name not in processors: + raise ValueError("Task not found: %s" % (task_name)) + + processor = processors[task_name]() + label_list = processor.get_labels() + + tokenizer = BertTokenizer.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], do_lower_case=params['do_lower_case']) + + train_examples = None + num_train_steps = None + if params['do_train']: + train_examples = processor.get_train_examples(params['data_dir']) + num_train_steps = int( + len(train_examples) / params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] * params['num_train_epochs']) + + # Prepare model + model = BertForSequenceClassification.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], + cache_dir=PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE / 'distributed_{}'.format(params['local_rank']), num_labels=2) + if params['fp16']: + model.half() + model.to(device) + if params['local_rank'] != -1: + model = torch.nn.parallel.DistributedDataParallel(model, device_ids=[params['local_rank']], + output_device=params['local_rank']) + elif n_gpu > 1: + model = torch.nn.DataParallel(model) + + # Prepare optimizer + if params['fp16']: + param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').float().requires_grad_()) \ + for n, param in model.named_parameters()] + elif params['optimize_on_cpu']: + param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').requires_grad_()) \ + for n, param in model.named_parameters()] + else: + param_optimizer = list(model.named_parameters()) + no_decay = ['bias', 'gamma', 'beta'] + optimizer_grouped_parameters = [ + {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if not any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.01}, + {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.0} + ] + t_total = num_train_steps + if params['local_rank'] != -1: + t_total = t_total // torch.distributed.get_world_size() + optimizer = BertAdam(optimizer_grouped_parameters, + lr=params['learning_rate'], + warmup=params['warmup_proportion'], + t_total=t_total) + adl.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() + else "gloo") + model = adl.AdaptiveDataParallel(model, optimizer) + + tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( + os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), + os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") + ) + + + writer = SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) + global_step = 0 + if params['do_train']: + train_features = convert_examples_to_features( + train_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) + logger.info("***** Running training *****") + logger.info(" Num examples = %d", len(train_examples)) + logger.info(" Batch size = %d", params['train_batch_size']) + logger.info(" Num steps = %d", num_train_steps) + all_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + all_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + all_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + all_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) + train_data = TensorDataset(all_input_ids, all_input_mask, all_segment_ids, all_label_ids) + if params['local_rank'] == -1: + train_sampler = RandomSampler(train_data) + else: + train_sampler = DistributedSampler(train_data) + train_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(train_data, batch_size=params['train_batch_size'], shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + if params['autoscale_bsz']: + train_dataloader.autoscale_batch_size(32*8, local_bsz_bounds=(8, 64)) + + if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): + eval_examples = processor.get_dev_examples(params['data_dir']) + eval_features = convert_examples_to_features( + eval_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) + vall_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + vall_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + vall_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + vall_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) + eval_data = TensorDataset(vall_input_ids, vall_input_mask, vall_segment_ids, vall_label_ids) + # Run prediction for full data + eval_sampler = SequentialSampler(eval_data) + eval_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(eval_data, batch_size=params['eval_batch_size']) + + + model.train() + for epoch in adl.remaining_epochs_until(int(params['num_train_epochs'])): + stats_train = adl.Accumulator() + tr_loss = 0 + nb_tr_examples, nb_tr_steps = 0, 0 + for step, batch in enumerate(tqdm(train_dataloader, desc="Iteration")): + batch = tuple(t.to(device) for t in batch) + input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids = batch + loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) + if n_gpu > 1: + loss = loss.mean() # mean() to average on multi-gpu. + if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: + # rescale loss for fp16 training + # see https://docs.nvidia.com/deeplearning/sdk/mixed-precision-training/index.html + loss = loss * params['loss_scale'] + if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] > 1: + loss = loss / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] + loss.backward() + tr_loss += loss.item() + nb_tr_examples += input_ids.size(0) + nb_tr_steps += 1 + if (step + 1) % params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] == 0: + if params['fp16'] or params['optimize_on_cpu']: + if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: + # scale down gradients for fp16 training + for param in model.parameters(): + if param.grad is not None: + param.grad.data = param.grad.data / params['loss_scale'] + is_nan = set_optimizer_params_grad(param_optimizer, model.named_parameters(), test_nan=True) + if is_nan: + logger.info("FP16 TRAINING: Nan in gradients, reducing loss scaling") + params['loss_scale'] = params['loss_scale'] / 2 + model.zero_grad() + continue + optimizer.step() + copy_optimizer_params_to_model(model.named_parameters(), param_optimizer) + else: + optimizer.step() + model.zero_grad() + global_step += 1 + + stats_train["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * input_ids.size(0) + stats_train["total"] += input_ids.size(0) + writer.add_scalar("Global_Batchsize", train_dataloader.current_batch_size, epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Config/Gpu", int(adaptdl.env.num_replicas()), epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Config/Node", int(adaptdl.env.num_nodes()), epoch) + + with stats_train.synchronized(): + stats_train["loss_avg"] = stats_train["loss_sum"] / stats_train["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats_train["loss_avg"], epoch) + print("Train:", stats_train) + + if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): + model.eval() + stats_eval = adl.Accumulator() + eval_loss, eval_accuracy = 0, 0 + nb_eval_steps, nb_eval_examples = 0, 0 + for input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids in eval_dataloader: + input_ids = input_ids.to(device) + input_mask = input_mask.to(device) + segment_ids = segment_ids.to(device) + label_ids = label_ids.to(device) + + with torch.no_grad(): + tmp_eval_loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) + logits = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask) + + logits = logits.detach().cpu().numpy() + label_ids = label_ids.to('cpu').numpy() + tmp_eval_accuracy = accuracy(logits, label_ids) + + eval_loss += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() + eval_accuracy += tmp_eval_accuracy + + nb_eval_examples += input_ids.size(0) + nb_eval_steps += 1 + + stats_eval['correct'] += tmp_eval_accuracy + stats_eval['total'] += input_ids.size(0) + stats_eval["loss_sum"] += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() + + eval_loss = eval_loss / nb_eval_steps + eval_accuracy = eval_accuracy / nb_eval_examples + + with stats_eval.synchronized(): + stats_eval["accuracy"] = stats_eval["correct"] / stats_eval["total"] + stats_eval["loss_avg"] = stats_eval["loss_sum"] / stats_eval["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats_eval["accuracy"], epoch) + if IS_CHIEF: + if epoch < params['num_train_epochs']-1: + nni.report_intermediate_result(stats_eval['accuracy'], stats_eval) + logger.debug('evaluation accuracy'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) + logger.debug('Pipe send intermediate result done.') + else: + nni.report_final_result(stats_eval['accuracy']) + logger.debug('Final result is'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) + logger.debug('Send final result done.') + + +def get_params(): + ''' Get parameters from command line ''' + parser = argparse.ArgumentParser() + + ## Required parameters + parser.add_argument("--data_dir", + default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/MRPC', + type=str, + required=False, + help="The input data dir. Should contain the .tsv files (or other data files) for the task.") + parser.add_argument("--bert_model", default='bert-base-uncased', type=str, required=False, + help="Bert pre-trained model selected in the list: bert-base-uncased, " + "bert-large-uncased, bert-base-cased, bert-base-multilingual, bert-base-chinese.") + parser.add_argument("--task_name", + default='MRPC', + type=str, + required=False, + help="The name of the task to train.") + parser.add_argument("--output_dir", + default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/output', + type=str, + required=False, + help="The output directory where the model checkpoints will be written.") + + ## Other parameters + parser.add_argument("--max_seq_length", + default=128, + type=int, + help="The maximum total input sequence length after WordPiece tokenization. \n" + "Sequences longer than this will be truncated, and sequences shorter \n" + "than this will be padded.") + parser.add_argument("--do_train", + default=True, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to run training.") + parser.add_argument("--do_eval", + default=True, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to run eval on the dev set.") + parser.add_argument("--do_lower_case", + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Set this flag if you are using an uncased model.") + parser.add_argument("--train_batch_size", + default=32, + type=int, + help="Total batch size for training.") + parser.add_argument("--eval_batch_size", + default=8, + type=int, + help="Total batch size for eval.") + parser.add_argument("--learning_rate", + default=5e-5, + type=float, + help="The initial learning rate for Adam.") + parser.add_argument("--num_train_epochs", + default=20.0, + type=float, + help="Total number of training epochs to perform.") + parser.add_argument("--warmup_proportion", + default=0.1, + type=float, + help="Proportion of training to perform linear learning rate warmup for. " + "E.g., 0.1 = 10%% of training.") + parser.add_argument("--no_cuda", + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Whether not to use CUDA when available") + parser.add_argument("--local_rank", + type=int, + default=-1, + help="local_rank for distributed training on gpus") + parser.add_argument('--seed', + type=int, + default=42, + help="random seed for initialization") + parser.add_argument('--gradient_accumulation_steps', + type=int, + default=1, + help="Number of updates steps to accumulate before performing a backward/update pass.") + parser.add_argument('--optimize_on_cpu', + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to perform optimization and keep the optimizer averages on CPU") + parser.add_argument('--fp16', + default=False, + action='store_true', + help="Whether to use 16-bit float precision instead of 32-bit") + parser.add_argument('--loss_scale', + type=float, default=128, + help='Loss scaling, positive power of 2 values can improve fp16 convergence.') + parser.add_argument("--autoscale_bsz", + default=True, + action='store_true') + + args, _ = parser.parse_known_args() + return args + + +if __name__ == "__main__": + try: + # get parameters form tuner + tuner_params = nni.get_next_parameter() + logger.debug(tuner_params) + params = vars(get_params()) + print(tuner_params) + hyper_params = tuner_params['suggestion'] + params['bert_model'] = hyper_params[0] + params['learning_rate'] = hyper_params[1][0] + # below for you to add an additional hyperparameter + # params['warmup_proportion'] = hyper_params[2][0] + print(params) + main(params) + except Exception as exception: + logger.exception(exception) + raise diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/search_space.json b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/search_space.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..6fae5b103b --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/search_space.json @@ -0,0 +1,4 @@ +{ + "bert_model":{"_type":"choice","_value":["bert-base-uncased", "bert-base-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-uncased", "bert-base-chinese"]}, + "learning_rate":{"_type":"uniform","_value":[1e-5, 1e-4]} +} From 1e8c461605f0a327864a32fb375ffacfdaf7c5fe Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2020 15:17:08 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 20/45] tensorboard ui and web ui: at the same ip --- tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py index 57b2db2918..b7e8023b08 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/tensorboard_utils.py @@ -115,12 +115,12 @@ def adl_tensorboard_helper(args): import subprocess if args.trial_id is not None: print_warning('Tensorboard on adl platform will show all trials. No trial ids needed.') - cmd = "kubectl port-forward deployment/{} {}:{}".format( + cmd = "kubectl port-forward --address 0.0.0.0 deployment/{} {}:{}".format( "adaptdl-tensorboard" + "-" + args.id.lower(), args.port, 6006 ) - print_green('Tensorboard is launched on localhost:{}'.format(args.port)) + print_green('Tensorboard is accessible at 0.0.0.0:{port} or localhost:{port}'.format(port=args.port)) subprocess.run(args=cmd, shell=True) def start_tensorboard(args): From 4cc7cec0640c39a4229f5623e7975af4fe92d71c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Mon, 12 Oct 2020 17:06:08 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 21/45] adaptive support (#1) --- examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 1 + examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml | 1 + src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json | 1 + src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts | 2 ++ .../training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts | 7 ++++++- .../training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts | 4 ++-- .../training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 3 +++ .../training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts | 2 +- .../training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 1 + tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py | 1 + 10 files changed, 19 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index 38c08fe21a..94ee06ad78 100644 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -18,6 +18,7 @@ trial: image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-nni-cifar-1.8 imagePullSecrets: - name: stagingsecret + adaptive: true checkpoint: storageClass: dfs storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml index b8dcc34cf3..c1632b4aeb 100644 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml @@ -19,6 +19,7 @@ trial: command: python3 /root/apps/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py codeDir: . gpuNum: 1 + adaptive: true image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test imagePullSecrets: - name: stagingsecret diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json index 4ce8788848..fdeab1c184 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json @@ -10,6 +10,7 @@ } }, "spec": { + "preemptible": false, "template": { "spec": { "containers": [ diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts index 0f7ada7a65..be2c08d427 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restValidationSchemas.ts @@ -100,6 +100,8 @@ export namespace ValidationSchemas { imagePullSecrets: joi.array({ name: joi.string().min(1).required() }), + // ############## adl ############### + adaptive: joi.boolean(), checkpoint: joi.object({ storageClass: joi.string().min(1).required(), storageSize: joi.string().min(1).required() diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts index ff76927377..7595d6af9a 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts @@ -67,11 +67,15 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { public readonly memorySize?: string; + public readonly adaptive?: boolean; // adaptive == preemptible + constructor(codeDir: string, command: string, gpuNum: number, image: string, imagePullSecrets?: ImagePullSecretConfig[], nfs?: NFSConfig, checkpoint?: CheckpointConfig, - cpuNum?: number, memorySize?: string) { + cpuNum?: number, memorySize?: string, + adaptive?: boolean + ) { this.codeDir = codeDir; this.command = command; this.gpuNum = gpuNum; @@ -81,6 +85,7 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { this.checkpoint = checkpoint; this.cpuNum = cpuNum; this.memorySize = memorySize; + this.adaptive = adaptive; } } diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts index 20964c5162..5e9eb5bc60 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlJobInfoCollector.ts @@ -64,7 +64,7 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { case 'Running': case 'Stopping': kubernetesTrialJob.status = 'RUNNING'; - kubernetesTrialJob.message = undefined; //TODO(Petuum) + kubernetesTrialJob.message = `Use 'nnictl log trial --trial_id ${kubernetesTrialJob.id}' to check the log stream.`; if (kubernetesTrialJob.startTime === undefined) { kubernetesTrialJob.startTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.metadata.creationTimestamp); } @@ -74,7 +74,7 @@ export class AdlJobInfoCollector extends KubernetesJobInfoCollector { kubernetesTrialJob.message = kubernetesJobInfo.status.message; if (kubernetesPodsInfo.items.length > 0) { kubernetesTrialJob.message += " ; "; - kubernetesTrialJob.message += `Use 'nnictl logs --trial_id ${kubernetesTrialJob.id}' to get pod failure log.`; + kubernetesTrialJob.message += `Use 'nnictl log trial --trial_id ${kubernetesTrialJob.id}' for the path of the collected logs.`; } // undefined => NaN as endTime here kubernetesTrialJob.endTime = Date.parse(kubernetesJobInfo.status.completionTimestamp); diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index 12e1b196bb..63b4d80f5e 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -140,6 +140,9 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes job.metadata.labels.app = this.NNI_KUBERNETES_TRIAL_LABEL job.metadata.labels.expId = this.experimentId job.metadata.labels.trialId = trialJobId + if (this.adlTrialConfig.adaptive !== undefined){ + job.spec.preemptible = this.adlTrialConfig.adaptive + } job.spec.template.spec.containers[0] .image = this.adlTrialConfig.image; job.spec.template.spec.volumes[0] diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts index 611caf05f7..e07f41abfb 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesData.ts @@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ export class KubernetesTrialJobDetail implements TrialJobDetail { kubernetesJobName: string, url: string) { this.id = id; this.status = status; - this.message = 'Creating the trial job.'; + this.message = 'Pending for creating the trial job.'; this.submitTime = submitTime; this.workingDirectory = workingDirectory; this.form = form; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index a66ed38292..6aa2330169 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -48,6 +48,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "name": "stagingsecrets" } ], + "adaptive": true, "checkpoint": { "storageClass": "aws-efs", "storageSize": "1Gi" diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py index 8374f6fcf1..5a8a8f2ff2 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/config_schema.py @@ -276,6 +276,7 @@ def validate(self, data): 'path': setType('path', str), 'containerMountPath': setType('containerMountPath', str) }, + Optional('adaptive'): setType('adaptive', bool), Optional('checkpoint'): { 'storageClass': setType('storageClass', str), 'storageSize': setType('storageSize', str) From 2096a9e9c21887c45eee2c5f9b890f0f8b875f18 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2020 12:20:02 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 22/45] Simplify Examples --- examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/dev.tsv | 409 -- examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/dev_ids.tsv | 408 -- .../bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_test.txt | 1726 ------- .../MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt | 4077 ----------------- examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv | 1726 ------- examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/train.tsv | 3669 --------------- .../bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml | 24 - 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" The foodservice pie business does not fit our long-term growth strategy . -0 2029631 2029565 Magnarelli said Racicot hated the Iraqi regime and looked forward to using his long years of training in the war . His wife said he was " 100 percent behind George Bush " and looked forward to using his years of training in the war . -0 487993 487952 The dollar was at 116.92 yen against the yen , flat on the session , and at 1.2891 against the Swiss franc , also flat . The dollar was at 116.78 yen JPY = , virtually flat on the session , and at 1.2871 against the Swiss franc CHF = , down 0.1 percent . -1 1989515 1989458 The AFL-CIO is waiting until October to decide if it will endorse a candidate . The AFL-CIO announced Wednesday that it will decide in October whether to endorse a candidate before the primaries . -0 1783137 1782659 No dates have been set for the civil or the criminal trial . No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . -1 3039165 3039036 Wal-Mart said it would check all of its million-plus domestic workers to ensure they were legally employed . It has also said it would review all of its domestic employees more than 1 million to ensure they have legal status . -0 1490811 1490840 While dioxin levels in the environment were up last year , they have dropped by 75 percent since the 1970s , said Caswell . The Institute said dioxin levels in the environment have fallen by as much as 76 percent since the 1970s . -1 426112 426210 This integrates with Rational PurifyPlus and allows developers to work in supported versions of Java , Visual C # and Visual Basic .NET. IBM said the Rational products were also integrated with Rational PurifyPlus , which allows developers to work in Java , Visual C # and VisualBasic .Net. -1 1439663 1439808 The top rate will go to 4.45 percent for all residents with taxable incomes above $ 500,000 . For residents with incomes above $ 500,000 , the income-tax rate will increase to 4.45 percent . -1 3147370 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . -1 3300040 3299992 The delegates said raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . Bin Laden ’ s men pointed out that raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . -0 524136 524119 " Sanitation is poor ... there could be typhoid and cholera , " he said . " Sanitation is poor , drinking water is generally left behind . . . there could be typhoid and cholera . " -0 969512 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -1 1685339 1685429 The only announced Republican to replace Davis is Rep. Darrell Issa of Vista , who has spent $ 1.71 million of his own money to force a recall . So far the only declared major party candidate is Rep. Darrell Issa , a Republican who has spent $ 1.5 million of his own money to fund the recall . -1 1967578 1967664 The decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in a secret briefing in late July . Scotland Yard 's decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by new intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in late July . -1 2047034 2046820 Unable to find a home for him , a judge told mental health authorities they needed to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . The judge had told the state Department of Mental Health to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . -1 2046630 2046644 The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of the district 's racial balance , facilities , budget , and busing . The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of school busing as well as the district 's racial balance , facilities and budget . -0 2221603 2221633 In midafternoon trading , the Nasdaq composite index was up 8.34 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,790.47 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 8.59 points , or 0.48 percent , to 1,773.54 . -1 129995 129864 Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the beverage maker to " overweight " from " equal-weight " saying in part that pricing power with its bottlers should improve in 2004 . Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the company to " overweight " from " equal-weight , " saying the beverage maker 's pricing power with bottlers should improve in 2004 . -0 919683 919782 The pound also made progress against the dollar , reached fresh three-year highs at $ 1.6789 . The British pound flexed its muscle against the dollar , last up 1 percent at $ 1.6672 . -0 970740 971209 Friday , Stanford ( 47-15 ) blanked the Gamecocks 8-0 . Stanford ( 46-15 ) has a team full of such players this season . -1 2745055 2745022 Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . -0 2199097 2199072 The driver , Eugene Rogers , helped to remove children from the bus , Wood said . At the accident scene , the driver was " covered in blood " but helped to remove children , Wood said . -1 1609290 1609098 ONG KONG , July 9 Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered tonight before the legislature building here to call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered yesterday evening to stand before this city 's legislature building and call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . -1 1597193 1597119 Saddam loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure , as well as frequent attacks on U.S. soldiers . Hussein loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure and attacking US soldiers . -1 2758944 2758975 Its closest living relatives are a family frogs called sooglossidae that are found only in the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean . Its closest relative is found in the Seychelles Archipelago , near Madagascar in the Indian Ocean . -0 2584416 2584653 Cooley said he expects Muhammad will similarly be called as a witness at a pretrial hearing for Malvo . Lee Boyd Malvo will be called as a witness Wednesday in a pretrial hearing for fellow sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad . -1 86007 86373 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists - this Bush administration has chosen to settle old scores , " Graham said . -1 1602860 1602844 He said they lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . Morgenthau said the women , all U.S. citizens , lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . -1 1201306 1201329 The association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the week that ended June 15 , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . -0 461779 461815 With these assets , Funny Cide has a solid chance to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978 . Funny Cide is looking to become horse racing 's first Triple Crown winner in a generation . -1 1438666 1438643 Intel was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel , " spokesman Chuck Mulloy said . Intel spokesman Chuck Mulloy said the company was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel . " -1 3261484 3261306 Mr Annan also warned the US should not use the war on terror as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished freedoms " . Annan warned that the dangers of extremism after September 11 should not be used as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished " freedoms . -1 1277539 1277527 At community colleges , tuition will jump to $ 2,800 from $ 2,500 . Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . -1 3035788 3035918 He made a point of saying during Tuesdays debate that the Confederate flag was a racist symbol . Though Dean made a point of saying during the debate that the Confederate flag is a racist symbol . -0 132553 132725 Bush wanted " to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing , " White House press secretary Ari Fleischer said yesterday . On Tuesday , before Byrd 's speech , Fleischer said Bush wanted ' ' to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing . -0 2259788 2259747 On Monday the Palestinian Prime Minister , Mahmoud Abbas , will report to the Palestinian parliament on his Government 's achievements in its first 100 days in office . Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas must defend the record of his first 100 days in office before Parliament today as the death toll in the occupied territories continues to rise . -0 2307064 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month -- slipping to 6.1 percent -- even as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . -1 3046488 3046824 Per-user pricing is $ 29 for Workplace Messaging , $ 89 for Team Collaboration and $ 35 for Collaborative Learning . Workplace Messaging is $ 29 , Workplace Team Collaboration is $ 89 , and Collaborative Learning is $ 35 . -1 86020 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats – international terrorism – this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " Mr. Graham said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " -0 1100998 1100441 SARS has killed about 800 people and affected more than 8400 since being detected in China in November . SARS has killed about 800 people and sickened more than 8,400 worldwide , mostly in Asia . -1 2268396 2268480 Authorities had no evidence to suggest the two incidents were connected . There was no immediate evidence that the two incidents were connected , police said . -0 1984039 1983986 " Jeremy 's a good guy , " Barber said , adding : " Jeremy is living the dream life of the New York athlete . He also said Shockey is " living the dream life of a New York athlete . -0 2697659 2697747 Ratliff 's daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , were adopted by Peterson after their mother 's death . Peterson helped raise Ratliff 's two daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , who supported him throughout the trial . -0 2175939 2176090 After losing as much as 84.56 earlier , the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 22.81 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,340.45 . In midday trading , the Dow Jones industrial average lost 68.84 , or 0.7 percent , to 9,248.80 . -1 886618 886456 Rumsfeld , who has been feuding for two years with Army leadership , passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . Rumsfeld has been feuding for a long time with Army leadership , and he passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . -1 588637 588864 Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped from 29.4 to 32.6 , while those claiming work was plentiful slipped from 13 to 12.6 . Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped to 32.6 from 29.4 , while those saying work was plentiful slipped to 12.6 from 13 in April . -0 2252795 2252970 He has no immediate plans for television advertising , believing it is unnecessary this early . A Lieberman aide said there were no immediate plans for television advertising . -1 1756329 1756394 " I think it happened very quickly , " Houston Police Department homicide investigator Phil Yochum said of the crime . " I think it happened very quickly , " said Investigator Phil Yochum of the Houston Police Department 's homicide division . -1 1673112 1673068 United issued a statement saying it will " work professionally and cooperatively with all its unions . " Senior vice president Sara Fields said the airline " will work professionally and cooperatively with all our unions . " -1 2357324 2357271 " But they never climb out of the pot of beer again . " It 's just that they never climb out of the beer again . " -1 780408 780363 Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . Bryant has said that hike had a greater effect on demand than officials expected . -1 821523 821385 Robert Liscouski , the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection , will oversee NCSD . NCSD 's chief will be Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection . -1 2304696 2304863 HP 's shipments increased 48 percent year-over-year , compared to an increase of 31 percent for Dell . HPs shipments increased 48 per cent year-on-year , compared to an increase of 31 per cent for Dell . -1 2531749 2531607 Chirac , who can pardon a law-breaker , refused Humbert 's request last year but kept in close touch with the family . Chirac , who has the authority to pardon law-breakers , refused Humbert 's request to be allowed to die last year but kept in close touch with the family . -1 3180014 3179967 The charges allege that he was part of the conspiracy to kill and kidnap persons in a foreign country . The government now charges that Sattar conspired with Rahman to kill and kidnap individuals in foreign countries . -1 726966 726945 In the 2002 study , the margin of error ranged from 1.8 to 4.4 percentage points . It has a margin of error of plus or minus three to four percentage points . -1 2638861 2638982 Mr. Clinton 's national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said that the White House wasn 't informed of the FBI activities . Clinton ’ s national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said in an interview that the White House was not informed of the FBI activities . -1 2495223 2495307 " This decision is clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Timothy Muris said in a written statement . The decision is " clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Tim Muris said . -1 55187 54831 Prosecutors allege that Nichols and co-conspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a bomb that destroyed the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building . Prosecutors allege that Nichols and coconspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a 4,000-pound fuel-and-fertilizer bomb that destroyed the Murrah building . -0 2763381 2763517 Terri Schiavo , 39 , is expected to die sometime in the next two weeks in the Tampa-area hospice where she has spent the past several years . Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . -1 1990975 1991132 Secretary of State Colin Powell designated the Chechen leader believed responsible for last year 's hostage standoff in a Moscow theater as a threat to U.S. security Friday . U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell on Friday designated Chechen rebel leader Shamil Basayev a threat to the security of the United States and to U.S. citizens . -1 2204353 2204418 " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President George W Bush . " " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin ( news - web sites ) and President Bush ( news - web sites ) . " -1 60122 60445 That would be a potential setback to Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . The inquiry may hinder Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . -1 961836 962243 PeopleSoft also said its board had officially rejected Oracle 's offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . -0 3140260 3140288 The Dow Jones industrial average ended the day down 10.89 at 9,837.94 , after advancing 111.04 Wednesday . The Dow Jones industrial average fell 10.89 points , or 0.11 percent , to 9,837.94 . -1 1720166 1720115 Cortisol levels in the saliva of day care children were highest and rose most steeply in those judged by day care center personnel to be the shyest . Cortisol levels in the saliva of day-care children were highest and rose most steeply in those whom day-care centre staffed judged to be the shyest . -1 2573262 2573319 " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head-kicker couldn 't be more wrong , " Mr Howard said . " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head kicker couldn 't be more wrong . " -0 1353356 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said , adding that 18 countries have adopted biotechnology . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . -1 2738677 2738741 The rate of skin cancer has tripled since the 1950s in Norway and Sweden , according to the study . The study also found that skin cancer nearly tripled in Norway and Sweden since the 1950s . -1 1638813 1639087 We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on 11 September , " Rumsfeld said . Rather , the US acted because the administration saw " existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on September 11 " . -1 1605350 1605425 Trans fat makes up only 1 percent to 3 percent of the total fat Americans consume , compared with 14 percent for saturated fat . Trans fat accounts for 2.5 percent of Americans ' daily calories , compared to 11 percent to 12 percent for saturated fat . -1 2494149 2494073 However , a recent slide in prices and OPEC 's expectations of a surge in oil inventories have compounded its fears about a further softening of the market . A 14 percent slide in crude prices this month and expectations of a build up in oil inventories compounded OPEC 's fears of a further softening of the market . -1 3023029 3023229 Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . Peterson , 31 , is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the slayings of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son , Conner . -1 1351550 1351155 Carlson on Tuesday said he would not recuse himself from the case . Service officials said Carlson refused to recuse himself from the case . -1 981185 981234 The program will grow to include ports in Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , among others . The program will be expanded to include areas of the Middle East such as Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , Mr. Ridge said . -0 2111629 2111786 McCabe said he was considered a witness , not a suspect . " He is not considered a suspect , " McCabe said . -1 655498 655391 The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health care worker , said Dr. Colin D ’ Cunha , Ontario ’ s commissioner of public health . The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health-care worker , said Dr Colin D 'Cunha , Ontario 's commissioner of public health . -1 533823 533909 He added that those " are not solely American principles , nor are they exclusively Western . " " These are not solely American principles nor are they exclusively Western , " Rumsfeld said . -1 581592 581570 " If we don 't march into Tehran , I think we will be in pretty good shape , " he said . " As long as we don 't march on Tehran , I think we are going to be in pretty good shape , " he said . -0 1010655 1010430 On Saturday , a 149mph serve against Agassi equalled Rusedski 's world record . On Saturday , Roddick equalled the world record with a 149 m.p.h. serve in beating Andre Agassi . -1 2241925 2242066 Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new technologies and methods to communicate more quickly and efficiently . Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new ways to communicate . -1 2796978 2797024 " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra told business leaders . " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thaksin said . -0 101746 101775 Danbury prosecutor Warren Murray could not be reached for comment Monday . Prosecutors could not be reached for comment after the legal papers were obtained late Monday afternoon . -1 327839 327748 Wittig resigned last year after being indicted on federal bank fraud charges involving a real estate loan unrelated to Westar business . Wittig resigned in late November about two weeks after being indicted on bank fraud charges in a real estate case unrelated to the company . -0 2988297 2988555 Shattered Glass , " starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . " Shattered Glass " _ starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , The New Republic journalist fired for fabricating stories _ debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . -1 2217613 2217659 He was arrested Friday night at an Alpharetta seafood restaurant while dining with his wife , singer Whitney Houston . He was arrested again Friday night at an Alpharetta restaurant where he was having dinner with his wife . -0 2128530 2128455 However , EPA officials would not confirm the 20 percent figure . Only in the past few weeks have officials settled on the 20 percent figure . -1 2208376 2208198 University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman said in a statement on the university 's Web site , " Our fundamental values haven 't changed . " Our fundamental values haven 't changed , " Mary Sue Coleman , president of the university , said in a statement in Ann Arbor . -1 1980654 1980641 The first products are likely to be dongles costing between US $ 100 and US $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . The first products will likely be dongles costing $ 100 to $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . -0 589579 589557 However , Lapidus expects foreign brands ' sales to be up 4 percent , driven by strong truck sales at Honda Motor Co . Lapidus expects Ford to be down 5 percent , Chrysler down 10 percent and foreign brands up 4 percent driven by strong truck sales at Honda . -1 1636060 1635946 Michel , who remains in the government , denied that US pressure had provoked the government 's move . Michel , who has stayed in the new government , denied that it was U.S. pressure which had provoked the government 's move . -1 1630585 1630657 Some of the computers also are used to send spam e-mail messages to drum up traffic to the sites . Some are also used to send spam e-mail messages to boost traffic to the sites . -0 447728 447699 Indonesia 's army has often been accused of human rights abuses during GAM 's battle for independence , charges it has generally denied while accusing the separatists of committing rights violations . Indonesia 's army has been accused of human rights abuses during its earlier battles with GAM , charges it has generally denied . -1 1606495 1606619 Bush also hoped to polish his anti-AIDS credentials in Uganda , which has been hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the killer disease . President Bush flies to Uganda Friday hoping to polish his anti- AIDS credentials in a country hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the epidemic . -1 1550897 1550977 Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . This fall the command will send trainers to work with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and gathering intelligence . -0 490376 490490 The reports helped overcome investor jitters after the euro briefly hit an all-time high against the dollar Tuesday . Stocks slipped at the open after the euro hit record highs against the dollar . -1 3084554 3084612 Sales for the quarter beat expectations , rising 37 percent year-on-year to 1.76 billion euros . Sales rose 37 per cent year-on-year to 1.76bn , beating expectations . -1 315647 315778 If the MTA 's appeal to a higher court is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't be rolled back . If the MTA 's appeal is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't change . -1 3428298 3428362 Robert Walsh , 40 , remained in critical but stable condition Friday at Staten Island University Hospital 's north campus . Walsh , also 40 , was in critical but stable condition at Staten Island University Hospital last night . -1 2523564 2523358 The Guru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS ( Basic Input Output System ) update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . The µGuru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . -1 2079200 2079131 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads tightened in spotty trading on Friday as Wall Street labored to get back on its feet after the largest power outage ever in North America . U.S. stocks rose slightly on feather-light volume on Friday , as Wall Street regrouped after the biggest-ever power outage in North America . -1 818091 817811 The company said it would issue revised guidance for the full fiscal year next month when it releases its Q2 results . The company said it would renew its guidance for 2003 when it announces its second quarter results in mid-July . -1 1580638 1580663 " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think our intelligence services gave us the correct information at the time . " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think that our intelligence services gave us the correct intelligence and information at the time , " Blair said . -0 1919740 1919926 " I don 't know if the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else at another time that may not follow the rules , " Parrish said . " I don 't know whether the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else , " Parrish said . -1 2748287 2748550 " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal is going to win , " McConnell said . " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal 's going to win , " said Sen. Mitch McConnell , assistant majority leader . -1 3394891 3394775 Twenty-eight people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of the St Sophia 's camp , when the mudslide smashed into two cabins . Twenty-seven people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of Saint Sophia Camp , a Greek Orthodox facility , when the mudslide roared through . -0 2963943 2963880 One , Capt. Doug McDonald , remained hospitalized in critical condition on Thursday . Her 20-year-old sister , Allyson , was severely burned and remained hospitalized in critical condition . -0 1865364 1865251 The United States finally relented during President Bush 's visit to Africa earlier this month . During President Bush 's trip to Africa earlier this month , however , Washington said it would support the increase . -1 263690 263819 " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . He also said there is no conscious policy by the United States to move the value of the dollar . -1 283751 283290 It 's the first such drill since the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington . It is the nation 's first large-scale counterterrorism exercise since the Sept . 11 terrorist attacks . -1 2517014 2516995 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will return home late Friday but will remain in detention after recovering from surgery at a Yangon hospital , her personal physician said . Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . -1 1330643 1330622 According to the Merchant Marine Ministry , the 37-year-old ship is registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . The Baltic Sky is a 37-year-old ship registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . -1 3111452 3111428 In an unusual move , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites . In an unusual move that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages . -0 1167835 1167651 Kansas Department of Health and Environment records show there were 88 abortions performed on girls age 14 and younger last year . Statistics from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment show that 11,844 abortions were performed in the state last year . -0 1423836 1423708 A European Union spokesman said the Commission was consulting EU member states " with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary " on the matter . Laos 's second most important export destination - said it was consulting EU member states ' ' with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary ' ' on the matter . -1 2090911 2091154 Waiting crowds filling the streets on both sides overwhelmed the peacekeepers soon after daylight , sweeping past the barbed wire barricades . But waiting crowds filling the streets rushed the bridges soon after daylight , overrunning razor-wire barricades . -1 2265271 2265152 Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products not sold in the United States . Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products unknown to the American market . -1 3062202 3062308 By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said , the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than for those obtained in the United States . By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than U.S. drugs . -1 2155514 2155377 He said : " For the first time there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all . " " For the first time , there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all , " Dyke said . -1 1552068 1551928 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 7 p.m. EST Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . -1 936978 937500 Eric Gagne pitched a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in as many opportunities . Gagne struck out two in a perfect ninth inning for his 23rd save . -0 985015 984975 One way or another , Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix will be in your hands by Saturday . Just about everything about " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix " will set records . -1 1430357 1430425 " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " said Josh Lichter , a meteorologist with the Houston-Galveston weather office . " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " Lichter said . -1 3039310 3039413 Today , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the September 11 2001 attacks . On Wednesday , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the attacks in the US of September 11 2001 . -1 34513 34742 Police say CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the United States . Mr McKinlay said that CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the US . -1 368067 368018 Chiron already has nearly 20 percent acceptances from PowderJect 's shareholders . Chiron has acceptances from holders of nearly 20 percent of PowderJect shares . -0 611663 611716 Ernst & Young has denied any wrongdoing and plans to fight the allegations . Ernst & Young has denied the SEC 's claims , and called its recommendations " irresponsible " . -1 98432 98657 The attack followed several days of disturbances in the city where American soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians carried out demonstrations against the American presence . The attack came after several days of disturbance in the city in which U.S. soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians protested the American presence . -1 3039007 3038845 No company employee has received an individual target letter at this time . She said no company official had received " an individual target letter at this time . " -1 1708040 1708062 Second-quarter results reflected a gain of 10 cents per diluted share , while the 2002 results included a loss of 19 cents per diluted share . The second-quarter results had a non-operating gain of 10 cents a share while the 2002 second-quarter performance had a net non-operating loss of 19 cents a share . -0 1757264 1757375 He allegedly told his ex-wife in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . The two had battled over custody and he allegedly told her in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . -1 383417 383558 Worldwide , more than 50 million people have seen " Les Miz , " with gross receipts of $ 1.8 billion . Worldwide , Les Misérables has been seen by over 50 million people , with a total gross of over $ 2 billion . -0 2766112 2766084 In fiction : Edward P. Jones ( " The Known World " ) and Scott Spencer ( " A Ship Made of Paper " ) . The fifth nominee for fiction is Scott Spencer , for A Ship Made of Paper . -1 1261116 1261234 " Overwhelmingly the Windows brand really resonated with them . " " Windows was the part of the experience that really resonated with people . " -1 3028143 3028234 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services , the federal agency that runs Medicare , last year began a similar effort for nursing homes . The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid launched a similar consumer tool for nursing homes last year . -0 249699 249623 Vivace was founded in 1999 and has raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . During difficult times for technology venture capital , Vivace raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . -0 3448488 3448449 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > added 28 points , or 0.27 percent , at 10,557 , hitting its highest level in 21 months . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 49 points , or 0.47 percent , to 10,578 . -1 2749322 2749663 The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals before Wednesday 's deadline to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals in advance of the deadline today to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . -0 2204592 2204588 Sun Microsystems Inc. on Thursday said it had added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to its Hardware Compatibility List for the Solaris x86 operating system Platform Edition . The vendor has added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to the operating system 's Hardware Compatibility List ( HCL ) . -1 2889005 2888954 Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the state 's 1998 anti-spam law by sending unsolicited e-mail without a toll-free number for recipients to call to stop additional mailings . Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the 1998 anti-spam law because these unsolicited e-mails were sent without a free call number for recipients to phone to stop additional mailings . -0 1657632 1657619 The Neighbours star and singer spent yesterday resting at her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today . Goodrem spent yesterday resting in her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today to determine her exact treatment . -0 555617 555528 The 3 rd Armored Cavalry Regiment is 5,200 strong and the largest combat unit at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . -1 2396937 2396818 " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the Fed said in a statement accompanying the unanimous decision . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . -0 2339738 2339771 " It is bad for Symbian , " said Per Lindberg , analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein . " Motorola has displayed clear disloyalty " to Symbian , said Per Lindberg , an analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein in London . -0 1616174 1616206 Bob Richter , a spokesman for House Speaker Tom Craddick , had no comment about the ruling . Bob Richter , spokesman for Craddick , R-Midland , said the speaker had not seen the ruling and could not comment . -1 635783 635802 But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be another downgrade if Southcorp breached any of its banking covenants . But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be a rating downgrade if Southcorp did breach any banking covenants . -1 3444633 3444733 He added : ``I 've never heard of more reprehensiblebehaviour by a doctor . The Harrisons ’ lawyer Paul LiCalsi said : “ I ’ ve never heard of more reprehensible behaviour by a doctor . -1 555553 555528 Broomhead was assigned to 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment , based at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . -1 1112021 1111925 Other staff members , however , defended the document , saying it would still help policy-makers and the agency improve efforts to address the climate issue . Some E.P.A. staff members defended the document , saying that although pared down it would still help policy makers and the agency address the climate issue . -0 2749410 2749625 President Bush raised a record-breaking $ 49.5 million for his re-election campaign over the last three months , with contributions from 262,000 Americans , the president 's campaign chairman said Tuesday . President Bush has raised $ 83.9 million since beginning his re-election campaign in May , and has $ 70 million of that left to spend , his campaign said Tuesday . -1 1629064 1629043 An episode is declared when the ozone reaches .20 parts per million parts of air for one hour . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . -1 789691 789665 " He may not have been there , " the defence official said on Thursday . " He may not have been there , " said a defence official speaking on condition of anonymity . -1 844421 844679 The U.N. troops are in Congo to protect U.N. installations and personnel , and they can only fire in self defense and have been unable to stem the violence . The troops - whose mandate is to protect U.N. installations and personnel - can only fire in self-defense and have been unable to stem the violence . -1 58540 58567 North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . North American futures pointed to a strong start to the first trading session of the week Monday , as earnings season slows and economic indicators take the spotlight . -1 781439 781461 Xerox itself paid a $ 10 million fine last year to settle similar SEC charges . Xerox itself previously paid a $ 10-million penalty to settle the SEC accusations . -1 1909579 1909408 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " said National Chief Executive Brian Halla . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . -0 787432 787464 The blasts killed two people and injured more than 150 others . The Atlanta Olympic Games attack killed one woman and injured more than 100 other people . -0 52758 52343 Morrill 's wife , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law during the service . At the service Morrill 's widow , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law as people consoled her . -1 1675025 1675047 Spansion products are to be available from both AMD and Fujitsu , AMD said . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . -1 2131318 2131372 About 1,500 police will be deployed for the visit . Around 1,500 police are to be deployed at Niigata for the ferry 's visit . -1 325763 325928 Gamarekian told The News she remembers only the woman 's first name - and refused to reveal it . She told the New York Daily News she remembers only the intern 's first name , which she refused to reveal . -1 2638975 2638855 One of the FBI ’ s key operatives , who had a falling out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend ’ s closed immigration court proceeding . One of the FBI 's key operatives , who has had a falling-out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend 's closed immigration court proceeding . -1 2198694 2198937 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes a salary of $ 65,000 in his 30th year . A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . -1 1825432 1825301 A man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot and kill a city councilman from Queens was ordered held on $ 100,000 bail during an early morning court appearance Saturday . The Queens man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot City Councilman Hiram Monserrate was held on $ 100,000 bail Saturday , a spokesman for the Queens district attorney said . -1 2906104 2906322 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail . They remained in Camden County Jail on Sunday on $ 100,000 bail . -1 722278 722383 Ms Stewart , the chief executive , was not expected to attend . Ms Stewart , 61 , its chief executive officer and chairwoman , did not attend . -0 101747 101777 Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said the defense 's claims were preposterous . Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said she will address the court . -1 2224884 2224819 The Justice Department Aug. 19 gave pre-clearance for the Oct. 7 date for the election to recall Gov. Gray Davis , saying it would not affect minority voting rights . The Justice Department on Aug. 19 sanctioned the Oct. 7 date for recall election , saying it would not affect voting rights . -0 977938 978162 Lord Falconer hailed the changes as " a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned " . " It 's a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned , making the criminal justice system work better . " -0 1015010 1014963 GE stock closed at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1513190 1513246 At least 27 US troops have been killed in hostile fire since Bush 's statement . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . -1 2385348 2385394 A recent poll showed Edwards with a narrow lead in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . A recent poll showed Edwards in a virtual four-way tie at the top in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . -1 2317018 2317252 November 17 's last victim was British defence attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot on an Athens road in June 2000 . November 17 's last victim was British defense attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot and killed at point-blank range on a busy Athens road in June 2000 . -0 1831696 1831660 The agency charged that one WD Energy worker discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies . The agency found further that a WD Energy employee discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies , which the CFTC didn 't identify . -1 1528383 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshipper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the assailants first targeted the mosque 's security guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . -1 917965 918315 For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs accounted for much of the inflation , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost increase . For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs dominated the increase , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost spiral . -0 3218713 3218830 Q : Can I buy coverage for prescription drugs right away ? Congress has added a new benefit - an option to buy insurance coverage for prescription drugs . -1 221079 221003 The airline also said it has the option to buy 380 more airplanes , orders that would be split evenly between the two manufacturers . The airline has the option to buy 380 more , split evenly between the two manufacturers . -1 2546175 2546198 Dr Mark McClean , Jonathan 's family doctor , said if the drug had been administered earlier Jonathan would have retained more of his brain functions . Dr Mark McClean , the family 's GP , said had the drug been administered to Jonathan earlier , he would have retained more of his brain function . -0 799346 799268 The chain operates more than 3,400 stores , and has annual revenue of about $ 15.8 billion . The chain , which has been under new management since late 1999 , has more than 3,400 stores and $ 15.8 billion in annual revenue . -0 2673104 2673130 All patients developed some or all of the symptoms of E. coli food poisoning : bloody diarrhea , vomiting , abdominal cramping and nausea . Symptoms of the E. coli infection include bloody diarrhea , nausea , vomiting and abdominal cramping . -1 1354501 1354476 Federal regulators have turned from sour to sweet on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings Inc. and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream Inc . Federal regulators have changed their minds on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream . -1 3070979 3070949 Environmental campaigners are using this weekend ’ s lunar eclipse to highlight the huge increase in light pollution across the UK . Environmental campaigners used the eclipse to highlight the surge in light pollution across Britain . -0 1264509 1264471 Available July 7 , the software supports the Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows operating systems . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . -1 103280 103431 Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chrétien have both said the Liberal government will introduce legislation soon to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot for personal use . Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chretien both have said the government will introduce legislation to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot . -0 110731 110648 But Chauncey Billups demonstrated he 's also capable of big games , scoring 77 points over the final two games against the Magic . Billups scored 77 points in the final two games of the first-round series against the Magic . -1 2274844 2274714 Kelly killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government had embellished evidence of Iraq 's banned weapons to justify the war . He killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government exaggerated the case for war against Iraq . -0 1050307 1050144 And it 's going to be a wild ride , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . Now the rest is just mechanical , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . -1 2810634 2810670 While the Ibrahims had one separation operation , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three for the Aguirres , with several weeks between each . Instead of one long operation to separate the twins , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three , with several weeks between each . -1 3073773 3073779 Lay had contended that turning over the documents would violate his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . -0 261202 260995 The WHO experts didn 't say how many cases in Hebei were in rural areas . Hebei has reported 191 cases and eight deaths , though the WHO experts did not say how many were in rural areas . -1 1824224 1824209 Nearly 300 mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign gave up and retreated peacefully after some 19 hours . Mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign ended a 19-hour standoff late Sunday and returned to barracks without a shot fired . -1 548867 548785 In three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five stock , when its share price was around $ 24 , to 37th . In the space of three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five 5 stock when its share price hovered around $ 24 to 37th on the list . -0 2796658 2796682 About two hours later , his body , wrapped in a blanket , was found dumped a few blocks away . Then his body was dumped a few blocks away , found in a driveway on Argyle Road . -1 1808166 1808434 Columbia broke up over Texas upon re-entry on Feb. 1 . Columbia broke apart in the skies above Texas on Feb. 1 . -1 853475 853342 A year or two later , 259 , or 10 per cent , of the youths reported that they had started to smoke , or had taken just a few puffs . Within two years , 259 , or 10 percent , of the youths reported they had started to smoke or had at least taken a few puffs . -0 977772 977804 The Lord Chancellor was guardian of the Great Seal , used to stamp all official documents from the sovereign . Falconer will hold on , for now , to the Lord Chancellor 's Great Seal , used to sign off instructions from the sovereign . -1 577854 578500 Cindy Yeast , a 50-year-old Washington-area publicist , says she began taking supplements two years ago in part to avoid mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . She started taking supplements two years ago - partly to stave off mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . -1 2829194 2829229 The two are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . -1 2074182 2074668 Gibson said last month in a press statement that " neither I nor my film are anti-Semitic . Gibson said in a June statement that he and his film are not anti-Semitic . -0 2758265 2758282 The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies , and set out to make it easier for them to apply the updates . The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies trying to apply them . -1 1958079 1958143 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . -1 544217 544325 The vote came just two days after Kurds swept City Council elections , taking the largest single block of votes on the 30-seat council . The vote for mayor followed City Council elections that gave Kurds the largest block of votes on the 30-seat council . -1 2385288 2385256 Large swells and dangerous surf already were being felt along sections of the coast . Already large swells and dangerous surf have arrived along the mid-Atlantic . -0 2324708 2325028 Based on a separate survey of households , the unemployment rate fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . Labor Department analysts discounted a slight improvement in the national unemployment rate , which fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . -1 2139506 2139427 " We will work with the board to ensure a smooth transition . " He said federal regulators would work with the corporation to ensure a " smooth transition . " -1 2965576 2965701 Gasps could be heard in the courtroom when the photo was displayed . Gasps could be heard as the photo was projected onto the screen . -1 2931098 2931144 Gilead had earnings of $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , compared with $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , in the year-ago quarter . Quarterly profit climbed to $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , from $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , a year earlier , the company said . -0 644788 644816 " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention to win , " Woods said . " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention , " Woods said , referring to his 42 on the front nine Saturday . -0 2551891 2551563 The poll had a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points . It had a margin of sampling error of plus or minus four percentage points and was conducted Thursday through Saturday . -1 1089053 1089297 Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's suggestion too drastic . Sen. Patrick Leahy , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's idea too drastic a remedy to be considered . -1 3435735 3435717 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > eased 0.37 of a point , or 0.03 percent , at 1,121 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > slipped 0.26 point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,121.96 . -0 1954 2142 Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday , joining a growing number of cities around the country . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . -1 3400796 3400822 That is evident from their failure , three times in a row , to get a big enough turnout to elect a president . Three times in a row , they failed to get a big _ enough turnout to elect a president . -1 1220668 1220801 We firmly believe we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' as the name of our network . " We firmly believe that we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' to name our network . -1 1889954 1889847 Sources who knew of the bidding said last week that cable TV company Comcast Corp. was also looking at VUE . Late last week , sources told Reuters cable TV company Comcast Corp. CMCSA.O also was looking at buying VUE assets . -1 315785 315653 But MTA officials appropriated the money to the 2003 and 2004 budgets without notifying riders or even the MTA board members considering the 50-cent hike , Hevesi found . MTA officials appropriated the surplus money to later years ' budgets without notifying riders or the MTA board members when the 50-cent hike was being considered , he said . -0 1521034 1520582 White , who had suffered kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center around 9 : 30 a.m. , said manager Ned Shankman . White , who had kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , had been undergoing dialysis and had been hospitalized since a September stroke . -1 2083598 2083810 About 10 percent of high school and 16 percent of elementary students must be proficient at math . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . -1 1910610 1910455 The legal ruling follows three days of intense speculation Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . The legal ruling follows three days of wild volatility in RIM 's stock over speculation that PC giant Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . -1 3113791 3113782 The European Commission , the EU 's antitrust enforcer , is expected to issue its decision next spring — unless a settlement is reached . The European Commission is expected to issue its decision in the case next spring — unless a settlement is reached . -1 3214517 3214483 " So Sebastian did his best to convincingly confess to a crime that he didn 't commit in order to survive , " she told jurors . " Sebastian did his best to confess convincingly to a crime he didn 't do in order to survive , " Ms. Richardson declared . -0 2083612 2083810 Twenty percent of Latino students and 23 percent of black students performed at proficient or higher . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . -1 661390 661218 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta - including a blast at the 1996 Olympics - along with the bombing in Alabama . -1 1269572 1269682 The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . They were remanded in custody and will appear in court again on July 8 . -1 1095780 1095652 " No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racing 's top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , " Wheeler said in a statement . No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racings top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , Wheeler said Tuesday . -1 116294 116332 The Phillies were upset that Counsell had stolen second in the sixth inning with Arizona leading 7-1 . The Phillies were apparently upset when Counsell stole during the sixth with the Diamondbacks up 7-1 . -1 941617 941673 He said his hatred for such people grew from these discussions and had helped convince him violence was the answer . His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . -1 2640607 2640576 " There is no need for one deadline for all to create the ASEAN Economic Community , " Thaksin said . Thus , he said , there did not have to one deadline to create the economic community . -1 3310210 3310286 The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . The broadside came during the recording on Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . -1 3376093 3376101 The additional contribution brings total U.S. food aid to North Korea this year to 100,000 tonnes . The donation of 60,000 tons brings the total of U.S. contributions for the year to 100,000 . -1 1549586 1549609 Leon Williams ' body was found inside his third-floor apartment at 196 Bay St. , in Tompkinsville . The dead man , Leon Williams , was found in his third-floor apartment . -1 460211 460445 The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 – well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . -1 1196962 1197061 But Virgin wants to operate Concorde on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . Branson said that his preference would be to operate a fully commercial service on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . -0 862804 862715 He tried to fight off officers and was taken to a hospital after a police dog bit him but was later released . Cruz tried to fight off officers and was hospitalized after a police dog bit him , Sgt. Steve Dixon said . -1 1726935 1726879 The announcement , which economists said was not a surprise , may be bittersweet for the millions of Americans without jobs . Economists said the announcement was not a surprise , and politicians said it offered little comfort to the millions of Americans without jobs . -0 331980 332110 Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief in Aceh , Surya Dharma , told reporters they could not because they did not have proper permission . Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief Surya Dharma told reporters : " Of course they may not go . -1 173879 173832 Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid the yen 's rise against the dollar . Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid ever-falling domestic interest rates . -0 2834988 2835026 Iran has until the end of the month to satisfy the agency it has no plans for nuclear weapons . The Iranians have until the end of the month to answer all the agency 's questions about their past nuclear activities . -1 2587300 2587243 Her father , Florin Cioaba , the king of Transylvania 's Gypsies , had her brought back and she was married against her will . Her father , Roma King Florin Cioaba , had her brought back and she was promptly married against her will . -0 554905 554627 Claire had advanced to the third round of the 76th annual Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . One by one they strolled to the microphone , all 251 youngsters in the 76th Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . -1 1912524 1912648 Citigroup Inc . C.N , the world 's largest financial services company , on Wednesday promoted Marjorie Magner to chairman and chief executive of its global consumer group . Citigroup ( C ) on Wednesday named Marjorie Magner chairman and chief executive of its colossal global consumer business . -1 3255597 3255668 " They 've been in the stores for over six weeks , " says Carney . The quarterlies usually stay in stores for between six to eight weeks , " Carney added . -1 629316 629289 Let me just say this : the evidence that we have of weapons of mass destruction was evidence drawn up and accepted by the joint intelligence community . " The evidence that we had of weapons of mass destruction was drawn up and accepted by the Joint Intelligence Committee , " he said . -1 54181 53570 Ridge said no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . -1 723557 724115 Thus far , Stewart 's company appears ready to stand behind her . For now , the company 's management appears to be standing behind Stewart . -0 2607718 2607708 But late Thursday night , the campaign issued a statement saying there would be no news conference and no big announcement . But late yesterday , the campaign and the state Democratic Party said there would be no news conference . -1 753858 753890 There 's also a flaw that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . -1 587009 586969 Another $ 100-million in savings will come from management layoffs and pay cuts . The airline expects to save another $ 100-million a year through management layoffs and pay cuts . -1 308567 308525 He called on Prime Minister John Howard to establish a royal commission on child sex abuse . The Senate motion also called on Prime Minister John Howard to hold a royal commission into child sex abuse . -0 665419 665612 " We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , " Mr. White said , objecting to Mr. Olson 's recommendation . We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , he said . -1 2763517 2763576 Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . The tube was removed Wednesday from Terri Schiavo , 39 , at the Tampa Bay-area hospice where she has lived for several years . -0 3107118 3107136 After 18 months , Nissen found that Lipitor stopped plaque buildup in the patients ' arteries . After 18 months , the atorvastatin patients had no change in the plaque in their arteries . -1 780604 780466 Toll , Australia 's second-largest transport company , last week offered NZ75 a share for Tranz Rail . Toll last week offered to buy the company for NZ75c a share , or $ NZ158 million . -0 1989213 1989116 " This child was literally neglected to death , " Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said . Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said the many family photos in the home did not include Kristen . -1 1462409 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its antidiscrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . -1 260952 260924 Metro , bus and local rail services in France 's four largest towns -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , Europe 1 radio reported . Subway , bus and suburban rail services in France 's four largest cities -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , transport authorities said . -1 1224743 1225510 In the undergraduate case , Rehnquist said the use of race was not " narrowly tailored " to achieve the university 's asserted interest in diversity . Rehnquist wrote that the system was not narrowly tailored to achieve the interest in educational diversity . -0 3329379 3329416 SP2 is basically about security enhancements to Windows , such as the improved Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . The firewall in the current Windows XP was known as the Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . -1 2362761 2362698 A landslide in central Chungchong province derailed a Seoul-bound train and 28 passengers were injured , television said . In central Chungchong province , a landslide caused a Seoul-bound Saemaeul Express train to derail , injuring 28 people , local television said . -0 1465073 1464854 They will help draft a plan to attack obesity that Kraft will implement over three to four years . The team will help draft a plan by the end of the year to attack obesity . -1 195728 196099 But that amount would probably be impossible to pass in the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . Such an amount would probably be unable to summon a majority of the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . -1 2587767 2587673 In the clash with police , Lt. Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators had gone to the station demanding jobs . In Baghdad , police Lieut . Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators arrived at the station demanding jobs . -0 1490044 1489975 Corixa shares rose 54 cents to $ 7.74 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Corixa rose 54 cents , or about 8 percent , to close at $ 7.74 . -1 958161 957782 Committee approval , expected today , would set the stage for debate on the Senate floor beginning Monday . That would clear the way for debate in the full Senate beginning on Monday . -1 1033204 1033365 O 'Brien was charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident , a felony . Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , 67 , was booked on a charge of leaving the scene of a fatal accident . -0 2996241 2996734 Tom Hamilton said his daughter was conscious and alert and in stable condition after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . -0 2015389 2015410 The Calgary woman , who is in her twenties , donated blood on Aug. 7 . The woman -- who has no symptoms of illness -- donated blood Aug. 7 . -1 221515 221509 Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . In a statement Monday , his lawyer John Keker said ``Frank Quattrone is innocent . -0 2283737 2283794 In the weeks leading up to the execution , several Florida officials received anonymous threatening letters . Several Florida officials connected to the case have received threatening letters , accompanied by rifle bullets . -1 2826681 2826474 The disagreement over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . -1 2249237 2249305 Parson was charged with intentionally causing and attempting to cause damage to protected computers . Parson is charged with one count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . -1 389239 389299 " The court and the public need to know much more of the details of the defendant 's seemingly massive fraud , " the judge said . " The court and the public need to know more of the defendants ' seemingly massive fraud , " he said . -1 2652187 2652218 The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The high court will hear arguments today on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . -1 2945693 2945847 The IRS said taxpayers can avoid undelivered checks by having refunds deposited directly into their checking or savings accounts . The IRS said taxpayers can avoid problems with lost or stolen refunds by having refunds deposited directly into personal checking or savings accounts . -1 2065523 2065836 " More than 70,000 men and women from bases in Southern California were deployed in Iraq . In all , more than 70,000 troops based in Southern California were deployed to Iraq . -1 2222998 2223097 BP shares slipped 0.8 percent to 433.50 pence ( $ 6.85 ) each in afternoon trading on the London Stock Exchange . BP shares slipped 48 cents to $ 41.72 Friday in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2561999 2561941 Because of the accounting charge , the company now says it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents a share , in the quarter ended June 30 . Including the charge , the Santa Clara , Calif.-based company said Monday it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents per share , in the period ending June 30 . -0 2324704 2325023 Friday 's report raised new worries that a weak job market could shackle the budding economic recovery despite a slight improvement in the overall unemployment rate . U.S. companies slashed payrolls for a seventh straight month in August , raising new worries that a weak jobs market could shackle the budding economic recovery . -1 2336453 2336545 Federal Emergency Management Administration designated $ 20 million to establish the registry . The registry was launched with $ 20 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency . -1 720572 720486 BREAST cancer cases in the UK have hit an all-time high with more than 40,000 women diagnosed with the disease each year , Cancer Re-search UK revealed yesterday . Cases of breast cancer in Britain have reached a record high , with the number of women diagnosed with the disease passing the 40,000 mark for the first time . -1 1605818 1605806 " It was never our intention to sell the product , " said Health Minister Anne McClellan , a skeptic of medical marijuana use . " It was never the intention of us to sell product , " federal Health Minister Anne McLellan said yesterday in Edmonton . -0 2440680 2440474 GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and another 340,000 retirees and spouses . They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . -0 726399 726078 Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of prisons for one day with credit for time served , " Breyer said to tumultuous cheers in the courtroom . " Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons for one day with credit for time served . " -1 533903 533818 " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " Rumsfeld said in a speech to the Council on Foreign Relations . " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " he said . -1 1166473 1166857 Mr. Young said he was disappointed that the government didn 't see the severe acute respiratory syndrome crisis as worthy of federal disaster-relief money . Young said he was disappointed the government didn 't see the SARS crisis as worthy of federal disaster relief money . -1 144089 143697 The 12-nation currency has risen by 33 percent against the dollar over the past 15 months . The euro is up 9 percent against the dollar in the past six weeks . -1 3439854 3439874 In February 2000 , the officers — Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy — were acquitted of all charges in the killing . The officers -- Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy -- were acquitted in 2000 of state murder charges . -1 3464314 3464302 I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . " I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . . . It was mostly a monologue . " -1 2008984 2009175 The state 's House delegation currently consists of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Democrats hold a 17-15 edge in the state 's U.S. House delegation . -0 816867 816831 Freddie also said Leland C. Brendsel will retire as chairman and chief executive and resign from the board . He replaces Leland Brendsel , 61 , who retired as chairman and chief executive . -1 192285 192327 We 'll be listening carefully to the [ IAEA ] director general 's report at the next board meeting . " We 'll be listening carefully to the ( IAEA ) director-general 's report at the next board meeting . " -1 2688145 2688162 In that position , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , president and CEO of EMC . As executive vice president of new ventures , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , EMC 's president and chief executive . -1 3294207 3294290 But with the PM due to leave tomorrow afternoon for personal reasons there was a risk he might not be present when the final decision was made . But with the Prime Minister due to leave tomorrow , a day early , he may not be present when the final decision is made . -0 205100 205145 A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . -0 3242051 3241897 Mr. Kerkorian tried unsuccessfully to take over Chrysler in 1995 , but did win representation on its board . Kerkorian and Tracinda had also tried to take over Chrysler in 1995 . -0 1076861 1077018 Glover spoke at a news conference that included about 20 relatives of the victims . About 20 family members of the victims were invited to the news conference . -1 2095803 2095786 Drax faced a financial crisis late last year after it lost its most lucrative sales contract , held with insolvent utility TXU Europe . Drax ’ s troubles began late last year when it lost its most lucrative sales contract , with the insolvent utility TXU Europe . -1 2112330 2112376 But I would rather be talking about high standards than low standards . " " I would rather be talking about positive numbers rather than negative . -1 3389318 3389271 It was not immediately known how many people were on flight UTA 141 , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . It was still not known exactly how many people were on the plane , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . -1 698948 698933 The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally drove the broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index .SPX up more than 20 percent since mid-March . The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally pushed the broad S & P 500 index up more than 20 percent since mid-March . -1 539585 539355 Witnesses said they believed the man planned to crash the Launceston-bound Qantas flight 1737 , which was carrying 47 passengers and six crew . Witnesses believe he wanted to crash Flight 1737 , which had 47 passengers and six crew . -1 684848 684557 As Samudra sat down to hear the indictment , he looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted ``God is Great ' ' three times . As he sat down to hear the indictment , Samudra looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted " Takbir ! " , or " Proclaim ! " , a religious rallying cry . -1 347017 347002 In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once bustling streets , ubiquitous department stores stand mostly empty and restaurants are eerily quiet . In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once-bustling streets and department stores and restaurants are virtually empty . -1 1592037 1592076 In a statement , Lee said he " no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on my name when naming Spike TV . " Spike Lee no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on his name by calling its own venture " Spike TV , " according to a statement read in court Tuesday . -0 3013483 3013540 Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong says China plays an important role in the integration of Asia , including managing the stresses and strains both within and between countries . HAINAN PROVINCE , China : Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong said China plays an important role in the integration of Asia . -1 2020252 2020081 The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , an issue Microsoft on July 16 had warned about . The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , which Microsoft warned of 16 July . -0 2614947 2614904 The premium edition adds OfficeFront Page 2003 , Acceleration Server 2000 , and SQL Server 2000 . The premium edition adds ISA Server , SQL Server and a specialized edition of BizTalk 2004 . -0 1744257 1744378 In the year-ago quarter , the steelmaker recorded a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents per share , on sales of $ 1.14 billion . In the second quarter last year , AK Steel reported a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents a share . -0 1119721 1119714 Sony claimed that the reader 's capacitance sensing technology cannot be fooled by paper copies and does not require cleaning . Its capacitance sensing technology electronically reads a fingerprint ; Sony says it can 't be fooled by paper copies and doesn 't require cleaning . -1 1186754 1187056 Amazon.com shipped out more than a million copies of the new book , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . Amazon.com shipped more than a million copies by Saturday afternoon , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . -1 2842562 2842582 The show 's closure affected third-quarter earnings per share by a penny . The company said this impacted earnings by a penny a share . -0 431076 431242 After the two-hour meeting on May 14 , publisher Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr . , executive editor Howell Raines and managing editor Gerald Boyd pledged quick remedies to staff grievances . The committee will make recommendations to Publisher Arthur Sulzberger , Executive Editor Howell Raines and Managing Editor Gerald Boyd . -1 1393764 1393984 It 's been a busy couple of days for security gurus assigned to keep their companies safe and sound . It 's been a busy couple of days for enterprise security gurus tasked with the job of keeping their companies safe and sound . -0 2916199 2916164 Lu reclined in a soft chair wearing a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . " It 's great to be back home , " said Lu , dressed in a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . -1 2530671 2530542 Gov. Bob Riley proposed the budget cuts after Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 . After Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 , Riley forecast significant cuts in state programs . -1 219064 218969 " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . -0 2377289 2377259 Estonia 's place in the European mainstream and safeguard its independence regained in 1991 . Estonia was forcibly incorporated in the Soviet Union in 1940 and regained its independence only in 1991 . -0 2110220 2110199 Franklin County Judge-Executive Teresa Barton said a firefighter was struck by lightning and was taken to the Frankfort Regional Medical Center . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . -0 1864253 1863810 Police suspected that Shaichat , 20 , had been abducted either by Palestinians or by Israeli Arabs . Nobody claimed responsibility for Schaichat 's death , but police suspect that the 20-year-old soldier was abducted either by Palestinians or Israeli Arabs . -0 3150803 3150839 During this year 's August to October quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores , including two relocations . During the third quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores and now has 932 stores in 45 states . -0 969381 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . -1 271891 271839 Sony said the PSP would also feature a 4.5-inch LCD screen , Memory Stick expansion slots . It also features a 4.5 in back-lit LCD screen and memory expansion facilities . -0 2829648 2829613 Clinton did not mention that two Democratic senators , Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted to shelve the McCain bill . Two Democrats , Sen. Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted with the 40 Republicans . -1 886904 887158 Some of the company 's software developers will join Microsoft , but details haven 't been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsoft 's security business unit . Some of the companys software developers will join Microsoft , but details havent been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsofts security business unit . -0 2632692 2632767 Wal-Mart has said it plans to open at least 40 Supercenters in the state in the coming years ; analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . At least 40 of the outlets will be in California , and analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . -1 2240399 2240149 Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and to let unions organize the workers by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and labor 's demands to let its workers organize by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . -1 805457 805985 The opposition would resort to rolling mass action " at strategic times of our choice and without warning to the dictatorship , " he said . " From now onwards we will embark on rolling mass action at strategic times of our choice and without any warning to the dictatorship , " he said . -1 2896308 2896334 Federal Agriculture Minister Warren Truss said the Government still did not know the real reason the sheep were rejected at the Saudi port of Jeddah on August 21 . He said the Government still did not know the real reason the original Saudi buyer pulled out on August 21 . -1 2110775 2110924 Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said that scenario is one among many that investigators are considering . Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said investigators are considering the scenario . -1 1762569 1762526 Hester said Sanmina was the best fit among several purchase offers the company received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . Hester said Sanmina 's offer was the best among several Newisys received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . -0 2706154 2706185 The other inmate fell but Selenski shimmed down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof and used the mattress to scale a razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . -1 1057995 1057778 The hearing , expected to last a week , will determine whether Akbar faces a court-martial . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . -1 1386884 1386857 He said he has begun a court action to seize Beacon Hill 's assets and has frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . He said he has initiated a forfeiture action in court and frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . -1 3093023 3092996 Speaking for the first time yesterday , Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had was in prison or that he had remarried . Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had been sent to prison , or that he had remarried in Sydney . -1 1661381 1661317 " Close co-operation between our law enforcement agencies , close co-operation between our intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism . " Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . -0 2926039 2925982 The mother of a Briton held by Colombian guerrillasspoke of her relief yesterday after hearing that he might be freed in the next few weeks . The parents of a Briton being held hostage by Colombian rebels spoke yesterday of their optimism that he would be freed in time for his birthday next month . -0 637168 637447 We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . McBride characterized Novell 's move as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " -1 696677 696932 After more than two years ' detention under the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty of subversion in Beijing 's No. 1 Intermediate Court last Wednesday . After more than two years in detention by the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty last Wednesday of subversion . -1 3122429 3122305 Mr Russell , 46 , a coal miner from Brisbane , said : " They are obviously hurting , so we are basically going over there to help them . " " They are obviously hurting so we are basically going over there to help them , " Russell , 46 , said . -1 1348909 1348954 The New York Democrat and former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 , but has not ruled out a race in later years . The former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 but has not ruled out a race later on . -0 162203 162101 It does not affect the current Windows Media Player 9.0 Series . Windows Media Player has had security problems before . -0 71501 71627 The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . -1 2907762 2907649 Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations and large branches of the United Way by 15 percent and 28.6 percent , respectively . Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations by 15 percent and to large branches of the United Way by 28.6 percent . -1 2167771 2167744 In May , Mr. Hatfill said he was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Georgetown . Last May , Hatfill was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Washington 's Georgetown neighborhood . -1 3320577 3320553 " I will support a constitutional amendment which would honor marriage between a man and a woman , codify that , " he said . " If necessary , I will support a constitutional amendment which would honour marriage between a man and a woman , codify that . " -1 849291 849442 IBM of the US and Infineon Technologies of Germany will today announce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . IBMof the US andInfineon Technologies of Germany willon Tuesdayannounce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . -0 763948 763991 Costa 's semifinal opponent is Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero , whom he beat in last year 's final . Costa will play Juan Carlos Ferrero next in a rematch of last year 's final . -1 1908763 1908744 A former employee of a local power company pleaded guilty Wednesday to setting off a bomb that knocked out a power substation during the Winter Olympics last year . A former Utah Power meter reader pleaded guilty Wednesday to bombing a power substation during the 2002 Winter Olympics . -0 1876120 1876059 Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism - and cutting cholesterol - but come with the unwanted side effect of speeding up the heartbeat . Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism , and they can help cut cholesterol too . -1 518089 518133 Judge Craig Doran said it wasn 't his role to determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but maintained that " he has committed an evil act . " Judge Craig Doran said he couldn 't determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but said he " has committed an evil act . " -0 224932 224868 The Hartford shares rose $ 2.88 , or 6.6 percent , to close Monday at $ 46.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -1 1771131 1771091 It also offers a built-in NAND flash boot loader so that high-density NAND flash memory can be used without having to install an additional support chip . The S3C2440 has a built-in NAND flash boot loader , for example , so that high-density NAND flash memory can be installed without an additional support chip . -0 2728425 2728251 It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday after the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's , the credit rating agency . It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday to counteract the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's to one step above junk status . -0 953733 953537 Altria shares fell 2.5 percent or $ 1.11 to $ 42.57 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -1 349215 349241 It will be followed in November by a third movie , " The Matrix Revolutions . " The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with " The Matrix Revolutions . " -1 2919853 2919804 Massachusetts regulators and the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday pressed securities fraud charges against Putnam Investments and two of its former portfolio managers for alleged improper mutual fund trading . State and federal securities regulators filed civil charges against Putnam Investments and two portfolio managers in the ever-expanding mutual fund trading scandal . -1 954526 954607 He is blocking them until the Air Force assigns four additional C-130 cargo planes to Gowen Field , an Idaho Air National Guard base in Boise . He is holding them up until the Air Force agrees to assign four additional C-130 cargo planes to the Idaho Air National Guard . -1 69773 69792 Cisco pared spending to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . -0 2823575 2823513 The study , published Monday in the journal Molecular Brain Research , is likely to also apply to humans , its authors said . The study , conducted on the brains of developing mice , was being published today in the journal Molecular Brain Research . -1 2455942 2455978 My decision today is not based on any one event . " Governor Rowland said his decision was " not based on any one event . " -1 131979 131957 Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil-rights charges stemming from the disturbance which led to Rosenbaum 's death . Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil rights charges stemming from the disturbance that led to Rosenbaum 's death . -0 2010705 2010779 " The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place . The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place , they are attacking us . " -1 54142 53641 Next Monday at about 2 p.m. ( CST ) , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . Around the same time , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . -1 1015249 1015204 Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . -0 753928 753890 The patch also fixes a vulnerability that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . -1 3022833 3023029 Peterson , a former fertilizer salesman , is charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and the baby boy she was carrying . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . -0 751520 751373 SPOT products run a Microsoft operating system and the company 's DirectBand radio technology developed with SCA Data Systems . The DirectBand network was developed with the assistance of SCA Data Systems . -0 218848 218851 He replaces Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation in April . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . -1 3181118 3181443 Detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , of the arrest shortly after Perry was apprehended . Shortly after his arrest , detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , a medical assistant , about the development . -1 515581 515752 They were among about 40 people attending the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some non-traditional touches . He said about 40 people attended the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some nontraditional touches . -1 347022 347003 Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a fiasco at a Taipei hospital in late April caused the number of infections to skyrocket . Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a severe outbreak at a Taipei hospital in late April . -1 3311600 3311633 Mr. Rowland attended a party in South Windsor for the families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers called to active duty . Rowland was making an appearance at a holiday party for families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers assigned to duty in Iraq and Afghanistan . -0 3439114 3439084 Ross Garber , Rowland 's lawyer , said Tuesday he would attend the meeting and would ask to speak on the issue . Ross Garber , Rowland 's legal counsel , said the governor would have no comment on the condo deal . -0 487951 488007 The euro was at 1.5281 versus the Swiss franc EURCHF = , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . -0 314997 315030 On the stand Wednesday , she said she was referring only to the kissing . On the stand Wednesday , she testified that she was referring to the kissing before the alleged rape . -0 4733 4557 Garner said the group would probably be expanded to include , for example , a Christian and perhaps another Sunni leader . The group has already met several times and Gen. Garner said it probably will be expanded to include a Christian and perhaps another Sunni Muslim leader . -1 2820371 2820525 Blair 's Foreign Secretary Jack Straw was to take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the European Union . Blair 's office said his Foreign Secretary Jack Straw would take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the EU meeting the prime minister attended last week . -1 801552 801516 " There were more people surrounding the clubhouse than the Unabomber 's house up in the hills , " Baker said . " There are more people surrounding the clubhouse than surrounded the Unabomber 's home in the hills . -1 1704987 1705268 Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as Mr. Weill 's successor . Mr. Weill 's longtime confidant , Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as his successor . -1 396041 396188 Officials are also meeting with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . Canadian officials were also expected to meet yesterday with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . -0 1014983 1014963 GE stock closed Friday at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2320654 2320666 The Midwestern research center will focus on the development of diagnostic , therapeutic and vaccine products for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . The Midwestern center will focus on diagnosis , treatment and vaccines for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . -1 1057876 1057778 The hearing is to determine whether there is enough evidence to order Akbar to a general court-martial proceeding . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . -0 2116843 2116883 In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 year , in Canada about 80,000 . In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 yearly , according to the National Institutes of Health . -1 1461629 1461781 Ninety-five percent of international cargo to the United States is carried by ship . Ships carry 95 percent of international cargo to the United States . -0 374015 374162 " It 's a major victory for Maine , and it 's a major victory for other states . The Maine program could be a model for other states . -1 2493369 2493428 News that oil producers were lowering their output starting in November exacerbated a sell-off that was already under way on Wall Street . News that the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries was lowering output starting in November exacerbated a stock sell-off already under way yesterday . -1 490355 490378 They note that after several weeks of rallies on upbeat earnings , investors are looking for stronger evidence of a recovery before sending stocks higher . After several weeks of market rallies on upbeat earnings , many investors are looking for more concrete signs of an economic recovery . -1 2691044 2691264 Most economists had expected a more dire report , with many anticipating the fifth month of job losses in six months . Most economists had been expecting a far more dire report , with many expecting to see the fifth month of job losses in six months in September . -1 1831453 1831491 But software license revenues , a measure financial analysts watch closely , decreased 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . -1 2380695 2380822 King , brand-name writer , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters . Stephen King , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters from the National Book Foundation . -1 2577517 2577531 The Denver-based natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered after it received a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission . The natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered in response to a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission , or CFTC . -1 3267026 3266930 The steel tariffs , which the U.S. president imposed in March 2002 , will officially end at midnight , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . The U.S. steel tariffs , which Bush imposed in March 2002 , were to officially end at midnight Thursday ( 0500 GMT ) , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . -1 360875 360943 Business Week 's online edition reported on Friday that WorldCom and the SEC could announce a settlement as early as Monday . BusinessWeek Online has learned that the settlement could come as early as Monday , May 19 . -1 162632 162653 Only one of the five buildings in the Baghdad compound of the United Nations Development Program escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . Only one of the five buildings in the compound in Baghdad run by the UN Development Program , escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . -1 1128884 1128865 Shares of Salix have rocketed 64 percent since Axcan made its first offer on April 10 . Since the initial takeover offer , Salix shares have risen about 35 percent . -1 3264732 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . -1 1721433 1721267 It 's happened five times in the last 11 years : A disaster puts this Southwestern town in the headlines during the summer tourist season . It 's happened five times in the last decade : A disaster puts this tourist town in the headlines during summer , its busiest season . -0 146112 146127 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . -1 389117 389052 The company emphasized that McDonald 's USA does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for McDonald 's use in the United States . McDonald 's said in a statement that it does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for use in the United States . -1 872784 872834 Gregory Parseghian , a former investment banker , was appointed chief executive . Greg Parseghian was appointed the new chief executive . -0 2977500 2977547 Their contract will expire at 12 : 01 a.m. Wednesday instead of 12 : 01 a.m. Sunday , said Rian Wathen , organizing director for United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . " It has outraged the membership , " said Rian Wathen , organizing director of United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . -1 3107137 3107119 But plaque volume increased by 2.7 percent in pravastatin patients . The volume of plaque in Pravachol patients ' arteries rose by 3 % . -1 1619244 1619274 Today in the US , the book - kept under wraps by its publishers , G. P. Putnam 's Sons , since its inception - will appear in bookstores . Tomorrow the book , kept under wraps by G. P. Putnam 's Sons since its inception , will appear in bookstores . -0 3061836 3062031 The S & P / TSX composite rose 87.74 points on the week , while the TSX Venture Exchange composite gained 44.49 points . On the week , the Dow Jones industrial average rose 11.56 points , while the Nasdaq Stock Market gained 39.42 points . -1 485999 486011 Ex-KGB agent Putin added that the Beatles were considered ' propaganda of an alien ideology ' . 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Current Chief Operating Officer Mike Butcher and Group Chief Financial Officer Alex Arena will report to So . -1 3019446 3019327 The world 's two largest automakers said their U.S. sales declined more than predicted last month as a late summer sales frenzy caused more of an industry backlash than expected . Domestic sales at both GM and No. 2 Ford Motor Co. declined more than predicted as a late summer sales frenzy prompted a larger-than-expected industry backlash . -1 1945605 1945824 According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( news - web sites ) , there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . -0 1430402 1430329 A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday and was expected to hit somewhere along the Texas or Louisiana coasts by Monday night . A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday and could have hurricane-force winds when it hits land somewhere along the Louisiana coast Monday night . -0 3354381 3354396 The company didn 't detail the costs of the replacement and repairs . But company officials expect the costs of the replacement work to run into the millions of dollars . -1 1390995 1391183 The settling companies would also assign their possible claims against the underwriters to the investor plaintiffs , he added . Under the agreement , the settling companies will also assign their potential claims against the underwriters to the investors , he added . -0 2201401 2201285 Air Commodore Quaife said the Hornets remained on three-minute alert throughout the operation . Air Commodore John Quaife said the security operation was unprecedented . -1 2453843 2453998 A Washington County man may have the countys first human case of West Nile virus , the health department said Friday . The countys first and only human case of West Nile this year was confirmed by health officials on Sept . 8 . -1 1756630 1756502 Moseley and a senior aide delivered their summary assessments to about 300 American and allied military officers on Thursday . General Moseley and a senior aide presented their assessments at an internal briefing for American and allied military officers at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada on Thursday . -0 938878 938896 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . -1 2357153 2357114 Consumers would still have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . -1 2760337 2760373 The increase reflects lower credit losses and favorable interest rates . The gain came as a result of fewer credit losses and lower interest rates . -1 3447768 3447857 The device plays Internet radio streams and comes with a 30-day trial of RealNetworks ' Rhapsody music service . The product also streams Internet radio and comes with a 30-day free trial for RealNetworks ' Rhapsody digital music subscription service . -0 173848 173787 Hong Kong was flat , Australia , Singapore and South Korea lost 0.2-0.4 percent . Australia was flat , Singapore was down 0.3 percent by midday and South Korea added 0.2 percent . -1 1756397 1756332 Evidence suggests two of the victims were taken by surprise , while the other two might have tried to flee or to defend themselves or the others , police said . Evidence suggests two victims were taken by surprise , while the others may have tried to flee or perhaps defend themselves or their friends , police said . -0 749900 749726 Ballmer has been vocal in the past warning that Linux is a threat to Microsoft . In the memo , Ballmer reiterated the open-source threat to Microsoft . -1 501917 501968 A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . A plane carrying 75 people , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , crashed in thick fog in Turkey early on Monday , killing all aboard , officials said . -1 356718 356778 Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . -1 1083541 1083857 " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great ' Sopranos ' saga , " HBO chairman and chief executive Chris Albrecht said . " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great Sopranos saga , " said HBO Chairman Chris Albrecht in a statement . -1 1090263 1090673 The two had argued that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . He and Zilkha believed that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . -1 666617 666675 " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " the judge told the convicted crack cocaine kingpin . " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz told McGriff after he was sentenced . -1 2299642 2299604 Still , he said , " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill . " " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill , " Frist , R-Tenn . , said Thursday . -1 2878218 2878204 " Senator Clinton should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with the important issue of homeland security funding , " he said . " She should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with this important issue , " said state budget division spokesman Andrew Rush . -1 1758014 1758028 Federal agents said yesterday they are investigating the theft of 1,200 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . -0 149718 149404 Last year , Comcast signed 1.5 million new digital cable subscribers . Comcast has about 21.3 million cable subscribers , many in the largest U.S. cities . -1 3018662 3018965 Schofield got Toepfer to admit on cross-examination that she ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . But under cross-examination by O 'Donnell 's attorney , Lorna Schofield , Toepfer conceded she had ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . -1 2444603 2444722 The man accused of using fake grenades to commandeer a Cuban plane that landed in Key West in April was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison . A Cuban architect was sentenced to 20 years in prison Friday for using two fake grenades to hijack a passenger plane from Cuba to Florida in April . -1 356716 356884 Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior government official said . -1 2535248 2535076 The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was born on Aug. 28 , 1925 , in Chicago and was carried onstage for applause when he was three days old . The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was carried onstage for applause when he was 3 days old . -1 1811569 1811633 Ricky Clemons ' brief , troubled Missouri basketball career is over . Missouri kicked Ricky Clemons off its team , ending his troubled career there . -1 956105 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . -0 1558644 1558584 The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi official in Kirkuk . The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi Kurdish official in Kirkuk , but Gul has denied any Turkish plot . -0 659710 660044 " It was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games , " Thomas said . " We 're in the Stanley Cup finals , and it was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games . -0 1268500 1268733 Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 135.92 / 6.04 yen against the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . -1 197693 197750 Snow 's remark ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign-exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . Snow 's remark on the dollar 's effects on exports ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign- exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . -0 2226418 2226158 The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . The women said victims of rape who came forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their attackers escaped judgment , prompting most victims to remain silent . -1 2191765 2192036 " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its UK business , " Cicutto added . " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its U.K. business , " NAB chief executive Frank Cicutto said . -1 2455974 2455938 In a statement , Mr. Rowland said : " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me . " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me , " Rowland said . -0 816693 816490 Oracle 's $ 5 billion hostile bid for PeopleSoft is clearly not sitting well with PeopleSoft 's executives . Oracle on Friday launched a $ 5.1 billion hostile takeover bid for PeopleSoft . -1 198581 198842 Taha is married to former Iraqi oil minister Amir Muhammed Rasheed , who surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . Taha 's husband , former oil minister Amer Mohammed Rashid , surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . -1 69590 69792 Cisco pared spending during the quarter to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . -1 2226059 2226265 Seven 20- and 21-year-old cadets were ticketed by police for drinking alcohol in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two young women , aged 16 and 18 . Seven 20- and 21-year-old male cadets were caught in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two female teens , 16 and 18 years . -0 1012095 1012246 Dixon 's win moved him into second place in the points standings , 49 behind Kanaan . " It 's always fun to come to Colorado , " said Dixon , who moved into second in the IRL standings behind Kanaan . -1 2320049 2320007 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program that also dated from the Depression years . -1 1908431 1908277 On July 22 , Moore announced he would appeal the case directly to the U.S. Supreme Court . Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . -0 2594779 2595060 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 19.72 points , or 1.98 percent , to 1,015.69 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . -0 173717 173841 Thanks to the euro 's rise against the Japanese currency , the dollar was at 117.24 yen , well above the overnight 10-month low of 116 yen . The euro 's rise against the yen and speculation of Japanese intervention helped the dollar firm to 117.25 yen , well above a 10-month low of 116 yen hit on Thursday . -0 2963161 2963103 Thursday afternoon , the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was trading up just 1.48 points , or 0.1 percent , to 1,049.59 . Stocks closed largely unchanged , with the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index dipping 1.17 points , to 1,046.94 . -1 2375809 2375778 " They were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street . Investigators " were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street in the quiet city neighborhood . -1 3298856 3298813 Nicholas is the uncle of Louima , the Haitian immigrant who was sexually tortured by NYPD cops in 1997 . Mr. Nicolas is an uncle of Abner Louima , who was tortured by New York City police officers in 1997 . -1 3052031 3052077 The procedure is generally performed in the second or third trimester . The technique is used during the second and , occasionally , third trimester of pregnancy . -1 546923 546915 " Just sitting around in a big base camp , knocking back cans of beer , I don 't particularly regard as mountaineering , " he added . " Sitting around in base camp knocking back cans of beer - that I don 't particularly regard as mountaineering . " -1 1853823 1853477 She survives him as do their four children -- sons Anthony and Kelly , daughters Linda Hope and Nora Somers -- and four grandchildren . Hope is survived by his wife ; sons Anthony and Kelly ; daughters Linda and Nora Somers ; and four grandchildren . -1 3417894 3417817 It exploded in his hands , but the former Italian prime minister was unhurt . The letter bomb sent to Prodi exploded in his hands but he was unhurt . -0 3026089 3026070 The British Foreign Office said Monday that coalition authorities in Iraq were pleased that the men were freed . The British Foreign Office said it had mediated the two men 's release . -1 1618799 1619119 Now , with the agency 's last three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia disaster , that wait could be even longer . With the remaining three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia accident , the rookies will have to wait even longer . -1 842299 842482 ISRAELI soldiers knocked down empty mobile homes and water towers in 10 tiny West Bank settlement outposts overnight as part of a US-backed Mideast peace plan . Israeli soldiers began tearing down settlement outposts in the West Bank yesterday - an Israeli obligation under a new Mideast peace plan . -1 2795276 2795258 " These documents are indecipherable to me , and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere , " the lawyer said . " These documents are indecipherable to me , " the lawyers said , " and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere . " -0 2452146 2452300 The latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting ; they were forecasting claims to fall no lower than 410,000 for last week . Despite problems in the job market , the latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting . -1 1596213 1596237 Another body was pulled from the water on Thursday and two seen floating down the river could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . Two more bodies were seen floating down the river on Thursday , but could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . -1 420631 420719 Those reports were denied by the interior minister , Prince Nayef . However , the Saudi interior minister , Prince Nayef , denied the reports . -1 2597390 2597503 Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , and many of the arrests of key al-Qaida operatives have taken place in those areas . Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , where many of the arrests of key Al Qaeda operatives have taken place . -1 2152575 2152598 " Our decision today is quite limited , " the judges stated in their opinion . " Our decision today is quite limited , " they conclude . -1 1704383 1704087 The woman had agreed to testify after receiving immunity protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . The defense said the woman testified under an immunity deal protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . -1 1587838 1587560 Under terms of the deal , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 of a share of EMC common stock for each share of Legato stock . Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . -1 3099593 3099626 " Our prognosis for a continued and steady recovery is being realized , and the outlook remains bright , " bureau CEO Greg Stuart says . " Our prognosis for a continued and steady recovery is being realized and the outlook remains bright , " said Greg Stuart , president and CEO of the IAB . -1 459714 459611 Kingston also finished with 67 after producing six birdies on the back nine . South Africa 's James Kingston is also on five under after blitzing six birdies on his back nine . -1 2636620 2636688 " At least two of them were supposed to be in positions of leadership for the younger boys . " At least two of [ the suspects ] were supposed to be in positions of leadership , " he said . -1 172379 172538 Ms Lafferty 's lawyer , Thomas Ezzell , told a Kentucky newspaper : " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen . " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen , " Ezzell said . -1 389027 388939 Its Canadian operations only buy beef from facilities that are federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " McDonald 's Canada only purchases beef from facilities federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " -0 1305621 1305775 Agriculture ministers from more than one hundred nations are expected to attend the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . -1 276515 276501 While there were about 700 Uruguayan UN peacekeepers in Bunia , they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . The UN has approximately 600 troops in the town , but they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . -1 1617861 1617809 Shares of Coke were down 49 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 43.52 in early trading Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . In late morning trading , Coke shares were down 2 cents at $ 43.99 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 3063295 3063680 NASIRIYA , Iraq — Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch have angrily dismissed claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . -1 1398956 1398777 If people took the pill daily , they would lower their risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists claim . Taking the pill would lower the risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists said . -1 1401946 1401697 Amgen shares gained 93 cents , or 1.45 percent , to $ 65.05 in afternoon trading on Nasdaq . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 98645 98414 From the start , however , the United States ' declared goal was not just to topple Saddam but to stabilize Iraq and install a friendly government . But the United States ' ultimate goal was not just to topple Mr. Hussein but to stabilize the country and install a friendly government . -1 3113657 3113590 Customers that pay the $ 1,219 entrance fee get SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses . Retail pricing for SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses is $ 1,219 . -0 2930352 2930380 It was the best advance since Oct. 1 , when the index gained 22.25 . Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 15.66 to 1,046.79 , its best advance since Oct. 1 , when it gained 22.25 . -0 2467229 2467352 " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through , " she said . She also pledged to bring peace to Iraq : " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through . " -1 1081112 1081199 MSN Messenger 6 will be available for download starting at 6 p.m. GMT on Wednesday from http : / / messenger.msn.com / download / v6preview.asp. The MSN Messenger 6 software will be available from 11 a.m. PST on Wednesday , according to Microsoft . -0 1782395 1782413 If Shelley certifies enough are valid , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days , setting the state into uncharted political waters . If the Democrat certifies that there are enough valid signatures , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days . -1 1246493 1246786 The most serious breach of royal security in recent years occurred in 1982 when 30-year-old Michael Fagan broke into the queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . It was the most serious breach of royal security since 1982 when an intruder , Michael Fagan , found his way into the Queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . -0 41193 41211 Shares of LendingTree rose 22 cents to $ 14.69 and have risen 14 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . -0 1433616 1433454 During a screaming match in 1999 , Carolyn told John she was still sleeping with Bergin . She , in turn , occasionally told John that she was still sleeping with an ex-boyfriend , " Baywatch " hunk Michael Bergin . -0 1614192 1614332 " The vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight that needs to be improved , " the report said . " These vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight and , if not corrected , could lead to an erosion of safety , " said the report . -1 228991 229263 The network is also dropping its Friday night " Dateline " edition . The network will drop one edition of " Dateline , " its newsmagazine franchise . -1 459228 458802 " I 'm real excited to be a Cleveland Cavalier , " James said . " I 'm really excited about going to Cleveland , " James told ESPN.com. -0 1392369 1392292 Russ Britt is the Los Angeles Bureau Chief for CBS.MarketWatch.com. Emily Church is London bureau chief of CBS.MarketWatch.com. -1 479412 479618 The others were ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . The five main banks are ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , J.P. Morgan JPM.N , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . -0 1564390 1564515 WorldCom 's accounting problems came to light early last year , and the company filed for bankruptcy in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . -1 1796642 1796689 They were at Raffles Hospital over the weekend for further evaluation . They underwent more tests over the weekend , and are now warded at Raffles Hospital . -1 3099578 3099683 Rich media doubled its share , increasing from 3 % in Q2 2002 to 6 % in Q2 2003 . Rich Media interactive ad formats doubled their share from 3 % in second quarter of 2002 , to 6 % in the second quarter of 2003 . -0 1657996 1657704 She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . The star , who plays schoolgirl Nina Tucker in Neighbours , went to a specialist on June 30 feeling tired and unwell . -1 2632867 2632821 Supermarket chains facing a possible grocery clerk strike this week accused union leaders Monday of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend . Supermarket chains are accusing union leaders of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend as grocery clerks gear up for a possible strike . -0 1263127 1263344 MGM , NBC and Liberty executives were not immediately available for comment . A Microsoft spokesman was not immediately available to comment . -0 246757 246805 The ADRs fell 10 cents to $ 28.95 at 10 : 06 a.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading today . Shares of Fox Entertainment Group Inc . , News Corp. ' s U.S. media and entertainment arm , fell 45 cents to $ 26.85 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -1 1552072 1551932 Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's Web site provider to replace the vandalized page . In a telephone interview , Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's web site provider to have the vandalised page replaced . -0 1669205 1669254 Hilsenrath and Klarman each were indicted on three counts of securities fraud . Klarman was charged with 16 counts of wire fraud . -1 315656 315787 York had no problem with MTA 's insisting the decision to shift funds had been within its legal rights . York had no problem with MTA 's saying the decision to shift funds was within its powers . -1 1831381 1831491 Licensing revenue slid 21 percent , however , to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . -1 864267 864579 In his speech , Cheney praised Barbour 's accomplishments as chairman of the Republican National Committee . Cheney returned Barbour 's favorable introduction by touting Barbour 's work as chair of the Republican National Committee . -1 3119490 3119464 If the magazine lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell would be allowed to quit . If Rosie lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell - by contract - would have been permitted to quit . -1 1378004 1378107 The upcoming second-quarter earnings season will be particularly important in offering investors guidance , they say . They say second-quarter earnings reports will be key in giving investors that guidance . -1 266876 266783 During her two days of meetings , Rocca will not meet the rebels since they are banned by the United States as a " terrorist organisation " . During her two-day visit , Rocca will not meet the rebels since the United States has banned them as a " terrorist organisation " . -0 1195775 1195697 Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . There were 293 human cases of West Nile in Indiana in 2002 , including 11 deaths statewide . -1 1958143 1958023 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average [ $ INDU ] ended at session highs , gaining 64.64 points , or 0.7 percent , to 9,191.09 . -1 1626524 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships--about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . -1 1694560 1694514 We are piloting it there to see whether we roll it out to other products . Macromedia is piloting this product activation system in Contribute to test whether to roll it out to other products . -1 1945483 1945409 This issue is unlikely to be resolved until lawmakers return from their summer recess in early September . The issue is unlikely to be resolved until Congress reconvenes in early September . -1 2689148 2689306 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Mr. Reed said in his letter . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . -0 633874 633767 The index also did better than the Standard & Poor 's 500 index , which increased 3.3 percent . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . -0 715991 716184 Scrimshaw , Supervisor , Best Minister and Ten Most Wanted are expected to complete the Belmont field . Best Minister , Scrimshaw , and Ten Most Wanted all had workouts on Monday morning . -1 2636303 2636440 Judge Gerald W. Heaney , in dissent , said the authorities should have allowed the prisoner to be medicated without the consequence of execution . In dissent , Judge Gerald W. Heaney said the authorities should have allowed Mr. Singleton to be medicated without the consequence of execution . -1 361266 361184 That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . The per-share earnings were also 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -0 2929557 2929563 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , and IBMs claims based thereon , or related thereto , are barred . " SCO 's filings also assert that " the GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws . " -0 878767 878534 NASA plans to follow-up the rovers ' missions with additional orbiters and landers before launching a long-awaited sample-return flight . NASA plans to explore the Red Planet with ever more sophisticated robotic orbiters and landers . -0 1479611 1479716 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . -0 44397 44620 Garner said the self-proclaimed mayor of Baghdad , Mohammed Mohsen al-Zubaidi , was released after two days in coalition custody . Garner said self-proclaimed Baghdad mayor Mohammed Mohsen Zubaidi was released 48 hours after his detention in late April . -1 2359452 2359376 In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable on Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . -1 203291 203344 She asked to be excused from last week 's Cabinet session to prepare for a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . She took the highly unusual step of skipping cabinet to attend a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . -0 2007119 2007087 In a not-too-subtle swipe at Dean , he predicted Americans would not elect a Democrat " who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " They will not elect as president a Democrat who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " -1 2792884 2792738 The jury asked for transcripts of Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the IPO allocation process . The jury asked to have Mr. Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the allocation of stock offerings read to them . -1 629417 628975 I have no doubt whatever that the evidence of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction will be there . " I have said throughout ... I have absolutely no doubt about the existence of weapons of mass destruction . -1 3364032 3364117 Albertsons and Kroger 's Ralphs chain locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . -1 1676486 1676574 It later emerged that he had broken his right thigh and bones in his right wrist and elbow . Tour doctors later confirmed that he had broken his right leg near the hip and also sustained wrist and elbow fractures . -1 2313560 2313548 Court Judge Robert Sweet said the plaintiffs failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " The judge in U.S. District Court in Manhattan said the plaintiffs had failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " -1 2375777 2375808 A neighbor said a duffel bag containing a woman 's body was dug up , and the other body was encased in concrete . A neighbor said a woman 's body was dug up in a duffel bag , and the other was encased in concrete . -0 1363194 1362857 At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed , including one in Pennsylvania . At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of hormone users . -1 2815705 2815885 Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft -- all 737s -- and found no additional items . Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . -0 1691429 1691605 Semiconductor giant Intel Corp. said yesterday that its second-quarter profits doubled from a year ago as stronger-than-expected demand for computer microprocessors offset the weakness of its communications chip business . Intel Corp. ' s second-quarter profits doubled and revenues grew 8 percent from a year ago as the chip-making giant reported stronger-than-expected demand for personal computer microprocessors . -1 396175 396035 The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry also said it would throw out or send back all Canadian beef currently in store . The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry said it would scrap or return all Canadian beef in store . -0 2287353 2287336 " It appears from our initial report that this was a textbook landing considering the circumstances , " Burke said . Said Mr. Burke : " It was a textbook landing considering the circumstances . " -0 2904808 2904964 By Sunday night , the fires had blackened 277,000 acres , hundreds of miles apart . Major fires had burned 264,000 acres by early last night . -1 3046537 3046639 " The Domino application server is going to be around for at least the next decade . " " The Domino application server will be around for the next decade , " he said . -0 146113 146126 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . -1 2020349 2020588 Sequent representatives could not immediately be reached for comment on the SCO announcement . A spokesman for SCO could not be reached for comment this afternoon . -1 2196877 2196798 CCAG supported Bill Curry , Rowland 's opponent in the 2002 gubernatorial election . Mr. Swan 's group supported the governor 's Democratic opponent , Bill Curry , in the 2002 election . -1 3422853 3422916 The study is being published today in the journal Science . Their findings were published today in Science . -1 1761421 1761551 " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " said Pierre Pettigrew , Canada 's trade minister , in a statement . " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " Mr. Pettigrew said in a statement . -1 2609667 2609889 Kay was sent to Iraq to co-ordinate efforts to find the weapons that US intelligence reported before the invasion that ousted Iraqi president Saddam Hussein had . Kay was sent to Iraq this summer to coordinate efforts to find the weapons that U.S. intelligence reported before the war that Saddam Hussein had . -1 1596087 1596024 " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Tom Daschle , the senate Democratic leader , told reporters . " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota told reporters . -1 274229 274136 Monday 's attacks Monday were among the deadliest against Americans since Sept . 11 , 2001 . They were the deadliest terrorist attacks against Americans since September 11 . -1 774520 774298 The MDC called the strike to force Mr Mugabe to either resign or negotiate a settlement of the Zimbabwe crisis . The MDC called the week-long protest to urge Mugabe either to resign or to negotiate a settlement of the crisis gripping the country . -1 2968215 2968166 Police and school officials agreed last week to step up police presence in response to reports of increased violence and gang activity . Police met with school officials Oct. 24 and agreed to increase their presence after reports of increased violence and gang activity . -1 2532424 2532313 " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realized that it was a big thing , " Mr. Beer said . " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realised that it was a big thing , " Mr Beer told a packed press conference . -0 1821373 1821723 Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is leaving backers in suspense , and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan will consider if the Terminator balks . Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan may jump in by the Aug. 9 deadline to file . -1 2384731 2384653 But planning for an expansion of Wagerup has been caught up in a heated debate about the existing project 's effect on local residents . But plans to expand Wagerup had been caught up in a heated debate about the existing pro-ject 's impact on the amenity of local residents . -1 816341 816360 PeopleSoft management could choose to activate an anti-takeover defense known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . PeopleSoft is equipped with an anti-takeover defence , known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . -1 855331 855107 In connection with the incident , I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately . " " I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately , " he said . -1 2425559 2425606 Hotly contested legislation that would change the state 's takeover law and help a Michigan-based development company fend off a takeover cleared the state Senate on Thursday . Legislation that would change state takeover law and help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a $ 1-billion takeover won committee approval Tuesday . -1 716894 716603 The New York Mets then selected outfielder Lastings Milledge from Lakewood Ranch High School in Florida . The Mets took Lastings Milledge , an outfielder from Florida , with the 12th pick . -0 3286477 3286335 The respected medical journal Lancet has called for a complete ban on tobacco in the United Kingdom . A leading U.K. medical journal called Friday for a complete ban on tobacco , prompting outrage from smokers ' groups . -0 1320606 1320498 Michael Hill , a Sun reporter who is a member of the Washington-Baltimore Newspaper Guild 's bargaining committee , estimated meetings to last late Sunday . " We hope it 's symbolic , " said Michael Hill , a Sun reporter and member of the guild 's bargaining committee . -1 1089463 1089519 Coca-Cola said it expected its write-down to cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings . The write-down will cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings , according to Coca-Cola . -1 3256383 3256410 The Defense Department statement said legal access for Hamdi was not required by domestic or international law and " should not be treated as precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " -1 715320 715197 Clijsters was simply too complete and powerful for the Spanish veteran Conchita Martínez in her quarterfinal , winning , 6-2 , 6-1 . Clijsters was simply too powerful for Spanish veteran Conchita Martinez , winning 6-2 , 6-1 . -1 833153 833193 City Councilman Cedric Wilson said those killed were Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . Fayette City Councilman Cedric Wilson identified the dead as Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . -0 2836872 2837029 But , to the dismay of Reaganites , there is no mention of the Reagan-era economic boom . But there is no mention of the economic recovery or the creation of wealth during his administration . -1 1408377 1408706 The interview came a day after a report in the British press that he had been taken into custody . The interview Thursday came a day after Britain 's Daily Mirror reported Sahhaf had been taken into custody . -1 3073750 3073779 Lay had argued that handing over the documents would be a violation of his Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . -1 1611763 1611723 " I don 't know whether that means two years or four years . " Whether that means two years or four years , I don 't know . " -1 3265736 3265630 Walker said he expects that the president 's budget will include a request for three percent to five percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . Walker said he expects that the president ’ s budget will include a request for 3 to 5 percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . -1 1819056 1819124 Shares in BA were down 1.5 percent at 168 pence by 1420 GMT , off a low of 164p , in a slightly stronger overall London market . Shares in BA were down three percent at 165-1 / 4 pence by 0933 GMT , off a low of 164 pence , in a stronger market . -0 278163 278382 Amnesty International has said that over the past 20 years it has collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq but the actual figure may be much higher . Amnesty International said that over the past 20 years it had collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq . -1 1510296 1510225 Both have said they are willing to take the slim chance of success for the opportunity to lead separate lives . Twenty-nine-year-old Iranian sisters Ladan and Laleh Bijani are willing to accept the slim chance of success just for an opportunity to lead separate lives . -1 345963 345901 She had been critically ill after May 7 surgery to replace a heart valve . She had been critically ill since having surgery at Baptist Hospital on May 7 to replace a heart valve . -0 820900 820927 The BlueCore3-Multimedia includes a 16-bit stereo audio CODEC with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . BlueCore3-Multimedia contains an open platform DSP co-processor and also includes a 16-bit stereo audio codec with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . -1 881153 881309 Braker said Wednesday that police , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had access to . He told " Today " that authorities , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had had access to . -1 2224082 2223823 The state will consider the police memorial after planning a World Trade Center Memorial , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . The state will consider the police memorial after planning is completed on another memorial to all the victims , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . -1 1630597 1630669 Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that weak links such as being tied to a single server will be eliminated over time . Mr. Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that flaws , like being tied to a single server , would be eliminated over time . -1 2678860 2678895 It will also give Microsoft an opportunity to comment on remedies proposed by the Commission . Among other things , Microsoft is to comment on proposed remedies in its response . -1 2482005 2481972 The State Court of Appeals did not explain the reason for keeping the lower court 's unanimous opinion from July . The State Court of Appeals did not explain its reasons for not disturbing the Appellate Division 's unanimous opinion issued in July . -0 1438073 1438024 While the day 's trading was lackluster , the Standard & Poor 's 500 index was preparing to close out its best three-month period since the fourth quarter of 1998 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . -0 1703392 1703451 Powell recently changed the story , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the search was conducted Wednesday . Powell changed the story earlier this year , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the aboveground pool now sits . -0 2526928 2526952 Another said its members would continue to call the more than 50 million phone numbers on the Federal Trade Commission 's list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . -1 2759792 2759807 Stock futures were mixed in early Thursday trading , but trading below fair value , pointing to a lower open for the major market indexes . Stock futures were trading lower early on Thursday , below fair value , pointing to a lower open . -0 191346 191536 Worldwide , 7,183 SARS cases and 514 deaths have been reported in 30 countries . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . -1 1789073 1788780 SCO says the pricing terms for a license will not be announced for weeks . Details on pricing will be announced within a few weeks , McBride said . -1 2216664 2216689 Further estimates show that it is the fourth most common cause of cancer in men and the eighth most common in women . Bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer in American men and the eighth in women . -0 3300416 3300721 The new bill would have Medicare cover 95 percent of drug costs over $ 5,100 . Above that , seniors would be responsible for 100 percent of drug costs until the out-of-pocket total reaches $ 3,600 . -0 1479753 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -0 1183817 1183688 Both studies are published in the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in the latest issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . -1 1730650 1730772 His Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . -1 1462786 1463120 Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerage houses to settle investigations of analyst conflicts of interest . Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerages over analyst conflict-of-interest allegations . -1 1921865 1921879 Crohn 's disease causes inflammation of the intestine and symptoms include diarrhea , pain , weight loss and tiredness . Symptoms include chronic diarrhoea , abdominal pain , weight loss and extreme tiredness . -0 2276459 2276361 He and his colleagues attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time . He attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time ; patients cited discomfort discussing financial issues . -0 1926146 1926126 The three men have pleaded not guilty and their lawyers have asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . Defense lawyers asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . -0 1793425 1793488 A Florida grand jury investigating pharmaceutical wholesalers indicted 19 people on charges of peddling bogus or diluted medications often prescribed for cancer and AIDS patients , authorities said yesterday . A Florida grand jury indicted 19 people for contaminating and diluting prescription drugs desperately needed by AIDS and cancer patients in a multimillion-dollar scheme , prosecutors said Monday . -1 2195721 2195937 The Bush administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older power plants -- especially coal -- more power can be produced more cheaply . The administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older coal-fired plants - the most affected segment - more power can be produced more cheaply . -0 969671 969584 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . -0 746177 746211 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . -1 2011656 2011796 His chief lawyer , Mahendradatta , said Bashir was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . A lawyer for Bashir , Mahendradatta , said earlier his client was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and had felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . -1 2384647 2384724 This comes at a time when Alba is expanding its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and is accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . That comes as Alba is lifting its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . -0 3447348 3447301 The new Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processors are numbered 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + . The Mobile 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + cost $ 293 , $ 233 and $ 193 for a thousand units . -1 3334681 3334887 The main psychologist , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who said she wouldn 't comment on personnel issues . The main psychologist in the Rodriguez case , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who didn 't immediately return a call . -0 969380 969673 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . -1 1571035 1571099 The survey also found that executives who feel that current economic conditions have improved rose to 35 per cent from 15 per cent last quarter . The survey also found that more executives feel that current economic conditions have improved , at 35 per cent compared to 15 per cent in the first quarter . -1 607096 607222 Taiwan has attempted to gain observer status to the United Nations-affiliated WHO for seven years , but again was rebuffed March 19 at its annual conference in Geneva . It has sought observer status for seven years , but was again rebuffed May 19 at the annual WHO conference in Geneva . -0 91457 91527 " This is where you 're measured – not in the regular season but right now . And it 's not in the regular season , but right now , " Babcock said . -0 1146450 1146484 " I would like the FCC to start all over , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who supported reversing the rules . " I would like the FCC to start all over again , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who expressed concern about " potentially dangerous " newspaper-broadcast combinations . -1 2749203 2749190 Dave Tomlin , assistant general counsel of The A.P. , said his organization was still deciding whether to appeal . Dave Tomlin , AP 's assistant general counsel , said the parties are deciding whether to appeal the order . -1 423227 423244 Weyerhaeuser is the one of the worlds largest producers of softwood lumber , with the capacity to produce 7.6 billion board feet a year . Weyerhaeuser , one of the world 's largest producers of softwood , can produce about 7.6 billion board feet a year . -1 2702505 2702695 If their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill one or both of them , doctors have said . But if their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill them , doctors say . -0 2813342 2813365 " Our goals is not to go out and start suing companies , " McBride said . As we go down the licensing path , our goal is not to start suing companies , " McBride said . -0 1116621 1116661 A key figure in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's bribery scheme was accused Wednesday of changing his story about Silvester 's alleged corrupt dealings with a Boston investment firm . A key player in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's corruption scheme testified on Tuesday about kickbacks and bribes Silvester traded for state business . -1 1050718 1050632 Gartner 's report said global WLAN equipment shipments reached 19.5 million last year , a 120 percent increase over 2001 's 8.9 million units . Total shipments reached 19.5 million units last year , compared with 8.9 million units in 2001 . -1 2924620 2925014 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail each . The Jacksons remained in Camden County jail on $ 100,000 bail . -0 2622075 2622719 " I am proud that I stood against Richard Nixon , not with him , " Kerry said . " I marched in the streets against Richard Nixon and the Vietnam War , " she said . -1 209615 209601 Saddam 's other son , Odai , surrendered Friday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a U.S. agent . Hussein 's other son , Uday , surrendered yesterday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a US agent . -0 2133905 2134140 The Space Infrared Telescope Facility 's mission is to search for the beginnings of the universe . NASA is scheduled to launch the Space Infrared Telescope Facility on Monday morning . -1 232432 232716 There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters , from all sides , in the region . There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands of them deployed in and around Bunia . -1 2670301 2670231 The driver of the truck escaped and is now being sought by the police , Supoyo said . But police say the driver of the truck has not been found and is wanted for questioning . -0 545926 545817 A soldier was killed Monday and another wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . -1 399715 399588 Total Information Awareness is now Terrorism Information Awareness . The new name will be Terrorism Information Awareness . -0 214786 214456 David Brame fatally shot his wife and then himself on April 26 in a Gig Harbor shopping-mall parking lot . David Brame shot his wife and then himself April 26 in a Gig Harbor parking lot as their two children sat in his car nearby . -1 731753 731593 " I just hope that this event doesn 't tarnish his career or take away from what he 's done . " " But I just hope that this event , whatever it was , doesn 't tarnish his career or take away all that Sammy Sosa 's done . -1 1705093 1704989 Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . And Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , who is currently president of Citigroup , was named chief operating officer . -1 451540 451590 The service is deploying Cisco 's BTS 10200 Softswitch cable modem termination system and MGXR 8850 voice gateway products . This solution includes the BTS 10200 soft switch , uBR7246VXR cable modem termination system and MGX 8850 voice gateway products . -1 3314564 3314185 Last year , there were shortages of shots for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox nationally . In the past two years scientists say there have been vaccine shortages for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox . -1 804259 804115 County Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial because the jury could not reach a verdict . Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial in the Adrian McPherson gambling trial today after the jury was unable to reach a verdict . -0 2195121 2195141 Mr. Pingeon is director of litigation for Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , a prisoners ' rights group . Pingeon said an attorney for his organization , Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , interviewed Assan Tuesday . -1 2939979 2939941 Heather , 35 , who lost a leg in a road accident , is thought to have steel plates fitted in her hips , which would make natural childbirth impossible . Former model Lady McCartney lost a leg in a road accident in 1993 and is understood to have steel plates fitted in her hips which would make natural childbirth difficult . -0 3014165 3014133 Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended the deadline to Oct. 17 , and they are still working on it . Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended it to Oct. 17 . -1 379579 379458 Pacific Northwest has more than 800 employees , and Wells Fargo has 2,400 in Washington . It has 800 employees , compared with Wells Fargo 's 2,400 . -1 481929 481981 However , other unions including the powerful CGT remained opposed to the reform and demanded the government begin fresh negotiations with them . The powerful CGT and other unions remained opposed to the plans , however , and demanded the government renegotiate the reform with them . -1 2787375 2787404 On health care , the NDP says there will be no privatization and no health-care premiums . The New Democrats also renewed their commitment to no health-care privatization and no premiums . -0 1980126 1980211 As part of a restructuring Peregrine sold its Remedy help desk software unit last year to BMC Software Inc . Peregrine sold its Remedy business unit to BMC Software in November for $ 355 million . -0 3299227 3299188 This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here , " he said to loud applause . " This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here . " -0 1669277 1669222 Klarman was arrested by FBI agents in the Hamptons , an exclusive summer resort enclave east of New York City . Klarman was arrested by FBI agents Monday morning at his home in New York . -1 3125018 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 _ two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . -1 2025802 2025681 Four versions of Windows operating systems are targeted : Windows NT , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . The new worm affects these Windows systems : 2000 , XP , NT 4.0 and Server 2003 . -1 2357216 2357196 It calls for the agency to plan an independent safety and engineering organization . The agency has yet to fully formulate a strategy for the creation of an independent engineering technical authority . -1 3190817 3190834 No official ceremony was planned to mark the anniversary in Dallas . In Dallas , no official ceremony marked the anniversary . -0 616279 616223 Caldera acquired the Unix server software of the original SCO and changed its name to the SCO Group . SCO changed its name to Tarantella , and Caldera later changed its name to the SCO Group . -1 1653584 1653844 The victims were last seen at church last Sunday ; their bodies were discovered Tuesday . The family was last seen July 6 and their bodies were found Tuesday . -0 2488322 2488374 Results of the 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released yesterday by Statistics Canada suggest living standards have improved but still lag for those off reserves . The 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released Wednesday by Statistics Canada says living standards have improved but still lag for the Inuit and those who leave their often impoverished reserves . -1 1809432 1809422 Software developers use compilers to translate programming languages such as C + + into the language that can be read by a particular processor . Software developers use compilers to translate a programming language , such as C + + , into the machine language understood by the processor . -0 1296641 1296436 In Albany , for example , 24 percent of students passed ; in South Colonie , 14 percent . In Kingston , only about 15 percent of students who took the exam passed it . -0 460136 460201 Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair apologized Thursday for his arrest hours earlier in Nashville on suspicion of drunken driving and illegal possession of a handgun . Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair was arrested Thursday and charged with drunken driving and possession of a handgun . -1 826466 826607 That second dossier , passed to journalists during Mr Blair 's trip to Washington , said it drew on " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . That second dossier , passed to journalists on Mr Blair 's trip to Washington to discuss war plans , said it drew upon " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . -0 763636 763618 The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . The other , much less likely semifinal will match seventh-seeded Guillermo Coria of Argentina against the unseeded Dutchman Martin Verkerk . -1 2876861 2876951 Wal-Mart estimates more than 100 million Americans visit their stores every week . Each week 138 million shoppers visit Wal-Mart 's 4,750 stores . -1 3372291 3372332 For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . -0 1687490 1687430 Sen. John Kerry , Massachusetts Democrat , came in second place for the quarter with $ 5.8 million . As expected , Dean led the field in the second quarter with $ 7.6 million raised . -1 1369754 1369906 While some other parts of Africa have been used as staging grounds for the terror group , Malawi previously had not been a major focus of investigations into al-Qaida . While some other parts of Africa have been used as Al Qaeda staging grounds , Malawi had previously not been a major focus of investigations into the group . -1 881734 882010 Police said yesterday they believe Mr. Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates , though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . -1 1413741 1413711 The Prime Minister , Junichiro Koizumi , joined the criticism . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Mr Ota deserved to be criticised . -1 3159653 3159764 There is one drug on the market for macular degeneration , Visudyne , and it is approved for the treatment of only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . -0 3411418 3411820 Speaking for the first time since being charged with child molestation , Jackson added , " Why not ? Michael Jackson spoke out for the first time Sunday night since the latest accusations of child molestation . -1 1784474 1784513 The bureau also failed to pursue other leads , including a local imam who dealt with several key 9-11 figures . The FBI also failed to pursue other leads , including a San Diego imam who dealt with several 9 / 11 figures , it adds . -0 684307 684050 " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " one politician said . " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " said one Iraqi politician after meeting with Mr. Bremer . -0 830829 830805 The Johnson-Lewis fight was to be the main event of a boxing doubleheader at the Staples Center in Los Angeles . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . -0 3434409 3434578 Scientists believed Stardust trapped thousands of particles of dust . Stardust was designed to gather thousands of dust particles streaming from Wild 2 . -1 770328 770414 The Herald reported on Tuesday that internet developer Bruce Simpson was building a missile from parts ordered over the internet and shipped through Customs . A home handyman is building a missile in his garage with parts bought over the internet and shipped through Customs . -1 1134743 1134948 Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Trichet as ECB president on Thursday evening or Friday . Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Bank of France governor Jean-Claude Trichet as president of the European Central Bank on Thursday or Friday . -1 2173497 2173632 Vivendi pointed out that in both possible combinations , it would maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation " with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " -1 1090499 1090289 Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal founder Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's firing for months . Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal Corp. founder and vocal El Paso critic Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's termination for months . -1 2228840 2228717 The last time the survey was conducted , in 1995 , those numbers matched . In 1995 , the last survey , those numbers were equal . -1 2132227 2132275 Cooper , the boy 's mother , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met a parishioner at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . The boy 's mother , Patricia Cooper , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met one of its members at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . -1 390511 390658 To win final United States approval , the treaty would have to be signed by President Bush and ratified by Congress . The treaty must be signed by the president and ratified by Congress to take effect . -1 2222267 2222353 The deal with the Carmel-based insurer is expected to close shortly , said Macklowe spokesman Howard J. Rubenstein . Macklowe has signed a sale contract , which is expected to close shortly , said his spokesman , Howard Rubenstein . -1 3085916 3085789 Intelligence officials in Washington warned lawmakers a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , it was reported today . Intelligence officials told key senators a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) said yesterday . -1 1907709 1907769 Plofsky said the commission won 't investigate because the three-year statute of limitations has expired . The panel will not begin a formal investigation because the statute of limitations has expired , Plofsky said . -0 1675037 1675047 Yes , from today Flash memory purchased from AMD or Fujitsu will be branded Spansion . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . -0 121931 122054 Her amendment would have changed the bill by keeping with current Texas law , which gives school districts the option to hold a moment of silence and recite the pledge . The legislation would replace the current Texas law , which gives school districts the option of holding a period of silence and reciting the pledge . -0 3168654 3168714 Talabani told him the Governing Council would " need UN assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken . " Talabani told him Iraqi leaders would " need U.N. assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken " on organising an interim Iraqi government by June . -0 3052789 3052812 By state law , 911 calls are not public information and were not released . By law , 911 calls are not public information in Rhode Island . -1 2536332 2536313 Under the Government Network Security Act of 2003 , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement P2P security plans . If enacted , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement these plans . -1 1707805 1707851 Sales as measured by volume , a key gauge of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . Coke 's unit case volume , a key measure of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . -1 2980398 2980147 Gainer said the two staff aides are " very sorry this all happened , " and the security personnel had performed " well within standards . " The security personnel performed ``well within standards ' ' and the two staff aides were ``very sorry all this happened , ' ' Gainer said . -0 554867 554875 Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . Both will compete in today 's third round , which is all oral examination . -1 1134101 1133958 He will leave Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on Monday , July 21 . Lord Archer is likely to be released from Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on July 21 . -0 2472857 2472830 The helicopter burst into flames upon impact , according to the Mohave County Sheriff 's Office . The helicopter was owned by Las Vegas-based Sundance Helicopters Inc . , according to the sheriff 's office . -0 2546948 2547079 Pennsylvania , which has the most aggressive treatment program , is treating 548 of 8,030 inmates . Texas , which has more than three times Michigan 's inmate population , is treating 328 of its 16,298 infected inmates . -0 1398658 1398617 " In so many different ways , the artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history , " Bush said . Surrounded by singers from Harlem , Bush said : ' ' The artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history . -1 3353902 3353811 Retail industry experts predict the next five days will likely make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . As the holiday shopping season peaks , industry experts predict the coming week could make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . -1 2332632 2333026 Police then called a bomb squad , but the device exploded , killing Wells , before bomb technicians arrived . While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . -1 3254081 3254131 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index pulled back by nearly 4 points to 1,066.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > fell 0.70 points , or 0.07 percent , to 1,069.42 . -1 1268485 1268448 The euro has slipped nearly four percent since matching a record peak of around $ 1.1935 only last week and hitting an all-time high of 140.90 yen in late May . The euro has slipped as much as four cents since matching a record peak near $ 1.1935 last week and hitting a record high of 140.90 yen in late May . -1 2173289 2173179 The FBI informed Easynews that an individual had used the Easynews UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th , the company said in a statement . " The FBI informed Easynews.com that an individual had used the Easynews.com UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th . -0 496011 496262 " It 's very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " where there is a lack of expertise , says one banker . " It is very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " says one banker . -1 2724265 2724346 But Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . -1 781404 781423 Named in the complaint were former chief executive officers Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman and former CFO Barry D. Romeril . The executives fined included former Chief Executives Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman as well as former Chief Financial Officer Barry Romeril . -1 2906103 2906321 Both were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of endangering the welfare of children . The Jacksons each were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of child endangerment . -0 509471 509095 " The layoff is an excuse , " countered Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . " I didn 't think our team engaged at all , " lamented Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . -1 2550244 2550413 The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday where Donaldson is scheduled to testify on hedge and mutual funds . The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday , when Donaldson will be questioned about hedge and mutual funds . -0 2562645 2562631 In other markets , U.S. Treasuries started off on Monday weaker , as stocks rose early . In other markets , U.S. Treasuries inched higher as declining stocks raised the appeal of safe-haven debt . -0 1729744 1729706 Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Analysts had forecast second quarter sales of $ 614 million , according to the Thomson First Call Web site . -0 395559 395451 At 11 : 30 a.m. , Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal reached the summit . Sherpa Tenzing Norgay , who reached the summit with Sir Edmund , died in 1986 . -0 1989164 1989348 Both are being held in the Armstrong County Jail . Tatar was being held without bail in Armstrong County Prison today . -1 612172 612073 The Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's 2001 application to sell Erbitux , citing shoddy research . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . -1 3287079 3287709 He claimed Red Hat and the Free Software Foundation with trying to undermine U.S. copyright and patent law . In his letter , McBride charges the Free Software Foundation and Red Hat with trying to undermine U.S. copyright laws . -1 3351573 3351167 Beaumont said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . Mark Beaumont , a staff writer at music magazine NME , said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . -1 2818485 2818521 According to a news release sent by the Terry Schindler-Schiavo Foundation , Florida Speaker Johnnie Byrd will introduce " Terri 's Bill " during the special session Monday . Florida 's Speaker of the House Johnnie Byrd , is expected to introduce ' ' Terri 's Bill ' ' during a one-day special session of the state legislature being held today in Tallahassee . -1 422580 422428 Its shares jumped to $ 54.50 in pre-open trading from $ 50.90 at Wednesday 's close . Shares jumped almost 7 percent in pre-open trading , rising to $ 18.26 from $ 17.05 at Tuesday 's close . -0 1639902 1640247 GE stock were up 37 cents to $ 28.56 in morning New York Stock Exchange trade . Investors reacted little , with GE shares edging 7 cents lower to end at $ 28.12 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1479563 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -1 3313504 3313769 Authorities said the scientist properly quarantined himself at home after he developed SARS symptoms Dec. 10 . The scientist also quarantined himself at home as soon as he developed SARS symptoms , officials said . -1 2321397 2321451 Five-time Tour de France winner and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong had a few words of advice for other cancer survivors in Denver on Friday . Five-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong is in Denver today for a meeting about surviving cancer . -1 172945 172742 The ruling ``is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal to the Sixth Circuit , ' ' Taubman Centers said in a statement . The statement concluded , " This ruling is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal " to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court . -1 2472825 2472863 Authorities did not immediately release the identities of the victims pending family notification . Neither authorities nor Granquist would release identities of the victims pending family notification . -0 969586 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC fell 23.54 points , or 1.42 percent , to 1,630.08 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . -1 1953291 1953412 The cuts are expected to save Texas consumers more than $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , Black said . The reductions are expected to save Texas consumers $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , said Robert Black , an Insurance Department spokesman . -1 2679022 2679221 In New Hampshire yesterday , Mr Bush reiterated Saddam 's regime " possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people " . " The regime of Saddam Hussein possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people . " -0 510887 510855 The final round of the bee will be broadcast on ESPN at 1 p.m. Thursday . At least 80 will make it to Thursday 's final rounds of competition , which will be broadcast on ESPN . -1 2484349 2484160 At Tuesday 's arraignment hearing , Marsh pleaded not guilty to 122 counts of burial service fraud and 47 counts of making false statements . At the hearing he pleaded not guilty to the burial service fraud and false statements charges . -1 1501925 1502094 To put it very simply , Antetonitrus is Brontosaurus 's older brother , hence the name . Antetonitrus was brontosaurus ' older brother , hence the name . -1 813244 813532 But church members and observers say they expect that the decision could be problematic for many Episcopalians . But church members and observers say they anticipate that the decision here could pose doctrinal problems for some Episcopalians who believe the Bible prohibits homosexuality . -1 2749311 2749444 Bush already is halfway to his goal of raising $ 150 million to $ 170 million for next year 's primaries . He is roughly halfway to his goal of raising between $ 150 million and $ 170 million in the primaries . -1 3102010 3102052 " Turning the corner does not mean we 've crossed the finish line , " Gregory told reporters . " But turning the corner doesn 't mean crossing the finish line , " Gregory said at the bishops ' annual meeting here . -1 1864807 1864926 The latest raid came as US lawmakers debate a report that accuses Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . The latest in the kingdom 's almost weekly raids on alleged terror cells comes after a US Congress report accused Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . -0 2607409 2607529 Doctors who knowingly violate the ban could face up to two years in prison . Under the measure , doctors who perform the procedure would be subject to two years in prison and unspecified fines . -1 2795949 2795974 The delegation leaves Chicago today , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . They leave Chicago on Saturday , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . -1 636412 636322 As planned , the services will be rolled into Yukon when it ships ( see story ) . The reporting services will also be rolled into Yukon as planned , sources said . -1 1163497 1163395 Toronto Police Chief Chief Julian Fantino confirmed Friday morning that a man had been arrested in the slaying of Toronto girl Holly Jones . Toronto Police Chief Julian Fantino said Friday morning that an arrest has been made in the slaying of local girl Holly Jones . -1 276404 276122 They later fell out and have backed a series of rival Congolese militias in recent years . The two invading countries later fell out , and have since backed rival factions . -1 666238 666192 Marshall pressed the practical case that a quite similar civil-rights bill based on the 14th Amendment was struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . Mr. Marshall pressed the practical case that quite similar rights legislation based on the 14th Amendment had been struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . -1 960861 960916 But she said it will be difficult for investigators to directly tie any decline in shuttle funding to the February disaster . She cautioned that it will be difficult for investigators to tie any decline in shuttle funding directly to the February tragedy . -0 2089677 2089938 The Toronto Stock Exchange opened on time and slightly lower . The Toronto Stock Exchange said it will be business as usual on Friday morning . -1 2083437 2083550 The special tests were developed to measure student progress in meeting the state 's standards for the content taught in each grade . The tests measure how well students are meeting the state 's standards for learning the content taught in each grade . -1 342605 342611 At least 1,750 people were ordered to evacuate their homes shortly before 9 a.m. as a precaution , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . At least 1,752 people were ordered to evacuate their homes in the north part of Marquette about 8 : 45 a.m. EDT , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . -1 2030918 2030878 It is essential that proceedings against accused terrorists both be fair and appear fair to outside observers , he said . It is essential that the proceedings against accused terrorists be fair -- and appear to be so to outside observers , Sonnett said . -1 3267232 3267338 Some 95 million Americans -- half of all households -- invest in mutual funds . About half of all U.S. households have money in mutual funds . -1 1694591 1694663 The technology is available for download on the Microsoft Developer Network ( MSDN ) site . WSE version 2 is available from Microsoft 's developer Web site . -1 3304690 3304606 Meningitis is an infection of the spinal cord fluid and the tissue around the brain . Meningitis is an infection of the fluid in a person 's spinal cord and around the brain . -1 2553132 2553328 It is for that reason that legal scholars said the Denver ruling is at least plausible . It is for that reason that legal scholars said Judge Nottingham 's decision was at least plausible . -0 2155800 2156091 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI finished down 31.23 points , or 0.33 percent , at 9,317.64 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 27.02 , or 0.3 percent , 9,321.84 , having lost 74.81 on Friday . -0 375576 375682 School officials said Van-Vliet reported the accident using the bus ’ radio . Van-Vliet , who was also injured , called in the accident on the school bus radio . -0 2155884 2155607 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 1.8 points , or 0.18 percent , to 991 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . -1 1322386 1322404 But he said labor would see whether other senators can increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . -0 2524292 2524149 He was referring to John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange last Sunday . Next week , John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who Sunday became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange , will take up his position . -1 3326118 3325997 Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro hailed the appellate court ruling . Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro was pleased by the ruling , spokesman Mark Gribben said . -1 1625195 1625499 In an appearance before a parliamentary committee on Tuesday , Mr. Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . On Tuesday , Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . -1 1830745 1831002 The banks neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks neither admitted nor denied the charges as part of the agreement . -0 1524868 1524905 But 13 people have been killed since 1900 and hundreds injured . Runners are often injured by bulls and 13 have been killed since 1900 . -1 851678 851911 On the other hand , if this will help further establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " -1 54823 55177 The April 19 , 1995 , bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building came on the second anniversary of the fiery end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . The April 19 , 1995 , bombing came on the second anniversary of the end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . -0 392771 392701 The year-ago comparisons were restated to include Compaq results . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . -1 1987428 1987385 Investment bank Merrill Lynch raised its investment rating on the business software maker Oracle to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . Merrill Lynch upgraded the business software maker to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . -1 711871 711923 The report confirmed the ACLU 's view that the civil liberties and rights of immigrants " were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 , " said Romero . The inspector general 's findings confirm our long-held view that civil liberties and the rights of immigrants were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 . " -1 1443641 1443672 The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . There will be 9.3 million visitors to hot spots in 2003 , up from 2.5 million in 2002 , Gartner said . -1 2221841 2221884 United is working closely with the Air Transportation Stabilization Board to replace the aspects of its loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . United is working closely with the ATSB to replace those aspects of the company 's original loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . -1 2830817 2830766 The moves came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board finished investigating . The promises of lawsuits came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board had finished the investigation . -0 134455 134545 On Tuesday , the central bank left interest rates steady , as expected , but also declared that overall risks were weighted toward weakness and warned of deflation risks . The central bank 's policy board left rates steady for now , as widely expected , but surprised the market by declaring that overall risks were weighted toward weakness . -1 2060262 2060225 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 6.48 , or 0.7 per cent , to 990.51 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 6.48 points , or 0.66 percent , to 990.51 . -1 3185726 3185754 They also found shortness was associated with a family history of hearing loss . Shortness was found twice as often in those with hearing loss . -0 2378827 2378888 He said the FDA was hoping Congress and the courts would bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers . He said FDA hopes Congress and the courts will bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers — perhaps before the 2004 elections . -1 2893299 2893356 On Friday , the Concorde started up around sunrise and seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . Yesterday , the Concorde seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . -0 2080922 2080979 Navistar shares were down 44 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 41.19 on the New York Stock Exchange after falling as low as $ 39.93 . Navistar shares rose a penny to $ 41.64 at late afternoon on the New York Stock Exchange after earlier falling as low as $ 39.93 . -1 3251501 3251262 Squyres is principal investigator for the Athena payload - a collection of science instruments carted by each rover . Steve Squyres , a Cornell University scientist , is principal investigator for the missions ' science instruments . -1 2636300 2636438 The appeals court judges were in sharp disagreement over what should be done when they ruled in February . The appellate judges were in sharp disagreement when they ruled in February . -0 226395 226669 Bremer , 61 , is a onetime assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger and was ambassador-at-large for counterterrorism from 1986 to 1989 . Bremer , 61 , is a former assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger . -1 488404 488310 Another is investor disenchantment with US investments , leading them to pull out of US assets - selling dollars as they do so and driving the dollar exchange rate down . Another is investor disenchantment with U.S. investments , leading them to pull out of U.S. assets--selling dollars as they do so , and driving its exchange rate down . -0 1617617 1617714 Mr Morse is charged with assault and Mr Darvish is charged with filing a false report . His partner Bijan Darvish is charged with filing a false police report . -0 490221 490032 The best-performing stock was Altria Group Inc . , which rose more than 27 percent to close at $ 42.31 a share . Altria Group Inc . MO.N fell 50 cents , or 1.2 percent , to $ 41.81 . -0 408572 408628 " Whatever has happened to you by way of punishment is certainly more than enough , " Covello told the 49-year-old , whose family , friends and supporters filled half the courtroom . " What has happened to you , sir , by way of punishment , is certainly more than enough , " Covello said . -0 1549628 1549570 Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat exhaustion , bruises and muscle strain , and were treated and released from the hospital , fire officials said . Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat , bruises and muscle strain , fire officials said . -1 2458335 2458449 Hundreds of soldiers took part in the early morning raid , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to airstrikes in Gaza . Hundreds of soldiers were involved , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to air strikes in Gaza . -0 1123369 1123468 State health officials said today a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed today that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . -1 1702735 1702711 Last year , he made an unsuccessful bid for the Democratic nomination for governor . He ran last year for the Democratic nomination for Texas governor , but lost the primary to multimillionaire Tony Sanchez . -1 1394508 1394489 Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular Internet Explorer toolbar , adding bells and whistles for surfers . Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular toolbar for Internet Explorer , adding a pop-up blocker , a controversial Blogger feature , and form-filling functionality . -1 2493378 2493420 The last time the S & P had a larger one-day point loss was also May 19 , when it gave back 23.53 to close at 920.77 . The last time it had a larger one-day loss was July 1 , 2002 , when it shed 59.41 to close at 1,403.80 . -1 645180 645536 I was going to the court believing I could do this , only if I played my best tennis . " I was believing that I was confident I could do this , but only in the case I would play my best tennis . -0 1140025 1140085 A promotional poster , complete with countdown dial , reminds readers of the upcoming release of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " -1 1953409 1953285 Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners premiums might finally be getting relief . Relief is in sight for Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners insurance premiums . -0 869241 869208 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . At 12 : 10 p.m. EDT , Canada 's benchmark S & P / TSX composite index was up 6.87 points or 0.1 per cent to 6,979.29 . -0 633875 633744 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index shot up 5.7 percent for the week . The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . -0 3190211 3190134 Lowe 's , with about half as many stores , reported a 33 percent increase in third-quarter profit behind a 12 percent jump in same-store sales . Home Depot reported a 22 percent jump in third-quarter profit behind a nearly 8 percent rise in same-store sales . -1 1643243 1643049 Blair 's government included the charge that Saddam sought uranium from Niger in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for military action . Britain included the accusation in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for war in Iraq . -0 3058482 3058386 Part of the accord was the implementation of a special health council that would monitor health spending and progress in reforming the health system . A key portion of the accord was the implementation of a special council to monitor health spending , set goals for the system and measure progress in reforming health care . -1 3384269 3383800 Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights including seats on other airlines for passengers . Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . -1 713992 713965 Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left their weakened companions behind . -1 2425362 2425341 A company spokeswoman declined to say how much Qwest receives in annual revenue from government contracts . A Qwest spokeswoman , Kate Varden , declined to say how much in sales the company received from the United States government . -1 1201425 1201329 For the week ended June 15 , a total of 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the United States , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . -0 222535 222564 Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said their Rapitva drug failed to help patients with rheumatoid arthritis in a study . Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-largest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said they will terminate Phase II testing of their Raptiva rheumatoid-arthritis drug after finding no benefit for patients . -0 1039162 1038840 PeopleSoft will commit $ 863 million in cash and issue 52.6 million new shares , the companies said . The new deal would be valued at $ 1.75 billion , including $ 863 million in cash and 52.6 million PeopleSoft shares . -1 3436639 3436708 Halliburton on Tuesday reiterated its contention that KBR had " delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms " . " We believe KBR delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms , " Halliburton spokeswoman Wendy Hall said . -0 1124284 1124161 He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and barred from the complex - home to his mother and two children . He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and was barred from the complex . -0 1479538 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -0 2858180 2858100 Shares ended Wednesday at $ 6.83 , up 2 cents . Shares of Goodyear rose 2 cents on Wednesday and closed at $ 6.83 . -1 1044270 1044301 " As a professional , " he added , " I think I 'd like to be thought of as a good storyteller . " As a professional , I 'd like to be thought of as a storyteller . " -1 1151084 1151062 Federal prosecutors , the Securities and Exchange Commission , and the mortgage company 's regulator launched investigations into Freddie Mac 's shake-up . The Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Attorney have opened investigations into Freddie Mac over its accounting practices . -1 2885844 2885779 Forecasters predict the storm will reach Earth at 3 p.m. eastern time Friday and could last up to 18 hours . It is expected to reach Earth about 3 p.m. EDT Friday , and its effects could last 12 to 18 hours . -1 3014157 3014190 Yet another big fight has been over a White House proposal to privatize air-traffic control at major airports . Yet another fight has been waged over a White House proposal to privatize air traffic control at major airports , such as those in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia . -0 787889 788223 The initial report was made to Modesto Police December 28 . It stems from a Modesto police report . -1 512322 511968 " If you pass this bill , Big Brother will be watching you , " said Rep. John Mabry , D-Waco . " If you pass this bill , " Rep. John Mabry Jr . , D-Waco , told colleagues , " Big Brother will be watching you . " -0 867716 867754 Officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , and Reyna dropped a knee into his back , according to testimony . That 's when officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , according to testimony . -1 618359 617945 Buoyed by some of the advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 for a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . Buoyed by advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 on Thursday to enter today 's round with a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . -1 126662 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said a search is ongoing but would not comment on the status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . -1 1908352 1908458 After a seven-day trial last year , Thompson found the monument to be an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . Last year , Thompson ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . -0 1785196 1785461 They reported symptoms of fever , headache , rash and muscle aches . Symptoms include a stiff neck , fever , headache and sensitivity to light . -0 2173826 2173501 Today , he will find out whether he is still in the running to buy back the U.S. entertainment business of troubled Vivendi Universal SA . An investment group led by former Seagram Inc. boss Edgar Bronfman Jr. is still in the running to buy the U.S. entertainment assets of Vivendi Universal SA . -1 2375776 2375807 The victims were not identified , although authorities said at least one of the bodies had been there about a year . The two victims buried in the yard were not identified , though authorities said at least one has been there about a year . -1 269089 268884 Ahold Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for the scandal . Board Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for events at Foodservice and elsewhere in the embattled group . -1 2537987 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc.JCP.N and Walgreen Co.WAG.N kick things off early in the week . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . -1 2980690 2980538 Defense lawyers had objected in pretrial hearings to the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify Muhammad . Defense lawyers had objected in earlier hearings to showing the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify the person in them . -1 1027143 1027507 " I have lots of bad dreams , I have flashbacks , I have lots of anger . " I have lots of bad dreams , flashbacks and lots of anger . " -0 130265 129786 The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . The S & P 500 had climbed 16 percent since its March low and yesterday closed at its highest since Dec. 2 . -1 261718 261828 The American decision provoked an angry reaction from the European Commission , which described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful " . The European Commission , the EU 's powerful executive body , described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful . " -1 2776609 2776659 The petition alleges that Huletts unfair sales have damaged the U.S. industry , sending market prices below sustainable levels . Those unfair sales have damaged the US industry by eroding market prices below sustainable levels , says Alcoa . -1 261957 261729 Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador , Honduras , Mexico , New Zealand , Peru and Uruguay will also support the challenge . Nine other countries , including Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador and Mexico , are supporting the case . -1 925534 925489 Gateway will release new Profile 4 systems with the new Intel technology on Wednesday . Gateway 's all-in-one PC , the Profile 4 , also now features the new Intel technology . -1 1478533 1478601 The government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites on Sunday in a loosely coordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . -1 725698 725404 Mrs. Clinton said she was incredulous that he would endanger their marriage and family . She hadn 't believed he would jeopardize their marriage and family . -0 2484347 2484159 Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , faces multiple counts of burial service fraud , making false statements , abuse of a dead body and theft . Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , also faces charges of abuse of a body , and theft . -0 1607342 1607469 Schroeder cancelled his Italian holiday after Stefani refused to apologise for the slurs , which came after Berlusconi compared a German politician to a Nazi concentration camp guard . Stefani 's remarks further stoked tension after Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi last week compared a German member of the European Parliament to a Nazi concentration camp guard . -1 243700 243946 Tony winners will be announced June 8 at the Radio City Music Hall in New York . Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . -1 1240372 1240326 Revenues for " The Hulk " came in well below those of last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , " X2 : X-Men United , " which grossed $ 85.6 million in its opening weekend . The Hulk trailed last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , X2 : X-Men United , which grossed $ 85.6-million in its opening weekend . -1 1983012 1983180 Tony-award winning dancer and actor Gregory Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . -1 1088209 1088238 In April , it had forecast operating earnings in the range of 60 to 80 cents a share . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . -1 1703443 1703477 Hampton Township is a few miles northeast of Bay City , about 100 miles away . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . -1 941626 941679 And his justification for the bombing was that while it caused short-term material damage , it was for the long-term moral good of Bali . And he justified bombing Bali by saying that while it had caused material devastation , it was for the island 's long-term moral good . -1 3085927 3085530 It indicates , Robert said , “ that terrorists really don ’ t care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " -1 2746528 2746712 The Supreme Court long ago held that students could not be compelled to join in the pledge . The U.S. Supreme Court has previously ruled that students are not compelled to say the Pledge of Allegiance . -0 1140029 1140085 Kids , adults , booksellers and postal workers all are preparing for " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " -0 1787122 1787292 Colgate shares closed Monday at $ 56.30 on the New York Stock Exchange . Colgate shares were down 30 cents at $ 56 in morning trade on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 3450953 3450981 Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled and there was no convincing evidence it was being revived , the report said . Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled , and there " was no convincing evidence of its reconstitution . " -1 2902707 2902760 Cadbury Schweppes plc plans to cut 5500 jobs and shut factories after a 4.9 billion ( $ A11.9 billion ) acquisition spree over the past three years inflated costs . Cadbury Schweppes has unveiled plans to slash 5,500 jobs and 20 percent of its factories over four years to cut costs brought about by an acquisition spree . -1 1813375 1813388 " These foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-lowering drugs . " We have now proven that these foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-reducing drugs . -1 2971556 2971759 " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job , " she said . Cavender did say : " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job . " -1 3119302 3119544 State Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in court this morning , " It was an ill-conceived lawsuit . " New York Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in his statement that the lawsuit was " ill-conceived . " -1 981815 981922 The former president also gave numerous speeches in 2002 without compensation , said his spokesman Jim Kennedy . His spokesman Jim Kennedy said the former president also gave more than 70 speeches in 2002 without compensation . -1 1496052 1496255 Mayor Joe T. Parker said late Thursday that the three workers were two men and a woman who were inside the building when the first blast occurred . The missing workers , two men and a woman , were inside the building when the first blast occurred , Mayor Joe T. Parker said . -0 572164 571428 Kaichen appeared Wednesday in federal court on two bank robbery charges . She appeared in federal court Wednesday , but did not enter a plea . -0 2713980 2713709 The monkeys could track their progress by watching a schematic representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . The arm was kept in a separate room , but the monkeys could track their progress by watching a representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . -0 959616 959471 As a result , 24 players broke par in the first round . Twenty-four players broke par in the first round , the third highest figure in U.S. Open history . -1 1912529 1912650 Magner , who is 54 and known as Marge , has been the consumer group 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . She has been the consumer unit 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . -0 633744 633768 The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . -1 3313165 3313141 Closed sessions are routinely held at the United Nations tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but usually to protect witnesses 's safety . Closed sessions are routinely held at the U.N. tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but they are usually closed to protect witnesses who fear for their safety . -1 2122040 2121820 Although it 's unclear whether Sobig was to blame , The New York Times also asked employees at its headquarters yesterday to shut down their computers because of " system difficulties . " The New York Times asked employees at its headquarters to shut down their computers yesterday because of " computing system difficulties . " -1 3385867 3385835 The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Stephen Sundlof of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration . The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Dr. Stephen Sundlof of the Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) . -1 1657140 1657002 His band in the early 1930 's included the pianist Teddy Wilson , the saxophonist Chu Berry , the trombonist J. C. Higginbotham and the drummer Sid Catlett . His band in the early 1930s included pianist Teddy Wilson , saxophonist Chu Berry , trombonist J.C. Higginbotham and drummer Sid Catlett . -1 318215 318353 We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCOLinux until these issues are resolved , " Sontag said . We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCO Linux until these issues are resolved . " -1 2473394 2473357 Aiken 's study appears in the Sept . 24 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association . -1 1258288 1258190 Slightly more than half of the profit shortfall results from a sales slump , with weakness spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . Slightly more than half of the earnings miss was due to a sales slump , with weakness was spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . -1 742244 742119 Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the NPT treaty which would allow U.N. inspections at short notice . Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty , which it signed in 1970 , that would allow IAEA inspections at short notice . -1 3085148 3085019 They came despite what BA called a " difficult quarter " , which it said included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow . BA said the second quarter , which included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow , had been difficult . -1 432116 432164 In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . In addition , " fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to Islamic mosques , the Justice Department said . -0 539350 539637 He refused to reveal what percentage of flights carried sky marshals , or whether they would be increased . He refused to say what percentage of domestic flights had security officers on board . -0 2160920 2161366 Dean told reporters traveling on his 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour that he considered campaigning in Texas a challenge . Today , Dean ends his four-day , 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour in Chicago and New York . -0 2442948 2442826 The victim , whose name was not released , underwent surgery at the hospital . The wounded doctor , whose name was withheld , underwent surgery at the hospital for three gunshot wounds . -1 1518074 1518108 Those conversations had not taken place as of Tuesday night , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . Those talks have not taken place , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . -1 1284177 1284077 Other features include FileVault , which secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption on the fly . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . -1 1591389 1591595 An arrest warrant claimed Bryant assaulted the woman June 30 at a hotel . According to an arrest warrant , Bryant , 24 , attacked a woman on June 30 . -1 600786 600523 Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment from beneath the concrete slab Thursday , but it turned out to be an animal bone , authorities said . Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment Thursday night , but authorities said it was from an animal . -1 1245561 1245666 After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , it had to wait for legal hurdles to be crossed before sales could resume . After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , legal hurdles had to be cleared before sales could resume . -1 2734483 2734397 The number of extremely obese adults -- those who are at least 100 pounds overweight -- has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . -1 3289732 3289629 The research firm earlier had forecast an increase of 4.9 percent . The firm had predicted earlier this year a 4.9 percent increase . -1 3306149 3306053 Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted work for several hours while waiting for the anthropologist to arrive from Indianapolis . Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted it until an anthropologist arrived in the northwestern Indiana city from Indianapolis . -0 1318034 1318119 Stripping out the extraordinary items , fourth-quarter earnings were 64 cents a share compared to 25 cents a share in the prior year . Earnings were 59 cents a share for the three months ended May 25 compared with 15 cents a share a year earlier . -1 3354775 3354759 The company will be able to start recording profits from HPS immediately , Perot Systems spokeswoman Mindy Brown said . The company will begin adding to Perot Systems ' profits immediately , the company said . -1 1111786 1111709 White House officials also deleted a reference to a 1999 study showing that global temperatures had risen sharply in the previous decade compared with the last 1,000 years . The revised draft removed a reference to a 1999 study showing global temperatures had risen sharply in the past decade compared to the previous 1,000 years . -1 806505 806865 The leading actress nod went to energetic newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur as Edna 's daughter Tracy . Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . -1 1479862 1479870 In January 2000 , notebooks represented less than 25 percent of sales volume . That compares with January 2000 , when laptops represented less than 25 percent of sales volume , NPD said . -1 2071990 2072141 Federal and local officials , including Bush , saw no apparent sign of terrorism . Federal officials earlier said there is no evidence of terrorism . -1 1970415 1970732 U.N. inspectors later said the documents were old and irrelevant -- some administrative material , some from a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . They said some of the documents were administrative paper work and some about a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . -1 2928566 2928606 Griffith , a Mount Airy native , now lives on the North Carolina coast in Manteo . Griffith , 77 , grew up in Mount Airy and now lives in Manteo . -0 1239932 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . -1 1092090 1091918 It will also delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until the deal was completed and Buhrmann bedded down in PaperlinX . It will delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until Buhrmann is bedded down inside PaperlinX . -1 1240213 1240330 OS ANGELES - ' ' The Hulk ' ' was a monster at the box office in its debut weekend , taking in a June opening record of $ 62.6 million . " The Hulk " took in $ 62.6 million at the box office , a monster opening and a new June record . -1 2720187 2720172 Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , turned himself in in June ; his deputy was killed in a recent shootout with Saudi forces . Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , surrendered in June ; his deputy was killed in a shoot-out with Saudi forces recently . -1 3259695 3259744 Several current and former ferry officers have said the rules were routinely ignored and seldom enforced . Some current and former ferry employees have said those rules were often ignored . -0 1657875 1658028 " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . " But at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " he said . -0 1563816 1563592 It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . The intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . -0 99378 99324 The Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain , was forthright . " He hasn 't got much choice , " said the Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain . -1 692176 692246 Heavy weekend rain and runoff from heavy snowmelt sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening the sinkhole in I-70 east of Vail . Rain and runoff from heavy snow sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening a 22-foot-wide sinkhole in Interstate 70 east of Vail . -1 654702 654683 Spinal Concepts , launched in 1996 , makes orthopedic medical devices used during spinal fusion surgical procedures . Spinal Concepts makes spinal fixation products used during spinal fusion surgery . -1 2725718 2725646 The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off as early as tomorrow or as late as Friday from the Jiuquan launching site in the Gobi Desert . The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off between next Wednesday and Friday from a launching site in the Gobi Desert . -1 240075 240044 State Republican Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away from referring to Wise 's problems in the 2004 gubernatorial campaign . State GOP Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away in 2004 from referring to Wise 's problems . -0 427005 427281 The others were given copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " and told to follow it . The researchers gave copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " to the carb-cutters . -1 2124302 2124451 Druce is still being held at the prison and is now in isolation , she said . Druce last night was held in isolation at the same prison . -1 229259 228827 NBC also announced it has struck a deal to keep ER on the air for three more seasons . NBC also announced that it has extended its deal with Warner Brothers Television to keep ER on the air for at least three more seasons . -1 1171535 1171893 Also weighing on the market was news that General Motors GM.N planned to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . Also hurting was news General Motors GM.N was to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . -1 1201093 1201040 In court , she briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and quietly made notes in a spiral-bound notebook . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . -1 545928 545817 On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . -1 3128200 3128160 The new research will be published soon in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . -1 1554315 1554352 " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " the statement read . " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said . -1 1196117 1196011 Jackson 's visit came after a relatively peaceful night in Benton Harbor , which sits in southwestern Michigan about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . Jackson 's visit followed a relatively peaceful night Thursday in Benton Harbor , about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . -1 842171 842236 The attacks came as Mr Sharon faced down the hardline central committee of his Likud party in Jerusalem . News of the Hebron incident filtered out as Mr Sharon was facing the hardline central committee of his Likud Party in Jerusalem . -0 246576 246511 The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . Bruce N. Hawthorne , 53 , was named executive vice president and chief staff officer . -1 1629901 1629398 The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer - Dallager - for failing to address the scandal . -1 2588886 2588780 SARS went on to claim the lives of 44 people in the Toronto area , including two nurses and a doctor . The virus killed 44 people in the Toronto area , including one doctor and two nurses . -1 769049 769025 The World Health Organization — another Lilly partner , along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University — has declared TB a global emergency . The World Health Organization -- which is participating in the initiative along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University -- has declared TB a global emergency . -0 1924883 1924416 Five Jordanian embassy staff were wounded but were in stable condition . Some media reported that Jordanian embassy staff were killed in the attack . -1 1550877 1550897 This northern autumn US trainers will work with soldiers from four North African countries on patrolling and gathering intelligence . Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . -1 1977046 1977184 U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled that the Akron-based company should have determined that changes at one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions . FirstEnergy Corp. should have determined that modernizing one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions , U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled Thursday . -1 644153 643714 " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said FBI Special Agent Craig Dahle in Birmingham . " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said Dahle , a spokesman for the Birmingham office . -1 173736 173905 " One can say that the euro at the moment is about at the level which better reflects the fundamentals , " he said . " The euro at the moment is at a level that better reflects the fundamentals , " the ECB president said . -1 209859 209757 Thats why the Americans with all their technology cant find him . That 's why the Americans - with all their technology - can 't find him . " -1 2158247 2158067 U.S. District Judge William Steele set a hearing tomorrow on the lawsuit . U.S. District Judge William Steele has set the hearing on the suit for Wednesday . -1 1459781 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . -1 2905479 2905361 We 're electing a president of the United States , not a staff . " " We are electing a president of the United States , not a staff , " Kerry said . -1 3447773 3447850 The router will be available in the first quarter of 2004 and will cost around $ 200 , the company said . Netgear prices the WGT634U Super Wireless Media Router , which will be available in the first quarter of 2004 , at under $ 200 . -0 2527795 2527755 The nation 's median household income , adjusted for inflation , declined 1.1 percent , to $ 42,409 in 2002 , the Census Bureau reported Friday . The number of Americans living in poverty increased by 1.7 million last year , and the median household income declined by 1.1 percent , the Census Bureau reported yesterday . -1 1348907 1348952 The picture changes a bit should Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton be the Democratic presidential candidate . The picture changes slightly should New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton end up as the Democratic presidential candidate . -1 703823 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . -1 1075005 1075021 Her lawyers filed a lawsuit against the Dallas County district attorney , Henry Wade , challenging Texas 's abortion laws . In 1969 , Ms. McCorvey 's attorneys filed suit against Dallas County District Attorney Henry Wade challenging the state 's abortion laws . -0 1948542 1948502 Police said the suspected Marriott suicide bomber was Asmar Latin Sani , 28 , from the island of Sumatra . A sibling also identified Sani , 28 , who was from the island of Sumatra , police said . -1 1849873 1849903 Both were a few metres apart , Mr Laczynski pressing against the metal fence dividing court officials from the crowd . Separated by a few metres , Mr Laczynski pressed against the metal fence which divides court officials from the crowd . -1 986840 986695 The European Union was due Monday to demand Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher nuclear inspections and to link compliance with a pending trade deal . The European Union was due on Monday to demand that Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher inspections of its nuclear program , linking compliance to a pending trade deal . -1 3230905 3231041 Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts are saying , could be undermining efforts to promote safe sex . Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts say , may be undermining efforts to promote safer-sex practices . -1 2906716 2906796 Viles ' body was discovered four hours later after he failed to respond to a call to return to his housing unit . Viles was found dead after the three failed to respond to a routine call to return to their housing units . -0 2768372 2768324 Every Thursday , a grains management committee meets in the Commission 's agriculture directorate to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . A grains management committee normally meets each Thursday in the Commission 's agriculture unit -- another target of Wednesday 's raids -- to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . -1 2891359 2891275 About 1,500 firefighters here and north of the neighboring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . About 1500 firefighters in Fontana and the neighbouring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . -1 131134 131308 Once seated , the anonymous jurors will be driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . The judge planned to have the anonymous jurors driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . -0 1051279 1050975 She was taken by ambulance to Charing Cross Hospital in Hammersmith . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . -1 212622 212672 Pappas said he wouldn 't hesitate about asking Graham to substitute . Pappas , the teacher , said he wouldn 't hesitate having Graham as a substitute . -0 629297 629322 " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , biological programme , indeed nuclear programme , indeed all that was documented by the UN , " he said . He added : " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , the biological programme and indeed the nuclear weapons programme . -0 3377001 3376977 He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging staff at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel and demanding U.S. forces leave Iraq . He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging workers at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel . -1 1720973 1721003 Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state has long had its eye on this piece of property and is eager to complete the deal to obtain it . Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state long has coveted this piece of property , and is eager to complete the deal . -1 2989427 2989456 With the Expose feature , all open windows shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . With the Expose ( ex-poh-SAY ) feature , all the open windows on the desktop immediately shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . -0 1496938 1496946 He faces a maximum sentence of 59 to 87 years in prison if convicted . Iffel was hit with 22 weapons charges and faces up to 87 years in prison if convicted . -1 388576 388649 Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity , and get a cut of sales on a sliding scale through 2021 . Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity and would also get a five percent share of sales from 2005 . -1 562108 561820 Still , he noted Miami must decide whether to seek ACC membership for the next school year by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . Still , he noted that Miami must decide whether to seek A.C.C. membership by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . -1 1223198 1223139 Police today charged three men , one aged 28 and two aged 26 , with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault occasioning bodily harm , armed robbery and burglary . Four men were arrested and have been charged with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault , armed robbery and burglary . -1 2208440 2208642 The new policy gives greatest weight to grades , test scores and a student 's high school curriculum . Academic achievement -- including grades , test scores and high school curriculum -- are given the highest priority . -0 3021619 3021518 McGill also detailed the hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . McGill also said a dark glove was stuffed into a hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . -1 36547 36623 ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc. are developing similar medications , designed to target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . Iressa is similar to medicines being developed by ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc . , designed to precisely target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . -1 345699 345719 Shares in EDS closed on Thursday at $ 18.51 , a gain of 6 cents . Shares of EDS closed Thursday at $ 18.51 , up 6 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1010013 1010046 Jirsa is being introduced as Marshall head coach today at a noon news conference in the Bob Hartley / Big Green Room of Cam Henderson Center , The Herald-Dispatch learned . Jirsa will be introduced as the 25th Marshall basketball coach today at a press conference in the Henderson Center ’ s Big Green Room . -1 2493925 2493892 Richard Grasso quit as chairman last week after losing the support of his board amid public furor over his $ 140 million pay package . Grasso quit last week in the wake of a firestorm of criticism over his $ 140 million compensation package . -1 1661881 1662136 Police Chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group that had custody of Ghozi , has offered to resign , according to Ebdane . Police chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group , which had custody of Al-Ghozi , offered his resignation , and Ebdane accepted it . -1 1879236 1879339 Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8,000 hectares ( 20,000 acres ) of pinewood since the blazes started Monday afternoon . Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8000 hectares of pinewood since the blazes began on Monday afternoon . -1 2467992 2467952 And as more than 100 people on death rows have been exonerated , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . As more than 100 people sentenced to death have been exonerated across the nation , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . -1 3014177 3014143 The differences between Grassley and Thomas on energy and Medicare have become so pointed that other members say their angry personal relationship is embarrassing the party . Their differences on energy and Medicare have become so pointed other members say it is embarrassing to the party . -0 467296 467042 Numan was the Baath Party 's regional command chairman responsible for west Baghdad . Al-Numan was a longtime member of the regional command of the Baath party . -1 1567595 1567650 Instead , prosecutors dismissed charges and Rucker left the courtroom a free man . Instead he left the courtroom a free man after authorities dismissed criminal charges . -1 1243432 1243445 LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion - Australian football - as the world champion relaxed before his Wimbledon title defence . LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion – Australian rules football – as the world champion relaxed ahead of his Wimbledon defence . -1 2370245 2370426 Microsoft says customers can install applications and software on their handset wirelessly or from a PC via USB connection . Additional applications and software can be downloaded via the phone or from a PC via a USB connection . -1 3331545 3331648 Shares of Schering-Plough were off 2 cents at $ 16.78 near midday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Schering-Plough closed down 4 cents at $ 16.76 in Thursday trade on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1929176 1929167 The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . In Nairobi , the provost of All Saints Cathedral , the Very Reverend Peter Karanja , said the US Episcopal Church was alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . -1 599678 599554 " The issue has been resolved , " Marlins President David Samson said through a club spokesman . The Marlins only said : " The issue has been resolved . " -0 745950 746180 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures for June were down 2.60 points at 965.70 , while Nasdaq futures were down 7.50 points at 1,183.50 . -1 1737548 1737488 " I don 't see the urgency of this , and I am not going to grant this request . " " I don 't see the urgency in this so I 'm not going to grant it , " West said . -1 2095818 2095799 In its statement , the bank said it believed " the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the United Kingdom remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . -1 2484044 2483683 The tour plans to make stops in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1-2 , and in New York City on Oct. 3-4 . The tour will stop in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1 and 2 , and New York on Oct. 3 and 4 . -0 1604217 1604154 " City-grown pollution , and ozone in particular , is tougher on country trees , " says Cornell University ecologist Jillian Gregg . " I know this sounds counterintuitive , but it 's true : City-grown pollution -- and ozone in particular -- is tougher on country trees , " U.S. ecologist Jillian Gregg said . -0 3438458 3438444 Elecia Battle , of Cleveland , told police she dropped her purse as she left the Quick Shop Food Mart last week after buying the ticket . Elecia Battle dropped her purse after buying the Mega Millions Lottery ticket last week and believes the ticket blew away . -1 1439347 1439293 When fully operational , the facility is expected to employ up to 1,000 people . The plant would employ 1,000 people when fully built out , the company said . -0 399170 399276 The Senate agreed Tuesday to lift a 10-year-old ban on the research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . Both the House and Senate bills would end the ban on research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . -1 1958452 1958519 Shares of McDonald 's rose $ 1.83 , or 8.3 percent , to close at the day 's high of $ 23.89 . McDonald 's shares rose $ 1.83 to close Friday at $ 23.89 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2178827 2178795 The girls and three of the cadets were cited for underage drinking . The girls , ages 16 and 18 , were ticketed for underage drinking along with three of the cadets . -1 1280917 1281225 Oracle Corp 's Chairman and CEO Larry Ellison didn 't rule out sweetening the company 's unsolicited offer to acquire rival PeopleSoft Inc . Oracle chairman Larry Ellison has hinted that the company could yet again increase its offer for rival PeopleSoft . -1 3001423 3001446 Former Indiana Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died Sunday in Bloomington after a battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . -1 1146295 1146253 The bill also requires the FCC to hold at least five public hearings before voting on future ownership changes . Another component of the bill would require the FCC to hold at least five public hearings on future ownership rule changes before voting . -1 2414342 2414213 State government sources said Travis ' move was a direct result of the controversy over the Boudin parole decision . Sources say this decision was a direct result of the decision to release Boudin . -0 173779 173846 The Nikkei average closed up 1.5 percent at 8,152.16 , a one-month high . The Nikkei average ended the morning up half a percent at 8,071.00 . -0 1114165 1114068 According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . The Hispanic population increased by 9.8per cent from the April 2000 census figures , despite less favourable social and economic conditions than in the 1990s . -0 2337960 2338068 The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company also said it would cut wholesale prices on cassettes and change the suggested retail price to $ 8.98 . -0 237239 237465 The plane was estimated to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . US Airways Flight 5481 , which crashed Jan. 8 , was judged to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . -1 663480 663544 The House has passed prescription-drug legislation in the last two sessions , but the Senate has failed to do so . The House has passed bills the past two Congresses , but the Senate has not . -1 460144 460211 He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 -- well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , police said . The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . -1 1809293 1809194 TI further said that , as a result of the license agreement , it will not change its prices for OMAP devices . In a joint statement , the companies said that as a result of the license agreement , TI will not be changing its prices . -0 859489 859427 Perkins will travel to Lawrence today and meet with Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . -1 3131671 3131687 Continuing the record-setting pace of recent years , personal bankruptcies rose 7.8 percent in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts said Friday . The record-setting pace of new personal bankruptcies continued in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , with their number rising 7.8 percent , according to data released Friday . -0 210694 211119 Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . Barnes is one of three politicians honored Monday by the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum with the Profile in Courage Award . -1 347483 347458 Enstrom and Kabat focused their work on 35,561 people who had never smoked but had spouses who did . The study focused on the 35,561 people who had never smoked , but who lived with a spouse who did . -1 2827192 2827205 Symantec yesterday bought SSL VPN appliance vendor SafeWeb for $ 26 million in cash . Symantec Monday said it will acquire SSL VPN appliance provider Safeweb for $ 26 million in cash . -1 2486728 2486654 More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . More than 100 officers launched the London raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine and money laundering ring . -1 684938 684972 But the plan was dropped because some of the terrorists were uncomfortable that schoolchildren would be their victims . But the plan was abandoned as some in the group were uncomfortable the victims would be schoolchildren . -0 826609 826468 A senior Whitehall official said : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . A senior Whitehall official said recently : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . . . It was a monumental cock-up . " -0 1279867 1279906 " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims should keep consumer expectations at current levels and may signal more favorable economic times ahead . " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims " may signal more favorable economic times ahead , " she said . -1 1091178 1091235 Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 26 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.27 percent from 3.17 percent . -0 1293239 1293439 The army said the raid , which comes just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the Hamas leader in the city , targeted militants in Hamas . The arrests came just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the militant group 's leader in Hebron . -1 2085113 2085096 Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said Friday that he will hold a hearing on the blackout as soon as lawmakers return in September . House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said his committee will hold a hearing on the power outage in September . -1 1739449 1739474 Also , businesses throughout Utah are volunteering to display Amber alerts on their signs . Other businesses are volunteering to put the alerts on their electronic signs and billboards . -1 2559956 2559939 Says IBM : " Electrons come down from the poly-silicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base , and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode . " Electrons come down from the polysilicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode , " the company said . -0 349935 350009 In March , SCO Group filed a lawsuit against IBM charging unfair competition and breach of contract . SCO is suing IBM for misappropriation of trade secrets , tortious interference , unfair competition and breach of contract . -0 911563 911587 Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , is leading the opposition . " I think it will pass , " Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , said in Washington . -1 2123347 2123494 According to market research from The NPD Group , the number of people downloading music dropped from 14.5 million in April to 10.4 million in June . The number of households acquiring music fell from a high of 14.5 million in April to 12.7 million in May and 10.4 million in June , according to NPD . -1 2108887 2108868 Beleaguered telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . -1 1967671 1967592 Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London and will be extended over the next month to police around the country . Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London , and will be extended to other forces next month . -1 1044800 1044829 The Passion will feature actor James Caviezel as Christ and actress Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . Directed by Gibson , the reported $ 25 million production stars Jim Caviezel as Jesus and Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . -1 1716178 1716087 U.S. officials say the six were , like other prisoners at the U.S. Naval base in Cuba , suspected of involvement with al-Qaida , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . US officials say the six , like other prisoners at Guantanamo , were suspected of involvement with al-Qaeda , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . -1 2009590 2009633 Perry has called lawmakers into two special sessions to address congressional redistricting . Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . -1 573366 573506 " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end , " said Hit resident Abu Qasim . " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end . " -0 1618261 1618195 A report on the finding appears in Friday 's issue of the journal Science . The results were announced at a NASA headquarters news conference Thursday and in today 's issue of the journal Science . -1 500945 500912 The autopsy was ordered sealed at the request of both the prosecution and defense . Girolami ordered the records conditionally sealed May 15 at the request of prosecution and defense attorneys . -0 437728 437769 The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game their longest win streak since 2001 as they edged Colorado , 3-2 , Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game and seventh in their last nine as they beat Colorado 3-2 on Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . -1 1074997 1075018 " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms McCorvey said at a news conference in Dallas on Tuesday . " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms. McCorvey said at a downtown Dallas news conference . -0 2641995 2641936 Mr Pollard said : " This is a terrible personal tragedy and a shocking blow for James 's family . Nick Pollard , the head of Sky News said : " This is a shocking blow for James 's family . -1 544329 544220 Meanwhile , the U.S. civilian administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer , paid a two-hour visit to the northern cities of Erbil and Sulaimaniyah . Elsewhere in the north , the American administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer III , paid a brief , low-profile visit to the cities of Erbil and Suleimaniya . -1 1702219 1702411 The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit named Secretary of State Kevin Shelley , a Democrat , and the registrars of voters in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . -1 3319119 3319133 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index ( .IXIC : Quote , Profile , Research ) ended off 2.96 points , or 0.15 percent , at 1,921.33 . -1 1260943 1261266 Additionally , the h2210 ’ s cradle has room to charge a second battery . The cradle for the h2200 has space for recharging a second battery . -0 936700 936522 He was taken to a hospital for precautionary X-rays on his neck . Harvey was taken to St. Luke 's Hospital for precautionary neck X-rays , which came back negative . -1 2788889 2788678 Still , Jessica Biel ( of " 7th Heaven " fame ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface 's last elusive victim . Still , Jessica Biel ( formerly of the WB ’ s “ 7th Heaven ” ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface ’ s last elusive victim . -1 1596214 1596238 Police and officials said about 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to struggle to shore . About 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to reach shore , police and officials said . -1 2553134 2553332 In that case , the court held that Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning only the advertising pamphlets in the interest of aesthetics . In that case , the court held that the city of Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning , in the interest of aesthetics , only the advertising pamphlets . -1 1075397 1075758 The Senate version has no coverage for annual costs between $ 4,450 and $ 5,800 . They would receive no help with costs between $ 4,500 and $ 5,800 . -1 3100597 3100573 " PeopleSoft management entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " said Deborah Lilienthal , an Oracle spokeswoman . " PeopleSoft 's management 's entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " Oracle spokeswoman Jennifer Glass said Tuesday . -0 1054536 1054676 Stocks dipped lower Tuesday as investors opted to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally despite a trio of reports suggesting modest improvement in the economy . Wall Street moved tentatively higher Tuesday as investors weighed a trio of reports showing modest economic improvement against an urge to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally . -0 1458234 1458108 Michaela Cuomo , youngest daughter of Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy , is 8 months old . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . -0 2098594 2098915 Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . Both Bloomberg and Pataki said were confident electricity would be restored by the morning . -1 53672 53604 " That said , however , no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . " Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . -1 2673112 2673141 The district also sent letters yesterday informing parents of the situation . Parents received letters informing them of the possible contamination yesterday . -0 1091232 1091267 The two-year note US2YT = RR fell 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 1.23 percent from 1.16 percent late on Monday . The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . -1 1107385 1107297 " The Leading Economic Index finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession , " Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said . Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said the improved reading " finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession . -1 3414486 3414521 Shares of McDonald 's Corp. and Wendy 's International Inc. continued a modest run-up on the New York Stock Exchange Monday . Shares of McDonald 's and Wendy 's continued their recent recovery Monday , rising more than 1 percent on the New York Stock Exchange in afternoon trade . -1 1559172 1559081 In winter , it is transformed into a treacherous embankment , a mountain of ice and snow that blankets everything . In winter , Terrapin Point is transformed into a treacherous embankment of ice and snow that blankets everything -- the park , the railings , even the lampposts . -1 2214085 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Mr. Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . -1 327365 327455 Fed policy-makers signaled they were prepared to cut rates , now at a 41-year low , to ward off even the threat of deflation . Fed policy-makers last week signaled they are prepared to cut that rate to ward off even the threat of deflation . -1 863191 863225 " It appears that many employers accused of workplace discrimination will be considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent , " he said . " Employers accused of workplace discrimination now are considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent . -1 3068989 3068932 The formula for its baby food is prepared by the German-owned Humana Milchunion . The formula is produced for Remedia by German company Humana Milchunion . -1 2202632 2202780 Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by a quarter or more , U.S. researchers reported on Thursday . Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by 25 percent or more , US researchers reported yesterday . -1 3046212 3046273 The findings are published in the November 6 edition of the journal Nature . Both studies are published on Thursday in Nature , the British weekly science journal . -0 1559085 1559178 The man wasn 't on the ice , but trapped in the rapids , swaying in an eddy about 250 feet from the shore . The man was trapped about 250 feet from the shore , right at the edge of the falls . -0 1805630 1805435 Texas Instruments climbed $ 1.37 to $ 19.25 yesterday and Novellus Systems Inc. advanced $ 1.76 to $ 36.31 . Texas Instruments climbed $ US1.37 to $ US19.25 and Novellus Systems advanced $ US1.76 to $ US36.31 , each having been raised to " overweight " by Lehman . -1 246694 246679 Net profit was $ 275m , or 23 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the period ending March 31 . News Corp. posted net profit of $ 275 million , or 21 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31 . -1 1485635 1485610 Agrawal said her research does not suggests that PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . -1 1342925 1343185 " The economy , nonetheless , has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . -0 2692086 2691868 Yee is a Chinese-American who converted to Islam after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . -1 283697 283287 Meanwhile , students and others at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , acted out a second , simultaneous attack on campus . Meanwhile , volunteers at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , simulated a second , simultaneous attack . -1 2521741 2521730 The suspect has been charged with juvenile delinquency , based on intentionally causing damage to computers . A news release from the office said the arrest was for an act of juvenile delinquency based on intentionally causing damage to protected computers . -1 69795 69776 Cisco executives said they were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but hoped for a rebound . Cisco executives were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but said they remained ``cautiously optimistic ' ' about a rebound . -1 2706235 2706274 Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and clambered down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . -0 267366 267390 Linda Saunders pleaded guilty in federal court to six charges , including extortion , money laundering and conspiracy . Former Phipps aides Linda Saunders and Bobby McLamb have both pleaded guilty to federal charges including extortion . -1 1605338 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain food products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . -1 3042078 3042062 MEN who drink tea , particularly green tea , can greatly reduce their risk of prostate cancer , a landmark WA study has found . DRINKING green tea can dramatically reduce the risk of men contracting prostate cancer , a study by Australian researchers has discovered . -1 2179041 2179199 Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of next month , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . -0 1120715 1120672 Anything less is unacceptable , " said Gordon , the ranking Democrat on the House Space and Aeronautics subcommittee . Gordon is the senior Democrat on the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics . -1 516813 516884 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Sandra Day O 'Connor agreed with Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . -0 633901 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 , ending at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . -1 2152533 2152746 " I still don 't think it is a trade secret , " Bunner said yesterday . " We don 't think that there is a trade secret here . " -0 2560904 2560923 Optima first registered www.optimatech.com with Network Solutions at the end of 1990 . Network Solutions returned the domain name back to Optima in 2001 . -1 2011657 2011797 Bashir felt he was being tried by opinion not on the facts , Mahendradatta told Reuters . Bashir also felt he was being tried by opinion rather than facts of law , he added . -1 556825 556733 According to Saunders , the gunman said he was frustrated by the U.S. Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . Sheriff 's Department spokesman Chris Saunders said the man told them he was frustrated by the Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . -0 2798926 2798877 Spokesmen for the FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on El Shukrijumah 's stay in Canada . The FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on the Washington Times report . -1 2493883 2493851 In the interview , Mr. Reed said board members could not defend themselves by saying they did not realize the size of Mr. Grasso 's package . Reed said board members can 't defend themselves by saying they didn 't realize the size of Grasso 's package . -0 2763716 2763600 Florida 's Supreme Court has twice refused to hear the case . On Tuesday , a Florida appeals court again refused to block removal of the tube . -1 1516698 1516745 It estimated on Thursday it has a 51 percent market share in Europe . Boston Scientific said it has gained 51 percent of the coated-stent market in Europe . -1 2249306 2249238 A conviction could bring a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted , he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . -0 572627 572552 He was tracked to Atlanta where he was arrested on Tuesday night . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . -0 427417 427398 Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases , agreed . " We have been somewhat lucky , " said Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases . -1 660856 660825 Pepper spray and four arrests marked a Monday evening march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . -0 1884056 1884017 Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports of dead blue jays and crows , Jayroe said . Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports , he said . -1 2362684 2362743 A powerful typhoon hit southern areas of South Korea , killing at least 42 people and forcing thousands to flee , authorities said yesterday . A typhoon packing record strength winds slammed into South Korea killing at least 48 people and forcing about 25,000 to flee from their homes , authorities said on Saturday . -0 3233010 3232953 The mother also alleged in the lawsuit that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards . The mother also contended that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards during the 1998 confrontation . -1 243948 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength - and getting seven Tony nominations - was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , Long Day 's Journey Into Night . Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " -1 758196 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performed the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -1 303962 304113 The German envoy , Gunter Pleuger , told reporters today , " The important issues are how the political process is being organized . " " The important issues are how the political process is being organized , " Pleuger told reporters . -0 2691686 2691676 The bank 's shares fell 45 cents in trading yesterday to $ 91.51 per share . Shares of M & T , which is based in Buffalo , fell 41 cents , to $ 91.51 . -1 1924385 1924800 Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . Earlier , Captain Robert Ramsey of the First Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the buildings at around 11am . -1 638873 638787 Los Angeles- The deep-sea adventure " Finding Nemo " hooked the top spot at the box office yesterday with an estimated $ 70.6-million opening weekend . The deep-sea adventure netted the top spot at the box office Sunday with an estimated $ 70.6 million US opening weekend . -1 1338202 1338220 Excluding litigation charges , RIM 's loss narrowed even further to 1 cent a share . Excluding patent litigation , RIM 's loss for the quarter was $ 700,000 , or 1 cent per share . -1 782729 782569 Larger publishers such as Viacom Inc . ' s VIAb.N Simon & Schuster and Bertelsmann AG 's BERT.UL Random House decided against pursuing the books group , the sources said . Larger publishers such as Simon & Schuster and Random House decided not to pursue the books group , sources familiar with the situation said . -1 1655566 1655531 " We think this planet formed with its star , 12.713 billion years ago when the ( Milky Way ) galaxy was very young , just in the process of forming . " We think this planet formed with its star 12.713 billion years ago , when the [ Milky Way ] galaxy was . . . just in the process of forming . -0 1117439 1117424 The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were impounded a year ago at a LaGrou Cold Storage warehouse in Chicago . The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were being stored by more than 100 wholesalers in Chicago . -0 1580610 1580733 I think we made the right case and did the right thing . " Mr Blair went on : " I think we did the right thing in relation to Iraq . -1 75618 75659 Born in 1953 in Baghdad , her father was Salih Magdi Ammash , a former Vice-President , Defence Minister and member of the Baath party leadership . Born in 1953 in Baghdad , she is the daughter of Saleh Mahdi Ammash , a former vice-president , defence minister and member of the Baath party 's leadership . -1 2367272 2367026 It was better under Saddam , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would like to convey to Powell . " It was better under Saddam ... The war did nothing for us , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would give to Powell . -0 42183 42210 Shares of Littleton , Colorado-based EchoStar rose $ 1.63 , or 5.3 percent , to $ 32.26 at 10 : 55 a.m. On Monday , EchoStar ( DISH : news , chart , profile ) shares shrank $ 1.40 , or 4.4 percent , to $ 30.63 . -1 784495 784141 He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " But he also told the House Judiciary Committee the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " -1 1500312 1500289 Among the Group of Seven nations , the leading indicator rose to 119.1 from 118.2 in April . The Group of Seven nations , meanwhile , also saw some improvement , with the leading indicator rising to 119.1 , from April 's 118.2 . -1 1890014 1889885 Mr Kerkorian said : " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents and attractive investment . " " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents an attractive investment , " Kerkorian said in a statement . -1 1318419 1318680 Sen. Richard Shelby , R-Ala . , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation . Sen. Richard Shelby , a Republican from Alabama , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation , said committee spokesman Andrew Gray . -1 2257896 2257711 " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue , " the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement . China 's foreign ministry said : " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue . " -1 1907420 1907308 In an E-mail statement to the Knoxville News Sentinel , Shumaker said , ' ' I am not giving any consideration to resignation . I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . -1 748620 748510 New building hasn 't put any drag on the skyrocketing median home price , up 14.8 percent to $ 364,000 in April from a year ago . New construction has not put a drag on the skyrocketing median home price , which is $ 364,000 in April , up 14.8 percent from a year ago . -1 1268446 1268498 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the euro 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . -1 2405094 2405072 INTEL TODAY disclosed details of its next-generation XScale processor for mobile phones and handheld devices here in San Jose . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . -1 2716543 2716503 News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corp. to publishing house HarperCollins Publishers Ltd . , owns 35 per cent of BSkyB . News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century Fox to publishing house HarperCollins , owns 35 percent of BSkyB . -1 3056744 3056769 KEDO Spokesman , Roland Tricot said : " The executive board decided to refer this question to capitals . " The executive board decided to refer this to the capitals , " the Korean Energy Development Organization said . -1 2404779 2404819 " It seems to me you 're trying to protect privacy of theft , " she said to Barr . " It seems to me they are attempting to protect privacy of theft . " -0 1785254 1785242 West Nile Virus -- which is spread through infected mosquitoes -- is potentially fatal . West Nile is a bird virus that is spread to people by mosquitoes . -1 2228916 2228956 As of Friday , the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 1,602 human cases of West Nile so far this year , including 28 deaths . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have been 1,602 human cases of West Nile virus nationwide this year and 28 deaths . -0 529554 529492 The company said that based on first-quarter results it expects to earn 90 cents per share for the quarter . The company , based in Winston-Salem , reported first-quarter profit of $ 13.1 million , or 22 cents per share . -0 953777 953743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 7.60 points , or 0.46 percent , at 1,653.62 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > shed 2.38 points , or 0.24 percent , at 995.10 . -1 401945 402086 After that , college President Paul Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . After Hedges ' microphone was unplugged for a second time , Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . -1 62786 62543 The statement said Mr Turner transferred 10 million shares of the stock to a charitable trust , which then sold them . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . -1 1457976 1457907 His lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said later that Cuomo " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . -0 1287681 1287716 He allowed two runs in seven innings and struck out six . Zambrano pitched seven innings and allowed two runs on five hits and four walks . -1 1856960 1856922 " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " they announced at a press conference yesterday . " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " Wyden and Dorgan said Monday in a letter to the Pentagon . -1 2877244 2877197 A coalition of states petitioned a federal appeals court Thursday in an effort to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . New Jersey was one of eleven states that asked a federal appeals court Thursday to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . -0 1729704 1729744 The results beat the 54 cents loss per share consensus estimate of 23 analysts polled by Thomson First Call . Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . -1 2202636 2202785 People with two copies of the mutated gene have double this risk , the researchers said . The risk is doubled for people with two copies of the mutated gene , the researchers said . -0 2902077 2902028 Russian stocks fell after the arrest last Saturday of Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of Yukos Oil , on charges of fraud and tax evasion . The weekend arrest of Russia 's richest man , Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of oil major YUKOS , on charges of fraud and tax evasion unnerved financial markets . -1 1104700 1104715 " I 'm amazed at the number of people who think there is a silver bullet for security , " Capellas said . " I 'm amazed at how many people think there is a silver bullet for security , " he said . -1 2002876 2003052 State air regulators and two automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . -1 1433591 1433431 " We 've become like total strangers , " Klein quotes him as saying . " We 've become like total strangers , " John told a pal two days before his death . -1 2946635 2946618 " This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " said O 'Neill , who is based in California . This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " O 'Neill said . -0 759485 759469 Critics say the law violates civil liberties , something House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to . House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to civil liberties complaints . -1 3270328 3270370 Forecasters said warnings might go up for Cuba later Thursday . Watches or warnings could be issued for eastern Cuba later on Thursday . -0 3415995 3416057 Staff Sgt. Georg-Andreas Pogany , however , is waiting for that decision in writing . But Staff Sgt. Georg-Andreas Pogany 's military career remains in limbo . -1 2889933 2889907 Negotiators said Friday they made good progress during their latest round of talks on creating a Central American Free Trade Agreement . Negotiators said Friday they made progress during their latest round of free-trade negotiations between the United States and five Central American countries this week in Houston . -1 1921451 1921407 But at age 15 , she had reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . -0 3004566 3004536 Ending the picketing at Ralphs frees up about 18,000 union members . About 70,000 union members are on strike , including about 18,000 Ralphs employees . -1 1922104 1922156 The author is one of several defense experts expected to testify . Spitz is expected to testify later for the defense . -1 2155055 2154890 The program only spreads further when a computer user clicks on the attached program that then secretly mails itself to e-mail addresses on the user 's computer . The program spreads further only when a computer user selects the attached program that then secretly mails itself to e-mail addresses stored in the user 's computer . -1 2475829 2475764 The jawbone is similar to those of other early modern humans found in Africa , the Middle East and later in Europe . Most of their features were similar to those of early humans whose fossils have been found at sites in Africa , the Middle East , and later in Europe . -0 2874753 2874730 " Unlike many early-stage Internet firms , Google is believed to be profitable . The privately held Google is believed to be profitable . -0 1072119 1072566 The bishop told police he thought he had hit a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . Bishop O 'Brien , aged 67 , had told police he thought he had hit a dog or cat . -0 2455734 2455654 Joe Kernan , who had been lieutenant governor for the past seven years , was sworn in as governor after O 'Bannon died Saturday . Kernan , who was O 'Bannon 's lieutenant governor , friend and political partner , was sworn in six hours after O 'Bannon died Saturday . -0 2068468 2068798 The fines are part of failed Republican efforts to force or entice the Democrats to return . Perry said he backs the Senate 's efforts , including the fines , to force the Democrats to return . -0 549254 549373 For the year , it expects sales of $ 94 million and a profit of 26 cents a share from continuing operations . This is an increase from the $ 22.5 million and 5 cents a share previously forecast . -1 2421566 2421460 Researchers found the fossils in a semidesert area of Venezuela , about 250 miles west of Caracas . Phoberomys ' skeleton was unearthed 250 miles west of Caracas , Venezuela . -1 938119 938256 " Just as before , it will be up to the council to decide the direction and the timing of the process . " Just as before , it will be up to the Council to decide the direction and process . -0 1977693 1977631 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . -1 1748344 1748330 Ms. Cripps-Prawak left last Friday , two days after the department introduced a plan to distribute medical marijuana through doctors ' offices . The director of the Office of Medical Access , Cindy Cripps-Prawak , left her job after the department introduced a plan to distribute marijuana through doctors ' offices . -1 1474151 1474190 An injured woman co-worker also was hospitalized and was listed in good condition . A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . -1 113468 113404 Woodley , 44 , died of liver and kidney failure Sunday at a hospital in his native Shreveport , La . , said his niece , Lucy Woodley . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . -1 655501 655394 Grinspun ’ s concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms , according to the newspaper . Ms Grinspun 's concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms . -0 1917198 1917233 MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . Nvidia will take advantage of MediaQ customers , which include such players as Siemens AG , Sharp , Philips , Dell , Mitsubishi and Sony Corp. -1 2067814 2067786 Each hull will cost about $ 1.4 billion , with each fully outfitted submarine costing about $ 2.2 billion , Young said . Each hull produced by the yards will cost about $ 1.4 billion , and the completed submarines will cost about $ 2.2 billion each , Young said . -0 1047951 1048483 " It is safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . -0 1443670 1443641 The report forecasts there will be 71,079 hot spots worldwide this year , up from just 14,752 in 2002 and 1,214 in 2001 . The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . -0 1297328 1297355 But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open to further bids and hoped to see bidders interested in individual assets team up . But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open for further bids in the next day or two . -1 1277464 1277496 Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . And tuition at two-year community colleges jumps $ 300 , or 12 percent , to $ 2,800 . -1 1288358 1288601 The club 's board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , decided against renewing the 52-year-old 's contract . A meeting of the clubs board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , had decided against renewing the 52-year-olds contract as Real Madrid coach . -0 1886 2142 Joining Boston on Monday were the Massachusetts communities of Watertown , Saugus and Framingham . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . -0 3257025 3257119 Others keep records sealed for as little as five years or as much as 30 . Some states make them available immediately ; others keep them sealed for as much as 30 years . -1 1283865 1284077 In addition , Panther includes FileVault , a new feature that secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . -1 100420 100323 President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as the top U.S. official overseeing the reconstruction of Iraq . U.S. President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul ( Jerry ) Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as presidential envoy to Iraq . -0 299978 299801 Xcel shares were up 20 cents , to close at $ 14.10 Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Following the news , shares of the power company climbed 20 cents to close at $ 14.10 . -0 547116 547045 Young has 28 days to file a response and ask the NASD for a hearing . Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . -1 784087 784153 " Some of us find the collateral damage greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war , " said Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . Added Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . : " Some of us find that the collateral damage is greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war . " -0 1152817 1152736 " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , and we remain hopeful we can do so , " chief executive Marce Fuller said . " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , " Mirant CEO Marce Fuller said in a prepared statement early Friday . -0 518923 518852 However , in the New Jersey case , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit upheld the government by a 2-1 vote . Though a federal judge in New Jersey agreed , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit disagreed . -1 134211 134172 In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate while at the other end of the scale , only eight percent of women in Niger are literate . In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate , compared with only 8 percent of women in Niger . -1 1274113 1274208 The officials did not say whether U.S. forces crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian border guards became involved . U.S. officials did not say whether American forces , who were acting on intelligence , crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian guards were involved . -1 3207359 3207332 Urban hospitals have traditionally been reimbursed at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . The federal government has traditionally reimbursed urban hospitals at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . -0 2172962 2173003 The deal means the original agreement , signed in August 2001 by the two companies , is now extended through 2006 . The original agreement , signed in August 2001 and now extended through 2006 , has enabled both companies to successfully deliver high-availability and high-performance end-to-end data center solutions . -0 367259 367282 The security official 's backup couldn 't fill in because he was on active military duty , Strutt said . The security official 's backup was on active duty , and the lottery association didn 't have a replacement in New Jersey , Strutt said . -1 3010054 3010313 " To have people say we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Thomas quoted Jackson as saying . " To have people say that we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Raymond Jackson said through the pastor . -0 27662 27632 Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . Apple Computer Inc. said Monday it exceeded record industry expectations by selling more than 1 million songs since the launch of its online music store a week ago . -1 2625130 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qa 'ida for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " -1 921297 921226 It predicted that a 7.0 percent rise to $ 204.9 billion in 2006 would push the industry 's yearly sales slightly past its highest-ever level in in 2000 . It also predicted that a 7.0 per cent rise to $ 204.9bn in 2006 , topping the industry 's yearly sales record set in 2000 . -1 258305 258189 We cannot allow anything like that , and we won 't . " " We cannot , and will not , allow anything of the kind . " -0 3335828 3335771 Other countries and private creditors are owed at least $ 80 billion in addition . Other countries are owed at least $ US80 billion ( $ 108.52 billion ) . -1 84730 84604 The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision is a victory for Secretary of State Colin L. Powell . The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision was seen by some insiders as a victory for Powell and the State Department . -1 941673 941978 His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . His hatred had germinated and cemented his belief that violence was the best panacea . -1 356813 356946 He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of the men involved in the attack . He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of three men who led the attacks . -0 1479864 1479878 Unit volumes also set a record as notebooks accounted for more than 40 percent of sales . In May 2002 , LCDs accounted for only 22 percent of monitor sales . -1 684556 684842 If found guilty , Samudra could be sentenced to death under anti-terror laws passed soon after the bombings . If found guilty , he could be executed under anti-terror laws passed in the weeks after the bombings . -1 1733146 1733209 Counties with population declines will be Vermillion , Posey and Madison . Vermillion , Posey and Madison County populations will decline . -1 2984179 2984223 He 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him one bit . " " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . -1 2019201 2019242 Agents found more than 1,000 credit cards and credit card duplicating machines during a search of Ragin 's address . When Ragin 's address was raided , authorities found more than 1,000 credit cards and duplicating machines . -1 2733800 2733811 Michael Bloomberg , NYC Mayor : " I 'm gonna try march with a number of different groups . " I 'm going to try to march with a number of different groups , " Bloomberg said . -1 1101775 1101764 Gemstar 's shares gathered up 2.6 percent , adding 14 cents to $ 5.49 at the close . Gemstar shares moved higher on the news , closing up 2.6 percent at $ 5.49 on Nasdaq . -1 229245 228845 NBC also is introducing three new dramas , including one starring West Wing fugitive Rob Lowe as a Washington lawyer . Three new dramas , including one starring The West Wing refugee Rob Lowe , will also be on the schedule , NBC announced yesterday . -1 2995466 2995518 A poll showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor had given a boost to his reelection effort against GOP opponent Sam Katz . A poll released this week showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor has given a boost to his re-election effort . -1 2228735 2228855 The survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of commuters use their own car or truck . The Transportation Department survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of people who commute use their own cars or trucks . -1 1260001 1259905 Brian Lara , the West Indies captain , was unbeaten on 93 at the rain interval while Marlon Samuels was five not out . Lara was unbeaten on 93 when the torrential rain stopped play with Marlon Samuels on five . -1 1756545 1756619 Mr. Bremer said Iran continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction , including Tehran s intelligence service . Mr. Bremer said that Iran , including its intelligence service , continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction . -0 2390771 2390861 And of those , 149 , or 55 % , " claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases . " And of those , 55 percent , or 149 , claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases -- despite the regulations prohibiting that kind of statement . -1 671146 670997 " PNC regrets its involvement " in the deals , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer James Rohr said in a statement . James Rohr , chairman and chief executive officer , said PNC regretted the incident . -1 3207968 3208048 " If we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism , " he said . This is a hospital that treats everybody as people , and if we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism . " -1 2237209 2237181 She says the King County medical examiner 's office has confirmed the remains are human . At 2 : 25 p.m. , the King County medical examiner confirmed the remains were human , Larson said . -0 3372342 3372291 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , 2003 , advanced services lines for ADSL increased by 37 percent and cable modem connections increased by 75 percent . For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . -1 1569217 1569131 Hospitals and the Red Cross appealed to blood donors yesterday . The Connecticut Hospital Association joined the Red Cross Monday in calling for more blood donors . -1 3159669 3159725 Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body that promotes blood-vessel growth . Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body called vascular endothelial growth factor that promotes blood vessel growth . -1 2467171 2467246 She recently got the endorsement of the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . Moseley Braun has scored endorsements from the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . -1 3121942 3121918 I think he has to disembrace Putin and put him on notice that he is taking the country in the wrong direction , " Soros said . " President Bush has to put Putin on notice that he is taking Russia in the wrong direction , " Soros said . -1 1803903 1803956 Sen. John Rockefeller , D-W.Va. , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . Senator John D. Rockefeller IV , Democrat of West Virginia , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . -1 271886 271879 The GameCube , which badly underperformed expectations in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft Corp. ' s MSFT.O Xbox . The GameCube , a major disappointment in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft ' Xbox . -1 801575 801692 Before Thursday 's matinee , Baker called a clubhouse meeting , concerned that the controversy had distracted the Cubs . Baker called a pregame meeting , believing the the corked-bat episode had distracted the team . -1 2964174 2964202 State police said as many as 30 workers were trapped immediately after the garage collapsed . As many as 30 people were believed to be trapped inside initially , the state police said . -1 1822303 1822336 The Bush administration should make public the fact about Saudi Arabia 's complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , lawmakers said Sunday . The Bush administration should make public facts about purported Saudi Arabian complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , several legislators said yesterday . -1 2029881 2029811 The agent reported his contacts to Texas Department of Public Safety and told officers another legislator , Rep. Gabi Canales , D-Alice , they sought also was in Ardmore . The agent reported his contacts to Texas law enforcement officials and told them another legislator being sought was in Ardmore . -1 2264152 2264194 " These changes may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " the statement continued . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . -1 3261182 3261122 Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , played up the danger and stressed the very grave threat that Britons were under and urged vigilance . Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , repeated his warning that Britons were under threat and urged vigilance . -1 818465 818357 OPEC producers at a meeting on Wednesday are set to pressure independent oil exporters to contribute to the cartel 's next supply cut to allow for the return of Iraqi oil . OPEC this week is set to pressure independent exporters to back the cartel 's next supply cut to prevent the resumption of Iraqi exports undercutting oil prices . -1 378293 378333 The Democratic governor said the budget passed by the legislature May 9 would reduce or eliminate services to 5,800 developmentally disabled people . The governor said budget cuts in mental health care would cut services to 5,800 developmentally disabled Missourians . -1 629307 628981 " The lies and deceptions from Saddam have been well documented over 12 years . " It has been well documented over 12 years of lies and deception from Saddam . " -1 3082461 3082374 Microsoft Corp. this week is releasing the second in a line of seven Microsoft Office Solution Accelerators for its suite . Microsoft Monday released the second in a planned series of Solution Accelerators for its Office product lineup . -1 387804 388215 Analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech on Monday to a " sell " before the company released its statement on the colon-cancer research . Indeed , analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech yesterday to a " sell " before the company released its colon cancer news . -1 1269483 1269432 The four suspects are scheduled to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , said Philip Murgor , Kenya 's deputy public prosecutor . All four are expected to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , he said . -1 3326097 3326180 The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday ruled that an Ohio law banning a controversial late-term abortion method passes constitutional muster and the state can enforce it . An Ohio law that bans a controversial late-term abortion procedure is constitutionally acceptable and the state can enforce it , a federal appeals court ruled yesterday . -1 68094 68260 The case comes out of Illinois and involves a for-profit company called Telemarketing Associates Inc . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . -1 3434277 3434340 Christensen most recently served as VP of Microsoft 's mobile devices division . He most recently served as corporate vice president of Microsoft 's Mobile Devices Marketing Group . -1 2594744 2594823 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 22.25 points , or 2.23 percent , to 1,018.22 , based on the latest available figures . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . -1 3386410 3386438 The camp hosts summer religious retreats for children and other events year-round , according to its Web site . The Saint Sophia Camp hosts religious retreats for children during the summer months as well as other events year round , according to its Web site . -1 1904049 1904263 In Uganda , the Rev Jackson Turyagyenda , an Anglican spokesman , said his church was " very disappointed " . In Uganda , Anglican spokesman Jackson Turyagyenda said the church was " very disappointed " . -1 1697702 1697836 His family and friends said he had travelled to the region for a cultural visit . Family and friends of the west Belfast man insist he was in the West Bank on a " cultural visit " . -1 2878348 2878422 All of a sudden , its like a bullet went through them its like a state of shock . " All of a sudden , it 's like a bullet went through them - it 's like a state of shock . -1 1353348 1353192 On Monday during an annual biotechnology meeting in Washington , President Bush criticized Europe for aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . President Bush on Monday accused Europe of aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . -1 2689642 2689869 The union had not yet revealed which chain would be targeted . The union said it would reveal later which chain would be targeted . -0 1096757 1096224 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 11.98 points , or 0.72 percent , to 1,680.42 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . -1 1138564 1138655 Casteen has been under pressure from Gov. Mark R. Warner and other state officials to do whatever he could to protect Virginia Tech 's athletic viability . Virginia Gov. Mark R. Warner has been urging other state officials to do whatever they could to protect Virginia Tech 's interests . -0 780192 780120 Intel Corp. narrowed its second-quarter revenue forecast Thursday , saying sales of microprocessors were at the high end of normal while demand for communications chips remained soft . Intel Corp. , the world 's biggest semiconductor maker , narrowed its second-quarter sales forecast as demand for microprocessors is reaching the high end of the company 's expectations . -1 2250098 2250136 He met members of the nation 's biggest business lobby and was quoted as saying he wanted China to adopt flexible trade and foreign exchange policies . Japan 's business lobby quoted Snow as saying he wanted China to be flexible on its trade and foreign exchange policies . -1 2170844 2170942 The subject was scarcely mentioned in his campaign , or in the national security strategy that is his administration 's bible . The subject was scarcely mentioned in his 2000 campaign , or in his administration 's national security strategy . -0 2757181 2757320 " It is about a third of what I owe in the world , " he told reporters . It ain 't coming to me , but it 's only about a third of what I owe in the world . -0 512419 512189 The House barely had the necessary 100 members present for a quorum . A hundred House members are needed for a quorum . -1 3385872 3385842 The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for 10,410 pounds of beef slaughtered Dec. 9 at Vern 's Moses Lake Meat Co. in Moses Lake , Wash . The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for beef slaughtered along with the infected cow Dec. 9 at a meat company in Moses Lake , Wash . -1 2562801 2562827 " The SEC believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the commission said in the suit . " The commission 's staff believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the SEC said . -0 3037512 3037559 Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . -1 385625 385708 Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests where portions of projects meant to reduce the fire threat were tied up in appeals . Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests in areas where thinning projects had meant to reduce the fire threat , but were tied up in appeals , Bush said . -1 1830919 1830841 " Each institution helped Enron mislead its investors by characterizing what were essentially loan proceeds as cash from operating activities , " the SEC said in a statement . The SEC said each bank helped Enron mislead investors by characterizing " what were essentially loan proceeds " as cash from operating activities . -1 867760 867720 When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , Perez said the officers dragged him across the ground . When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , the officers dragged his paralyzed body across the ground , Perez said . -1 3214302 3214273 The MTA will not discuss the matter because of pending litigation . MTA spokeswoman Marisa Baldeo Sunday night declined to discuss the matter because of the pending litigation . -0 2961878 2961787 " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud , " prosecutor Samuel Buell told the Associated Press . " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud to manipulate the company 's earnings results , " Buell said . -1 3048783 3048746 It features clasped hands and a peace pipe overlapping a hatchet . Above the clasped hands is a tomahawk crossed by a peace pipe , signifying peace . -1 2565307 2565144 The industry 's largest association is urging its members not call the more than 50 million home and cellular numbers on the list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . -1 1720114 1720165 This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in children aged three and four . This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in 3- and 4-year-olds . -0 2419549 2419617 Dusty had battled kidney cancer for more than a year . Dusty had surgery for cancer in 2001 and had a kidney removed . -0 1018728 1018788 Shares of SCO closed at $ 10.93 , down 28 cents , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1836337 1836371 He presented the map at last week 's Sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . Feldman presented the most recent findings and the new map Friday at the sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . -0 2112937 2113133 " This is an easy case in my view and wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Judge Denny Chin scoffed . -0 1079378 1079355 Graham is expected to be nominated and elected to a second one-year term today and will deliver the presidential address . Later Tuesday , Graham was expected to be re-elected for a second one-year term . -0 1513800 1513827 The injured passenger at John Peter Smith Hospital died later Friday morning , Jones said . The injured passenger at John Peter Smith died later in the morning ; his name has not been released , Jones said . -1 3225824 3225676 Enter Miami Police Chief John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " who repeatedly classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorize and vandalize our city . " Enter the Miami police chief , John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " , who classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorise and vandalise our city " . -1 2254228 2254323 The weather service reported maximum sustained winds of nearly 105 miles an hour with stronger gusts . Maximum sustained winds were around 40 mph , with stronger gusts . -0 191501 191536 On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . -1 1467951 1467932 The updated products include Pylon Pro , Pylon Conduit , Pylon Anywhere , and Pylon Application Server . The new products on the desktop side include the latest versions of Pylon Conduit and Pylon Pro . -1 1476228 1476171 Malvo , 18 , will go on trial Nov. 10 for the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church , Va . Malvo , 18 , is charged in the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church . -0 2205262 2205241 No. 2 HP saw its Unix server sales dropped 3.6 percent to $ 1.36 billion . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . -1 550075 550083 Misfeldt agreed to pay $ US346,807 in allegedly ill-gotten gains and $ US111,595 in interest . Mr. Misfeldt agreed to surrender $ 346,807 in trading profits and $ 111,595 in interest . -0 612895 612938 Penn Traffic a week ago disclosed that it was considering filing for bankruptcy , among other options . That began on May 21 , after Penn Traffic announced it was considering bankruptcy . -1 673481 673708 The software giant announced at its company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas that two key products will enter customer testing . At the company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas , Microsoft executives will announce that two key products will enter customer testing this U.S. summer . -1 788914 789158 Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but Central Command sent hundreds who ran the war back home to Tampa , Florida . As Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but hundreds who ran the war have returned to the United States . -0 555526 555584 Quinn was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . -1 267 222 Tornadoes tore through Kansas , Missouri and other states in the Midwest , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . Tornadoes continue to tear across the U.S. Midwest after ripping through six states , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . -0 3355582 3355740 The magazine glorifies the soldiers but not necessarily the Bush administration , which put them in Iraq . The magazine glorifies soldiers but not the Bush administration for putting them in Iraq , calling troops the bright sharp instrument of a blunt policy . -1 939906 939937 The nation 's largest retailer has told its 100 top suppliers they have to start using electronic tags on all pallets of goods by Jan. 25 , 2005 . Wal-Mart has told its top 100 suppliers that they 'll need to have radio-frequency ID systems in place for tracking pallets of goods through the supply chain by Jan. 25 , 2005 . -0 689960 690081 Only New Jersey now bans holders of learners permits or intermediate licenses from using cell phones , pagers or other wireless devices while driving . In addition , the NTSB also recommended to NHTSA that state legislation be enacted to prohibit holders of learners permits and intermediate licenses from using mobile phones while driving . -0 124308 124218 State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the state Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , seemed perfectly happy to make it a political fight . State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , supports the Legislature 's budget plan . -0 2874558 2874449 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.7 per cent to 9,547.43 while the S & P 500 was 0.8 per cent weaker at 1,025.79 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > fell 44 points , or 0.46 percent , to 9,568 . -1 3285256 3285386 Its maker , MedImmune Inc . , based in Gaithersburg , made 4 million to 5 million doses this year . MedImmune Vaccines , the maker of FluMist , made between 4 million and 5 million doses this year . -0 246508 246576 Michael W. Stout , 56 , was named executive vice president and chief information officer . The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . -0 490035 490018 UBS Warburg added to pressure on tobacco stocks by downgrading Altria to neutral from buy based on valuation . UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . -1 872655 872435 JetBlue shares slipped nearly 5 percent Tuesday morning on the Nasdaq Stock Market in New York after the deal was announced . JetBlue shares fell $ 1.86 , or 5.4 percent , to $ 32.75 in late morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market after the deal was announced . -1 2505004 2504879 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade yesterday warned Australians to defer all nonessential travel to Indonesia because of reports of planned terrorist attacks . The Department of Foreign Affairs yesterday updated its travel warning on Indonesia , recommending all non-essential travel be deferred because of concerns that more terrorist attacks were planned . -1 279643 279573 " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now . " " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now , " he was quoted as saying . -1 2208492 2208543 The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . The University of Michigan plans to release a new undergraduate admissions policy Thursday after its acceptance requirements were rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court in June . -1 2252343 2252300 The only other person who had not been accounted for Sunday was a man from Fort Worth , Texas . Another person , a man from Fort Worth , Texas , also was missing . -0 1799420 1798978 And they ordered state troopers to prevent camera crews from filming Private Lynch outside her home . They ordered state troopers to close the roads leading to her home after her motorcade passed , to prevent camera crews from pursuing her . -0 896421 896361 Waksal , in a letter to the court , said : " I tore my family apart . In seeking leniency , Waksal apologized to the court , his employees and his family . -1 2410405 2410370 " There is nothing Rob Furst did in any way that was not abetted and approved by senior officials at Merrill Lynch . " " There is nothing that Rob Furst did that was not vetted and approved by senior individuals at Merrill . " -1 161728 161959 E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic ``paper ' ' for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications -- even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . -1 2112310 2112366 But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups tagged the state as deficient under the federal No Child Left Behind act . But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups , such as race , pushed the state onto the needs-improvement list under the federal No Child Left Behind Act . -1 498380 498314 Officials involved in the Howard project rejected the idea that it could harm black people . Officials involved in the Howard library rejected the idea of harming African-Americans . -0 921754 921808 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 12.64 points , or 1.28 percent , to 997.48 . The Standard & Poor 's Oil and Gas Exploration Index < .GSPOILP > was up 3.6 percent . -1 1418704 1418912 I felt like it was a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " Stanford said . " I thought it was going to be a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " she said . -0 1924472 1924385 Captain Robert Ramsey of the US 1st Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the building about 11am , and that one of the compound 's outer walls had collapsed . Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . -1 1125872 1125887 WORLD No. 2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused the Association of Tennis Professionals of malice , including an alleged attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . World No.2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused his professional peers of long-standing malice , including an attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . -1 1396925 1396739 Along with chipmaker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , IBM Corp. , Gateway Inc. and Nokia Corp. Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . -1 1171278 1171385 Express Scripts ESRX.O shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . -0 1559205 1559117 John Jacoby , the fire department 's battalion chief , arrived . Fire Chief John Jacoby arrived , joining Moriarty at the top of the embankment . -0 2562633 2562646 Benchmark Treasury 10-year notes gained 17 / 32 , yielding 4.015 percent . The benchmark 10-year note was recently down 17 / 32 , to yield 4.067 percent . -0 2453621 2453824 Nationwide , there have been 4,416 cases with 84 deaths , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 's Friday tally . This year there have been 4,416 confirmed cases of West Nile virus nationwide with 20 in Missouri , according to the Centers for Disease Control . -1 221459 221354 The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . Monday 's three-count indictment replaces a criminal complaint filed by prosecutors on April 23 . -1 2500731 2500631 Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal the ruling in state court and perhaps in U.S. District Court . Defense attorney William Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal Parrish 's ruling to a higher state court and perhaps U.S. District Court . -0 3092820 3093119 " There are a number of locations in our community , which are essentially vulnerable , " Mr Ruddock said . " There are a range of risks which are being seriously examined by competent authorities , " Mr Ruddock said . -1 835284 835420 At least 11 more cases in Indiana and three in Illinois are suspected . There ’ s also at least three suspected cases in Illinois and 11 in Indiana . -1 2652307 2652187 The high court will hear arguments Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . -1 1769142 1769127 Merck also on Monday affirmed plans to spin off Medco to shareholders in the third quarter . Merck plans to spin off all the shares of Medco to company shareholders in the third quarter . -0 3116919 3116804 Joining Stern and McEntee on stage was International Union of Painters and Allied Trades President James Williams . The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades endorsed Mr Dean several weeks ago . -1 3120430 3120204 At this writing , the fate of Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore hangs precariously in the hands of the states court of the judiciary . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . -0 612902 612936 Penn Traffic 's stock closed at 36 cents per share on Wednesday on Nasdaq , up two cents . Penn Traffic stock closed Wednesday at 36 cents , up 2 cents , or 6.2 percent , from Tuesday 's close . -1 3044479 3044664 They said they had concluded that the film failed " to present a balanced portrayal " of the Reagans . CBS said the show " does not present a balanced portrayal of the Reagans for CBS and its audience . -1 3085418 3085482 Its chief executive , Lawrence J. Lasser , resigned under pressure last Monday . On Monday , Putnam said chief executive Lawrence J. Lasser had resigned . -0 935356 935814 Rusch has also allowed five or more earned runs in each of his last three starts . Redman has allowed two earned runs or less in six of his nine starts . -0 191147 190926 Lacy 's last column , filed from the hospital , appeared in Friday 's editions . Lacy 's last column appeared in Friday 's edition of The Afro . -0 969268 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . -1 2293452 2293335 The weakness exists in the way that VBA looks at the properties of documents passed to it when the document is opened by a host application . The vulnerability exists in the way Microsoft 's Visual Basic for Applications checks document properties passed to it when a document is opened . -1 1469634 1469628 According to reports , Knight allegedly punched a parking attendant outside a Los Angeles nightclub . He was arrested last week for allegedly punching a parking attendant outside a nightclub in LA . -0 218865 218943 Parsons holds engineering degrees from the University of Mississippi and the University of Central Florida . He received a master 's in engineering management in 1991 from the University of Central Florida . -1 3264487 3264279 The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . The results are to be published in Wednesday 's issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association . -1 433401 433483 Others with such a status are Egypt , Israel , and Australia . Nations like Israel and Australia already have such status . -1 3215697 3215805 " But unfortunately we find that attacks on Iraqis have increased . " " But unfortunately we have found that attacks against Iraqis have increased , " he added . -0 862166 862139 The Bush administration said Monday it will propose a rule change allowing governors to seek exemptions from a policy blocking road-building in remote areas of national forests . The Bush administration wants to let governors seek exemptions from a ban on mining , drilling and logging in one-third of the national forests . -1 1334494 1334313 This Wednesday , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot day , June 25 , 1876 . Today , June 25 , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot June day in 1876 . -1 1605217 1605529 After 10 years of debate , the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . That 's about to change , now that the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . -1 129775 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 4.77 , or 0.5 percent , to 929.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . -0 683098 683086 The witness , a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant with criminal convictions for dishonesty , was paid 10,000 by the News of the World . The witness was a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant , who was paid by the News of the World , the court heard . -1 2841042 2841352 Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. Gerry Cashman appeared last evening at the home near Finch Ave. and Hwy . 404 . Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. Gerry Cashman appeared last night at the Finch Ave.-Hwy. 404 area home . -1 969653 969187 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . -1 2007775 2007675 " The day may come when courts properly can and should declare the ultimate sanction to be unconstitutional in all cases , " Wolf wrote . " The day may come , " Judge Wolf continued , " when a court properly can and should declare the ultimate sanction to be unconstitutional in all cases . -0 2760412 2760363 Excluding the charges , analysts , on average , expected a loss of 11 cents a share . Analysts polled by Thomson Financial First Call had been expected to see a loss of about 11 cents a share from continuing operations . -1 221084 221029 Montreal-based Bombardier 's Class B shares rose 6 Canadian cents to C $ 3.80 in Toronto on Friday . Bombardier 's class B shares were up 13 Canadian cents or 3.2 percent at C $ 3.93 on the Toronto Stock Exchange late Monday morning . -1 264040 263934 Snow made his comments to Reuters on Friday but they were embargoed until Tuesday . Snow 's interview was conducted on Friday but embargoed until Tuesday . -1 2672787 2672875 At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings in Gaithersburg , Md . , on Tuesday and Wednesday , with experts and activists lining up on each side . At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings next week , with experts and activists lining up on both sides . -1 283605 283688 The mock explosion , the first event in the drill , occurred in a car in industrial south Seattle . The mock explosion of a radioactive " dirty bomb , " the first event in the weeklong drill , occurred on several acres in the south Seattle industrial area . -0 58974 58799 He playfully chided the Senate 's " little bitty tax relief plan . " We don 't need a little bitty tax relief plan . -0 130088 130000 It closed Tuesday at its highest level since last June . On Tuesday , the S & P 500 rose to its highest since early December . -0 508365 508460 " The hard-core fans came out for Reloaded and then moved on , " says John Shaw of the box office tracking firm Movieline International . " The casting was a big key , " says John Shaw of box office firm Movieline International . -0 1219326 1219390 From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " Playwright George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? -1 1462783 1462738 Pollack said the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . -0 3256831 3256720 Prosecutors did an about-face in May and asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of Conner Peterson 's autopsy report favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . They asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of the autopsy report on Peterson 's unborn son that were favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . -1 2380347 2380299 In the latest top-level shuffle at CNN , Teya Ryan is leaving her post as general manager of U.S. programming , the network announced . In CNN 's latest move to rejuvenate ratings , the network has ousted Teya Ryan , general manager of U.S. programming . -1 1995575 1995509 " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told television reporters in Soweto . " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . -1 3225453 3225105 Judge Leroy Millette Jr. can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole when Muhammad is formally sentenced Feb. 12 , but Virginia judges rarely take such action . Though the judge can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole , experts say Virginia judges rarely take that opportunity . -0 1947223 1946989 With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old nuclear crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing is slated to visit South Korea from August 13 to 15 . With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing flies to Japan on Sunday en route to South Korea on August 13 . -0 1757283 1757308 So far , they have searched Pennsylvania , Ohio , Michigan , Illinois and Indiana , authorities in those state said . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . -0 1808889 1808862 Besides battling its sales slump , Siebel also has been sparring with some investors upset about huge stock option windfalls company managers have pocketed . Besides a sales slump , Siebel is sparring with some shareholders over management stock option windfalls . -1 1934804 1934970 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the team at New Mexico for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . " -0 261658 261770 Pascal Lamy , the EU ’ s Trade Commissioner , insisted : “ The EU ’ s regulatory system for GM goods authorisation is in line with WTO rules . " The EU regulatory system for GM authorisation is in line with WTO rules : it is clear , transparent and non-discriminatory . -1 1917209 1917198 Customers include Mitsubishi , Siemens , DBTel , Dell , HP , Palm , Philips , Sharp , and Sony . MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . -1 356719 356779 Mr Sahel said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-strong cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks on Saturday . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . -1 1097469 1097432 Boeing said the final agreement is expected to be signed during the next few weeks . The Korean Air deal is expected to be finalized " in the next several weeks , " Boeing spokesman Bob Saling said . -0 1383727 1383455 A cost analysis is under way , said Michael Rebell , CFE 's executive director . " We 're not looking for a Robin Hood remedy , " said Michael Rebell , the campaign 's executive director . -0 134822 134511 Bond bulls would like the Fed to recognize that risks are biased toward economic weakness . The Fed also said the risks to the economy were biased toward weakness . -0 1756866 1757157 In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit card theft . In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . -1 2410088 2410144 Five-year notes US5YT = RR rose 6 / 32 in price for a yield of 3.08 percent , down from 3.12 percent late on Tuesday . Five-year notes US5YT = RR added 2 / 32 to give a yield of 3.10 percent from 3.12 percent . -0 2226071 2226418 The women said those rape victims who did come forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgement , prompting most victims to remain silent . The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . -1 686191 686680 At least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday , police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement . Police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement that at least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday . -1 1506823 1506887 Lesser rewards of $ 15 million each were offered for the same information about his sons , Uday and Qusay . Similar rewards were offered for his two sons and lieutenants , Uday and Qusay . -1 610530 610589 " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient , " said Ari Fleischer , the White House press secretary . " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaeda are insufficient , " Fleischer said . -1 276517 276503 " They drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away , " he said on Sunday . " What they are doing right now is they drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away . -1 3365018 3364781 " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting , " said the foreman , Jim Wolfcale , a 41-year-old minister . Jim Wolfcale , the jury foreman and a minister , said , " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting . " -0 1693258 1693211 United hasn 't set a starting date for the unit , known within the Chicago-based company as Starfish . Starfish is United 's second attempt at a low-cost unit within the larger company . -1 3417159 3417350 Vial estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the pass through the Siskiyou Mountains was closed Sunday night . John Vial , district manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation , estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the Siskiyou Pass was closed Sunday night . -1 1312090 1312303 They said they only wanted to entertain people and win the best float prize and were fired for exercising their free-speech rights . They said they only wanted to be entertaining and win the a prize and were fired for exercising free-speech rights . -1 2548947 2548991 " This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " Nintendo R & D general manager Satoru Okada said in a statement . This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " said Satoru Okada , general manager of Nintendo 's research and engineering department . -1 885713 885612 " It is wasting both water and money , " Ortega said Tuesday . " It 's a waste of water and money , " said Adan Ortega , a Metropolitan vice president . -1 2501070 2501020 The United States says 1,882 Americans remain listed as missing in action and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War . America says 1,882 of its service personnel are listed as missing in action and unaccounted for . -1 596187 596162 Intel spokesman Dan Francisco said the chip maker is looking into the issue , but declined to elaborate . Intel spokesman Daniel Francisco said the company " is looking into the problem " identified by Nortel , but he declined to provide any details . -1 758885 758953 Feith said people have misconstrued the purpose of the small intelligence review team he assembled in October 2001 . Feith said critics have misrepresented the work of the special intelligence group he set up in October 2001 . -1 1037070 1037058 Also in the majority were Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day O 'Connor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day OConnor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen Breyer agreed with Souter . -1 3003058 3002971 Netanyahu and his advisers say the changes are necessary to permit Israel to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . -0 1200551 1200491 Treasuries were dragged lower on Friday as shorter-dated debt was roiled by conflicting reports on the likelihood of an aggressive easing in U.S. interest rates . Treasury prices slouched lower on Friday as conflicting messages on the prospects of an aggressive cut in U.S. interest rates left some investors nursing losses and a grudge . -0 699859 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 14.35 points , or 0.89 percent , at 1,617.91 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . -0 2388841 2388955 " What can I say to you ? " he told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . Mr. Powell told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . -1 2518638 2518552 But the Quartet is divided three-to-one , the United States against the rest , on the question of whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . But quartet members are divided 3-1 , the United States against the rest , on whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . -1 571573 572108 Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen told her she volunteered at Ground Zero after the attack . Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen claimed to have volunteered at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the attack . -1 1045708 1045746 The American women , who are defending champions , will play in Philadelphia on Sept . 25 and conclude group competition in Columbus on Sept . 28 . The U.S. women , who are defending champions , will play on Sept . 25 in Philadelphia and conclude group competition on Sept . 28 in Columbus , Ohio . -0 2548466 2548379 VeriSign introduced its Site Finder service on Sept . 15 . The battle around VeriSign " s three-week-old Site Finder service rages on . -1 356819 356952 When the bomb exploded at the Casa de España , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo . At the Casa de Espaa , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo when a bomb went off . -1 690579 690843 I 'm never going to forget this day . I am never going to forget this throughout my life . " -0 3285323 3285347 Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of a handful of companies that still make the flu vaccine . Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of the leading producers of the vaccine and one of a handful of companies that still make it . -1 893926 894135 The Labor Day race for Fontana has gained momentum since the series visited the Speedway for the Auto Club California 500 last April . The push to schedule a Labor Day race at California Speedway has gained momentum since the series visited the race track for the Auto Club California 500 in April . -1 2345492 2345576 To date , 152 communities and the legislatures of Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont have approved resolutions condemning the act . About 150 local governments , including those of Carrboro , Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont , have approved similar resolutions . -1 986604 986929 The warning was the most serious the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . It would be most serious warning since the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . -1 1055255 1054938 London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters : " We condemn this raid , which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable . " " We condemn this raid which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable , " London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters by telephone . -1 919802 919940 That comment undercut his remarks in an interview on Tuesday that the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . His comments diluted remarks reported in an interview on Tuesday saying the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . -0 1629440 1629411 The committee was appointed by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under orders from Congress . The public hearing is the second for the panel created by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under pressure from Congress . -1 13714 13893 In two weeks , he 'll probably send out Peace Rules in the Preakness . Frankel said Peace Rules will run in the Preakness Stakes on May 17 . -1 81231 81444 On Friday , the U.S. Department of Labour reported that the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . Those numbers showed the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . -1 1550449 1550546 At a press conference Thursday , the group claimed it had obtained 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , although the petitions have no legal effect . Opponents said they had 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , though those petitions would have no legal effect . -0 490013 490501 The American Stock Exchange biotech index .BTK surged 5 percent . The Philadelphia Stock Exchange 's semiconductor index .SOXX jumped 6.10 percent . -0 490006 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 164 points , or 1.91 percent , to 8,765.38 , brushing its highest levels since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . -0 3099585 3099597 The study also found that consumer goods advertisers continued to spend the most dollars online , representing 35 % of all Web advertising . In the second quarter , consumer advertisers continued to spend the most online , slightly increasing their share . -0 1588250 1588119 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index rose 3.42 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,007.84 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . -1 238217 238191 A fifth member of the " Lackawanna Six , " young Yemeni-American men accused of training at an al-Qaida terrorist camp , pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . A fifth member of an alleged terrorist sleeper cell in a Buffalo suburb pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . -0 2630841 2630710 Another big gainer was Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) , which shot 32 percent higher . Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . -0 2046155 2046135 " We are expending all available resources toward the investigation , " said Assistant U.S. Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counterterrorism prosecutor in Seattle . " We are aware of the situation , " said Assistant US Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counter-terrorism prosecutor in Seattle . -0 1390382 1390347 The impact of these shortages , U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday , " will touch virtually every American . " The U.S. administration cranked up concerns of impending natural gas shortages yesterday , a supply crunch that officials said " will touch virtually every American . " -1 332716 332382 The U.S. State Department travel warning said the threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya and includes Nairobi . " The threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya , including Nairobi , " it said . -1 240349 240386 Lawyers and others familiar with the federal investigation say it remains focused on Campbell , though prosecutors declined to discuss the probe . While federal prosecutors refuse to discuss the investigation , lawyers and others familiar with it say it remains focused on Campbell . -1 1462692 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its anti-discrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . -0 1536272 1536229 She was 26 then , and a friend tipped her to another position and told her whom to call . Westermayer was 26 then , and a friend and former manager who knew she was unhappy in her job tipped her to another position . -0 177077 176977 If successful , the " Muses-C " will be the first probe to make a two-way trip to an asteroid . If successful , it will be the first to bring back a rock sample from an asteroid , Kawaguchi said . -1 1042503 1042400 The first of those discussions is expected to get under way in the next three to five months . We hope to have the first of these discussions within the next three to five months . " -1 3098063 3098011 The support will come as a free software upgrade called WebVPN for current customers that have support contracts . The upgrade will be available as a free download for current customers with SmarNet support in January 2004 . -1 428383 428434 A bill that would have fully legalized marijuana for medical purposes in Connecticut was narrowly defeated in the House of Representatives on Wednesday . A move to legalize marijuana for medical use was defeated yesterday in the state House of Representatives , 79-64 . -1 2653985 2653948 Terri Schiavo , 39 , suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack 13 years ago . She suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack in 1990 . -0 1629891 1629387 I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brigadier General Taco Gilbert , the school 's former number two officer . I never blamed a victim , I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brig. Gen. Taco Gilbert , the school 's former No. 2 officer . -1 1157432 1157403 " If they want to replace 11i with PeopleSoft , now that would make sense . " To replace Oracle 11.9 with PeopleSoft--that would be a move that makes sense . " -0 1012647 1012032 Dixon was otherwise the class of the field at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . -1 1464799 1464834 Simon shares Tuesday closed up 42 cents , or about 1 percent , at $ 39.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . Simon Property 's shares rose 42 cents to $ 39.45 at the close of New York Stock Exchange trading Tuesday . -0 2333026 2333112 While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . The bomb exploded while authorities waited for a bomb squad to arrive . -1 1465159 1465425 Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2 1 / 2 servings . For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . -1 2762932 2763294 Sabri Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate yesterday on charges of violating U.S. arms-control laws . The elder Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate Wednesday on charges of violating U.S. arms control laws . -1 1686095 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . -1 1559232 1559136 Sliding down the ice , Moriarty and Carella hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . Sliding down the embankment , the two rescuers hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . -1 798702 798520 Waksal has pleaded guilty to securities fraud and is to be sentenced next week . Waksal pleaded guilty to insider trading charges last year , and he is scheduled to be sentenced June 10 . -1 495194 495219 But skeptics are concerned about the ease with which vendors can use these hardware-based security features to set digital rights management policies . But skeptics are concerned about the ease at which these hardware-based security features could be used to set digital rights management policies by vendors . -1 1144182 1144129 Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . In a news release Thursday , Strayhorn said this was the first time a comptroller rejected a budget . -1 615871 615961 The company added , " until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side . " " Until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side , " Lindows said in a statement . -1 1669281 1669232 U.S. Wireless restated its financial results when fraud was uncovered , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss to $ 17 million from $ 11 million . After the fraud was discovered , San Ramon-based U.S. Wireless restated its financial results , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss from $ 11.4 million to $ 17.7 million . -1 2250251 2250205 " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply , " said Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase . Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase , said " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply . " -0 1782592 1782249 The valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be collected and turned in to county election officials by Sept . 2 . To force a recall election of Davis , the valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be turned in to election officials . -0 3286327 3286227 But Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said : ' ' Mention the word prohibition and everyone knows what happened there . Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said it had greeted The Lancet 's call with " amusement and disbelief ' " . -1 1837885 1838251 Dotson was arrested July 21 after calling 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . Authorities picked up Dotson on July 21 after he called 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . -1 2833658 2833706 After his retirement , Foley served as assistant secretary of energy for defense programs under President Ronald Reagan . After retiring , he was appointed assistant secretary of energy for defense programs by then-President Ronald Reagan in 1985 . -1 2942579 2942542 Still , the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product , Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said . But Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " by regulators might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product . -1 1868647 1868598 According to Tuesday 's report , consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favourable than a month earlier . Consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favorable than last month . -1 1353352 1353193 Barbini said the union may reach a compromise with the United States but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry successfully fought here . Barbini said the EU may reach a compromise but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry has resisted . -1 3273136 3273222 " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said , asked to explain the flooding that keeps ravaging the southeast . " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said when asked to explain flooding that has ravaged this part of southeast France two years in succession . -0 1669253 1669208 Hilsenrath was also indicted on 33 counts of wire fraud , which each carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison , a $ 250,000 fine and restitution . Each of those counts carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine plus restitution . -0 2742787 2742873 Revenue rose 3.9 percent , to $ 1.63 billion from $ 1.57 billion . The McLean , Virginia-based company said newspaper revenue increased 5 percent to $ 1.46 billion . -1 3289371 3289359 In September , Hewlett-Packard signed a development and marketing deal with the company . Four months later it signed a joint marketing agreement with Hewlett-Packard Co . -1 2565078 2565463 Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . Under the law , telemarketers who call numbers on the list can be fined up to $ 11,000 for each violation . -1 1488446 1488424 AFTRA members approved the merger by a vote of 75.88 % to 24.12 % . AFTRA , on the other hand , approved the merger by a whopping 75 percent . -1 1716177 1716086 Two of them are on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . Begg and Abbasi feature on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . -1 1334303 1334069 The dead cavalry have been honored for more than a century with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . The dead cavalrymen are honored with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . -1 2338162 2337960 Under the new pricing scheme , Universal would lower its wholesale price on a CD to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . -1 2186854 2186909 They boy 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , 33 , said yesterday he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . Terrance 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Monday that he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . -1 368271 368005 The two companies said PowderJect 's strong U.S. position would complement Chiron 's European presence . PowderJect 's strong U.S. position will complement Chiron 's European presence , analysts said . -1 2141812 2141906 Higher courts have ruled that the tablets broke the constitutional separation of church and state . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . -0 747199 747455 The interest rate sensitive two year Schatz yield was down 5.8 basis points at 1.99 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . -1 2746767 2746373 It represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture . " " This case represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture , " Sekulow said . -0 1615615 1615714 The new sensor -- dubbed CANARY for ' ' cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields ' ' -- hijacks this natural process with two important changes . The team has named the sensor Canary , for cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields . -1 411079 411090 Started on Christmas Day in 1931 , the Met 's matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . Started on Christmas Day in 1931 with Humperdinck 's " Hansel and Gretel , " the Met matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . -1 1013865 1013870 Guidant said it will continue to ship the product and provide support to doctors and patients through October 2003 . Guidant officials said Monday that Menlo Park , Calif.-based Endovascular would continue to ship the device and provide support to patients until October . -0 2464935 2464876 The boy also sprayed the room full of retardant from fire extinguishers , which made it hard to see , the chief said . The boy fired once into a wall and sprayed the room with fire extinguishers , making it hard to see , the chief said . -1 649943 649933 Security experts are warning that a new mass-mailing worm is spreading widely across the Internet , sometimes posing as e-mail from the Microsoft founder . A new worm has been spreading rapidly across the Internet , sometimes pretending to be an e-mail from Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates , antivirus vendors said Monday . -0 496246 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment " . " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " -0 3428489 3428523 The U.S. Capitol was evacuated yesterday after authorities detected a possibly hazardous material in the basement of the Senate wing , Capitol Police said . U.S. Capitol Police evacuated the Capitol yesterday after a sensor detected a possible biohazard in the Senate wing , but authorities later said it was a false alarm . -1 2654547 2654508 Campaign officials said the moves may have been a source of some friction with Fowler . Aides to the general said Mr. Segal 's arrival could have been the source of friction with Mr. Fowler . -1 257477 257564 Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after an announcement Monday he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after the Devil Rays announced Monday night that he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . -1 3145536 3145276 He arrives later this week on the first state visit by a US President . Mr Bush arrives on Tuesday on the first state visit by an American President . -0 1454756 1454692 July 1st is the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to Chinese rule . The rally overshadowed ceremonies marking the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to China on 1 July 1997 . -0 3153528 3153666 The commission dropped charges that Patton improperly appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and that he improperly appointed Conner 's then-husband , Seth , to the Agriculture Development Board . Patton also appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and appointed Seth Conner to the Agriculture Development Board , the commission says . -1 2477153 2476767 The 2 1 / 2 -ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 3 : 49 p.m. Eastern time , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000-mph free-fall . The 2 1 / 2-ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 1 : 49 p.m. MDT , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000 mph free-fall . -1 1112041 1111843 Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that will consider the nomination , is a longtime friend . And Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that first will take up the nomination , is a longtime friend of Kempthorne 's . -1 811019 811055 If Senator Clinton does decide to run in 2008 , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . If Mrs Clinton does decide to contest the 2008 election , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . -1 629292 629319 People who have opposed these actions throughout are now trying to find fresh reasons to say this wasn 't the right thing to do . " " What is happening here is that people who have opposed this action throughout are trying to find fresh reasons why it was not the right thing to do . " -0 2439549 2439478 Intel sells the current top Pentium for US $ 637 in quantities of 1,000 . Intel 's current Pentium 4 chips have 512K bytes of cache . -1 3454292 3454318 Six Democrats are vying to succeed Jacques and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . Six Democrats and two Republicans are running for her seat and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . -0 1048282 1047920 The volatile mix could drag the session beyond the four days allotted by Bush , said Senate President Jim King . The Senate might support capping noneconomic damages beyond the $ 250,000 Gov. Jeb Bush proposes , said Senate President Jim King . -0 3389014 3388962 Reuters witnesses said many houses had been flattened and the city squares were packed with crying children and the homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . Reuters witnesses said public squares were packed with crying children and people left homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . -1 1685023 1684889 " Good cause has been clearly shown that such change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial , " Prince William County Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette Jr. wrote . Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette said it " has been clearly shown that such a change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial . " -0 710770 710508 John Hickenlooper had 65 percent of the vote to 35 percent for City Auditor Don Mares . Hickenlooper clobbered city Auditor Don Mares , 46 , in the Tuesday runoff . -1 1896884 1896872 EnCana also reaffirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . Looking ahead the company confirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . -0 1007185 1007100 New Line Cinema 's prequel comedy , " Dumb and Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd " opened with $ 11.1 million . The idiot-buddy prequel Dumb And Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd debuted at No. 6 , with $ 11.1 million . -1 2221840 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short or long lived , " he said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . -0 1787828 1787922 That compared with a year-earlier profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . -1 1381716 1381439 Chavez said investigators feel confident they 've got " at least one of the fires resolved in that regard . " Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez said investigators felt confident that with the arrests they had " at least one of the fires resolved . " -0 1840021 1839984 " We 've got quality players , " said Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon . There was some counterpunching out there , Manager Lloyd McClendon said . -1 1147505 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment , " Daschle wrote . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . -1 543533 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the vital rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . -1 2776610 2776662 Since it expanded its shipments to the United States , Hulett has captured a significant share of the U.S. market . Since Hulett dramatically expanded its shipments to the US in 2000 , it has captured a significant share of the US market . -0 163731 163980 China 's Health Ministry said five more people had died of Sars and a further 159 were infected . On Monday , China said nine more people had died from SARS and that 160 more were infected with the virus . -0 2090432 2090177 " The figures are becoming catastrophic , " said Dr. Patrick Pelloux , the president of the association of emergency room physicians . This is unacceptable , " said Patrick Pelloux , the president of France 's Association of Emergency Doctors . -1 1957071 1956989 This is a good day for Americas farmers , said Sen. Charles Grassley , an Iowa Republican , in reaction to the administration announcement . " This is a good day for America 's farmers , " said Sen. Charles Grassley , R-Iowa , in reaction to the administration announcement . -0 347461 347487 But the cancer society said its study had been misused . The American Cancer Society and several scientists said the study was flawed in several ways . -0 2637189 2637368 Russin did not comment ; his lawyer did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . His lawyer , a cousin , Basil Russin , did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . -1 1967667 1967588 " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later , " one senior officer said . One senior officer said : " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later . " -1 774657 774795 Tight media controls and the remote location of the northern village where the fighting broke out made it impossible to confirm what happened . Tight media controls and the remote location of the clash made it impossible to confirm what happened . -1 1117174 1117202 Several shots rang out in the darkness , but only one gator had been killed by 11 p.m. Several shots rang out Wednesday night , but no gators were killed then . -1 1725788 1725686 Sales of $ 21.6 billion , up 10 percent from $ 19.7 billion a year ago , were ahead of Wall Street 's estimate of $ 21.4 billion . Microsoft posted sales of $ 8.1 billion , up from $ 7.3 billion a year ago and ahead of analysts ' estimates of $ 7.9 billion . -1 2475398 2475319 Dr. Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . -0 1787709 1787780 Kodak said the PracticeWorks deal is expected to add about $ 215 million to its revenue in the first full year after the acquisition . The PracticeWorks acquisition is expected to add about $ 215 million to Kodak 's revenue in the first full year , be slightly dilutive through 2005 , and accretive thereafter . -0 2529576 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing the seriousness of the remaining problem . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . -1 758288 758197 The bill says that a woman who undergoes such an abortion couldn 't be prosecuted . A woman who underwent such an abortion could not be prosecuted under the bill . -0 3398909 3398631 International rescue workers are scouring flattened debris for survivors in Iran 's shattered ancient Silk Road city of Bam after a violent earthquake killed more than 20,000 people . International rescue workers hacked desperately through flattened debris for survivors and cemeteries overflowed in Iran 's ancient Silk Road city of Bam yesterday . -1 121939 122056 Unless their parents submit written objections , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and the minute of silence . Unless their parents submitted a written objection , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and moment of silence . -0 1401862 1401697 Shares of Allergan fell 14 cents to close at $ 78.12 on the New York Stock Exchange ( news - web sites ) . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 3333475 3333554 Scott McClellan , a White House spokesman , called the decision " troubling and flawed . " White House spokesman Scott McClellan called the Padilla ruling " troubling and flawed . -1 646343 646391 Team President Ken Sawyer told the Pittsburgh Post Gazette Sunday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . Team President Ken Sawyer said yesterday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . -0 3103374 3103410 Muhammad 's trial began Oct. 14 in nearby Virginia Beach . His trial was moved to Virginia Beach . -1 3422952 3422979 " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in Bering land-bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago , " Grayson said . " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in the Bering land bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago . " -0 224125 224096 The Nasdaq composite index added 30.46 points , or 2 percent , to 1,520.15 . The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 after gaining 30.46 yesterday . -1 1225768 1226304 Stanford ( 51-17 ) and Rice ( 57-12 ) will play for the national championship tonight . Rice ( 57-12 ) and Stanford ( 51-17 ) will meet in a winner-take-all matchup at 6 : 05 p.m. Monday . -1 786949 786522 Grassley and Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . -1 2515727 2515696 An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Said 's key political allies were Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders outside the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Professor Said 's principal political allies were among the Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders who have stood aside from the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . -1 2274833 2274855 " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . Speaking about the day before he was found dead , she said : " I was physically sick several times at this stage because he looked so desperate . -0 1639471 1639562 The Sunshine Group LTD represented the developers , The Related Companies and Apollo Real Estate Advisors LP , on the deal . The developers , The Related Cos. and Apollo Real Estate Advisors , hope sales top $ 1 billion . -1 2481631 2481756 The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , repeatedly has said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . -0 3085781 3085978 The attack seemed similar to others staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 . The attack seemed similar to attacks staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 , for which officials have also blamed al-Qaida . -0 1087225 1087091 The exotic animal trade is enormous , and it continues to spiral out of control . Some say the exotic animal trade is second only to the drug trade . -1 2254011 2254045 Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative that voters passed in 2000 , limits fund raising and spending by gubernatorial candidates . Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative passed by the voters in 2000 , limits fund-raising and spending by candidates for governor . -1 3035919 3035789 The 90-minute exchange in Boston took place at a debate focusing on the issues of interest to young people . The 90-minute exchange took place at a debate , focusing on the issues of interest to young people , broadcast live from Faneuil Hall in Boston . -0 1680943 1680914 He wounded a security guard and then fled , stabbing two passersby as he ran off along the promenade . He then stabbed two passersby as he fled along a promenade by the Mediterranean Sea . -0 2620044 2620063 Police believe Wilson shot Reynolds , then her mother once in the head before fatally turning the gun on herself . Police believe Wilson then shot Jennie Mae Robinson once in the head before turning the gun on herself . -1 922819 922554 The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) asked Congress today for additional authority to fight unwanted Internet spam , which now accounts for up to half of all e-mail traffic . The Federal Trade Commission asked Congress yesterday for broader powers to attack the rapidly growing problem of spam , which new studies show accounts for half of all e-mail traffic . -1 3283140 3283178 The companies , Chiron and Aventis Pasteur , together made about 80 million doses of the injected vaccine , which ordinarily would have been enough to meet U.S. demand . Chiron and Aventis Pasteur together made about 80 million doses , ordinarily enough for U.S. demand , The Associated Press reported . -1 3150044 3150089 The combined companies ' commercial and personal lines will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and will be based in Hartford , Conn . , Travelers ' current headquarters . The combined company 's commercial lines and personal lines business will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and based in Hartford , Connecticut . -1 3319098 3319119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dipped 6.62 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,917.67 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . -0 3059628 3059555 The government did not identify the taikonauts — a term coined from ‘ ‘ taikong , ’ ’ the Chinese word for space — who would travel on the second mission . The government did not identify the taikonauts -- a term coined from taikong , the Chinese word for space . -1 1463005 1463165 A Merrill Lynch spokesman said " we are pleased with the judge 's decision . " " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . -0 3185728 3185755 Among the workers , the researchers found short workers had worse hearing than expected for their age . " Short workers had worse hearing than expected by age -- three times more often than taller workers , " writes Barrenas . -1 1686168 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . -0 4142 4083 The body of one of the four teens , 17-year-old Max Guarino , was found April 25 in Long Island Sound . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . -1 1035681 1035633 The number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent , the FBI said . Still , the FBI said in the report released Monday , the number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent . -1 739972 740735 If he is successful in reaching a cease-fire , known as a " hudna , " Abbas will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one meeting in a month . If he is successful in reaching a so-called " hudna , " he will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one in a month . -1 2381709 2381590 Tail wagging , Abbey trotted on stage with Conway before a crowd of more than 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference at the Anaheim Convention Center . On Monday , Abbey trotted on stage , tail wagging , with Conway before a crowd of 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference . -0 953749 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.23 , or 2.8 percent , to $ 42.44 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -1 1967579 1967665 It warned that London , along with several other foreign cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . It warned that London , among a number of other cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . -1 889609 889733 The launch coincides with the JavaOne developers ' conference in San Francisco this week . The news also comes in conjunction with Suns annual JavaOne developers conference in San Francisco . -1 1079804 1079345 The meeting was scheduled to end Wednesday night , with attendees approving resolutions that express the denomination 's view on issues but that are not binding on churches . On Wednesday , attendees will vote on resolutions that express the Southern Baptist view on issues , but are not binding on individual churches . -1 2794042 2793971 He cut his rating for XL shares to " neutral " from " buy , " and said the shares " will not rebound quickly . " He cut his rating for XL shares from " buy " to " neutral " and said the shares would not " rebound quickly " . -1 1806953 1806923 Igen 's stock closed $ 4.70 or nearly 13.7 percent higher at $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq market . The company 's shares surged $ 4.70 , or 13.7 percent , to $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq Stock Market yesterday . -0 1967657 1967576 According to security sources , London Metropolitan Police Commissioner John Stevens placed his force on its highest state of alert last week following the warning . The Telegraph can reveal that Sir John Stevens , the Metropolitan Police Commissioner , placed his force on its highest alert last week . -1 438985 438751 " This has been a persistent problem that has not been solved , " investigation board member Steven Wallace said . " This was a persistent problem which has not been solved , mechanically and physically , " said board member Steven Wallace . -0 2527854 2527941 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 , after accounting for inflation . The same survey found the median household income rose by $ 51 , when accounting for inflation , to $ 43,057 . -1 3317425 3317361 Advanced Micro Devices said Fujitsu Siemens Computers is offering a high-end workstation based on AMD 's Opteron 200 Series . Fujitsu Siemens Computers on Tuesday made good on a promise to offer a workstation based on Advanced Micro Devices ' Opteron processor . -1 843200 843043 It will take time to oust die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq , Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday it will take time to locate die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq . -1 2453492 2453420 The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida became one of the first in the nation Saturday to officially reject the national denomination 's policies on homosexuality . The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida voted Saturday to repudiate a decision by the denomination 's national convention to confirm a gay man as bishop . -1 2248645 2248784 Ms Lanier 's first heart tumour was removed from the upper part of her heart in 1997 , returning in 1999 , in 2001 and again this year . Her first heart tumor was removed in 1997 in the upper part of her heart , but it returned in 1999 , 2001 , and again this year . -1 515763 515591 On May 22 , 2002 , a man walking his dog came across some of Levy 's bones in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . On May 22 , 2002 , the first of Levy 's weathered bones were found in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . -1 1322404 1322351 Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . But he said labor wanted other senators to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . -1 2057710 2057592 Both strain 121 and Pyrolobus belong to a branch on the tree of life known as the archaea . Both Strain 121 and Pyrolobus fumarii are members of the unusual life domain known as Archaea . -1 2467983 2467943 These days , even death penalty proponents in the Legislature say they are solidly outnumbered by opponents . These days , death-penalty backers in the legislature acknowledge that they are outnumbered . -1 374820 375390 At issue is the scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . At issue in yesterday 's case is a Washington state scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . -0 1953302 1953417 The biggest cut ordered was for Hanover Lloyds Insurance Co . -- 31 percent . The department ordered Hanover Insurance to cut its rates by 31 percent . -1 1465145 1464851 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the company . -0 258848 259011 Revenue plunged 19 percent to $ 2.07 billion from $ 2.56 billion in the year-earlier quarter . The company had revenue of $ 2.56 billion in the first quarter of 2002 . -0 869211 869467 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was up 4.83 points or 0.49 per cent to 980.76 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . -1 1881958 1882006 He told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Carlton Dotson , Dennehy ’ s former teammate , reportedly told FBI agents he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . -1 53570 53604 Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . -0 3102255 3102709 Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . Prosecutors called Durst a cold-blooded killer who shot Black to steal his identity . -1 1787626 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the person involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . -1 2986651 2987222 The Bush administration blames Hussein loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops for the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks . The Bush administration blames the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks on Saddam loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops . -0 1447877 1447624 The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . -1 2310787 2311604 " And the swagger of a president who says ' Bring ' em on ' does not bring our troops peace or safety . " And the swagger of a president saying `bring `em on ' will never bring peace , " Kerry said . -1 3020767 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , had been on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . -1 548865 548783 Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce more cuts to their valuations . Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce further cuts to the company 's value . -0 408890 408992 Acer said its Veriton 7600G incorporates the Intel 865G chipset and is priced starting at $ 949 . The Intel 865G chipset is priced at $ 44 with integrated software RAID , $ 41 without RAID . -1 1598630 1598710 The row intensified after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon said the government would go ahead with planned cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . The move came after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon announced the government would impose cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . -1 1380707 1380520 From Florida to Alaska , thousands of revelers vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . Thousands of revellers , celebrating the decision , vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . -1 739677 739938 The leader of Myanmar 's National League for Democracy won a 1990 election by a landslide but was never allowed to govern . Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won a landslide election in 1990 but has never been allowed to govern . -1 2759665 2759733 The Foundation said telephone support would cost $ 39.95 per incident . The group is also offering end user telephone support for $ 39.95 per incident . -1 701817 701797 It is the first major industrial plant for Leighton as project manager . It is the first major industrial plant project that Leighton has managed . -1 2830962 2830944 The settlement taking effect this week was reached less than two months after O 'Malley took the helm of the nation 's fourth-largest archdiocese . The $ 85 million agreement was reached in September , less than two months after Archbishop Sean O 'Malley took over as leader of the nation 's fourth-largest diocese . -1 523349 523357 But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and terror infrastructure must be dismantled . " But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and its infrastructure should be dismantled . " -0 2662088 2662047 It is priced at $ 5,995 for an unlimited number of users tapping into the single processor , or $ 195 per user with a minimum of five users . It is priced at $ 5,995 or $ 195 on a per user licensing plan with a minimum of five users . -1 3323113 3323175 The blast occurred at 5 a.m. in the capital 's Al-Bayaa district , police said . The 5 a.m. blast occurred in the city 's Al Bayaa district . -1 2613350 2613441 The report finds that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 compared with 5.1 percent in 1997 . In a special section on diabetes , the report notes that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 , compared to 5.1 percent in 1997 . -0 185364 185384 Omar 's brother , Zahid , and wife , Tahari , were arrested on May 2 in Derbyshire . Zahid and Paveen Sharif were arrested in Derbyshire and Tabassum , Mr Sharif 's wife , in Nottinghamshire , last Friday . -1 3045264 3045266 The company has 30 days to respond to the charges before the FCC makes a final ruling . AT & T has 30 days to respond to the charges before the F.C.C. issues a final order . -1 407798 407700 The study results were presented Tuesday at a meeting of the American Thoracic Society in Seattle , and will be published in this week 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . -0 557121 557022 Associated Press Writer Marc Humbert in Albany contributed to this report . Associated Press Writer Carolyn Thompson contributed to this report from Buffalo . -1 1112955 1112907 He said he thought he had hit a dog or a cat , or someone had thrown a rock at his car , the police said . The bishop told police he thought he had struck a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . -0 1568539 1568626 The audiotape aired last week by the Arab Al-Jazeera television network appears to be an effort to incite attacks . An audiotape aired last week by the Arab al-Jazeera television network may be the strongest evidence yet that Saddam survived the war . -1 123536 123665 The defense cannot appeal Roush 's ruling until after the trial . Defense lawyers cannot appeal the ruling until after trial , in the appellate courts . -1 1565915 1566255 Lovett 's father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement apologising for his son 's behaviour . The father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement through a family member Monday , apologizing for his son 's behavior . -0 1919416 1919692 " But HRT should not be used to prevent heart disease or any other chronic condition . " " The clear message is it should not be used to prevent cardiovascular disease , " Manson said . -1 1995534 1995506 Former South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu said Sunday he did not see what " all the fuss " was over appointing a gay bishop , but urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . South Africa 's Nobel laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu says he does not understand all the fuss about appointing a gay bishop , but he has urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . -0 1005521 1005318 Bridges is a retired Air Force major general and a former shuttle pilot . OKeefe called Bridges , a retired Air Force Major General , to ask him to switch centers on Wednesday . -0 377367 377251 You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. Reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or email lberman @ detnews.com. -1 1355539 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " said Gary Costley , Multifoods chairman and chief executive . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . -1 1793116 1793281 The study adds to the evidence that diet might affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that affects 4 million Americans . The research adds to the evidence that diet may affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that afflicts more than four million North Americans . -0 481930 481977 The CGT warned of prolonged industrial action unless Raffarin agreed . The large CGT union warned France of lengthy industrial action . -1 312707 312795 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Jordan said . " But they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " -1 3037352 3037382 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . -1 2002942 2003052 State air regulators and three automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . -0 2596071 2595722 " Spin and manipulative public relations and propaganda are not the answer , " it said . The report added that " spin " and manipulative public relations " are not the answer , " but that neither is avoiding the debate . -0 727262 727318 In comparison , 86 percent of Israeli Jews say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . But in Jordan and in the Palestinian Authority , only 1 percent of the Muslim population say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . -0 2788684 2788896 But they don ’ t realize that until it ’ s too late ( of course ) because they ’ re potential victims in a horror movie . But they don 't realize that until it 's too late ( of course ) because they 're potential victims . -1 2728244 2728420 Sales -- a figure watched closely as a barometer of health -- rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . -0 2028326 2028254 Doud was shot in the shoulder and underwent surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital , where he was listed in satisfactory condition . A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . -1 1315900 1315973 The third case involved contracts signed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . A separate case seeking to renegotiate contracts was filed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . -0 2777028 2776959 The three grocery chains were relying on store managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . -0 1029364 1029570 Merseyside police found the truck , without the books , the next morning about 20 miles from the warehouse . Police said they were checking a white articulated trailer truck found about 20 miles from the warehouse for forensic evidence . -1 2846992 2847045 The work appears in the Oct. 22 / 29 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . -1 2927334 2927592 The significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was China 's first space mission on October 15 . One of the significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was Chinas first space mission on Oct 15 . -1 2065497 2065458 ABC broadcast a special " World News Tonight " report out of Washington anchored by Ted Koppel . Partly as a result , ABC chose to broadcast its special report out of Washington with Ted Koppel as anchor . -1 617309 617115 Microsoft has identified the freely distributed Linux software as one of the biggest threats to its sales . The company has publicly identified Linux as one of its biggest competitive threats . -0 684924 684787 The indictment said he attended important meetings to plan the attacks , recruited fellow bombers and coordinated the operation . Samudra not present in Bangkok , the indictment said , but attended a series of meetings before the attacks , recruiting fellow bombers and coordinating the operation . -1 1978626 1978641 It also said it would reconsider its support for the 2003 show , which took place last month . The company added that it would reevaluate its commitment to the remaining New York show , which took place last month . -0 514453 514688 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell and the panel 's two other Republicans . -1 77428 77559 If no candidate wins 50 percent plus one in today 's election , the top two will meet in a runoff June 3 . If no candidate wins more than 50 percent of the vote , the top two vote-getters are headed to a runoff on June 3 . -0 996885 996809 LURD 's Ja 'neh also called for an interim government and the deployment of a U.S.-led Western peacekeeping force . The rebels are also calling for the deployment of a U.S.-led peacekeeping force . -1 2051961 2051879 The bomb exploded in Helmand province aboard a bus en route to the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to news agency reports . The bomb exploded in Helmand Province aboard a bus headed for the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to wire reports . -1 1351688 1351809 The UMass president has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 , just before federal indictments were handed down . The UMass president , who testified before a congressional committee last week , has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 . -0 437770 437729 Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three in the ninth and allowed only an infield single by Greg Norton . Closer Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three of the four batters he faced in the ninth . -0 126079 126035 The jury awarded TVT about $ 23 million in compensatory damages and roughly $ 108 million in punitive damages . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . -1 2201393 2201282 Air Commodore Pietsch said a 9-11 style aircraft suicide attack was the key concern . Air Commodore Dave Pietsch said the main concern was a September 11-style aircraft suicide attack . -1 116323 116276 " I don 't even worry about it anymore , " he said . " I don 't even worry about that anymore , " the 38-year-old center fielder said . -1 2521281 2521594 The report was sponsored by the Computer & Communications Industry Association ( CCIA ) . The paper was released by the Computer and Communications Industry Association in Washington . -0 3417339 3417404 Families stuck on the highway remained in their cars , and used their cell phones to call home . Families stuck on the highway were being urged to remain in their cars , and to use their cell phones only in case of emergency . -1 434568 434535 " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America , " Edwards said in a speech . " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America . " -1 2377832 2377802 " First , the target was not clear . . . we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " he said . In jihad , the target must be clear , meaning that we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " Imron said . -1 3035818 3035854 Sharpton nearly jumped out of his chair , saying , " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Jesse Jackson . " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Reverend ( Jesse ) Jackson , " he retorted . -0 2873368 2873529 The SharePoint Portal Server application , which facilitates teamwork , retails for $ 5,619 . Server software , however , costs thousands of dollars , such as SharePoint Portal Server , which retails for $ 5,619 . -1 2545785 2545843 Dogs , he said , are second only to humans in the thoroughness of medical understanding and research . He said that dogs are second only to humans in terms of being the subject of medical research . -1 145076 145052 The Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission have the final say . But the deal must get approval from the Federal Communications Commission and the Justice Department 's antitrust division . -1 1984954 1984531 " I really liked him and I still do , " Cohen Alon told the Herald yesterday . And I really liked him , and I still do . -0 763516 763636 Argentine Guillermo Coria and Netherlander Martin Verkerk are in the other half . The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . -1 2668998 2669030 Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia remembers how he and his friends used to have to sneak around the school yard to speak Spanish . Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia says when he was growing up , he wasn 't allowed to speak Spanish at school . -0 518131 518086 Hovan did not speak , but his lawyer , John Speranza , said his client " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone . Hovan " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone , defense attorney John Speranza said . -1 565760 566025 Microsoft will pay Time Warner AOL $ 750 million to settle an outstanding antitrust suit brought by Time Warner 's Netscape division . Microsoft on Thursday agreed to pay AOL Time Warner $ 750 million to settle AOL Time Warner 's private monopoly lawsuit against Microsoft . -1 2894616 2894706 Kollar-Kotelly has scheduled another antitrust settlement compliance hearing for January . The judge scheduled another oversight hearing for late January . -0 1312753 1312479 The House voted 425 to 2 to clear the bill , the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . The bill is among the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . -0 835299 835431 Monkeypox is usually found only in central and western Africa . Prairie dogs , usually found in southwestern and western states , aren ’ t indigenous to Wisconsin . -1 844505 844642 UN armored personnel carriers trained machine guns on Bunia 's main street but did not open fire . Uruguayan armoured personnel carriers trained mounted machine guns down Bunia 's empty main street , but they were under orders not to open fire . -1 1981956 1982170 National Breast Cancer Centre chief executive Professor Christine Ewan said it was too early to quantify the risk to women . National Breast Cancer Centre head Professor Christine Ewan said there was no need for panic . -0 2745060 2745022 For the fourth quarter , Intel expects revenue between $ 8.1 billion and $ 8.7 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . -1 2886878 2886843 In version 4.1 , a new web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning interface speeds up the flow of information between workstations and the server . Openexchange Server 4.1 includes a web-based distributed authoring and versioning ( WebDAV ) interface and Outlook connector to speed information flows . -0 3087072 3087103 The highest-paid Washington private-college president is Susan Resneck Pierce , who heads the University of Puget Sound . The highest-paid private-college president in Washington is University of Puget Sound President Susan Resneck Pierce at $ 314,160 , the Chronicle said . -1 2083179 2082970 At midnight , Erika was about 90 miles east of Brownsville and moving toward the west at about 20 mph , with sustained winds near 70 mph . Late Friday evening , forecasters said Erika was 130 miles east of Brownsville and tracking due west at 21 mph with sustained winds of about 70 mph . -0 329375 329403 Not counting energy prices , wholesale prices were down 0.9 percent . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . -0 968066 968428 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 31 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.16 percent -- another record low -- from 4.22 percent . The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . -1 3084952 3085078 Antonio Monteiro de Castro , 58 , currently director of the group ’ s Latin America & Caribbean operations , will become chief operating officer from the same date . BAT also said Antonio Monteiro de Castro , director for Latin America and the Caribbean , would become chief operating officer on January 1 , 2004 . -1 2349594 2349787 The government began on September 1 to add the word " Taiwan " in English to the cover of new passport , a decision slammed by Beijing . The government recently added the word ' Taiwan ' in English to the cover of its new passports , a move slammed by Beijing . -0 1626533 1626573 A floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , the ship took about five years to build . The Reagan , a floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , is the ninth Nimitz-class carrier to be built at the Newport News shipyard . -1 1463117 1462738 Pollack said yesterday the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . -1 1315492 1315639 The exam is a requirement for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 60 percent of students statewide failed it . The Regents math exam is required for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 63 percent of students statewide failed the exam . -1 1777874 1777965 Ms O 'Hare will take time off from studying history at New York University to be in Australia during October for national breast cancer awareness week . Ms O 'Hare , who has taken time out from studying history at New York University , will be in Australia throughout October in which is national breast cancer awareness week . -1 1666058 1666007 Hurricane Claudette moved toward the Texas coast on Tuesday and was expected to strengthen before making landfall later in the day , forecasters said . The US National Hurricane Center said the hurricane was heading toward the Texas coast and could strengthen before it hits land later in the day . -1 2942079 2942188 This led to the recovery of the 270-kilogram Cancuen altar , announced on Wednesday by the Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society . This led last month to the recovery of the 600-pound Cancun altar , Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society announced Wednesday . -0 2911079 2911055 A Royal Duty is based on his experiences with Diana , Princess of Wales and letters allegedly to and from her . The royal household was bracing itself for any more revelations in A Royal Duty , based on the former servant ’ s time with Diana , Princess of Wales . -1 2252321 2252356 " They were tossed around like feathers , " Gordon said . " The concrete barriers ( between lanes ) were being tossed around like feathers . " -1 3085068 3084951 BAT BATS.L also said Managing Director Paul Adams would step up to chief executive from January 1 , 2004 , to ease the transition . As part of the changes BAT said managing director , Paul Adams , 50 , would become chief executive from January 1 . -0 171555 171801 On May 1 , he crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff and walked some six miles down the canyon . He crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff , and walked some six miles down the canyon near Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah . -1 1661193 1661317 " Close co-operation between law-enforcement agencies and intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism , " Mr Howard said . Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . -1 246573 246510 Stout previously worked for General Electric subsidiary GE Capital Service Inc . , where he was vice president and chief technology and information officer . Stout comes to Sprint from GE Capital , where he served as chief technology and information officer . -1 870762 871347 Only one test , the effect on financial services , was deemed to be passed . Only the positive effect on the financial services industry was assured , he said . -1 257707 257757 Knight agreed to a two-year , $ 2.38 million contract that included a $ 300,000 signing bonus . ESPN reported that Knight 's two-year deal is worth $ 2.38 million , including a $ 300,000 signing bonus . -1 953312 953156 The prosecutor said the company knowingly underestimated to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) the number of safety complaints involving the device . They said the company knowingly underestimated to the FDA the number of safety complaints involving the device . -1 284891 284925 " We 're going to do everything in our power to get money back to ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Kennedy said . " There 's very strong interest in getting money back to the ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Commissioner Susan Kennedy said . -1 2898542 2898560 Officials said it will take lengthy testing to determine if all anthrax spores have been killed . Still , officials said it will take several more months of testing to determine whether the anthrax spores have been successfully killed . -0 2320045 2320003 Fletcher said he expects to have the support of lawmakers from agricultural states , many of whom are on the committee . He said he also expects to have the support of lawmakers from other agricultural states . -1 345686 345704 EDS said that it was " responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC " . EDS is " in the process of responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC , " the company said . -1 826455 826593 It is not clear whether the apology was written on the orders of Mr Blair or at Mr Campbell 's initiative . It is not clear whether the apology to Sir Richard - known as " C " - was written on the orders of the Prime Minister or on Mr Campbell 's own initiative . -0 1253180 1252657 The soldiers , from the 3rd Armored Cavalry , were hurt when their Humvee vehicle struck a mine in Hit . The pipeline exploded only a few hours after two U.S. soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry were wounded when their Humvee vehicle detonated a land mine in the same area . -0 35213 35151 Several protesters were injured by a speeding police van that drove through the crowd . Anger grew after a police van injured several protesters by speeding through the crowd . -0 864324 864534 Vice President Dick Cheney and Mississippi Republican gubernatorial candidate Haley Barbour acknowledge the cheering crowd . Vice President Dick Cheney says Mississippi Republican Haley Barbour would be a good governor because of his government and business savvy . -1 11190 10771 Trailing Arsenal by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak stretching back to Dec. 26 . Trailing the Londoners by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst league start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak starting Dec. 26 . -1 285785 285605 Deputies said the incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies received a phone call from a person requesting assistance regarding a domestic disturbance at 54346 Avenida Velasco . The incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies said they received a phone call requesting assistance with a domestic disturbance at the home in the 54-300 block of Avenida Velasco . -1 148095 147508 The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , fell 2.52 to 410.23 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , fell 1.40 , or 0.3 percent , to 408.83 . -0 3122257 3122360 In a mixture of ancient pagan and modern Christian rites , the villagers have staged a series of ceremonies hoping to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor . In a mixture of ancient Melanesian pagan and modern Christian ceremonies the people tried again to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor since that long-ago meal . -0 2854737 2854798 " We put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching process , probably later than we should have and now we 're just gaining incredible speed . " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . -1 1788267 1788246 Shares of Halliburton fell 71 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 21.59 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . Halliburton shares fell 54 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 21.76 a share in midday New York Stock Exchange trade . -1 1787481 1787517 He also recruited others to participate in the scheme by convincing them to receive fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered for himself . He also recruited other people to take delivery of fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered . -1 290525 290626 Goldman Sachs said : " We believe this is the right decision for the company , for its employees and for its creditors . " " We believe this is the right decision for the company ( Jinro ) , for its employees and for its creditors , " it said . -1 3176510 3176541 Allegiant shares rose $ 4 , or $ 17.2 percent , to $ 27.43 in Thursday morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Allegiant 's stock closed Wednesday at $ 23.40 , up 64 cents , in trading on the Nasdaq market . -1 2933867 2933700 Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , many arriving passengers in Atlanta will be fingerprinted and photographed . Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , inspectors will be fingerprinting and photographing many foreign passengers arriving in Atlanta . -0 1478535 1478869 Before it was removed , the site listed in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . Organizers established a Web site , http : / / defacerschallenge.com , listing in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . -1 3044424 3044562 In one scene from the film 's final script , Reagan says of AIDS patients , " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " In one scene the film showed Mr Reagan 's character saying of Aids patients : " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " -0 1347544 1347473 About 100 firefighters are in the bosque today , Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . " We were seconds away from having that happen , " Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . -1 1361614 1361440 The pill , which they call the " polypill , " would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering drug , three blood pressure-lowering drugs at half the standard dose and folic acid . The ingredients of such a polypill would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering statin , three blood pressure-lowering agents in half dose , and folic acid . -0 13578 14033 Peace Rules defeated Funny Cide in the Louisiana Derby . But neither he nor Peace Rules could keep Funny Cide from drawing away . -0 1200651 1200470 On Thursday , a Washington Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely , contrary to the Wall Street Journal 's line . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . -1 1735760 1735790 Laotian officials yesterday called on France , the former colonial power , to help the country find an alternative investor to EdF . Lao officials on Friday called on France , its former colonial ruler , to help the country find an alternative investor to replace EdF . -1 61262 61282 Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the largest-ever loss for a European bank last year . Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the loss last year , the largest ever for a European bank . -1 698772 698611 Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . -1 1542090 1541970 " It was a final test before delivering the missile to the armed forces . State radio said it was the last test before the missile was delivered to the armed forces . -1 498299 498366 The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases with particularly high rates among blacks like hypertension and diabetes . The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases that have a particularly high incidence among African-Americans , such as hypertension and diabetes . -1 2585334 2585405 To examine the uranium enrichment program -- ElBaradei 's priority -- the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . However , to verify Iran 's claims about its controversial uranium-enrichment program , the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . -1 3153726 3153980 She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . He followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . -1 1457907 1458152 Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said in a statement that he " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " -1 2696847 2696428 " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go , " said Limbaugh . This is what Limbaugh actually said about McNabb : " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go . -1 349050 349247 " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better , " said Rory Bruer , Sony head of distribution . " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better . " -1 278149 278365 " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time , " said Mekki . One villager , Ali Mekki , said : " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time . " -1 2268416 2268475 The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . The victim , who was not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital where he was pronounced dead . -1 1113724 1113757 Thursday , U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper will consider the second motion . U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper is to consider the motions Thursday . -0 3139461 3139649 If it 's a Bill Gates Comdex keynote , it must be time for new Tablet PCs . If it 's the Sunday night before Comdex , it must be time for yet another Bill Gates keynote . -1 821890 821901 The supercomputer is actually an eServer and storage system with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . It 's a cluster of 44 IBM servers with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . -1 543654 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . -0 3385929 3386168 Is it in the food supply ? " says David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . " It 's not zero , " said David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . -1 2190421 2190204 " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " said the administration , part of the Homeland Security Department . " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " they said . -1 3276667 3276656 Expenses are expected to be approximately $ 2.3 billion , at the high end of the previous expectation of $ 2.2-to- $ 2.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . -1 2999115 2999035 America has accused Syria of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters infiltrating through its eastern border into Iraq to attack U.S.-led coalition forces . US officials accuse regional states , particularly Syria , of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters from entering Iraq to attack US-led coalition forces . -1 2787374 2787403 Elwin Hermanson and the SaskParty would put the future of our Crown corporations — and our economy — at risk , ” the platform reads . Elwin Hermanson and the Sask . Party would put the future of our Crown corporations - and our economy - at risk . " -1 1695578 1695467 They also showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared with those children with milder forms of the disorder . Those children later diagnosed with the most severe autism showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared to those children with milder forms of the disorder . -1 2460509 2460489 Site Finder has been visited 65 million times since its introduction , Galvin said . Through Sunday , Sept . 21 , Site Finder has been visited over 65 million times by Internet users . -0 1346374 1346460 U.S. and European leaders pledged on Wednesday to work together to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons , presenting a united front after months of bitter acrimony over Iraq . Bush said U.S. and European Union leaders , at an annual Washington summit , agreed on the need to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons . -1 2624855 2624576 Djerejian said that in the last month Syria has taken steps in response to the pressure , such as relocating the militant group offices out of Damascus . Mr Djerejian said that in the past month Syria had taken some steps in response to the pressure , such as moving the militant group offices out of Damascus . -0 1200506 1200563 That took the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR down 9 / 32 , its yield rising to 3.37 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . That saw the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slip 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.36 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . -0 14510 14656 The index , which measures activity in the service sector , climbed to 50.7 last month from 47.9 in March . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . -1 780201 780408 Bryant previously said that hike had a greater impact on demand than officials expected . Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . -1 1485566 1485610 Agrawal said her research neither suggests nor indicates PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . -1 516921 516783 Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " -1 2077256 2077138 The Memory Stick Pro Duo card will be theoretically able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . It will theoretically be able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . -1 530791 530914 Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . Westfield also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . -1 3048226 3048303 These are real crimes that hurt a lot of people . " These are real crimes that disrupt the lives of real people , " Smith said . -0 3248482 3248436 Richard Miller remained hospitalized after undergoing a liver transplant , but his wife has recovered . Richard Miller , 57 , survived a lifesaving liver transplant but remains hospitalized . -1 1984638 1984518 Her lawyer Donald Levine told The Telegraph she had been offered $ US250,000 to tell her story exclusively to Australian TV . Mr Levine said she had been offered $ 400,000 to tell her story to an Australian TV network . -1 487692 487742 While rising consumer confidence is welcomed , it is not a component of gross domestic product , whereas new home sales are . While news on consumer confidence rising is welcomed , it is not a factor in determining gross domestic product whereas new home sales do . -1 2097223 2097332 Historians believe it was carrying 9 tons of gold coins aimed at buying the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . Historians believe that the 157-foot warship was carrying 9 tons of gold coins to buy the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . -1 378940 378851 Both markets rallied this past week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meetings on June 24-25 . Both markets rallied last week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meeting June 24 and 25 . -0 3113550 3113480 Dell 's OpenManage software includes Dell Update Packages with SMS to help automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches with a single tool . The update packages help " automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches using one tool , " which is unpleasantly vague . -0 1591549 1591599 His lawyer , Pamela MacKey , said Bryant expects to be completely exonerated . " Mr. Bryant is innocent and expects to be completely exonerated , " Mackey said in a statement . -0 2821916 2821902 " We are keeping an open mind , " said Sergeant Magee . Detective Sergeant Bernie Magee said police were keeping an open mind on the disappearance . -0 1353184 1353144 The conference , sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture , is focused on eliminating world hunger through genetically modified foods and other technologies . The conference was sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to discuss ways to end world hunger and poverty . -1 577969 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body ’ s own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . -0 2981951 2982021 During the hearing , Morales expressed " sincere regrets and remorse " for his actions . Morales , who pleaded guilty in July , expressed " sincere regret and remorse " for his crimes . -1 1918608 1918489 The Oct. 9 hearing date is two days after the Lakers open their pre-season with two games in Hawaii . Bryant 's hearing date falls two days after the Lakers open the preseason with two games in Hawaii . -1 1678050 1678502 A police spokesman confirmed : " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of the German authorities and the FBI , have arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany . " " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of German authorities and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have now arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany , " a police spokeswoman said . -1 2089107 2088980 US military officials say rotor wash from the helicopter might have blown down the banner . US officials said downward " rotor wash " generated by the hovering helicopter stripped the flag from the tower . -0 970568 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) today in a first-round game at Rosenblatt Stadium in Omaha , Neb . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . -1 2761996 2761977 The final report on the investigation could take as long as a year , Engleman said at a news briefing . Engleman said the final report on the investigation could take as long as a year . -0 2768371 2768323 Mr Colpin did not specify whether it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . Neither OLAF nor the Belgian prosecutors have specified if it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . -0 1040202 1040012 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 18 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.24 percent from 3.17 percent . -1 2939920 2939978 Doctors had planned to deliver him two weeks early , on or around November 14 . A Caesarean had originally been planned in mid- November , two weeks early . -1 1712236 1712278 The study indicated that men who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop prostate cancer . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . -1 1900937 1900992 The Portuguese weather service said Europe 's heatwave was caused by a mass of hot , dry air moving from the southeast . The heatwave was due to a mass of hot , dry air from the southeast , said Mario Almeida of Portugal 's weather service . -1 781865 781610 The other 24 members are split between representatives of the securities industry and so-called " public " board members . Of the 24 directors who are not exchange executives , half are representatives of the securities industry and half are designated public members . -1 2369029 2368997 Mr Alibek said : " Our outcomes are very encouraging . " Our outcomes are very encouraging , " George Mason researcher Ken Alibek said . -1 683153 682794 A spokesman said : " Since November , we have co-operated fully with the police . It added it had " co-operated fully " with police since November . -1 3085550 3085530 It indicates , Roberts said , " that terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " -1 1401043 1401108 The traditional Mediterranean diet puts the emphasis on vegetables , legumes , fruits , nuts , cereals and olive oil . The traditional Mediterranean diet contains many components , including a high intake of fruits and vegetables , nuts and cereals , and olive oil . -1 1077596 1077628 She and her husband left behind two sons : Robert , who was six , and Michael , who was 10 . The couple left behind two boys , Robert , 6 , and Michael , 10 . -1 619375 619005 Ultimately , she will earn more than the $ 900,000 that Kenny Perry got for winning the PGA Tour event . But she 'll earn more than the $ 900000 ( about R7.5-million ) Kenny Perry got for winning . -1 89798 89744 The rapper 's lawyer , Mark Gann , didn 't return calls for comment . The 27-year-old rapper 's attorney in the civil matter , Mark Gann , did not return calls for comment . -1 2529318 2529415 That triggered a 47-hour police standoff that inconvenienced thousands of commuters , as traffic backed up in Downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . -1 2879435 2879308 The news service reports wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 , according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 . -0 1438288 1438327 AirTran officials and a Boeing official declined to comment yesterday . Trish York , a spokeswoman for Boeing , declined to comment on the deal . -0 559882 559542 Agassi is not the only American man through to the third round . Harkleroad was one of five American women who advanced to the third round . -0 633887 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 to end at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . -1 779371 779429 The unemployment rate inched up one-tenth of a percentage point from April 's 6 percent to its highest since July 1994 . The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . -1 1603482 1603561 " She was very affectionate with them , " said Blossom Medley , who also looked after the children . " She loved them so much , " added Blossom Medley , who also looked after Johnson 's foster kids . -1 425212 425188 By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using DSL . In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . -0 2954386 2954372 Prof Sally Baldwin , 63 , from York , fell into a cavity which opened up when the structure collapsed at Tiburtina station , Italian railway officials said . Sally Baldwin , from York , was killed instantly when a walkway collapsed and she fell into the machinery at Tiburtina station . -0 2815702 2815560 Box cutters were used as a weapon by the Sept . 11 , 2001 , hijackers and have since been banned as carry-on items . Box cutters were the weapons used by the 19 hijackers in the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks . -1 1027439 1027131 " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives , " he said . Asked how his nation felt , he replied : " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives . " -1 1240329 1240365 From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. " From Justin to Kelly , " a romance starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , bombed with just $ 2.9 million , opening at No. 11 . -1 1440706 1440758 Veritas will also expand its storage resource management ( SRM ) suite with the Precise StorageCentral software , focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . The first product , StorageCentral , is entry-level storage resource management ( SRM ) software focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . -0 962147 962243 PeopleSoft 's board of directors has said it will meet soon to consider the Oracle offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . -1 369222 369272 The new servers will run either Linux or the x86 version of Solaris , he said . The servers can run Solaris x86 operating system or the standard Linux operating system . -1 2341131 2341082 A few miles further east is Tehuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . A few miles west are the pyramids of Teotihuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . -1 882056 882696 Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Dr Kelly 's resignation for his handling of allegedly sexually abusive priests . Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Archbishop Thomas Kelly 's resignation for his handling of the crisis . -0 3165117 3165201 U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 21 others , the military said . U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 99 others during 1,729 patrols and 25 raids conducted over 24 hours . -1 820929 820902 Both devices implement the v1.2 standard 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for new cordless telephony applications . BlueCore3 also implements v1.2 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for advanced cordless telephony applications for Bluetooth transmission . -1 1369208 1369178 The first time was in 1999 , when Bashir replaced the former leader of JI , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . The first time in 1999 was when Bashir replaced JI 's former leader , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . -1 1934435 1934584 Former roommate and teammate Carlton Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged with murder July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . -1 1721438 1721593 Three other fires in or near the park were contained on Wednesday . Two fires inside the park and one just outside the park were contained Wednesday afternoon . -0 149519 149417 " The integration is exceeding almost every expectation we set for ourselves , " Mr Roberts said on Thursday . It 's manageable , and the integration is exceeding " almost every expectation we set for ourselves . " -1 2656347 2656255 The Vatican devised a mini-lift to allow the pope to get on and off helicopters . The Vatican has devised a mini-lift to allow John Paul to board and descend from the helicopter without tackling stairs . -0 1230767 1230113 Chante Jawan Mallard , 27 , went on trial Monday , charged with first-degree murder . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . -1 2642526 2642629 Mr. Suen said this evening , after the ruling , that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . Michael Suen , the secretary for housing , planning and lands , said after the ruling that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . -1 2620066 2620048 Geraldine Andrews , the pastor 's daughter-in-law , said Robinson recently took her daughter out of a mental health facility . Geraldine Andrews , Reynolds ' daughter-in-law and a friend of Wilson 's family , said Robinson had recently taken Wilson out of a mental health facility . -1 2168028 2168289 Some psychiatrists , Dr. Lieberman among them , noted that other studies of S.S.R.I. ' s in children had also failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . Lieberman and other psychiatrists noted that other studies of SSRIs in children also have failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . -1 149566 149546 The CWA , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called that excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 a year . The Communications Workers Union , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called the executive pay package excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 annually . -1 2111185 2111269 In Montana , tensions were high yesterday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an " ugly " forecast : more dry lightning and windstorms . In Montana , tension was high Friday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an ``ugly ' ' forecast : more dry lightning and wind storms . -1 981498 981540 British Airways ' New York-to-London runs will end in October . British Airways plans to retire its seven Concordes at the end of October . -1 3201393 3200966 After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . Since posting a $ 3 million bond , Jackson has been keeping a low profile in Las Vegas , where he had been filming a music video . -1 1852060 1852172 Still , analysts said they were disappointed by the company 's 68 million pretax charge for weather-related and test failure costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . Analysts also said they were disappointed by the company 's $ 68 million pre-tax charge for weather-related and overhead costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . -1 409963 410012 In addition , UDDI will have to significantly be improved to handle those aspects of SOAs . Even then , UDDI will have to be improved to handle those features . -1 1247215 1247142 In fresh bloodshed last night , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the Gaza Strip , Palestinian witnesses and medics said . On Sunday , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the northern Gaza Strip . -0 722337 722091 Get it all out , " says Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm based in New York City . Innocent or not , " she 's damaged goods , " said Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm in New York . -0 2266280 2266483 Orange shares jumped as much as 15 percent . France Telecom shares dropped 3.6 percent while Orange surged 13 percent . -1 2706184 2706235 Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and shimmied down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . -1 809733 809493 They described the abductor as a Hispanic man in his 30s or early 40s , 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5 , weighing about 160 pounds . They described the intruder as being in his 30s to early 40s , from 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5-inches tall , weighing about 160 pounds . -0 453008 452999 According to Microsoft 's latest proxy report , Ballmer held nearly 471 million shares as of Sept . 9 , 2002 . Mr. Ballmer held a split-adjusted 470.9 million Microsoft shares as of Sept . 9 - second only to Chairman Bill Gates . -1 1007748 1007879 He said it was a movie " meant to inspire , not offend " . He said yesterday that the film is " meant to inspire , not offend . " -1 540236 539740 Bush plans to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and the new Palestinian prime minister , Mahmoud Abbas , in the Jordanian port of Aqaba on Wednesday . On Wednesday next week , Mr Bush will meet Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and new Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas in Aqaba , Jordan . -1 707997 708045 Ultimately , however , Mrs Clinton decided she still loved her husband – although " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . She says she stayed in the marriage because she still loved him , although , " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . -1 2673409 2673344 At 12 months there was still a difference in function , although it was not a significant one . At 12 months , there was still a difference between the groups , but it was not considered significant . -1 2201275 2201383 RAAF officers said yesterday a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter-bomber was positioned to intercept the intruder . Air Commodore Dave Pietsche said RAAF controllers had positioned a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter to prepare to intercept the aircraft . -1 2282250 2282509 They certainly reveal a very close relationship between Boeing and senior Washington officials . The e-mails reveal the close relationship between Boeing and the Air Force . -1 2405928 2405967 AMD made the announcement on Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . The Sunnyvale , Calif . , chipmaker announced its plans Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . -1 1605375 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . -0 2003690 2003706 Shortly after the opening bell , the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 11.13 to 9,228.48 , while the S & P 500 index gained 1.74 to 982.33 . After a weak start , the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the day up 26.26 to 9,217.35 , while the S & P 500 index rose 3 to 980.59 . -1 1441004 1441007 Shares of Corixa were gaining 71 cents , or 10 % , to $ 7.91 on the Nasdaq . In late-morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market , Corixa was up 74 cents , or 10 % , at $ 7.94 . -1 284939 284799 Small-business customers paying $ 1,200 to $ 3,200 a year could save $ 60 to $ 120 . Small-business customers paying between $ 1,200 and $ 3,200 a year would save between $ 60 and $ 120 per year , the commission estimated . -1 1755837 1755939 After the Houston event , Bush returned to his Crawford , Texas , ranch , where he will host Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . -1 356760 356779 The minister said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-member cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks in Casablanca on Friday night . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . -1 320900 321056 The WiFi potties were to be unveiled this summer , at music festivals in Britain . The world 's first portal potty was soon to be rolled out at summer festivals in Great Britain . -1 3130795 3130693 " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose -- of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger said during the benefit at the Fairmont Hotel . " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose - of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger quipped . -1 2077781 2077849 Dubbed Project Mad Hatter , the Linux-based desktop is being promoted by Sun as a more secure and less expensive alternative to Windows . Designed to compete with Microsoft Corp. , Project Mad Hatter is being positioned by Sun as a cheaper , secure alternative desktop operating system to Microsoft 's various desktop offerings . -1 1952593 1952523 " It was going to involve others , " said prosecutor Kenneth Karas at a Jan. 30 court hearing , reports the Associated Press . " It was going to involve others , " federal prosecutor Kenneth Karas said at a Jan. 30 court hearing , without further elaboration . -1 2570361 2570304 It was third time lucky for Hempleman-Adams , 46 , after two previous abandoned attempts to make ballooning history . It was third time lucky for the 46-year-old explorer who twice had to abandon attempts to make ballooning history . -1 813931 813905 In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom tonight had practically everything one might expect on one of a teenage girl 's most important nights . In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom had practically everything one might expect on one of the most important nights of a teenage girl 's year . -0 3270859 3270884 A federal grand jury indicted them on Tuesday ; the document was sealed until yesterday to allow authorities to make arrests . Federal officials said the document remained sealed until Thursday morning to allow authorities to make arrests in five Western states . -1 956229 956090 He has been at UCSD since 1991 and was appointed chancellor in 1996 , after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . -1 1236789 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close on Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . -1 1619243 1619310 She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until her death . She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . -0 2412316 2412239 " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , and tomorrow will come soon . " " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , " added the voice , which signed off giving the date as " mid-September . " -1 1039561 1039623 Former company chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . -0 921188 921278 In 2006 , the group says the market will rebound 29.6 percent to $ 21.3 billion in sales . In 2006 , Asia Pacific will report growth of 7.9 percent to $ 81.8 billion . -0 1692604 1692641 The commission estimates California lost $ 1.34 billion -- the most of any state -- to tax shelters in 2001 . The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . -0 2221620 2221675 Trading volume was light at 726.40 million shares , but above the 642.73 million exchanged at the same point Wednesday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . -0 130644 130623 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . Corixa 's stock barely flinched on the news , dipping 12 cents to close at $ 6.88 . -1 489705 489782 The plan is to convert half of its eight million local phone lines within the next six years . Sprint plans to move half of its 8 million local lines from hard-wired circuits to packet networks in the next six years . -0 15843 15795 It aims to end 31 months of violence in which at least 2,034 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed . At least 2,036 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed since the revolt began in September 2000 . -0 2028254 2028633 A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . A spokesman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was under evaluation Tuesday evening in the emergency room . -0 2498187 2497939 Halabi 's military attorney , Air Force Maj. James Key , denied the charges , which could carry a death penalty . The attorney representing al-Halabi , Air Force Maj. James Key III , denied the charges , according to The Associated Press . -0 2599788 2599821 The report by the independent expert committee aims to dissipate any suspicion about the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS crisis . A long awaited report on the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS outbreak has been released . -0 2920498 2920576 The new companies will begin trading on Nasdaq today under the ticker symbols PLMO and PSRC . Also as part of the deal , PalmSource stock will begin trading on the NASDAQ stock market Wednesday under the ticker symbol : PSRC . -0 1048581 1048632 There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , ' ' said Perry , whose parents are vacationing in North Carolina . " There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , " she said . -1 316726 316927 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . " They did not ... provide the security that we had requested , " Jordan said in a CBS interview . -1 1258198 1258286 Avery Dennison estimated second-quarter revenue between $ 1.2 billion and $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . The company estimated second-quarter revenue of $ 1.2 billion to $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . -1 2428146 2427840 Mehr said police had no way of knowing what Kilpatrick was shooting at when he fired his gun . Mehr said police had no way of knowing who or what Kilpatrick was shooting at with the single shot . -1 1569822 1569894 If Fortigel , a testosterone gel , had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , Mr. Juelis said . If Fortigel had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , said Richard Juelis , chief financial officer . -0 1703385 1703692 Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . Powell is serving time in a different case -- killing his landlady in 1982 . -1 2521033 2521063 But an agency employee lent the tape to a friend , who lent it to Mr. Gonzalez . An ad agency employee gave the copy to a friend , who passed the movie to Gonzalez , prosecutors said . -1 410868 410807 " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , " producer David E. Kelley said in a statement . " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , including Dylan , " Kelley said Monday . -0 2791651 2791603 The technology-packed Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dropped 37.78 points , or 1.94 percent , to 1,912.36 . The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . -0 3047564 3047513 Spinnaker employs roughly 83 people ; NetApp employs 2,400 . Spinnaker employs 83 people , most of whom are engineers . -0 2601132 2601055 The new analysis found that 32 of the 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer during about 5 years of follow-up . The new analysis found that 32 of 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer in about 5 1 / 2 years of follow-up , including 20 women taking hormones . -1 1014017 1013977 Prairie dogs sold as exotic pets are believed to have been infected in an Illinois pet shop by a Gambian giant rat imported from Africa . Prairie dogs are believed to have become infected in a pet shop through a Gambian rat imported from Africa . -0 443834 443762 Of 24 million phoned-in votes , 50.28 percent were for Studdard , putting him 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . Of the 24 million phone votes cast , Studdard was only 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . -0 3270881 3270858 Thirty-three of the 42 men had been arrested by Wednesday evening , said Daniel Bogden , U.S. attorney in Nevada . Thirty-four of the men have been arrested and the others are being sought , US Attorney Daniel Bogden said yesterday . -0 1114039 1114186 Hispanics , the fastest growing ethnic group in the US , have overtaken blacks to become the largest minority in the US , according to newly released government figures . Hispanics have officially overtaken African Americans as the largest minority group in the US , according to a report released by the US Census Bureau . -1 3017926 3017893 The events mark the latest twists in an unfolding scandal involving a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . The charges would mark the latest effort to crack down on a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . -1 2955842 2955810 The number of lung transplantations also increased from 30 to 64 , and the mean waiting time on the transplant list decreased from 290 days to 87 days . The number of lung transplants also increased from 30 to 64 and the average waiting time for a lung fell from 290 days to 87 days . -1 56110 56072 Advanced Micro Devices Inc . Tuesday introduced its Athlon MP 2800 + processor for entry-level one- and two-way servers and workstations . Advanced Micro Devices on Tuesday launched its newest Athlon chip for workstations and servers . -0 1907627 1907410 The University of Louisville also is auditing Shumaker 's expenses while he was president there . Shumaker was the president of the University of Louisville when he was hired by UT . -1 679656 679570 Though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo isn 't favored today . Even though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo cannot be favored in this match . -1 468109 467921 As a result of the decision , Brown said CareFirst subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and to international service providers . But if the trademark is withdrawn , subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and international service providers . -0 716590 716871 Delmon was 5 when Dmitri was drafted with the fourth pick by St. Louis in 1991 . Dmitri Young was the fourth overall selection by St. Louis in the 1991 draft . -0 2777839 2777963 " Tomorrow at the Mission Inn , I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California . " I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California , and I 'm looking forward to it . " -1 2629137 2629019 Then it temporarily retracts the hard drive 's read-write head until the system is stabilized again . When such acceleration occurs , the drive 's read / write head gets temporarily parked until the system is stabilised . -1 2081791 2081773 On Thursday , Long heard arguments from both sides . Judge Elizabeth Long heard arguments in the state case Thursday . -0 1958080 1958145 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 3.47 points , or 0.36 percent , to 977.59 . The tech-laden Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 8 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,645 . -0 58745 58542 In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 40.12 , or 0.5 percent , at 8,571.69 , having fallen 51 points Monday . In New York , the Dow Jones industrial average a gauge of 30 blue chip stocks was up 3.29 points or 0.04 per cent to 8,585.97 . -1 3281508 3281496 The poll shows Bill White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters -- Orlando Sanchez by 35 percent . The latest 11 News / Houston Chronicle Poll shows White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters , far ahead of Orlando Sanchez 's 35 percent . -1 545374 545445 The government recently shelved peace talks with the MILF , being brokered by Malaysia , after a string of attacks , including three bombings , on Mindanao . The government recently shelved peace talks being brokered by neighbouring Malaysia after a spate of attacks on Mindanao , including three deadly bombings , that it blamed on the MILF . -0 1784891 1785160 On Monday , Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . -1 424522 424409 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to those superannuation payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " he said . -0 1290541 1290505 They found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . About 24 percent of men who took the placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . -1 684555 684845 He is suspected of being a key figure in Jemaah Islamiyah , the al-Qa 'eda-linked terror group which has been blamed for the bombings . Samudra , 32 , is suspected of being a key figure in the al-Qaida-linked terror group Jemaah Islamiyah , which has been blamed for carrying out the bombings . -1 1473639 1473500 Mr. Day said that the consequences had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children shunned in their communities . He said the consequences of the rapes had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children they bore , who have been shunned in their communities . -1 1279777 1279864 The Conference Board reported its U.S. Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 83.5 in June from 83.6 in May . The consumer-confidence index came in at 83.5 in June , down slightly from a revised 83.6 in May , the Conference Board said . -1 1184765 1184312 A cul de sac with homes burned to the foundation was visible from above . A cul-de-sac with homes burned to their foundations was visible from above . -1 981820 981912 The billing mix-up , for between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after their legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . The bill , for somewhere between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after the couple 's legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . -1 547205 547289 His attorney said he is disputing the accusations through the securities dealers association 's hearing process . His attorney , Christopher Wilson , said Young is disputing the accusations through the NASD 's hearing process . -0 571179 571113 Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . Leading black Democrats in Congress and the national party are protesting the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at the party 's headquarters . -1 2664077 2664029 Douglas Robinson , a senior vice president of finance , will take over as chief financial officer on an interim basis . Douglas Robinson , CA senior vice president , finance , will fill the position in the interim . -1 394992 394815 United States State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said : ' It is our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference . " It 's our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference , " US State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said . -0 2984155 2984099 The same survey a month ago had Street leading Katz 42 percent to 34 percent , with 21 percent undecided . One month ago in the same poll , Katz was leading 46 to 40 percent . -0 3306046 3306134 A search for three missing teenagers uncovered at least two bodies buried beneath freshly poured concrete in the basement of a house , authorities said Wednesday . Authorities performed an autopsy Thursday on one of three bodies recovered from beneath a layer of freshly poured concrete in the basement of a northwest Indiana home . -1 2174189 2174194 Amazon also reported that the New York Attorney General 's office had settled civil fraud charges with one of the spoofers it identified . Amazon and the New York attorney general 's office have already settled with one of the alleged e-mail forgers . -1 1568536 1568623 In the latest violence , insurgents threw a bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing one soldier . Early Monday , insurgents threw a homemade bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing an American soldier . -1 2801973 2801930 Once converted , BayStar will own an aggregate of approximately 2.95 million shares of SCO common stock or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . The investment gives Larkspur , Calif.-based BayStar more than 2.9 million shares of SCO common stock , or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . -0 81715 81981 Worldwide , the disease has now infected 6,727 people in 30 countries and caused 478 deaths . The disease has infected 6,583 people in over two dozen countries , WHO said yesterday . -0 1669792 1669661 " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course and kill country-of-origin labeling , " said Daschle . " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course , " said Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle , of South Dakota . -1 3190205 3190131 Change will take time , but is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition , chief executive Bob Nardelli said . The change will take time , but Nardelli said it is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition . -1 773604 773629 The new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by Monday , according to security analysts . Security analysts said the new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by mid-afternoon on Monday . -1 2480969 2481007 If convicted of the spying charges , he could face the death penalty . The charges of espionage and aiding the enemy can carry the death penalty . -0 240528 240516 Lucas Goodrum , 21 , of Scottsville was arrested Sunday in the death of Katie Autry , of Pellville . Another Scottsville man , Lucas Goodrum , 21 , had been arrested early Sunday . -1 1481822 1482025 Ernst & Young admitted no wrongdoing with the settlement . Ernst & Young spokesman Kenneth Kerrigan said the firm admits no wrongdoing . -1 1246488 1246781 Police said they arrested a man on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorized entry . Mr Barschak was arrested on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorised entry . -1 1934785 1934804 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , had begun to read the Bible daily . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . -0 1351687 1351808 Bulger 's brother is now on the agency 's ' '10 Most Wanted ' ' list , sought in connection with 21 murders . Bulger 's brother , a former FBI informant , is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list . -0 50459 50553 Complicating the situation is the presence of battle-hardened Liberians who have been fighting on both sides . Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . -1 1462789 1463165 " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . -0 2635069 2635236 Her lawyer , M. H. Reese Norris , called the decision an injustice and promised to appeal . Scruggs refused to comment as she left the courthouse but her lawyer , Reese Norris , called the verdict an injustice . -1 1240334 1240329 " From Justin to Kelly , " starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with only $ 2.9 million . From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. -0 1227467 1227133 Looking to buy the latest Harry Potter ? Harry Potter 's latest wizard trick ? -1 2920398 2920337 " A more favorable job market was a major factor in the turnaround , " said Lynn Franco , Director of the Conference Board Consumer Research Center . An improving job market was a " major factor , " said Lynn Franco , director of the board 's consumer research center . -1 2941188 2941130 The veteran rock group 's four-disc DVD set , called Four Flicks and due Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's top sellers . The Stone 's Four Flicks DVD , set to be released Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's best sellers . -1 1091223 1091259 Compounding the pain for bonds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . Rubbing salt in the wounds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . -1 2697609 2697286 Her body was found at the foot of a back staircase in the couple 's expensive home in Durham . Kathleen Peterson 's body was found in December 2001 at the bottom of a staircase in the couple 's home . -0 126035 126126 TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . The damages included $ 24 million in compensatory damages and $ 52 million in punitive damages for IDJ . -1 2946090 2946111 The euro was at 126.38 / 43 yen little changed from its late U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.60 yen the same time on Tuesday . The euro was around 126.50 yen compared to its late Tuesday U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.30 yen in early Asian trade on Tuesday . -1 645274 645331 The loss ends the run of four straight Williams vs. Williams major finals , all won by Serena . The loss ends a run of four straight " Sister Slam " major finals — all won by Venus ' sister , Serena . -1 2209390 2209111 " It just seems like all the issues that we support , he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus of LULAC . " It just seems like all the issues that we support he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus , the league 's director of policy and legislation . -0 2628322 2628029 Mr. Heatley , who suffered a broken jaw and torn knee ligaments , faces several charges . Heatley underwent surgery Saturday for a broken jaw and an MRI found two torn ligaments in his right knee . -1 349046 349453 The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with The Matrix Revolutions . " Reloaded " is the second installment of a trilogy ; " The Matrix Revolutions " is slated for debut in November . -1 1068085 1068129 ONA explicitly stated that it did not receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist network was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " But at no stage did ONA receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " -0 123084 123108 The body 's hair , sources said , appeared to be blond with dark roots , the same as Aronov 's . The body had blond hair with dark roots , and was roughly the same height and build as the 5-foot-4 Ms. Aronov , the officials said . -1 1259362 1259583 The state wanted every insurer doing business in California to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing its license to operate in the state . The state wanted any insurer doing business there to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing their license to do business in the state . -0 2706322 2706237 Selenski descended down the wall and used the mattress to climb over razor wire . Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot razor wire , Fischi said . -1 2170889 2170991 It added that unless the problems are fixed , " the scene is set for another accident . " Without reform , " the scene is set for another accident " , the report warned . -0 53868 53892 Canadian officials have agreed to run a complementary threat response exercise . Canadian officials will participate through a command post exercise . -0 2964167 2964309 " There is the real potential for a secondary collapse , " Gov. James McGreevey said . The damaged area of the garage was not stable , with ``the real potential for a secondary collapse , ' ' McGreevey said . -1 1933212 1933374 Certain to give Democrats hope was Bush 's hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 percent to 38 percent . In a Bush hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 to 38 percent . -0 411629 411695 Oracle followed with 33.8 percent of the market and Microsoft came in third with an 18 percent share . IBM ranked second with 24 percent share there , and Microsoft ranked third . -1 2226542 2226520 Weather forecasters are sending out warnings for heavy rainfall that could wash out the tail end of the holiday weekend . Weather forecasters are warning of heavy rainfall that could wash out part of the holiday weekend . -0 3119581 3119343 " It seems to me ... we 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman , who heard the case without a jury . " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . -0 1733042 1733021 In addition , primary care trusts ( PCTs ) were given star ratings for the first time this year . Primary Care Trusts and Mental Health Trusts have also been formally rated for the first time this year . -1 1088238 1088210 Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected Kodak to earn 68 cents a share for the quarter . -1 1852616 1852984 For legal purposes , J.P. Morgan and Citigroup neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks did not admit or deny the SEC charges under the settlements . -1 1605335 1605485 Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day — a glazed doughnut has 4 grams — can increase health risks . Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day can increase the health risk . -1 1386850 1386805 During 2001 and 2002 , Morgenthau said , wire transfers from just four of Beacon Hill 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . -1 1627107 1626909 House Democrats are planning a series of town meetings throughout the nation this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . House Democrats plan town meetings this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . -0 1803308 1803320 Opponents of the ban also are planning a protest rally at City Hall tomorrow at 1 p.m. to coincide with the scheduled start of the state ban . In New York City , opponents of the ban are planning a protest rally at City Hall Thursday at 1 p.m. -0 2452454 2452645 He left the army for Syria where he received religious training . He moved to Syria , where he underwent further religious training in traditional Islamic beliefs . -0 3322356 3322132 He fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated and in an inferior position . Sen. Thurmond " never acknowledged his daughter and fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated . -1 3368666 3368628 Also Wednesday , a minibus detonated a roadside bomb in a Baghdad traffic tunnel , killing two people and wounding two others , hospital officials said . Also today , a bomb explosion in a Baghdad traffic tunnel killed one civilian and wounded two others , Iraqi police said . -1 2044580 2044599 Buchan responded by first noting that , in crafting the tax relief packages , " the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind . " " In crafting the tax relief packages , the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind , " Buchan said . -1 1245861 1245663 The Ottoman Dignity will carry the oil to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . The cargo was to be taken to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . -1 1944635 1944747 Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 as the bad news hit the US market . Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 , as the bad news from the Women 's Health Initiative hit the US market . -0 660825 660674 Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police used pepper spray and rubber bullets to disperse a downtown march and rally last night by activists protesting an annual police intelligence-training seminar . -1 2726905 2726864 According to SunnComm 's Peter Jacobs , " MediaMax performs exactly as ' advertised ' to the companies who purchased it . " MediaMax performs EXACTLY as " advertised " to the companies who purchased it , " Jacobs said in the statement . -0 1257767 1257817 Swartz , indicted in February , had argued that New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . Swartz had sought to have the charges dismissed , saying New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . -0 114526 114718 Batters faced : Sheets 28 , Vizcaino 2 , DeJean 4 , Clement 26 , Alfonseca 4 , Guthrie 2 , Farnsworth 4 . Batters faced : Franklin 25 , Kieschnick 7 , Foster 2 , Leskanic 3 , DeJean 4 , Prior 28 , Alfonseca 2 , Guthrie 2 , Cruz 7 , Remlinger 6 . -0 1678501 1678046 Police launched an international hunt for Shevaun Pennington after she ran away with 31-year-old Toby Studabaker Saturday . Shevaun Pennington disappeared on Saturday morning after arranging to meet 31-year-old Toby Studabaker . -1 2664285 2664187 Then , suddenly , the ONS reported a fresh 0.6 per cent slump in manufacturing output . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . -1 105896 105906 Qantas issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks yesterday , as the airline warned of more job cuts owing to the ongoing impact of SARS on passenger demand . Qantas yesterday issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks and warned of more job cuts as the continuing affect of the SARS scourge took its toll on passenger demand . -1 1088243 1088213 The company said industrywide sales of consumer film in China during April and May were nearly half of the amount sold during the same two months a year ago . It said sales of film in China during April and May were about half the amount sold in the year-ago period . -0 142836 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach had been carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . -0 3323324 3323339 A Chinese court yesterday jailed two people for life and imprisoned 12 others for organising a sex party involving hundreds of Japanese tourists . A court in southern China yesterday jailed two people for life for organising a three-day sexual romp with hundreds of prostitutes by visiting employees of a Japanese company . -1 832965 832995 It 's one of the nicer rounds I have ever played and the best chance I have ever had of a 59 . " " That 's one of the nicer rounds I 've ever played , and the best chance I 've ever had for a 59 . -0 1447826 1447877 The nurse , age 51 , worked at North York General Hospital . The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . -1 3333313 3333230 Mr. Mask said Mr. Cullen would be taken from the Somerset County Jail by Thursday and moved to the Ann Klein Forensic Hospital just outside Trenton for psychiatric care . Charles Cullen , 43 , was transferred from the Somerset County Jail in Somerville to the Anne Klein Forensic Center , a 150-bed psychiatric treatment facility in Trenton . -1 2695490 2695609 Ohmer ruled the law warranted further review by the Missouri Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . Circuit Judge Steven Ohmer ruled Friday that the law needed a further review by the state Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . -1 1602901 1602885 Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with three sham marriages , is also charged with perjury and filing a false instrument . Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with perjury and filing a false instrument in three marriage applications . -1 2829255 2829229 Muhammad and Malvo , 18 , are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . -1 899514 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy in Bangkok , were among those targeted , " the Singapore statement said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . -1 1911842 1911799 A company spokesman declined to comment further Wednesday , and a Redding Medical Center official didn 't immediately return telephone calls . A Tenet spokesman declined to comment Wednesday and a Redding Medical Center official did not return telephone calls seeking comment . -1 459103 458744 The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . Such was the case Thursday night when the Cleveland Cavaliers won the " LeBron James Lottery , " otherwise known as the NBA draft lottery . -1 2130737 2130858 The organizers of the University Games , which began Thursday , were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to this week 's summit . The organizers of the University Games were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to a crucial summit in Beijing this week . -1 3048010 3047982 " Intel will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law , " he added . Intel said it will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law ( define ) . -1 2046632 2046642 Arthur Benson , attorney for the case 's plaintiff schoolchildren , said he will appeal . An attorney for plaintiff schoolchildren said he plans to appeal . -1 1501926 1502095 He explained that he found Antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 as a post-doctoral research assistant at England 's University of Bristol . He explained that he found antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 while a post-doctoral research assistant at Bristol University in Britain . -0 142840 142678 The bodies of some of the dead , pulled out from under the train , were laid out beside the tracks while emergency services brought in wooden coffins . The bodies of many of the dead , pulled from under the partially derailed train , were laid out by the tracks awaiting identification . -0 46041 45722 " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " he told a packed courtroom during a 45-minute address . " I had no direct interest , and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the operation damaged the state , " Mr. Berlusconi said . -1 529550 529500 The Winston-Salem , North Carolina company opened six stores during the quarter , bringing the total to 282 . Six new Krispy Kreme stores were opened in the first quarter , bringing the total number of stores to 282 . -1 1110096 1110150 Such a step could put the issue before the UN Security Council . The matter could then be sent to the U.N. Security Council . -0 2117310 2117248 Besides Hampton and Newport News , the grant funds water testing in Yorktown , King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . The grant also funds beach testing in King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . -1 762905 763220 Kim Clijsters reached the French Open final for the second time , benefiting from a little luck Thursday to erase a set point and beating unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . Kim Clijsters also reached the French Open final on Thursday benefiting from a little luck to erase a set point and beat unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . -0 127941 127710 However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution and due to the substantial price efforts made " . However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution . " -1 1953419 1953301 The department ordered an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds and a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds . The department ordered a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds , the state 's largest insurer , and an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds , the third-largest . -1 3325149 3325204 The study was published Thursday in The New England Journal of Medicine ( news - web sites ) . The study was published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . -0 472552 472962 On Tuesday , the Nikkei Average dropped 107.08 points , or 1.3 percent , to close at 8,120.24 . The Nikkei Average closed up 42.56 points , or half a percent , at 8,227.32 . -0 147757 147507 Volume was moderate at 827.68 million shares , up from 798.95 million at the same point Tuesday . Volume came to 439.66 million shares , below 450.39 million at the same point Wednesday . -1 2557333 2557303 A magnitude 8 quake hit the area Friday , setting off a fire in another tank that consumed 188,700 barrels , of crude oil . The magnitude 8 earthquake last Friday gutted another tank , consuming 188,700 barrels of crude oil . -1 1353340 1353186 " The European Union is basically absent , " said Tito Barbini , regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy . Tito Barbini , a regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy , criticized the absence Tuesday in Sacramento . -0 327386 327471 The drop in core wholesale prices in April reflected falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boy 's clothes and cigarettes . That was the biggest drop since August 1993 and stemmed from falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boys ' clothes and cigarettes . -1 1662147 1661890 Yunos allegedly prepared the bombs ' wiring while Al-Ghozi reportedly admitted preparing the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packing the explosives , the prosecutors said . Yunos prepared the bombs ' wiring , and Ghozi admitted that he prepared the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packed the explosives , the prosecutors said . -1 566629 566455 Veteran entertainer Bob Hope celebrates his 100th birthday - and many years in showbusiness - on Thursday . Hollywood and the world are gearing up to celebrate legendary entertainer Bob Hope 's 100th birthday on Thursday . -0 919471 919609 Iraq is selling about 10 million barrels of oil that 's currently in storage . Before the war began in March , Iraq pumped about 2.1 million barrels a day . -1 3124187 3124365 A 114-year-old Japanese woman who had assumed the title of the world 's oldest person last month died Thursday , a spokesperson for Hiroshima city said . A 114-year-old Japanese woman who just weeks ago assumed the title of the world 's oldest person died today , a Hiroshima official said . -0 243889 244032 So was Edie Falco , the critically praised co-star of " Frankie and Johnny . " Edie Falco was not nominated for " Frankie and Johnny . " -1 1118215 1118016 All 180,000 DHS employees soon will receive a lapel pin and personalized certificate bearing the seal , DHS said . All 180,000 DHS employees will soon receive a DHS lapel pin and a personalized DHS certificate . -1 2800415 2800348 Althardt said there was no indication that any of the sick children needed to be hospitalized . The sick children have been staying home and Althardt said there was no indication any had needed to be hospitalized . -0 2892951 2893002 Hatab suffered a broken hyoid bone , a U-shaped bone that supports the tongue . Hatab suffered broken ribs and a broken hyoid bone , according to Rawson , who is at Camp Pendleton . -1 1915787 1915766 Until now , sales of the entertainment-oriented PCs have been limited to the United States , Canada and Korea . The computers are currently sold in Canada , the United States , and Korea . -0 1629043 1629019 A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . The federal standard for ozone is 0.12 parts per million . -0 1590795 1590946 A Global Crossing spokeswoman and a Pentagon spokesman declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . -1 2112314 2112367 State Education Commissioner Kent King said Wednesday that the scores on the Missouri Assessment Program tests disappointed him . Missouri Education Commissioner Kent King said he was disappointed by the scores . -1 2339033 2338985 His mother contacted the Federal Public Defender 's office in Sacramento , which has agreed to handle his surrender , she says . His family approached the federal defender 's office in Sacramento Friday about arranging his surrender . -0 1732321 1732340 A $ 50 million plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open was offered Tuesday under proposed funding from state officials . Leaders from the city of Detroit , Wayne County and the Detroit Medical Center must still approve a financial plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open . -1 262371 262926 Dean aides estimated the plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually , and Dean said he would pay for it by eliminating portions of Bush 's tax cuts . Dean said his plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually -- to be paid for by eliminating some of Bush 's tax cuts . -1 3385862 3385839 Meanwhile , Harrison said , investigators were working through the holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply . Investigators worked through the Christmas holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply , Harrison said . -0 1346613 1346701 Added Mr. Prodi : " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strengths and our weakness . " " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strength and our weakness and the reality of the world . -1 2573431 2573609 A jury convicted rapper C-Murder , also known as Corey Miller , of second-degree murder Tuesday night in the shooting death of a 16-year-old in a Jefferson Parish nightclub . Rapper C-Murder has been convicted of second-degree murder , a crime that carries an automatic life sentence , in the shooting death of a 16-year-old inside a Jefferson Parish nightclub . -1 2024850 2024797 Consolidated operating income for the fourth quarter was $ 570 million , up 26 % from the $ 452 million reported a year ago . Operating income rose 26 percent to $ 570 million from $ 452 million in the same period a year ago . -1 1559185 1559091 He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold , Moriarty thought . From the top of the embankment , Moriarty thought , " He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold . " -0 946033 946019 Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . Baz Luhrmann admitted it was a risk , and now the Australian director 's Broadway version of La Boheme will close on June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run . -0 2851764 2851723 FRIENDS of Robert De Niro yesterday rallied around him after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer . Hollywood actor Robert De Niro has been diagnosed with prostate cancer , his spokesman said today . -0 269572 269547 Consumer groups are against the changes , saying they hurt individuality in markets . Consumer groups oppose the changes , saying they would concentrate too many outlets in too few media empires . -1 303693 303371 The bodies of 17 undocumented immigrants who suffocated in a stifling trailer were discovered yesterday at a south Texas truck stop where smugglers had abandoned them . The bodies of 18 illegal Mexican immigrants who died from suffocation and heat exhaustion were discovered on Wednesday in a packed tractor trailer abandoned at a rest stop . -1 2304383 2304361 If convicted of violating the Truth in Domain Names Act , Zuccarini could face up to four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted under the new law , Zuccarini faces a maximum of four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . -1 913945 914112 Dewhurst 's proposal calls for an abrupt end to the controversial " Robin Hood " plan for school finance . The committee would propose a replacement for the " Robin Hood " school finance system . -0 956497 956090 Dynes came to UC San Diego in 1991 after 22 years as a physicist with AT & T Bell Labs . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . -1 1106208 1106294 Lawmakers at the closed-door hearing focused on the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's chemical , biological and nuclear weapons programs . Lawmakers on the House panel will question intelligence analysts at the closed-door hearing about the factors that went into compiling the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's weapons programs . -1 897291 897348 This left the Eurotop 300 benchmark about six points off its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . The left the Eurotop 300 benchmark trading just short of its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . -1 3123765 3123720 One of the 14 Kurds pointed at the word " refugee " in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . -0 448135 448055 The military said it had killed 12 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , for the loss of six soldiers wounded . The military said it had killed 16 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , with one soldier killed and six wounded . -1 1928336 1928826 Last year , he made his first foray into public politics , running a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . Last year , he ran a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . -0 2182439 2182561 Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police officer J.D. Tambe told Reuters , adding 26 of the dead were women . Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police official J.D. Tambe told Reuters . -1 757743 757631 Two convicted killers and another inmate escaped from a state prison on a busy street Wednesday by cutting through a fence , a Corrections Department official said . A convicted killer and two other inmates cut through two fences topped with razor wire and escaped from a state prison on a busy street . -1 3266495 3266390 The court case does not include another rule , which also took effect Nov. 29 , that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . The court case does not involve another rule that that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . -1 1958110 1958079 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 47.9 points , or 0.52 percent , to 9,174.35 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . -1 2124663 2124696 Mitchell Garabedian , an attorney representing many young men who have claimed they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of the jail death . Attorney Mitchell Garabedian , who represents many young men who say they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of Geoghan 's death . -0 238742 238426 Leung faces a sentence of up to 50 years if convicted on all counts . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . -1 1048572 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several families who had hiked up hillsides ahead of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . -1 952419 952394 The company posted a profit of $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents per share , in the year-ago period . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . -1 3249177 3249070 Both sets of findings were presented Dec. 1 at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . -0 246753 246806 Murdoch 's family owns about 30 percent of News Corp. shares . The shares had risen about 16 percent in the past year . -0 2872719 2872536 Duque arrived with Foale and Kaleri but will return to Earth with Lu and Malenchenko . Duque will return with Lu and Russia 's Yuri Malenchenko when they leave the station next week . -0 2257636 2257745 The talks , the first involving Washington and Pyongyang since April , had their share of fireworks . The talks were the first meeting between US and North Korean negotiators since this April . -0 2565147 2565176 The confusion capped a tumultuous week for the list , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . -0 1952940 1953062 The blaze then spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them . The fire spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them as deputies held back firefighters . -1 511204 510624 Among those waiting a turn was Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. , anxiously awaited her turn at the microphone . -1 2447636 2447517 " We can presume that we 've prevented a very large number of infections and some significant amount of clinical disease , " he said . " We have prevented a very large number of infections and a significant amount of clinical disease , " Goodman said . -1 1363185 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast-cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast created a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . -1 2357099 2357114 Consumers still would have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . -1 31099 31002 Wells ’ other series include NBC ’ s ER and Third Watch . Wells ' other series include NBC 's " ER " and " Third Watch . " -0 62543 62830 Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . The sales leave Mr. Turner with about 45 million shares in AOL . -1 1771984 1771964 NASA officials are delicately seeking advice on what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces from Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some shuttle parts on display . NASA officials are seeking advice about what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces of the space shuttle Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some parts on display . -1 673735 673507 Customers can use Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003--available Monday--as a stepping stone to the final release this summer . Customers can deploy Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003 , which is available Monday , as a stepping stone toward the final release , which is due this summer . -0 635287 635027 Air Canada , the largest airline in Canada and No. 11 in the world , has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . The No. 11 airline in the world , Air Canada has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . -1 2240133 2240383 Mr. Sweeney outlined plans for the campaign in a speech last night in Philadelphia at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . Sweeney was to outline plans for the campaign in a speech on Saturday night at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . -1 476702 476605 The fire began about two hours later , the result of an explosion that was likely caused by a steam leak , officials said . The fire began about two hours later after an explosion likely caused by a steam leak , Miami-Dade Police Director Carlos Alvarez said . -1 3243744 3243690 For the entire season , the average five-day forecast track error was 259 miles , Franklin said . " The average track error for the five-day ( forecast ) is 323 nautical miles . -0 758152 758693 He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " " I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law , " he said . -1 1883640 1883973 " Clearly , the debate ( over recent developments ) has had an effect , " says David Smith of the Human Rights Campaign . " Clearly , the debate and the discussion have had an effect , " says David Smith , a spokesman for the Human Rights Campaign . -1 1692641 1692758 The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . California 's lost tax revenue was mostly due to international corporate tax shelters . -1 1381338 1380512 These men " are entitled to respect for their private lives , " Kennedy said . " The petitioners are entitled to respect for their private lives . " -0 2005347 2005797 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . -0 2015421 2015405 The elderly and those with weakened immune systems are also urged to protect against mosquito bites . But for the elderly and those with weakened immune systems , it can be fatal . -1 3247313 3247294 Turkish authorities have said all the suicide bombers were Turks . Ankara says all four suicide bombers were Turkish . -0 306380 306531 Kadyrov was not injured , but four of his bodyguards were among those killed . But Itar-Tass news agency said four of his bodyguards were among those killed by the bomb . -1 54708 54325 Green wrote , The documents show that in one two-month period , Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to cover losses . Over one two-month period , Newsweek said Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to one casino to cover losses . -0 3416357 3416291 A subsequent report claimed that Jackson had actually become a member of the Nation of Islam . Mr. Jackson is not Muslim nor a member of the Nation of Islam . -1 747906 747766 Palm Wednesday announced plans to acquire Handspring , a company started by Jeff Hawkins , regarded by many as the father of the Palm handheld . Palm said on Wednesday it plans to buy Handspring , a company created by renegade Palm co-founder Jeff Hawkins . -1 1820031 1819733 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates will address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . -0 2306029 2306518 Declining issues outnumbered advancers nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Advancers outnumbered decliners by nearly 8 to 3 on the NYSE and more than 11 to 5 on Nasdaq . -1 1834873 1834828 The new system costs between $ 1.1 million and $ 22 million , depending on configuration . The system is priced from US $ 1.1 million to $ 22.4 million , depending on configuration . -1 2020596 2020482 Monday said it has its first customer for its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License for SCO UNIX Rights . SCO says it has signed the first enterprise customer to its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License . -1 1048019 1048301 Patients ' rights advocates crashed it by squeezing into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . It was crashed by patients ' rights advocates who squeezed into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . -0 197690 197747 The dollar fell as low as $ 1.1624 per euro from $ 1.1486 on Friday , and traded at $ 1.1594 at 10 : 15 a.m. in London . The dollar dropped to $ 1.1564 per euro at 7 : 30 a.m. in London from $ 1.1486 on Friday . -0 1696670 1696696 German prosecutors have ruled out any charges in Germany , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . Studabaker told the court he would not contest extradition and German prosecutors have ruled out any charges here , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . -0 45966 45982 The trial is entering a crucial stage as Italy prepares to assume the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . The prime minister is poised to take over the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . -1 355531 355192 " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " Williams said . " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " said U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Cody Williams . -1 306786 306409 There were conflicting reports about the number of casualties yesterday . There were sharply conflicting reports tonight on the death toll . -0 1447754 1447624 The first health-care worker in the country to die of SARS was a Filipina-Canadian who contracted the disease at North York General Hospital , the site of the second outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . -1 129865 129996 Nextel Partners Inc . NXTP.O , which provides wireless phone service , fell 59 cents , or 9.8 percent , to $ 5.41 . Nextel Partners Inc . ( nasdaq : NXTP - news - people ) , which provides wireless phone service , fell 45 cents , or 7.5 percent , to $ 5.55 . -0 746211 745950 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . -1 63310 63399 Tennessee officials are setting up relief services and mobile communications in Jackson after power was wiped out in the town . The state is setting up relief services and mobile communications after power was wiped out in the town . -1 507751 507553 Colin Powell , the Secretary of State , said contacts with Iran would not stop . Secretary of State Colin Powell said yesterday that contacts with Iran would continue . -0 3119781 3119833 The workers accuse General Dynamics of " reverse age discrimination " because of a change in retirement benefits in 1997 . General Dynamics was sued when it changed its retirement benefits in 1997 . -1 769308 769141 South San Francisco 's Genentech , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , rose 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . South San Francisco , Calif . ' s Genentech , the world 's No. 2 biotech company , advanced 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . -1 2168769 2168543 Wyoming and New Mexico both reported two deaths within the past week . Wyoming and New Mexico reported their first deaths from the virus this past week . -0 1319620 1319756 Net revenue rose to $ 3.99 billion from $ 3.85 billion during the same quarter last year . That is up from $ 1.14 billion during the same quarter last year . -0 329386 329403 The April decline was the biggest since October , 2001 . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . -1 1661235 1661308 " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it is not our proposal but I 'm not going to be negative about it " . " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it 's not our proposal , but I 'm not responding to it in a negative way , " he said . -1 893924 894133 Sources within the racing industry have told the Daily Bulletin that Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . Sources in the racing industry said Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . -1 3257537 3257439 Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . The latest shooting linked to the spree was a Nov. 11 shooting at Hamilton Township Elementary School in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . -1 1177406 1177595 Common side effects include nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough , the FDA said . The most common side effects after getting the nasal spray were nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough . -1 228847 229207 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . -1 3062267 3062299 The judge said Congress is the best forum for weighing the prescription drug importation issue . The judge said Congress is the best forum to address the high cost of prescription drugs . -0 228808 229298 NBC will probably end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . -1 228853 228814 Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple whose children move back home after college . Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple with grown children who won 't leave their lives . -1 3245018 3244942 And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration does not have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . -1 2839498 2839484 The European Commission has developed a set of guidelines to help public administrators decide whether to migrate their enterprises to Open Source Software or not . A European Commission initiative has issued guidelines to member governments on how to migrate to open source software on both servers and desktops . -1 1571097 1571032 Thirty-seven per cent of CEOs who expect stronger profits cited reduced costs as the main reason . In addition , 37 per cent of executives who expect to make more money cited reduced costs as the main reason . -0 3327716 3327699 Nine seconds later , it broke the sound barrier and continued its steep powered ascent . Nine seconds later , SpaceShipOne broke the sound barrier , the company said . -0 8570 8599 Aprils unemployment rate is the highest since late last year . Unemployment , at 6 percent , matched the highest since August 1994 . -1 2218066 2218096 " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " said Matthew Daus , chairman of the commission . " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " Matthew W. Daus , the commission 's chairman , said yesterday . -1 1451709 1451722 The NLC advised motorists to stay at home and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . It has ordered motorists to stay off the streets and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . -1 2030916 2030876 The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates at the bar association 's annual meeting here . The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates , who met in San Francisco for the bar association 's annual meeting . -1 516070 516184 Reacting to Thompson 's attack , Ed Skyler , a spokesman for Bloomberg , said the controller 's statements , " while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . -1 670903 670585 New chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one priority for David Jones as part of the review process . Newly appointed chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one issue David Jones would tackle as a result of the review . -0 3091436 3091610 The currency briefly weakened slightly on Monday to trade at 55.34 / 39 , not far from its record low of 55.75 . The currency briefly weakened on Monday morning but rebounded to trade at 55.25 / 29 , little changed from Friday . -1 3413790 3413772 Its former chief Mickey Robinson was fired for cause when he left in September , the company said . Chief Executive Mickey Robinson was fired for cause in September , the company said last month . -1 2605131 2605065 Vivendi shares closed 3.8 percent up in Paris at 15.78 euros . Vivendi shares were 0.3 percent up at 15.62 euros in Paris at 0841 GMT . -1 2157386 2157356 Announcing the selection , Kmart CEO Julian Day said Grey will help the retailer " find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the new America consumer . " Together , we will find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the ' new America ' consumer . " -1 3368636 3368671 Today 's barrage could have been a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of intensified attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . Kimmitt said the operation was a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . -0 3387788 3387707 This year the Audubon Society once again hosts its annual Christmas Bird Count . It 's the National Audubon Society 's annual Christmas Bird Count , now in its 104th season . -0 1528003 1528413 Shiites make up 20 percent of the country 's population . Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . -0 1934638 1934599 Dotson told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . -1 3363503 3363476 Micron has declared its first quarterly profit for three years . Micron 's numbers also marked the first quarterly profit in three years for the DRAM manufacturer . -0 1091684 1091700 The final price will be the lower of a 5 per cent discount to the average trading price over the period or $ 5.50 , the institutional placement price . The final price will be a 5 per cent discount to the volume-weighted average of trading between June 23 and July 11 . -1 1670090 1670141 The Coast Guard airlifted the survivors to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Wetherell said . Soon after , a Coast Guard helicopter landed and took the men to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Mills said . -1 2359373 2359454 Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . -1 617272 617129 " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " said Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal . " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal told the New York Post . " -0 953683 953742 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged up 13.33 points , or 0.15 percent , to 9,196.55 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 7.75 points , or 0.08 percent , at 9,175.47 . -1 2874755 2874734 Google 's investors include prominent VC firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Sequoia Capital , the paper noted . Google 's early stage backers in include California-based Stanford University and VC firms Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital . -1 499144 499197 Since then , Acacia had only had supervised visits with her grandmother , she said . Since then , Acacia has spent little time with her grandmother . -0 831573 831060 The last month has been a whirlwind for an 18-year-old who led his high school team to the Ohio state championship . The last month has been a whirlwind for the 18-year-old from Akron , Ohio . -0 477190 477267 It seemed like an isolated incident , " said Ariel Dean of Washington D.C. , who earned a degree in political science . It seemed like an isolated incident , ' ' said graduate Ariel Dean of Washington , D.C. -1 3198727 3198674 " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " said Steve Baker , an analyst with NPD Group . " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " Baker said . -0 3376153 3376232 Congratulations on being named Time magazine 's Person of the Year . Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . -1 769313 769454 A new study , conducted in Europe , found the medicine worked just as well as an earlier disputed study , sponsored by ImClone Systems , said it did . Doctors concluded Erbitux , the cancer drug that enmeshed ImClone Systems in an insider trading scandal , worked just as well as an earlier company-sponsored study said it did . -0 659409 659543 " People are obviously inconvenienced , " said Dr. Jim Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . -1 2586306 2586687 " I had never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole court process and the media coverage that has surrounded the case . I never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole process and the media coverage that has surrounded it . " -1 2627558 2627665 The US will take on Canada in the third-place play-off in Carson on Saturday . The United States will play Canada in the third-place game Saturday . -0 2930662 2930630 The benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield < US10YT = RR > dipped below 4.20 percent on Tuesday . Prices for Treasury securities also rose , with the yield on the benchmark 10-year note falling to 4.19 percent . -1 14610 14656 The industry groups non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 during the month , up from Marchs reading of 47.9 . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . -0 2093893 2093858 Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , MSBlast continued to spread to new computers on Thursday , but the rate of infection has slowed significantly . Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , the MSBlast Internet worm infected more than 300,000 computers since Monday . -1 1512543 1512569 The nation , Bush said , " will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men . " The United States ``will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men , ' ' he declared . -1 174279 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > advanced 11 points , or 1.25 percent , to 931 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . -1 2613351 2613442 Another recent study shows that about 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and an additional 5 million adults have it but do not know it . Another recent study found that 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and another 5 million adults have the condition but don 't know it . -1 2226521 2226544 A weak cold front could bring thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . As of today , forecasts show a weak cold front bringing thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . -1 330590 330561 " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Minister of Health Twu Shiing-jer told parliament after he tendered his resignation to the island 's premier . " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Taiwan 's minister of health , Twu Shiing-jer , told parliament after tendering his resignation . -1 1448384 1448455 An incremental step reported by researchers at the University of California , San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort . The incremental step , reported by researchers at UC San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort to infect mice with the virus . -0 1954326 1954286 The plan , which Pataki has said is unconstitutional as written , would cost the state $ 5.1 billion over the next 30 years . The plan would cost the state $ 170 million per year over the next 30 years . -1 364462 364510 U.S. prosecutors have arrested more than 130 individuals and have seized more than $ 17 million in a continuing crackdown on Internet fraud and abuse . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . -1 899532 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the ISD that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the government said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . -0 374816 375021 Davey graduated Saturday from Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , with a bachelor of arts degree in religion and philosophy . Davey started attending Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , in 1999 with plans to become a minister . -0 554638 554534 The pressure may well rise on Thursday , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . -0 299108 299205 On Monday , as first reported by CNET News.com , the RIAA withdrew a DMCA notice to Penn State University 's astronomy and astrophysics department . Last Thursday , the RIAA sent a stiff copyright warning to Penn State 's department of astronomy and astrophysics . -1 2565152 2565186 Nottingham found speech is treated unequally because the list applies to calls from businesses but not charities . In that order , Nottingham ruled the do-not-call list unconstitutional on free-speech grounds because it applied to calls from businesses but not charities . -0 343453 343474 " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete , " Barrett said . " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete " with fast-growing economies such as China and India , Barrett said . -0 2786510 2786651 Still , revenues from the extra premiums would not be huge . How would the extra premiums be collected ? -1 3122956 3123183 Some opposition leaders said they would reserve comment until mourning was over , but others called for the immediate withdrawal of troops . Some opposition leaders called for withdrawing troops , but others said they would reserve comment until mourning was over . -1 1912659 1912526 The consumer group generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue from January to June , 53 % of Citigroup 's profit and revenue . It generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue in the year 's first half , 53 percent of Citigroup 's totals . -1 987313 987026 Kiernan testified that Seifert had received a gunshot wound to the back . Seifert , he testified , had a gunshot wound in the back . -0 1575412 1575336 There was no immediate comment from Savage , who did not respond to E-mail requests for an interview . There was no immediate comment from Savage , according to a spokesman at his office in California . -0 2452553 2452635 Sources say agents confiscated " several " documents he was carrying . Agents confiscated several classified documents in his possession and interrogated him . -0 331466 331358 In the ensuing gun battle two Palestinian militants were killed and 17 people were wounded . Two 15-year-olds were also killed by Israeli fire and 17 people were wounded , according to the witnesses . -1 1840733 1840987 " If you have more turnovers , if you 're at the bottom of the league in turnover ratio [ Washington was 29th ] , your chances aren 't good . " If you have more turnovers or you 're in the bottom of the league in turnovers , your chances aren 't very good . -1 853142 853125 Women who eat potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy may be at risk of triggering type 1 diabetes in their children , Melbourne researchers believe . Australian researchers believe they have found a trigger of type 1 diabetes in children - their mothers eating potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy . -1 1964852 1964543 ALBANY , N.Y. State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno announced Friday he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer . LBANY , Aug. 8 Joseph L. Bruno , the State Senate majority leader , announced today that he had prostate cancer . -1 1197054 1196966 " The £ 5m would give BA a considerable return on the £ 5 it originally paid the government for the aircraft . " The £ 5m gives BA a considerable return on the £ 5 they originally paid for Concorde . -1 3159764 3159741 There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved for the treatment of one subtype representing a minority of cases . -1 941632 941989 And when asked if he felt regret or guilt about the attack his answer was an adamant " no " . Asked if he felt any regret about theOctober 12 attack , the answer was an adamant " no " . -0 1367350 1366951 The local people say four Iraqis were killed and four were injured . Witnesses said four Iraqis were killed and 14 injured during the protest and clash with British forces . -0 1084871 1085208 Veteran stage and screen actor Hume Cronyn died of cancer Sunday . Character actor Hume Cronyn , 91 , died Sunday at his home in Connecticut . -0 1454437 1454340 Tongue-in-cheek , it recounts incidents where the Chief Executive and his administration let the people of Hong Kong down . Chief executive Tung Chee-hwa doesn 't answer to the people of Hong Kong . -1 2427943 2427904 The gunman , identified as Harold Kilpatrick Jr . , 26 , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today . " The gunman , 26-year-old Harold Kilpatrick jnr , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today " . -0 1669438 1669602 Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week . A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . -1 1118041 1117981 The new department is charged with patrolling borders , analyzing U.S. intelligence , responding to emergencies and guarding against terrorism , among other tasks . They patrol borders , analyze U.S. intelligence , respond to emergencies and guard against terrorism , among other tasks . -1 3310301 3310210 The broadside came during the recording Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . -1 1611583 1611548 So in his State of the Union address in January , Bush declared that the British government " has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " In his Jan. 28 State of the Union message , Bush said , " The British government has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " -1 2011668 2011806 Several witnesses have told the court Bashir heads JI , accused of seeking to create an Islamic state in the region . A number of witnesses have told the court Bashir heads Jemaah Islamiah , accused of wanting an Islamic state in the region . -0 293974 294012 People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually may be well on their way to hypertension under new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually need to start exercising and eating better , according to new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . -0 2224728 2224687 A 32-count indictment " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , " U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez said . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . -1 867353 867420 The jury also found Gonzales guilty of using excessive force by dousing Olvera-Carrera with pepper spray . Gonzales was found guilty of using excessive force by spraying Olvera with pepper spray . -1 1641945 1642240 The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . There are five ethnic Kurds , five Sunni Muslims , a Christian and a Turkoman . -0 3193117 3193145 Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America 's innocence . Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America ’ s innocence , giving way to the if-it-feels-good-do-it 1960s and ’ 70s . -0 2691868 2691958 Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . Yee grew up in the United States and graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . -1 276533 276461 Militias also attacked local United Nations offices and , according to a United Nations spokesman , have fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . Militias also attacked local U.N. offices and , according to a U.N. spokesman , had fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . -0 3004426 3004295 Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertsons Inc. bargain jointly with Safeway and locked out their union workers the next day . In a show of corporate solidarity , Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertson Inc. locked out their workers the next morning . -1 3117712 3117462 When ex-Mepham head coach Kevin McElroy walked into the court to testify , some of the victims ' supporters turned their backs on him . When varsity coach Kevin McElroy walked into the courthouse with his attorney , the crowd turned their backs on him . -0 104151 104003 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 56.79 points , or 0.67 percent , at 8,588.36 -- its highest level since January 17 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average ( $ DJ : news , chart , profile ) rose 56 points , or 0.7 percent , to 8,588 . -0 2110363 2110345 SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with " ELF " and other slogans , and another was set ablaze in front of a house , Sgt. Tom Wright said . Several SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with ``ELF ' ' and other slogans , said Sgt. Tom Wright . -1 3289883 3289845 The number of public WiFi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 to 85,000 by the end of 2004 , IDC said . Wi-Fi will continue to grow : The number of public Wi-Fi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 , to 85,000 by the end of the year , IDC said . -1 637047 636631 The launch marks the start of a new golden age in Mars exploration . The launch marks the start of a race to find life on another planet . -0 313967 314114 The family owns Cheetahs strip clubs here and in Las Vegas . The searches were conducted simultaneously with raids on strip clubs in San Diego and Las Vegas . -1 1151064 1151081 Brendsel and chief financial officer Vaughn Clarke resigned June 9 . The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . -0 1903325 1903712 Among those awaiting Schwarzenegger 's decision was former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan . A no-go from Schwarzenegger would clear the track for another Republican , former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan . -1 2944743 2944909 As a precaution , NASA instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects in the station 's Russian module . But NASA has instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects . -0 3176511 3176542 National City shares were down 15 cents to $ 32.43 on the New York Stock Exchange . National City 's stock ended the day at $ 32.58 , up 9 cents , in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2688546 2688496 Entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the network 's chokepoints and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . It may be dying because entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the Internet 's choke-points and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . " -1 3122364 3122262 The village last said sorry in 1993 , when it presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots - which cannibals had tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . In 1993 , villagers presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots — which cannibals tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . -1 2948400 2948273 " I came basically to Washington to establish relationships and to make sure that we are getting more federal money to California , " Schwarzenegger said after meeting with congressional Republicans . " I came to Washington basically to establish relationships and make sure we are getting more federal money , " Schwarzenegger said after one meeting . -0 1787945 1787975 Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter , and it ended the quarter with $ 2.2 billion in cash . Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter on a capacity increase of 4.2 percent . -1 1708624 1708562 The vulnerability affects an interface with RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP port 135 , according to Microsoft . The security hole was detected into the section of RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP , Microsoft explained . -1 1496702 1496674 Smith , 59 , is charged with fraud for allegedly filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and with gross negligence for allegedly allowing her access to classified materials . Smith , 59 , is charged with filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and allowing her access to classified materials . -0 2564708 2564917 The proportion of people covered by employers dropped from 62.3 percent in 2001 to 61.3 percent last year . The proportion of Americans with insurance from employers declined to 61.3 percent , from 62.6 percent in 2001 and 63.6 percent in 2000 . -1 737893 737776 Miss Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but what she did , " Mr Comey continued . " Martha Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but because of what she did , " he said . -1 3111198 3111209 THE compact disc could be history within five years after scientists invented a replacement the size of a fingertip . COMPACT discs could be history within five years after scientists made a fingertip-sized replacement . -1 386400 386461 Authorities questioned O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at the self-storage company . Authorities interviewed O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at Customer Storage Rentals . -0 3253618 3253747 The delay comes on the heels of Boeing Chairman Phil Condit 's resignation Monday . On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . -1 2130580 2130592 Fighting erupted after four North Korean journalists confronted a dozen South Korean activists protesting human rights abuses in the North outside the main media centre . Trouble flared when at least four North Korean reporters rushed from the Taegu media centre to confront a dozen activists protesting against human rights abuses in the North . -1 1419079 1418712 GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. Annika Sorenstam drew the crowds , Michelle Wie got the publicity but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. > > Annika Sorenstam and Michelle Wie drew the crowds , but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . -1 1483520 1483646 Founders of the group are Matsushita Electric , Sony , Hitachi , NEC , Royal Philips Electronics , Samsung , Sharp and Toshiba . CELF 's founding members are Hitachi , Matsushita , NEC , Philips , Samsung , Sharp , Sony , and Toshiba . -1 1590814 1590976 Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO employee Carl Griver , who used to work for Global Crossing . Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO Chief Executive Carl J. Grivner , who used to be Global Crossing & apos ; s chief operating officer . -0 3119966 3120204 Roy Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stood accused but unrepentant Wednesday in the same courtroom he recently presided over . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . -1 3436605 3436675 Faced with these circumstances , Halliburton " is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " Sumner wrote . " KBR is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " the document said . -1 1549634 1549576 The three-story brick building has apartments on the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Café downstairs . The three-story brick building houses apartments in the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Caf on its downstairs . -0 1096779 1096224 But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . -1 2465280 2465088 The teenager was in surgery at a hospital and the extent of his injuries was not available , police said . The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . -1 1428179 1428273 But a senior State Department official said : " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify . " " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify , " the official said . -0 1745015 1744908 Yahoo accounts for 159,354 of the BSD sites , with 152,054 from NTT / Verio and 129,378 from Infospace , the survey found . Another 152,054 are from IP services company NTT / Verio , and 129,378 from InfoSpace , the survey found . -0 968701 968645 First Essex , with $ 1.8 billion of assets , employs about 360 people and operates 11 offices in Massachusetts and nine in southern New Hampshire . First Essex operates 20 banking offices in two counties in Massachusetts and three counties in southern New Hampshire . -1 1112037 1111841 Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs , said that Kempthorne has " shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection . " Kempthorne has ' ' shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection , ' ' said Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs . -1 1419980 1420305 Stanford bested a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as 13-year-old phenom Michelle Wie . She did — and then some , besting a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as Wie . -1 1957182 1957155 But those modest gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of 43,000 jobs in Santa Clara County and 18,000 jobs in the San Francisco-Peninsula-Marin area . But those tiny gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of nearly 62,000 jobs in the Santa Clara County-San Francisco areas . -0 1959142 1959245 According to law enforcement officials , the person arrested was a known sophisticated hacker . According to law enforcement officials , the individual decrypted passwords on the server . -1 233102 232964 The stunning art robbery on Sunday was one of the biggest in Europe in recent years . Art historians said it was one of the significant art thefts in Europe in recent years . -1 1463764 1463865 The new orders index rose to 52.2 percent from 51.9 percent in May . The New Orders Index rose by 0.3 percentage points from 51.9 percent in May to 52.2 percent in June . -0 2170845 2170948 Bush turned out a statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and said , " Our journey into space will go on . " Mr. Bush did not discuss this when he issued a brief statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and saying , " Our journey into space will go on . " -1 427090 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared to 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . -1 2112329 2112377 " I would rather be talking about positive numbers than negative . But I would rather be talking about high standards rather than low standards . " -0 2211297 2211254 Pataki praised Abraham 's decision , and LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said the cable should be kept in operation permanently . LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said that meant the cable could be used " as we see fit . -0 3437637 3437279 Mr McDonnell is leading Grant Thornton International 's inquiry into the Italian business . Mr McDonnell wants to establish if the Italian business followed Grant Thornton 's audit procedures . -1 2746747 2746898 The Tuesday Supreme Court announcement stems from an appeal involving Michael Newdow , a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary schoolchildren , hears the pledge recited daily . The Supreme Court justices agreed to hear an appeal involving a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary school children , hears the Pledge of Allegiance recited daily . -0 125001 125313 Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or tougher bans . -1 251333 251101 Immunizing mice with pneumococcusleads tothe generation of antibodies that the researchers think lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . Immunizing mice with pneumococcus means generating antibodies that the researchers believe lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . -0 3214344 3214663 After Freitas ' opening statement , King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel recessed trial until after the Thanksgiving weekend . King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel will then recess the trial until Monday . -1 1900475 1900613 He said McKevitt was " the man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands " . McKevitt is a terrorist , a man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands . " -1 63398 63309 The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 of the state 's 16 fatalities were reported . The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 people were killed . -1 447341 447413 The Ministry of Defence said that " an investigation is being conducted into allegations that have been made against a British officer who was serving in Iraq " . The Ministry of Defence said yesterday : “ We can confirm that an investigation is being conducted into allegations surrounding a British officer who served in Iraq . -1 2799036 2799108 Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if he did not return , the witness testified . Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if anything happened to him as a result of his trip , the witness said . -0 1860144 1860423 Florida Sen. Bob Graham was not identifiable by 61 percent of those polled . Kerry was viewed favorably by 66 percent of those polled ; Dean at 57 percent . -1 3443605 3443540 That kept the records sealed as Limbaugh 's attorneys prepared to file an appeal . A day later , Winikoff sealed the records again to give Limbaugh 's attorneys time to appeal . -1 2426916 2427018 States of emergency were declared in all four states as well as West Virginia , Delaware , New Jersey and Washington DC . States of emergency were declared in North Carolina , Virginia , Washington DC , Maryland , West Virginia , Delaware , Pennsylvania and New Jersey . -1 2397052 2397452 At midnight on Wednesday , 68 percent of voters said " no " to the tax , with 97 percent of the votes counted . With 97 percent of precincts counted tonight , 68 percent of voters opposed the tax . -1 454259 454303 PwC itself paid $ 5m last year over alleged violations of independence rules . In July 2002 , PWC paid $ 5 million to settle alleged violations of auditor independence rules . -1 3280084 3280180 The addition of the house shooting expands the investigation area east by two miles , with the police now examining a seven-mile section of the freeway . The house shooting expands the investigation area east by three kilometres , with the police now examining an 11-kilometre section of the freeway . -0 2845121 2845371 He planned to stay all day until the river crested , which was forecast for late last night . He and the other lawyers planned to stay until the river starts receding . -1 1499455 1499343 Remaining shares will be held by QVC 's management . Members of the QVC management team hold the remaining shares . -1 716902 716604 The New York Yankees took third baseman Eric Duncan from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey with the 27th pick . The Yankees selected Eric Duncan , a third baseman from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey , with the 27th pick . -1 1670781 1670669 Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in San Jose , and authorities said they expected him back in New Hampshire on Tuesday . Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in Santa Clara County Superior Court in San Jose and was expected Tuesday in New Hampshire . -1 912454 912640 " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , " said Silver . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley , ' ' the Silver statement said . " -0 692248 692178 Crews worked to install a new culvert and prepare the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel as storm clouds threatened to dump more rain . Crews worked to install a new culvert and repave the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel . -1 1917207 1917187 The deal , approved by both companies ' board of directors , is expected to be completed in the third quarter of Nvidia 's fiscal third quarter . The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . -0 2685984 2686122 After Hughes refused to rehire Hernandez , he complained to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission . Hernandez filed an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaint and sued . -0 339215 339172 There are 103 Democrats in the Assembly and 47 Republicans . Democrats dominate the Assembly while Republicans control the Senate . -0 2996850 2996734 Bethany Hamilton remained in stable condition Saturday after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . -1 2095781 2095812 Last week the power station ’ s US owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . -1 2136244 2136052 Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt deleted file mode 100644 index b17fe53ea3..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/msr_paraphrase_train.txt +++ /dev/null @@ -1,4077 +0,0 @@ -Quality #1 ID #2 ID #1 String #2 String -1 702876 702977 Amrozi accused his brother , whom he called " the witness " , of deliberately distorting his evidence . Referring to him as only " the witness " , Amrozi accused his brother of deliberately distorting his evidence . -0 2108705 2108831 Yucaipa owned Dominick 's before selling the chain to Safeway in 1998 for $ 2.5 billion . Yucaipa bought Dominick 's in 1995 for $ 693 million and sold it to Safeway for $ 1.8 billion in 1998 . -1 1330381 1330521 They had published an advertisement on the Internet on June 10 , offering the cargo for sale , he added . On June 10 , the ship 's owners had published an advertisement on the Internet , offering the explosives for sale . -0 3344667 3344648 Around 0335 GMT , Tab shares were up 19 cents , or 4.4 % , at A $ 4.56 , having earlier set a record high of A $ 4.57 . Tab shares jumped 20 cents , or 4.6 % , to set a record closing high at A $ 4.57 . -1 1236820 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . -1 738533 737951 Revenue in the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . With the scandal hanging over Stewart 's company , revenue the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . -0 264589 264502 The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 on Friday . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite .IXIC rallied 30.46 points , or 2.04 percent , to 1,520.15 . -1 579975 579810 The DVD-CCA then appealed to the state Supreme Court . The DVD CCA appealed that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court . -0 3114205 3114194 That compared with $ 35.18 million , or 24 cents per share , in the year-ago period . Earnings were affected by a non-recurring $ 8 million tax benefit in the year-ago period . -1 1355540 1355592 He said the foodservice pie business doesn 't fit the company 's long-term growth strategy . " The foodservice pie business does not fit our long-term growth strategy . -0 222621 222514 Shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , rose more than 2 percent . Shares of Xoma fell 16 percent in early trade , while shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , were up 2 percent . -0 3131772 3131625 Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won overwhelming House approval in March . Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won speedy , House approval in March and was endorsed by the White House . -0 58747 58516 The Nasdaq composite index increased 10.73 , or 0.7 percent , to 1,514.77 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . -1 1464126 1464107 But he added group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . De Sole said in the results statement that group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . -1 771416 771467 He told The Sun newspaper that Mr. Hussein 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum . " Saddam 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum -- especially the schools , " he told The Sun . -0 142746 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach was carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . -0 1286053 1286069 Rudder was most recently senior vice president for the Developer & Platform Evangelism Business . Senior Vice President Eric Rudder , formerly head of the Developer and Platform Evangelism unit , will lead the new entity . -0 1563874 1563853 As well as the dolphin scheme , the chaos has allowed foreign companies to engage in damaging logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . Internal chaos has allowed foreign companies to set up damaging commercial logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . -0 2029631 2029565 Magnarelli said Racicot hated the Iraqi regime and looked forward to using his long years of training in the war . His wife said he was " 100 percent behind George Bush " and looked forward to using his years of training in the war . -1 2150265 2150184 Sheena Young of Child , the national infertility support network , hoped the guidelines would lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . Sheena Young , a spokesman for Child , the national infertility support network , said the proposed guidelines should lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . -0 2044342 2044457 " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " he said , adding the growth could replace jobs lost . " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " said Mankiw . -1 1284150 1284173 The new Finder puts a user 's folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location , providing one-click access . Panther 's redesigned Finder navigation tool puts a user 's favourite folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location . -1 3270389 3270327 But tropical storm warnings and watches were posted today for Haiti , western portions of the Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turk and Caicos islands . Tropical storm warnings were in place Thursday for Jamaica and Haiti and watches for the western Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos islands . -1 2294059 2294112 A federal magistrate in Fort Lauderdale ordered him held without bail . Zuccarini was ordered held without bail Wednesday by a federal judge in Fort Lauderdale , Fla . -0 1713015 1712982 A BMI of 25 or above is considered overweight ; 30 or above is considered obese . A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal , over 25 is considered overweight and 30 or greater is defined as obese . -0 487993 487952 The dollar was at 116.92 yen against the yen , flat on the session , and at 1.2891 against the Swiss franc , also flat . The dollar was at 116.78 yen JPY = , virtually flat on the session , and at 1.2871 against the Swiss franc CHF = , down 0.1 percent . -1 1321918 1321644 Six months ago , the IMF and Argentina struck a bare-minimum $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal that expires in August . But six months ago , the two sides managed to strike a $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal , which expires in August . -1 1239046 1239031 Inhibited children tend to be timid with new people , objects , and situations , while uninhibited children spontaneously approach them . Simply put , shy invividuals tend to be more timid with new people and situations . -1 2907515 2907224 I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , he said Sunday inside the Grand Central concourse . " I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , " Tunick said Sunday . -0 2791650 2791604 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > fell 10.75 points , or 1.02 percent , to 1,039.32 . The S & P 500 index was up 1.26 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,039.32 after sinking 10.75 yesterday . -0 2559762 2559517 Duque will return to Earth Oct. 27 with the station 's current crew , U.S. astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . Currently living onboard the space station are American astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . -1 105493 105432 Singapore is already the United States ' 12th-largest trading partner , with two-way trade totaling more than $ 34 billion . Although a small city-state , Singapore is the 12th-largest trading partner of the United States , with trade volume of $ 33.4 billion last year . -1 1989515 1989458 The AFL-CIO is waiting until October to decide if it will endorse a candidate . The AFL-CIO announced Wednesday that it will decide in October whether to endorse a candidate before the primaries . -0 1783137 1782659 No dates have been set for the civil or the criminal trial . No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . -1 14663 14617 The largest gains were seen in prices , new orders , inventories and exports . Sub-indexes measuring prices , new orders , inventories and exports increased . -1 1692902 1692851 Trading in Loral was halted yesterday ; the shares closed on Monday at $ 3.01 . The New York Stock Exchange suspended trading yesterday in Loral , which closed at $ 3.01 Friday . -0 1480561 1480670 Earnings per share from recurring operations will be 13 cents to 14 cents . That beat the company 's April earnings forecast of 8 to 9 cents a share . -1 3089434 3089441 He plans to have dinner with troops at Kosovo 's U.S. military headquarters , Camp Bondsteel . After that , he plans to have dinner at Camp Bondsteel with U.S. troops stationed there . -1 2538111 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . ( JCP ) and Walgreen Co . ( WAG ) kick things off on Monday . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . -1 1341941 1341915 Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . He added that prosecutors will seek the death penalty . -1 374967 375017 Last year the court upheld Cleveland 's school voucher program , ruling 5-4 that vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents a choice of religious and secular schools . Last year , the court ruled 5-4 in an Ohio case that government vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents with choices among a range of religious and secular schools . -0 2321401 2321455 He beat testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain . Armstrong , 31 , battled testicular cancer that spread to his brain . -1 1356545 1356676 Sorkin , who faces charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice and lying to a grand jury , was to have been tried separately . Sorkin was to have been tried separately on charges of conspiracy and lying to a grand jury . -0 2198036 2198094 Graves reported from Albuquerque , Villafranca from Austin and Ratcliffe from Laredo . Pete Slover reported from Laredo and Gromer Jeffers from Albuquerque . -1 921159 921272 The US chip market is expected to decline 2.1 percent this year , then grow 15.7 percent in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . -1 740726 739960 The group will be headed by State Department official John S. Wolf , who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . The group will be headed by John S. Wolf , an assistant secretary of state who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . -0 284798 284937 The commission must work out the plan 's details , but the average residential customer paying $ 840 a year would get a savings of about $ 30 annually . An average residential customer paying $ 840 a year for electricity could see a savings of $ 30 annually . -1 1041293 1041421 The company has said it plans to restate its earnings for 2000 through 2002 . The company had announced in January that it would have to restate earnings for 2002 , 2001 and perhaps 2000 . -1 2630545 2630577 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . PEP.N were likely to be in the spotlight . Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . -1 1014977 1014962 " The result is an overall package that will provide significant economic growth for our employees over the next four years . " " The result is an overall package that will provide a significant economic growth for our employees over the next few years , " he said . -1 3039165 3039036 Wal-Mart said it would check all of its million-plus domestic workers to ensure they were legally employed . It has also said it would review all of its domestic employees more than 1 million to ensure they have legal status . -1 2674986 2674800 The songs are on offer for 99 cents each , or $ 9.99 for an album . The company will offer songs for 99 cents and albums for $ 9.95 . -1 2193346 2193362 However , the talk was downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow accretive . The talk , however , has been downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow-accretive . -1 149798 149596 Comcast Class A shares were up 8 cents at $ 30.50 in morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The stock rose 48 cents to $ 30 yesterday in Nasdaq Stock Market trading . -0 1490811 1490840 While dioxin levels in the environment were up last year , they have dropped by 75 percent since the 1970s , said Caswell . The Institute said dioxin levels in the environment have fallen by as much as 76 percent since the 1970s . -1 426112 426210 This integrates with Rational PurifyPlus and allows developers to work in supported versions of Java , Visual C # and Visual Basic .NET. IBM said the Rational products were also integrated with Rational PurifyPlus , which allows developers to work in Java , Visual C # and VisualBasic .Net. -1 213302 213135 The Washington Post said Airlite would shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president ’ s appearance . The plant plans to shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president 's appearance , Crosby said . -0 1963350 1963106 A former teammate , Carlton Dotson , has been charged with the murder . His body was found July 25 , and former teammate Carlton Dotson has been charged in his shooting death . -1 3035675 3035707 Several of the questions asked by the audience in the fast-paced forum were new to the candidates . Several of the audience questions were new to the candidates as well . -1 622300 622384 Meanwhile , the global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll from SARS was at least 767 , with more than 8,300 people sickened since the virus first appeared in southern China in November . -0 962311 962987 The battles marked day four of a U.S. sweep to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . Twenty-seven Iraqis were killed , pushing the number of opposition deaths to about 100 in a U.S. operation to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . -0 2506257 2506206 The women then had follow-up examinations after five , 12 and 24 years . The women had follow-up examinations in 1974-75 , 1980-81 and 1992-93 , but were not asked about stress again . -0 221038 221083 The Embraer jets are scheduled to be delivered by September 2006 . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . -1 1097577 1097664 Contrary to what PeopleSoft management would have you believe , Oracle intends to fully support PeopleSoft customers and products for many years to come . " Ellison said that contrary to the contentions of PeopleSoft management , Oracle intends to " fully support PeopleSoft customers and products " for many years to come . -0 218017 218035 Application Intelligence will be included as part of the company 's SmartDefense application , which is included with Firewall-1 . The new application intelligence features will be available June 3 and are included with the SmartDefense product , which comes with FireWall-1 . -0 2277501 2277502 American Masters : Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin ( Wed . Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " -1 423245 423228 The downtime , to take place in May and June , is expected to cut production by 60 million to 70 million board feet . The downtime is expected to take 60 million to 70 million board feet out of the companys system . -1 1336931 1336883 On July 3 , Troy is expected to be sentenced to life in prison without parole . Troy faces life in prison without parole at his July 30 sentencing . -1 2208366 2208492 The University of Michigan released a new undergraduate admission process Thursday , dropping a point system the U.S. Supreme Court found unconstitutional in June . The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . -1 2405153 2405189 The processors were announced in San Jose at the Intel Developer Forum . The new processor was unveiled at the Intel Developer Forum 2003 in San Jose , Calif . -0 3334905 3334946 The Justice Department filed suit Thursday against the state of Mississippi for failing to end what federal officials call " disturbing " abuse of juveniles and " unconscionable " conditions at two state-run facilities . The Justice Department filed a civil rights lawsuit Thursday against the state of Mississippi , alleging abuse of juvenile offenders at two state-run facilities . -1 1641162 1641062 It said the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gasses to penetrate the ship 's thermal armor during Columbia 's ill-fated reentry . The document says the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gases to penetrate Columbia 's thermal armour during its fatal re-entry . -1 244062 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength _ and getting seven Tony nominations _ was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , " Long Day 's Journey Into Night . " Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " -1 1439663 1439808 The top rate will go to 4.45 percent for all residents with taxable incomes above $ 500,000 . For residents with incomes above $ 500,000 , the income-tax rate will increase to 4.45 percent . -1 2070455 2070493 But Secretary of State Colin Powell brushed off this possibility Wednesday . Secretary of State Colin Powell last week ruled out a non-aggression treaty . -1 1996069 1996101 Thomas and Tauzin say , as do many doctors , that the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . Like many doctors , Mr. Thomas and Mr. Tauzin say the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . -1 23807 23792 Based on experience elsewhere , it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , he added . U.S. military officials have said it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , based on experiences elsewhere in the world . -1 3147370 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . -1 1211287 1210972 The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions around the world , received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration yesterday . The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions of Americans , received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday . -1 3300040 3299992 The delegates said raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . Bin Laden ’ s men pointed out that raising and distributing funds has been complicated by the U.S. crackdown on jihadi charitable foundations , bank accounts of terror-related organizations and money transfers . -1 2512758 2512692 FBI agents arrested a former partner of Big Four accounting firm Ernst & Young ERNY.UL on criminal charges of obstructing federal investigations , U.S. officials said on Thursday . A former partner of accountancy firm Ernst & Young was yesterday arrested by FBI agents in the US on charges of obstructing federal investigations . -0 3183829 3183863 Kelly will begin meetings with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov in Washington on Monday . Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov said in Moscow Tuesday a firm date would be fixed by this months end . -1 3257588 3257537 The latest shooting linked to the spree was a November 11 shooting at Hamilton Central Elementary School in Obetz , about 3km from the freeway . Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . -0 524136 524119 " Sanitation is poor ... there could be typhoid and cholera , " he said . " Sanitation is poor , drinking water is generally left behind . . . there could be typhoid and cholera . " -0 1321343 1321577 The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended down 128 points , or 1.4 % , at 9073 , while the Nasdaq fell 34 points , or 2.1 % , to 1610 . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 3.90 , or 0.04 percent , at 9,113.75 , having gained 36.90 on Tuesday . -1 2560856 2560808 PDC will also almost certainly fan the flames of speculation about Longhorn 's release . PDC will also almost certainly reignite speculation about release dates of Microsoft 's new products . -1 2728434 2728420 Sales - a figure watched closely as a barometer of its health - rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts had predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . -1 3277643 3277659 NEC is pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including health care and hospitality . NEC 's pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including healthcare and hospitality , a company spokesman said . -1 2621134 2621174 Elena Slough , considered to be the nation 's oldest person and the third oldest person in the world , died early Sunday morning . ELENA Slough , considered to be the oldest person in the US and the third oldest person in the world , has died . -1 2529661 2529575 " We are declaring war on sexual harassment and sexual assault . " We have declared war on sexual assault and sexual harassment , " Rosa said . -0 953744 953727 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . -0 1268733 1268445 The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . -0 969512 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -1 304482 304430 El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers fiercely resisted the army assault this morning , firing Kalashnikov rifles . El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers put up fierce resistance during the army assault , firing Kalashnikov rifles . -0 472952 472535 But Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) declined 3,000 yen , or 0.65 percent , to 456,000 yen . Sumitomo Mitsui Financial ( JP : 8316 : news , chart , profile ) was down 2.5 percent at 198,000 yen . -0 3119349 3119343 " We 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses . " " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . -1 224868 225233 Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . Shares of Hartford were up $ 2.28 , or 5.2 percent , to $ 45.90 in midday trading . -0 2678208 2678191 This Palm OS smart phone is the last product the company will release before it becomes a part of palmOne . This was almost certainly its last full quarter before the company becomes a part of Palm . -0 1177915 1178039 And they think the protein probably is involved in the spread of other forms of cancer . They researchers say the research could be relevant to other forms of cancer . -1 129193 129302 Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , won approval to restart the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after it admitted falsifying inspection reports . Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , restarted the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after admitting it falsified inspection reports . -1 2843951 2843930 Tuition at four-year private colleges averaged $ 19,710 this year , up 6 percent from 2002 . For the current academic year , tuition at public colleges averaged $ 4,694 , up almost $ 600 from the year before . -0 1849508 1849367 Security lights have also been installed and police have swept the grounds for booby traps . Security lights have also been installed on a barn near the front gate . -1 1685339 1685429 The only announced Republican to replace Davis is Rep. Darrell Issa of Vista , who has spent $ 1.71 million of his own money to force a recall . So far the only declared major party candidate is Rep. Darrell Issa , a Republican who has spent $ 1.5 million of his own money to fund the recall . -1 2624848 2624568 He said that with the U.S.-backed peace plan , or road map , “ in a coma , ” the attack could easily widen conflict through the region . Mr Jouejati said that with the US-backed road map " in a coma " the attack could easily widen through the region . -1 2293340 2293455 A successful attack could be launched within any type of document that supports VBA , including Microsoft Word , Excel or PowerPoint . But this could happen with any document format that supports VBA , including Word , Excel or PowerPoint . -1 2750203 2750153 Officials at Brandeis said this was an " extremely heartrending " time for the campus . " This is an extremely heartrending time for the entire Brandeis University community . -0 2622625 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . -1 1946553 1946598 Fewer than a dozen FBI agents were dispatched to secure and analyze evidence . Fewer than a dozen FBI agents will be sent to Iraq to secure and analyze evidence of the bombing . -1 2216702 2216672 Those who only had surgery lived an average of 46 months . For those who got surgery alone , median survival was 41 months . -1 742090 742015 Tonight a spokesman for Russia 's foreign ministry said the ministry may issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on cooperation with Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . Tonight a spokesman for the Russian Foreign Ministry said it might issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on aiding Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . -1 1795859 1795818 A day earlier , a committee appointed by reformist President Mohammad Khatami called for an independent judicial inquiry into Kazemi 's death . A day earlier , a committee appointed by President Mohammad Khatami had called for an independent inquiry into the 54-year-old photojournalist 's death . -1 2592956 2592914 The suite comes complete with a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation software and other components , while continuing its tradition of utilizing an XML-based file format . The suite includes a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation application ( analogous to PowerPoint ) , and other components -- all built around the XML file format . -1 2845442 2845257 Downstream at Mount Vernon , the Skagit River was expected to crest at 36 feet -- 8 feet above flood stage -- tonight , Burke said . The Skagit was expected to crest during the night at 38 feet at Mount Vernon , 10 feet above flood stage , the National Weather Service said . -0 2305958 2306072 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 18.25 points , or 0.19 percent , to 9,586.71 . -0 2156094 2155607 The Nasdaq composite index inched up 1.28 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,766.60 , following a weekly win of 3.7 percent . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . -1 758342 758501 Physicians who violate the ban would be subject to fines and up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -0 869467 869240 Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . -1 1465425 1464865 For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2.5 . -0 223008 222987 The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . -1 1168132 1167672 Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but it also would apply to doctors providing other services , such as prenatal care , to a pregnant child under 16 . Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but later his office said it also would apply to doctors providing services such as prenatal care to pregnant girls under 16 . -1 1634651 1634798 The United Nations ' International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the allegation after the dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . The International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the uranium assertions after London 's dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . -1 2189818 2189911 Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle 's reentry rushed into the damaged wing , " there was no possibility for crew survival , " the board said . Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle ’ s re-entry rushed into the damaged wing , ‘ ‘ there was no possibility for crew survival , ’ ’ the board said . -1 995311 995560 " The free world and those who love freedom and peace must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he told reporters as he emerged from a church service . " It is clear that the free world , those who love freedom and peace , must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he said . -0 554534 554959 The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . The pressure may well rise today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . -1 14874 14831 Powell fired back : " He 's accusing the president of a ludicrous act , " he said . If so , Powell said , he 's calling the president ludicrous , too . -1 1967578 1967664 The decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in a secret briefing in late July . Scotland Yard 's decision to issue new guidance has been prompted by new intelligence passed to Britain by the FBI in late July . -1 317570 317290 The memo on protecting sales of Windows and other desktop software mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . The memo specifically mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . -1 2047034 2046820 Unable to find a home for him , a judge told mental health authorities they needed to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . The judge had told the state Department of Mental Health to find supervised housing and treatment for DeVries somewhere in California . -1 84518 84541 Also Tuesday , the United States also released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would soon be let go . Meanwhile in southern Iraq , the United States released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would be let go soon . -1 2046630 2046644 The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of the district 's racial balance , facilities , budget , and busing . The decision came a year after Whipple ended federal oversight of school busing as well as the district 's racial balance , facilities and budget . -0 706709 706766 The resulting lists led toa CBS special , AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains , hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger . A prime-time special on the list , " AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains " aired Tuesday on CBS . -0 2086071 2086118 Police warned residents on Friday not to travel alone and to avoid convenience stores and service stations stores at night . Police advised residents Friday not to travel alone to convenience stores and to be watchful . -1 2521336 2521360 " We had nothing to do with @ Stake 's internal personnel decision , " Microsoft spokesman Sean Sundwell said . " Microsoft had absolutely nothing to do with AtStake 's internal personnel decision , " Sundwall said . -1 3264615 3264641 Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time of the anthrax attacks . Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time that real anthrax attacks were killing people in 2001 . -1 262374 262921 His plan would cost more than $ 200 billion annually , which Gephardt would pay for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . His plan would cost over $ 200 billion annually and be paid for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . -1 2939925 2939981 There had been fears that the 35 year-old wouldn 't be able to conceive after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . There were fears that Heather would never have children after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . -0 2810464 2810247 On Friday , the Food and Drug Administration approved the use of silicone breast implants with conditions . The drug was approved for use Friday by the Food and Drug Administration . -1 2031076 2031038 Prosecutors said Paracha , if convicted , could face at least 17 years in prison . Paracha faces at least 17 years in prison if convicted . -1 27639 27668 More than half of the songs were purchased as albums , Apple said . Apple noted that half the songs were purchased as part of albums . -0 143800 143664 The ECB has cut interest rates six times over that period , from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent . The ECB has cut rates from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent in that period . -1 1909408 1909429 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . Brian Halla , CEO of NatSemi , claimed the deal made sense for both companies . -1 3034583 3034604 Smugglers in a van chased down a pickup and SUV carrying other smugglers and illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . People in a van opened fire on a pickup and SUV believed to be transporting illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . -1 1257820 1257777 Tyco later said the loan had not been forgiven , and Swartz repaid it in full , with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . Tyco has said the loan was not forgiven , but that Swartz fully repaid it with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . -0 2221603 2221633 In midafternoon trading , the Nasdaq composite index was up 8.34 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,790.47 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 8.59 points , or 0.48 percent , to 1,773.54 . -1 2706551 2706185 While Bolton apparently fell and was immobilized , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . -0 2975580 2975607 The loonie , meanwhile , continued to slip in early trading Friday . The loonie , meanwhile , was on the rise again early Thursday . -1 813945 813925 Ms. Haque , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cellphone with the smiley faces organizing the prom . Fatima , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cell phone organizing the prom . -1 2851677 2851855 But he added that the New York-based actor and producer is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " But he added that De Niro is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " -1 895812 895754 While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost less than $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run significantly more than $ 100 . While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost under $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run well over $ 100 . -1 2534473 2534504 She estimated it would take three months and would require cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . She said it would take an estimated three months to conduct and require the cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . -0 1487731 1487197 Arison said Mann may have been one of the pioneers of the world music movement and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . Arison said Mann was a pioneer of the world music movement -- well before the term was coined -- and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . -1 3285348 3285324 The virus kills roughly 36,000 people in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . Complications from flu kill roughly 36,000 Americans in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . -1 424071 424093 In two new schemes , people posing as IRS representatives target families of armed forces members and e-mail users . Two new schemes target families of those serving in the military and e-mail users . -0 1677100 1677041 Wim Wenders directed a widely praised film of the same name , based on the sessions . A widely praised film of the same name was directed by Wim Wenders . -1 2404345 2404222 Miss Novikova said while there is no standard weight for ballerinas , Miss Volochkova is ' bigger than others ' . Commenting on the firing today , Ms. Novikova said that there was no standard weight for ballerinas but that Ms. Volochkova " is bigger than others . " -1 2485432 2485492 Both have aired videotapes of ex-president Saddam Hussein encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation of Iraq . Both have aired videotapes apparently from deposed Iraqi President Saddam Hussein , encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation . -1 981097 981018 Under the program , U.S. officials work with foreign port authorities to identify , target and search high-risk cargo . Under the program , US officials work with foreign port authorities to seek out high-risk cargo before it can reach the United States . -1 2607361 2607320 And if we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die , too . " Crews are told : " If we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die " , he said . -1 218896 219064 " It 's probably not the easiest time to take over the shuttle program , " he added , " but I look forward to the challenge . " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . -1 313947 313222 As a result , Nelson now faces up to 10 years ' jail instead of life . The verdict means Nelson faces up to 10 years in prison rather than a possible life sentence . -1 434842 434929 With all precincts reporting , Fletcher — a three-term congressman from Lexington — had an overwhelming 57 percent of the vote . With all precincts reporting , Fletcher had 88,747 votes , or 57 percent of the total . -0 3301764 3301492 " His progress is steady , he 's stable , he 's comfortable , " Jack said Tuesday afternoon . " His progress is steady , he is stable , " said Dr Jack . -1 2895172 2895264 Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB intelligence service , the domestic successor to the Soviet KGB . Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB domestic intelligence service . -1 386627 386521 She claimed all the babies were born full-term and died within hours , he said . " What she told our investigators was that all the babies were born full-term and then died within hours , " Hughes said . -1 3440566 3440416 French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin was scheduled to arrive Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday . The French Foreign Minister , Dominique de Villepin , is also expected to attend . -1 853127 853144 They believe the same is true in humans , giving a 30 per cent higher risk of the disease . The researchers believe the same is true in humans , translating to a 30 per cent greater risk of the disease . -0 146481 146276 Total sales for the period declined 8.0 percent to $ 1.99 billion from a year earlier . Wal-Mart said sales at stores open at least a year rose 4.6 percent from a year earlier . -1 1053869 1053207 U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of the events which thrust her into the public spotlight . U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of of the events -- including a police conspiracy to discredit her -- which thrust her into the public spotlight . -1 1026659 1026185 The Saudi newspaper Okaz reported Monday that suspects who escaped Saturday 's raid fled in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca Sunday afternoon . The newspaper Okaz reported that the six suspects arrested Sunday fled the raid in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca . -1 1341925 1342201 Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , did not answer his phone Wednesday afternoon . Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , was not available for comment . -1 2663667 2663623 In Canada , the booming dollar will be in focus again as it tries to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . In Canada , the surging dollar was in focus again as it struggled and just failed to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . -1 2305924 2305736 They are tired of paying the high cost of CDs and DVDs and prefer more flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . " Consumers , tired of paying high prices for CDs and DVDs , are looking for flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . -1 960466 960881 " The bolt catcher is not as robust as it is supposed to be , " the board 's chairman , retired Adm. Hal Gehman , said . " The bolt catcher is not as robust " as it should be , said retired Navy Admiral Harold W. Gehman Jr . , the board chairman . -1 129995 129864 Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the beverage maker to " overweight " from " equal-weight " saying in part that pricing power with its bottlers should improve in 2004 . Morgan Stanley raised its rating on the company to " overweight " from " equal-weight , " saying the beverage maker 's pricing power with bottlers should improve in 2004 . -1 356759 356778 The Interior Minister , Al Mustapha Sahel , said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . -0 919683 919782 The pound also made progress against the dollar , reached fresh three-year highs at $ 1.6789 . The British pound flexed its muscle against the dollar , last up 1 percent at $ 1.6672 . -1 2949437 2949407 The report was found Oct. 23 , tucked inside an old three-ring binder not related to the investigation . The report was found last week tucked inside a training manual that belonged to Hicks . -0 1651582 1651639 Among Fox viewers , 41 percent describe themselves as Republicans , 24 percent as Democrats and 30 percent as Independents . Among CNN viewers , 29 percent said they were Republicans and 36 percent called themselves conservatives . -1 3088078 3087945 Muslim immigrants have used the networks - which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail - to send cash to their families overseas . Muslim immigrants have used the networks _ which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail _ to send stashes of cash overseas to their families . -1 1032643 1032617 Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a Mexican citizen who lives in Harlingen . Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a citizen of Mexico residing in the border city of Harlingen , Texas . -1 1750630 1750716 " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Muqtada al Sadr said in a sermon at a mosque . " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . -1 2891280 2891366 Mrs Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family car to work , so his wife and children had to ride with neighbours . Mrs. Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family 's only car to work , so she and the children had to catch a ride with neighbors . -1 2866295 2866282 Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma today cut short a visit to Latin America as a bitter border wrangle between Ukraine and Russia deteriorates further . The dispute has led Ukrainian president Leonid Kuchma to cut short a state visit to Latin America . -1 822517 822439 For the weekend , the top 12 movies grossed $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from the same weekend a year earlier . The overall box office soared , with the top 12 movies grossing $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from a year ago . -1 1502941 1502927 Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after President Bush ( news - web sites ) proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after U.S. President George W. Bush proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . -0 970740 971209 Friday , Stanford ( 47-15 ) blanked the Gamecocks 8-0 . Stanford ( 46-15 ) has a team full of such players this season . -1 1243593 1243934 " Nobody really knows what happened except me and that guard , " Kaye said , " and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen . " " Nobody really knows what happened there except for me and the guard , and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen , " Kaye said . -0 130656 130644 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 as of 3 : 59 p.m. Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . -1 221462 221512 At the time federal investigators were looking into how CFSB allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . A federal grand jury and the Securities and Exchange Commission were looking into how the company allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . -0 1632415 1632603 Qanbar said the council members would possibly elect a chairman later Sunday . US authorities have said the council would include 20 to 25 members . -1 2451691 2451742 October heating oil futures settled .85 cent lower at 69.89 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . -1 2282608 2282544 By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag of $ 4.4 billion--double that of five years earlier . By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag double that of 2002 : $ 4.4 billion . -0 2677852 2677869 The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a civil fraud suit against the teen in Boston . -1 379724 379692 ConAgra stock closed Monday on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents . ConAgra shares closed Monday at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1156575 1156706 One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device or lock down the device should a user lose it . One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device if a user loses or locks down the device . -1 2745055 2745022 Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . -1 3403347 3403527 " I just got carried away and started making stuff , " Byrne said . Byrne says he got carried away with PowerPoint and just " started making stuff . " -1 2037906 2038005 Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said Dr. Melinda Rowe , Chatham County 's health director . Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said county health director Dr. Melinda Rowe . -1 698720 698772 Handspring shareholders will get 0.09 shares of the parent company , Palm , Inc . , for each share of Handspring common stock they currently own . Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . -1 2359387 2359457 Shares of Microsoft rose 50 cents Friday to close at $ 28.34 a share on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft 's stock was up 50 cents , to $ 28.34 a share in New York yesterday . -1 2403178 2403100 Based on having at least one of the symptoms , most students had been hung over between three and 11 times in the previous year . On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . -1 2205838 2205858 Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , according to the Palo Alto , California company . Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , it said . -1 1669602 1669461 A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , Ga . , began returning last week . -1 919801 919939 In a televised interview on Wednesday , ECB President Wim Duisenberg said it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the 12-nation euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . -1 578807 578726 Teenagers at high schools where condoms were available were no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study published Wednesday finds . Teen-agers at high schools where condoms are available are no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study says . -1 3277653 3277637 Later in the day , however , a former Intel executive turned the tables in a speech where he blasted wireless as being too complicated and too difficult to install . And Thursday , a former Intel exec blasted wireless as too insecure , too complicated , and too difficult to install . -1 661322 661390 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta _ including a blast at the 1996 Olympics _ along with the bombing in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . -0 1586193 1586070 They were found in a stolen van , said James Flateau , a spokesman for the state Department of Correctional Services . State troopers arrested the men in a stolen van at the Jubilee Market on Route 14 in Horseheads , said James Flateau , a Department of Correctional Services spokesman . -1 1200470 1200432 On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50-basis-point cut was most likely . -0 2973611 2973628 Sun was the lone major vendor to see its shipments decline , falling 2.9 percent to 59,692 units . IBM ( NYSE : IBM ) was the fastest-growing vendor , with sales jumping 37 percent to 220,000 units . -1 1941701 1941639 He is one of two Democrats on the five-member FCC , and he is a strong advocate of harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . Copps , one of two Democrats on the five-member commission , has pushed for harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . -0 490219 490021 The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which fell 0.9 percent for the week . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . -1 421009 421091 State media said there were at least 770 dead and over 5,600 injured . The latest toll given by officials to state media was 643 dead and over 4,600 injured . -1 14485 14516 The March downturn was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . A downturn in services activity in March was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . -1 549014 549093 In the first three months of 2003 alone , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 % -- the biggest drop in more than a decade , " Lieberman said . In the first quarter of this year , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 percent - the biggest drop in more than a decade . -1 3326623 3326701 The statistical analysis was published Tuesday in Circulation , a journal of the American Heart Association ( news - web sites ) . Their findings were published Monday in Circulation : The Journal of the American Heart Association . -1 1106490 1106299 President George W. Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . -1 607219 607092 The epidemic began in November in the mainland 's Guangdong province , but the People 's Republic of China refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . The PRC epidemic began in Guandong province in November , but the Communist Party government refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . -0 518130 518082 " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said Andres Rivera Jr . , who was also on the bus . " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said passenger Andres Rivera Jr . , whose 15-year-old niece , Jazmine Santiago , was killed . -1 3092593 3092563 IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38-million euros ( about R300-million ) and the firm had debts totalling about 28-million . IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38 million euros ( $ 43.63 million ) and the firm had debts totalling some 28 million euros . -0 1707092 1707031 The company 's operating loss rose 59 percent to $ 73 million , from $ 46 million a year earlier . Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . -1 1755505 1755464 The agent , Bassem Youssef , filed the lawsuit on Friday in Federal District Court for the District of Columbia . The lawsuit was filed on Friday at the US District Court for the District of Columbia . -0 2199097 2199072 The driver , Eugene Rogers , helped to remove children from the bus , Wood said . At the accident scene , the driver was " covered in blood " but helped to remove children , Wood said . -1 2015140 2014900 " Smallpox is not the only threat to the public 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for smallpox preparedness , " Strom said . " Smallpox is not the only threat to the nation 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for preparedness , " his introductory statement says . -1 1449187 1449290 Mr Abbas said : " Every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . His Palestinian counterpart , Mahmoud Abbas , replied that " every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . -1 1988626 1988386 We remain hopeful that the city will agree to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions on this issue . " Alhart said the governor " remains hopeful that the city will continue to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions . " -1 844524 844667 Later in the day , a standoff developed between French soldiers and a Hema battlewagon that attempted to pass the UN compound . French soldiers later threatened to open fire on a Hema battlewagon that tried to pass near the UN compound . -1 1860173 1860195 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " Lieberman said . " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . -0 3050444 3050380 Gillette shares rose $ 1.45 , or 4.5 percent , to $ 33.95 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Shares of Gillette closed down 45 cents at $ 33.70 in trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1199589 1200000 Even without call center requests , companies using the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . Those that choose the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . -1 1609290 1609098 ONG KONG , July 9 Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered tonight before the legislature building here to call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . Tens of thousands of demonstrators gathered yesterday evening to stand before this city 's legislature building and call for free elections and the resignation of Hong Kong 's leader . -1 2746028 2746125 About 120 potential jurors were being asked to complete a lengthy questionnaire . The jurors were taken into the courtroom in groups of 40 and asked to fill out a questionnaire . -0 2874608 2874685 Microsoft fell 5 percent before the open to $ 27.45 from Thursday 's close of $ 28.91 . Shares in Microsoft slipped 4.7 percent in after-hours trade to $ 27.54 from a Nasdaq close of $ 28.91 . -0 221078 221002 U.S. Airways ordered 85 Bombardier jets with 50 seats and 75 seats and 85 Embraer jets with 70 seats , it said in a release . Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . -1 1917187 1917262 The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . Nvidia 's acquisition has been approved by directors at both companies , and is expected to close in the Nvidia 's third quarter of fiscal 2004 . -1 1102668 1102548 The 39-year-old Luster initially gave police a false name , but later revealed his true identity . Barrera said Luster gave police a false name immediately after his arrest Wednesday but later revealed his true identity . -0 2115214 2115266 In a statement distributed Friday , 28 Chechen non-governmental organizations said they would boycott the vote . In a statement distributed today , 28 Chechen non-governmental organisations said they would boycott the vote and warned voters to expect fraud . -1 374264 374624 If the companies won 't , their drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . If a company won 't do so , its drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . -1 1597193 1597119 Saddam loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure , as well as frequent attacks on U.S. soldiers . Hussein loyalists have been blamed for sabotaging the nation 's infrastructure and attacking US soldiers . -0 199754 200007 " It 's a huge black eye , " said New York Times Company chairman Arthur Sulzberger . " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . -1 1469800 1469789 Singer Brandy and her husband , Robert Smith , have called it quits . Brandy and Husband SplitR 'n'b star Brandy and Robert Smith , her husband of two years have split up . -1 2206809 2206624 She told Murray , " We ... we have ... the fresh air is going down fast ! " " The fresh air is going down fast ! " she screamed at Murray . -1 1970041 1969914 " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising , and the campaign will again in 2004 , " Bush campaign spokesman Dan Ronayne said . " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising and the campaign will again in 2004 , " said Dan Ronayne , a campaign spokesman . -1 20917 20853 On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson said it was " inconceivable " that the airline would resume operations at the base that had employed 1,500 workers , including 1,100 mechanics . On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson conceded that the facility 's fate was inevitable , quashing the hopes of the airline 's 1,500 local workers , including 1,100 mechanics . -0 1837647 1837204 Dotson was arrested Monday in his native Maryland and charged with murder . Dotson , 21 , was subsequently charged with Dennehy 's murder . -1 2758944 2758975 Its closest living relatives are a family frogs called sooglossidae that are found only in the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean . Its closest relative is found in the Seychelles Archipelago , near Madagascar in the Indian Ocean . -1 375678 375561 Another was in serious condition at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale . At Northwest Medical Center of Washington County in Springdale , one child is in serious condition . -1 1122033 1122090 With the exception of dancing , physical activity did not decrease the risk . Dancing was the only physical activity associated with a lower risk of dementia . -0 222911 223008 The 1 5 / 8 percent note maturing in April 2005 gained 1 / 16 to 100 13 / 32 , lowering its yield 1 basis points to 1.41 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . -0 3257010 3257120 Mr. Bush had sought to store his papers in his father 's presidential library , where they would have stayed secret for a half-century . In Texas , public watchdog groups opposed Mr. Bush 's efforts to house his papers at his father 's presidential library , where they would have remained secret for a half-century . -1 1600347 1600451 Williams was White , and four of his victims were Black ; the fifth was White . Four of those killed by Williams were black ; the other was white . -1 2081769 2081787 A hearing on the matter was held Thursday morning in Fulton County Superior Court , marking one of the early steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . A hearing Thursday morning before Judge Elizabeth Long in Fulton County Superior Court marked one of the first steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . -0 384190 384162 Arts helped coach the youth on an eighth-grade football team at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . The boy was a student at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . -1 1815004 1815055 Atlantic Coast will continue its operations as a Delta Connections carrier . It will continue its regional service for Delta Air Lines DAL.N , Atlantic Coast said . -1 707747 707671 " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who is a recent graduate of Parsons School of Design . " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who only graduated from Parsons School of Design last May . -1 1705771 1705922 The flamboyant entrepreneur flagged the plan after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . Sir Richard was speaking after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . -1 716883 716599 Ryan Harvey , an outfielder from Dunedin High School in Florida , was selected with the sixth pick by the Chicago Cubs . Ryan Harvey , a high school outfielder from Florida , was chosen sixth by the Cubs . -0 3407319 3407282 At 8 a.m. Friday , San Joaquin County Sheriff 's deputies found the body of Adan Avalos , 37 . San Joaquin County sheriff 's deputies found 37-year-old Adan Avalos of Riverbank shot to death inside the SUV . -0 1723092 1723130 Technology stocks make up 42 percent of the Nasdaq , which fell 49.95 points , or 2.9 percent , to 1,698.02 . The Nasdaq fell 49.95 points , or 2.86 percent , to end at 1,698.02 , based on the latest available data . -1 516719 516884 Thomas was joined in full by Rehnquist , and in parts by O 'Connor and Scalia . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . -1 3020180 3020057 The bulk of the funds , some $ 65 billion , will go for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan . The bulk of the bill - $ 64.7 billion - goes for military operations primarily in Iraq and Afghanistan . -1 1694765 1694755 The new capabilities will provide IBM customers a way to create , publish , manage and archive Web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and Internet environment . The product will be targeted at companies that need to create , publish , manage and archive web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and internet environment . -1 516797 516591 When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , a UC Berkeley law professor . When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , who teaches law at the University of California , Berkeley . -1 2195720 2195935 A $ 500 million natural-gas-fired power plant , for example , could replace up to $ 100 million in boilers yearly without adding new smog controls . A $ 500 million coal-fired power plant , for example , could replace $ 100 million in equipment yearly without adding new pollution controls . -1 1971109 1970905 On Sunday , the experts will perform the first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident in the United States . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . -0 36516 36820 Shares of AstraZeneca AZN.N , Europe 's second biggest drugmaker , rose 3.71 percent to close at $ 43.05 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of AstraZeneca , Europe ’ s second biggest drug company , rose 3 per cent on the New York Stock Exchange after the news . -1 512669 512160 Gov. Rick Perry has said that while he opposes gambling expansion , he would be reluctant to veto continuation of the Lottery Commission . Gov. Rick Perry opposes expansion of gambling but has said he would be " hard-pressed " to veto the lottery sunset bill . -0 3179542 3179284 " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said . " Things go wrong , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said Wednesday at the Department of Energy . -1 2362699 2362767 Typhoon Maemi later moved out over the Sea of Japan , where it weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . Typhoon Maemi was on Saturday night moving over the Sea of Japan , where it had weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . -1 1396775 1396739 Along with chip.m.aker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , International Business Machines Corp. , Gateway Inc . , Nokia Corp. and others . Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . -1 1828398 1828187 Officials developed plans to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest near the park 's southwest border by dropping incendiary devices , hoping to burn off fuel from the wildfire 's path . Officials tentatively planned to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest by dropping incendiary devices from the air , aiming to remove fuel from the wildfire 's path . -0 660850 660781 At last nights protest , demonstratorschanted " tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail . " Protesters chanted , " Tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail , " put on small skits and danced to drumbeats . -1 2221864 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short-lived or long-lived , " Mr. Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . -1 171025 171076 Some 14,000 customers were without power in the area , Oklahoma Gas and Electric said . About 38,000 OGE Energy Corp. customers are without power , the company said on its Web site . -1 921290 921224 " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 percent " growth rate , George Scalise , the trade association 's president , said in a statement . " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 per cent ' ' growth rate " , said George Scalise , the association 's president . -1 2129222 2128773 Eighty-six seriously wounded U.N. workers were airlifted out for medical care . Eighty-six U.N. workers who were wounded in Tuesday 's bombing were airlifted out for medical care . -1 3214358 3214672 Burns believed that confessing a crime he did not commit was the only way out , Richardson said . To the frightened Burns , Richardson said , confessing a crime he did not commit looked like the only out . -1 2976142 2976104 Phone calls to Spitzer 's office , Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . A message left with Spitzer 's office as well as Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . -1 374383 374044 Instead , the high court said that drug makers did not adequately show why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . Stevens said that the drug manufacturers had not shown why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . -1 2820522 2820367 Medical experts said the condition was mildly worrying but easily-manageable . Medical experts said Blair 's problem was worrying but relatively common and easily manageable . -1 2733221 2733357 Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's Corp. founder Ray Kroc , died Sunday after a brief bout with brain cancer . Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's founder Ray Kroc known for her philanthropy , died Sunday of brain cancer . -1 1711097 1711149 The company has expanded into providing other services for buyers , including payment services . The company has expanded those basic services , offering payment and even financing . -1 2806874 2806929 A Lamar mother arrested Saturday in Colorado Springs is accused of drowning her two children in a bathtub before slitting her wrists . A 32-year-old mother of two is suspected of drowning her children in a bathtub before slashing her wrists in an unsuccessful suicide attempt , police said . -1 1075019 1075000 She was surrounded by about 50 women who regret having abortions . She was surrounded by about 50 women who have had abortions but now regret doing so . -0 2584416 2584653 Cooley said he expects Muhammad will similarly be called as a witness at a pretrial hearing for Malvo . Lee Boyd Malvo will be called as a witness Wednesday in a pretrial hearing for fellow sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad . -1 403037 402971 Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that is cutting jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that has posted huge losses and cut jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . -1 2706183 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . -0 3444060 3444025 The calculation shows that the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza have exceeded the usual number for recent weeks . One is a statistical calculation based on the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza in 122 cities . -1 3419852 3419777 Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute reanalyzed data from more than 2,000 infants who had been treated with radiation for a benign birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute recently went over data from more than 2,000 children treated with radiation for a harmless birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . -0 2866150 2866091 Outside the court , Sriyanto , who faces up to 25 years ' jail , denied he had done anything wrong . Outside the court , Sriyanto denied to The Age that he had done anything wrong . -1 3438803 3438780 The state , which previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , says the policy is designed to reduce stress on its prison staff . The state previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , a practice it says is intended to reduce stress on the prison staff . -1 2068941 2068953 The little girl , the daughter of a teller , was taken to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . Earlier in the evening , the mother , whom authorities did not identify , had brought her daughter to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . -1 1513487 1513246 At least 23 U.S. troops have been killed by hostile fire since Bush declared major combat in Iraq to be over on May 1 . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . -1 3017237 3017177 " Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company said in a statement . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " -1 2852816 2852668 Even later in life , he was still cashing in : lately , he earned money by calling fans on the telephone with the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. Lately , he had earned money by calling fans on the telephone , taking part in the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. -0 2265154 2265322 The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business by around 45 percent to some one-third of total sales . -0 787110 787340 A sign outside the Peachtree Restaurant reads : " Pray for Eric Rudolph . " " Rudolph ate here " , joked a sign outside one restaurant . -1 2173504 2173632 In a statement , the company said both bids would allow Vivendi to " maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " -1 1423378 1423284 In Vienna , the IAEA said ElBaradei would accept the invitation , although no date had yet been set . In Vienna , the International Atomic Energy Agency said on Monday ElBaradei had accepted Iran 's invitation , but said no date had yet been set . -1 811375 811232 Strikingly , the poll saw little difference between women and men in their feelings towards Mrs Clinton . Strikingly , the poll saw very little difference between women and men in their feelings about the former First Lady . -0 1719820 1719843 A 25 percent increase would raise undergraduate tuition to about $ 5,247 annually , including miscellaneous , campus-based fees . The 25 percent hike takes annual UC undergraduate tuition to $ 4,794 and graduate fees to $ 5,019 . -1 2413690 2413644 From July 1 , 2002 , to June 30 , 2003 , the organization said it spent $ 114.3 million but took in only $ 39.5 million . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . -0 1918139 1918289 Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the courthouse grounds before the hearing , which was carried live on national cable networks . Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the town and the short hearing involving the five-time All-Star was carried live on national cable networks . -1 2121942 2121914 The 20 master computers are located in the United States , Canada and Korea , Mr. Kuo said . The computers were located in the United States , Canada and South Korea , he said . -1 3207268 3207178 They said : “ We believe that the time has come for legislation to make public places smoke-free . " The time has come to make public places smoke-free , " they wrote in a letter to the Times newspaper . -1 2186840 2186895 Milwaukee prosecutors charged a church minister with physical abuse in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who died during a healing service . A church minister was charged yesterday in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who suffocated as church leaders tried to heal him at a storefront church . -0 53408 52986 Niels told an interviewer in 1999 he thought the Old Man would outlive him by many years . In 1999 , two years before his death , Mr. Nielsen told an interviewer that he thought the rock face would outlive him by many years . -1 519554 519592 The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched Wednesday outside a Sacramento fire station . Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . -1 563634 563375 Furthermore , chest tightness after exercise and prevalence of asthma were both linked to the amount of time spent at the pool . Chest tightness after exercise and overall prevalence of asthma were also linked to the total amount of time spent at indoor pools . -1 1895295 1895167 British police arrested 21 people early Tuesday in connection with the suspected ritual murder of an African boy whose torso was found in the Thames River . Police have arrested 21 people in connection with the murder of a young Nigerian child whose headless and limbless torso was found floating in the river Thames . -1 243946 243684 Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . Tony winners will be announced June 8 in televised ceremonies from Radio City Music Hall . -1 2158059 2158105 A lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to block the removal of the Ten Commandments monument from the building . Supporters asked a federal court Monday to block the removal of a Ten Commandments monument from the Alabama Judicial Building . -0 1661234 1661305 " I 'm quite positive about it except I wouldn 't want it to cut across anything now occurring and she accepts that , " he said . " I 'm quite positive about it , except that I would not want to cut across things that are now occurring , " he said . -1 86007 86373 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists - this Bush administration has chosen to settle old scores , " Graham said . -0 785613 785760 " I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean , what are you saying , why did you lie to me ? ' " Gulping for air , I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean ? -1 3214303 3214275 Marisa Baldeo stated , however , the authority 's official uniform policy says " they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap . " As of now , they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap , " Baldeo said . -0 2595060 2594823 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . -1 1211461 1211115 Between 50 and 100 persons die annually from these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . Between 50 and 100 people die a year due to these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . -1 2359454 2359412 Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel 's 0.3 percent yield is lower . -1 2396334 2396148 Sean Harrigan of Calpers , the California fund , said : " Today we are trying to pull the pig from the trough . " Today we are trying to pull the pig away from the trough , " Mr. Harrigan said . -1 2086276 2086477 That truck was spotted in the Campbells Creek area , fitting that description , Morris said . A black pickup truck was also seen in the Campbells Creek area , Morris said . -0 365851 365967 Initial autopsy reports show they died of dehydration , hyperthermia and suffocation . Two more died later , and initial autopsy reports show they succumbed to dehydration , hypothermia and suffocation . -0 3389319 3389272 Most of those on board were Lebanese but some were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . Some of the passengers were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . -1 381187 381127 A pamphlet will be issued to the public through major hardware chains , local libraries and on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. It will be distributed through major hardware store chains and local libraries and will be available on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. -1 3133311 3133486 The captain , Michael J. Gansas , was notified yesterday by the city 's Department of Transportation that an agency hearing officer recommended that he be fired . Gansas got more bad news yesterday from the city Department of Transportation - a hearing officer recommended that he be fired . -1 4155 4143 Since then , police divers have searched nearby parts of Long Island Sound looking for the remaining three . Since then , police divers have searched those waters looking for the remaining three . -1 1602860 1602844 He said they lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . Morgenthau said the women , all U.S. citizens , lied on a sworn affidavit that requires them to list prior marriages . -1 1410958 1410938 Mr. Yandarbiyev resides in Doha , Qatar , and Russian authorities have unsuccessfully tried to have him extradited for nearly two years . He resides in Doha , Qatar , from which Russian authorities have been trying to extradite him for nearly two years . -0 1057006 1057044 In December , he anticipated growth of 5.3 percent to nearly $ 154 billion . In December , he had predicted a 5 percent growth rate . -1 1880897 1880746 Clearly Roman creams of any type do not normally survive in the archaeological record . Clearly Roman creams of any type , paint or cosmetic , do not normally survive ... it 's pretty exceptional . " -0 1825334 1825496 " I 'm taking his office , and we 're gonna keep on building , ' ' he vowed . " " Yes , I 'm taking his office and we 're going to keep on building and keep on fighting , " he added . -1 1201306 1201329 The association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the week that ended June 15 , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . -1 426940 426546 SARS has killed 296 people on China 's mainland and infected more than 5,200 . Throughout China 's mainland , the disease has killed 300 people and infected more than 5,270 . -1 2377834 2377805 " Third . . . we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war [ against Islam ] . " In jihad , we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war ( against Islam ) . " -0 461779 461815 With these assets , Funny Cide has a solid chance to become the first Triple Crown winner since Affirmed in 1978 . Funny Cide is looking to become horse racing 's first Triple Crown winner in a generation . -1 1789339 1789525 The company will launch 800 hot spots , or " Wi-Fi Zones , " later this summer , and plans to have more than 2,100 by the end of the year . The service will launch later this summer with 800 locations , and Sprint plans 2,100 locations by the end of the year . -1 2136052 2136150 The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in e-mails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " -1 2778138 2777737 From California , Bush flies to Japan on Thursday , followed by visits to the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . Besides Japan he will visit the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . -0 748187 748228 The transfers would reduce P & G 's worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 . The transfers would reduce P & G ’ s worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 , down from 110,000 several years ago . -1 2232493 2232381 Two Iraqis and two Saudis grabbed shortly after the blast gave information leading to the arrest of the others , said the official . The official , who spoke on condition of anonymity , said that two Iraqis and two Saudis detained after the attack gave information leading to the arrest of the others . -0 707136 707112 In court papers filed Tuesday , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name , saying he had never given his consent for it to be used . In papers filed Tuesday in Manhattan 's state Supreme Court , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name Spike for TNN . -1 3153774 3153722 The church was already grieving the death of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kyran Kennedy , a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . The church already was grieving for the death of a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . -0 1077014 1077138 Glover said the killer used a " peculiar slipknot " on the ligature he used to strangle some of the victims . Glover said the killer used a ``peculiar slipknot , ' ' including a coaxial cable and an extension cord , to strangle some of the victims . -1 3093840 3093801 They weighed an average 220 pounds ( 100 kg ) and needed to lose between 30 and 80 pounds . They weighed an average 100 kilograms and needed to lose between 14 and 36 kilograms . -0 195800 196144 " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. " I don 't see much broken . " " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , a South Dakota Democrat . -0 62641 62810 Media Editor Jon Friedman contributed to this story . Jon Friedman is media editor for CBS.MarketWatch.com in New York . -1 436562 435307 Her putt for birdie was three feet short but she saved par without difficulty . She leaves her birdie putt some three feet short but drops her par putt . -1 2770513 2770488 The test was conducted by the University of California at Los Angeles and Riverside and was paid $ 450,000 from the ARB . The test , conducted by UCLA and UC Riverside , was paid for with $ 450,000 from the ARB . -0 2578315 2578177 Against the Swiss franc CHF = , the dollar was at 1.3172 francs , down 0.60 percent . Against the yen the dollar was down 0.7 percent at 110.73 yen . -0 1477738 1477593 Instead , Weida decided that Meester 's case on charges of rape , sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors should proceed to a court-martial . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . -1 840255 840252 The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. school children . The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. ( 7 : 05 p.m. ) on Sunday , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. -1 833170 833200 Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store near the police station , said many in the close-knit town knew the men who were killed . Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store on Highway 96 , said many in the close-knit town knew the three men who were killed . -0 96043 95895 " Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " Mr Berlusconi said . " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the deal was damaging to the state , " Berlusconi testified . -1 423224 423238 Mills affected by Thursdays announcement are sawmills in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . They are located in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . -1 1438666 1438643 Intel was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel , " spokesman Chuck Mulloy said . Intel spokesman Chuck Mulloy said the company was disappointed and assessing its " options in the event Mr. Hamidi resumes his spamming activity against Intel . " -1 1454800 1454816 It was the biggest protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the massacre of democracy activists occupying Tiananmen Square in Beijing in 1989 . Hong Kong has not seen such a protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the 1989 massacre of democracy activists occupying Beijing 's Tiananmen Square . -1 1834832 1834844 The company is highlighting the addition of .NET and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment ( EAE ) with the new mainframe . The company is also adding .Net and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment development toolset , Sapp said . -1 1112726 1112799 Gov. Linda Lingle and members of her staff were at the Navy base and watched the launch . Gov. Linda Lingle and other dignitaries are scheduled to be at the base to watch the launch . -1 1745242 1745319 That information was first reported in today 's editions of the New York Times . The information was first printed yesterday in the New York Times . -1 3261484 3261306 Mr Annan also warned the US should not use the war on terror as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished freedoms " . Annan warned that the dangers of extremism after September 11 should not be used as an excuse to suppress " long-cherished " freedoms . -0 487684 487726 The euro tagged another record high against the dollar on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed solid U.S. economic data . The euro ros further into record territory on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed U.S. economic data showing rising consumer confidence and a strong housing market . -0 1479716 1479628 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -0 2744405 2744474 " It 's going to happen , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . " That really affects the companies , big time , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . -0 71277 71611 The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The seizure at 4 a.m. on March 18 was completed before employees showed up for work that day . -0 2761988 2762223 Bloomberg said on Wednesday that all 16 crew members survived and would be tested for drugs and alcohol . He said the ferry 's crew will be interviewed and tested for drugs and alcohol . -0 1992231 1991706 The moment of reckoning has arrived for this West African country founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . Taylor is now expected to leave the broken shell of a nation founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . -1 1277539 1277527 At community colleges , tuition will jump to $ 2,800 from $ 2,500 . Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . -1 3329063 3328961 However , commercial use of the 2.6.0 kernel is still months off for most customers . Commercial releases of the 2.6 kernel by major Linux distributors still remain months away . -1 1240324 1240337 The Hulk weekend take surpasses the previous June record of $ 54.9-million for Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . It beat the previous record of $ 54.9 set by 1999 's " Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . " -0 71627 71277 The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . -1 2933398 2933345 Its attackers had to fire their rockets from hundreds of yards away , with a makeshift launcher hidden in a portable electric generator . Its attackers had to launch their strike from hundreds of metres away , with a makeshift rocket launcher disguised as a portable electric generator . -1 3035788 3035918 He made a point of saying during Tuesdays debate that the Confederate flag was a racist symbol . Though Dean made a point of saying during the debate that the Confederate flag is a racist symbol . -0 2760910 2760810 In early U.S. trade , the euro was down 1.06 percent at $ 1.1607 < EUR = > . In late afternoon trade in New York , the euro was down 0.83 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1633 < EUR = > . -0 1946147 1946054 " Deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , and Brown 's body was mutilated , authorities said . They were killed over a few days in April 2001 and " deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , authorities said . -0 132553 132725 Bush wanted " to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing , " White House press secretary Ari Fleischer said yesterday . On Tuesday , before Byrd 's speech , Fleischer said Bush wanted ' ' to see an aircraft landing the same way that the pilots saw an aircraft landing . -0 2259788 2259747 On Monday the Palestinian Prime Minister , Mahmoud Abbas , will report to the Palestinian parliament on his Government 's achievements in its first 100 days in office . Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas must defend the record of his first 100 days in office before Parliament today as the death toll in the occupied territories continues to rise . -1 545820 545924 Also Tuesday , a soldier drowned in an aqueduct in northern Iraq . Another soldier drowned after diving into an aqueduct in northern Iraq , the Central Command said . -0 2307064 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month -- slipping to 6.1 percent -- even as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . -1 3375314 3375284 Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion late Monday in Forsyth Superior Court to have Hunt 's murder conviction thrown out . Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion Monday seeking to have Hunt 's conviction thrown out based on the new evidence . -1 490481 490000 Other data showed that buyers snapped up new and existing homes at a brisk pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . Other data showed sales of existing and new homes grew at a robust pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . -1 767107 767069 But Close wondered whether the package would be worth the cost of licensing the third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . Close also questions whether it would be worth the cost of licensing third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . -1 2168292 2168033 Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , increasing the chances that the effectiveness of the medication will be diffused . Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , a problem that complicates the task of properly measuring effectiveness . -0 2695011 2694981 " I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Mr. Limbaugh told his audience , which numbers 22 million listeners a week . You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide on Friday . -1 2745018 2745058 That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " said Andy Bryant , Intel 's chief financial officer . That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " CFO Andy Bryant told the Associated Press . -1 283615 283692 Seattle Deputy Police Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise here went well , with some aspects , including the communication system linking various agencies , working better than expected . Police Deputy Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise went well , with some aspects , including the communication system between varying agencies , working better than expected . -1 2108841 2108868 Telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . -1 1355591 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " Multifoods chairman and chief executive officer Gary Costley said . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . -0 882790 883117 Three-year-old Jaryd Atadero vanished on Oct. 2 , 1999 while on a hiking trip with a church group . He was on a hiking trip that day with a church group . -1 2106411 2106397 A DOD team is working to determine how hackers gained access to the system and what needs to be done to fix the breach . A DoD team is on site to determine how this happened and what needs to be done to fix the breach , the release stated . -1 121265 121424 Parrado 's aunt believes her nephew , who has served a prison sentence in Cuba , will be persecuted if he is repatriated . Maria Parrado believes her nephew , who served a 12-year prison sentence in Cuba after being arrested in Cuban waters , will be persecuted if he is sent back there . -1 1438940 1438953 The Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday said companies trading on the biggest U.S. markets must win shareholder approval before granting stock options and other stock-based compensation plans to corporate executives . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -1 3046488 3046824 Per-user pricing is $ 29 for Workplace Messaging , $ 89 for Team Collaboration and $ 35 for Collaborative Learning . Workplace Messaging is $ 29 , Workplace Team Collaboration is $ 89 , and Collaborative Learning is $ 35 . -1 86020 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats – international terrorism – this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " Mr. Graham said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " -1 2264198 2264212 Microsoft is preparing to alter its Internet Explorer browser , following a patent verdict that went against the company , Microsoft said Friday . Microsoft Corp. is preparing changes to its Internet Explorer ( IE ) browser because of a patent verdict against it , the company said Friday . -1 3446507 3446446 " It 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM , " she said . " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " -0 1100998 1100441 SARS has killed about 800 people and affected more than 8400 since being detected in China in November . SARS has killed about 800 people and sickened more than 8,400 worldwide , mostly in Asia . -1 2816735 2816723 Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators joined the mechanics in the picket line . Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators then walked off the job in solidarity . -0 869698 869240 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 23.45 points , or 1.44 percent , to end at 1,603.97 , based on the latest data . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . -1 3236313 3236263 The Infineon case began in August 2000 , when Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon counter-sued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . At that time , Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon countersued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . -1 185929 186026 Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent tax on both types of investment income . Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent rate for both capital gains and corporate dividends . -0 1096383 1096756 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 5.53 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,662.91 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . -1 2587263 2587322 " The Princess ' marriage was not set up by force , " said Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies . Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies , said : " The princess 's marriage was not set up by force . -0 3327147 3327230 Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and companion Fran Walsh arrive at the 74th Annual Academy Awards . Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and longtime companion Fran Walsh . -1 1071229 1071350 Hynix CEO E.J. Woo condemned the decision calling the ruling an " outrageous act aimed at a hidden agenda . " Meanwhile , Hynix Semiconductors voiced strong criticism of the United States , calling its decision an " outrageous tactic aimed at a hidden agenda . " -1 2268396 2268480 Authorities had no evidence to suggest the two incidents were connected . There was no immediate evidence that the two incidents were connected , police said . -1 612073 612012 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . The Food and Drug Administration ultimately denied ImClone 's drug application in December 2001 , saying that an Erbitux clinical trial was deficient . -1 448932 449039 Gen. Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force based on ship in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean . General Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force aboard the command ship Mount Whitney . -0 2461162 2461313 Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly said he was satisfied with the reimbursement . Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly did not let the judge 's penny-pinching get him down . -0 219579 219615 AutoAdvice is available as a one-year subscription at $ 400 per CPU , scaling from one to 50,000 CPUs . SAN Architect will run approximately $ 2,400 while AutoAdvice is available with coverage from one to 50,000 CPUs . -1 2190158 2190221 CAPPS II will not use bank records , records indicating creditworthiness or medical records . " CAPPS II will not use bank records , credit records , or medical records , according to Loy and Kelly . -1 1908453 1908347 Moore had no immediate comment Tuesday . Moore did not have an immediate response Tuesday . -1 432251 432116 " Fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to mosques , the Justice Department said . In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . -1 1908277 1908617 Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . Moore has said he plans to appeal the matter to the U.S. Supreme Court . -1 1534422 1534369 " We 're confident that the new leadership will take responsibility for the past actions of the Archdiocese of Boston , " Lincoln said . " We are confident that the new leadership in Boston will be willing to take responsibility for the past actions of the archdiocese , ' said Lincoln . " -0 2982472 2982545 Her body was found several weeks later in the Green River . Aug. 15 , 1982 : Remains of Chapman , Hinds and Mills are found in the Green River . -0 394015 394435 One question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . -0 1984039 1983986 " Jeremy 's a good guy , " Barber said , adding : " Jeremy is living the dream life of the New York athlete . He also said Shockey is " living the dream life of a New York athlete . -0 2697659 2697747 Ratliff 's daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , were adopted by Peterson after their mother 's death . Peterson helped raise Ratliff 's two daughters , Margaret and Martha Ratliff , who supported him throughout the trial . -1 1372366 1372589 Money from Iraqi oil sales will go into that fund which will be controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . Money from oil sales will now be deposited in a new Development Fund for Iraq , controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . -1 1480802 1481397 Car volume fell 8 per cent , while light truck sales -- which include vans , pickups and SUVs -- rose 2.7 per cent . Car volume was down 8 percent , while light truck sales--which include vans , pickups and SUVs--rose 2.7 percent . -1 1491648 1491625 He said he had made it " very plain " to the US that Australia did not support the death penalty . Mr Williams added that the Government had made it " very plain " to the US it did not support the death penalty for Hicks . -1 2895263 2895171 Special police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk , where his plane had made a refuelling stop . Police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday when his jet made a refueling stop in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk . -1 864148 863719 Robert Stewart , a spokesman for Park Place , the parent company of Caesars Palace , said he was surprised by the court 's decision . Robert Stewart , spokesman for Park Place Entertainment , the parent company for Caesars , said the Supreme Court seemed to change the rules for lawsuits . -0 84742 84613 He has also served on the president 's Homeland Security Advisory Council . Last year , Bush appointed him to the Homeland Security Advisory Council . -1 953485 953537 Altria shares fell 2.2 percent or 96 cents to $ 42.72 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -0 2580240 2579902 " And if there is a leak out of my administration , " he added , " I want to know who it is . He added , " There 's just too many leaks in Washington , and if there is a leak out of my administration , I want to know who it is . -0 2175939 2176090 After losing as much as 84.56 earlier , the Dow Jones industrial average closed up 22.81 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,340.45 . In midday trading , the Dow Jones industrial average lost 68.84 , or 0.7 percent , to 9,248.80 . -1 239902 239998 Mascia-Frye works in the state development office . Mascia-Frye oversees European operations for the West Virginia Development Office . -1 1618493 1618463 Representatives for Puretunes could not immediately be reached for comment Wednesday . Puretunes representatives could not be located Thursday to comment on the suit . -1 2250458 2250584 A key to that effort was the company 's introduction of a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust the Korean company . Mr. O 'Neill had a solution : a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust Hyundai . -0 2635000 2634945 ECUSA is the U.S. branch of the 70 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church is the American branch of the Anglican Communion . -1 3238456 3238508 The word Advent , from Latin , means " the coming . " The season 's name comes from the Latin word adventus , which means " coming . " -1 3306448 3306659 The companies said " it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence . " " In creating the game , it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence against such groups persons . " -1 2610846 2610727 Another brother , Ali Imron , was sentenced to life in prison after cooperating with investigators and showing remorse . Another brother , Ali Imron , received a life sentence after he cooperated with the authorities and expressed remorse . -1 1793557 1793618 Most times , wholesalers sold the questionable drugs to one of three huge national distributors that supply virtually all drugs in the country . At one point in the chain , a wholesaler would sell the questionable drugs to one of three huge national companies that supply virtually all drugs in this country . -1 886618 886456 Rumsfeld , who has been feuding for two years with Army leadership , passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . Rumsfeld has been feuding for a long time with Army leadership , and he passed over nine active-duty four-star generals . -1 2754612 2754633 He said it was not possible to rule out that the chemical was a cancer risk to humans . However , it is not possible to say whether it may pose a cancer risk to humans . -0 1617344 1617290 Attorney John Barnett , who represents Morse , showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . After Jackson testified he never touched the officers during the struggle on the ground , Barnett showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . -1 153199 153213 The letter stated that a premature stillborn baby was placed on the bed in a blanket . According to the writer of the letter , the infant was " placed on the bed in a baby blanket " by a nurse . -1 2444519 2444508 Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk said his office received the recordings this week . Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk told Criss Wednesday his office only this week received the recordings . -1 2398178 2398195 " This is a wide-ranging and continuing investigation which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr Spitzer said . " This is a widening and continuing investigation , which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr. Spitzer said yesterday at a news conference . -0 2221435 2221631 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 7.58 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,381.79 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . -1 1332049 1331979 Kyi , a U.N. envoy says , as Japan adds to growing international pressure by saying it will halt its hefty economic aid unless Suu Kyi is freed . JAPAN added to growing international pressure on Burma yesterday , threatening to halt its hefty economic aid unless the military government released pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi . -1 516583 516789 The decision could also prove useful in the " war on terrorism " . Tuesday 's decision could prove useful to the government in the war on terrorism . -0 914018 913889 Currently , the state 's congressional delegation is made up of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Although Republicans now hold every statewide office , the state 's congressional delegation comprises 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . -1 2077064 2077087 In the first stage of the attack , the Lovsan worm began fouling computers around the world . The first stage of the malicious software began Monday , when the Lovsan worm began spreading around the world . -1 395858 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced Tuesdays ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to help . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . -0 2758909 2758887 Only 29 families of frogs are known and most were identified and described in the mid-1800s and the last in 1926 . Only 29 families of frogs are known , most of which were named by the mid-1800s . -1 425412 425310 The survey that found it covered only a narrow slice of the sky . The survey which uncovered the star only covered a narrow slice of the sky . -1 2264210 2264194 However , the standards body warns that changes to Internet Explorer may affect a " large number " of existing Web sites . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . -1 1643239 1643042 Both Blair and Bush have faced accusations that they manipulated intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for military action . At home , the premier has faced accusations that he overplayed intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for war . -1 2330167 2330142 " I think 70 percent of the work is already done , " Tauzin told reporters in the Capitol . " About 70 percent of the work is already done , " Mr. Tauzin said . -1 2030917 2030877 " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal R. Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who led an association panel on enemy combatants . " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who headed an ABA task force on enemy combatants . -0 1091180 1091301 Likewise , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 23 / 32 for a yield of 4.34 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . -0 302467 302688 China has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who breaks their quarantine and intentionally spreads the killer SARS virus . China , haunted by the spread of SARS in its vast countryside , has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who intentionally spreads the killer virus . -1 2011783 2011647 Earlier , they had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar " ( God is Greatest ) as Bashir walked to his seat in the tightly guarded courtroom . Earlier , Bashir 's supporters had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar ( God is Greatest ) " as he walked to his seat . -1 754162 753958 The announcement comes one day after Microsoft ’ s global security chief , Scott Charney , reiterated Microsoft ’ s promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to users . The announcement comes one day after Scott Charney , Microsoft 's global security chief , reiterated Microsoft 's promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to customers . -1 232430 232714 The fighting around Bunia began after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from the town . The fighting begun May 7 after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from in an around Bunia . -1 2759168 2759156 An officer in the People 's Liberation Army selected from a pool of 14 , Lt-Col Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . A lieutenant colonel in the People 's Liberation Army , Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . -0 1288150 1287646 The Yankees , however , had big trouble handling Victor Zambrano ( 4-4 ) for the second straight time . The Yankees wasted no time breaking through against Zambrano ( 4-4 ) in the rematch . -1 2524160 2524303 A former candidate for governor of New York , he styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . Mr. McCall , who ran unsuccessfully for governor of New York in 2002 , styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . -0 1668236 1668179 Yeager said the suspect in the Target attack showed tendencies of being a prior offender . Yeager said the incident appeared to be isolated , but the suspect showed tendencies of being a prior offender . -0 1957823 1957694 Tenet has been under scrutiny since November , when former Chief Executive Jeffrey Barbakow said the company used aggressive pricing to trigger higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . In November , Jeffrey Brabakow , the chief executive at the time , said the company used aggressive pricing to get higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . -1 2007711 2007677 His decision means that the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges against him , will be tried in September . That means the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges , will now to trial in September . -1 1297519 1297825 Meanwhile , rival contender , General Electric 's NBC , submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . Other contenders included General Electric 's GE.N NBC , which submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . -0 513165 513247 Freeman 's civil hearing may be , on the surface , about a driver 's license . Freeman said not having a driver license has been a burden . -1 1909555 1909331 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Brian Halla , National 's chief executive , said in a statement . " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . -1 588637 588864 Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped from 29.4 to 32.6 , while those claiming work was plentiful slipped from 13 to 12.6 . Consumers who said jobs are difficult to find jumped to 32.6 from 29.4 , while those saying work was plentiful slipped to 12.6 from 13 in April . -0 2252795 2252970 He has no immediate plans for television advertising , believing it is unnecessary this early . A Lieberman aide said there were no immediate plans for television advertising . -1 2668688 2668644 The priest , the Rev. John F. Johnston , 64 , of 35th Avenue in Jackson Heights , was charged with aggravated harassment and criminal possession of a weapon . The Rev. John Johnston , 64 , was charged with aggravated harassment in the phone call case and with criminal possession of a weapon , according to a police statement . -1 1851377 1851386 " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition , " said TI General Counsel Joseph Hubach . -1 1641980 1642291 That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process for writing a new constitution and for holding the first democratic elections . That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process to write a new constitution and to hold the first democratic elections . -1 1756329 1756394 " I think it happened very quickly , " Houston Police Department homicide investigator Phil Yochum said of the crime . " I think it happened very quickly , " said Investigator Phil Yochum of the Houston Police Department 's homicide division . -1 299689 299752 Sendmail said the system can even be set up to permit business-only usage . The product can be instructed to permit business-only use , according to Sendmail . -0 2282307 2282491 The Senate Armed Services Committee will hold a separate hearing Thursday . It has not come to a vote yet in the Senate Armed Services Committee . -1 3118600 3118635 The telephone survey had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . The poll conducted between Oct. 24 and Nov. 2 had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . -1 1673112 1673068 United issued a statement saying it will " work professionally and cooperatively with all its unions . " Senior vice president Sara Fields said the airline " will work professionally and cooperatively with all our unions . " -1 3127902 3127435 Tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . -0 770718 770731 The bodies of former Invercargill man Warren Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , were recovered from below Mt D 'Archiac late yesterday morning . Warren David Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , did not return as expected on Tuesday from climbing on Mt D 'Archiac in the McKenzie District . -0 2654770 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathy Gregg to the Student Loan Marketing Association board of directors . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . -1 1093844 1093616 Beckham will receive a yearly salary of $ 10 million plus bonuses , earning him about $ 220,000 a game . Beckham will pocket a weekly salary of about $ 213,000 and earn $ 10 million a year , plus bonuses . -0 1722079 1721812 Deaths in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the number of traffic deaths in 2002 , the agency says . Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . -0 1545909 1546212 This week 's tour will take Bush to Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria , and is aimed at softening his warrior image at home and abroad . In his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa as president , Mr. Bush will visit Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria before returning home on Saturday . -0 126769 126737 Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer will perhaps be the trickiest of all hires because there is such a dearth of good ones . Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer perhaps will be the trickiest of all hires . -1 3142048 3142198 " We have sent a message to the nation that this is a new Louisiana , " she told a victory party in New Orleans . " We have sent a new message out to the nation — that this is a new Louisiana . " -0 2609476 2609428 Five more human cases of West Nile virus , were reported by the Mesa County Health Department on Wednesday . As of this week , 103 human West Nile cases in 45 counties had been reported to the health department . -1 967485 967554 It said the operation , which began on Monday , was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " A statement from the allied command said that the raid was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " -0 229207 229298 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . -1 2357324 2357271 " But they never climb out of the pot of beer again . " It 's just that they never climb out of the beer again . " -0 1438120 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 0.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 slipped 0.02 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 0.8 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . -0 1378077 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners about 8 to 5 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 47037 47072 Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries , including Canada , are held , many captured during the war against in Afghanistan the al-Qaida network . Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries are being held at the Naval base at Guantanamo Bay , many captured during the war against Al Qaeda in Afghanistan . -1 1964547 1964856 " Beginning ; early stages ; not life-threatening ; treatable , " he said at a news conference at the Capitol . Beginning , early stages , not life threatening , treatable , Bruno told a state Capitol news conference . -1 1149319 1149377 Oracle 's offer " undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of stockholders , " PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway said . " Oracle 's offer undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of PeopleSoft stockholders , " said PeopleSoft President and CEO Craig Conway , in the statement . -1 1591361 1591597 Bryant surrendered to authorities on Friday and posted a $ 25,000 bond . Bryant presented himself to authorities last Friday and was released after posting $ 25,000 bail . -1 2568019 2567975 Roberson was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , according to her mother , Shamika Woumnm of Dorchester . She was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , her mother said . -1 2375172 2375137 He says information released about a tarot card left at one shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . He says the release of a tarot card left at a shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . -1 780408 780363 Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . Bryant has said that hike had a greater effect on demand than officials expected . -0 117397 116930 It was the 23-9 Yankees ' third straight defeat - their longest skid of the season . The Yankees are in their first team-wide slump of the season . -0 494836 494848 Solomon 5.5 is available initially in the United States and Canada , for a starting price of about $ 12,700 . Solomon 5.5 is now available in the U.S. and Canada through Microsoft Business Solutions resellers . -1 1278159 1278426 The report released Monday simply says , This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . The document stated : " This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . " -1 2715952 2715935 The SEC said on Thursday its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . Last week the Securities and Exchange Commission said its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . -0 1244546 1244687 History will remember the University of Washington 's Dr. Belding Scribner as the man who has saved more than a million lives by making long-term kidney dialysis possible . Dr. Belding Scribner , inventor of a device that made long-term kidney dialysis possible and has saved more than a million lives , has died in Seattle at age 82 . -0 2590100 2589773 In the United States , 20.7 percent of all women smoke . Nevada is where the most women smoke , 28 percent . -0 585263 585343 But he will meet the French President , Jacques Chirac , privately . They include French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder . -1 2555777 2555594 He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is on the campaign trail . He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is running in the region 's Oct. 5 presidential election . -0 953802 953744 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . -1 1629945 1629901 The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for failing to address the scandal . The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . -1 821523 821385 Robert Liscouski , the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection , will oversee NCSD . NCSD 's chief will be Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection . -1 2555766 2555591 Chechen officials working for the Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels and tension is running high ahead of next Sunday 's presidential election in war-torn Chechnya . Officials in Chechnya 's Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels , and tension is running high ahead of Sunday 's presidential election in the war-ravaged region . -1 1979300 1979257 Columbia was destroyed during re-entry Feb. 1 , killing its seven astronauts . The Columbia broke apart during descent on Feb. 1 , killing all seven astronauts aboard . -1 3292858 3292499 Feral 's group was behind a successful tourism boycott about a decade ago that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . Friends of Animals , which touts 200,000 members , was behind a successful tourism boycott that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . -1 725414 725148 She concludes that what her husband did was morally wrong but not a betrayal of the public . Mrs Clinton said her husband action 's were morally wrong but did not constitute a public betrayal . -0 1687491 1687417 Sen. Bob Graham , Florida Democrat , raised $ 2 million after getting a late start . Further back , Sen. Bob Graham of Florida reported about $ 1.7 million on hand . -1 1315389 1315289 The exam contains four sections and tests a students knowledge of algebra and geometry as well as probability and statistics . The test , in four sections , includes algebra and geometry , along with some questions on probability and statistics . -0 1571024 1571088 Top U.S. executives are feeling increasingly sunny about business conditions and corporate profits , according to a survey released Monday . Business confidence among top U.S. executives hit a 12-month high in the second quarter , according to a survey released Monday . -1 2467980 2467938 Massachusetts is one of 12 states that does not have the death penalty , having abolished capital punishment in 1984 . Massachusetts is one of 12 states without the death penalty , having abolished it in 1984 . -1 1272006 1271919 Taylor 's aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more chaos , a view shared by many in Liberia and , in private , even by mediators . His aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more bloodshed , a view shared by many in Liberia . -1 2304696 2304863 HP 's shipments increased 48 percent year-over-year , compared to an increase of 31 percent for Dell . HPs shipments increased 48 per cent year-on-year , compared to an increase of 31 per cent for Dell . -1 1737201 1737431 Recall advocates say they have turned in 1.6 million signatures to counties . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . -1 2383164 2382951 Mr. Gettelfinger said at that news conference that " we are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " with Ford and G.M. " We are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " he said . -0 85769 85654 Country-music station KKCS has suspended two disc jockeys for playing songs by the Dixie Chicks in violation of a ban imposed after one group member criticized President George Bush . A radio station has suspended two disc jockeys for locking themselves in the studio and continuously playing Dixie Chicks songs , violating the station 's two-month-old ban on the group 's music . -1 1547970 1548372 Their difference was over whether the court should pay attention to legal opinions of other world courts , such as the European Court of Human Rights . Their difference was over whether the court should take into account the legal opinions of other world courts , like the European Court of Human Rights . -0 1834966 1835064 It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had the option of signing on Google 's services . It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had been using Google 's advertising services . -1 1952106 1951806 BOSTON The Catholic archdiocese in Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 clergy sex abuse lawsuits , according to a document obtained by The Associated Press . The American Roman Catholic archdiocese of Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 sex abuse lawsuits involving priests . -1 2727208 2727256 Lewis said that the third-quarter results were driven by deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results , and improved mortgage and card revenues . Deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results and strong growth in mortgage and card revenues drove this quarter 's results . -0 3448494 3448458 Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) scrambled up $ 2.19 , or almost 12 percent , to $ 20.59 . Telecom equipment maker Lucent Technologies Inc . ( nyse : QCOM - news - people ) rallied 43 cents , or 12.3 percent , to $ 3.95 . -1 1179259 1179239 They were not supplied or given to us but unearthed by our reporter , David Blair , in the Foreign Ministry in Baghdad . " They were not supplied or given to us , but unearthed by our reporter " in Iraq 's foreign ministry , he said . -1 758187 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions , but President Bill Clinton vetoed them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . -1 1934902 1935161 Brian Brabazon said his son would get upset but then turn around and befriend his taunters . Her son would get upset , his mom said , but then turn around and befriend his taunters . -1 1057430 1057549 At his sentencing , Avants had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . Avants , wearing a light brown jumpsuit , had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . -0 2636355 2636382 McKnight 's lawyers say there is no proof her cocaine use caused the child 's death . McKnight 's lawyers said she had no intention of harming the child . -1 2734407 2734397 The number of extremely obese American adults - those who are at least 100 pounds overweight - has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . -1 1017924 1017812 The verbal flareup with Keating stemmed from Cardinal Mahony 's initial refusal to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . A verbal flare-up between Keating and Mahony began when the cardinal initially refused to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . -0 3292852 3292493 An animal rights group waited Friday to find out if it has succeeded in putting a stop to a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . An Alaska judge has rejected an attempt by an animal rights group to stop a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . -1 2577533 2577526 The CFTC has been investigating several energy companies , including at least three Colorado companies , for manipulating energy markets by reporting false natural-gas trading prices to industry publications . The federal agency has been investigating whether several energy companies manipulated energy markets by reporting false natural gas trading prices to industry publications . -0 1580731 1580611 " In relation to the second paper , one part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . He went on : " One part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . -0 1910414 1910464 The court then stayed that injunction , pending an appeal by the Canadian company . The injunction was immediately stayed pending an appeal to the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington . -1 2820354 2820518 He was eventually taken to London 's Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock . He was taken to Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock in a procedure called " cardio-version " . -1 758287 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performs the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -1 2531749 2531607 Chirac , who can pardon a law-breaker , refused Humbert 's request last year but kept in close touch with the family . Chirac , who has the authority to pardon law-breakers , refused Humbert 's request to be allowed to die last year but kept in close touch with the family . -0 1810937 1810983 Dotson was taken to Chester River Hospital Center where he stayed overnight . Dotson was taken to an area hospital for a psychiatric evaluation . -1 3010293 3010036 When police removed the four from the home , they weighed 136 pounds combined . Each boy weighed less than 50 pounds when they were removed from the home Oct. 10 . -1 3180014 3179967 The charges allege that he was part of the conspiracy to kill and kidnap persons in a foreign country . The government now charges that Sattar conspired with Rahman to kill and kidnap individuals in foreign countries . -1 1640498 1640420 The second company , temporarily dubbed ``InternationalCo . ' ' , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . The second company , to be called Prisma Energy International Inc . , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . -1 1106648 1106676 He was convicted by a Ventura County Superior Court jury and sentenced in absentia to 124 years in prison . He was convicted in his absence in January and sentenced to 124 years . -1 1278202 1278372 The draft of the report was forthright : " Climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment . " The original report had concluded that ' ' climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment , ' ' according to an internal EPA memo . -0 2750584 2750617 Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as the reconstruction of Afghanistan and Iraq . Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as reconstruction in Afghanistan and Iraq , working in positions from translator to truck driver . -1 726966 726945 In the 2002 study , the margin of error ranged from 1.8 to 4.4 percentage points . It has a margin of error of plus or minus three to four percentage points . -1 530989 530791 Westfield , which owns Galleria in Morley , also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . -1 2733774 2733758 Last year Bloomberg boycotted the parade because he wanted to march with two actors from " The Sopranos . " Last year , Bloomberg snubbed the affair after being told he couldn 't march with cast members of the " The Sopranos . " -1 1758040 1758028 Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . -1 2638861 2638982 Mr. Clinton 's national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said that the White House wasn 't informed of the FBI activities . Clinton ’ s national security adviser , Sandy Berger , said in an interview that the White House was not informed of the FBI activities . -1 3424957 3425063 Like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to 27 December were flat , while the gross margin fell by 2 percentage points , the company said . UK retail like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to December 27 were flat , with gross margin down two percentage points . -1 775197 775031 Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer told The Associated Press . A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . -1 1939247 1939420 " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel efficient and aimed at young families . " " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel- efficient , aimed at young families , " Mr. Cowger said . -0 2465088 2464870 The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . -1 2209500 2209461 The goal will be to reduce congestion by upgrading road , building tollways , facilitating public transit or any other means to improve mobility . The money can be used for road upgrades , tollways , public transit or any other means to improve mobility . -1 2495223 2495307 " This decision is clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Timothy Muris said in a written statement . The decision is " clearly incorrect , " FTC Chairman Tim Muris said . -0 1497875 1497840 The conservancy helped in the purchase of the land from the Estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . The park service purchased the land from the estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . -0 2939928 2939983 Sir Paul already has three children fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 by his wife Linda , who died from breast cancer in 1998 . McCartney has three children - fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 - by first wife Linda . -0 1757157 1756828 In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit-car theft . -1 424839 424933 SCO has also alleged that the generic Linux kernel contains code which is from its Unix property . SCO claims that the Linux kernel holds Unix intellectual property owned by SCO . -1 941674 941618 But Amrozi did not reveal and was not asked the company 's or his boss 's name . Amrozi did not reveal , and was not asked , the identity of his boss . -1 1254185 1254350 General Jeffery announced he would give his substantial military pension accumulated over 40 years to charity during his stay at Government House . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . -1 2198929 2198650 The rest said they belonged to another party or had no affiliation . The rest said they had no affiliation or belonged to another party . -1 2820268 2820184 Blair himself took the reins of the Labour Party after its leader John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . -1 469248 469124 In 2002 , for example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , between May and October , due largely to terrorism fears driven by headlines . For example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , from May to October 2002 , largely because of terrorism fears driven by the headlines . -0 3224724 3224642 The House and Senate are expected to vote on the omnibus bill in the next two months . The House Republican leadership said it expected to call members back Dec. 8 for a vote on the omnibus bill . -1 2141596 2141567 She said six were from Douglas County , the southwestern Oregon county that includes Roseburg , and two were from the Portland area . Six were from Douglas County , which includes Roseburg , and two from the Portland area . -0 1096232 1096391 PeopleSoft gained 94 cents , or 5.5 percent , to $ 18.09 . PeopleSoft gained $ 1.09 , or 6.3 percent , to $ 18.24 and was Nasdaq 's most active issue . -1 55187 54831 Prosecutors allege that Nichols and co-conspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a bomb that destroyed the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building . Prosecutors allege that Nichols and coconspirator Timothy McVeigh worked together to prepare a 4,000-pound fuel-and-fertilizer bomb that destroyed the Murrah building . -1 3232514 3232502 A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn from United International Pictures , says that unlike The Matrix Revolutions , he cannot detect any advance scepticism , even within the business . A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn , of United International Pictures , says he cannot detect , unlike The Matrix Revolutions , any advance scepticism . -1 784095 784495 " The law has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses , " Ashcroft said . He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " -0 2561428 2561327 " Canada is a small country , and it needs companies like this , deals like this . " A passionate nationalist , Mr. D 'Alessandro said : " Canada is a small country , and we need more companies like this . " -0 581566 581586 Revenue rose to $ 616.5 million from $ 610.6 million a year earlier . Revenue was up a tad , from $ 610.6 million to $ 616.5 million . -1 679580 679663 The winner of the Williams-Mauresmo match will play the winner of Justine Henin-Hardenne vs. Chanda Rubin . The Williams-Mauresmo winner will play the winner of the match between Justine Henin-Hardenne and Chanda Rubin . -1 1860195 1860074 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . " By its actions , " Lieberman said , " the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war . " -0 758247 758152 I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " -1 2875204 2875289 The House passed a similar measure by a wide margin on Sept . 9 . The House of Representative passed an identical amendment on Sept . 9 , by a 227-188 vote . -0 1700574 1700638 Reuters reported Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report , and the Rev. Al Sharpton reported $ 12,061 in the bank . Former Illinois Sen. Carol Moseley Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report . -0 1211445 1211102 After learning she would no longer get an experimental drug that treated her severe peanut allergy , Allison Smith reacted with panic . The nurse called Allison Smith with the news : The experimental drug that so effectively treated her severe peanut allergy was being taken away . -0 2990665 2990721 Darren Dopp , a Spitzer spokesman , declined to comment late Thursday . John Heine , a spokesman for the commission in Washington , declined to comment on Mr. Spitzer 's criticism . -1 1467440 1467475 Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons - we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser , " he told an industry audience in London yesterday . Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons -- we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser . " -0 2763381 2763517 Terri Schiavo , 39 , is expected to die sometime in the next two weeks in the Tampa-area hospice where she has spent the past several years . Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . -0 173865 173817 Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1537 , a fresh four-year high and up a half cent from around $ 1.1480 in late U.S. trade . -1 1966117 1966021 Three American warships are off the Liberian coast carrying a total of 2,300 marines . There are three warships with 2,300 Marines lingering off its coast . -1 153219 153202 Those involved were allegedly told to never speak of the incident again , according to the letter . The letter said staff was told to never speak of the incident . -0 222569 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped $ 1.49 or 27 percent , to $ 4 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 1317197 1317098 " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction , " PeopleSoft responded . In a public statement , a spokesperson said : " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction . " -1 598388 598429 At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant of tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated - yet went without penality from umpire Lars Graf . At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant to tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated – yet went unpenalised by umpire Lars Graf . -1 1857283 1857419 The Pentagon says it 's a technique that 's been successful in predicting elections , even box-office receipts . The Pentagon insists the technique has successfully predicted elections and even box office receipts . -1 1402178 1402015 Treatment guidelines , many written by medical-specialty organizations , recommend approaches to many ailments , such as painkillers and exercise for arthritis . Treatment guidelines , many written by medical specialty organizations , outline recommended approaches to many common ailments , ranging from painkillers and exercise for arthritis to surgery for breast cancer . -1 427232 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared with 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . -1 1990975 1991132 Secretary of State Colin Powell designated the Chechen leader believed responsible for last year 's hostage standoff in a Moscow theater as a threat to U.S. security Friday . U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell on Friday designated Chechen rebel leader Shamil Basayev a threat to the security of the United States and to U.S. citizens . -1 218969 218921 " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , " Mr. Parsons said at a news conference at NASA headquarters . -1 3035805 3035933 None of Deans opponents picked him as someone to party with , nor was Dean asked that question . None of Dean 's opponents picked him as someone to party with and Dean was not asked the question . -1 2920008 2920256 Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event included business and that some of those attending were Tyco employees . Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event was in large part a business function . -1 2204353 2204418 " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President George W Bush . " " Today , we are trying to convey this problem to Russian President Vladimir Putin ( news - web sites ) and President Bush ( news - web sites ) . " -0 117405 116942 The Mariners torched Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the eighth for four runs and a 12-5 bulge . The Mariners piled on against Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the bottom of the inning . -1 887074 886949 In a statement , the Redmond , Wash . , company said that it was acquiring the " intellectual property and technology assets " of GeCAD . Microsoft said Tuesday it intends to acquire the intellectual property and technology assets of Romanian antivirus firm GeCAD Software Srl . -1 60122 60445 That would be a potential setback to Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . The inquiry may hinder Chief Executive Phil Condit 's strategy of bolstering defense-related sales during a slump in jetliner deliveries . -1 419328 419467 The horrific nature of the attacks is often fueled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . The attacks are often fuelled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . -0 1697711 1697837 The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which Mr O Muireagáin was a member , welcomed his release . The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which he was a member , said he was researching a schools exchange project . -1 895046 895020 A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M declined to confirm how many employees were affected . A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M Records declined to elaborate . -0 3363080 3363246 In that same time , the S & P and the Nasdaq have gained about 3.5 percent . The Nasdaq composite gained 4.78 to 1,955.80 , having edged up 0.1 percent last week . -0 1785022 1785160 On Monday , U.S. Army Pfc. Jessica Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . -1 2953368 2953320 He urged member states that contribute police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . Undersecretary-General for Peacekeeping Jean-Marie Guehenno urged member states contributing police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . -1 2412871 2412758 Other changes in the plan refine his original vision , Libeskind said . Many of the changes are improvements to the original plan , Libeskind said . -1 961836 962243 PeopleSoft also said its board had officially rejected Oracle 's offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . -1 2192289 2192322 The new contract extends the guarantee that his annual pay and bonus will be at least $ 2.4 million a year . The contract sets his annual base salary at $ 1.4 million and his target bonus at a minimum of $ 1 million . -1 1660835 1660765 A rebel who was captured said more than 2,000 insurgents were involved in the attack . A captured rebel said 2,100 combatants had been involved in the offensive . -1 1167817 1167737 Under Kansas law , it is illegal for children under the age of 16 to have sexual relations . In the opinion , Kline noted that it is illegal for children that young to have sexual relations . -0 3140260 3140288 The Dow Jones industrial average ended the day down 10.89 at 9,837.94 , after advancing 111.04 Wednesday . The Dow Jones industrial average fell 10.89 points , or 0.11 percent , to 9,837.94 . -0 3013559 3013501 Aside from meeting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on the sidelines of the Forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . On the sidelines of the Bo 'ao forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and held talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . -1 1720166 1720115 Cortisol levels in the saliva of day care children were highest and rose most steeply in those judged by day care center personnel to be the shyest . Cortisol levels in the saliva of day-care children were highest and rose most steeply in those whom day-care centre staffed judged to be the shyest . -1 1901066 1900994 Fires in Spain 's Extremadura region , which borders Portugal , have forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes . Fires in Spain 's Extramadura region bordering Portugal , and Avila province forced hundreds of people to leave their homes . -1 2573262 2573319 " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head-kicker couldn 't be more wrong , " Mr Howard said . " The idea that Tony Abbott is in some way a one-dimensional political head kicker couldn 't be more wrong . " -1 358545 358607 On a planet that takes nearly 165 years to orbit the sun , spring can last more than 40 years . Because it takes Neptune 165 years to orbit the Sun its seasons will last for decades . -1 424643 424716 SSE CEO Marchant said he would sell on Midlands ' power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow British utility International Power Plc IPR.L for 21 million pounds . After the deal SSE will sell on Midlands 's power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow UK utility International Power Plc for 21 million pounds . -0 1353356 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said , adding that 18 countries have adopted biotechnology . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . -1 229248 228887 Crossing Jordan will be back in January after star Jill Hennessy gives birth . NBC also plans to shelve Crossing Jordan until January as star Jill Hennessy has her first child . -1 2181021 2180960 Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university was prepared to keep the campus running with temporary workers and managers doing extra work . Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university planned to keep the campus running with managers and temporary workers performing union workers ' jobs . -1 1050857 1050763 A member of the chart-topping collective So Solid Crew dumped a loaded pistol in an alleyway as he fled from police , a court heard yesterday . A member of the rap group So Solid Crew threw away a loaded gun during a police chase , Southwark Crown Court was told yesterday . -1 1238193 1238167 They passed through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership in 2001 to Syndia . It said the patents were " allegedly " assigned to Syndia in 2001 through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership . -0 41192 41211 Shares of USA Interactive rose $ 2.28 , or 7 percent , to $ 34.96 on Friday in Nasdaq Stock Market composite trading and have gained 53 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . -1 2042707 2042682 We believe them to be without merit , and will defend ourselves vigorously . " We believe it is without merit and we will defend ourselves rigorously . " -1 2221460 2221621 The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , rose 3.28 , or 0.7 percent , to 494.20 . -1 2254053 2254016 The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires like Mr. Schwarzenegger and Mr. Ueberroth , both Republican candidates . The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires such as Schwarzenegger and Ueberroth . -1 1012075 1012032 Dixon put his style on display Sunday afternoon in winning the Honda Indy 225 at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . -1 1090099 1090192 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side may have fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued today that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " -1 1410935 1410955 Among the most recent additions to the list , which to date includes more than 360 groups and individuals , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . The most recent addition to the list , which to date includes 125 names , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . -0 757161 757320 As of Tuesday , almost 250 health-care workers were in quarantine . In addition , 6,800 people were in quarantine and thousands of health-care workers in working quarantine . -1 2109569 2109788 About 1,000 people attended the ceremony , kicking off two days of observances tied to the March on Washington . About 1,000 people came in stifling heat to begin two days of observances tied to the coming 40th anniversary of the March on Washington on Aug. 28 , 1963 . -1 1729705 1729745 Second quarter sales came in at $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million the year before , AMD said . Revenue in the second quarter ended June 29 was $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million a year ago . -1 2225692 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped without injury , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . -0 1787836 1787964 Southwest exercised nine 2004 options and six 2005 options , which were accelerated for delivery next year . Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . -1 1921888 1921873 Professor Hermon-Taylor adds , An unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS ) were also infected with the MAP bug . Hermon-Taylor said an unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS ) may also be infected with MAP . -0 2046226 2046137 Preliminary reports were that the men were not seen together at the airport , sources said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . -0 3041807 3041719 Details of the research appear in the Nov. 5 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The results , published in the Journal of the American Medical Association , involved just 47 heart attack patients . -1 182373 182570 Six countries have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason , the ministry said . Spain , Poland , United Arab Emirates and Lithuania have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason . -0 3435718 3435733 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > tacked on 5.91 points , or 0.29 percent , to 2,053.27 . The technology-focused Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > advanced 6 points , or 0.30 percent , to 2,053 , erasing earlier losses . -1 1082201 1082171 United Airlines plans to become the first domestic airline to offer e-mail on all its domestic flights by the end of the year , the company announced yesterday . United Airways plans to offer in-flight , two-way e-mail on all domestic flights by the end of the year , becoming the first U.S. carrier to do so . -1 524455 524526 Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said it appeared to have veered from its flight path because of the fog . Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said initial information indicated it had veered from its flight path because of fog . -1 2082864 2083180 Meteorologists predicted the storm would become a Category 1 hurricane before landfall . It was predicted to become a Category I hurricane overnight . -1 1678989 1678913 I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker , ' ' Sherry Studabaker told BBC television . I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker . " -1 2251019 2251007 Sweeney said he would formally announce the formation of the new union on Wednesday in Detroit . Sweeney is to formally announce the campaign in a speech Wednesday in Detroit . -1 2738677 2738741 The rate of skin cancer has tripled since the 1950s in Norway and Sweden , according to the study . The study also found that skin cancer nearly tripled in Norway and Sweden since the 1950s . -0 2947200 2947300 Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 290-1 / 2p while Morrison shares rose 1-3 / 4p to 222-3 / 4p in early morning trade . Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 288-1 / 4p in morning trade in London . -1 549224 549434 Emeryville-based Ask Jeeves agreed to sell a business software division to a Sunnyvale-based rival , Kanisa , for $ 4.25 million . Ask Jeeves Wednesday announced it plans to sell its enterprise software division , Jeeves Solutions , to Kanisa . -1 3050823 3051282 " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hate most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . " It went on : " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hated most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . -1 3275436 3275564 A positive PSA test has to be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures before cancer can be confirmed . Before confirming a diagnosis of cancer , a positive PSA test must be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures . -1 2724082 2724346 But Mr. Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . -0 1588251 1588119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index gained 25.75 points , or 1.5 percent , to 1,746.46 , its highest close in about 15 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . -0 2497083 2497357 In 1998 Intel invested $ 500 million in Micron , but later sold the equity it had bought , Mulloy said . Earlier this year , Intel invested $ 123 million in Elpida Memory over two funding rounds , Mulloy said . -1 1499622 1499552 So far , however , only four companies have licensed the protocols , according to the report to the judge yesterday . So far , only four companies have licensed Microsoft 's communications protocols : EMC , Network Appliance , VeriSign and Starbak Communications , the report noted . -1 912352 912568 The speaker issued a one-paragraph statement , saying , " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel J. Michael Boxley , " Silver said . -1 1638813 1639087 We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on 11 September , " Rumsfeld said . Rather , the US acted because the administration saw " existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of our experience on September 11 " . -0 779810 779840 In the second quarter , Anadarko now expects volume of 46 million BOE , down from 48 million BOE . Production for the second quarter was cut to 46 million barrels from 48 million barrels . -1 2594771 2594835 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . The Institute 's national manufacturing barometer slipped to 53.7 in September from 54.7 in August . -0 390614 390727 It got up on his personal radar screen this past week , I 've given him my pitch and he was quite supportive , " he said . " It got up on his personal radar screen in the past week , and I had to get my pitch . -0 1462228 1462201 " It 's just too important to keeping crime down , " he said of Operation Impact , which began Jan. 3 . " It 's just too important to keeping crime down in the city to let it lapse , " the mayor said of Operation Impact . -1 1602801 1602232 The couple was granted an annulment in September 2001 and Joanie Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . Joanie Harper and Brothers were granted an annulment in September 2001 , and Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . -1 1605350 1605425 Trans fat makes up only 1 percent to 3 percent of the total fat Americans consume , compared with 14 percent for saturated fat . Trans fat accounts for 2.5 percent of Americans ' daily calories , compared to 11 percent to 12 percent for saturated fat . -1 2494149 2494073 However , a recent slide in prices and OPEC 's expectations of a surge in oil inventories have compounded its fears about a further softening of the market . A 14 percent slide in crude prices this month and expectations of a build up in oil inventories compounded OPEC 's fears of a further softening of the market . -0 333586 333691 Iraq 's economy was ravaged during years of U.N. sanctions over ex-president Saddam Hussein 's 1990 occupation of Kuwait and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . Iraq 's economy was shattered under former president Saddam Hussein and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . -0 927971 927923 Nationwide , severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 5,300 people , about two-thirds of world 's total , and killed 343 of them . Severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 8,300 worldwide and killed at least 790 , most of them in Asia . -0 2122781 2122817 Under the settlement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million in equal installments over a period of 10 years . Under the agreement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million and Monsanto will pay $ 390 million . -1 3416793 3416659 Smith found the cigarette tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , meaning the tribe is simply an agent for collecting a tax . Smith ruled that the state 's tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , making the tribe simply an agent for collecting the tax . -1 1703383 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a Bloomfield Township parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . -0 1842916 1842855 After Mao 's death in 1976 , Madame Mao was sentenced to life imprisonment for her role in the oppressive Cultural Revolution . After Mao 's death in 1976 , she was tried and sentenced to death , later commuted to life . -0 2333634 2333613 Six vehicles , including one belonging to the army , were damaged in the powerful explosion . Several passing vehicles and an adjacent shop were also damaged in the explosion . -0 3436564 3436580 If convicted , they face up to five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine on each of the 11 counts . If convicted , each faces up to five years in prison and a fine of $ 250,000 or more based on the amount of gains involved . -1 2767189 2767088 There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to outnumber those who accept it by around 20 to 17 . There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to be in the majority . -1 3023029 3023229 Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . Peterson , 31 , is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the slayings of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son , Conner . -1 497592 497567 " Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate [ to demonstrate a vulnerability ] without building in the reproductive sequences . Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate without building in the reproductive sequences . " -1 2222013 2222000 In other words , Cablevision is obligated to pay for YES Network 's lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . Ironically , Cablevision will be footing the bill for YES ' lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . -0 142757 142681 Germany 's Foreign Ministry said it believed the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein , but had no further details . Germany said most of the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein . -1 556817 556894 A gunman who had ``a beef with the Postal Service ' ' stormed into a suburban post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , authorities said . A gunman stormed into the Lakeside post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , San Diego County authorities said . -1 2081069 2081132 The agency will " consider as timely any tax returns or payments due " Aug. 15 if they are submitted by Aug. 22 . The agency said it would consider as timely any tax returns or payments due from Friday through Aug. 22 if they are completed by Aug. 22 . -1 52697 52210 Appleton said police continue to hold out the possibility that more than one person was involved in the poisonings . He said investigators have not ruled out the possibility that more than one person was behind the poisonings . -1 1821953 1822072 " My judgment is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " -1 1910298 1910189 Shares of Microsoft fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft shares ( MSFT : news , chart , profile ) fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 . -1 1084673 1084603 His other films include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam " and " Jungle Fever . " His movies include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam , " " Jungle Fever " and " Do the Right Thing . " -1 386392 386453 She was arraigned in New York state on three counts of murder and ordered held without bail . She was arraigned on three counts of second-degree murder and ordered held without bail in Sullivan County Jail . -1 1125577 1125579 He acted as an international executive producer on Who Wants to be a Millionaire and The Weakest Link . A Melbourne TV producer who worked on shows including Who Wants To Be a Millionaire ? -1 1351550 1351155 Carlson on Tuesday said he would not recuse himself from the case . Service officials said Carlson refused to recuse himself from the case . -1 1784357 1784427 After 9 / 11 , Connolly said , agents spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . Connolly said FBI agents in San Diego and abroad spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . -1 981185 981234 The program will grow to include ports in Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , among others . The program will be expanded to include areas of the Middle East such as Dubai , Turkey and Malaysia , Mr. Ridge said . -0 1343037 1343491 The Dow Jones industrial average fell 98.30 , or 1.1 percent , while bond values fell , too . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . -0 3240212 3240174 Proving that the Millville son 's sacrifice would not go unsung , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-mast for the next 30 days . In Millville yesterday , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-staff for the next 30 days . -1 2733361 2733225 With an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion , Mrs. Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people . Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people , with an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion . -1 1924249 1924200 The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the prisoners freed by Saddam before the war . The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the tens of thousands of prisoners that Mr. Hussein freed last year . -0 127711 127942 Pratt & Whitney had said that 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to Europe , with final assembly in Germany . Pratt & Whitney had said that if it won the contract 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to European suppliers , with final assembly in Germany . -0 2111629 2111786 McCabe said he was considered a witness , not a suspect . " He is not considered a suspect , " McCabe said . -1 655498 655391 The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health care worker , said Dr. Colin D ’ Cunha , Ontario ’ s commissioner of public health . The woman was exposed to the SARS virus while in the hospital but was not a health-care worker , said Dr Colin D 'Cunha , Ontario 's commissioner of public health . -1 1814559 1814485 " People who are high in positive emotions sleep better , they have better diets , they exercise more , they have lower levels of these stress hormones , " Cohen said . " Happy people sleep better , have better diets , exercise more and have less levels of stress hormones , " Cohen said . -0 1319416 1319587 Robin Saunders , head of the bank 's London-based principal finance unit , is also expected to quit . Robin Saunders , head of the principal finance unit , has made clear she has funding to buy parts of the business . -0 1400051 1399931 But the new study , from the Women 's Health Initiative , said the opposite . The discovery so alarmed researchers that they stopped the study , known as the Women 's Health Initiative . -1 2677870 2677957 It wants to force him to return his allegedly ill-gotten gains , with interest , and pay penalties . The agency wants him to return the illegal proceeds with interest and pay civil monetary penalties . -1 533823 533909 He added that those " are not solely American principles , nor are they exclusively Western . " " These are not solely American principles nor are they exclusively Western , " Rumsfeld said . -1 1141165 1141074 Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Hussein hail , about 90 miles north of Baghdad , U.S. military officials said Wednesday night . Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Saddam hail , about 150 kilometres north-west of Baghdad , US military officials said . -1 581592 581570 " If we don 't march into Tehran , I think we will be in pretty good shape , " he said . " As long as we don 't march on Tehran , I think we are going to be in pretty good shape , " he said . -1 175648 175674 They remain 40 percent below the levels prior to February 's initial overstatement news . The stock remains 43 percent below levels prior to the February overstatement news . -0 2637529 2637241 The arrests revealed new details about the four-month investigation at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home . Kerkowski and Fassett 's bodies were unearthed at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home on June 5 . -1 129988 130086 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > lost 6 points , or 0.71 percent , to 927 . The broad Standard & Poors 500-stock index was down 4.77 points to 929.62 . -1 1650317 1650169 Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's conference in Texas . -0 433768 433845 Now , Blanca 's American husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk , faces a murder indictment issued in February by the Philippine government , which says he 's the leading suspect . Now , Blanca 's husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk of Tracy , faces a murder indictment issued by the Philippine government in February . -0 394030 394435 A key question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . -0 697069 697045 " Certainly what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying very seriously , " he added . " We don 't know everything [ but ] what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying seriously , " he said . -0 2079192 2079450 On Wall Street , trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout that continued to affect parts of New York City . Stocks barely budged Friday as trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout in New York . -0 3294289 3294206 Tony Blair has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe at the gathering in the capital Abuja . The Prime Minister has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe . -1 3015328 3015421 Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . James Brolin and Judy Davis play Ronald and Nancy Reagan in the CBS film . -0 2677674 2677852 The Securities and Exchange Commission also filed a civil fraud complaint against Dinh , of Phoenixville . The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . -0 3009646 3009757 Levin 's attorney , Bo Hitchcock , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . -0 3455245 3455323 A month ago a military C-17 transporter returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded . A month ago a military transport plane returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded in what officials called a " safety incident . " -1 3175893 3176113 The Swiss franc rose nearly a third of a centime against the dollar and was last at 1.2998 < CHF = > to the greenback . The Swiss franc rose three quarters of a percent against the dollar and was last at 1.2980 to the greenback . -0 314376 314810 Associated Press Writers Michelle Morgante in San Diego and Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . Associated Press Writer Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . -0 1010655 1010430 On Saturday , a 149mph serve against Agassi equalled Rusedski 's world record . On Saturday , Roddick equalled the world record with a 149 m.p.h. serve in beating Andre Agassi . -1 1497869 1497957 The purchase is the largest conservation transaction in Hawaii 's history , the agencies said . The $ 22 million deal , announced Thursday , is also the largest land conservation transaction in Hawaii history . -0 132072 131680 She said Nelson heard someone shout , " Let 's get the Jew ! " Mr. Nelson heard people shout : " There 's a Jew . -1 3047892 3047936 The FCC said existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment would remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . It also required that existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment will remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . -1 2728250 2728424 Motorola had scheduled its earnings report to be released today after the close of trading . The Schaumburg , Ill.-based company had scheduled its earnings report to be released on Tuesday after the close of trading . -1 1721269 1721439 For the third time in the past four years , wildfires are the problem . It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . -0 1927830 1927804 Most of those killed were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal who were working at Rohtang tunnel . The majority of the dead were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal . -1 388283 388371 Axcan 's shares closed down 63 Canadian cents , or 4 percent , at C $ 16.93 in Toronto on Tuesday . Axcan 's shares were down 3.8 percent , or 66 Canadian cents , at C $ 16.90 in Toronto on Tuesday . -0 472948 472521 It forecast 445 billion yen in loan-loss charges for the year ending next March . The bank booked 820 billion yen in loan-loss charges compared with 1.9 trillion yen a year ago . -0 3063387 3063680 Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch dismissed on Friday claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . -1 1006726 1006791 On Thursday , Lee won a preliminary injunction in New York preventing Viacom from using the name " Spike TV . " On Thursday , a New York City judge ordered Viacom to stop using the name Spike TV pending a trial . -1 3388966 3389018 A grief-stricken old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , uttering : " My child , my child . " One old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , only able to utter : " My child , my child . " -1 1741621 1742071 In 1999 a California legislator proposed a law requiring driving tests for those over the age of 75 who sought to renew their licenses . In 1999 a California state senator proposed a law requiring motorists over the age of 75 to take driving tests to renew their licenses . -0 3271965 3272067 More than 400 people have been killed since August , including Afghan and foreign aid workers , U.S. and Afghan soldiers , officials and police , and many guerrillas . They have included local and foreign aid workers , U.S. troops , Afghan soldiers , officials and police , as well as many guerrillas . -1 2241925 2242066 Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new technologies and methods to communicate more quickly and efficiently . Chad Kolton , emergency management spokesman with the Department of Homeland Security , said the government is open to new ways to communicate . -1 1603953 1603866 The results will be published the July 10 issue of the journal Nature . The results appear in Thursday ’ s issue of the journal Nature . -1 2573271 2573289 The Opposition Leader , Simon Crean , said John Howard had been forced to make changes by the incompetence of his ministers . The Leader of the Opposition , Simon Crean , said from Jakarta that the reshuffle had been forced by ministerial incompetence . -1 62712 62605 In fact , 10 million shares of the sale went to an unidentified charitable trust - which promptly sold them . Turner said he transferred 10 million additional shares to a charitable trust , which also liquidated them . -0 1515667 1515844 The airline says only Robert Milton is taking a 15-per-cent reduction in pay . The airline 's pilots , for example , are taking a 15-per-cent cut . -1 577830 578527 The WHIMS study found that combination hormone therapy doubled the risk for probable dementia in women 65 and older and did not prevent mild cognitive impairment . One study found that combination therapy doubled the risk of probable dementia and did not prevent less-severe mental decline . -0 1013629 1013779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 16.02 points , or 1.62 percent , at 1,004.63 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 28.73 points , or 1.77 percent , at 1,655.22 . -1 1793282 1793115 Researchers found that people 65 and older who had fish once a week had a 60 % lower risk of Alzheimer 's than those who never or rarely ate fish . Older people who eat fish at least once a week could cut their risk of Alzheimer 's by more than half , a study suggests . -0 2661773 2661839 The product also features an updated release of the Apache Web server , as well as Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis . Panther Server also includes an updated release of Apache , along with Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis for creating powerful web services . -1 2796978 2797024 " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra told business leaders . " APEC leaders are painfully aware that security and prosperity are inseparable , " Thaksin said . -1 1958219 1958344 Clayton 's shares were also suspended from trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Clayton Homes ' stock ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange after Wednesday 's close . -1 3349925 3349953 The cleanup , including new carpeting , electrical wiring and bathrooms , cost about $ 130 million . The $ 130 million cleanup included new carpet , electrical wiring and bathrooms . -1 1551928 1551941 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . -0 774305 774531 They said many had been beaten , and police officers also stormed private wards at the hospital and harassed patients . They said the police officers also entered various private wards at the clinic and attacked patients . -1 1369889 1369743 US authorities blame Al Qaeda for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . U.S. authorities blame Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida network for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . -0 2413943 2414227 Standing with reporters and photographers about 150 yards from the prison gates was Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . -1 703785 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a US $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . -1 816836 816862 Earlier this year , the company announced a restatement of its 2002 , 2001 and 2000 financial results . Earlier this year , the company said it would restate its 2000 , 2001 and 2002 financial results . -1 3254507 3254576 U.S. same-store sales last months at Tim Hortons rose 8.8 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . -1 2486780 2486826 World economic leaders hailed signs of a global revival on Tuesday but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . DUBAI , SEPTEMBER 23 : The world economic leaders hailed on Tuesday signs of a global revival but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . -0 2410247 2410058 Sterling was down 0.8 percent against the dollar at $ 1.5875 GBP = . The dollar rose 0.15 percent against the Japanese currency to 115.97 yen . -1 881910 882010 Police said they believe Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates - though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . -1 1023571 1023460 Peck died peacefully at his Los Angeles home early Thursday with his wife of 48 years , Veronique , by his side . Peck , who was 87 , died peacefully at his Los Angeles home last Thursday with his French-born wife of 48 years , Veronique , at his side . -0 709 140 Holden toured Northmoor , a small town in Platte County , Mo . , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed . Mr. Holden toured Northmoor , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed and the town hall and police station also were damaged . -1 2122033 2121806 But in the end , all the worm did was visit a pornography site , said Vincent Weafer , a security director with Symantec Security Response in California . But Vincent Weafer , security director with Symantec Security Response , said all the virus did was visit a pornography site . -1 1859329 1859352 While it was being called mandatory , Dupont said authorities were not forcing people from their homes . It was called mandatory , but Dupont said authorities did not force people to leave . -1 21117 21294 Shares in Juniper Networks jumped more than 10 per cent on Monday after the networking equipment maker inked a sales and marketing deal with Lucent Technologies . The stock of Juniper Networks Inc. rose sharply Monday after the Mountain View , Calif.-based network-equipment maker announced a distribution and development deal with Lucent Technologies Inc . -0 2565368 2565308 The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . U.S. District Judge Lee R. West ruled Tuesday in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacks authority to run the registry . -1 2029879 2029809 The report said the Corpus Christi-based agent twice called Escobar while the legislator was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . The report said the agent twice called state Rep. Juan Escobar while he was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . -1 2886542 2886524 Yesterday , shares closed up 29 cents , or 0.54 percent , at $ 54.32 . Amazon 's shares yesterday closed at $ 54.32 on the Nasdaq Stock Market , up 29 cents . -1 1570656 1570634 North American futures pointed to a sub-par start to trading on Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . North American stock markets got off to a slow start Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . -1 1106299 1106238 President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . President George Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for war . -1 1702374 1702510 Officials with Rescue California , one of the groups leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit laughable . The director of Rescue California , the group leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit " laughable . " -1 607862 607926 The agreement resolves a lawsuit AOL filed against Microsoft in January 2002 on behalf of its subsidiary , Netscape Communications . The legal settlement resolves the private anti-trust lawsuit filed against Microsoft in January 2002 by AOL Time Warner 's America Online unit on behalf of its Netscape subsidiary . -0 822527 822661 The street-racing sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " won the pole position at the box office , taking in an estimated $ 52.1 million in its opening weekend . The PG-13 sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " raked in an estimated $ 52.1 million during its opening weekend , jumping over last weekend 's catch , " Finding Nemo . " -1 1742856 1742961 Dell has about 32 percent of the U.S. market , but much lower share in the rest of the world . Dell has 32 percent of the PC market in the United States , but it has only a 10 percent share in the rest of the world . -1 1946070 1946095 He was sent to Larned State Hospital , where he was evaluated and treated . He ordered him sent to the Larned State Security Hospital for continued evaluation and treatment . -0 1077094 1076865 Two weeks later on New Year 's night , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick was discovered bound and strangled in her apartment . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . -0 2098822 2098594 With the power back on , state workers headed back to their jobs Friday morning . Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . -1 2905740 2905779 The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada - the FDA 's counterpart in Canada . The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada , which serves a similar role as the FDA for the Canadian government . -0 2009313 2009334 Democrats argue they are not constitutionally required to redraw the lines , and that proposed maps would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . They argue that proposed congressional redistricting maps reviewed by the Legislature would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . -1 556729 556771 After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages after authorities delivered on his request for soft drinks . After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages when authorities delivered on his request for a six-pack of soda . -1 3009407 3008992 Lee Peterson testified that he reached his son on his cell phone and talked to him for a couple of minutes . Lee said he reached Scott on his cell phone and they talked for a couple minutes between noon and 2 p.m. on Dec. 24 . -0 101746 101775 Danbury prosecutor Warren Murray could not be reached for comment Monday . Prosecutors could not be reached for comment after the legal papers were obtained late Monday afternoon . -0 3303186 3303083 Both bidders agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt owed on the planes . Wexford had agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt to buy the planes and certificate . -0 139339 139370 In 1999 , the building 's owners , the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey , issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 { inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . -0 1474190 1474666 A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . His injured co-worker , a woman , was hospitalized as well but listed in good condition , Reichert said . -0 698721 698773 Palm plans to issue about 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders , on a fully diluted basis . Palm will issue approximately 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders . -1 214550 214034 The judge ordered the unsealing yesterday at the request of several news agencies , including The Seattle Times , The Associated Press and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer . The depositions were made public yesterday at the request of the P-I , The Seattle Times and The Associated Press . -1 327839 327748 Wittig resigned last year after being indicted on federal bank fraud charges involving a real estate loan unrelated to Westar business . Wittig resigned in late November about two weeks after being indicted on bank fraud charges in a real estate case unrelated to the company . -1 1369897 1369750 Assani said Tuesday he did not know what to charge the men with because US officials refused to share information with him . Prosecutors said they did not know what crimes to charge the men with because U.S. officials refused to share information with them . -1 578529 578450 Researchers predicted an additional 23 cases of dementia a year for every 10,000 women on the therapy . This represents an additional 23 cases of dementia per year in every 10,000 women treated . -1 3088719 3088344 Jacob has pushed consolidation for years , but he has said many communities , especially rural ones , have opposed it . Jacob has pushed consolidation for years but said it has been opposed by many communities , especially rural ones . -1 637875 637821 A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times as hot as a blowtorch . " A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times hotter than a blowtorch . -1 1587560 1587910 Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . Under terms of the agreement , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 shares of EMC common stock for each Legato share they hold . -1 3224745 3224869 " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a ' compromise . ' " " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a compromise , " Hollings said in a statement . -0 1568530 1568622 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders . Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders about troop needs in Iraq . -1 1657631 1657617 Goodrem , 18 , announced on Friday that she was suffering Hodgkin 's disease , a curable form of lymphoma cancer . It was announced on Friday that Goodrem had been diagnosed with Hodgkin 's disease , a form of cancer which affects the lymph nodes . -1 2330905 2330778 He says that " this is a time when we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it . " This is the time we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it , " he wrote . -1 2516995 2517032 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . Burma pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be released from a hospital after recovering from surgery but remain under detention at home , her personal physician said today . -0 2988297 2988555 Shattered Glass , " starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . " Shattered Glass " _ starring Hayden Christensen as Stephen Glass , The New Republic journalist fired for fabricating stories _ debuted well with $ 80,000 in eight theaters . -1 20860 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for not meeting the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . -1 960865 960919 The budget fell steadily until dropping as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and has gradually risen to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . It fell steadily until it dropped as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and rose gradually to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . -1 4544 4728 A council of up to nine Iraqis probably will lead the countrys interim government through the coming months , the U.S. civil administrator said Monday . A council of up to nine Iraqis will probably lead the country 's still unformed interim government through the coming months , the American civil administrator said Monday . -1 2217613 2217659 He was arrested Friday night at an Alpharetta seafood restaurant while dining with his wife , singer Whitney Houston . He was arrested again Friday night at an Alpharetta restaurant where he was having dinner with his wife . -1 3057898 3057973 They found molecules that can only be produced when ozone breaks down cholesterol . And all of the samples contained molecules that can only be produced when cholesterol interacts with ozone . -1 2052102 2052009 Ghulam Mahaiuddin , head of administration in the southern province of Helmand , said the bus blast happened early in the morning , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . The bus blast in Helmand happened early in the morning in Nadi Ali district , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . -1 2025345 2025384 Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys would be financed with cash on hand plus bank borrowings being arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys will be made up of money on hand , plus bank borrowings arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . -1 800170 800387 Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein possessed chemical and biological weapons and was hiding them . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein ( news - web sites ) possessed chemical , biological and other weapons and was hiding them . -1 1114071 1114169 The numbers highlight a conundrum : the difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . As stark as the numbers themselves , is the conundrum they highlight : the growing difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . -1 126756 126728 " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " he said . Overall , " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " said Burt Flickinger of Strategic Resource Group . -1 2826484 2826474 The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . -1 1311599 1311475 The two cases concerned the admissions policies of the University of Michigan 's law school and undergraduate college . The two cases were from the University of Michigan , one involving undergraduate admissions and the other , law school admissions . -0 1583605 1583419 With the test , Hubbard said , " I believe that we have found the smoking gun . " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . -0 1244619 1244520 Scribner 's body was found floating in the city 's Portage Bay , where he lived with his wife in a houseboat . A kayaker found Dr. Scribner 's body floating near the doctor 's houseboat in Portage Bay , where he was eating lunch when his wife , Ethel , left for an appointment . -1 276585 276121 Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the central government . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . -0 2932499 2932655 The Pentagon , saying that Boykin requested it , is investigating his remarks . The Pentagon has begun an official investigation into Boykin 's remarks . -1 2123408 2123821 She said Jane Doe 's lawyers asked Verizon to withhold her name because she was planning on challenging the subpoena . Jane Doe , deciding to fight the subpoena , asked Verizon to withhold her name . -1 2809238 2809225 The two men were allegedly trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the assassination plot . The informant alleged that the two arrested men were trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the conspiracy to kill Mr Putin . -1 1642377 1641945 The council comprises 13 Shi 'ites , five Sunni Arabs , five Kurds , an Assyrian Christian and a Turkmen . The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . -0 2128530 2128455 However , EPA officials would not confirm the 20 percent figure . Only in the past few weeks have officials settled on the 20 percent figure . -1 2208376 2208198 University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman said in a statement on the university 's Web site , " Our fundamental values haven 't changed . " Our fundamental values haven 't changed , " Mary Sue Coleman , president of the university , said in a statement in Ann Arbor . -0 2954631 2954533 Eyewitnesses told how Sally , 62 , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , screamed as the escalator collapsed then sucked her in . Mother-of-two Sally , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , had stepped on to the escalator when it collapsed . -1 2510105 2510295 The company is working with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE development community as part of the effort . This framework will be based on the company 's work with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE community . -0 2233837 2233648 The United States has accused Iran of masking plans to make nuclear weapons behind a civilian nuclear programme . The United States has repeatedly accused Iran of trying to develop nuclear weapons . -0 2060828 2060865 A new variant of Blaster also appeared Wednesday and seemed to be spreading , according to antivirus companies . The new variation of Blaster was identified Wednesday , according to antivirus company Sophos . -0 2420461 2420627 Directed by Jonathan Lynn from a script by Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . Whole Nine Yards , " and written by first-time screenwriters Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . -0 1110030 1109897 The U.N. nuclear watchdog reprimanded Iran on Thursday for failing to comply with its nuclear safeguards obligations and called on Tehran to unconditionally accept stricter inspections by the agency . The U.N. atomic watchdog rapped Iran Thursday for failing to comply with nuclear safeguards , issuing a statement Washington said underlined international opposition to Tehran developing any banned weapons . -0 1053893 1053856 She said he persisted and she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in the front seat of his car . She said she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in his car , and they chatted . -1 1980654 1980641 The first products are likely to be dongles costing between US $ 100 and US $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . The first products will likely be dongles costing $ 100 to $ 150 that will establish connections between consumer electronics devices and PCs . -1 409061 408834 A base configuration with a 2.0GHz Intel Celeron processor , 128M bytes of memory , a 40G-byte hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs US $ 729 . A base configuration with a 2.4GHz Pentium 4 , 128MB of RAM , a 40GB hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs $ 699 . -1 2614750 2614861 " We have some small opportunities in November and maybe January , " Mr. Parsons said optimistically . " I think we have some opportunities -- some small opportunities -- in November and possibly January , " he said . -0 554880 554867 Tidmarsh will compete in today 's third round . Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . -0 413070 413025 Foam flaking off from all over the tank left dozens of pockmarks each flight on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . During the problem liftoffs , foam left dozens of pockmarks on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . -0 1818993 1819308 Mr Eddington described Monday 's talks with union leaders as " sensible " . Mr Eddington is to meet union leaders today and tomorrow . -1 368268 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . -0 345633 345651 During the same quarter last year , EDS declared a profit of $ 354 million , or 72 cents per share . EDS reported a first-quarter loss of $ 126 million , or 26 cents per share . -0 2508905 2508873 ICANN has criticised the changes and asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend them . ICANN asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend Site Finder while the Internet community studied the issues . -1 957412 957368 Less than a month after departing her anchor 's chair at " Dateline NBC , " Jane Pauley has signed a new deal with NBC to host a syndicated daytime talk show . Less than a month after leaving as host of " Dateline NBC , " Pauley agreed Thursday to launch a daytime talk show for NBC Enterprises . -1 67647 67568 " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar to multi-party democracy and national conciliation . " " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar closer to multiparty democracy and national reconciliation , " a government statement said . -0 758946 758882 The administration cited those links as primary justification for invading Iraq and toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein . The Bush administration cited that intelligence as primary justification for invading Iraq . -1 401776 401856 A few hours later , the House voted 256 to 170 to pass the Healthy Forest Restoration Act sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . The House voted 256-170 on Tuesday to approve the bill sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . -1 1093801 1093505 I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today . " I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today , Beckham said in the statement . -0 44128 44110 Bremer will focus on the politics , Garner said , adding that he expects Bremer to arrive in Iraq by next week . Bremer will focus on the politics and Garner on the rest of the reconstruction efforts , Garner said , adding that Bremer will arrive in Iraq by next week . -1 364285 364510 More than 130 people and $ 17 million have been seized nationwide in operations by the FBI and other agencies to stop cybercrime . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . -0 3428580 3428605 The family stopped for lunch at Freshwater Spit , where several children went to the water 's edge to play in the surf shortly after noon . Several children , including the 8-year-old , went down to the water 's edge to play in the surf . -0 126081 126035 Island Def Jam must pay $ 52 million in punitive damages , and Cohen must pay the remaining $ 56 million , the jury said . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . -0 589579 589557 However , Lapidus expects foreign brands ' sales to be up 4 percent , driven by strong truck sales at Honda Motor Co . Lapidus expects Ford to be down 5 percent , Chrysler down 10 percent and foreign brands up 4 percent driven by strong truck sales at Honda . -1 816362 816340 Without going into specifics , Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs . Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs , though they did not get into specifics . -1 2444625 2444663 " I am happy to be here in the United States , far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson said through a Spanish interpreter . " I am very happy to be here in the United States far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson told the judge . -1 1636060 1635946 Michel , who remains in the government , denied that US pressure had provoked the government 's move . Michel , who has stayed in the new government , denied that it was U.S. pressure which had provoked the government 's move . -0 2728531 2728557 Excluding one-time items , the company enjoyed a profit of 6 cents a share . Excluding one-time items , it expects profit of 11 cents to 15 cents a share . -1 2907521 2907231 In January 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised Frozen Fantasies . On Jan. 12 , 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised " Frozen Fantasies . " -1 2045000 2045542 Lakhani was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to a terrorist group and acting as an arms broker without a license . He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . -1 1128342 1128293 General Motors Corp. posted a record 8.4 percent improvement in 2000 . General Motors Corp. posted the best-ever improvement in 2000 at 8.4 percent . -0 113542 113404 Woodley , who underwent a liver transplant in 1992 , died of liver and kidney failure . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . -1 75607 75647 Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 most-wanted Iraqis now in US custody . Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 who have been caught . -0 2100801 2100840 Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and the spending limits that come with it and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . -1 2494709 2494434 " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the FTC authority to implement the national Do Not Call list . " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the F.T.C. authority to implement the national do-not-call list , " the congressmen said in a statement . -1 2331916 2331805 Ruffner , 45 , doesn 't yet have an attorney in the murder charge , authorities said . Ruffner , 45 , does not have a lawyer on the murder charge , authorities said . -1 1630585 1630657 Some of the computers also are used to send spam e-mail messages to drum up traffic to the sites . Some are also used to send spam e-mail messages to boost traffic to the sites . -1 1149320 1149378 It also faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to the company 's business , he added . " It is highly conditional , faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to our business . " -1 2566479 2566562 Mason said al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport on Sunday as he came into the country . Al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport after arriving on a British Airways flight from London . -1 822726 822816 I never thought I 'd write these words , but here goes : I miss Vin Diesel . I never thought I 'd say this , but I almost missed Vin Diesel at first . -0 1704503 1704527 The report ranked 45 large companies based on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . Of those three , only Dillard 's responded to the survey that ranked 45 large companies on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . -1 1363174 1362840 Those findings , published in today 's Journal of the American Medical Association , are the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . The findings , published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association , were the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . -0 1741477 1742080 A view of the devastation left behind when a man drove his car through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica on Wednesday . The body of a victim lies under a yellow tarp in front of a car that plowed through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica . -1 2635090 2635234 Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . Legal experts say the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . -1 885963 886113 An amendment to remove the exemption for the state-sanctioned sites failed on a much closer 237-186 vote . An amendment to remove such protections failed by a vote of 186 to 237 . -1 1367262 1366598 The AP quotes a local policeman as saying the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during a demonstration yesterday in the town of Majar Al-Kabir . Associated Press quotes a local policeman as saying that the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during an earlier demonstration in the town of Majar al-Kabir . -1 144649 144855 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaeda " . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " -1 1311944 1312142 Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said yesterday that the men 's behavior " was a disgrace , and totally inappropriate for city employees . " Mayor Bloomberg said the " behavior of the people in question was a disgrace and totally inappropriate for city employees . " -1 1904549 1904949 Right now , only six states do : Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia , and Wisconsin . Manuals produced by only six states _ Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia and Wisconsin _ now have such sections . -0 447728 447699 Indonesia 's army has often been accused of human rights abuses during GAM 's battle for independence , charges it has generally denied while accusing the separatists of committing rights violations . Indonesia 's army has been accused of human rights abuses during its earlier battles with GAM , charges it has generally denied . -1 816832 816868 Mr. Brendsel is expected to remain with the Freddie Mac Foundation . Freddie expects Brendsel to continue serving as chair of the Freddie Mac Foundation . -1 2480058 2479942 They also are reshaping the retail business relationship elsewhere , as companies take away ideas and practices that change how they do business in their own firms and with others . They also are reshaping the retail-business relationship , as companies take away concepts and practices that change how they do business internally and with others . -0 2594777 2594743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 39.39 points , or 2.2 percent , to 1,826.33 , after losing more than 2 percent on Tuesday . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 194.14 points , or 2.09 percent , to 9,469.20 after sinking more than 1 percent a day earlier . -1 532804 532661 Frank Quattrone , the former Credit Suisse First Boston technology investment-banking guru , reportedly pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . NEW YORK - ( Dow Jones ) - Former star investment banker Frank Quattrone pleaded not guilty Tuesday to criminal charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . -1 544327 544219 It is the fifth such election in Iraq , after the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . Other elections have taken place in the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . -1 722149 721936 It said a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission is expected as well . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -1 2123788 2123881 " This individual 's lawyers are trying to obtain from the court a free pass to download or upload music online illegally . " " Her lawyers are trying to obtain a free pass to download or upload music on-line illegally . -0 968474 968105 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 26 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.17 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . -0 2968158 2968212 The shooter ran away , police said , eluding an officer who gave chase . Police said the shooter ran away from an officer who chased him , and still was being sought Thursday night . -1 1959733 1960031 But SCO has hit back , saying : " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . In a statement , an SCO spokeman said , " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . -1 994934 994692 Helicopters hovered over al-Khalidiya into the early hours of Sunday . Helicopters hovered throughout the day over the Al-Khalidiya neighborhood where the raid took place . -1 2500633 2500732 If Walker appeals Parrish 's ruling , it would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . The appeal would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . -1 2828314 2828036 Boykin ’ s also referred to Islamist fighters as America ’ s “ spiritual enemy ” that , “ will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus ” . Our " spiritual enemy , " Boykin continued , " will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus . " -1 753887 753925 The first vulnerability is a buffer overrun that results from IE 's failure to properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . First up , Microsoft said a buffer overrun vulnerability occurs because IE does not properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . -1 3320834 3320891 " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not co-mingling appropriated and non-appropriated funds ( from Congress ) , " said Faletti . " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not comingling appropriated and nonappropriated funds [ from Congress ] , " said Faletti . -1 98431 98656 In Falluja on Thursday , two grenades were thrown at soldiers from the Third Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven . In Al-Fallujah , two grenades were thrown Thursday at soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven , none seriously . -1 1888279 1887736 Prince Saud said , " The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of September 11 , 2001 . " " The kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of Sept . 11 , 2001 , " he said . -1 3179086 3179247 " If the voluntary reliability standards were complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem . " " If the voluntary reliability standards had been complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem , " Mr. Dhaliwal said . -0 817767 818075 China accounted for about 14 percent of Motorola 's sales last year , and the company has large manufacturing operations there . China accounted for 14 % of Motorola 's $ 26.7 billion in sales last year . -1 1606495 1606619 Bush also hoped to polish his anti-AIDS credentials in Uganda , which has been hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the killer disease . President Bush flies to Uganda Friday hoping to polish his anti- AIDS credentials in a country hailed as an African pioneer in fighting the epidemic . -1 2426433 2426378 Shares of MONY were gaining $ 2.57 , or 9 % , to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading on Instinet . MONY shares rose 8.76 per cent to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading in New York . -0 41036 41207 Founded in 1996 , the LendingTree exchange consists of more than 200 banks , lenders , and brokers . LendingTree matches borrowers via the Internet with more than 200 mortgage brokers , banks and other lenders . -0 1802451 1802621 Houston fourth-graders also performed similarly to national peers in writing . " New York City and Houston fourth-graders were at the national average in writing . -1 3049097 3049174 If achieved it would represent an increase of 10 per cent from the same quarter a year ago . That would represent an increase of some 10 per cent from the year before , it added . -0 352111 352127 It cut taxes while balancing the budget for three years and reduced Europe 's second highest per capita national debt . It cut taxes while still balancing the budget for three years and bringing down Europe 's highest national debt as a proportion of gross domestic product after Italy . -0 316781 316726 " We continue to work with the Saudis on this , but they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . -1 1729777 1729703 In the second quarter last year , the company experienced a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents a share , on sales of $ 600 million . The company posted a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents per share , in the year-earlier period , it said in a statement Wednesday . -0 659434 659543 We don 't know if any will be SARS , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . -1 1144181 1144125 We need a certifiable pay as you go budget by mid-July or schools wont open in September , Strayhorn said . Texas lawmakers must close a $ 185.9 million budget gap by the middle of July or the schools wont open in September , Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn said Thursday . -1 2009781 2009643 In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to serve 200,000 children in 15 cities , most who come from housing projects or homeless shelters . In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to 15 cities , serving 200,000 children , most of whom come from housing projects or homeless shelters . -1 1657933 1657875 A spokesman said : " Further testing is under way but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook is positive . " " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . -1 1550897 1550977 Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . This fall the command will send trainers to work with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and gathering intelligence . -1 908371 908485 Except for a few archaic characteristics , they are as recognizable as Hamlet 's poor Yorick . Except for a few archaic characteristics , the skulls are readily recognizable . -0 3391807 3391585 He is a brother to three-year-old Mia , from Kate 's first marriage , to film producer Jim Threapleton . Winslet , 28 , has a three-year-old daughter Mia by her first husband , British film producer Jim Threapleton . -1 390669 390518 Only two other countries , Germany and the Dominican Republic , have publicly expressed reservations , and Germany has since said it will sign it . Only two other countries , the Dominican Republic and Germany , publicly expressed reservations about the treaty , and Germany has since said it will support the pact . -1 1786751 1786721 The settlement includes $ 4.1 million in attorneys ' fees and expenses . Plaintiffs ' attorneys would get $ 4.1 million of the settlement . -0 2634670 2634777 It reports a mailing list of 50,000 and support from about 500 congregations and 50 bishops . The group has the support of about 215 churches and an estimated 25 bishops . -1 2396402 2396167 Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there , " Reuters reports Langone as saying . " Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there . " -1 2224083 2223824 The state has received 19 entries in a competition for a World Trade Center Memorial and is working with families of victims to select a winner . The state has received 19 entries in that competition and is working with families of victims to select a winner . -1 3331063 3330996 However , John Clare , chief executive of the Dixons Group , expressed his disappointment . John Clare , Dixons chief executive , objected to the Commission 's findings . -0 3356730 3356964 " The same three Response Team members also met with Monsignor Grass , who while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true . " Monsignor Grass ... while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true , " the statement said . -1 2594785 2594802 U.S. manufacturing growth expanded for the third straight month in September but at a slower pace , according to a report released shortly after the opening bell . US manufacturing grew for the third consecutive month in September , but at a slower rate than in previous months , according to a survey released Wednesday . -1 2560775 2560832 Microsoft has described the technology as " a brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media rich applications in Longhorn . " Microsoft calls it : " A brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media-rich applications in Longhorn . " -0 1738026 1737931 But for more than a century , an untold amount of money intended for some of the nation 's poorest residents was lost , stolen or never collected . For more than a century , an undetermined amount of money was lost , stolen , or never collected . -1 2983733 2983954 It is rare for a legal challenge to occur before a bill becomes law . Experts say legal challenges are rare before a bill becomes law . -1 3150046 3150090 St. Paul Chairman and Chief Executive Jay S. Fishman , 51 , will be CEO of the combined company . Jay Fishman , 51 , chairman and chief executive of St Paul , will be chief executive of the combined company . -0 1166934 1166943 There are now 37 active probable cases in the GTA , compared with 70 cases on June 6 . And , globally , the number of active probable cases has declined to 573 . -0 2983756 2983898 The constitutionality of outlawing partial birth abortion is not an open question . Defenders of the partial birth abortion ban downplayed the legal challenges . -1 1330508 1330636 " It should have reported that it was sailing with an atomic bomb cargo , " Anomeritis said , referring to the quantity of explosives on board . " It should have declared that it was sailing with a cargo that was like an atomic bomb , " said Anomeritis . -1 799342 799270 Mr. Bergonzi was the finance chief from 1995 until his departure in 1999 , and was intimately involved in the alleged scheme to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . Mr. Bergonzi was the chief financial officer from 1995 until his departure , and was intimately involved in many of the alleged schemes to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . -1 1257219 1257412 The Aspen Fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by today on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . -1 430306 430336 They said he would be open to letting that license go to the city of Chicago . Schafer said the governor would be open to offering that last license for a riverboat in Chicago . -1 3256259 3256410 It argued that such access " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " -1 1549140 1549120 The male eagle was found by a zookeeper early Thursday , suffering from severe puncture wounds in his abdomen . The 21-year-old eagle , found by a zookeeper early Thursday , had severe puncture wounds to his abdomen and back , spokeswoman Julie Mason said . -1 1267764 1267499 He served as a marine in the Second World War and afterward began submitting articles to magazines . After serving as a marine in World War II , he began submitting articles to magazines . -0 2054395 2054436 The Legislature on Wednesday sent Gov. Jeb Bush a bill it hopes will lower malpractice insurance rates and keep doctors from limiting their practices or moving out of state . The Legislature on Wednesday approved a bill that caps damages received by medical malpractice plaintiffs in the hopes it will lower insurance rates and help the state retain doctors . -1 622377 622296 In Taiwan , the capital 's mayor and other officials handed out free thermometers in a islandwide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign Sunday , amid evidence that containment efforts were also paying off . In Taiwan , officials handed out free thermometers in an island-wide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign amid signs containment efforts were paying off . -0 3374201 3374248 Lawtey is not the first faith-based program in Florida 's prison system . But Lawtey is the first entire prison to take that path . -0 490376 490490 The reports helped overcome investor jitters after the euro briefly hit an all-time high against the dollar Tuesday . Stocks slipped at the open after the euro hit record highs against the dollar . -1 544218 544326 American forces here organized the elections , which officials say are important steps toward establishing democracy in Iraq . U.S. forces organized the elections , which officials said were a step toward establishing democracy in the nation . -0 2464939 2464878 Negotiators talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . -1 851920 851911 " If draining the ponds in Maryland will help further establish [ his ] innocence , we welcome it . If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " -1 862717 862805 But Cruz resembled a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with the girl 's mother , Lansdowne said . Cruz looked like a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with Jennette 's mother , Chief William Lansdowne said . -0 31854 31913 Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the law would have made it illegal for bar and restaurant patrons to light up . Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the smoking law would have prevented bar and restaurant patrons from lighting up , but exempted private clubs from the regulation . -1 14644 14613 A number below 50 suggests contraction in the manufacturing sector , while a number above that indicates expansion . A reading above 50 suggests growth in the sector , while a number below that level indicates contraction . -1 578442 577829 Half of the women were given a daily dose of the drug and half took a placebo . Half the women received a daily tablet of the combination oestrogen plus progestin while the rest were given a placebo . -0 1708654 1708435 It would be difficult to overestimate the potential dangers of the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) vulnerability . The flaw involves the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) protocol , which deals with inter-computer communications . -1 1352610 1352741 Mr. Bloomberg later told reporters that the agreement " will be a compromise , like the real world requires . " " It will be a compromise , like the real world requires , " he said . -0 556727 556769 The man , who entered the post office in Lakeside shortly before 3 p.m. , gave up to deputies about 6 : 30 p.m. The man had entered the post office on Woodside Avenue at Maine Avenue shortly before 3 p.m. -0 3301397 3301422 Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , recovering from a quad bike crash , is conscious and joking in his hospital bed , his daughter Kelly said tonight . Doctors hope rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , who is recovering from a quad bike crash , will begin breathing unassisted again soon , they said today . -0 811407 811378 The New York senator 's new book , " Living History , " appears a certain bestseller . Hillary Clinton , the New York senator and former first lady , has a book out Monday titled Living History . -1 1467373 1467347 IBM is also " pursuing membership in the group " and plans to be an active participant , according to the CELF statement . CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . -1 1518091 1518014 Through Thursday , Oracle said 34.75 million PeopleSoft shares had been tendered . Some 34.7 million shares have been tendered , Oracle said in a statement . -0 1151081 1151065 The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . A third executive , chief operating officer David Glenn was fired . -1 2704026 2704076 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment . -0 58353 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 1.16 points to 1,504.04 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . -0 219039 218851 He will replace Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation April 23 . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . -0 503438 503272 Pen Hadow , who became the first person to reach the geographic North Pole unsupported from Canada , has just over two days of rations left . Pen Hadow became the first man last week to reach the geographic North Pole on an unsupported trek through Canada , a journey of about 770 km . -0 3020743 3020794 Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack were headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . -1 2769016 2768961 The face of President Saddam Hussein was added to Iraqi currency after the 1991 Gulf War . Saddam 's portrait was added to Iraq 's currency after the Gulf War . -0 1047814 1048483 " It 's safe to assume that the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . -0 2721001 2720703 He was also accused of masterminding bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . During interrogation , he admitted that he helped organise and carry out near-simultaneous bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . -1 2496469 2496417 The Nikkei average ended trading down 1.83 percent at 10,310.04 , a four-week low . The Nikkei average .N225 was down 1.83 percent or 192.25 points at 10,310.04 , its lowest close since August 28 . -1 2423623 2423339 That exploit works on unpatched Windows 2000 machines with Service Pack 3 and 4 . Both Counterpane and iDefense contend that the exploit works effectively against Windows 2000 systems running Service Pack 3 and 4 . -1 3128487 3128434 The center has a budget of $ 45 million , most of which will be spent on research and testing , Bridges said . The safety center has a $ 45 million budget for its first year , much of which will be spent on tests and analyses . -0 2748554 2748360 Out of the nearly $ 20 billion , $ 18.6 billion is earmarked for reconstruction of Iraq and $ 1.2 billion for Afghanistan . The $ 87 billion budget includes $ 51 billion for military operations in Iraq , another $ 20 billion for reconstruction and about $ 11 billion for Afghanistan . -1 707975 708028 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts released yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " Mrs Clinton writes . -0 339489 339175 Associated Press Writer Sara Kugler contributed to this report from New York City . Associated Press Writer Michael Gormley contributed to this report from Albany . -0 1690902 1690918 That compares with a profit of $ 1 million , or breakeven , on $ 1.39 billion in revenue during the same period last year . Total revenue for the second quarter was $ 1.48 billion , up 7 % from $ 1.39 billion in the same period last year . -0 1892114 1892189 The company reported quarterly revenue of $ 388.1 million , compared with $ 318.5 million in the same period a year ago . That compared with a loss of $ 55.4 million , or $ 4.92 per share in the same period a year earlier . -1 3249070 3249202 The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . Both sets of findings were presented Monday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . -0 374262 374622 Under the plan , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . Under Maine Rx , which state lawmakers approved in 2000 , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . -1 2857105 2857138 " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " Noranda president and chief executive officer Derek Pannell said . " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " president and CEO Derek Pannell said in a statement . -1 2820573 2820684 In exchange , North Korea would be required to end its nuclear weapons program . " In return we expect North Korea to give up nuclear weapons . " -0 2608088 2608211 Nine years ago , they were married by a justice of the peace . His wife , married to Moore by a justice of the peace , started planning her dream wedding . -1 3070940 3070964 Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of a lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the sky on Saturday night . Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of the lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the night sky early today . -0 3042240 3042279 The rats that consumed the tomato powder had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , researchers found . Rats on the tomato powder diet had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , allowing for diet restriction . -1 1390306 1390412 It is a national concern that will touch virtually every American , " Abraham said . The impact of natural-gas shortages " will touch virtually every American , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday . -1 673713 673486 It will also unveil a version of its Windows Server 2003 operating system tuned specifically for storage devices . It also unveiled an update to its Windows Server 2003 operating system , which is tuned specifically for storage devices . -1 3427259 3427317 At 12 , Lionel Tate was charged with first-degree murder over the death of Tiffany Eunick . Tate was 12 when he was charged with beating Tiffany Eunick , 6 , to death in July 1999 . -1 3084554 3084612 Sales for the quarter beat expectations , rising 37 percent year-on-year to 1.76 billion euros . Sales rose 37 per cent year-on-year to 1.76bn , beating expectations . -0 1990238 1990281 About 1,417 schools statewide receive Title I money . That applies only to schools that get federal Title I money . -1 315647 315778 If the MTA 's appeal to a higher court is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't be rolled back . If the MTA 's appeal is successful , the $ 2 bus and subway base fare won 't change . -1 1230161 1230113 Now , nearly two years later , Mallard prepares for trial on charges of murder and tampering with evidence . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . -1 1929473 1929176 In Nairobi , Kenya , the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of All Saints Cathedral , said the U.S. Episcopal Church " is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . " The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . -1 1737570 1737431 Recall backers say they have collected 1,600,000 signatures , approaching twice the 897,158 needed to force an election . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . -0 2112991 2113005 The book , called " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right , " hits stores this weekend . Fox was seeking an injunction to halt distribution of " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right . " -1 2706240 2706190 Selenski had previously spent seven years in prison on a bank robbery conviction . Selenski had served about seven years in prison for bank robbery . -1 3428298 3428362 Robert Walsh , 40 , remained in critical but stable condition Friday at Staten Island University Hospital 's north campus . Walsh , also 40 , was in critical but stable condition at Staten Island University Hospital last night . -1 668141 667980 The decision was among the most significant steps toward deregulation undertaken during the Bush administration . The decision is among the far-reaching deregulatory actions made during the Bush administration . -1 1995509 1995537 " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told Reuters Television in South Africa 's sprawling Soweto township . -0 1268732 1268445 Around 9 : 00 a.m. EDT ( 1300 GMT ) , the euro was at $ 1.1566 against the dollar , up 0.07 percent on the day . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . -1 2523564 2523358 The Guru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS ( Basic Input Output System ) update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . The µGuru microcontroller serves four functions : hardware monitoring , overclocking management , BIOS update and a troubleshooting-assistance feature called Black Box . -1 2775381 2775426 Sony 's portfolio gives subscribers a variety of personalized services including the ability to download and experience images , ring tones , music videos and other music entertainment services . Sony Music 's portfolio of products and services currently enable carriers to offer subscribers the ability to download images , ring tones , music videos and other entertainment services . -1 2302811 2302908 He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not confirm if it was the 24-year-old cited by Bitdefender . He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not say if it was Ciobanu . -0 2562000 2561942 Previously , it had reported a profit of $ 12 million , or 0 cents a share , for that period . Previously , it had reported a small profit of $ 12 million , or break-even on a per-share basis , for the period . -0 2613347 2613435 The life expectancy for boys born in 2001 was 74.4 years , up two years since 1990 . According to the report , average life expectancy has increased by nearly two years since 1990 . -1 2079200 2079131 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads tightened in spotty trading on Friday as Wall Street labored to get back on its feet after the largest power outage ever in North America . U.S. stocks rose slightly on feather-light volume on Friday , as Wall Street regrouped after the biggest-ever power outage in North America . -1 654098 654044 Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . -1 3261219 3261244 They were held under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism . Badat was arrested under section 41 of the Terrorism Act “ on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism , ” Scotland Yard confirmed . -1 2019822 2020185 Starting on Saturday , every computer infected with MSBlast is expected to start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . Starting on Aug. 16 , every computer infected with MBlast will start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . -0 2158257 2158016 " We see the First Amendment to protect religious liberty , not crush religious liberty , " said Patrick Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . " We put the call out , " said the Rev. Patrick J. Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . -1 421947 422075 Florida 's Third District Court of Appeal saidon Wednesdaythe original proceedings were " irretrievably tainted " by misconduct by lawyers representing the class . Florida ’ s Third District Court of Appeal said on Wednesday the original proceedings were “ irretrievably tainted ” by misconduct by attorneys for the class . -0 859210 859163 Courant Staff Writers Matt Eagan and Ken Davis contributed to this story . Courant Staff Writer Jeff Goldberg contributed to this story . -1 818091 817811 The company said it would issue revised guidance for the full fiscal year next month when it releases its Q2 results . The company said it would renew its guidance for 2003 when it announces its second quarter results in mid-July . -1 2396793 2396890 In addition , the committee noted , " while spending is firming , the labour market has been weakening " . " The evidence accumulated over the intermeeting period confirms that spending is firming , although the labor market has been weakening . -1 1622561 1622311 Nigeria and other African oil producers are increasingly important in U.S. plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for its energy security . Nigeria and other African producers are increasingly important in the former Texas oilman 's plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for energy security . -0 125383 125421 Appeals had kept him on death row longer than anyone else in the U.S. , AP said . Isaacs had been on death row longer than anyone in the nation . -1 577957 577843 While many likely now will quit – as millions of women already have – Soltes said she likely will continue to prescribe the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . While many likely now will quit - as millions of women already have - Soltes said she is likely to continue prescribing the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . -0 2454231 2454058 The federal and local governments remained largely shut down in the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , as were schools , and much of the region 's transportation network was slowed . In the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , federal and local governments remained shut down , as did schools and many businesses . -1 142709 142846 Ursel Reisen confirmed it operated the coach , but gave no details other than to say the passengers were of mixed ages . Ursel Reisen confirmed it had been operating the coach , but declined to give details of the passengers other than to say they were of mixed ages . -0 1906323 1906085 But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th union on Tuesday when the United Steelworkers of America endorsed him . But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th on Tuesday . -1 1257760 1257788 The judge also refused to postpone the trial date of Sept . 29 . Obus also denied a defense motion to postpone the Sept . 29 trial date . -0 392738 392798 Regardless , its first quarter saw a profit of $ 721 million , or 29 cents , on revenue of $ 17.9 billion . Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . -1 3223910 3223849 Under the proposal , Slocan shareholders will get 1.3147 Canfor shares for each common share . Under a proposed plan of arrangement , Slocan shareholders will receive 1.3147 Canfor shares for every Slocan share they own . -0 2841017 2841005 BellSouth also added 654,000 net long-distance customers in the third quarter . BellSouth added 111,000 DSL customers during the quarter to reach a total of 1.3m subscribers . -1 1000821 1000957 The day after Wilkie resigned , Howard said in a televised address that Iraq possessed " chemical and biological weapons capable of causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . In a televised address back in March , Mr Howard declared Iraq had weapons capable of " causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . -1 1580638 1580663 " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think our intelligence services gave us the correct information at the time . " I stand 100 percent by it , and I think that our intelligence services gave us the correct intelligence and information at the time , " Blair said . -0 2306149 2305958 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI slipped 9.54 points , or 0.1 percent , at 9,558.92 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . -0 1919740 1919926 " I don 't know if the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else at another time that may not follow the rules , " Parrish said . " I don 't know whether the person I 'm talking to now may end up being someone else , " Parrish said . -1 3413305 3413321 Earlier on Monday , Grant Thornton SpA repeated previous statements that it was " a victim of fraudulent action " . Grant Thornton claims that it too was the “ victim ” of a fraud . -0 1657872 1657996 The winner of this year 's Most Popular New Talent Logie , Goodrem first went to a specialist on Monday feeling tired and unwell . She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . -1 2980753 2980614 All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but prosecutors have not yet testified to what , if anything , they yielded . All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but there has been no testimony yet about what the tests might have yielded . -0 137017 136883 Cambone said U.S forces found the tractor-trailer April 19 at a Kurdish checkpoint near the city of Mosul in northern Iraq . Kurdish forces at a checkpoint near Mosul in northern Iraq seized the trailer on April 19 . -0 1300475 1300604 Sony Ericsson also said it would shut down its GSM / UMTS R & D center in Munich , Germany , to increase profitability . Sony Ericsson also said it plans to close its R & D site in Munich , Germany , for GSM and UMTS handsets . -1 672171 672222 J.D. Edwards shareholders will receive 0.86 of a share of PeopleSoft for each share of J.D. Edwards . Shareholders will get 0.86 PeopleSoft share , or $ 13.11 , for each J.D. Edwards share , based on recent trading prices . -1 274160 274343 That failure to act contributed to September the 11th and the failure to act today continues ( to put ) Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " Graham said . " That failure to act contributed to September 11 and the failure to act today continues [ to put ] Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " said Graham . -1 1809428 1809439 The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft .NET is available for the suggested list price of $ 1,499 and is intended for OEM and system integrator use . The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft Windows CE.Net is available for $ 1,499 and is intended for use by device manufacturers and systems integrators . -1 1674771 1674720 " There were , " said board member and Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist Douglas Osheroff , " some extremely bad decisions . Board member Douglas Osheroff , a Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist , said : " There were some extremely bad decisions . -1 2570300 2570358 He later learned that the incident was caused by the Concorde 's sonic boom . He later found out the alarming incident had been caused by Concorde 's powerful sonic boom . -1 1528193 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshiper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers first targeted the mosque 's guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . -1 960580 960694 He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . He said the prob lem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet flies again . -0 758457 758501 Doctors would face fines and up to two years in prison for performing the procedure , except as a lifesaving step . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -1 2748287 2748550 " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal is going to win , " McConnell said . " I think it 's going to be a close vote , but I think the grant proposal 's going to win , " said Sen. Mitch McConnell , assistant majority leader . -1 667083 666922 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " Barbara Comstock said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . -1 264662 264632 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . Since March 11 , when the markets major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multiyear lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 percent . -1 2046156 2046137 The two men , whose names were not released , both were using Pakistani passports and were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , police said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . -1 2854798 2854832 " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . " We have put a lot of energy into patching , later than we should have , " he said . -1 232420 232708 Rebels sought to consolidate their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday after a week of fighting that killed at least 112 people . Rebels consolidated their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday as residents identified at least 112 dead after a week of fighting . -0 1276799 1276920 This was around the time Congress was debating a resolution granting the President broad authority to wage war . Within four days , the House and Senate overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution granting the president authority to go to war . -1 2046138 2046157 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into Blaine , Wash . , from Canada last month , two sources said . After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . -0 1822540 1822921 But Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state only tried to prove its conclusion of suicide , rather than consider the possibility of murder . Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state has refused to consider the possibility of murder . -1 1113463 1113352 " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said at a news conference Wednesday afternoon . " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said hours after arriving in Phoenix . -1 1152748 1152795 Subsequently , some bondholders have filed suit to block the exchange offer . Bondholders of Mirant Americas Generation subsequently filed suit against Mirant seeking to block the exchange offer . -1 1987927 1987906 Officer Evans did not respond to requests for an interview last week . Officer Evans had declined written and telephone requests for an interview . -0 2636610 2636828 Sixty players and five coaches from the school attended the training camp in August in Preston Park , about 125 miles north of Philadelphia . Sixty players and five coaches from Mepham High School in Bellmore , Long Island attended the training camp in August . -0 2564069 2564090 The official would not name the leakers for the record and said he had no indication that Mr Bush knew about the calls . The official would not name the leakers for the record and would not name the journalists . -1 956277 956502 In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . -1 1570830 1570961 Schering-Plough shares fell 72 cents to close at $ 18.34 on the New York Stock Exchange . The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 142204 141852 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and other top Pentagon officials downplayed Wallace 's comments . The Defence Secretary , Donald Rumsfeld , and other top Pentagon officials played down his comments . -1 3394891 3394775 Twenty-eight people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of the St Sophia 's camp , when the mudslide smashed into two cabins . Twenty-seven people were believed to have been spending Christmas Day with the caretaker of Saint Sophia Camp , a Greek Orthodox facility , when the mudslide roared through . -1 3020795 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania , relatives said . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . -1 1640881 1640785 And " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " it said the prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " -0 2963943 2963880 One , Capt. Doug McDonald , remained hospitalized in critical condition on Thursday . Her 20-year-old sister , Allyson , was severely burned and remained hospitalized in critical condition . -1 2257252 2257160 Israel 's defense minister on Sunday raised the specter of an Israeli invasion in the Gaza Strip , where Palestinian militants already face a deadly air campaign . Shaul Mofaz , Israel 's Defence Minister , raised the prospect of a ground offensive into the Gaza Strip , in addition to a growing air campaign to assassinate Hamas militants . -0 969672 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -0 2494061 2494129 The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries defied expectations on Wednesday and lowered its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries decided yesterday to lower its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . -0 2832331 2832384 Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures actually will occur in 2004 . Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures will actually occur in 2004 , making that year 's shortfall worse . -1 3270373 3270399 But Odette is the first to form over the Caribbean Sea in December , the Center said . It is the first named storm to develop in the Caribbean in December . -1 27707 27662 Announced last week , Apple 's iTunes Music Store has sold over 1 million songs in the first week , the company announced on Monday . Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . -1 711058 711195 " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee at a separate hearing . " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a separate hearing , before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee . -0 1690639 1690835 The dollar was last at $ 1.1149 to the euro , close to its strongest level since April 30 . The dollar pushed as high as $ 1.1115 to the euro in early trade , extending Tuesday 's one percent rally to hit its strongest level since April 30 . -1 2046157 2046255 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . After their arrests , sources said the men admitted they were smuggled into Washington state from Canada in July . -1 1463866 1463765 The Production Index rose by 1.4 percentage points from 51.5 percent in May to 52.9 percent in June . The production index rose to 52.9 percent from 51.5 percent in May . -0 1865364 1865251 The United States finally relented during President Bush 's visit to Africa earlier this month . During President Bush 's trip to Africa earlier this month , however , Washington said it would support the increase . -1 2569220 2569234 Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , has moved closer to the United States , and did not insist on a timetable Monday . Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , in recent weeks has moved closer to Washington and did not insist on a timetable . -1 2741792 2741869 Power5 , like Power4 , includes two processor cores in a single slice of silicon . Like the Power4 , the Power5 contains two processor cores on one chip . -1 3137958 3137987 She said in 2003 , not one U.S. state had an obesity rate below 15 percent . She said in 2003 , not one American state had an obesity level less than 15 percent of the population . -1 1615721 1615625 Special , sensitive light sensors pick up the telltale glow , he said . A sensitive light detector then looks for the telltale blue glow . -1 2644062 2644100 The federal government is approving new pesticides without basic information such as whether they harm children , says Canada 's environment commissioner . The federal government is approving new pesticides without even knowing whether they pose a threat to children , Canada 's environment watchdog warned yesterday . -0 3273223 3273137 In September 2002 , the nearby Gard region was hit by similar floods . In September 2002 , floods in the Gard region killed 23 people . -1 2391429 2391569 Overall , 83 percent of women washed up , compared with 74 percent of men . But in San Francisco , 80 percent of men and only 59 percent of women washed their hands . -0 3150800 3150832 Analysts had expected 53 cents a share , according to research firm Thomson First Call . Home Depot is expected to report earnings per share of 46 cents for the third quarter , according to Thomson First Call . -0 3207740 3207771 The number of people in the UK infected by HIV , the virus that causes Aids , increased by almost 20 per cent last year to nearly 50,000 . The global epidemic of HIV , the virus that causes Aids , is tightening its grip on Britain with a record number of new cases diagnosed last year . -1 1479614 1479631 But stocks have rallied sharply over the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound later this year . But stocks have roared higher in the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound . -1 2377287 2377246 " Spring has arrived in Estonia -- we 're back in Europe , " Prime Minister Juhan Parts told a news conference on Sunday . " Spring has arrived in Estonia - we 're back in Europe , " Juhan Parts , prime minister , told a news conference last night . -0 1674994 1675024 AMD will own a 60 percent interest in the new company and Fujitsu owns 40 percent . Fujitsu will own 40 percent of the company , which will be headquartered in Sunnyvale , Calif . -0 3013181 3013090 He was then given leave to appeal against the sentence to the Supreme Court of Appeal . He was given leave to appeal against part of his conviction and sentence . -0 2576090 2576067 Songs can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist can only be burned up to five times - Apple 's puts the limit at ten burns . Tracks can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist may only be burned up to five times . -1 424702 424628 SSE shares were little changed , up 0.3 percent at 654 pence by 1018 GMT , but analysts welcomed the move . SSE shares were unchanged at 652 pence by 0835 GMT but analysts welcomed the deal . -0 1087794 1087906 Shares of EDS gained $ 1.49 , or 6.6 percent , to $ 23.999 early Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares were off 30 cents , or 1.3 percent , at $ 22.58 on Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 263690 263819 " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . He also said there is no conscious policy by the United States to move the value of the dollar . -0 2832301 2832197 The deficit is still expected to top $ 500 billion in 2004 -- even with an improving economy . But Mr. Bolten cautioned that the deficit was still likely to exceed $ 500 billion in the 2004 fiscal year . -1 283751 283290 It 's the first such drill since the September 11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington . It is the nation 's first large-scale counterterrorism exercise since the Sept . 11 terrorist attacks . -1 2475154 2475032 " As a responsible leader we feel it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " Microsoft told the BBC . " As a responsible leader we felt it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " stated Gillian Kent , director at MSN UK . -1 629327 628977 We have already found two trailers , both of which we believe were used for the manufacture of biological weapons . We have already found two trailers that we and the Americans believe were used for chemical and biological weapons . " -0 1962336 1962172 America Online last quarter lost 846,000 dial-up subscribers . No wonder AOL lost 846,000 subscribers last quarter . -1 2517014 2516995 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will return home late Friday but will remain in detention after recovering from surgery at a Yangon hospital , her personal physician said . Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . -1 2931868 2932271 Governor Gray Davis estimated yesterday that the fires could cost nearly $ 2 billion . State officials estimated the cost at nearly $ 2 billion . -1 1777329 1777407 None of the Prairie Plant Systems marijuana can be distributed until the document is made available , she said . None of Prairie Plant 's marijuana can be distributed until the Health Canada 's user manual is made available , she said . -1 1330643 1330622 According to the Merchant Marine Ministry , the 37-year-old ship is registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . The Baltic Sky is a 37-year-old ship registered to Alpha Shipping Inc. based in the Pacific Ocean nation of Marshall Islands . -1 2830598 2830310 He left the ship after the collision , went to his home , and attempted suicide . Captain Smith left the ferry terminal after the crash , went to his home and attempted suicide . -1 1850025 1850312 He reportedly claims Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while Harold Keke 's group was armed . He was reported as saying Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while notorious warlord Harold Keke 's group was armed . -1 1051289 1050975 " The woman was taken to New Charing Cross Hospital by ambulance and her condition is critical . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . -1 3111452 3111428 In an unusual move , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites . In an unusual move that critics contend could disrupt millions of Web sites , the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reconsidering a patent affecting Internet pages . -1 2950523 2950560 If sufficient evidence exists at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . If the judge decides that is so at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . -1 2555597 2555783 They returned in 1999 after rebel raids on a neighboring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-building bombings that were blamed on the rebels . In 1999 , troops returned after rebel raids on a neighbouring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-house bombings in Russian cities that were blamed on the rebels . -0 1167835 1167651 Kansas Department of Health and Environment records show there were 88 abortions performed on girls age 14 and younger last year . Statistics from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment show that 11,844 abortions were performed in the state last year . -1 1637180 1637269 Tropical Storm Claudette continued its slow churn toward the Texas coast early Sunday , with forecasters expecting the plodding storm system to make landfall as a hurricane by early Tuesday . Tropical Storm Claudette headed for the Texas coast Saturday , with forecasters saying the sluggish storm system could reach hurricane strength before landfall early Tuesday . -1 593262 593254 " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Doug Feith , undersecretary of defence for policy , said in an interview . " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Douglas J. Feith , undersecretary of defence force policy , is quoted as saying . -1 1762550 1762497 According to Sanmina-SCI , Newisys , based in Austin , Texas , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . Newisys , an Austin , Texas , startup headed by former IBM and Dell execs , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . -1 571118 571179 Several black Democratic leaders were attempting to arrange a meeting with DNC chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs . Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . -0 1171250 1171385 The company 's shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . -1 2650998 2650889 The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday in federal court in Wilmington , Del . , claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive-learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . -1 614859 614815 They also drafted a non-binding priorities list specifying that a quarter of it may be used to reduce planned 5 percent cuts in fees paid to health-care providers . They also drafted a nonbinding priorities list specifying that one-quarter may be used to reduce planned cuts of 5 percent in fees paid to health care providers . -0 3114193 3114207 The Thomson First Call consensus was for earnings of 19 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected earnings of 19 cents per share in the third quarter . -0 2586686 2586305 Mr Hadley , who has a new partner and child , said : " I am absolutely delighted . In a statement issued by his solicitors , Mr Hadley said : " I am absolutely delighted with the outcome of proceedings . -1 1336938 1337021 " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " said Troy , who spoke quickly but in a steady voice . " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " he said . -0 1423836 1423708 A European Union spokesman said the Commission was consulting EU member states " with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary " on the matter . Laos 's second most important export destination - said it was consulting EU member states ' ' with a view to taking appropriate action if necessary ' ' on the matter . -0 1239811 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . -0 547045 547345 Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . The analyst , already let go by Merrill , can request a hearing before a NASD panel . -1 666922 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . -0 386343 386068 One man died and 15 others were hospitalized after drinking tainted coffee following the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . The victims drank tainted coffee after the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . -0 633766 633873 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 98.74 points , or 1.12 percent , to 8,949.00 . The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which rose 2.9 percent during the four-day trading week . -0 1726006 1725909 Analysts ' consensus estimate from Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.08 a share , excluding one-time items . The estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.75 a share . -1 2052012 2052105 He blamed guerrillas from the Taliban regime ousted in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber died in the blast . He blamed the blast on guerillas from the Taliban regime overthrown in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber was killed in the blast . -1 2090911 2091154 Waiting crowds filling the streets on both sides overwhelmed the peacekeepers soon after daylight , sweeping past the barbed wire barricades . But waiting crowds filling the streets rushed the bridges soon after daylight , overrunning razor-wire barricades . -0 516006 515989 Responding later , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said , " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " -1 2965621 2965471 Hannum was five and a half months pregnant when her mother died . In her testimony , Kate Hannum said she was 5 1 / 2 months pregnant when her mother was killed . -0 342103 342374 Goold said reporters ' calls to Peterson may have been monitored . Prosecutors said interviews Peterson gave reporters may have been monitored in case the fertilizer salesman confessed . -0 1733125 1733103 The state 's population was 6,080,485 in 2000 , according to the U.S. census . Between 1960 and 2000 , however , the state 's population grew by 30.4 percent to 6,080,485 . -1 2265271 2265152 Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products not sold in the United States . Barry Callebaut will be able to use Brach 's retail network to sell products made from its German subsidiary Stollwerck , which makes chocolate products unknown to the American market . -1 2225652 2225503 The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped unharmed , Aaron said . -1 3062202 3062308 By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said , the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than for those obtained in the United States . By skirting the FDA 's oversight , Eagan said the quality of the imported drugs is " less predictable " than U.S. drugs . -1 2911413 2911040 He also accused royal courtiers of poisoning the brothers ’ “ little minds ” . He said the royal family has poisoned the princes ' " little minds . " -0 1989067 1989022 The total for the Johnny Depp swashbuckler rose to $ 232.8 million . Its cumulative total is $ 232.8 million , heading for $ 275 million . -0 2676314 2676351 I would like to congratulate Russia on the successful World Climate Change Conference last week . Momentous happenings at the World Climate Conference in Moscow last week . -0 1428155 1428182 At least seven other governments have signed agreements , but have asked not to have them publicized . Egypt , Mongolia , the Seychelles , Tunisia and at least three other governments have signed unpublicized agreements . -1 3119492 3119462 The G + J executive was testifying in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court where O 'Donnell and G + J are suing each other for breach of contract . He spoke in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court , where O 'Donnell and G + J sued each other for breach of contract . -1 2155514 2155377 He said : " For the first time there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all . " " For the first time , there is an easy and affordable way of making this treasure trove of BBC content available to all , " Dyke said . -1 1649586 1649681 By 10 p.m. , Claudette was centered about 320 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . Early Monday , the center of Claudette was about 300 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained wind blowing at 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . -1 1022631 1022710 Jim Furyk celebrated his first Father 's Day as a father by winning his first major golf championship . His first Father 's Day as a dad , his first major as a champion . -1 516067 515977 " We must not engage in borough warfare , " Thompson testified at a budget hearing by the City Council 's Finance Committee . " We must not engage in borough warfare , " the Comptroller William Thompson told the Council , according to his written testimony . -0 3319118 3319092 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 3.14 points , or 0.29 percent , to 1,071.99 . The Standard & Poor 's retail index < .RLX > was up more than 1.5 percent . -1 66486 66500 He took batting practice on the field for the second time Tuesday since his opening-day injury . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . -1 1552068 1551928 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 7 p.m. EST Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . -0 1284151 1284174 The redesigned Finder also features search , coloured labels for customized organization of documents and projects and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and UNIX file servers . It also supports coloured labels to better organise documents , and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and Unix file servers . -1 1770700 1770742 But to see those pages , users would be required by Amazon to register , and Amazon plans to limit the amount of any single book a customer can view . But to see those pages Amazon would require users to register , and it plans to limit the amount of any single book a browser can view . -1 936978 937500 Eric Gagne pitched a perfect ninth for his 23rd save in as many opportunities . Gagne struck out two in a perfect ninth inning for his 23rd save . -0 781683 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors - three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . -1 2467891 2467898 Between 1993 and 2002 , 142 allegations of sexual assault were reported . From 1993 to 2002 , there were 142 reported sexual assaults at the academy . -1 424456 424522 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these superannuation payments irrespective of ... ( how ) he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . -1 1379534 1379472 Five Big East schools , Connecticut , Pittsburgh , Rutgers , Virginia Tech and West Virginia , filed the lawsuit June 6 . Pittsburgh , West Virginia , Rutgers , Connecticut and Virginia Tech filed the lawsuit this month in Hartford , Conn . -1 212678 212621 Graham said the surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he is recovered . Graham acknowledged that surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he said he feels strong and has the go-ahead from his doctors . -1 1965766 1965716 As temperatures soar above 50 degrees ( 120 Fahrenheit ) , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt in Basra . As temperatures soar above 120 Fahrenheit in Basra , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt . -1 126740 127044 Chief merchandising officers oversee the buying and development of merchandise , deciding the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . He or she decides the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . -1 3003536 3003613 " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " stated SIA President George Scalise , in a statement . -1 2343284 2343320 The ISM noted that " with the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 . " " With the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 , " the Arizona-based group said . -1 221463 221513 That investigation closed without any charges being laid . The investigation was closed without charges in 2001 . -0 1796330 1795954 Officials at Mortazavi 's office and the judiciary declined to respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the accusations . Judiciary officials did not immediately respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the criticism of Mortazavi 's appointment . -0 3328016 3328333 Beagle 2 is attached to Mars Express by what is known as a Spin-Up and Ejection Mechanism ( Suem ) . A command is sent to Mars Express to release Beagle 2 by what is known as a Spin-Up and Eject Mechanism . -1 618387 618228 Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of Jack Nicklaus who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before faltering to a 69 . Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of the Golden Bear who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before shooting 69 . -0 746176 745950 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 3.41 points , or 0.35 percent , at 967.00 , also its highest close so far this year . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . -1 263752 263690 " There is no conscious policy on the part of the United States to move the dollar at all , " Snow said . " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . -1 2313849 2313797 " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " FirstEnergy Chief Executive Peter Burg told the House panel . " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " Burg said . -1 54528 54500 Kinsley , for example , wrote in the Post Monday : " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number . " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number , " Michael Kinsely wrote . -1 2395061 2394939 He projected Vanderpool will be available within the next five years . Products featuring Vanderpool will be released within five years , he said . -0 985015 984975 One way or another , Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix will be in your hands by Saturday . Just about everything about " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix " will set records . -1 3034529 3034440 The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqis to make the invitation , which he said the United States appears unwilling to do . The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqi council to make the invitation - a move he said the United States appears unwilling to make . -0 2221678 2221623 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.3 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 declined 0.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index gained 0.6 percent . -0 1535361 1535345 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index fell 3.99 , or 0.2 percent , to 1,682.72 , following a two-day win of 55.93 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 8.52 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,670.21 . -1 3200919 3201393 He was released on $ 3-million bail and immediately returned to Las Vegas , where he had been filming a video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . -1 3155022 3154888 Florida 's primary isn 't until March 9 - following 28 other states . Florida 's primary will be March 9 , after 28 states ' primaries or caucuses . -1 2221876 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . -1 455285 455123 Dividends are currently taxed at ordinary income tax rates of as much as 38.6 per cent . Under current law , dividends are taxed at standard income tax rates up to 38.6 percent . -0 3378928 3378898 Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of Defense for health affairs , said the vaccine poses little danger . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . -0 1559190 1559098 There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned in the rescuers ' direction , forlorn , hopeless . There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned and mouthed something . -1 2778966 2779062 Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to get the loan provision removed from the final bill . Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to see that the loan provision was not in the final bill . -0 1491619 1491642 A final decision on his fate , including the power of the death penalty , lay with President Bush . A final decision on his fate would lie with US President George Bush . -0 2859844 2859942 " And about eight to 10 seconds down , I hit . " I was in the water for about eight seconds . -0 3037559 3037387 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . " I 'm very proud of the citizens of this state , " said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . -1 536277 536208 The two blond opponents appeared almost identical in matching powder-blue outfits – to their dismay . The two blond opponents appeared almost identical because they wore matching powder-blue outfits - to their dismay . " -1 2084866 2084802 The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning that they have barely enough time to organize the election before the balloting is scheduled to begin . The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning they have barely enough time to organize the election . -1 2536322 2536356 The House Government Reform Committee rapidly approved the legislation this morning . The House Government Reform Committee passed the bill today . -1 146126 146291 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . -1 1430357 1430425 " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " said Josh Lichter , a meteorologist with the Houston-Galveston weather office . " Allison just proves you don 't need to wait until August or September to have a disaster , " Lichter said . -1 3039310 3039413 Today , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the September 11 2001 attacks . On Wednesday , analysts say , UN members can no longer ignore the shifts since the attacks in the US of September 11 2001 . -1 71282 71506 The seizure of the money was confirmed by a US Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers in Baghdad in rebuilding the country 's banking and financial system . The seizure of the money was confirmed by a United States Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers here to rebuild the country 's banking and financial system . -0 42207 42173 That was a reversal from a loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . Net income was 12 cents a share , compared with a net loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . -1 1355339 1355163 The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names Lay and Skilling among others . The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names former Enron Chairman Kenneth Lay and former chief executive Jeff Skilling , among others . -1 34513 34742 Police say CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the United States . Mr McKinlay said that CIBA was involved in the importation of qat , a narcotic substance legal in Britain but banned in the US . -0 1949328 1949306 We can make life very difficult for terrorist elements , we can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there . We can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there , but often the beast survives . -1 2198639 2198910 Overall , students are most likely to be taught by a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work-force portrait shows . The average teacher is a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work force portrait shows . -1 1317759 1317853 Carnival Corp. stock was trading at $ 31.29 during midday trading Wednesday , down 72 cents or 2.25 percent . Carnival Corp. stock was down 2.5 percent , or 81 cents , at $ 31.20 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1114356 1114165 According to the 2000 Census , Long Beach 's Hispanic or Latino population was listed at 35.8 percent . According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . -0 830656 830805 Lewis , the WBC champion , can still fight June 21 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles against another opponent . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . -1 1973756 1973638 With 2.3 million members nationwide , the Episcopal Church is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member global Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Communion . -1 2063609 2063635 BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O on Thursday said second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew amid a contracting overall market for business software . BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O said on Thursday second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew slightly more than Wall Street expected amid a contracting overall market for business software . -1 3128160 3128278 It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . Details of the research will appear in a future issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . -0 264278 264400 The market 's broader gauges also posted big gains , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . The broader market also retreated , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . -1 2159006 2158955 Mr. Geoghan had been living in a protective custody unit since being transferred to the prison on April 3 . He had been in protective custody since being transferred to Souza-Baranowski in April , officials said . -1 2560842 2560784 WinFS will require that applications be rewritten to exploit such capabilities . However , applications will have to be rewritten to take advantage of such capabilities . -1 2287318 2287402 The pilot decided to fly to Kennedy , which has longer runways than Newark Airport . " Realizing this , the pilot changed course and diverted to Kennedy , which has longer runways . " -1 949672 949874 The number of probable cases dropped to 64 on Tuesday from 66 on Monday in and around Toronto , a city of four million people . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . -1 1346473 1346394 Despite their differences , U.S. and EU leaders said there were areas of agreement . Despite these and other differences , U.S. and EU leaders insisted they were working well together . -1 3079665 3079690 Bolland told the News of the World : “ I was astonished at Sir Michael ’ s question . Mr Bolland said : " I was astonished at Sir Michael 's question . -1 1128192 1128199 Symbol 's former chief accounting officer , Robert Korkuc , is expected to plead guilty in a federal court in Long Island later Thursday , according to reports . The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that Robert Korkuc was expected to plead guilty Thursday in federal court on Long Island to securities fraud charges . -1 3437630 3437425 Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business were arrested last week and questioned by magistrates investigating the collapse of Parmalat , the Italian dairy company . Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business have been arrested and are being questioned by magistrates over the collapse of the giant food group . -1 1613553 1613472 But Senate criticism of the House plan Tuesday came on several fronts . And several Senate Republicans are cranky about the House map . -0 196230 195968 He proposed a system under which it would take fewer and fewer votes to overcome a filibuster . Frist proposed a process in which it would take gradually fewer votes to overcome filibusters preventing final votes on judicial confirmations . -1 1219395 1219620 The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo contained in the play and would not allow the characters to sleep together . The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo of the play and would not allow Ewell 's character to sleep with Monroe 's . -1 3223195 3223214 A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . -1 368067 368018 Chiron already has nearly 20 percent acceptances from PowderJect 's shareholders . Chiron has acceptances from holders of nearly 20 percent of PowderJect shares . -1 175943 175919 Mark Kaiser , vice-president of marketing , and Tim Lee , vice-president of purchasing , were dismissed last week . Mark Kaiser and Tim Lee , respectively US Foodservice vice-presidents for marketing and purchasing , have been dismissed . -0 747968 748092 The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . Under the proposed terms of the transaction , and following the spinoff of PalmSource , Palm will exchange 0.09 shares for each share of Handspring . -0 3414738 3414762 Shares of San Diego-based Jack In The Box closed at $ 21.49 , up 78 cents , or 3.8 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2806879 2806935 It doesnt appear the children struggled , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said Saturday . The cause of death is drowning , and the manner of death is homicide , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said . -1 2271664 2272487 The most recent was in 1998 , when Dr Barnett Slepian was killed in his home in Amherst , New York . The most recent killing was in 1998 , when Dr. Barnett Slepian was shot and killed in his home in Amherst , N.Y. -1 2210997 2211155 Meanwhile , Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst alluded to an interparty political struggle : " Sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst suggested a political motive for the report , saying : " It sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " -0 2256139 2255931 In Washington on Sunday , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said the bureau will join the investigation in An-Najaf . In Washington , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said Sunday the bureau will provide forensic analysis of the wreckage . -1 892628 892971 Jason Giambi capitalized with an RBI single to center . Jason Giambi contributed a two-out RBI single . -0 1209978 1209647 Cabrera was called up to help in left field because Todd Hollandsworth has not been productive . Cabrera was called up Friday from Double A Carolina and started in left field . -0 2271581 2272060 Months later , another clinic doctor , Dr. Wayne Patterson , was killed away from the clinic . Months later , an unknown shooter killed Dr. Wayne Patterson , who ran Gunn 's clinic . -1 2280387 2280353 " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " John C. McCarthy , Forrester Group director , said . " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " McCarthy said in a statement . -1 2331304 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . -1 1048622 1048759 Rescue workers had to scrounge for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . Wagner and Wolford both said that rescue workers were scrounging for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . -0 1378008 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 611663 611716 Ernst & Young has denied any wrongdoing and plans to fight the allegations . Ernst & Young has denied the SEC 's claims , and called its recommendations " irresponsible " . -1 1851859 1851814 In the year-ago period , Pearson posted a 26 million pre-tax profit . A year ago the firm posted a profit of 26 million pounds . -1 187187 187147 World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. also have filed applications seeking authority to provide service to Iraq . Cargo carriers World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. have also applied for permission to fly to Baghdad , Mosley said . -1 2580932 2581102 When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and was watching a TV cartoon channel . -0 2046780 2046991 DeVries did make one stop in town Wednesday - registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . Convicted child molester Brian DeVries spoke out in response to community outrage Wednesday afternoon after registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . -0 61617 61757 Inflation-index bonds are carrying an interest rate of 4.66 percent . The interest rate on Series EE savings bonds for May through October is 2.66 percent . -0 3292501 3292585 The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . -1 2229168 2229224 Air Transport Association spokeswoman Diana Cronan said that travel was down in May through July and that she also expected it to be off over Labor Day . ATA spokeswoman Diana Cronan said travel was down in May through July , and she also expects it to be down some over Labor Day . -1 2170444 2170659 " NASA 's organizational culture and structure had as much to do with this accident as the ( loose ) foam . " " The NASA organizational culture had as much to do with this accident as the foam , " the report said . -0 3142677 3142446 Durst was acquitted this week in the murder of his elderly neighbor , 71-year-old Morris Black . Durst , a millionaire , pleaded self-defense in the death of his neighbor Morris Black . -1 3120087 3120252 Civil liberties groups protested and a US district judge ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional promotion of religion . Civil liberties groups filed suit , and U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson ordered the monument moved last October , calling it an unconstitutional promotion of religion by government . -1 1223140 1223201 They are due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today . The men will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday . -1 1072440 1072674 Jordan Green , the prelate 's private lawyer , said he had no comment . O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . -0 145183 145154 Shares closed on NASDAQ just below their 52-week high , at $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . Trading of EchoStar 's stock closed Tuesday at a 52-week high of $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . -1 312456 312396 Some state lawmakers say they remain hopeful Bush will sign it , though they acknowledge pressure on the governor to do otherwise . Some state legislators behind the bill say they remain hopeful Bush will sign the legislation , though they acknowledge pressure is building on the governor to do otherwise . -1 98432 98657 The attack followed several days of disturbances in the city where American soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians carried out demonstrations against the American presence . The attack came after several days of disturbance in the city in which U.S. soldiers exchanged fire with an unknown number of attackers as civilians protested the American presence . -0 2986989 2986953 A total of 114 soldiers were killed in the active combat phase that began March 20 . A total of 114 U.S. soldiers were killed between the start of the war March 20 and the end of April . -0 3010408 3010442 Gillespie sent a letter to CBS President Leslie Moonves asking for a historical review or a disclaimer . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . -1 702468 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Heyer said in a statement . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . -1 2664149 2664187 However , official statistics published this week showed a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . -1 1805639 1805436 Printer maker Lexmark International Inc. spurted $ 3.95 to $ 63.35 , recouping some of the $ 14.10 it lost Monday . Other gainers included Lexmark , which rose $ US3.95 to $ US63.35 , recouping some of the $ US14.10 it lost Monday . -1 1017806 1017918 Representatives of abuse victims were dismayed by the development . Representatives of abuse victims expressed dismay at the possibility . -0 2331801 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's underwear . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . -1 2564410 2564005 He said the issue of disclosing classified information about a C.I.A. officer was " a very serious matter " that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . The White House said that leaking classified information was a serious matter that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . -0 2690149 2690096 Unemployment across the state fell a half of a percentage point last month to 6.1 percent from August 's mark of 6.6 percent . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . -1 3039007 3038845 No company employee has received an individual target letter at this time . She said no company official had received " an individual target letter at this time . " -1 193958 194062 Under the U.S. Constitution , the other chamber of Congress , the House of Representatives , does not vote on foreign alliances . The U.S. House of Representatives , the other chamber of Congress , does not vote on treaties . -1 3104386 3104362 Shares in Wal-Mart closed at $ 58.28 , up 16 cents , in Tuesday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Wal-Mart shares rose 16 cents to close at $ 58.28 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 259990 259815 " And they will learn the meaning of American justice , " he said to strong and extended applause . " The U.S. will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice , " Bush told the crowd , which burst into applause . -1 274461 274830 Two of the Britons , Sandy Mitchell from Glasgow and Glasgow-born William Sampson , face the death penalty . Sandy Mitchell , 44 , from Kirkintilloch , Glasgow , and William Sampson , a British citizen born in Glasgow , face beheading in public . -1 68016 67933 During a period of nearly a decade , Telemarketing Associates raised more than $ 7 million . Telemarketing Associates , hired by VietNow , raised $ 7.1 million from 1987 to 1995 . -1 1473646 1473505 In the present case , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be another mediated out-of-court settlement , and he estimated that it could approach $ 30 million . In the present case , too , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be an out-of-court settlement , which he estimated could approach $ 30 million . -1 1410941 1410923 " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " said Mr. Chandler , but simply that his team hasn 't uncovered evidence indicating such a link . " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " Mr. Chandler said , but simply that his team has found no such evidence . -1 927430 927587 In 2002 , the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . In 2002 , Senator Trapdoor took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . -1 1984639 1984517 Mr Levine confirmed that Ms Cohen Alon had tried to sell the story during the World Cup . Ms Cohen Alon 's lawyer , Donald Levine , confirmed she tried to sell the story in February . -1 1604530 1604464 In addition to HP , vendors backing SMI-S include Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun and Veritas . Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun Microsystems , and VERITAS are also onboard to support the storage standard . -1 2933717 2933887 Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer waits to cross borders and will hurt commerce . Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer lines that will damage cross-border commerce . -0 329537 329563 With the economy sluggish , producers have had a tough time trying to raise prices . Economists said the report on wholesale prices showed producers were having a tough time trying to raise prices . -0 53579 53653 In next week 's drill , " our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " Ridge said . " Our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " including use of weapons of mass destruction , Ridge said . -1 1708040 1708062 Second-quarter results reflected a gain of 10 cents per diluted share , while the 2002 results included a loss of 19 cents per diluted share . The second-quarter results had a non-operating gain of 10 cents a share while the 2002 second-quarter performance had a net non-operating loss of 19 cents a share . -1 2173122 2173166 Easynews Inc. was subpoenaed late last week by the FBI , which was seeking account information related to the uploading of the virus to the ISP 's Usenet news group server . Easynews Inc. said Monday that it was cooperating with the FBI in trying to locate the person who uploaded the virus to a Usenet news group hosted by the ISP . -0 2512881 2512837 Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . Excluding litigation charges it made a profit of $ 7.8 million , or 10 cents a share . -0 2210832 2210795 " They are trying to turn him into a martyr , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation , which tracks abortion-related violence . " We need to take these threats seriously , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation . -0 1757264 1757375 He allegedly told his ex-wife in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . The two had battled over custody and he allegedly told her in an angry phone call that he had no intention of following their new custody agreement . -1 2586233 2586269 Two women lost their battle in a British court yesterday to save their frozen embryos and use them to have children without the consent of their former partners . Two British women lost a desperate court battle on Wednesday to have babies using frozen embryos their former partners want destroyed . -0 1857647 1857914 BOB HOPE , master of the one-liner and Americas favourite comedian , died with a smile on his face yesterday just months after celebrating his 100th birthday . Bob Hope , the master of one-line quips , died Sunday night " with a smile on his face , " his daughter said yesterday . -0 702537 702542 Prior to joining Kodak , Palumbo worked for Procter & Gamble Corp. , where he managed products such as Folgers and Pantene shampoo . Prior to joining Eastman Kodak , Mr. Palumbo held senior marketing positions for Procter & Gamble . -0 519659 519346 But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus is on his job , not the recall petition . But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus " is on doing the work that he 's being paid to do . " -1 130002 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index lost 6.77 , or 0.7 percent , to 927.62 as of 10 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . -1 1849905 1849875 Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a smiling senior policeman shook hands with Mr Laczynski and patted him on the shoulder . Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a senior policeman smiled and shook Mr Lacsynski 's hand and patted him on the shoulder . -1 2570236 2570437 " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " Nicky Webster , a spokesman for Hempleman-Adams , said . Partway across the Atlantic , " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " the balloonist 's spokesperson Nicky Webster said . -0 228824 228863 The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week and is searching for a replacement for retiring co-anchor Jane Pauley . The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week , losing its Tuesday berth . -1 1740656 1740677 A Commerce spokesman issued a brief statement late Friday , noting that the task force " evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply . " " The energy task force evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply , " the statement said . -0 1669206 1669252 Each count has a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and $ 1 million fine . Both executives face up to 10 years in prison and a $ 1 million fine for securities fraud . -1 2664492 2664470 Revenue jumped 26 percent to $ 817 million , the South San Francisco-based company said in a statement . Revenue rose 26 percent , to $ 817 million , the company , based in South San Francisco , Calif . , said . -1 1438505 1438576 " PeopleSoft has consistently maintained that the proposed combination of PeopleSoft and Oracle faces substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . " PeopleSoft has argued that an Oracle takeover would face substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . -1 1792303 1792426 Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after the Cuban revolution . Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after Fidel Castro overthrew a dictatorship and installed a Communist government . -1 1862940 1862654 The Association of South East Asian Nations groups Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand , and Vietnam . ASEAN comprises Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand and Vietnam . -1 2826660 2826474 The fight about online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court Monday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . -0 197853 197784 The dollar 's slide against the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . Despite hefty losses against the euro , the dollar 's slide versus the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . -1 2818052 2817713 Referring to a battle against a Muslim warlord in Somalia , Boykin told another audience , " I knew my God was bigger than his . Referring to a Muslim fighter in Somalia , Boykin said that " my God was bigger than his . -0 1477632 1477593 Meester , a 20-year-old sophomore , could face life in prison if convicted on charges of rape , forcible sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . -1 3254694 3254717 The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.3 per cent at 9,886.75 , while the Nasdaq Composite index was 0.4 per cent higher at 1,986.97 . On Wall Street , the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5 per cent at 9,905.8 and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.7 per cent at 1,995.1 . -1 68529 68510 His decision was delayed by concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . Daniels told the Star April 20 he was holding back because of concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . -0 1191438 1191562 Woori Finance is the only large bank remaining to be sold but the government still has large stakes in several other lenders . Woori Finance is the only large bank still to be sold but the state retains large stakes in several others , leading to suspicions of government meddling in lending decisions . -0 2551832 2551614 Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante and Republican state Sen. Tom McClintock are in different political worlds . Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante was first choice of 25 percent , followed by state Sen. Tom McClintock with 18 percent . -1 2467993 2467953 In addition , juries in both state and federal cases have become increasingly reluctant to impose the death penalty . Juries in state and federal cases alike have also grown reluctant to impose the death penalty . -1 1723132 1723089 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index slipped 12.27 points or 1.23 percent to 981.73 . The S. & P. 500 slipped 12.27 points , or 1.2 percent , to 981.73 . -1 2225543 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building -- two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend -- escaped unharmed , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . -1 1043105 1042991 BT said the combination would have an immediate impact on subscriptions with 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . BT said it expected the combination to reap 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . -1 3255083 3255063 The King of Prussia-based company could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer by then , the company said . The company , based in King of Prussia near Philadelphia , said it could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer for them . -1 3258350 3258262 He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents indicate a lingering medical problem could be part of his defense . He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents show that a lingering medical condition could contribute to his defense . -1 2545545 2545504 They used discarded skin from consenting patients who had undergone surgery and exposed it to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . Sanders and colleagues at RAFT exposed skin samples removed from consenting patients during surgery to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . -0 2210473 2210658 And Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the monument in the courthouse two years ago , said he will fight to keep his job . It was the culmination of a row caused by Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the 2400kg monument in the Alabama Judicial Building in 2001 . -1 502271 502294 Regional utility Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit near Sendai automatically shut down due to the quake . Japan 's Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit in northern Japan , automatically shut down due to the quake . -1 440827 440875 Blagojevich reiterated his stance Wednesday to not prop up the budget with a gambling expansion . Governor Rod Blagojevich said he would not balance the state budget with gambling revenues . -1 3278429 3278400 " I 'm pleased by the fact that we are bringing this to a conclusion , " he said . " I 'm pleased we are bringing it to a conclusion , " Garton said . -0 781813 781879 Shares of National were losing 95 cents , or 3.9 % , to $ 23.73 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Walgreen 's shares were up 4.6 % , or $ 1.42 , to $ 32.11 in midday New York Stock Exchange trading . -0 3267822 3267949 Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , anticipating that customers will buy more personal computers during the key holiday season . Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , and announced it will take an accounting charge on one of its businesses . -0 669959 670149 " This proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity , " Elpida President Yukio Sakamoto said in a news release . " The proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity to better support our customer requirements , " said Yukio Sakamoto , Elpida 's president . -1 2490131 2490074 Many women complain that they become more forgetful around the time of menopause , and some doctors believe that hormonal changes are the reason . Many women complain that they become more forgetful after menopause , and some doctors have come to believe the hormonal changes brought on by menopause are the reason . -1 2136148 2136242 Sobig.F became one of the most widespread viruses ever , crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . Since surfacing late Monday , Sobig.F has been crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . -1 881566 881614 The girl turned up late Sunday at a convenience store in East Palo Alto , about 30 miles from her home . The girl turned up late Sunday night at an East Palo Alto convenience store about 30 miles from her home . -0 1182221 1182195 " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , but this is an experiment worth introducing , " said David Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , " said Dave Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . -0 1319151 1319599 BaFin and the head of the principal finance group , Robin Saunders , were not immediately available to comment . BaFin , Germany 's chief financial regulator , and the prosecutor 's office were not immediately available for comment . -1 654228 654098 The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter , IBM said in a statement . Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . -1 871476 871541 " His advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it . " The president 's " advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it , " said White House spokesman Ari Fleischer . -1 3439709 3439626 At his request , he will be reassigned within the district . District Superintendent J. Chester Floyd told reporters Monday that McCrackin will be reassigned within the district . -1 383417 383558 Worldwide , more than 50 million people have seen " Les Miz , " with gross receipts of $ 1.8 billion . Worldwide , Les Misérables has been seen by over 50 million people , with a total gross of over $ 2 billion . -1 2632317 2632336 The US Federal Trade Commission has also filed a lawsuit challenging Rambus . Still pending against Rambus is a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission . -0 1458220 1458108 Andrew M. Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy Cuomo plan to divorce . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . -1 3207860 3207813 That would give smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . He agrees that technically smoking could be considered a disability , giving smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . -0 2806634 2806558 Drugs are up to 50 percent cheaper in Canada than the United States because of government price controls . Brand-name drugs in Canada tend to be cheaper than in the United States because of government price controls and a favorable exchange rate . -1 2531741 2531598 Their father had pleaded with the doctors to stop the fight after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life-support . Their father had pleaded with doctors to abandon their efforst after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life support . -1 2601356 2601403 Brian Florence , 38 , died Sept . 25 of a heart attack in Alexandria , said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . " Mr. Florence died Thursday of heart failure , " said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . -0 1410601 1410768 Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 wounded in the past few days . Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 injured as the rebels fought into the capital . -0 2436848 2436676 A West Knoxville restaurant has reported several cases of hepatitis A to the Knox County Health Department . The news has caused a rush of people to the Knox County Health Department to get vaccinated . -1 2440086 2440257 The review outlines the tariffs ' impact on domestic steel industry and steel consumers halfway through the three-year program . The ITC midpoint review of the tariffs outlines their impact so far on the domestic steel industry and steel consumers . -1 727276 727340 Besides the fact that Americans want to be liked , she said , there is a " huge cost when world opinion is negative to the United States . Americans just want to be liked , she said , but there also is a " huge cost " when world opinion is negative toward the United States . -1 1674733 1674780 John Logsdon , a board member , said that " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " In fact , said John Logsdon , a board member and George Washington University expert on space policy , " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " -1 2281835 2281720 PC-related products were the strongest sector in July , with microprocessors up 5.6 % and DRAMs up 8.2 % from June , the industry group said . PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . -1 2471258 2471214 The Prime Ministers of China , Russia and four central Asian nations have met in Beijing and approved a budget for their regional security grouping . The prime ministers of China , Russia and four Central Asian countries signed agreements on Tuesday that set plans in motion for a long-awaited regional anti-terrorism centre in Uzbekistan . -0 2766112 2766084 In fiction : Edward P. Jones ( " The Known World " ) and Scott Spencer ( " A Ship Made of Paper " ) . The fifth nominee for fiction is Scott Spencer , for A Ship Made of Paper . -1 1261116 1261234 " Overwhelmingly the Windows brand really resonated with them . " " Windows was the part of the experience that really resonated with people . " -0 514810 514453 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a press conference to sway opinion against Powell and the two other Republicans on the panel . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . -0 289188 289505 It will cost about $ 20,000 per eight-week course of treatment , comparable to other injected cancer therapies , a spokeswoman said . It will cost about $ 20,000 per average course of treatment -16 to 17 weeks . -1 2077719 2077537 The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at £ 169.99 while the InfoPath XML ( Extensible Markup Language ) data gathering application is priced at £ 179.99 . The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at $ 273 while the InfoPath XML data gathering application is priced at $ 289 . -1 3313145 3313172 The current plan is to release the videotapes of the sessions , after U.S. review , on Friday , said Jim Landale , a spokesman for the tribunal . The current plan is to release videotapes of the sessions on Friday , after the review , said Jim Landale , a tribunal spokesman . -1 1183958 1183917 Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was 3 to 1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was 2 to 1 . Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was about 3-to-1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was about 2-to-1 . -1 259814 260052 Before addressing the economy , Bush discussed the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia , which killed as many as 29 people , including seven Americans . The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . -1 1860590 1860965 Sens. John Kerry and Bob Graham declined invitations to speak . The no-shows were Sens. John Kerry of Massachusetts and Bob Graham of Florida . -1 3217914 3217410 Senate passage of the Medicare bill was almost certain , possibly as early as today . Senate passage of the Medicare bill is almost certain Monday . -1 899533 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy , in Bangkok were among the targets , it said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . -1 330570 330597 SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , as it has on economies across the region , hammering consumer spending and leaving shops , restaurants and airports empty . SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , hammering consumer spending , with shops , restaurants and airports empty while people stay at home . -1 1856517 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . -0 379912 380057 Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 358.65 / 359.15 an ounce at 0500 GMT , having darted as high as $ 359.25 -- a level not seen since February 25 . -1 2278050 2278126 Parson has been charged on one count of intentionally causing or attempting to cause damage to a computer . Parson faces one federal count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . -0 375988 375914 She appeared in federal court there Monday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . Holloway surrendered in Cleveland on Friday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . -1 184751 184597 There is , however , no photo of Peter Hollingworth in the June issue examined by the Herald yesterday . There is , however , no photograph of Dr Hollingworth in the June issue of the magazine examined by The Age yesterday . -1 2095800 2095807 The bank also said its offer was subject to the agreement of Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by 30 September 2003 . The offer is also subject to Goldman signing an agreement with Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by Sept . 30 , it said . -1 2271486 2271836 Hill , 50 , would be the first person executed for killing an abortion doctor . On Wednesday , Hill is scheduled to become the first person executed for murdering an abortion doctor . -0 1076887 1076865 On Jan. 10 , Shawanda Denise McCalister , who was also pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighbourhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . -1 2182211 2182122 It ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds for months over North Korea 's nuclear program and American demands that it cease . The contact between the delegations ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds over the nuclear program and U.S. demands that it cease immediately . -1 3028143 3028234 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services , the federal agency that runs Medicare , last year began a similar effort for nursing homes . The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid launched a similar consumer tool for nursing homes last year . -0 300634 301341 Scientists have reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half century ago . Scientists reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half-century ago , a dire assessment that drew immediate skepticism from commercial fishers . -0 2524956 2525064 The Nasdaq composite index fell 25.17 , or 1.4 percent , to 1,792.07 following a loss of 26.46 the previous session . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dropped 25.17 points , or 1.39 percent , to 1,792.07 , based on the latest available figures . -1 758278 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions only to see President Bill Clinton veto them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . -1 303299 303003 " He said they were in distress , " said Kingsville Police Chief Sam Granato . We 're asphyxiating , ' ' ' said Sam Granato , chief of the Kingsville police . -1 2481604 2481631 Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , has repeatedly said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . -1 3271454 3271282 But none of them opposed the idea outright , ministers said . But none of the ministers opposed Mr. Powell 's suggestion outright on Thursday , the ministers said . -1 3419298 3419192 No one has been killed in the attacks , which have continued despite major setbacks for al Qaeda in a battle with Saudi security forces . No one has been killed in the recent attacks , which have continued despite serious setbacks for al-Qaeda following battles with Saudi security forces . -1 778948 779030 The company also earned 14 cents a share a year earlier . A year ago , the company posted a profit of 12 cents a share . -1 2894851 2894608 That ought to be the standard — not how many people sign up , " he said . " That ought to be the standard , not how many people actually signed up , " Mr. Rule told the judge . -0 2551482 2551643 Among three major candidates , Schwarzenegger is wining the battle for independents and crossover voters . Schwarzenegger picks up more independents and crossover voters than Bustamante . -1 126746 126660 The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it a signature to attract shoppers and hopefully lure them back . The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it that signature that draws in shoppers and brings them back again and again . -1 1043007 1043209 " For customers to get the most of the Internet , several factors are crucial , " Pierre Danon , CEO of BT 's retail unit . " For customers to get the most out of the internet , several factors are crucial , " Mr Danon said . -0 1467845 1467892 A representative for Phoenix-based U-Haul declined to comment on the case before the judge 's opinion was released . Anthony Citrano , a representative for WhenU , declined to comment on the case . -0 249699 249623 Vivace was founded in 1999 and has raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . During difficult times for technology venture capital , Vivace raised over $ 118 million in three rounds of venture financing . -1 652661 652656 He has also directed " The Flintstones , " " Beethoven , " and " Jingle All The Way . " Levant 's other credits include " The Flintstones , " " Jingle All the Way " and " Beethoven . " -1 1027118 1027150 As he left court , McCartney cast one long angry glare at Amrozi , who almost hid behind his lawyer to the side . As he left the court , McCartney cast a long , angry glare at Amrozi , who tried to hide behind his lawyer . -1 1964152 1964187 " We are starting the epidemic with more cases and more areas affected than last year . " It indicates we are starting the epidemic with more cases than last year , " Gerberding said . -0 3448488 3448449 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > added 28 points , or 0.27 percent , at 10,557 , hitting its highest level in 21 months . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 49 points , or 0.47 percent , to 10,578 . -1 1087515 1087318 The $ 19.50-a-share bid , comes two days after PeopleSoft revised its bid for smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O to include cash as well as stock . Oracle 's $ 19.50-a-share bid comes two days after PeopleSoft added cash to its original all-share deal with smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O . -1 2923683 2923676 CIA Director George Tenet said the two men were " defined by dedication and courage . " " [ They ] were defined by dedication and courage , " said the CIA 's director George Tenet . -1 2494381 2494531 The FTC also asked the judge to suspend his ruling pending its appeal . The FTC asked the court Wednesday to block the ruling and filed for an appeal . -1 1353189 1353442 Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . The EU 's agriculture representative in Washington said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is wrapping up talks on agricultural reform . -1 2749322 2749663 The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals before Wednesday 's deadline to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . The Democratic candidates also began announcing their fund-raising totals in advance of the deadline today to file quarterly reports with the Federal Election Commission . -1 881610 881572 Even the pizza man took part , delivering a flier with the missing girl 's picture along with the pizza and a two-liter bottle of Pepsi to Cruz 's house . Even the pizza delivery took part , unwittingly delivering a leaflet with the missing girl 's picture during his run to Cruz 's house . -1 14515 14484 The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 , bouncing back from a one-month contraction in March at 47.9 . -1 1359554 1359450 It will also boost SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhance HP 's Linux business , they said . The deal also boosts SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhances HP 's Linux business , they said . -0 2204592 2204588 Sun Microsystems Inc. on Thursday said it had added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to its Hardware Compatibility List for the Solaris x86 operating system Platform Edition . The vendor has added 100 new third-party systems and 100 new components to the operating system 's Hardware Compatibility List ( HCL ) . -1 3250031 3250014 To create the condyle , Dr Mao and colleague Adel Alhadlaq used adult stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . He and a colleague created the articular condyle using stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . -0 3177055 3177119 New research indicates that some 540,000 high-tech jobs were lost in the United States during 2002 . In 2001 , there were 6.5 million high-tech jobs in the United States . -1 2228736 2228856 Of personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent vans or SUVs , 19 percent light trucks . Of all personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent are vans or sport utility vehicles and 19 percent are light trucks . -1 1887655 1887596 Network security products maker Secure Computing Inc. said Tuesday it is acquiring content-filtering vendor N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already-competitive market . Network security products maker Secure Computing said Tuesday it is acquiring content filtering firm N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already competitive market . -0 2885428 2885526 Mel Gibson 's passion-stirring Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " will open in the United States on Feb. 25 - Ash Wednesday on the Roman Catholic calendar . Mel Gibson is negotiating with Newmarket Films to distribute his embattled Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " in the United States . -1 516877 516921 Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation of Martinez to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " -1 2199099 2199074 Illinois State Police accident reconstruction experts were investigating the cause . State Police were investigating , Vazzi said . -1 2889005 2888954 Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the state 's 1998 anti-spam law by sending unsolicited e-mail without a toll-free number for recipients to call to stop additional mailings . Prosecutors said PW Marketing violated the 1998 anti-spam law because these unsolicited e-mails were sent without a free call number for recipients to phone to stop additional mailings . -1 556737 556780 They were released to authorities after officers delivered the soda to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the six-pack through a door . They were released to authorities after officers delivered a six-pack of Dr Pepper to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the soda through a door . -0 1670433 1670386 The children were last seen July 4 at a fireworks display in Concord with their father , Manuel Gehring . Authorities believe the children , who were last seen with their father at a fireworks display in Concord on July 4 , are dead . -0 2824462 2824446 The hall will be home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the LA Master Chorale . The Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Brass Ensemble also performed . -0 1657632 1657619 The Neighbours star and singer spent yesterday resting at her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today . Goodrem spent yesterday resting in her family home in Sydney and will have more tests today to determine her exact treatment . -1 1458108 1458147 Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy were married 13 years . -1 1945484 1945410 The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , Republican of Tennessee , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by the end of September . The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , R-Tenn . , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by late September . -0 1035510 1035558 The crime report surveyed 11,600 police and law enforcement agencies nationwide . The report details crime reported to law enforcement agencies statewide . -0 3292737 3292585 The state wants to lower wolf numbers in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . -1 1455958 1455870 It was expected to raise the $ 90 million McGreevey expected . The tax is expected to raise $ 90 million . -0 555617 555528 The 3 rd Armored Cavalry Regiment is 5,200 strong and the largest combat unit at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . -1 3053745 3053832 O 'Donnell wrote in her autobiography , " Find Me , " that she was " an abused child . " In her autobiography , " Find Me , " O 'Donnell wrote , " I was an abused kid . -1 2396937 2396818 " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the Fed said in a statement accompanying the unanimous decision . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . -0 3192750 3192828 The poll , conducted by KRC Communications Research of Newton , was taken Wednesday and Thursday . The poll of 405 registered Massachusetts voters was conducted Wednesday through Friday by RKM Research and Communications . -0 2339738 2339771 " It is bad for Symbian , " said Per Lindberg , analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein . " Motorola has displayed clear disloyalty " to Symbian , said Per Lindberg , an analyst at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein in London . -1 99322 99374 Pressure also came last night from religious circles as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . The pressure on Peter Hollingworth to resign as Governor-General intensified last night as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . -1 2933343 2933396 The attack on the al-Rashid Hotel , during the visit of Deputy Defence Secretary Paul Wolfowitz underscores the nature of the problem . The attack on the Rashid Hotel on Sunday , during the visit of the deputy secretary of defense , Paul D. Wolfowitz , underscores the nature of the problem . -1 1757060 1756887 " He would often call me for advice , " said Ronald L. Kuby , a friend and well-known lawyer who had represented him in the harassment case . " He would often call me for advice , " said lawyer Ron Kuby , a friend who had represented him in court . -1 159945 160232 The United States wants the measure passed by June 3 , when the oil-for-food program needs to be renewed . The Bush administration wants the measure approved by June 3 , when the existing oil-for-food program is up for renewal . -1 1646691 1646618 Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Edward Aritonang confirmed Saturday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . -1 1550880 1551024 Late last year , for example , more than 1800 US soldiers were placed in Djibouti to conduct counter-terrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . Since late last year , for example , more than 1,800 members of the American military have been placed in Djibouti to conduct counterterrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . -0 2862020 2862058 " I think it should have been released years ago , " said Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine . Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine , said the tape raises disturbing issues . -0 2564891 2565017 The bureau report shows significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18 to 24 , and middle- and higher-income earners nationwide . Reflecting the broad scope of the recession and its aftermath , significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18-to-64 , and middle- and higher-income earners . -0 1616174 1616206 Bob Richter , a spokesman for House Speaker Tom Craddick , had no comment about the ruling . Bob Richter , spokesman for Craddick , R-Midland , said the speaker had not seen the ruling and could not comment . -0 1479820 1479611 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 8.27 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,633.53 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . -1 1793615 1793553 Carlow and his group peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing the shipments ' prior owners . The network peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing prior owners of the shipments . -0 1617827 1617800 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office in Atlanta also refused to comment . Coca-Cola announced Friday morning that the U.S. Attorney 's office in Atlanta has started an inquiry . -0 1066386 1066809 Blair has said there is not ' ' a shred of truth ' ' in allegations the government manipulated evidence , and has resisted calls for a full public inquiry . Blair has said there is not ``a shred of truth ' ' in allegations that the government manipulated evidence about Iraq 's weapons programs . -1 2650436 2650346 They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Schooff . They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Blair Schoof , executive director of music for AOL Europe . -1 3061131 3061148 The comment period was to have expired on Monday . A public comment period on the proposed new taxes will end on Monday . -0 1618476 1618455 It even struck a deal for distribution and advertising with popular P2P service Grokster . Puretunes has also lost a distribution deal with the popular Grokster file-swapping software company . -1 2209389 2209110 The group criticizing Schwarzenegger , the League of United Latin American Citizens , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Latinos . The League of United Latin American Citizens , the group criticizing Schwarzenegger , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Hispanics . -1 417135 417203 He said European governments " have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears . " They have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears , " Bush said . -1 698925 698943 Market sentiment was subdued after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said U.S. securities regulators were investigating the accounting of the world 's largest computer company . Market sentiment was also cautious after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said that federal securities regulators had begun an investigating into its accounting . -1 859626 859581 Oh yeah , Miami , Boston College and Syracuse leaving the Big East to take a seat in the Atlantic Coast Conference . Boston College , Miami and Syracuse are considering leaving the Big East for the Atlantic Coast Conference by the end of the month . -1 1277527 1277464 Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . -0 2035179 2035364 U.S. forces recently apprehended some 40 suspected foreign militants near the Syrian border and are now interrogating them . The Third Armored Cavalry Regiment recently apprehended about 40 suspected fighters near the Syrian border , officials said . -1 3106460 3106512 " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused , " Mr Blunkett said . He added : " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified , but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused . " -1 3418000 3417854 They suspect the same anarchist group that claimed responsibility for the Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . Italian police investigating the Prodi bomb suspect an anarchist group that claimed responsibility for Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . -1 430564 430518 Supporters say a city casino will attract tourists and conventioneers who will gamble and spend money in restaurants and stores . Supporters say those people will gamble and have enough money left over to spend in restaurants and stores . -0 593304 593119 Currently , about 37,000 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea . There are 100,000 U.S. troops in Asia , most of them in South Korea and Japan . -1 2580937 2580985 Lee said Brianna had dragged food , toys and other things into the bedroom . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . -0 3164761 3164606 Peterson told police he fished alone in San Francisco Bay on Christmas Eve , returning to an empty house . Peterson told police he left his wife at about 9 : 30 a.m. on Dec. 24 to fish alone in San Francisco Bay . -0 58344 58540 North American markets finished mixed in directionless trading Monday as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators move into the spotlight . North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . -1 57269 57250 Mosel was unable to present financial statements in time due to mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said on Monday . Mosel had been unable to present financial statements in time because of mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said yesterday . -1 1596229 1596205 A navy official on the scene said divers were scanning the river bed with metal finders before rain drove them to shore . A navy official said divers scanned the river bed with metal detectors before rain drove them to shore . -1 349233 349039 " The Matrix Reloaded , " which opened in limited previews Wednesday night , took in an estimated $ 135.8 million for all five days . Matrix Reloaded opened in limited previews Wednesday night , and its total for all five days was estimated at $ 135.8 million . -1 2553320 2553127 At first blush , then , the distinction drawn by the creators of the do-not-call registry would seem to draw the line in precisely the right place . At first blush , then , the creators of the registry would seem to have drawn the line between exempted and banned calls in the right place . -1 3226418 3226399 They said no decisions had been made about how many troops would be moved , where they would come from , or where they would end up . They added that decisions have been made about how many troops will be moved , where they will come from , or where they will end up . -1 1640769 1640897 " The bank requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he said in an interview with the Press Association news agency . The Bank of England " requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he told the Press Association news agency . -1 3037382 3037412 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples -- and also unmarried heterosexual couples -- to officially register as domestic partners . -1 671328 671357 Cisco has signed similar deals with AT & T Corp. T.N , SBC Communications Inc . SBC.N and Sprint Corp. FON.N . Cisco has similar relationships with BellSouth competitors SBC Communications , AT & T and Sprint Communications . -0 2243159 2243130 The Dow Jones industrial average advanced for the fourth week in a row . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . -1 635783 635802 But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be another downgrade if Southcorp breached any of its banking covenants . But Ms Ward said the headroom under its financial covenants was " tight " and that there could be a rating downgrade if Southcorp did breach any banking covenants . -0 2286390 2286233 Also missing is Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas , who was in another vehicle swept off the turnpike . The other victim recovered Tuesday morning was Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas . -0 547288 547104 He also could be barred permanently from the securities industry . Young faces a fine , suspension or being permanently barred from the securities industry . -1 570666 570348 The Cradle of Liberty Council isn 't the first one to buck the national group 's stance . Philadelphia 's council is not the first to defy the national policy . -1 2898434 2898224 It would be cumbersome for restaurants that serve different meals each day , she said . It would be especially cumbersome for restaurants that change their menus daily , she said . -0 2620067 2620050 Debra Mitchell , a member of the church , said Wilson had recently lost her job . Mitchell said many knew Wilson , 43 , to be unstable and that she recently lost her job . -1 2123259 2123305 Today , we preserve essential tools to foster voice competition in the local market . " We preserve essential tools to foster voice competition , " Copps said . -1 1921868 1921881 " The discovery that the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohn 's sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation , " it said in a statement . The researchers say that the fact the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohns sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation . -1 14524 14499 A big surge in consumer confidence has provided the only positive economic news in recent weeks . Only a big surge in consumer confidence has interrupted the bleak economic news . -1 3444633 3444733 He added : ``I 've never heard of more reprehensiblebehaviour by a doctor . The Harrisons ’ lawyer Paul LiCalsi said : “ I ’ ve never heard of more reprehensible behaviour by a doctor . -0 339667 339053 " I have heard the people of New York say , ' Enough is enough , ' " Pataki said . " " I have every reason to believe that people understand enough is enough , " Mr. Pataki said . -1 3002971 3002919 The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . However , the Israeli government argues that changes in Israel ’ s state-controlled economy are necessary if the state is to compete in the global marketplace . -1 2119650 2119685 The computers were located in the United States , Canada , and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . -1 1953834 1953601 He was voluntarily castrated in 2001 , an operation he contends removed his ability to become sexually aroused . DeVries , who was voluntarily castrated in August 2001 , has said the surgery took away his ability to become sexually aroused . -1 555553 555528 Broomhead was assigned to 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment , based at Fort Carson . Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . -0 2819406 2819535 Diana was at her lowest ebb when she wrote the letter to Paul Burrell claiming there was a plot to kill her . Burrell said Diana wrote a letter in October 1996 claiming there was a plot to kill her in a smash and gave it to him to keep as insurance . -1 3137979 3137950 SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , gave the agency its first real test of a new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . And SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , tested the agency 's new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . -1 1057003 1057043 This morning , at UM 's New York office , Coen revised his expectations downward , saying that spending would instead rise 4.6 percent to $ 247 billion . Speaking to reporters at a New York news conference , Universal McCann 's Coen projected that total U.S. ad spending will rise 4.6 percent to $ 247.7 billion this year . -1 3065050 3064956 Cross-dressing teens from Harvey Milk High School offered sex for money in Greenwich Village and then robbed the would-be johns by pretending to be cops , sources said last night . Four Harvey Milk High School students who dressed as women were arrested yesterday for robbing men in the West Village - and pretending to be police officers , sources said . -1 2007827 2007774 Massachusetts does not have a state death penalty , and only once before - in Michigan - has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . Massachusetts has no state death penalty , and only once before -- in Michigan -- has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . -1 2082241 2082784 In Toronto , police said they arrested 38 people and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts . Toronto police made 38 arrests linked to the blackout and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts , said Constable Mike Hayles . -0 2015392 2015412 We caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , CBS Calgary medical director . " We 're delighted the testing has worked -- we caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , Calgary medical director of CBS . -1 1112021 1111925 Other staff members , however , defended the document , saying it would still help policy-makers and the agency improve efforts to address the climate issue . Some E.P.A. staff members defended the document , saying that although pared down it would still help policy makers and the agency address the climate issue . -0 3361268 3361194 The Senate 's proposal will need the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Pataki to become law . Even if the Senate approves the proposals , they would require the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Gov. George Pataki to become law . -0 166344 166421 The stock lost about 75 percent of its value after that bombshell and remains 40 percent below pre-disclosure levels . The stock lost some three quarters of its value after the initial February 24 bombshell disclosure . -0 1140085 1139891 The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " On June 4 , Amazon said it had received orders for over 1 million copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " -0 1509312 1509246 French special police raided a farm in Corsica on Friday , capturing the top suspect in the 1998 murder of France 's highest official on the Mediterranean island , officials said . Police arrested on Friday the chief suspect in the murder of the top state official on the unruly French island of Corsica , Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy said . -1 554948 554625 Tom Kasmer , a 14-year-old from Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during yesterday 's competition . The 14-year-old national spelling finalist who attends school in Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during competition Wednesday . -0 969584 969187 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . -0 2428443 2428665 General Wesley Clark finally confirmed this week that he would seek the Democratic nomination to run against President George Bush in next year 's presidential elections . Retired General Wesley Clark 's entry into the race for the Democratic presidential nomination will almost certainly strengthen anti-war forces determined to unseat US President George W Bush next year . -1 2615207 2615238 China would become only the third nation to put a human in space . China would become the third nation to achieve manned spaceflight . -1 769300 769133 ImClone Systems Inc. and Genentech Inc. led shares of U.S. biotechnology companies higher after medicines they are developing helped cancer patients in studies . ImClone Systems and Genentech led shares of biotechnology companies higher yesterday after studies showed the medicines they are developing helped cancer patients . -1 969189 969381 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 27.13 points , or 1.64 percent , at 1,626.49 , based on the latest data . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . -0 3225863 3225896 The American Express Corp. has pledged at least $ 3 million of more than $ 5 million needed . The city had requested federal funds , but withdrew that request when American Express pledged at least $ 3 million . -1 886793 887032 Privately-held GeCAD Software , founded in 1992 , has supplied antivirus and security products since 1994 under the name RAV AntiVirus . GeCAD , founded in 1992 and based in Bucharest , provides anti-virus , anti-spam and content-filtering products under the name RAV AntiVirus . -1 1079513 1079555 Kelly Boggs ' column will appear daily during the June 17-18 Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting in Phoenix . Kelly Boggs , Baptist Press ' weekly columnist , will be writing a column each day during the Southern Baptist Convention 's annual meeting this week in Phoenix . -1 1655920 1655544 This is the only planet that has been found in orbit around a binary star system . The new found planet is the only one known to orbit such a double-star system . -1 1353127 1353139 More than 1,000 people staged mostly peaceful protests during the talks , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . More than 1,000 people rallied over three days , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . -0 1420243 1419730 Lee Janzen , who was tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 and tied for sixth . Lee Janzen , tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 to tie for sixth with Bob Crane ( 67 ) at 269 . -0 2894175 2894216 The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of waste thought to contain transuranic waste are stored underground at Hanford . The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of transuranic and low-level radioactive waste , some of it mixed with hazardous chemicals , is buried at Hanford . -0 2384840 2385182 There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Gov. Gray Davis told reporters at a campaign stop in Compton . There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Davis said after appearing with former U.S. president Bill Clinton at a school dedication . -1 1566184 1565948 Officials said all three would be charged with conspiracy to commit murder . All three of the teens were charged with offenses including conspiracy to commit murder . -0 1673532 1673564 Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is completed . Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is complete , assuming those businesses aren 't sold . -1 130511 130374 But they are split over whether the Fed will acknowledge risks are tilted toward weakness , or say they are balanced . Wall Street is debating whether the central bank will say risks are tilted toward weakness or balanced with inflation . -1 2045238 2045009 Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler in New York 's diamond district , allegedly accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the missiles , the government said . Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler from New York 's diamond district , accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the first missile , investigators said . -0 684978 684945 Samudra claims the meeting agreed with this and fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker still on the run and so-called smiling Bali bomber , Amrozi . He claims they agreed on this plot and that fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker who is still on the run . -1 2780550 2780535 The seventh person charged in the case - Habis Abdu al Saoub - remains at large . The seventh member of the cell , Habis Abdullah al Saoub , 37 , a Jordanian , remains at large . -0 1297360 1297335 Vivendi shares closed 1.9 percent at 15.80 euros in Paris after falling 3.6 percent on Monday . In New York , Vivendi shares were 1.4 percent down at $ 18.29 . -0 700602 700554 The Bank of England starts its two-day meeting on Wednesday , but was expected to leave British interest rates steady . The Bank of England starts a two-day policy meeting on Wednesday and is expected to leave British interest rates steady at 3.75 percent on Thursday . -0 1317762 1317746 Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . The results were 3 cents a share lower than the forecast of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -0 733402 734174 Annika Sorenstam gets her first opportunity to test that objective this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . The appetizer devoured , Annika Sorenstam moves on to the entree this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . -1 2760895 2760839 The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . The greenback rose steeply against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . -0 952418 952394 The San Jose-based company posted a net income of $ 64.2 million , or 27 cents per share , in the quarter ended May 30 . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . -0 318779 319126 He claims it may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to the concept . " This proposal is modest compared with the space programme , and may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to it . -0 2622010 2622070 " And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting . " " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . -1 1515035 1515071 " After what happened here ... it 's tacky and unpatriotic , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting the site with her husband from Salem , Mass . " It 's nasty , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting with her husband from Salem , Mass . " After what happened here . -0 2749410 2749625 President Bush raised a record-breaking $ 49.5 million for his re-election campaign over the last three months , with contributions from 262,000 Americans , the president 's campaign chairman said Tuesday . President Bush has raised $ 83.9 million since beginning his re-election campaign in May , and has $ 70 million of that left to spend , his campaign said Tuesday . -1 902161 901479 An hour later , an Israeli helicopter fired missiles at a car in Gaza City , killing two Hamas officials and at least five other people . An hour later Israeli attack helicopters rained missiles on a car in Gaza City , killing seven people , Palestinian sources said . -0 518132 518096 He also called Hovan a " person of good reputation " who had worked as a bus driver since 1967 . Hovan , a resident of Trumbull , Conn . , had worked as a bus driver since 1967 and had no prior criminal record . -0 1743711 1743693 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > was down 10 / 32 for a yield of 4.91 percent , up from 4.89 percent late Thursday . The 30-year bond was down 14 / 32 to yield 4.92 percent , up from 4.89 percent on Thursday but off an earlier yield high of 4.95 percent . -1 2492702 2492721 The companies also announced plans to collaborate on the design for future generations of memory technologies . The two groups said they would collaborate on the design of future memory technologies . -1 2270117 2270197 A judge ordered the child placed in state custody Aug. 8 . On Aug. 8 , Juvenile Court Judge Robert Yeates ordered that Parker be placed in protective custody . -1 99767 99742 The British ambassador to the United Nations , Sir Jeremy Greenstock , is scheduled to lead a Security Council Mission to the region in mid-May . Sir Jeremy Greenstock , the UK 's ambassador to the UN , is due to lead a week-long Security Council mission to West Africa in mid-May . -1 1629064 1629043 An episode is declared when the ozone reaches .20 parts per million parts of air for one hour . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . -1 2117309 2117247 This year , local health departments hired part-time water samplers and purchased testing equipment with a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . This year , Peninsula health officials got the money to hire part-time water samplers and purchase testing equipment thanks to a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . -1 1414523 1414461 Roslyn shares gained 82 cents to close at $ 20.79 yesterday in Nasdaq trading . In recent dealings , shares of Roslyn were up 40 cents , or 1.9 percent , to $ 21.25 . -1 789691 789665 " He may not have been there , " the defence official said on Thursday . " He may not have been there , " said a defence official speaking on condition of anonymity . -1 1463213 1463171 American has laid off 6,500 of its Missouri employees since Dec. 31 , according to Driskill . Since October 2001 , American has laid off 6,149 flight attendants , according to George Price , a union spokesman . -1 1777875 1777966 She met Lady Mary at her Double Bay home yesterday to thank her for the donation . She met Lady Mary for the first time at her Double Bay home in Sydney yesterday to thank her in person for the donation . -0 440568 440402 Acting Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said the explosion was being treated as a criminal matter , but no possibility had been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . -1 850724 850750 The value will total about $ 124 million , including convertible securities , according to Corel . Including convertible securities , the total estimated value of the deal is $ 124 million , according to Corel . -1 1991823 1992132 " I can say I am being forced into exile by the world superpower , " he said . " I am being forced into exile by the world 's superpower , " Taylor said in an address videotaped at his home . -1 1349747 1349843 Goss said CIA Director George Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . He also noted that Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . -1 844421 844679 The U.N. troops are in Congo to protect U.N. installations and personnel , and they can only fire in self defense and have been unable to stem the violence . The troops - whose mandate is to protect U.N. installations and personnel - can only fire in self-defense and have been unable to stem the violence . -0 1091236 1091318 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 1-10 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , up from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . -1 58540 58567 North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . North American futures pointed to a strong start to the first trading session of the week Monday , as earnings season slows and economic indicators take the spotlight . -0 2561138 2561215 The service also features a " self-healing " option that can provide continuous access to critical applications . It also offers a " self-healing " option so businesses have continuous access to critical servers , data and applications . -1 2728899 2728954 Shares of the Smithfield rose more than 8 percent as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . Smithfield shares rose more than 8 per cent yesterday as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . -0 2856384 2856570 Consolidated volume was heavy , with 2.17 billion shares traded , compared with 1.92 billion on Tuesday . Consolidated volume was moderate , with 1.91 billion shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange , compared to 1.5 billion Monday . -1 1819120 1819048 Chief Executive Rod Eddington is to meet the three unions separately on Monday afternoon . Eddington is to meet the other two unions separately later on Monday . -1 2903876 2904035 He had said before the meeting that he planned to urge Chinese officials to move quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . He has said he plans to urge Chinese officials during the G20 meeting to move more quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . -1 258973 259078 With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products now are two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C , the antiviral pill ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron . With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products are now antiviral drug ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron -- two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C. -1 2728920 2728978 Shares of Smithfield closed up $ 1.64 , or 8.5 percent , at $ 20.85 , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Smithfield rose $ 1.64 yesterday to close at $ 20.85 , a rise of 8.5 per cent , on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2240384 2240134 He planned Monday to formally announce the effort alongside several union presidents . He plans to announce the effort formally tomorrow in Cincinnati alongside several union presidents . -1 1238164 1238199 TSMC also accused Syndia of trying to interfere with its customer relationships . TSMC feels that Syndia 's actions are designed to interfere with TSMC 's customer relationships , the company said . -1 1660173 1660193 Also at increased risk are those whose immune systems suppressed by medications or by diseases such as cancer , diabetes and AIDS . Also at increased risk are those with suppressed immune systems due to illness or medicines . -1 781439 781461 Xerox itself paid a $ 10 million fine last year to settle similar SEC charges . Xerox itself previously paid a $ 10-million penalty to settle the SEC accusations . -1 452914 452858 Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . ( nyse : JWN - news - people ) jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . JWN.N jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . -1 274406 273999 " I figure we 've destroyed about one-half of Al Qaeda , the top operators of Al Qaeda , and that 's good , " Mr. Bush said . " We 've destroyed about one half of al Qaeda , the top operators of al Qaeda , and that 's good . -1 2188367 2188397 Her knees were swollen for days and she still bears scars there and on her legs and ankles . Grieson said both of her knees were swollen for days and that she still has scars on her legs from the incident . -1 1642169 1642368 The new 25-member Governing Council 's first move was to scrap holidays honoring Saddam and his party and to create a public holiday marking the day of his downfall . Its first decisions were to scrap all holidays honoring Saddam and his outlawed Baath Party and to create a new public holiday marking the day of his downfall . -1 1294892 1294914 Al Qaeda , the terror network led by Saudi-born Osama bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks , has been linked to both cases . Al-Qaida , the terror network led by Saudi-born bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 attacks on the United States , has been linked to both cases . -1 1472090 1472197 He praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying that it was a Rhodes scholar at Oxford who first interested him in politics . Blair praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying it was an Australian Rhodes Scholar he met while at Oxford who first interested him in politics . -1 1409801 1409904 Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another key Saudi operator for Al Qaeda and a second main suspect in the Riyadh bombings remains at large . Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another suspected Saudi operative for Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida terror network and top suspect in the Riyadh bombings , remains at large . -1 3007381 3007207 " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the Constitution , " she said . The church 's lawyer , Shirley Phelps-Roper , was clear : " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the constitution , " she said . -0 320332 320001 " There were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals -- there 's not one person who 's responsible here , " Gehman said . In turning down the NIMA offer , Gehman said , ' ' there were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals here . -0 2537779 2537667 H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned Thursday , saying Reed should start with a " clean slate . " Reed arrived a day after H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned saying Reed should have a " clean slate " to make changes . -1 3102535 3102405 He hugged his lawyers and their assistants and then said , " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " -1 2055323 2055336 The department also sent water and soil samples to the state health laboratory . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . -1 2653994 2653952 Pat Anderson , the attorney representing the parents , Bob and Mary Schindler , declined to comment . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . -1 1091916 1092088 The company has agreed terms on the purchase of the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . The company has reached agreement on the terms for buying the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . -0 2063773 2063818 A power cut in New York in 1977 left 9 million people without electricity for up to 25 hours . The outage resurrected memories of other massive power blackouts , including one in 1977 that left about 9 million people without electricity for 25 hours . -1 2644075 2644106 But Gelinas says only six have been fully re-evaluated . Ms. Gelinas said only 1.5 per cent of those have been fully re-evaluated . -1 583607 583806 Idaho Gem also is the first sterile animal to be cloned . " He is the first and only cloned sterile hybrid . " -1 417157 417101 It is almost certain to exacerbate the bitter divisions between Washington and Europe that have not abated since the end of the war in Iraq . It is almost certain to exacerbate the divisions between Washington and Europe that emerged before the war in Iraq . -1 938680 939039 Resigning along with Brendsel was Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer . Chairman and chief executive Leland Brendsel and Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer , resigned . -1 2398836 2398855 The vast majority of trades will be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on participation in incentive schemes . " Eurex said " the vast majority " of trades on Eurex US would be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on " participation in incentive schemes " . -0 3018437 3018453 Associated Press Writer Curt Anderson at the Justice Department in Washington , D.C. , contributed to this story . Associated Press Writer Jay Reeves in Birmingham , Ala . , contributed to this story . -1 452852 452908 Hewlett-Packard Co . HPQ.N , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . Hewlett-Packard Co . ( nyse : HPQ - news - people ) , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . -0 2565305 2565176 He urged patience from Americans eager for the service , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . -1 2461332 2461355 " Everyone who has a cell phone wishes they had a better one , " Huang said . They have a cell phone and everybody that has a cell phone wishes they had a better one . " -1 238193 238218 Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of a group of six Yemeni-Americans to enter a plea agreement with the government in the case . Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of the six to enter a plea agreement with the government . -0 2583299 2583319 " We 're still confident that Gephardt will get the lion 's share of union support . " Whether or not we get to the two-thirds , we 're going to have the lion 's share of union support . " -1 1487866 1487826 " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive , " Medina said in a statement . In response , Medina issued the following statement : " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive . -0 1077097 1076865 On Jan. 10 , 20-year-old Shawanda Denise McCalister , who also was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighborhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . -0 1042396 1042500 After the further analysis of the subset data , the companies plan to discuss the results with regulators and then determine how to proceed . The two companies plan further analysis of the subset data and will discuss the results with regulatory agencies . -1 452845 452902 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . -0 68066 68260 The case is Illinois v. Telemarketing Associates , 01-1806 . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . -1 2046154 2046139 They are being held on immigration violations as the incident is investigated . Both men are being held for investigation of administrative immigration violations . -1 2205796 2205913 " Rendezvous has been a TIBCO mark for many years and is one of our flagship products , " said George Ahn , chief marketing officer , Tibco . Tibco 's chief marketing officer George Ahn said : " Rendezvous has been a Tibco mark for many years and is one of our flagship products . -0 3331129 3331081 Bad publicity has already weakened sales which are highly profitable for retailers . Bad publicity surrounding warranties has already sent sales into decline . -0 62655 62543 Turner , who held about 105 million shares before the sale , also transferred 10 million AOL shares to a charitable trust . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . -1 3162272 3162360 Several cities are competing for the headquarters , including Miami ; Panama City ; Atlanta ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Puebla , Mexico . But Miami is competing with eight other cities , including Atlanta ; Panama City ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Cancn , Mexico . -0 3328335 3328020 Beagle 2 has no propulsion system of its own ; it is " in the hands of Mr Newton now " , as an astronaut once put it . It is " in the hands of Mr Newton " as a US space agency ( Nasa ) astronaut once put it . -0 2247552 2247415 Diane Lade of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel , a Tribune Publishing newspaper , contributed to this report . Staff Writer Diane Lade and The Associated Press contributed to this report . -1 469257 469133 But the Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . But the Russell 2000 , the barometer of stocks of smaller companies , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . -1 1909579 1909408 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " said National Chief Executive Brian Halla . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . -0 2254321 2254236 At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . At 11 a.m. EDT , Fabian 's center was near latitude 18.1 north and longitude 53.2 west , or about 550 miles east of the Leewards . -0 3054612 3054405 The National Transportation Safety Board has subpoenaed Gansas , arguing his immediate testimony remains critical to its investigation . The National Transportation Safety Board had subpoenaed him , but he initially ignored the order . -1 2029603 2029641 Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . His wife , Janet , said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water . -1 2375165 2375130 But as more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public the safety it needed . But as time passed and more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public what it needed most from the police - safety . -1 471718 471681 " The longer this series goes , the better chance Dirk has to play . " " I think the longer the series goes , the more chance Dirk has to play , " Nelson said . -1 1118216 1118018 The seal will ultimately be used to identify DHS badges , vehicles , signs , sea vessels and aircraft . The seal will ultimately be used on department materials , signage , credentials , badges , vehicles , sea vessels and aircraft . -0 447053 446966 There are an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around the town . Bunia has about 750 U.N. troops , compared with an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around Bunia . -0 297236 297106 Neither Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van De Velde nor Morgan could be reached for comment . Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van de Velde would not confirm an offer was made to Lebo . -0 1279796 1279881 The Dow Jones Industrial Average held on to small gains , up 19.96 to 9,092.91 , while the S & P 500 index shed 0.39 to 981.25 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . -0 787432 787464 The blasts killed two people and injured more than 150 others . The Atlanta Olympic Games attack killed one woman and injured more than 100 other people . -1 501887 501917 An airplane carrying Spanish peacekeepers back from Afghanistan crashed into a fog-shrouded mountain in Turkey and exploded Monday , killing all 75 people aboard . A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . -1 818479 818367 But the subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not be present , an issue which has rankled Iraqi officials . Meanwhile , the main subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not send a delegation , an issue that has rankled Iraqi officials . -0 1597901 1597932 Security forces stormed the building , but 129 hostages were killed along with the attackers . Russian forces stormed the building to free the hostages but 129 people died in the operation . -0 3391267 3391277 So far , Georgia has been returned all but $ 70,000 of the money it wired . Georgia has received all but $ 70,000 of its money back with the help of the FBI . -1 2581127 2580985 Lee told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . -0 52758 52343 Morrill 's wife , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law during the service . At the service Morrill 's widow , Ellie , sobbed and hugged Bondeson 's sister-in-law as people consoled her . -1 1671941 1671677 " With the target funds rate at 1 percent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " -0 176905 176931 The US responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers . The US administration responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers but pledging " to comply with our international obligations " . -0 66587 66500 Derek Jeter took batting practice on the field for the first time since dislocating his left shoulder on Opening Day and expects to begin a minor league rehab assignment tomorrow . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . -0 2373715 2373669 Water management officials in Florida were worried about some of the already-swollen rivers and lakes , because a direct hit from a hurricane could cause severe flooding . Water management officials in Florida were worried about the storm 's possible effect on some of their already-swollen rivers and lakes . -1 1952630 1952428 It was to fly a plane in the White House . " " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Mr. Karas said . -1 1675025 1675047 Spansion products are to be available from both AMD and Fujitsu , AMD said . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . -1 1015204 1015140 Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales below Wall Street 's modest expectations . -1 2630710 2630750 Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . Rambus Inc. shot up almost 33 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . -0 34199 34334 Pines said he would convene the relevant party bodies within 10 days to discuss whether new elections would be held or whether a temporary leader would be appointed . Mitzna and party secretary Ophir Pines agreed to convene party organizations within 10 days to discuss whether new primaries would be held or a temporary leader appointed . -1 2711479 2711576 The tendency to feel rejection as an acute pain may have developed in humans as a defensive mechanism for the species , said Eisenberger . Feeling rejection as an acute pain may have developed as a defence mechanism for the species , Eisenberger said . -1 2131318 2131372 About 1,500 police will be deployed for the visit . Around 1,500 police are to be deployed at Niigata for the ferry 's visit . -1 2691267 2691047 A discouraging outlook from General Electric Co. sent its share down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . A discouraging outlook from GE sent the company 's shares down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . -0 20391 20375 This was double the $ 818 million reported for the first three months of 2001 . Berkshire Hathaway made profits of $ 1.7 billion in the first three months of this year alone , its best performance . -0 1117441 1117426 U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald said the wholesalers were not to blame and were " victims in this . " U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald declined to name the wholesalers , whom he called " victims in this . " -1 1171539 1171897 At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid a full point for a yield of 4.47 percent from 4.41 percent . At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 2 / 32 for a yield of 4.41 percent . -0 2277428 2277502 And yes , Marilyn Monroe is definitely part of the story , titled " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " -0 699979 700005 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index was 49.4 percent last month , up from 45.4 in April . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . -0 218937 219056 Mr. Parsons has been director of the Stennis Center , which specializes in rocket engine research and testing , since August . Mr. Parsons has served as the director at the Stennis Space Center , which employs 4,600 people , since August . -1 1589333 1589356 As part of the changes , Microsoft will also tie stock awards for its top 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . Microsoft also said it will tie stock awards for 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . -0 453448 453574 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . At 11 a.m. ( 1500 GMT ) , the 10-year note US10YT = RR was up 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.36 percent from 3.40 percent Wednesday . -1 2327949 2327686 In December 1998 , a 33-year-old woman died when she was hit by a metal cleat that came loose from the Columbia sailing ship . In 1998 , a 33-year-old man died after he was struck by a metal cleat at the Columbia ship attraction . -0 1052580 1052778 Last year , he was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff incurred while he was labour minister but had originally billed to taxpayers . Last year , Stockwell was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff rang up while he was labour minister . -1 325763 325928 Gamarekian told The News she remembers only the woman 's first name - and refused to reveal it . She told the New York Daily News she remembers only the intern 's first name , which she refused to reveal . -1 1953249 1953229 Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the day DNA testing identified the bodies . Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . -0 700005 699929 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . The Purchasing Managers Index , released on Monday by the Institute for Supply Management , rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April . -1 4177 4083 The decomposed remains of 17-year-old Max Guarino of Manhattan were found floating near City Island April 25 . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . -0 1088211 1088238 Kodak earned 85 cents per share excluding one-time items in the quarter a year earlier . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . -1 2636441 2636304 Scholars in medical ethics have said the issue of medicating patients to improve their mental health to execute them might present formidable obstacles for doctors . Scholars in medical ethics have said the notion of medicating people to improve their mental health to the point where they may be executed can present formidable obstacles for doctors . -1 336701 336413 The man , Fazul Abdullah Mohammed , a Comoros islander , is on the U.S. FBI 's list of most wanted suspects . A Comoros islander , he is on the United States ' list of most wanted suspects . -1 2733687 2733747 Asked about the controversy , Bloomberg said , " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side I 'll certainly wave to them . " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side , I 'll certainly wave to them , " Bloomberg said . -1 2196784 2196874 He said it was a mistake , and he reimbursed the party nearly $ 2,000 . The governor said the use of the credit card was a mistake , and has since reimbursed the party for the expense . -0 3446378 3446258 Both NASA and Russian space officials said it posed no danger to the crew . American and Russian space officials stressed there is no immediate danger to the crew or the operation of the orbiting outpost . -1 1081979 1081950 The Bluetooth SIG made its announcement at the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam this week . A new version of the Bluetooth specification was officially launched today at the start of the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam . -1 1868599 1868648 Respondents who rated current business conditions as " bad " increased to 30.4 % from 28.1 % in June . " Those rating present business conditions as ' bad ' increased to 30.4 per cent from 28.1 per cent , " the report said . -1 3301558 3301460 The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate last night , but his condition was described as “ stable ” and “ comfortable ” . The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate on Monday , with his condition last night described as “ stable and comfortable ” . -1 2638975 2638855 One of the FBI ’ s key operatives , who had a falling out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend ’ s closed immigration court proceeding . One of the FBI 's key operatives , who has had a falling-out with the bureau , provided an account of the operation at a friend 's closed immigration court proceeding . -1 1907358 1907308 He added , " I am not giving any consideration to resignation . " I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . -1 2051903 2052013 At least 61 people were killed and dozens injured across Afghanistan yesterday in the worst outbreak of violence for more than a year . Sixty-one people were killed and dozens wounded in outbreaks of violence across Afghanistan in the troubled country 's bloodiest 24 hours in more than a year , officials said Wednesday . -1 650292 650062 The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark , the first time since December . The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " -1 2198694 2198937 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes a salary of $ 65,000 in his 30th year . A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . -1 2732028 2731959 Emergency crews said some of the passengers were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . Emergency crews said no passenger was ejected , but some were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . -1 3083157 3083264 " I feel that people that are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use their computers , " said McKechnie . The people who are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use your computer , " McKechnie said . -1 1101304 1101205 Page said it 's also possible that genes on the Y chromosome may influence gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . He added that genes on the Y might play a role in influencing gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . -0 2791603 2791653 The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . The Nasdaq eased 0.15 percent for the week after two consecutive up weeks . -0 1530188 1530311 The House version pays 80 percent of a senior 's first $ 2,000 in drug costs after a $ 250 deductible . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . -1 2793362 2793469 Overture 's listings are generated by more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . Overture generates its search listings from more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . -1 1325624 1325693 The company said that with proper funding , ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . Human Genome said ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . -1 2775364 2775332 A really robust program could be had for about 20 cents a day , " Griffin said . " A really robust space program could be had for a mere 20 cents a day from each person , " he said . -0 583888 583563 His birth on 4 May is revealed today in the journal Science . The scientists ' research is being published today in the journal Science ( www.sciencemag.org ) . -1 2876850 2876936 " We don 't know at this point if the current investigation includes one or more outside contractors . " We do not know if the current investigation involves one or more multiple contractors , " she said . -0 1220667 1220799 We intend to appeal vigorously and still expect to be vindicated ultimately . We think this was bad law , and we still expect to be vindicated ultimately . -0 18800 18720 Shares of LendingTree soared $ 5.99 , or 40.1 percent , to $ 20.68 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . -0 872797 872880 Shares in the big mortgage lenders also fell to record lows . Shares of other mortgage lenders and home construction companies also fell . -1 964055 963933 July Brent rose 31 cents to $ 28.39 per barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . Brent crude for July delivery fell 38 cents to $ 27.45 a barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . -0 1027885 1028037 It would now take place some time before August 8 in Auckland . The meeting would now be held before August 8 . -1 1825432 1825301 A man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot and kill a city councilman from Queens was ordered held on $ 100,000 bail during an early morning court appearance Saturday . The Queens man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot City Councilman Hiram Monserrate was held on $ 100,000 bail Saturday , a spokesman for the Queens district attorney said . -1 173780 173843 Also helping Tokyo stocks were hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of its top economic advisory panel . Stocks rebounded on Friday on hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of the top economic advisory panel . -0 3046152 3046307 However , scientists led by physicist Frank McDonald of the University of Maryland disagree . It 's just a matter of time , said Frank McDonald , of the University of Maryland . -1 760511 760819 " It was brazen intimidation to keep people on the reservation , " said a Republican who attended but did not want to be named . " It was a brazen attempt at intimidation , " said a Republican legislator who attended the meeting . -1 2906104 2906322 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail . They remained in Camden County Jail on Sunday on $ 100,000 bail . -0 1091300 1091577 At midday Monday , the 10-year note US10YT = RR had slipped 12 / 32 in price giving a yield of 3.16 percent from 3.12 percent . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . -1 1219440 1219610 Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . Axelrod died of heart failure while asleep at his Los Angeles home , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . -1 2054927 2054997 But it said that the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . But , in a 58-page report , WHO said the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . -1 31856 31914 Montgomery was one of the first places to enact such a law , but many places , including New York City , now ban smoking in bars . While Montgomery was one of the first to enact such a law , it 's now relatively common - even New York City bans smoking in bars . -1 486095 486254 " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many wept tears of happiness at finally seeing and hearing their idol . " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many concert-goers wept tears of happiness . -1 2175862 2175765 He also noted Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options valued at more than $ 50-million ( U.S. ) earlier this year . He also said that Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options with a value of $ 54 million to $ 56 million earlier this year . -0 2784892 2784625 Catholic Church officials reported that two miners were killed and six other protesters injured 50 miles ( 110 km ) outside of La Paz . A Catholic priest said two miners were killed and nine other protesters injured 110 kilometres outside La Paz as a convoy of miners threw dynamite at soldiers manning a roadblock . -1 1892192 1892109 ATA shares were down $ 1.85 at $ 8.07 on the Nasdaq Stock Market in Tuesday afternoon trading . ATA shares closed down $ 1.66 , or 16.7 percent , at $ 8.26 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -0 1680556 1680381 There was no immediate response from North Korea or the United States . North Korea has demanded one-to-one talks with the United States . -1 3444074 3444041 But the new vaccine will not even begin to be tested in people until 2005 and will not be approved for use for several years after that . However , the new vaccine won 't begin to be tested in people until 2005 and won 't be approved for use for several years after that . -1 1596241 1596217 But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , poor vessel construction and lax enforcement of safety rules . But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , rickety vessels and lax safety standards . -1 722278 722383 Ms Stewart , the chief executive , was not expected to attend . Ms Stewart , 61 , its chief executive officer and chairwoman , did not attend . -0 2677365 2677297 The euro < EUR = > was up 0.67 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1784 after rising to a three-month high earlier in the session above $ 1.18 . In early U.S. trading , the euro < EUR = > was down 0.6 percent to $ 1.1741 , after rising to a four-month high of $ 1.1860 . -1 1039562 1039677 Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone in federal court starting Monday . If accepted by the judge , Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone next month . -0 113471 113543 He started in the 1983 Super Bowl , which Miami lost 27-17 to Washington . He played four seasons in Miami , including the Dolphins ' 27-17 loss to Washington in the Super Bowl . -1 987465 987205 However , George Heath , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said shortly after the attack that Akbar had " an attitude problem " . However , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said that Akbar had " an attitude problem . " -1 702543 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Mr. Heyer said . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . -1 1980565 1980620 The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4-GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11M , 22M , 33M , 44M and 55Mbit / sec . The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4 GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11 , 22 , 33 , 44 and 55Mbit / s . -1 1147489 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . -0 1303403 1303367 Nterprise Linux Services is expected to be available before then end of this year . Beta versions of Nterprise Linux Services are expected to be available on certain HP ProLiant servers in July . -1 1346614 1346703 With a wry smile , Mr. Bush replied , " You 're looking pretty young these days . " Bush shot back : " You 're looking pretty young these days . " -1 1852136 1852279 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged down 28.08 points , or 0.3 percent , at 9,256.49 . The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . -0 101747 101777 Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said the defense 's claims were preposterous . Christina 's aunt , Shelley Riling , said she will address the court . -0 289121 289153 " This is extraordinarily fast , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . They are actually going to record sales for Velcade this year , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . -0 3015067 3015139 Agnew said Pinellas began baiting when rabies cases " went from zero to 30 " in 1995 . Still , Pinellas rabies cases fell sharply to 17 in 1996 and 3 in 1997 , Agnew said . -1 1600904 1601015 And now it 's anything he wants to say , " Alesha Badgley , Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director , said this week . And now it 's anything he wants to say , " confirmed Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director Alesha Badgley . -1 1650194 1650317 Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's in Texas . Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . -0 968428 968105 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . -1 2430761 2430727 British-based GlaxoSmithKline Plc said earlier this year it would cut off supplies to Canadian drugstores that ship to the United States . GlaxoSmithKline , the UK drugmaker , has said it would cut off supplies to Canadian stores shipping drugs to the US . -1 2224884 2224819 The Justice Department Aug. 19 gave pre-clearance for the Oct. 7 date for the election to recall Gov. Gray Davis , saying it would not affect minority voting rights . The Justice Department on Aug. 19 sanctioned the Oct. 7 date for recall election , saying it would not affect voting rights . -1 1712258 1712278 Those in their twenties who ejaculated more than five times a week were one-third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life , they say . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . -0 2543134 2543228 But the prime minister told the BBC he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right . He said he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right , in both foreign and domestic policy . -1 749739 749633 We need to challenge old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual , " he wrote . " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " -1 1039560 1039675 The plea makes Grass the second high-ranking Rite Aid executive to strike a deal with federal prosecutors in the past two weeks . Grass is the second of the Rite Aid defendants to strike a deal with federal prosecutors this month . -1 422010 421935 Class-action suits expand exponentially the number of plaintiffs and damages in a lawsuit by allowing initial plaintiffs to plea on behalf of a far larger group with common interest . Class-action suits expand sharply the number of plaintiffs and damages in a suit by allowing initial plaintiffs to sue on behalf of a larger group with common interests . -0 747200 747455 The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . -1 3083629 3083709 Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay companies like IBM to do all that than try to build their own . Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay the $ 100,000 to $ 10 million for a supercomputer than try to build their own . -1 1503208 1503173 One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 . One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 ( 18.33 Celsius ) , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 ( 30.56 Celsius ) . -0 2600535 2600404 It was developed with consultation from more than 300 leaders in academia , industry , government and the public . The plan , called The NIH Roadmap , was developed over 14 months with help from more than 300 consultants in industry and academia . -0 1220096 1220233 The judge 's decision ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors during a standing-room only purchasing hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court . Jones ' decision Friday ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors . -1 2222984 2223085 The value of the deal has increased since BP first announced it in February . The value of BP 's investment has risen since the deal was announced in February . -0 1591358 1591381 Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she has left on vacation with her family . Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she was on vacation with her family , but is expected to return this week . -1 1414845 1415072 Chapman was not immediately arrested and is expected to appear for arraignment July 3 . Mr. Chapman , who hasn 't been arrested , is expected to appear for arraignment next Thursday , prosecutors said . -0 977938 978162 Lord Falconer hailed the changes as " a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned " . " It 's a new beginning as far as the courts , Crown Prosecution Service and police are concerned , making the criminal justice system work better . " -0 2067846 2068336 Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians who could vote on electronic touch-screen machines . Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians voting electronically - 9.3 percent of the state 's 15.3 million registered voters . -1 2576446 2576544 Tech stocks were hurt by a sour forecast from Sun Microsystems , which was viewed as a bad omen for the upcoming quarterly earnings season . A sour forecast from Sun Microsystems Inc . SUNW.O put more pressure on Wall Street before the quarterly earnings season . -0 481931 481974 " Let 's show we won 't let them off , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . " The movement to defend pensions is gaining momentum , and we won 't give up , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . -0 1015010 1014963 GE stock closed at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 296513 296504 An artist who painted a fake " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " sign on a building near ground zero said Tuesday that he did not mean to offend anyone . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . -0 2527646 2527796 Utah 's median household income also took a hit , falling 1.8 percent , from $ 48,875 to $ 47,978 . Georgia 's median household income dropped about 0.9 percent to $ 43,096 -- a $ 408 dip . -1 1836650 1836640 Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development , " Frank Cheung , chairman of Culturecom , said in a statement . He added : " Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development . " -0 2947222 2947126 Larger rivals , including Tesco and Sainsbury ’ s , were excluded from the bid battle following a Competition Commission inquiry last month . A Competition Commission inquiry last month has already excluded larger rivals Tesco , Asda and J Sainsbury from the bid race . -1 670897 670580 The move to rein in losses at its four boutique outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . The move to rein in the losses of the four upmarket food outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . -1 684499 684698 Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court had no jurisdiction over those crimes . Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court hearing Mr Samudra 's case did not have jurisdiction over those crimes . -1 1014730 1014699 Many compensation experts had predicted Carty would get a generous severance deal because his voluntary resignation helped keep the concessions deals in place . Many compensation experts had predicted that Carty would get a generous severance package because his voluntary resignation helped preserve the concessions , the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported . -0 969585 969381 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . -0 2465550 2465322 Nine traffic deaths were blamed on the storm in North Carolina , Virginia , Maryland , Pennsylvania and Washington . At least 36 deaths have been blamed on the storm , 20 of them in Virginia . -1 102054 101828 He faces 25 years in prison when he is sentenced in federal court July 7 . He faces an additional 25 years in prison on the federal charges when he is sentenced July 7 . -1 3399091 3399055 Also in Mosul , rebel gunmen on Friday assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . Near a mosque in the northern town of Mosul , rebel gunmen also assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . -1 903478 903424 Mr. Manuel and his group entered the United States by walking across the bridge linking Matamoros and Brownsville . Manuel and his group entered the US the same way thousands of people do every day , by walking across the bridge between Matamoros and Brownsville . -1 62773 62675 Goldman is trying to sell the shares to institutional investors at $ US13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . Goldman offered the shares for sale to institutional investors at $ 13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . -1 3118767 3118719 Daughter Renee Jackson said she often made " huge pots of , like , beans and rice with , like , meat and casseroles " for the whole family . Their biological daughter Renee Jackson , 29 , said she made huge pots of beans and rice , and meat and casseroles . -1 1934584 1934599 Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . -0 849568 849504 The identical rovers will act as robotic geologists , searching for evidence of past water . The rovers act as robotic geologists , moving on six wheels . -1 2052090 2052224 Shellfire could be heard in the background as Ghafar spoke by satellite telephone . As he spoke by satellite phone , shellfire could be heard in the background . -1 1723511 1723320 " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " said Robert A. Eckert , chief executive . " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " Chief Executive Robert Eckert said in a statement . -1 749931 749592 He added International Business Machines Corp. ' s ( IBM ) endorsement of Linux has " added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " Complicating the situation , he continued , are companies , like IBM , whose support of Linux " has added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " -1 1380626 1381239 His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas dissented . -0 1154059 1154148 Davis , who appointed all of the PUC commissioners , called the proposed settlement ``too expensive for the ratepayers . " The proposed settlement is too expensive for the ratepayers , " the governor said in a statement . -1 610817 610914 The Iranian refugee who sewed up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at the handling of his asylum claim has won his fight to remain in Britain . An Iranian Kurd who stitched up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at being refused asylum has been granted refugee status . -1 1382183 1381827 Justice Anthony Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . -0 2143010 2143038 Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for allegedly drinking with two high school girls . Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for drinking with two high school girls in the latest incident to embarrass the academy . -1 3355577 3355734 About 130,000 U.S. troops remain in Iraq , with others deployed in Afghanistan , South Korea and elsewhere . About 130,000 US soldiers remain in Iraq , with others serving in Afghanistan , South Korea , Japan , Germany and elsewhere . -0 379930 379912 Spot gold was fetching $ 365.25 / 366.25 an ounce at 0520 GMT , having galloped as high as $ 368.90 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . -0 2332155 2332299 Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . It was centered about 100 miles southwest of Cedar Key and drifting erratically southward , forecasters said . -0 60128 60457 Branch was later fired by the company and eventually filed a wrongful-termination suit that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . The former employees filed wrongful-termination suits , dismissed in July 2002 , that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . -1 1966841 1966876 The stretch of Danube river passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . Rivers were also drying up - a stretch of Danube passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . -1 809968 809904 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the case of a nine-year-old girl who turned up safe two days after being violently abducted from her home . Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . -0 1755939 1755914 Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . He is to play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . -1 1456822 1456536 Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio is expected to raise more than $ 1 million . Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich passed $ 1 million last week and was still counting money . -1 55074 55220 But a state judge has ruled that the so-called " double jeopardy " protections do not apply in the case . A judge already has ruled that double-jeopardy protections don 't apply in the case . -1 401958 402185 After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges drew the speech to an early close . After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges cut his speech short . -1 1513190 1513246 At least 27 US troops have been killed in hostile fire since Bush 's statement . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . -1 2362695 2362754 The worst-affected area was South Kyongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away . The worst affected area was South Kyeongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away in mud sides . -1 725607 725134 She said the president 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to their teenage daughter as well . Mrs Clinton writes her husband 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to Chelsea as well . -1 2009347 2009392 The Legislature returns today for a special session and they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . Florida legislators return today for a special session in which they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . -1 2385348 2385394 A recent poll showed Edwards with a narrow lead in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . A recent poll showed Edwards in a virtual four-way tie at the top in South Carolina , and he plans a rally there later on Tuesday . -1 95816 95866 Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence the sale of the state-controlled SME food company in 1985 . Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence a takeover battle in the 1980s involving SME , a state-owned food company . -1 3199352 3199388 The stock closed Friday at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17 percent , on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Brocade closed at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17.3 percent . -0 2620041 2620061 Shelia Chaney Wilson seemed agitated when she came to help prepare for Turner Monumental A.M.E. Church 's upcoming 104th anniversary celebration , worshippers said . Congregants of Turner Monumental AME Church said Shelia Chaney Wilson , 43 , was agitated when she came to the church , in the Kirkwood neighborhood on the city 's east side . -1 2063581 2063592 " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we 've violated our agreements in any way , " IBM spokesperson Trink Guarino told internetnews.com. " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we violated our agreements , " spokeswoman Trink Guarino said . -1 3321146 3321233 In March , Rowland 's former deputy chief of staff pleaded guilty to accepting gold and cash in return for steering state contracts . Lawrence E. Alibozek , his former deputy chief of staff , pleaded guilty to accepting cash and gold coins in exchange for influencing state contracts . -1 226237 225636 " It ' ' s absurd , " Funny Cide 's trainer Barclay Tagg said . Meanwhile , Funny Cide 's trainer , Barclay Tagg , called the allegations " ridiculous . " -0 1091577 1091178 Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . -1 2157605 2157574 " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " chief financial officer Jake Brace said in a statement . " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " he said . -1 1856603 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . -1 219613 219578 SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used by themselves or as extensions to the ControlCenter family of storage management applications . SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used as stand-alone applications or as an extension to EMC 's ControlCenter applications . -1 2348550 2348631 Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped ; others took pictures of sensitive areas without being challenged . Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped by employees ; others took pictures of security-sensitive areas without anyone challenging them . -1 1230680 1230521 When Biggs 's body was found , authorities had no leads until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . Authorities had no leads in Biggs ' death until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . -0 2729329 2729355 He is accused of obstructing justice , witness tampering and destroying evidence . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . -1 1967668 1967589 Mr. Stevens has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al Qaeda agents in Britain than previously thought . Sir John has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al-Qa 'eda agents in Britain than previously thought . -0 3078447 3078741 The victims included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi and one Sudanese , the ministry official said . State television said the dead included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi , one Sudanese and four whose nationalities were not named . -1 732043 732076 He said some issues _ such as division break-up _ really can only be resolved if and when the conference is expanded . He said some issues - including division alignments - will be resolved if the conference expands . -1 1094963 1094672 But in the first 30 seconds after Young entered the ring , the family knew it was an uneven match , Meyers said . But in the first 30 seconds of the bout , family members knew it was an uneven match , Jodie Meyers , Stacy Young 's sister , said . -1 3179481 3179500 " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a press conference this afternoon . -1 2317018 2317252 November 17 's last victim was British defence attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot on an Athens road in June 2000 . November 17 's last victim was British defense attache Stephen Saunders , who was shot and killed at point-blank range on a busy Athens road in June 2000 . -1 1724644 1724330 Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from Ford Credit , which earned a net $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent . Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from its Ford Credit finance arm , which earned $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent from a year earlier . -1 1702613 1702219 The suit is to be filed against Secretary of State Kevin Shelley and election officials in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . -0 806865 806436 Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . Newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur in " Hairspray " bested Broadway veteran Bernadette Peters in " Gypsy " for best actress in a musical . -1 3113886 3113811 But while Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the EU 's investigation started five years ago , the firm has denied anti-competitive practices are to blame . Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the probe started five years ago , but the firm denied anti-competitive practices were the reason for this . -1 1136875 1136834 No country seems likely to oppose proposals for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . No country now opposes plans for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . -1 2197806 2197840 Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . Early voting polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept . 8 and Sept . 9 . -1 2760326 2760346 Third-quarter revenue declined to $ 36.9 billion from $ 39.3 billion , primarily reflecting lower vehicle sales . Revenue fell to $ 36.9bn from $ 39.3bn a year ago , mainly due to lower vehicle sales . -1 380372 380360 Gartner analysts said that businesses are not yet feeling confident enough to upgrade corporate PCs . What 's more , companies are not feeling confident enough to replace older PCs , the analyst firm said . -0 802081 802256 Cubs outfielder Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat . Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat , and he immediately appealed the decision . -0 3434765 3435024 For proof , look no further than this week 's Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . The company is expected to unveil the console on Thursday at the Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . -1 2766043 2766012 Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , are among this year 's nominees . Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , were also among the fiction finalists announced Wednesday . -0 334677 334628 U.S. troops encountered no resistance during the five-hour sweep near Tikrit , Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the center of a region of Baath Party supporters . Tikrit is Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the region around it is known as a hotbed of Baath Party supporters and former high-ranking Iraqi military officials . -1 1730685 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . -0 1705190 1705093 It also named Robert Willumstad chief operating officer , also to take effect by Jan. 1 , 2004 . Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . -0 1831696 1831660 The agency charged that one WD Energy worker discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies . The agency found further that a WD Energy employee discussed false reporting with traders at two other energy companies , which the CFTC didn 't identify . -0 259989 260054 " These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate , " Bush said , adding that the United States will find the killers . These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate and the United States will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice . -1 306378 306402 A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities detonated the explosives later . A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities found explosives and detonated them afterward . -1 296493 296504 AN artist has infuriated New Yorkers by painting a sign reading " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " on a building near Ground Zero . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . -1 1554312 1554346 " During the investigation , Bryant was cooperative with investigators and remains cooperative with authorities , " the sheriff 's office said . Bryant was " interviewed and was cooperative , " said Kim Andree , a spokeswoman for the sheriff 's office . -0 787052 786685 Seniors would then have to pay 50 percent of their drug costs up to $ 3,450 . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . -0 2222062 2222145 The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's factory index increased to 58.9 from 55.9 in July . The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's monthly index rose to 58.9 from 55.9 in July , the highest in 15 months . -1 2338981 2338970 Adrian Lamo , 22 , had told reporters he planned to surrender to the FBI in Sacramento Friday , but he then had second thoughts . Lamo had told reporters he would surrender to the FBI on the federal courthouse steps in Sacramento on Friday , but he didn 't show up . -1 1528383 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshipper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the assailants first targeted the mosque 's security guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . -1 917965 918315 For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs accounted for much of the inflation , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost increase . For the second year in a row , rises in hospital costs dominated the increase , accounting for 51 percent of the overall cost spiral . -1 2584239 2584390 " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , " Bush said in prepared remarks , " the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . While he said " many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . -0 3218713 3218830 Q : Can I buy coverage for prescription drugs right away ? Congress has added a new benefit - an option to buy insurance coverage for prescription drugs . -1 1254066 1254350 General Jeffrey said he would donate his military pension to charity for the period he was in office at Yarralumla . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . -1 1024275 1024003 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , to 1,666.58 , based on the latest data , and marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , at 1,666.58 , marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . -1 2729306 2729355 Quattrone 's action , prosecutors argue , amounted to criminal obstruction of justice . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . -1 3328917 3328912 SEA 05D is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for surface ship design and engineering . The Future Concepts and Surface Ship Design Group is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for all surface ship design and engineering . -0 2630577 2630578 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . -1 1469314 1469250 About $ 250,000 worth of her jewelry was discovered last week at Kennedy International Airport , where it had up and disappeared before a flight to the BET Awards . An estimated $ 250,000 worth of jewelry belonging to the hip-hop performer was recovered Friday at Kennedy Airport , where it had disappeared June 20 . -1 221079 221003 The airline also said it has the option to buy 380 more airplanes , orders that would be split evenly between the two manufacturers . The airline has the option to buy 380 more , split evenly between the two manufacturers . -1 2780653 2780636 The diocese reached a settlement in 2001 involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs for an undisclosed sum . In 2001 , the diocese reached a $ 15 million settlement involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs . -1 1478919 1478601 The U.S. government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . -1 1865543 1865594 But Mr Kenny said his advice to Mr Hicks - if they are ever allowed to meet or speak - may well be that he accept a deal . But Mr Kenny said his advice to David Hicks , should they be allowed to meet , might be that he accept a deal . -1 1865547 1865598 Mr Kenny and the Hicks family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , are trying to get access to Mr Hicks before he faces a planned military tribunal . Mr Kenny and the family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , want access to Hicks before he faces a military tribunal . -1 603351 603372 The two forms account for about 30 percent of the approximately 7 million immigration benefits applications received annually , immigration officials said . The two forms constitute 30 percent of the 7 million applications filed to the bureau each year . -0 2227183 2227229 The unions also staged a five-day strike in March that forced all but one of Yale 's dining halls to close . The unions also staged a five-day strike in March ; strikes have preceded eight of the last 10 contracts . -0 3391270 3391280 FBI spokesman Steve Lazarus did not immediately return a phone call for comment on Friday . Adaptable and Carter 's Trading Co. did not immediately return calls seeking comment on Wednesday . -1 2056776 2056768 Wyles previous feature credits include White Oleander , Enough and Donnie Darko . Wyle 's feature credits also include " White Oleander , " " Enough " and " Donnie Darko . " -1 61559 61668 Treasurys long-range plan is to provide retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability to manage their holdings online in a single account . The Treasury said wants to give retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability eventually to manage holdings online in a single account . -1 2516703 2516763 White House officials say Iran has one last chance to comply with IAEA inspection demands . A White House spokesman added that Iran had " one last chance " to comply with its disarmament obligations . -1 1802891 1803095 After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as his spiritual adviser spoke to him . After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as the prison chaplain spoke in his ear . -1 121430 121263 Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as immigration officials attempt to determine his status , the Coast Guard said . Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as officials determined his status and immediate future , the Coast Guard said . -1 3223214 3223150 A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had a grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . -1 358224 358241 Roxio , which is based in Santa Clara , Calif . , would get access to the music libraries of the major labels and the Pressplay distribution system . Roxio , would get access to more than 300,000 tracks from the music libraries of the major labels , and the Pressplay distribution system . -0 21722 21695 Boeing shares fell nearly 4 percent to $ 27.54 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trade , while Lockheed slipped 1.6 percent to $ 49.42 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -0 938879 938895 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . -0 305494 305455 Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province in recent weeks from 38,000 to more than 45,000 . While the shape of any military operation is unclear , Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province to more than 45,000 from 38,000 . -1 2605599 2605635 Five alternate jurors were also chosen , with a final one set to be selected Friday morning from the panel . Five alternate jurors also were selected , with a sixth alternate to be picked on Friday . -1 2509742 2509721 In interviews with engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers are evident . In interviews with numerous engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers stand out in stark relief . -1 1601705 1601584 A suburban Chicago man was arrested Wednesday on charges of secretly gathering information on Iraqi opposition figures as an unregistered agent of Saddam Hussein 's intelligence service . The FBI arrested a suburban Chicago man Wednesday and charged him with secretly collecting information on individuals in the United States who opposed Saddam Hussein 's Iraqi government . -1 1245559 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . -0 3053015 3053033 The contractors convicted last month , Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , are to be sentenced in January . Contractors Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , who were convicted of submitting hundreds of phony invoices to Blue Cross , are to be sentenced in January . -1 2409131 2408921 " The board did so and accepted that resignation , " said McCall , who chaired the meeting . " The board did so , and accepted that resignation , " said the chairman of the exchange 's compensation committee , H. Carl McCall . -1 3153787 3153820 " He died doing something he loved , " William Dusenbery , Sr. , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . " He died doing something he loved , which was flying his helicopters , " said the father , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . -1 3171851 3171879 The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in- chief for breast cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center . The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in-chief for breast-cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City . -1 532719 532702 Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential at Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential working in the Palo Alto office of Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . -1 2546175 2546198 Dr Mark McClean , Jonathan 's family doctor , said if the drug had been administered earlier Jonathan would have retained more of his brain functions . Dr Mark McClean , the family 's GP , said had the drug been administered to Jonathan earlier , he would have retained more of his brain function . -1 1015165 1015247 This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus , the parent of Bergdorf Goodman ; and Nordstrom strong sales gains in May . This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus Group Inc. and Nordstrom Inc . , along with some boutique retailers , strong sales gains in May . -1 2457679 2457752 President Vlad imir Putin threw his weight behind Russia ’ s main pro-Kremlin political party for the first time last week , ahead of parliamentary elections . President Vladimir Putin threw his weight for the first time on Saturday behind Russia 's main pro-Kremlin political party ahead of parliamentary elections . -1 1369742 1369888 Officials in Malawi said the five suspects had been on the CIA 's " watch list " since the twin 1998 truck bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . Officials in Malawi said the men were on the CIA 's ' ' watch list ' ' since the twin 1998 bombings at the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . -1 476713 476614 Passengers would be given a refund and voucher for another trip , she said . Passengers on that cruise are to be given a refund and voucher for another trip . -0 2158 1971 A monthlong grace period in New York City ended May 1 , and now bars and restaurants that allow people to puff can face hefty fines . In New York City , bars and restaurants that allow people to smoke can face hefty fines . -0 1708655 1708561 First , it 's found in most versions of Windows , including the new Windows Server 2003 . It is the first " critical " flaw discovered and fixed in the new Windows Server 2003 . -1 1544408 1544376 No Americans were reported among the casualties , according to Capt. Michael Calvert , a spokesman for the regiment . None of the casualties was Americans , said Capt. Michael Calvert , regiment spokesman . -1 2147547 2147515 Suspected rebels also blew up an oil pipeline in north-east Colombia . Also Sunday , suspected rebels dynamited an oil pipeline in northeast Colombia . -1 2528 2912 The capsule landed on its side and drifted about 12 metres , probably dragged by the main parachute . The capsule ended up on its side and appeared to have been dragged about 40ft by the main parachute after landing . -0 799346 799268 The chain operates more than 3,400 stores , and has annual revenue of about $ 15.8 billion . The chain , which has been under new management since late 1999 , has more than 3,400 stores and $ 15.8 billion in annual revenue . -1 2003451 2003409 Frank Partnoy , a securities law professor at the University of San Diego , said the case suggested that Merrill 's oversight and control of its executives were inadequate . Frank Partnoy , a securities-law professor at the University of San Diego School of Law , said the case suggests Merrill Lynch 's oversight and control of its executives was inadequate . -0 2673104 2673130 All patients developed some or all of the symptoms of E. coli food poisoning : bloody diarrhea , vomiting , abdominal cramping and nausea . Symptoms of the E. coli infection include bloody diarrhea , nausea , vomiting and abdominal cramping . -0 2653949 2653997 The parents want her kept alive ; her husband says she never wanted to be kept alive artificially . Michael Schiavo has argued that his wife never wanted to be kept alive artificially . -1 1354501 1354476 Federal regulators have turned from sour to sweet on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings Inc. and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream Inc . Federal regulators have changed their minds on a proposed $ 2.8 billion merger of ice cream giants Nestle Holdings and Dreyer 's Grand Ice Cream . -1 2361754 2361818 While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects drove off before taking anything . While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects fled before they could take anything , he said . -0 2506940 2506972 However , Hayes , the CDC official , said there are many complicated interactions in play . But Hayes , of the CDC said , " Many complicated interactions come into play that are often difficult to predict . " -0 2190085 2190104 Microsoft , which acquired Virtual PC from Connectix in February , said a fix for the problem is not around the corner . Virtual PC , which Microsoft acquired from Connectix Corp. in February , will not run on the G5 , the company said . -1 3070979 3070949 Environmental campaigners are using this weekend ’ s lunar eclipse to highlight the huge increase in light pollution across the UK . Environmental campaigners used the eclipse to highlight the surge in light pollution across Britain . -1 3453064 3453247 Mr. Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . -0 894009 893837 ISC and NASCAR officials declined to comment . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . -1 894151 893944 A tradition of Labor Day racing was established long ago in the Inland Empire . There is a tradition of Labor Day racing in the Inland Valley . -0 2861344 2861246 In his female disguise , the real estate heir used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend . In his female disguise , he used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend , and rented an apartment in Galveston . -0 1742145 1742270 Its shares fell 71 cents , or 3.5 percent , in after-hours trading to $ 19.55 . The stock had risen 63 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 20.26 in regular-session Nasdaq trading . -0 1802897 1802788 Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . -1 2758339 2758298 " We have an incredible amount of work to do , but it 's not in [ designing new ] instruction set architectures . " We 've got an incredible amount of work to do , but it ain 't in the instruction set , " he said . -1 2861238 2861348 Defense attorneys said Durst accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after the elderly man illegally entered his apartment . Durst 's attorneys contend their client accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after Black illegally entered his apartment . -0 1868298 1868428 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index rose 4.64 points , or 0.27 percent , to 1,735.34 , according to the latest available data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 17.08 points , or 1.74 percent , to 998.68 . -1 2905139 2904947 Fanned by the hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity , major fires were raging in at least 10 places , having already burned nearly 80 937 hectares . Those hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity created optimal conditions for raging fires in at least 10 places that have already burned nearly 200,000 acres . -1 2613357 2613445 The condition is associated with heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness , and amputations . Those with diabetes run the risk of severe complications , including heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness and amputations . -0 1264509 1264471 Available July 7 , the software supports the Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows operating systems . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . -1 3271341 3271457 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Powell said . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . -1 264284 264662 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the Nasdaq has barreled back 21.2 percent . Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . -1 3313731 3313577 In September , a 27-year-old Singapore researcher contracted SARS while working in a laboratory . In a case in August , a 27-year-old laboratory worker in Singapore developed SARS . -1 962010 962035 He characterized the hostile bid as " atrociously bad behavior from a company with a history of atrociously bad behavior . " Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " -1 425188 425211 In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . In the earlier survey , 63 percent of home broadband users had cable modems , compared with 34 percent who connected with DSL technology . -1 103280 103431 Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chrétien have both said the Liberal government will introduce legislation soon to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot for personal use . Justice Minister Martin Cauchon and Prime Minister Jean Chretien both have said the government will introduce legislation to decriminalize possession of small amounts of pot . -1 35944 36187 Eustachy acknowledged at a news conference Wednesday that he was an alcoholic and was seeking treatment . Eustachy disclosed this week that he is an alcoholic and is seeking treatment . -1 1819445 1819733 Seven of the nine Democratic presidential candidates were also scheduled to address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . -0 205044 205100 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote , while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got 4 percent . A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . -0 110731 110648 But Chauncey Billups demonstrated he 's also capable of big games , scoring 77 points over the final two games against the Magic . Billups scored 77 points in the final two games of the first-round series against the Magic . -1 1748966 1748905 Moffitt said the results need to be replicated in another study before testing of individuals for presence of the long or short versions of the gene will be pursued . Professor Moffitt said the results needed to be replicated before pursuing testing of individuals for the presence of the long or short versions of the gene . -0 202023 202003 The first trial of a suspect in last year 's Bali nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people opened in Indonesia today , Sky News reported . One of the key suspects in the October nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people in Bali went on trial Monday amid tight security . -0 2221631 2221643 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.98 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,346.77 . -1 2302763 2302806 If convicted , Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison based on new laws in Romania designed to prosecute cybercrime , Softwin said . Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison under a new law in Romania , according to BitDefender 's Web site . -0 2582380 2582198 Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson said the company is continuing to work with authorities . Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson referred all calls to the FBI . -1 3104302 3104259 At the Pentagon , the Department of Defense 's Inspector General has separately been asked to investigate how the telecom licences were awarded . But a source close to the Pentagon said the Defense Department 's own inspector-general had been asked to investigate how the licences were awarded . -1 1738301 1738620 Police believe someone strangled her and she may have been sexually assaulted . Park appeared to have been strangled and may have been sexually assaulted , Homicide Capt. Charles Bloom said . -1 3253747 3253789 On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . The move came just hours after the company 's Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit resigned . -0 2469445 2469648 " Accordingly , there needs to be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism . " There must be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism , " namely , a " promise of a better and fairer world . " -1 1081760 1081734 The hot technologies -- networking , storage and wireless products -- will be front and center this week . Storage , networking and wireless products will be prevalent at the show . -1 248301 248261 PG & E Corp. shares were up 39 cents or 2.6 percent at $ 15.59 on the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday . PG & E 's shares gained 24 cents to $ 15.44 during Tuesday 's trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2274844 2274714 Kelly killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government had embellished evidence of Iraq 's banned weapons to justify the war . He killed himself after being exposed as the source for a BBC report which claimed the government exaggerated the case for war against Iraq . -0 2254357 2254321 At 5 p.m. EDT , the center of Hurricane Fabian was located near latitude 15.7 north , longitude 45.2 west or about 1,075 miles east of the Lesser Antilles . At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . -1 1548367 1547965 But when no justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was seen as making those efforts moot . But when neither Justice O 'Connor nor any other justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was widely seen as making those campaigns moot . -1 682443 682404 Neither military action nor large-scale bribery can solve the North Korean problem , Wolfowitz said . Indeed , Wolfowitz admitted Saturday that neither military action nor " large scale bribery " would solve the issue . -0 2690077 2690016 Californias rate was 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August and also down from the 6.7 percent posted in September 2002 . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . -1 1090329 1090624 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side had fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued Tuesday that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " -0 1263331 1263691 The movie opens this weekend and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . The movie opened over the weekend in the number one spot and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . -0 3130888 3130842 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office was not available for comment . A spokesman for the United States Attorney 's office in Manhattan had no comment . -1 3020597 3020740 Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . Ernest Bucklew was headed home for his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . -1 798489 798424 Shares of Bristol-Myers rose to $ 28 in electronic trading from the $ 26.90 close on the New York Stock Exchange . Bristol shares rose $ 1.30 , or 5 percent , to $ 28.20 , after closing at $ 26.90 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 3296376 3296429 The Foreign Office says that Heaton is in detention but has not yet been charged with any offence . The Foreign Office said Heaton was in Saudi detention but had not been charged , and that consul officials had visited him on Thursday . -0 2786920 2786884 The nine states are Alaska , Arizona , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . So far , eight states have laws legalizing marijuana for patients with physician recommendations : Alaska , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . -0 3378968 3378898 " We do not use service members as guinea pigs , " William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs , told a Pentagon briefing . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . -1 2413558 2413644 Since June of last year the Red Cross has spent $ 114 million on disasters , but taken in only $ 40 million in donations . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . -1 3182444 3182413 The United States and Britain are seeking backing at the United Nations for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . At the United Nations , the United States and Britain are seeking backing for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . -1 1694566 1694515 The US version will cost $ 99 for an individual licence , the same as the existing version . Contribute 2 costs 69 for an individual license , the same as the existing version . -1 1396791 1396813 The format must be an open standard that has been formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms . The format must be formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms , they added . -1 2513568 2513541 In Damascus , Syrian Information Minister Ahmad al-Hassan called the charges " baseless and illogical " . In Damascus , the Syrian Information Minister , Ahmed al-Hassan , dismissed the claim . -0 1096756 1096779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . -0 1140010 1139774 She said the store ordered 520 copies and reserved another 300 . In one Johannesburg store , 900 copies have been ordered . -0 1050307 1050144 And it 's going to be a wild ride , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . Now the rest is just mechanical , " said Allan Hoffenblum , a Republican consultant . -1 2055389 2055336 Water samples are being tested in a state lab to determine what caused the reaction . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . -0 2243130 2243048 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . The Dow Jones rose 41.61 points Friday , a gain of 0.4 % for the day and 0.7 % for the week . -1 2244016 2243958 " Any decision on Charleroi will have huge implications for regional airports in France , " he said . " A bad decision on Charleroi would have huge implications for state-owned regional airports in France . -0 3171616 3171578 " This is very serious , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . -1 2759796 2759805 On the upside , Coca-Cola Co . ( nyse : KO - news - people ) reported higher profit for the quarter early on Thursday , helped by European demand . Coca-Cola Co . ( KO ) reported higher profit for the quarter , helped by European demand , early on Thursday . -0 1737212 1737529 Shelley 's office reported Friday that 575,926 signatures have been reported to him . Shelley 's office released signature counts late Friday and said counties had reported counting 575,926 signatures so far . -0 1896014 1896214 Arguing that the case was an isolated example , Canada has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . Canada which is a major meat exporter to Japan , has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . -1 2541916 2542007 The shooting happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home the extended family shared on the city 's westside . The shootings happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home that the extended family shared on Gary 's west side . -1 2142072 2142145 His spokesman , Tom Parker , said Moore 's attorneys would respond to the complaint Monday . Parker said Moore 's lawyers were reviewing the complaint and would respond Monday . -1 2815613 2815697 They made a similar discovery in Houston on another aircraft , Dallas-based Southwest said in a statement . The airline said a similar discovery was made on the plane in Houston . -0 1396772 1396869 The group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . -1 3317938 3317904 " The sentence reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts views these crimes , " Spitzer said in a statement . Mr. Spitzer said in a statement that the sentence " reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts view these crimes . " -1 1475739 1475789 Bush said resistance forces hostile to the U.S. presence " feel like ... the conditions are such that they can attack us there . There are some who feel like the conditions are such that they can attack us there . -1 1805615 1805417 Wall Street regained a positive track yesterday after two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were killed in a firefight in Iraq . WALL St regained a positive track today following news that two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were among four Iraqis killed in a US raid in northern Iraq . -1 775031 775074 A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer said . -1 2616455 2616441 Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the recent announcement that Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive , would soon retire . Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the departure of Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive . -1 562791 563043 The United States and Russia have spent billions since the 1960s on a handful of space craft designed to land on Mars . The United States and Russia spent billions on a dozen or so robotic craft meant to land on Mars and radio back their findings . -1 617943 618357 Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided much-needed insight in the opening round of the Memorial Tournament in Dublin , Ohio . Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided some much needed insight in Thursday 's opening round of the Memorial Tournament . -1 2560834 2560777 Avalon means the next Windows OS will support new styles of user interfaces and elements . Thanks to Avalon , Longhorn will support new styles of user interfaces and user interface elements . -1 2315356 2315463 The three priests were careful to go through church channels first as they exercised their rights under canon law . The priests went through church channels first , exercising their rights under canon law . -1 1550874 1550974 There were no plans to build permanent US bases in Africa , Pentagon officials said . There are no plans to build permanent U.S. bases in Africa , Defense Department officials say . -1 1075243 1075339 Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and attorney who originally represented McCorvey , could not be reached for comment . Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and lawyer who originally represented McCorvey , did not immediately return a call seeking comment . -1 1568540 1568627 Monday , the CIA said analysts concluded that Saddam is likely the speaker on the tape . The CIA on Monday said voice and sound analysts concluded that Saddam is probably the speaker on the tape . -1 667354 667115 The report by the Justice Department 's inspector general found " significant problems " in the government 's handling of foreigners who were jailed under blanket edicts adopted by the department after the attacks . The Justice Department 's Office of the Inspector General described " significant problems " in the Bush administration 's actions toward the 762 foreigners held on immigration violations after the attacks . -1 41117 41031 Under the agreement , LendingTree shareholders would receive 0.6199 of a USAi share for each share in LendingTree . Under the proposed stock for stock transaction , LendingTree shareholders will get 0.6199 shares of USAI common stock for each share of LendingTree common stock . -1 1629264 1629180 Prince William County prosecutors told a judge yesterday they now want the trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad moved out of the area . Prosecutors reversed course Friday and said they support moving the murder trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad out of the Washington suburbs . -1 633371 633452 Greenspan is head of the U.S. central bank , which sets U.S. interest rates . Greenspan 's Federal Reserve , the U.S. central bank , decides interest rates in the world 's largest economy . -0 2690016 2690096 The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . -1 402118 402005 Others rushed up the aisle to vocally protest the remarks , and one student tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . A few tried to rush the podium , and at least one graduate tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . -0 1729854 1729826 AMD 's chip sales jumped 7 percent year-on-year to $ 402 million . Second-quarter sales grew 7 percent , to $ 645 million from $ 600 million in 2002 . -1 2320029 2320049 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program , which also dated from the Depression . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . -0 516184 515989 Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " -1 507548 507739 " Indeed , Iran should be put on notice that efforts to try to remake Iraq in their image will be aggressively put down , " he said . " Iran should be on notice that attempts to remake Iraq in Iran 's image will be aggressively put down , " he said . -1 741059 741125 It is important for a process to be put into place , he said , that would permit a smooth transition from war to peace . He added : " Let the process be put in place that will ensure a smooth transition from war to peace . -0 2668628 2668543 The American conservatives are clearly in the minority within the Episcopal Church . The letter indicates the Vatican 's interest in bolstering conservatives within the Episcopal Church . -1 2810634 2810670 While the Ibrahims had one separation operation , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three for the Aguirres , with several weeks between each . Instead of one long operation to separate the twins , Goodrich and Dr. David Staffenberg plan about three , with several weeks between each . -1 2546178 2546202 " If I was diagnosed today with CJD , I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible . He added that if he were diagnosed with vCJD " I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible " . -0 2908282 2908123 It has a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points . That poll had 712 likely voters and sampling error of plus or minus 3.7 percentage points . -0 44118 44096 Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the US military . Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross-section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the U.S. military until elections can be held . -1 2696432 2696850 I think there 's a little hope invested in McNabb and he got a lot of credit for the performance of his team that he really didn 't deserve . There is a little hope invested in McNabb , and he got a lot of credit for the performance of this team that he didn 't deserve . " -1 2949356 2949316 A COUPLE have been arrested for starving their four sons while letting their daughters feast in front of them . A couple starved their four adopted sons for years while allowing their daughters to feast on takeaways , police and neighbours said today . -0 440225 440402 Local police authorities are treating the explosion as a criminal matter and nothing has been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . -1 2110348 2110356 The ELF has claimed responsibility for a slew of arson attacks against commercial entities that members say threaten or damage the environment . The underground group has claimed responsibility for a series of arsons against commercial entities that members say damage the environment . -1 2942193 2942084 Claudia Gonzles Herrera , an assistant attorney general in charge of the case , said the arrests show that Guatemala " takes the defense of its ancient Maya heritage seriously . " Claudia Gonzales Herrera , an assistant attorney-general in charge of the case , said the arrests showed that Guatemala took the defence of its Mayan heritage seriously . -0 101739 101766 Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court this morning on charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree sexual assault . Saul Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court for the death of Christina Long . -1 1120681 1120716 Gordon stressed that his bill " is a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " But Gordon emphasized that the legislation he introduced last week is " a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral ( Harold ) Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " -0 1528030 1528275 Shiite Muslims account for about a third of Quetta 's of 1.2 million people . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . -0 1290542 1290504 About 24 percent of men who took placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . The researchers found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . -1 3073773 3073779 Lay had contended that turning over the documents would violate his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . -0 992998 992963 Friends said Frank Riva worked in construction in Manhattan and recently helped his son get into the construction workers union . Riva had recently helped his son , Frank Riva Jr . , get into a construction workers ' union and land a job . -0 124994 125207 A panel of the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's assault weapons ban in a 2-1 ruling last December . The December decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's law banning certain assault weapons and revived the national gun-ownership debate . -0 1994696 1994952 Cardenas and Estrada , who is on trial for economic plunder , have denied any involvement . Mr Estrada , who is in prison , has denied any involvement in the mutiny . -1 1596215 1596239 The number of passengers aboard was not known and may never be , since ferry operators rarely keep full passenger lists . The exact number of passengers on the ferry was not known and may never be determined because ferry operators typically do not keep accurate passenger manifests . -1 1404484 1404314 More than 6 percent of men on the drug developed high-grade tumors compared with 5.1 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . -0 2839411 2839475 The MPx200 , which will sell for $ 299.99 , is now available through AT & T Wireless ' mMode service . The phone is available for $ 299.99 with any compatible AT & T Wireless service plan . -1 821520 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation ’ s critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . -0 261202 260995 The WHO experts didn 't say how many cases in Hebei were in rural areas . Hebei has reported 191 cases and eight deaths , though the WHO experts did not say how many were in rural areas . -1 1538790 1538868 Sales of downloaded singles and albums will be included in Billboard 's charts for those configurations . Digital download sales of recorded albums and singles will be included in the album and singles sales charts , respectively . -1 621407 621315 The findings were reported online in the June 1 edition of scientific journal Nature Medicine . The findings are published in today 's edition of the journal Nature Medicine . -1 2748306 2748295 Kerry last month outlined a U.N. resolution authorizing a military force under U.S. command and transferring responsibility to the United Nations for the political and humanitarian efforts . Kerry outlined last month a UN resolution authorizing a military force under US command and transferring responsibility for political and humanitarian efforts to the UN . -1 3106657 3106635 Downer originally said the 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived in a boat off Melville Island last week . Foreign Minister Alexander Downer yesterday claimed the group of 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived off Melville Island last week . -1 1824224 1824209 Nearly 300 mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign gave up and retreated peacefully after some 19 hours . Mutinous troops who seized a Manila shopping and apartment complex demanding the government resign ended a 19-hour standoff late Sunday and returned to barracks without a shot fired . -0 1701370 1701277 The government identified the alleged hijackers as Francisco Lamas Carón , 29 , Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 , and Yosvani Martínez Acosta , 27 . The ministry said the hijackers Francisco Lamas Caron , 29 ; Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 ; and Yosvani Martinez Acosta , 27 , shot themselves for unknown reasons . -1 1349416 1349690 " The court expects that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary , " O 'Connor wrote . O 'Connor wrote , " We expect that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary . " -1 2479147 2479132 The FTC also said AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely rebates to consumers . In a separate complaint , the FTC alleged that AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely $ 400 rebates to consumers . -1 1467347 1467378 CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the CELF , according to various members of CELF . -1 302689 302468 The news came as authorities in Taiwan quarantined hundreds at two major hospitals amid fears of a widespread epidemic of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome on the self-governing island . The threat came as Taiwanese authorities quarantined hundreds at two hospitals amid fears of an epidemic of severe acute respiratory syndrome . -0 3164525 3164660 " I do not wish to be present during this witness , " he told Stanislaus County Superior Court Judge Al Girolami . " Yes , I do not wish to be present during this witness , " Peterson , 31 , calmly told the judge as he was returned to his cell . -1 548867 548785 In three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five stock , when its share price was around $ 24 , to 37th . In the space of three years , Lend Lease has slipped from a top-five 5 stock when its share price hovered around $ 24 to 37th on the list . -0 2796658 2796682 About two hours later , his body , wrapped in a blanket , was found dumped a few blocks away . Then his body was dumped a few blocks away , found in a driveway on Argyle Road . -0 1467588 1467641 The Satellite 's 17-inch panel offers a maximum resolution of 1,440 by 900 pixels , Toshiba said . The new P25-S507 sports a 17-inch display with a resolution of 1,440 pixels by 900 pixels the same as Apples PowerBook . -0 2228733 2228854 The average American makes four trips a day , 45 percent for shopping or errands . Nearly half - 45 percent - are for shopping or running errands . -1 2221657 2221678 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.5 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 gained 0.3 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 1.2 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . -0 344782 345304 The key vote Thursday came on the dividend tax provision offered by Sen. Don Nickles , R-Oklahoma . The key vote Thursday was on a provision that temporarily eliminates the dividend tax . -1 3119461 3119491 " We did not want to shut down , " Lawrence Diamond , the CFO , said as O 'Donnell lawyer Matthew Fishbein questioned him . " We did not want to shut down , " Diamond testified under questioning by Matthew Fishbein , one of O 'Donnell 's lawyers . -1 1264552 1264471 OpForce 3.0 supports Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . -1 1396868 1396786 As such , consumers want to easily enjoy this content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home , said the group . The companies say their consumers want to enjoy their content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home . -1 1808166 1808434 Columbia broke up over Texas upon re-entry on Feb. 1 . Columbia broke apart in the skies above Texas on Feb. 1 . -0 2542022 2541932 Because of that , the family had kept him from the home over the objections of the grandmother , police said . Because of that , the family had run him out of the house over the objections of the grandmother and he was living on the street . -1 2754803 2754782 Fifty-seven senators , including 24 Republicans , have signed the letter . Of those who signed the letter , 57 are senators , including 24 Republicans . -1 3113884 3113810 One of the Commission 's publicly stated goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can work with desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's . The Commission has publicly said one of its goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can connect to desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's can . -1 2461128 2461192 " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts 's request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims , " Microsoft spokeswoman Stacy Drake said . " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts ' request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims . " -1 3290113 3290192 But he added : " You can 't win elections by looking in the rearview mirror . " " You can 't win elections by looking through the rear view mirror , " he said . -1 1345526 1345340 Recent U.S. appeals court rulings have required Internet providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . The new campaign comes just weeks after U.S. appeals court rulings requiring Internet service providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . -0 1799475 1799424 She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . And she has a boyfriend , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family today . -1 2426922 2427014 Federal offices were to remain closed for a second day overnight ( Friday US time ) . The Government shut down in Washington , and federal offices were to remain closed yesterday . -1 71782 72136 Missouri Gov. Bob Holden asked the White House to declare a federal disaster in 39 counties . Gov. Bob Holden asked Bush to declare 39 Missouri counties disaster areas . -1 2566397 2566529 According to the affidavit , Al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using two American and one Yemeni passport . The affidavit said Mr. al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using one Yemeni and two U.S. passports . -0 3111200 3111211 It can store more than a gigabyte of information equivalent to around 12 hours of music in one cubic centimetre . And it can store more than a gigabyte of information - equivalent to 1,000 high quality images or around 12 hours of music - in just one cubic centimetre . -1 3357076 3357026 An attempt last month in the Senate to keep the fund open for another year fell flat . An attempt to keep the fund open for another year fell flat in the Senate last month . -0 352129 352112 His coalition also passed some of the world 's most progressive laws in legalizing gay marriage and euthanasia and decriminalizing the personal use of soft drugs . The coalition passed some of the world 's most progressive social legislation , legalising gay marriage and euthanasia . -1 539586 539363 Passenger Keith Charlton , who helped tackle the man , last night praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant , known to passengers as Greg . Passenger Keith Charlton , who also tackled the attacker , praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant . -1 1072674 1072425 O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . Jordan Green , O 'Brien 's private attorney , said he had no comment . -0 2745358 2745404 Revenue in the most-recent quarter rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion . Revenue rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion from $ 43.6 billion a year ago . -1 1852279 1852455 The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > slipped 44.32 points , or 0.48 percent , to 9,240.25 . -1 762446 762324 But she didn 't say whether she 'll certify the two-year $ 117.4 billion budget for 2004-05 . She said she didn 't know yet whether she would certify the budget . -0 3337422 3337563 If Poland , Spain and Germany were prepared to make concessions in Brussels , the basis for a deal could be found . " Poland , Spain and Germany , were ready to talk about a deal , " he said . -1 2581006 2580932 When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching a TV cartoon channel . When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . -1 2614359 2614340 " We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " VeriSign spokesman Tom Galvin told Reuters . We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " said Russell Lewis , executive vice president of VeriSign 's Naming and Directory Services Group . -1 345700 345683 Electronic Data Systems Corp. Thursday said the Securities and Exchange Commission has asked the company for documents related to its large contract with the U.S. Navy . In a regulatory filing , EDS said the SEC had asked for information related to its troubled IT outsourcing contract with the US Navy . -0 655008 654952 Monday ratcheted up its database software line with the introduction of a new suite that automates the process of defining , describing and indexing information contained in the database . DB2 Cube Views automates the process of creating metadata by defining , describing , and indexing information in a database . -0 2598655 2598686 The veteran Malyasian diplomat met Suu Kyi Wednesday at the lakeside home in Yangon where she is under house arrest . Razali Ismail met for 90 minutes with Suu Kyi , a 1991 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize , at her lakeside home , where she is under house arrest . -1 3322660 3322644 Malvo 's attorneys mounted an insanity defense , arguing that Muhammad 's indoctrination left him unable to tell right from wrong . Malvo 's lawyers have presented an insanity defense , saying brainwashing by convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad left Malvo incapable of knowing right from wrong . -0 2238105 2238012 And the First Amendment doesn 't say that the free exercise of religion is allowed — except in government buildings . The amendment deals with the free exercise of religion versus the government establishment of a religion . -0 2268478 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in " extremely critical " condition , Czartoryski said . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . -1 2403100 2403192 On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . Based on having at least one of these symptoms , most students were hung over between three and 11 times in the past year . -1 3116793 3116876 SEIU President Andrew Stern said the unions are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions . In his speech , Stern says his members are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions on health care issues . -0 1472318 1472426 Witnesses from Malaysia will testify Thursday in the treason trial of cleric Abu Bakar Bashir , said to be the leader of terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah . The secrecy surrounding terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah was again smashed when witnesses from Malaysia testified in the treason trial of Abu Bakar Bashir . -0 111977 111896 The Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly has been the latest to speak out . Marcel Desailly , the France captain and Chelsea defender , believes the latter is true . -1 1358458 1358496 But the institute says the department " woefully underestimates " the changes that would occur under the proposal . But the institute says the department ‘ ‘ woefully underestimates ’ ’ the changes that would occur if the proposal is implemented . -0 360333 360465 In March , 67 percent connected through cable , up from 63 percent a year earlier . By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using D.S.L. -0 2579050 2579025 Close behind was India , 14.3 percent , followed by Thailand and the Philippines . The largest supplier of medicines was Canada , followed by India , Thailand and the Philippines . -1 853475 853342 A year or two later , 259 , or 10 per cent , of the youths reported that they had started to smoke , or had taken just a few puffs . Within two years , 259 , or 10 percent , of the youths reported they had started to smoke or had at least taken a few puffs . -1 3386401 3386434 On Thursday , authorities evacuated residents who live in the canyon and closed off the road leading there . Authorities evacuated residents and closed off the road leading to Waterman Canyon . -1 1353170 1353189 EU ministers were invited to the conference but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform , said Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington . Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . -0 2421171 2421092 Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone . . . this research has broken the size barrier for rodents " . Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and the international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone " . -1 894010 893837 Officials with North Carolina Speedway at Rockingham could not be reached . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . -0 979620 979602 The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has unsealed a heavily edited transcript of the June 3 court session where classified evidence was discussed out of public earshot . The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond , Va . , released the edited transcript of a closed hearing June 3 , which followed a public proceeding . -0 969188 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX dropped 9.90 points , or 0.99 percent , to 988.61 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -1 3238581 3238530 Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans , Wayne Allard ( Colo . ) , Jeff Sessions ( Ala . ) and Sam Brownback ( Kan . ) . Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans : Wayne Allard of Colorado , Jeff Sessions of Alabama and Sam Brownback of Kansas . -1 1380479 1380626 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas were the two other dissenting judges . His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . -0 977772 977804 The Lord Chancellor was guardian of the Great Seal , used to stamp all official documents from the sovereign . Falconer will hold on , for now , to the Lord Chancellor 's Great Seal , used to sign off instructions from the sovereign . -1 2805768 2805313 Prisoners were tortured and executed -- their ears and scalps severed for souvenirs . They frequently tortured and shot prisoners , severing ears and scalps for souvenirs . -1 1767361 1767157 U.S. troops killed nearly two dozen suspected Taliban militants after coming under fire in southern Afghanistan in the latest in a series of such attacks . U.S. soldiers killed about two dozen suspected Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan after their convoy came under attack , the military said Sunday . -1 577854 578500 Cindy Yeast , a 50-year-old Washington-area publicist , says she began taking supplements two years ago in part to avoid mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . She started taking supplements two years ago - partly to stave off mild dementia that affects her elderly parents . -1 1428158 1428275 About 25 countries have signed in the past four months , and about half of those have been signed in the past few weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . -1 3271547 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilisation , " Powell said , according to the text of prepared remarks seen by Reuters . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . -0 1598660 1598725 The conflict centers on a proposal to change a French unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . France has a unique unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . -1 2829194 2829229 The two are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . -1 1982137 1982082 Hormone replacement therapy that combines estrogen and progestin doubles a woman 's risk of breast cancer , a British study of more than a million women has found . A major British study has added to the evidence that hormone replacement therapy increases the risk of breast cancer , especially when women receive a combination of estrogen and progestin . -1 1277321 1277116 " I will pass on to him [ Mr. Cheney ] that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy , " Mr. Klein said Sunday . " I will pass on to him that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy . " -1 2723203 2723167 " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self interest through cooperation with others . " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self-interest through cooperation with others , ' said Mr Goh . -1 1982755 1982770 Adolescent specialist Dr Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated eight-year-old children with anorexia - and that he had once treated a four-year-old boy . Adolescent specialist Dr. Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated 8-year-old children with anorexia _ and that he had once treated a 4-year-old boy . -1 1775223 1775268 " It 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as years past , " Armstrong said at a news conference . " I think it 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as I have in years past . -1 841177 841437 All those infected had recent close contact with prairie dogs . One of those infected reported having recent contact with exotic animals there . -1 3133255 3133543 At a news conference on Staten Island , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf announced she would be taking over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . On Friday , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf said she would take over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . -1 1984282 1984259 " When I talked to him last time , did I think that was the end-all - one conversation with somebody ? When I talked to him last time , did I think it was the end-all ? -1 2332399 2332291 Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida Friday , bringing powerful storms which further tested already-swollen lakes and rivers . Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida on Friday , pushing heavy rains into areas where lakes and rivers were full to overflowing . -1 533680 533673 The case had consolidated numerous class action suits filed against Rambus in 2001 . The case consolidated multiple purported class actions filed in 2001 . -1 3035916 3035786 He added that we are " not going to make progress if we don 't broaden the tent . " He added Democrats are not going to make progress if we dont broaden the tent . -1 2074182 2074668 Gibson said last month in a press statement that " neither I nor my film are anti-Semitic . Gibson said in a June statement that he and his film are not anti-Semitic . -1 316018 315837 The MTA had argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated at different times ranged from less than $ 1 billion to $ 2.8 billion . The MTA argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated , at different times , to be $ 952 million or $ 2.8 billion . -0 2758265 2758282 The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies , and set out to make it easier for them to apply the updates . The world 's largest software company said it recognized the difficulty the multiple patches posed for companies trying to apply them . -0 1733129 1733137 By 2040 , the county 's population is expected to be 985,066 , compared to the 2000 population of 860,454 . Through 2040 , Indiana 's population is expected to increase by about 19 percent , to more than 7.2 million people . -1 1958079 1958143 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . -1 544217 544325 The vote came just two days after Kurds swept City Council elections , taking the largest single block of votes on the 30-seat council . The vote for mayor followed City Council elections that gave Kurds the largest block of votes on the 30-seat council . -1 1803911 1803964 Dolores Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs , Colo . , is someone who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . Dolores E. Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs is just the type of person who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . -0 2768381 2768348 Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , whose country holds the rotating EU presidency , said he was prepared to call another meeting of leaders next month . Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , chairing the summit , said he was prepared to call an extra informal meeting of leaders next month on the constitution if necessary . -0 1595057 1595083 But Islamic Jihad 's main leadership in the Gaza Strip disowned the bombing , saying the group was still committed to the ceasefire . The group 's leadership in Gaza insisted on Tuesday that it was still committed to the ceasefire . -0 377195 377203 Cox said state police would still help his office in the investigation , but Sturdivant would not be involved . On Friday , authorities had said the state police would head the investigation . -1 3326084 3325993 The skull is then punctured , the brain suctioned out , and that causes the skull to collapse so it can be removed from the birth canal . The skull is then punctured and the brain suctioned out , causing the skull to collapse and easing passage through the birth canal . -1 2764143 2764068 " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing yellow knit panties - with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , " Mackey hammered triumphantly . " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing panties with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , correct ? " -0 886548 886727 Shinseki retires Wednesday after a 38-year career that included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . Shinseki 's career included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . -1 1256514 1256639 Tornadoes , up to a foot of rain and hail as big as cantaloupes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing one man and destroying at least four homes . Up to a foot of rain and at least seven tornadoes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing a man and destroying at least four homes . -1 2385288 2385256 Large swells and dangerous surf already were being felt along sections of the coast . Already large swells and dangerous surf have arrived along the mid-Atlantic . -1 1066675 1066696 He said : " I fear on this occasion what happened was those bits of the alphabet which supported the case were selected . " I fear on this occasion what happened is that those bits of the alphabet that supported the case were selected , " he said . -1 2630546 2630578 Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . AA.N to report earnings after the close . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . -1 919973 919939 Duisenberg said in an interview with Bloomberg News ' German television channel released earlier on Wednesday it was too early to discuss further interest rate cuts for the euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . -0 261466 261502 The total number of new cases in China was fewer than 100 for the third day in a row . On Monday , the number of SARS cases in China passed 5,000 , hitting a total of 5,013 . -1 34763 34897 Det Chief Insp Norman McKinlay said there was " evidence a body or bodies have been in this area " . Detective Chief Inspector Norman McKinlay , leading the investigation , said : " There is evidence a body or bodies have been in this area . -0 2169156 2169356 Rosenthal declined comment on the Garrett situation Tuesday but said in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . The show 's creator and executive producer , Phil Rosenthal , quipped in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . -1 2631020 2631063 FCC Chairman Michael Powell said in a statement that the ruling would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " -0 2146802 2146689 Police official S.K. Tonapi told Reuters at least 40 people had been killed and more than 100 wounded . State interior ministry spokesman Vasant Pitke told Reuters that at least 42 people had been killed and 112 injured . -1 782069 782287 It marked the fourth straight week and the ninth time this year that rates on this benchmark mortgage fell to an all-time weekly low . Mortgage rates around the country fell again this week , the ninth time this year rates have hit an all-time low . -0 598413 598370 I 've still got a fighting chance , though , " Hewitt said after battling to overcome Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . " I 'm still not red-hot favourite , " Hewitt said after battling to down Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . -1 2949404 2949439 Harris and Klebold killed 12 students and a teacher before taking their own lives on April 20 , 1999 . Harris and Klebold killed 12 students , a teacher and themselves at the school . -0 627204 627159 He also reaffirmed his wish to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis peacefully . But the North Korean nuclear crisis has dominated his time in office . -1 1528194 1528085 Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people , ' ' he told the Associated Press . " Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people . " -0 1598385 1598301 " Everything was decided in advance , " said one of the men , Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived in Bangkok . " It was a total mockery of justice , a parody , " said Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived here . -0 2324708 2325028 Based on a separate survey of households , the unemployment rate fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . Labor Department analysts discounted a slight improvement in the national unemployment rate , which fell in August to 6.1 percent from 6.2 percent . -0 1091525 1091318 Likewise , the 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > slid 1-11 / 32 for a yield of 4.38 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . -1 222638 222492 The company is in the early stages of testing the drug for rheumatoid arthritis . The company is also testing its cancer drug Rituxan for use by rheumatoid arthritis patients . -1 3276666 3276656 R & D spending is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , as compared to the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . -1 684851 684559 Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack were in court to witness the proceedings , but few Balinese attended the trial . Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack sat in the front row of the court , but few Balinese attended the trial . -0 2242377 2242625 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slipped 16 / 32 in price , sending its yield to 4.48 percent from 4.42 percent late on Thursday . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . -1 1721054 1721069 The California Farm Bureau did not immediately return calls seeking comment . The California Farm Bureau did not immediately have an official response to Tuesday 's ruling . -1 1693475 1693420 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads opened tighter overall on Tuesday , but tobacco company bonds widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . U.S. corporate bond yield spreads ended mostly tighter amid slumping Treasuries on Tuesday , while bonds of tobacco firms widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . -0 339203 339611 That package included increases to both the city 's sales and income taxes . He also objects to the sales and personal income tax increases in the package . -1 1119244 1119355 Buyers can purchase a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for $ 298 , excluding taxes , the report said . Buyers can now choose a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for 12,390 baht ( US $ 298 ) , excluding taxes , the report said . -1 1655915 1655425 Not only is this the oldest known planet , it 's also the most distant . Astronomers have found the oldest and most distant planet known in the universe . -0 861289 861467 When asked where the weapons were , Rice said : ' ' This is a program that was built for concealment . " The fact is , this was a program that was built for concealment . -1 1513825 1513801 They have been identified by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office as Melena 's brother , Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del Angel Lozano , 34 . The Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office has identified the deceased passengers at the scene as Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del-Angel Lozano , 34 . -0 2182281 2182333 United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . NITED NATIONS , Aug. 26 International inspectors have found traces of highly enriched uranium at an Iranian facility , according to a new confidential report distributed today . -0 458141 458283 Nelson had received a technical foul with 2 : 46 to go in the first quarter . Nelson stared down referee Joey Crawford during a timeout with 2 : 46 left in the first quarter and San Antonio leading 26-16 . -1 956131 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , an increase over Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . -0 1617908 1617844 Shares of Coke closed New York Stock Exchange trading Thursday at $ 44.01 . In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . -1 1851443 1851377 Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . -1 1317734 1317762 Predictions ranged from 16 cents a share to 27 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . -1 2179199 2179139 Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of September , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . -0 2141865 2141906 A federal judge ruled that the monument violated the law and ordered it removed . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . -1 968648 968698 Sovereign 's shares lost 74 cents , or 4.5 % , to $ 15.68 . Sovereign shares closed on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 15.68 , down 74 cents , or 4.5 percent . -1 726532 726838 Other recommendations included a special counsel on oceans in the White House , creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to protect marine reserves . Other recommendations included the creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to fully protect marine reserves . -1 2139506 2139427 " We will work with the board to ensure a smooth transition . " He said federal regulators would work with the corporation to ensure a " smooth transition . " -1 69689 69610 During the fiscal second quarter , Cisco earned $ 991 million , or 14 cents a share , on sales of $ 4.7 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . -0 3031856 3031886 The appeals court hearing comes at a sensitive time for Microsoft . The appeals court has generally proved a favorable venue for Microsoft . -1 713976 713992 The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left behind their weakened companions . Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . -1 2965576 2965701 Gasps could be heard in the courtroom when the photo was displayed . Gasps could be heard as the photo was projected onto the screen . -1 2745024 2745055 Last month , it narrowed the range to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . -1 2167155 2167070 Sir Wilfred Thesiger , traveller , writer , and one of the last solitary explorers of a shrinking planet , has died aged 93 . Sir Wilfred Thesiger , writer , explorer and chronicler of the world 's vanishing ways of life , has died at age 93 . -1 899424 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the I.S.D. that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the statement said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . -1 1349834 1349741 An amendment by Rep. Ellen Tauscher of California to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . Her proposal to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . -1 1692076 1692027 Intel updated investors midway through the quarter and said business was proceeding exactly as planned . Intel said midway through its quarter , which ended in June , that business was exactly as expected . -1 1761554 1761455 " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber in to the U.S. market , " Rusty Wood , chairman of the coalition , said in a release . " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber into the U.S. market , " said Rusty Wood , chairman of the Coalition for Fair Lumber Imports . -1 1614277 1614170 " No data exists to indicate that the situation with repair stations poses a safety concern . " However , FAA spokeswoman Kathleen Bergen said no data indicate that the situation poses safety problems . -1 2566958 2567329 Doctors have advised that the boy get chemotherapy , but Daren and Barbara Jensen have refused , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . Daren and Barbara Jensen refused to heed doctors ' recommendation of chemotherapy , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . -1 2151806 2151276 IAAF council member Jose Maria Odriozola said Drummond should be excluded from the championships . " I have proposed to the [ IAAF ] council that Drummond be excluded from the championships . " -0 672288 672347 Combined , the companies will have about $ 2.8 billion in annual revenues , 13,000 employees and more than 11,000 customers in 150 countries . The deal creates a company with about $ 2.8bn in annual revenues with 13,000 employees and 11,000 customers . -1 3050971 3051204 As a teen , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy , nearly killing him , for no apparent reason . He also told investigators that when he was in his mid-teens , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy for no apparent reason . -1 725121 725587 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts leaked yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents . " -1 2324709 2325029 Labor Department analysts think the payroll statistics from the survey of businesses provide a more accurate picture of the economy because the survey figures are based on a larger sample . The analysts said they believe the payroll statistics provide a more accurate picture of the economy because they are based on a larger sample . -0 2040232 2039692 Only 66 years old , Brooks was killed on Monday , Aug. 11 , 2003 in an automobile accident in his native Minnesota . When Brooks was killed in an automobile accident Monday in Minnesota , Taylor lost a good friend . -0 1912532 1912656 Prince is replacing Sanford " Sandy " Weill , who will remain Citigroup 's chairman . Prince , who heads Citigroup 's global corporate and investment bank , is replacing Sanford Weill as CEO . -1 2931098 2931144 Gilead had earnings of $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , compared with $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , in the year-ago quarter . Quarterly profit climbed to $ 73.1 million , or 33 cents a share , from $ 20.8 million , or 10 cents , a year earlier , the company said . -1 445422 445299 Mohcine Douali , who lives in the centre of Algiers , said : " It was a great shock . " It was a great shock , " said Mohcine Douali , who lives in central Algiers . -0 67955 67994 " But the First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court . " The First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court in Madigan v. Telemarketing Associates , No. 01-1806 . -1 2733813 2733802 Whether it works out , timewise , that I can march with all four ... we 'll see what happens , " he said . Whether it works out timewise with all four , I don 't know but we will see what happens . " -1 3033679 3033652 " The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying ( a rate rise ) that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds , " Mr Macfarlane said . The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying a tightening of policy that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds . " -1 1163538 1163992 But while the prime minister 's trial judders to a halt , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . While he is now spared that threat , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . -0 114464 114645 Cubs manager Dusty Baker sees his slugger struggling . " Tonight he was an offensive catcher , " Cubs manager Dusty Baker said . -1 2438109 2437946 Since it was launched , the SiteFinder service has come under increasing criticism from users and analysts who say that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . Since it was launched Monday , the SiteFinder service has drawn widespread criticism from Internet users who complain that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . -1 1730708 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot June 25 . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . -0 3022381 3022308 Without comment , the court declined to hear suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore 's appeals . The defeat for suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore was expected . -0 644788 644816 " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention to win , " Woods said . " I had one bad stretch of holes that put me out of contention , " Woods said , referring to his 42 on the front nine Saturday . -1 1039676 1039623 Former chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . -0 342112 342381 The Modesto Bee and NBC were notified their calls had been intercepted , Goold said . Journalists were not the only people notified that their phone calls had been intercepted . -1 3090804 3090985 My view is these al-Qaeda terrorists - and I believe it was al-Qaeda - would prefer to have many such events . " " My view is that these Al Qaeda terrorists -- and I believe it was Al Qaeda -- would prefer to have many such events . " -0 1600352 1600447 Steverson said Williams was known as a racist who did not like Blacks . Steverson said Williams , who was white , was a racist . -0 2587656 2587753 Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad today after demonstrators stormed a police station demanding they be given jobs they claimed to have paid bribes for . Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad Wednesday after demonstrators demanding jobs stormed a police station and threw stones at officers , police said . -1 3395489 3395451 The court 's 1992 decision reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . In a 1992 case , the Supreme Court reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice , but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . -1 1089349 1089335 The latest quarter 's profit was a penny above of the average estimate as compiled by Thomson First Call . The earnings beat by a penny the consensus estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -1 556146 556044 More than 60 percent of the company 's 1,000 employees were killed in the attack . More than 60 per cent of its 1,000 employees at the time were killed . -1 1263434 1263562 Only two bidders of the six have expressed interest in the whole pie - oil tycoon Marvin Davis and Seagram heir Edgar Bronfman Jr . Only two of the bidders have so far expressed interest in buying all the assets -- Davis and Bronfman . -1 312323 312507 Bush also said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not make a determination on the bill for a few more weeks . Bush said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not decide the bill 's fate for a few more weeks . -0 1911604 1911550 Variable annuity sales were $ 4.2 billion , 82 percent higher than a year ago . Variable annuity sales surged 82 percent to $ 4.2 billion . -0 2859089 2859061 But U.S. administration officials moved to talk down Snow 's impact on currencies , saying his comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . U.S. administration officials said Snow 's rate comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . -1 1042499 1042394 However , one subset of women — those on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy — appeared to show improvement in survival . However , one subset of patients , women on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy , " appeared to show a favorable trend to improvement in survival . " -1 3149040 3149074 Intel ’ s Xeon surpassed HP ’ s PA-RISC to become the most often used processor , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . Intel 's Xeon surpassed HP 's PA-RISC to become the processor most often used , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . -0 130087 129778 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index lost the most ground , falling 16.95 points to 1,506,76 . The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . -1 2309397 2309420 " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " Coke spokeswoman Sonya Soutus said . " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " said Coke spokesman Ben Deutsch . -0 490018 490064 UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . It fell 0.5 percent after UBS downgraded it to " neutral " from " buy , " citing valuation . -1 2898540 2898554 A postal distribution center where four anthrax-laced letters passed through two years ago was fumigated with chlorine dioxide gas as crews wound up the decontamination process this weekend . Workers cleaning up a postal distribution center where four letters laced with anthrax had passed through two years ago planned to complete the fumigation operation early Sunday . -1 98417 98647 The American military 's task is to provide the security in the meantime . The U.S. military 's task , in this period , is to provide security . -1 1265264 1265297 The A920 comes with a printer , scanner , and copier for $ 89 . Dell 's Personal All-in-One A920 is an entry-level device that combines printer , scanner and copier functions for $ 89 . -0 2565371 2565170 The FTC has asked the court to suspend its decision while the agency appeals . U.S. District Judge Edward W. Nottingham in Denver denied an FTC request to suspend his decision while the agency appeals . -1 2933884 2933714 Officials said the data will be used to verify whether they had stayed beyond their authorized time . Officials said data will be used to verify whether travelers have exceeded their authorized stay . -1 1357528 1357493 A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion has seen about $ 19 billion of bids , investors said . A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion from GM drew about $ 21 billion of bids , an analyst looking at the deal said . -1 190933 191164 Even after he turned 94 , Lacy worked to change baseball . Even into his 90s , Lacy worked to change the game of baseball . -0 1010039 1010063 Dayton finished 24-6 last season , won the Atlantic-10 Conference championship and was a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament . That season , the Rams finished the regular season ranked 11th and were a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tournament . -1 1048004 1047810 It would not affect economic damages such as lost wages or hospital bills . Economic damages , such as lost wages or medical costs , wouldn 't be capped under Bush 's plan . -0 2211287 2211175 Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said he would fight any extension of the cable 's use . Meanwhile , the Connecticut attorney general , Richard Blumenthal , said he was considering legal action against Mr. Abraham 's order . -1 315649 315780 Schneiderman said this fare price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial condition as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more to ride in a recession . Schneiderman said the price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial status as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more at the turnstile in a recession . -0 1091268 1091301 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . -1 17155 17292 The two countries agreed last week to hold their first diplomatic discussions in two years . Last week , India and Pakistan said they would hold their first diplomatic talks in two years . -1 795914 795981 The proposal also may help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a takeover from Indianapoils-based shopping mall operator Simon Property Group Inc . The legislation , approved 12-3 by the House Commerce Committee , may allow Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. to fend off a takeover attempt by Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group Inc . -0 1913559 1913486 Shares of Coke were up 6 cents at $ 44.42 in afternoon trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Coke were down 26 cents to close at $ 44.10 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1852180 1852065 Wall Street analysts expect 2004 revenue of $ 28.15 billion . Analysts ' average forecast was $ 4.02 per share on revenue of $ 25.56 billion . -0 2551891 2551563 The poll had a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points . It had a margin of sampling error of plus or minus four percentage points and was conducted Thursday through Saturday . -1 55562 55529 Last year , the board raised rents by 2 percent on one-year renewals , 4 percent on two-year leases . For lofts , the board proposed increases of 4 percent for one-year leases and 7 percent for two-year renewals . -0 969654 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -1 2114433 2114474 South Africa has the world 's highest caseload with 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS . With 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS , South Africa has the world 's highest AIDS caseload . -1 1015381 1015417 Cordiant has been on the block since it lost the key Allied Domecq account in April . Cordiant has been a target since it lost a crucial client , Allied Domeq , in April . -1 1759675 1759745 " The investigation appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition , " Activision said in an SEC filing . According to the company filings , the investigation " appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition . " -0 987739 987595 Justice Clarence Thomas , joined by fellow conservative Justice Antonin Scalia , dissented . Justice Antonin Scalia , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Clarence Thomas dissented from the ruling . -1 1629017 1629043 A Stage One alert is declared when ozone readings exceed 0.20 parts per million during a one-hour period . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . -0 332392 332566 The department told airlines " the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent . Britain 's Department for Transport said ' ' the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent , ' ' and suspended flights after 6 p.m. EDT . -0 3376232 3376340 Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . The American Soldier was first selected as Times Person of the Year during the Korean War in 1950 . -1 3214345 3214707 As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty for convictions . -1 2641934 2641989 The anguish was detectable in the voices of those of Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak on Monday . The anguish could be heard in the voices of Mr Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak . -0 1856399 1856531 Graham , a presidential candidate , was criticized by several Republicans as ' ' politicizing ' ' the report . Graham , who co-chaired the inquiry , is a presidential candidate . -1 1089053 1089297 Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's suggestion too drastic . Sen. Patrick Leahy , the committee 's senior Democrat , later said the problem is serious but called Hatch 's idea too drastic a remedy to be considered . -1 2211403 2211344 " Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " Jon Sohn of Friends of the Earth said after the panel 's vote . " Two Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " said Jon Sohn , international campaigner for Friends of the Earth . -1 3435735 3435717 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > eased 0.37 of a point , or 0.03 percent , at 1,121 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > slipped 0.26 point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,121.96 . -1 1634467 1634519 Malaysia has launched an aggressive media campaign over its water dispute with Singapore . MALAYSIA will launch a publicity campaign in local newspapers today giving its version of the water dispute with Singapore . -1 459278 459103 The Cavaliers won the right Thursday to select James in the June 26 draft . The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . -1 403034 402965 Two Atlanta companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines Inc. and the Home Depot -- were mentioned as having excessive pay packages for its CEOs . Two Atlanta-based companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines and Home Depot -- were also mentioned by witnesses as having excessive pay packages for CEOs . -1 2394676 2394690 The Republic of Korea was found to lead the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . Not surprisingly , broadband nation Korea leads the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . -1 3145286 3145540 Mr Blair admitted in a newspaper article Mr Bush ’ s critics were “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . The Prime Minister today admitted that critics are “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . -1 2405187 2405072 Intel Corp. unveiled Wednesday its next generation processor for cellular phones , personal digital assistants and other wireless devices . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . -1 2950526 2950562 Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos of Los Angeles , was quick to swipe at the testing procedure . Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos , of Los Angeles , has contested the DNA evidence , saying it is unreliable . -0 2222971 2223124 The venture owns five oil refineries and more than 2,100 filling stations in Russia and Ukraine . TNK-BP has six oil producing units , five refineries and 2,100 filling stations . -1 2768316 2768361 The Belgian probe centred on allegations that certain cereals firms were tipped off about prices two hours before they were officially available . He said the allegations were that certain cereals companies were tipped off to grain prices two hours before they were officially available . -1 1895132 1895009 They said they also seized several items which might be linked to ritual killing , including an animal 's skull with a nail driven through it . Among the evidence seized by detectives was an animal skull with a nail driven through its head , which may have been used in a " black magic " ceremony . -0 2326659 2326678 It features a 4K color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sound with exchangeable Style-Up front panels . The Z200 features a color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sounds . -1 173604 173725 Dealers said the yen was also undermined by falling Japanese interest rates . Dealers said the dollar also drew some support due to falling Japanese interest rates . -1 347375 347270 The World Health Organization and the United States Centers for Disease Control sent down a team to look into it . The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States have sent a team to investigate . -0 50553 50517 Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . Both are in the cocoa-growing west of the world 's top producer in a region where fighting is complicated by the presence of Liberians on both sides . -0 2124306 2124457 The Globe reported that Smiledge hasn 't spoken with his son , Joseph Druce , in eight years . Smiledge said he hasn 't spoken with his son in eight years and wants nothing to do with him . -1 941976 941612 SMILING bomber Amrozi was inspired to launch an attack on Bali after his former Australian boss revealed the tourist island was a haven for sinful behaviour by westerners . BALI bomber Amrozi claims he was inspired to launch an attack on the tourist island after his Australian boss revealed Bali was a haven for sinful behaviour of Westerners . -1 2269545 2269531 Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass-produced , lowering the price per valve from 15 cents to 2 1 / 2 cents . Mr. Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass produced , lowering the price per valve , to 2 1 / 2 cents from 15 cents . -1 160051 159941 Russia , along with France , China and others , advocate a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . -1 2942566 2942638 SCC argued that Lexmark was trying to shield itself from competition by installing a chip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . The company also argued that Lexmark was trying to squash competition by installing a microchip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . -1 2816542 2816716 On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman member of the men 's swim team jumped from the same 10th-floor ledge . On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman from Dayton , Ohio , climbed over the same 10th-floor ledge and plunged to his death . -1 1887674 1887615 The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be completed by year 's end . The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be complete during the final calendar quarter of 2003 . -1 3246221 3246174 Yesterday , two Japanese diplomats were killed in an apparent ambush near Tikrit , 175 kilometres north of the capital . Two Japanese diplomats were also killed in an ambush near Tikrit , according to the Japanese Foreign Ministry . -1 1750716 1750740 " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Sadr said in a fiery sermon at Koufa mosque near Najaf . -1 1812704 1813027 " These are violent surgeries and I wanted to convey that , " Murphy says . I mean , these are violent surgeries , and I wanted to properly convey that . " -1 3395447 3395484 Under the 1973 Roe vs. Wade ruling , before a fetus could live outside the womb , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician . Under the original Roe v. Wade ruling , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician before a fetus could live outside the womb . -0 2424444 2424265 Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring down the NYSE 's 27-member board , changing its composition and making it more accountable . Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring the NYSE 's 27-member board and allotting more seats to investors outside the securities industry . -1 2622070 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . -1 1315347 1315545 " I think we made some mistakes with this exam , and it 's up to us to identify and correct them , " Mills said . Mills yesterday admitted , " We made some mistakes with this exam and it 's up to us to identify and correct them . -0 1790075 1790177 The Recording Industry Association of America says it plans to sue the song traders next month . That is , if the Recording Industry Association of America has anything to say about it . -1 1841375 1841180 And if estimates hold , it will mark the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . It is also the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . -0 2828900 2829044 " But that does not clear them of the obligation to do everything possible to protect civilians , and that is not what we 're seeing . " " But that does not clear them of the responsibility to do everything possible to minimize civilian harm . " -1 163189 163240 A total of 17 cases have been confirmed in the southern city of Basra , the Organization said . A total of 17 confirmed cases of cholera were reported yesterday by the World Health Organisation in the southern Iraqi city of Basra . -1 433021 432984 There is no transcript the courtroom session in Tarrytown , 12 miles north of New York on the Hudson River . There was no transcript of Thursday 's courtroom session in Tarrytown , which is 12 miles north of New York City on the Hudson River . -0 3280073 3280092 One of the latest shootings was at a car on Sunday on I-270 , Franklin County sheriff 's Chief Deputy Steve Martin said . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . -1 2769819 2769671 " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " he said during a press briefing at the hospital . " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " said Goodrich , also director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Children 's Hospital at Montefiore . -0 890153 890030 Egyptologists cast doubt Tuesday on an expedition 's claim that it may have found the mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the best-known ancient Egyptians . Egyptologists think they may have identified the long-sought mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the ancient world 's legendary beauties . -0 1954 2142 Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday , joining a growing number of cities around the country . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . -1 1018730 1018788 IBM stock rose $ 1.75 , to $ 84.50 , on the New York Stock Exchange . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 3400796 3400822 That is evident from their failure , three times in a row , to get a big enough turnout to elect a president . Three times in a row , they failed to get a big _ enough turnout to elect a president . -1 881726 882002 He was arrested less than two kilometres from where he allegedly kidnapped her after brutally beating her mother and brother . He was arrested less than 1km from where he allegedly kidnapped Jennette Tamayo after beating her mother and brother . -1 813444 813256 His election was hailed in some quarters as a breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned in others as a violation of God 's word . Robinson 's election was hailed in some quarters as a major breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned by others as a " rebellion against God 's created order . " -1 3416800 3416661 Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply on the tribe 's sales activities . Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply to any tribal activity . -1 578547 577866 Wyeth estimates that 1.2 million women continue to take Prempro pills , down from about 3.4 million before the study was halted last summer . Wyeth estimates that 1,2 million women are still taking Prempro pills , down from about 3,4 million before the WHI study was halted last year . -0 308890 308787 But he said he had Dr Hollingworth 's legal advice that he had been denied natural justice by the church inquiry . Senator Brandis backed Dr Hollingworth 's claims he had been denied natural justice by the Anglican Church inquiry into the claims against him . -1 3127660 3127435 Come tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . -0 1417843 1418003 Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks , and police suspect he was killed in the Waco area . Authorities and Baylor officials say Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks . -1 368063 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust in the limelight following government programmes to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . -1 1953540 1953355 " If these loss reductions continue as expected , further rate reductions should be ordered . " If those loss reductions continue , further rate reductions should be ordered , Bordelon said . -1 1455002 1455078 President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 nations from these sanctions because they had signed but not yet ratified the immunity agreement . President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 countries because they had signed but not yet ratified immunity agreements . -1 953482 953745 Shares of AT & T climbed 4.4 percent or 90 cents to $ 21.40 , adding to the previous day 's gain of 6 percent . Shares of AT & T climbed 4 percent , adding to the previous day 's 6 percent rise . -1 1730037 1729778 AMD reported a net loss of $ 140 million for the quarter ended June 29 , on sales of $ 645 million . In the first quarter of 2003 , AMD reported a net loss of $ 146 million , or 42 cents per share , on sales of $ 715 million . -1 2857171 2857458 " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , the Pew researcher who wrote the report . " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , senior research fellow with the Pew project . -0 490486 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 179.97 points , or 2.09 percent , to 8,781.35 , ending at its highest level since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . -1 727268 727328 And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden , the missing leader of the al-Qaida terrorist network , is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . -1 1220668 1220801 We firmly believe we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' as the name of our network . " We firmly believe that we have an absolute right to use the common word ' spike ' to name our network . -1 3062259 3062441 In a major setback to consumers , a federal judge granted the government 's request Thursday to shut down a company that helps customers buy cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . A federal judge Thursday granted a request by the Food and Drug Administration to shut down Rx Depot , a popular Internet company that sells cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . -0 2055507 2055516 Anyone with information on Lopez can call O 'Shea at 561-688-4068 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-8477 . Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Kevin Umphrey at 688-4163 or Crime Stoppers at ( 800 ) 458-8477 . -1 1515072 1515036 The panels picture the towers standing tall and outline their history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction on Sept . 11 , 2001 . The panels outline the twin towers ' history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction by terrorists on Sept . 11 , 2001 . -1 2587376 2587143 Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the Gypsy tradition of arranged child weddings . Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the tradition of arranged child weddings among Roma , as Gypsies are also known . -0 14509 14515 The Institute for Supply Management 's index of nonmanufacturing activity rose unexpectedly in April , reports said . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . -1 1048616 1048751 The two rugged counties got 2 to 3 inches of rain between midnight and noon . The weather service estimated that between two and three inches of rain hit Kanawha and Nicholas counties between midnight and noon Monday . -0 3094769 3094801 Although obesity can increase the risk of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol . Although obesity can increase the risk of a host of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol , which are not considered diseases . -1 3030254 3030287 Intel plans to present a paper on its findings today at a conference in Japan . The breakthrough technology was presented by Intel scientists at a conference in Japan . -0 845113 845201 Foreigners board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia , on Monday . French troops defend a group of foreigners as they board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia . -1 158719 159051 A statement released by DEI said Green would begin driving the car on an interim basis beginning next week in the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway . It was announced that Green will replace Park in the Dale Earnhardt Inc . No. 1 Chevrolet , beginning with the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway next week . -0 67938 67983 The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed the case . The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . -1 228857 228818 Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will get the valuable Thursday 9 : 30 p.m. time slot . Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will couple with Friends on Thursdays . -0 1721439 1721590 It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . For the third time in four years wildfires closed Mesa Verde National Park , the country ’ s only park dedicated to ancient ruins . -1 790082 790100 Disney has repeatedly said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them maintained . Disney spokeswoman Rena Callahan said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the only reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them kept in place . -1 1889954 1889847 Sources who knew of the bidding said last week that cable TV company Comcast Corp. was also looking at VUE . Late last week , sources told Reuters cable TV company Comcast Corp. CMCSA.O also was looking at buying VUE assets . -0 3394860 3394670 The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Manzon , was believed to be among the nine missing - some of them children . The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Monzon , was believed to be among the missing , who are presumed dead . -1 3053580 3053552 On Wednesday , the total of National Guard and Reserve members called to active duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . As of yesterday , the total number of National Guard and Reserve troops called to duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . -1 1570961 1570936 The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . Schering-Plough shares fell 3.8 percent , or 72 cents , to close at $ 18.34 in trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1921373 1921407 But at age 15 , she 'd reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . -1 763491 763433 " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . " Of course , I want to win again , but it is worse when you have never won because you are anxious , " he said . -1 161959 161850 E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications _ even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . -1 3372169 3372093 The fawn , named after Dr Duane Kraemer , one of the researchers , was born a few months ago . The fawn , named for university researcher Duane Kraemer , turns 7 months old today . -1 1351951 1352045 Canadian researchers ordered the slaughter of more than 2,000 cows and conducted an extensive investigation but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . Canadian investigators slaughtered more than 2,000 cows but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . -1 315785 315653 But MTA officials appropriated the money to the 2003 and 2004 budgets without notifying riders or even the MTA board members considering the 50-cent hike , Hevesi found . MTA officials appropriated the surplus money to later years ' budgets without notifying riders or the MTA board members when the 50-cent hike was being considered , he said . -1 283128 283117 The measures could be taken up by the full Senate as early as Friday . Ratliff said he hopes to bring the two measures to the full Senate by Friday . -0 949774 949346 Toronto yesterday had 64 probable cases of SARS and nine suspect cases . As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . -1 1019061 1018963 Shares of Pleasanton-based PeopleSoft rose 4 cents , to $ 16.96 , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . PeopleSoft shares were up 4 cents at $ 16.96 in late morning trade on the Nasdaq . -0 555528 555584 Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . -1 1371056 1370928 In terms of a free trade area , we 've got a long , long way to go and the Pakistanis understand that . As for a free trade area , the official stressed that weve got a long , long way to go , and the Pakistanis understand that . -0 821367 821695 Whoever is selected will report directly to Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection . The NCSD has about 60 employees , Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection , said at a briefing today . -1 813240 813525 But Mr Robinson urged the voters to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to the believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today " . But he urged the delegates who elected him to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today . " -1 2001330 2001668 The technology-loaded Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC added 0.35 of a point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,662 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.48 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,661.51 , based on the latest available figures . -1 2454236 2454061 " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , a senior vice president with the utility . " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , senior vice president of operations at Dominion Virginia Power . -1 2301818 2302005 " I am listening to the same things I listened to 17 years ago , " Hollings said . Im hearing the same things I listened to 17 years ago . -0 2628364 2628772 Heatley was sixth in the league in goals last season with 41 and ninth in points with 89 . Heatley led Atlanta in scoring last season with a team-record 41 goals and 48 assists . -1 2138293 2138525 The cables can be engorged with far more power , and it can be turned on and off like a water spigot , making billing more accurate , Taub said . The cables can carry far more power , and can be turned on and off like water spigots , making billing more accurate , Taub said . -1 2694852 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . -1 1239045 1239030 One of the most well studied facets of temperament is how people respond to novelty . One of the defining and well-studied characteristics of temperament is how people react to novelty . -0 1773875 1773829 July 18 : Hurlbert files a single count of felony sexual assault against Bryant . Bryant , 24 , has been charged with felony sexual assault . -1 1610363 1610417 Mr Koizumi rebuked Mr Konoike , saying his remarks were " inappropriate " . Koizumi told reporters at his office that Konoike 's remarks were " inappropriate . " -1 1803771 1803716 The CBO analysis of the Senate package said an amendment sponsored by Sen. Maria Cantwell , D-Wash . , accounted for $ 40 billion of the total cost . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . -0 1521034 1520582 White , who had suffered kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center around 9 : 30 a.m. , said manager Ned Shankman . White , who had kidney failure from years of high blood pressure , had been undergoing dialysis and had been hospitalized since a September stroke . -1 2761139 2761113 In July , EMC agreed to acquire Legato Systems ( Nasdaq : LGTO ) for about $ 1.2 billion . In July , the Hopkinton , Mass . , company agreed to buy Legato Systems of Mountain View for $ 1.3 billion . -1 2510517 2510450 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined 6.11 , or 0.6 per cent , to 1003.27 , having shed 19.67 in the previous session . The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined by 4.39 , or 0.4 percent , to 998.88 , after losing 6.11 on Thursday . -1 2576454 2576555 The Nasdaq fell about 1.3 % for the month , snapping a seven-month winning streak . The Nasdaq is down roughly 0.4 percent for the month , on track to snap a 7-month streak of gains . -1 1569832 1569899 Shares of Cellegy were down $ 2.04 , or 39 % , to $ 3.18 in midday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Cellegy plunged $ 1.99 to $ 3.23 Monday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -0 3093463 3093383 Fifty-seven percent were Hispanic , 10 % were Asian , 7 % were Black , 16 % were Caucasian , and 10 % were of other ethnicity . Haskell said 57 percent were Hispanic , 10 percent Asian , 7 percent black and 16 percent white . -1 2904023 2904060 This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " he told reporters . This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " -1 1546659 1546715 Matthew Lovett , 18 , who just graduated from Collingswood High School , was among those arrested . Matthew Lovett , 18 , of Oaklyn , N.J. , was among those arrested . -1 2083598 2083810 About 10 percent of high school and 16 percent of elementary students must be proficient at math . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . -0 2081805 2081712 The Securities and Exchange Commission has also initiated an informal probe of Coke . That federal investigation is separate from an informal inquiry by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -1 1691524 1691465 That compares with earnings of $ 446 million , or 7 cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.3 billion in the same period a year ago . That compares with a profit of $ 446 million , or seven cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.32 billion in the same period last year . -1 1106212 1106299 President Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . -0 2965698 2965467 Ebert asked Franklin , pointing to a color photo of Linda Franklin on a projection screen . A photo of Linda Franklin 's bloodied body was shown on a large screen in the courtroom yesterday . -0 174701 174280 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . -1 1626913 1627111 Republican officials said the advertising buy was proof that Democrats are panicking that they were losing their stature on Medicare . Republican officials said the advertisements were proof that Democrats were panicking about losing their stature on Medicare . -1 167084 166941 Moore was expected to be discharged from the hospital Thursday or Friday , according to Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . The English star was expected to be discharged from the hospital soon , said Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . -1 1913621 1913715 The merged company will keep the Interwoven name and be headquartered in Sunnyvale . The new company will be named Interwoven and will be headquartered in Sunnyvale . -1 2661772 2661838 Apple has also built a new VPN ( define ) server into Panther Server that supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . A new VPN server built into Panther Server supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . -0 184604 184749 I never organised a youth camp for the diocese of Bendigo . I never attended a youth camp organised by that diocese . " -1 213274 213017 Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Sen. Ben Nelson ( D-Neb . ) has become their top lobbying target on the tax cut package . Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Senator Ben Nelson , Democrat of Nebraska , has become their top lobbying target on the tax-cut package . -1 1910610 1910455 The legal ruling follows three days of intense speculation Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . The legal ruling follows three days of wild volatility in RIM 's stock over speculation that PC giant Hewlett-Packard Co. may be bidding for the company . -0 903431 903485 He had performed outside Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the US last year and in Brazil , South Africa and several European countries . He had performed outside of Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the United States last year . -1 1703442 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . -0 953477 953744 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX fell 3 points , or 0.30 percent , to 995 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . -1 3113791 3113782 The European Commission , the EU 's antitrust enforcer , is expected to issue its decision next spring — unless a settlement is reached . The European Commission is expected to issue its decision in the case next spring — unless a settlement is reached . -1 860025 859375 Since Perkins ' arrival at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , UConn has fielded six national championship teams in three sports - men 's and women 's basketball and men 's soccer . Since Perkins arrived at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , the Huskies have fielded six national championship teams in three sports -- men 's basketball , women 's basketball and men 's soccer . -1 3214517 3214483 " So Sebastian did his best to convincingly confess to a crime that he didn 't commit in order to survive , " she told jurors . " Sebastian did his best to confess convincingly to a crime he didn 't do in order to survive , " Ms. Richardson declared . -0 2083612 2083810 Twenty percent of Latino students and 23 percent of black students performed at proficient or higher . In math , 16 percent of elementary and middle school students and 9.6 percent of high school students must be proficient . -0 3045253 3045400 But the signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer those copies to the Internet and make them available to potentially millions of others . FCC officials said the embedded electronic signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer copies to the Internet . -1 1362859 1363247 Although Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers said they had no evidence that other brands were safer . Athough Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers say they have no evidence that other brands are safer . -0 123110 123217 The dead woman was also wearing a ring and a Cartier watch . " It 's a blond-haired woman wearing a Cartier watch on her wrist , " the source said . -0 3016169 3016111 Novell is acquiring SuSe Linux in a $ 210 million cash deal subject to regulatory approval . Linux company SuSE was today acquired by Novell in a $ 210 million all-cash deal . -1 1784440 1784557 Almihdhar and Alhazmi were aboard American Airlines Flight 77 , which crashed into the Pentagon . Both have been identified as some of the hijackers who flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon . -0 1922314 1922508 Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , asked the jurors to " give her a fair shake . Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , said she is undereducated and has some mental problems herself . -1 545927 545816 Another soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad , a military statement said Tuesday . Also Monday , one soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad . -1 1881955 1882013 Dennehy 's family reported him missing June 19 , seven days after he was last seen on campus . Dennehy ’ s family reported him missing June 19 , about a week after he was last seen on the Baylor campus in Waco . -1 3173215 3173227 The WWF also thinks a further 13,000 animals are being caught every year around the Straits of Gibraltar and in nearby areas . According to WWF , a further 13,000 individuals are estimated to be caught around the Straits of Gibraltar and in neighboring zones . -1 2980694 2980550 Malvo , 18 , goes on trial Nov. 10 in the death of Franklin . Malvo goes on trial next month in the death of an FBI analyst . -1 633383 633460 He had also said an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets Thursday , would be welcome . He had also said on the eve of Monday 's talks that an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets on Thursday , would be welcome . -1 3020237 3020203 Most of that - $ 51 billion - was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ 10 billion was for U.S. forces in Afghanistan . Most of that – $ US51 billion – was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ US10 billion was for US forces in Afghanistan . -1 847532 847653 Two of his cousins members of the Jordanian royal family have been mentioned as possible contenders to the throne . In addition , two of his cousins - members of the Jordanian royal family - have been mentioned as possible competition for the throne . -1 661390 661218 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta - including a blast at the 1996 Olympics - along with the bombing in Alabama . -1 1652149 1652120 A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the vehicle following the contestant car to record broken rules and track of the car 's time . A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the follow vehicle to record any broken rules and also keep track of the car 's time . -0 516793 516587 But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Martinez did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights in doing so . But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Mr Martinez as he screamed in pain did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights . -1 1269572 1269682 The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . They were remanded in custody and will appear in court again on July 8 . -1 1268573 1268483 The single currency dropped to 136.94 yen compared with its late U.S. level of 137.64 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . -1 2610710 2610781 A second Indonesian , Imam Samudra , the so-called " field commander " of the bombings , was sentenced to death last month . Imam Samudra , leader of the team that carried out the bombing , was sentenced to death last month . -1 221002 221083 Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . -0 238564 238426 Leung , who faces a maximum of 50 years in prison if convicted , also told the judge that she understood her constitutional rights . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . -1 1095780 1095652 " No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racing 's top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , " Wheeler said in a statement . No matter who becomes the sponsor for stock-car racings top series , NASCAR will need an all-star event , Wheeler said Tuesday . -1 106871 106899 " Californians understand that we have some real problems in the state and they want common-sense solutions , and recall isnt one of them , " Davis adviser Roger Salazar said . " Californians understand that we have some real problems ... and they want commonsense solutions , and recall isn 't one of them , " said Davis adviser Roger Salazar . -1 2095812 2095797 The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . Last week its American owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . -0 472950 472534 Mizuho 's ( JP : 8411 : news , chart , profile ) shares closed up 3,500 yen , or 4.8 percent , to 76,800 yen . Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) lost 2.6 percent to 444,000 yen . -0 2700675 2700735 A 64 year-old paedophile described by police as the " most prolific Internet groomer ever caught " has been jailed for five years . A PAEDOPHILE from Twickenham has been described by police as the most prolific ' internet groomer ' ever caught . -1 445757 445834 Sylvan Shalom , the Israeli Foreign Minister , said there was a possibility that Mr Bush “ will come to this area ” . Shalom said there was also a possibility that " the president will come to this area . " -0 2984177 2984223 " Now , the other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , " Street said to crowd laughter . " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . -1 2266078 2266151 Some 26.5 million shares changed hands , more than three times the daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . Some 11.8 million shares have changed hands , well above its daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . -1 3444018 3444050 He also said it is too early to know whether a second wave might occur later in the winter . Dr. Ostroff also said it was still too early to know whether a second wave would occur later in the winter . -1 1162940 1162483 Her birthday , 21 April , was declared a public holiday and she attended a reception and a ball . When his grandmother , then-Princess Elizabeth , turned 21 in 1947 , the day was declared a public holiday , and she attended a reception and a ball . -1 213072 213027 " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . But Mr. Crosby told The Associated Press : " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . -1 609842 609788 The transition is slated to begin no later than June 7 , Dayton said . A two-week transition period will begin no later than June 7 . -0 205145 204942 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . Miodrag Zivkovic , the leader of the pro-independence opposition Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . -1 2760805 2760895 The greenback scored beefy gains against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . -1 116294 116332 The Phillies were upset that Counsell had stolen second in the sixth inning with Arizona leading 7-1 . The Phillies were apparently upset when Counsell stole during the sixth with the Diamondbacks up 7-1 . -0 2849263 2849208 On July 10 , a team of 32 Singaporean police officers was sent to Baghdad . In July 32 Singaporean police officers were sent to Baghdad to help train Iraqi police forces and returned home last month . -1 582195 582326 Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. BTU.N , were up more than 3 percent in afternoon trade . Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. ( BTU ) , were up more than 3 percent at midday . -1 941617 941673 He said his hatred for such people grew from these discussions and had helped convince him violence was the answer . His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . -1 127403 127186 Under the plan being announced Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . Under the plan , which GM and Dow were to announce Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . -1 1444773 1445053 The American Film Institute recently named her the top female screen legend . In 1999 the American Film Institute named Hepburn as the 20th century 's greatest screen actress . -1 814622 814567 That story also named archbishops Harry J. Flynn , of Minneapolis-St . Paul , and Edwin F. O 'Brien , of the Military Services , as possible candidates . They include two sitting archbishops , Harry J. Flynn of Minneapolis-St . Paul and Edwin F. O 'Brien of the Military Services , head of all US military chaplains . -0 2736238 2736177 A demolitions expert for JI , al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 . Al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 while on a mission to buy explosives for bombing targets in Singapore . -1 1390426 1390317 But Abraham said changes in air-pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) . Changes in air pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency . -0 173876 173829 Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have intervened overnight when the yen appreciated to 116 per dollar . Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have stepped in overnight and in Tokyo on Friday . -1 903636 903755 Ontario Premier Ernie Eves appointed a judge on Tuesday to hold an independent investigation into how the province has handled SARS . Ontario Premier Ernie Eves announced yesterday that a former judge would conduct an independent investigation of how the province and city handled SARS . -1 2640607 2640576 " There is no need for one deadline for all to create the ASEAN Economic Community , " Thaksin said . Thus , he said , there did not have to one deadline to create the economic community . -1 1353196 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . -0 3278643 3278683 Boeing 's board is also expected to decide at its December meeting whether to offer the airplane for sale to airlines . It is widely expected to give Bair formal approval to offer the plane for sale to airlines . -0 3009814 3009757 Bo Hitchcock , Levin 's attorney , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . -1 3310210 3310286 The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . The broadside came during the recording on Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . -1 3064974 3064992 They face charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . -0 2529540 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing how serious the problem remains . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . -0 1356948 1356889 Nissan North America announced yesterday that it will spend $ 250 million to expand its Smyrna assembly plant to bring production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee . Nissan North America Inc. said Wednesday it was moving production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee , adding 800 jobs . -1 1497969 1497896 " Kahuku Ranch has world - class qualities - tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity . " " Kahuku Ranch has world-class qualities — tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity , " he said . -1 2815885 2815848 Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . -1 3376093 3376101 The additional contribution brings total U.S. food aid to North Korea this year to 100,000 tonnes . The donation of 60,000 tons brings the total of U.S. contributions for the year to 100,000 . -0 3044868 3044958 " It ends tonight , " a grim Keanu Reeves announces , in the trailer for The Matrix Revolutions . Keanu Reeves and Hugo Weaving in a scene from the motion picture The Matrix Revolutions . -1 1219325 1219440 His daughter , Nina Axelrod , told The Associated Press that he died in his sleep , apparently of heart failure . Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . -1 1263625 1263547 Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media giant Vivendi Universal has given itself two weeks to sift through offers for its U.S. entertainment empire in a multi-billion dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . -1 698958 698941 Stewart said she intends to declare her innocence and proceed to trial if she is indicted , her lawyer said in a statement . Stewart intends to declare her innocence if indicted and proceed to trial , her lawyer said . -1 2375150 2375123 " Three Weeks in October " goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the Washington , D.C.-area sniper shootings started . Moose 's book goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the sniper shootings started in the Washington area . -0 29291 29363 Klitschko said : " I 'm excited to box in Los Angeles first and then against Lennox Lewis . " I am excited to be fighting in Los Angeles and on HBO , " Klitschko said . -1 2389494 2389527 Several police officers were also said to be seriously hurt . Three other police officers were among five people who were seriously injured . -0 921186 921272 The SIA says the DRAM market is expected to grow 2.9 percent to $ 15.7 billion in 2003 and 43 percent to $ 22.5 billion in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . -0 195971 196241 He said the Senate has confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Bush took office and " I don 't see much broken . " Mr. Daschle said the Senate had confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Mr. Bush took office . -1 3102696 3102405 The 60-year-old millionaire hugged his attorneys , saying : " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " -0 2183965 2183946 The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , to Farida , a " highly cosmopolitan and well-educated young woman " . The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , as an example of how JI uses marriage to grow . -1 2521519 2521624 This deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over , " Geer added . " The deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over . " -1 828490 828644 Last month , 62 Spanish peacekeepers died when their plane crashed in Turkey as they were returning home . In another disaster , 62 Spanish peacekeepers were killed May 26 when their plane crashed in Turkey on their way home . -1 882054 882090 Its legal representatives began meeting with plaintiffs ' attorneys last week to discuss a settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . -1 2665445 2665282 Quattrone is accused of obstructing justice by helping to encourage co-workers in an e-mail to destroy files on lucrative investment banking deals . Quattrone is accused of attempting to obstruct justice by endorsing that e-mail , which encouraged co-workers to destroy files on profitable investment banking deals . -0 2506258 2506211 Of 456 women who had experienced stress , 24 ( 5.3 % ) had developed breast cancer . Of the unstressed women , 23 developed breast cancer and 871 did not . -1 1438658 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers were not harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . -1 3014183 3014149 If the subsidies are not repealed , the European Union is threatening trade sanctions against the United States . The European Union is threatening trade sanctions unless the subsidies are repealed . -1 701814 701794 If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AustMag directors will have to abandon the project in order to avoid trading while the company is insolvent . If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AMC directors will have to abandon it to avoid trading while AMC is insolvent . -1 2662740 2662692 Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent on a popular instant-messaging feature that shows users when the person on the other end of the conversation is typing a message . -1 1549586 1549609 Leon Williams ' body was found inside his third-floor apartment at 196 Bay St. , in Tompkinsville . The dead man , Leon Williams , was found in his third-floor apartment . -1 1414844 1415063 Prosecutors said the investment was a breach of duty and resulted in the pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . The indictment says the investment was a breach of fiduciary duties and resulted in the state pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . -0 191355 191501 Taiwan reported 18 additional cases giving it a total of 149 cases and 13 deaths . On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . -1 1343292 1343185 Nonetheless , the economy " has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . " But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . -1 1438656 1438628 Santa Clara-based Intel had sought the injunction , arguing that Hamidi was trespassing on its computer servers just as though he were intruding on private property . A lower court had considered Hamidi to be trespassing on the Santa Clara-based chipmaker 's servers , just as if somebody were squatting on a piece of physical private property . -1 1021420 1021328 Microsoft said Friday that it is halting development of future Macintosh versions of its Internet Explorer browser , citing competition from Apple Computer 's Safari browser . Microsoft will stop developing versions of its Internet Explorer browser software for Macintosh computers , saying that Apple 's Safari is now all that Apple needs . -1 1716167 1716098 " The only thing that I know for certain is that these are bad people , " Bush told a joint news conference with Blair . But he added : " The only thing I know for certain is that these are bad people . " -1 462488 462474 New cases of SARS might continue to appear , the authors write ominously , " until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted . " New cases might continue to appear until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted , they said . -1 588211 588199 Such a letter indicates the government intends to pursue an indictment and believes it has substantial evidence to support an indictment , the company said . The Kenilworth-based company said it believes the letter shows that the government plans to pursue a criminal indictment and likely has substantial evidence supporting an indictment . -1 1671677 1671691 Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " " Furthermore , with the target funds rate at 1 per cent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . -1 1914418 1914375 The Communicator can also consolidate e-mail from multiple screen names and other POP and IMAP accounts into a single application . AOL Communicator can consolidate e-mail from multiple AOL screen names , as well as from other POP and IMAP-based e-mail accounts . -1 3014182 3014148 It would remove $ 55 billion in tax subsidies for exporters , which are illegal under international trade law , in exchange for new tax breaks . In exchange for new tax breaks , it would remove $ 55 billion of tax subsidies for exporters that are illegal under international trade law . -1 1276754 1276678 " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " said Hagel . " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " Hagel said on ABC 's " This Week . " -0 2701523 2701549 Workers ' taxable income then is reduced by that amount . The worker 's taxable income is reduced by that amount , saving money at tax time . -1 62828 62573 He transferred another 10 million shares to a charitable trust and these shares were also liquidated . A further 10 million shares were transferred to a charitable trust , after which they were also sold . -1 460211 460445 The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 – well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . -1 1640785 1640758 " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " He continued , " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " -1 3285398 3285278 The outbreak was especially intense in Colorado , where within the past month more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died . The outbreak was particularly intense in Colorado , where more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died in the past month . -1 1196962 1197061 But Virgin wants to operate Concorde on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . Branson said that his preference would be to operate a fully commercial service on routes to New York , Barbados and Dubai . -0 2300695 2300608 The ministers also intend to initiate plans for a national centre for disease control . The health ministers also announced plans for healthy living and tobacco control strategies . -1 3313775 3313498 Taiwan ranked No. 3 in the world behind China and Hong Kong for SARS deaths and cases . Taiwan ranked No. 3 on the global list for deaths and cases , behind China and Hong Kong . -1 2898367 2898382 She noted some fast-food chains , including McDonald 's , already display calorie information in their stores or on their Web sites . She said some fast-food chains already display calorie information about their meals on their Web sites . -0 862804 862715 He tried to fight off officers and was taken to a hospital after a police dog bit him but was later released . Cruz tried to fight off officers and was hospitalized after a police dog bit him , Sgt. Steve Dixon said . -1 2916166 2916205 His wife , who he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his lengthy mission , waited in Moscow . His wife Yekaterina Dmitriyeva , whom he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his daunting mission , was waiting for him in Moscow . -1 1726935 1726879 The announcement , which economists said was not a surprise , may be bittersweet for the millions of Americans without jobs . Economists said the announcement was not a surprise , and politicians said it offered little comfort to the millions of Americans without jobs . -1 1369186 1369215 Not only had Bashir given his blessing but he had asked " that we hit the target well " , Mr Bafana said . Not only giving his blessing but he asked that we hit the target well . " -0 2518830 2518940 Metropolitan Ambulance spokesman James Howe said five people were taken to hospital and three were treated at the scene after yesterday 's incident . Spokesman James Howe said five children aged between 4 and 17 were taken to hospital with neck and chest injuries , while three others were treated at the scene . -1 2931313 2931319 Farmland Foods President George Richter said , " With Smithfield 's support and leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . " With Smithfields leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . -1 1761482 1761442 The panel ordered the Commerce Department to issue revised figures for the duties within 60 days . It called on the Commerce Department to respond within 60 days . -1 666674 666615 Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months in prison for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a firing range in Maryland . Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months by U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a Maryland firing range . -0 3060432 3060469 A beauty contest to be held in Italy next week may be the first for pixel-perfect pin-ups . A new beauty contest kicking off in Italy next week will give pixel-perfect pin-ups the chance to steal sultry Sophia 's sex-symbol status . -0 975862 976359 Protesters had been calling for an end to the country 's hard-line establishment and for supreme leader Khamenei 's death . The protesters denounced the country 's supreme leader , hard-liner Ayatollah Ali Khamenei . -0 1396805 1396787 A number of conflicting standards and media formats exist today making the digital home complex to set-up and manage . However , the group points to a number of conflicting standards and media formats . -0 331980 332110 Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief in Aceh , Surya Dharma , told reporters they could not because they did not have proper permission . Asked if the delegates could leave on Friday , police intelligence chief Surya Dharma told reporters : " Of course they may not go . -0 130006 130268 Some 175 million shares traded on the Big Board , a 7 percent increase from the same time a week ago . Some 1.6 billion shares traded on the Big Board , a 17 percent increase over the three-month daily average . -0 138816 138616 The government defeated the rebel motion by 297 votes to 117 in the 659-seat House of Commons . It was defeated by 297 votes to 117 , a Government majority of 180 . -0 1914185 1913978 Peter Smith , a planetary scientist at the University of Arizona , leads the $ 325 million Phoenix mission . TEGA is the product of University of Arizona planetary scientist William Boynton , co-investigator on the Phoenix mission . -1 827860 827836 The new Army Commander is the Masaka Armoured Brigade commanding officer , Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima who is now promoted to major general . PRESIDENT Yoweri Museveni has promoted Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima to Major General and named him Army Commander . -0 1046087 1046014 The final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . -1 1617844 1617745 In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . Coca-Cola 's shares were steady in late morning trading in New York , down just 13 cents to $ 43.88 . -1 407297 407281 The study found that only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds knew their children were having sex . Only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds know that their child has had sex , " the report says . -0 1564515 1564467 WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . WorldCom 's problems came to light last year , and the company filed for the largest bankruptcy in US history in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . -1 2129418 2129472 Mr. Bush said he was taking the action in response to Hamas 's claim of responsibility for the bus bombing in Israel on Tuesday that killed 20 people . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . -1 3189862 3189927 Had the creditors turned down the bailout plan , LG Group might have been forced to close down its credit card business . If the creditors turn down the bailout plan , LG Group may have to closedown its card business . -1 1438074 1437632 On Monday , the Dow declined 5.25 , or 0.1 percent , at 8,983.80 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . -0 1708479 1708719 The vulnerability affects NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . They said it affects all default installations of Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server . -1 1712179 1712278 He found that men who had ejaculated more than five times a week in their 20s were a third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . -1 759364 758770 " I know of no pressure , " said Mr. Feith , the under secretary of defense for policy . " I know of nobody who pressured anybody , " Douglas Feith , undersecretary of defense for policy , said at a Pentagon briefing . -1 86172 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats to our future -- terrorism -- this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " he said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " -1 1076875 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . -0 1313546 1313533 Rep. Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , criticized the FDA 's efforts in Florida . Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , said he wanted to congratulate the FDA . -1 1745013 1744905 The number of hostnames using BSD is nearing four million , while the number of active sites is nearly two million , Netcraft said . The number of host names using BSD is nearing 4 million , whereas the number of active sites is nearly 2 million , Netcraft said . -1 3261180 3261118 The latest arrests come as police continue to question a suspected " potential suicide bomber " detained in the south western town of Gloucester last Thursday . The move came as police continued to question a suspected potential suicide bomber arrested in the southwestern town of Gloucester last Thursday . -1 173879 173832 Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid the yen 's rise against the dollar . Dealers said the dollar also drew some downside support as Japanese investors are expected to keep snapping up foreign bonds amid ever-falling domestic interest rates . -1 1810585 1810405 Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released Tuesday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " -0 2307246 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month - sliding down to 6.1 percent - as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . -0 3034696 3034584 Vanderpool said the gunmen were retaliating because the other group had taken the smugglers ' human cargo earlier . One group had taken the other group 's human cargo earlier , he said . -1 2060261 2060226 The Nasdaq composite index rose 13.70 , or 0.8 per cent , to 1700.34 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 13.73 points , or 0.81 percent , to finish at 1,700.34 . -1 2009634 2008964 The proposal likely would result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats to Congress , instead of the state 's current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . The plan would likely result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats from Texas , versus the current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . -1 1268400 1268118 " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travelers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi said today at a news conference in Beijing . " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travellers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi told a news conference in Beijing on Tuesday . -1 1941672 1941685 If requested by outside authorities , however , the FCC will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use . However , the agency said it will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use if requested by outside authorities . -1 2126799 2126941 A call to Rev. Christopher Coyne , the spokesman for the archdiocese , was not immediately returned . The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . -1 1529874 1529776 " This fire is going to have a great potential to get into those areas , " Oltrogge said . " The fire is going to have great potential to get in there tomorrow , " he said . -1 872807 872885 Freddie Mac shares were down more than 16 per cent at $ 50.18 at midday yesterday . Freddie Mac shares were off $ 7.87 , or 13.2 percent , at $ 52 in midday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2834988 2835026 Iran has until the end of the month to satisfy the agency it has no plans for nuclear weapons . The Iranians have until the end of the month to answer all the agency 's questions about their past nuclear activities . -0 738521 737940 At a hearing before U.S. District Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum , she was released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . She was booked out of view of the media , then released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . -1 2587300 2587243 Her father , Florin Cioaba , the king of Transylvania 's Gypsies , had her brought back and she was married against her will . Her father , Roma King Florin Cioaba , had her brought back and she was promptly married against her will . -0 1563710 1563816 It says the intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . -0 554905 554627 Claire had advanced to the third round of the 76th annual Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . One by one they strolled to the microphone , all 251 youngsters in the 76th Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee . -0 134438 134570 The Fed afterglow lingered well into Wednesday and enhanced demand for the second installment of a massive U.S. Treasury refunding -- $ 18 billion in five-year notes . In the second installment of a three-legged , record $ 58 billion refunding , the U.S. Treasury is slated to sell $ 18 billion in five-year notes on Wednesday . -1 1912524 1912648 Citigroup Inc . C.N , the world 's largest financial services company , on Wednesday promoted Marjorie Magner to chairman and chief executive of its global consumer group . Citigroup ( C ) on Wednesday named Marjorie Magner chairman and chief executive of its colossal global consumer business . -0 2121506 2121285 The festival kicked off yesterday one day after the Competition Commission delivered its final verdict to the Government on the proposed £ 4.1 billion merger . The Competition Commission delivered its verdict yesterday on the proposed merger of the two big ITV players , Carlton and Granada . -0 725438 725115 Aileen Boyle , a Simon & Schuster spokeswoman , declined to comment on any potential legal action . Simon & Schuster declined comment on the potential lawsuit and would not confirm the contents of the story . -1 2432219 2432095 " Germany is on the right path , " Mr. Schrder said , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and cuts in taxes . " Germany is on the right path , " he added , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and tax cuts . -1 1868527 1868443 However , the Nasdaq composite index managed to eke out a gain of 4.64 points at 1,735.34 . The Nasdaq composite held on to the slimmest of gains , up 4.64 at 1,735.34 . -1 2336269 2336225 Mr. Carter , who won the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met here today with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . Carter , who received the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met in Tokyo yesterday with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . -0 392647 392752 " I feel confident saying that HP is no longer an integration story , " Fiorina said . " We still have a lot to do , but I feel confident that HP is no longer an integration story . " -0 801583 801530 Making jokes about a mistake like that , that 's not something good people do . " They feel so happy making jokes about a mistake like that , " Sosa said . -0 1349823 1349737 House Democrats renewed their push Wednesday for a deeper investigation into the handling of intelligence on Iraq 's weapons program . Harman sought to strike a balance as some Democrats pushed for deeper investigations into intelligence on Iraq 's weapons programs . -0 1123204 1123232 The woman was hospitalized June 15 , Kansas health officials said . Missouri health officials said he had not been hospitalized and is recovering . -1 2726610 2726295 The two filed a lawsuit in 1998 , alleging IBM 's staff doctors never warned them that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . The two filed a suit in 1998 and allege they were never warned by IBM 's staff doctors that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . -0 2440309 2440332 The lawyer representing Torch Concepts , Rich Marsden did not respond to repeated phone calls . Officials with Torch and JetBlue did not respond to repeated phone calls from the Mercury News seeking comment . -1 949346 949874 As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . -1 2297066 2297129 The government said FirstEnergy Nuclear determined that a contractor had established an unprotected high-speed computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the " Slammer " infection to spread internally . It said FirstEnergy determined that a contractor had established an unprotected computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the so-called ``Slammer ' ' worm to spread internally . -1 1189596 1189689 There are only 2,000 Roman Catholics living in Banja Luka now . There are just a handful of Catholics left in Banja Luka . -1 501978 501929 One witness told Anatolian he saw the plane on fire while it was still in the air . One witness told the Anatolian news agency he saw the plane on fire in mid-air . -1 236192 236483 It takes 100 of the 150 House members to conduct business . The Texas house requires 100 of its 150 members to present in order to conduct business . -1 3255597 3255668 " They 've been in the stores for over six weeks , " says Carney . The quarterlies usually stay in stores for between six to eight weeks , " Carney added . -1 2884490 2884846 OS ANGELES , Oct. 24 Will Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , bring urban vitality to the city 's uninviting downtown area ? OS ANGELES Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , is a French curve in a city of T squares . -1 629316 629289 Let me just say this : the evidence that we have of weapons of mass destruction was evidence drawn up and accepted by the joint intelligence community . " The evidence that we had of weapons of mass destruction was drawn up and accepted by the Joint Intelligence Committee , " he said . -1 2713318 2713331 The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , are talking to other bands to ask them to step in . The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , is talking to other bands to replace the Stones . -0 1279425 1279614 The consensus among Wall Street analysts was for a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . -1 2876833 2876882 We are currently trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . . . . Weber said late Thursday that the company is still trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . -1 221367 221515 " Frank Quattrone is innocent , " Keker said in a statement . Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . -1 1431228 1430954 The stalemate , over less than 1 percent of the budget , is more about politics than policy . The stalemate involved less than 1 percent of the budget and had little to do with policy but everything to do with politics . -1 739967 740730 Abbas told the summit he would end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . At Wednesday 's summit , Abbas pledged to end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . -0 946020 946033 While a critical success , Luhrmann 's opulent production of the Puccini opera will end with losses of about $ US6 million ( $ A9.2 million ) . Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . -1 20676 20601 Mr. Rollins made $ 721,154 in salary and $ 243,389 in bonuses in the prior fiscal year . Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2 million in fiscal 2003 . -1 173863 173814 The single currency rose as far as 135.13 yen , matching a record high hit shortly after the euro 's launch in January 1999 . The single currency rose as far as 135.26 yen , its highest level since the introduction of the single currency in January 1999 . -0 1528413 1528275 Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . -1 54181 53570 Ridge said no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . -0 2641970 2641922 The report that cost Mr Forlong his career at Sky News was screened on 29 March . The television report that cost Forlong his career at Sky News and his wife a husband was aired on March 29 . -0 1091318 1091268 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . -1 2813127 2813236 " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in our direction , " he said of his company , formerly named Caldera Systems . " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in SCO 's direction , " said Darl McBride , SCO 's president and CEO . -1 723557 724115 Thus far , Stewart 's company appears ready to stand behind her . For now , the company 's management appears to be standing behind Stewart . -1 1176207 1176132 That means Democrats can block any Supreme Court nominee through a filibuster if they can get 40 of their members to agree . But Democrats can block any potential nominee through a filibuster if they can get 41 votes . -0 2085357 2085436 When a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez agreed they should notify police , who then arrested him . After a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez , who was at the auto shop , agreed they should notify police . -1 2615832 2615889 Microsoft has proposed a work-around that consumers and enterprises should implement until a new patch is released . In lieu of a direct patch , Microsoft has proposed a workaround that consumers can implement until a new patch is released . -1 3306728 3306690 Take-Two also defended its right to create a " realistic " game for an adult audience . The company also defended its right to " create a video game experience with a certain degree of realism . " -0 1587896 1587859 If the deal is approved , EMC will operate Legato as a software division of EMC headquartered in Mountain View , Calif . EMC intends to operate Legato as a software division of EMC from Legato 's current base in California . -1 2636841 2636644 The suspects are expected to turn themselves in to Pennsylvania authorities within the next few days . The boys are expected to surrender voluntarily to Pennsylvania authorities within the next several days , Zimmer said . -0 2607718 2607708 But late Thursday night , the campaign issued a statement saying there would be no news conference and no big announcement . But late yesterday , the campaign and the state Democratic Party said there would be no news conference . -0 1143142 1143187 The provision requires the secretary of Health and Human Services ( news - web sites ) to certify that the importations can be done safely and will be cost-effective . But the measure also requires the secretary of health and human services to certify that the reimportation can be done safely . -1 2601721 2601662 Ms Pike also said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit , but the Government would ensure they remained viable . But Ms Pike said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit and promised services would not be curtailed . -1 1063663 1063718 MAX Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured today in Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities in the United States said . Max Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured Wednesday in a nightclub at the beach resort of Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities said . -1 753858 753890 There 's also a flaw that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . -0 1133451 1133285 This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until he leaves elected office , scheduled for 2006 . This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until his term ends in 2006 , unless his government falls before then . -0 883265 883025 They found no blood and no bones , he said . No one has found blood , bones or any other trace of the child . -1 587009 586969 Another $ 100-million in savings will come from management layoffs and pay cuts . The airline expects to save another $ 100-million a year through management layoffs and pay cuts . -0 1239028 1239041 Adults , who were shy as toddlers , had stronger brain activity in a part of the brain associated with coyness . When shown pictures of unfamiliar faces , adults who were shy toddlers showed a relatively high level of activity in a part of the brain called the amygdala . -1 783419 783611 Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Sen. John Warner , R-Va . , is also considering a look into the issue . Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman John Warner , R-Va . , said he plans hearings . -0 1495228 1495532 The center 's president , Joseph Torsella , was struck on the head but was able to walk to an ambulance . National Constitution Center President Joseph Torsella was hit in the head and knocked to his knees . -1 971096 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) takes on South Carolina today at 11 a.m. in the first game of the College World Series . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . -0 2686749 2686713 In recent years , he served on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music . Mr. Istomin was on the piano faculty of the Manhattan School of Music and participated in Professional Training Workshops at Carnegie Hall . -0 1859128 1859177 Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon and said he expected to issue his findings next week . After a day of testimony , Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon . -1 758068 758466 Rep. Louise Slaughter , D-N.Y. , declared , " The Congress of the United States has never -- ever -- outlawed a medical procedure . " The Congress of the United States has never — ever — outlawed a medical procedure , " said Rep. Louise McIntosh Slaughter ( D-N.Y. ) . -0 1765897 1765755 Violence persisted , with a U.S. soldier killed early Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad . A U.S. soldier was killed in the early hours Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad , and another American serviceman died Friday . -1 1939644 1939706 Aspen Technology 's shares dropped 74 cents , or 23 percent , to close at $ 2.48 on the Nasdaq . In afternoon trading , Aspen 's shares were off 89 cents or more than 27 percent at $ 2.33 per share . -0 2936209 2936065 In addition , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Mr. Arafat . When the prime minister 's position was established in the spring , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Arafat . -1 308567 308525 He called on Prime Minister John Howard to establish a royal commission on child sex abuse . The Senate motion also called on Prime Minister John Howard to hold a royal commission into child sex abuse . -1 2760848 2760814 Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback was trading nearly flat at C $ 1.3252 < CAD = > after the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback rose 0.15 percent to $ 1.3260 < CAD = > as the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . -1 2229215 2229174 AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices may have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals mitigated the effect . AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices might have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals made up for it . -1 716600 716885 Nick Markakis , a left-hander from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia , went to the Orioles with the seventh pick . Next , Baltimore took Nick Markakis , a left-handed pitcher and outfielder from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia . -1 1141359 1141157 He was the Ace of Diamonds in a pack of cards depicting Iraqi fugitives that has been issued to U.S. troops . He was the ace of diamonds in a U.S. deck of cards showing pictures of most-wanted Iraqi leaders . -1 1153182 1153169 But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids that smack of intervention around 118 yen . But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids around 118 yen that could be from the Bank of Japan . -0 700603 700553 The Swedish central bank was also meeting on Wednesday and widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday . The Swedish central bank , also meeting on Wednesday , is widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday of as much as half a percentage point . -1 1438883 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers weren 't harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the E-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . -1 762361 762315 Ms. Strayhorn said she has hired a constitutional scholar to assist her staff . Strayhorn has brought in a constitutional scholar to advise her on the reallocation . -0 716881 716598 Kansas City drafted outfielder Chris Lubanski , from Kennedy-Kenrick High School in Pennsylvania , with the fifth pick . The Royals chose Chris Lubanski , a high school outfielder from Pennsylvania who hit .528 , with the fifth pick . -0 1571034 1571098 A smaller number , 8 per cent , looked for higher profits through price increases . Another 28 per cent cited stronger demand , while eight per cent intended to boost profits through price increases . -0 1703384 1703477 Hampton Township is just northeast of Bay City and about 100 miles from Bloomfield Township . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . -0 665419 665612 " We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , " Mr. White said , objecting to Mr. Olson 's recommendation . We think that the United States of America should support the free speech of all groups , he said . -0 1158835 1158012 RJR spends an estimated $ 30 million annually on NASCAR . NASCAR will get an estimated $ 75 million a year in cash and promotional concessions . -1 578731 578810 Many conservatives have staunchly opposed condom programs , saying they send the wrong message and encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . Some conservative groups have staunchly opposed such programs , saying they send the wrong message and in effect encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . -1 2763517 2763576 Terri Schiavo , 39 , underwent the procedure at the Tampa Bay area hospice where she has been living for several years , said her father , Bob Schindler . The tube was removed Wednesday from Terri Schiavo , 39 , at the Tampa Bay-area hospice where she has lived for several years . -1 1948503 1948545 Police said they will conduct DNA tests to confirm the man 's identity . DNA tests will be performed to confirm his identity . -1 3344358 3344339 Penn Traffic filed for Chapter 11 reorganization at the end of May . Penn Traffic entered chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization May 30 . -1 3264605 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . -0 2056769 2056762 Actor Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the shows inception in 1994 , extended his contract with the show through the 2004-2005 season . Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the series launched in 1994 , has inked a one-year extension to his deal with producer Warner Bros. TV . -1 1295638 1295554 Investigations by the Air Force inspector general and the Defense Department also are under way . The Air Force inspector general and the Pentagon also are investigating . -1 961822 962243 Earlier Thursday , PeopleSoft formally rejected the unsolicited bid from Oracle . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . -0 159377 159256 More than 60 suspected cases have been reported in the United States , none of them fatal . Sixty-five probable cases of SARS have been identified in the United States , along with 255 suspected cases . -0 1656909 1656890 The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . The woman reported that she felt threatened and obtained a warrant for Stackhouse 's arrest from the local magistrate 's office . -0 1319631 1319681 Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . In addition , Goldman raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share , up from 13 cents previously . -1 1957692 1957818 Medicaid is the federal and state government health insurance program for the poor . Medicaid , which receives federal and state funding , is the government health-insurance program for the poor . -0 2330519 2330395 A New Castle County woman has become the first Delaware patient to contract the West Nile virus this year , the state 's Department of Health reported . A 62-year-old West Babylon man has contracted the West Nile virus , the first human case in Suffolk County this year , according to the county health department . -1 1793529 1793600 The 19 face charges including racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . The suspects were charged with racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . -0 21567 21695 Boeing shares fell 3.5 percent to close at $ 27.62 on the New York Stock Exchange , while Lockheed slipped 1.4 percent to $ 49.50 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -1 1596210 1596235 Searches for survivors from several previous shipwrecks have often had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . In several previous shipwrecks , the search for survivors had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . -1 2980078 2980349 The weapon turned out to be a Halloween toy . It turned out that the " weapon " was part of a Halloween costume . -1 2221839 2221875 UAL attorney James Sprayregen told a court hearing yesterday that it would submit a fresh business plan , but gave no indication of when . UAL bankruptcy attorney James Sprayregen said at a court hearing the company will submit an updated business plan to the Air Transportation Stabilization Board , but gave no timeframe . -1 1951468 1951668 There were estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises , but most of the businesses were non- operative , he said . There are estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises in Iraq , but most of the businesses are currently inoperative , he said . -1 3408026 3408048 Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later Sunday as a U.S. convoy was traveling near Fallujah , killing an American soldier and wounding three others . Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later yesterday as a U.S. convoy was travelling near Falluja , just west of Baghdad , killing an U.S. soldier and wounding three others . -0 2269403 2269062 He and 13 others were arrested Monday after blocking traffic in support of striking university workers . On Friday , 83 strike supporters were arrested for blocking traffic . -0 2332188 2332155 At 11 p.m. , Henri was centered about 70 miles southwest of St. Petersburg and was becoming disorganized as it drifted south at about 3 mph , forecasters said . Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . -1 1787964 1787832 Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . Boeing said yesterday that Southwest exercised options to purchase 15 737s for delivery next year . -0 3107118 3107136 After 18 months , Nissen found that Lipitor stopped plaque buildup in the patients ' arteries . After 18 months , the atorvastatin patients had no change in the plaque in their arteries . -1 1822072 1821940 My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " " My judgement is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " -1 1125898 1125882 Following the ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers of pending action , it issued another statement that Hewitt has added to his suit . Following ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers that action was pending , it issued another statement in April which Hewitt has added to his suit . -0 3037584 3037512 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said . Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . -1 1810461 1810405 Dotson , 21 , admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released yesterday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " -1 2954900 2954875 If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches in the years to come , he wrote . " If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches for years to come . " -1 1630582 1630654 The program , which downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer only briefly to allow visitors to view it , is invisible to the computer 's owner . The program , which only briefly downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer , is invisible to the computer 's owner . -1 780604 780466 Toll , Australia 's second-largest transport company , last week offered NZ75 a share for Tranz Rail . Toll last week offered to buy the company for NZ75c a share , or $ NZ158 million . -0 315786 315654 On March 6 , the board , most of them appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to the hikes ; they were implemented at the beginning of this month . On March 6 , the board , most of whose members were appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to impose the hikes . -0 786531 786685 From that point until costs reached $ 5,300 , the individual would pay 100 percent of the bill . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . -0 2232543 2232292 Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports , and the remainder are Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . -0 3413983 3413920 Mailblocks was founded five years after WebTV was acquired by Microsoft for $ 425 million . WebTV was sold to Microsoft in 1997 for $ 425 million and today is called MSN TV . -1 2776661 2776608 The specific product that is the subject of the petition , 6000 series aluminium alloy rolled plate , is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . At the center of the petition is a 6000 series aluminum alloy rolled plate that is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . -1 593848 593880 " We will keep fighting within the law ... against this terrorist group and those who support it . " We will keep fighting , within the law , against the terrorist band . " -1 260925 260953 Only one third of high-speed trains within France were running , national rail company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer said . One third of high-speed trains within France will run , national railway company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer estimates . -1 2255545 2255526 Instead of remains , the Ragusas will bury a vial of Michael 's blood , which he had donated to a bone marrow center . Instead of Ragusa 's remains , his family will bury a vial of blood he had donated to a bone marrow center . -0 138066 137972 " But I do question the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " -0 126766 126736 But it now has 600 fewer stores - about 1,500 in all - and a $ 2 billion loan to compete against bigger merchants . It now has 600 fewer stores -- about 1,500 in all -- and a $ 2 billion loan . -1 151890 152260 Two of the six people who testified before Congress Wednesday were engaged in a bitter dispute about airing Yankees games . Two of the six people that testified to Congress today were engaged in a bitter dispute over airing Yankees games . -1 1793541 1793607 Tampering with medicine has been so lucrative that many of those arrested lived in million-dollar homes . Tampering with medicine apparently was so lucrative , investigators said , that many of the suspects lived in million-dollar homes . -1 2844586 2844316 The new link between Mohammed and Pearl was first reported in Tuesday 's editions of The Wall Street Journal . The US acknowledgment that it suspects that Mohammed killed Pearl was first reported in yesterday 's editions of the Journal . -1 305630 305407 The decades-long conflict has killed more than 10,000 people in the resource-rich province , most of them civilians . More than 10,000 people , most of them civilians , have been killed in three decades of insurgency . -1 2643172 2643267 In Somalia , only 26 % of adolescent females ( aged 10-19 ) have heard of Aids and just 1 % know how to protect themselves . In Somalia , the report says , only 26 percent of adolescent girls have heard of AIDS and only 1 percent know how to protect themselves . -1 2088333 2088281 " Of course the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing , " Mr. Connolly said . And , of course , the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing - no ticket , no violation . " -0 2164706 2164291 At least two dozen people were killed and scores injured . More than a dozen people were killed in those attacks . -0 1989213 1989116 " This child was literally neglected to death , " Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said . Armstrong County District Attorney Scott Andreassi said the many family photos in the home did not include Kristen . -0 2273670 2273060 The U.S.-backed Governing Council appointed a cabinet of 25 ministers , most of them little-known , saying they represented the will of Iraq . The U.S.-backed Governing Council named the cabinet of 25 ministers on Monday , most of them little-known . -0 548992 549040 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman accused President Bush on Wednesday of presiding over a new economy with old thinking , and for failing to reward innovation in the workplace . Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman criticized President Bush on Wednesday for a sluggish economy that has kept Americans out of work . -1 332116 331983 Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over bomb attacks in Jakarta and the North Sumatran city of Medan . Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over recent bomb attacks . -1 2933340 2933394 He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they ... are conducting their prayers . " He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they are in their time of when they 're conducting their prayers . " -1 2886706 2886559 The search feature works with around 120,000 titles from 190 publishers , which translates into some 33 million pages of searchable text . The feature , which has the approval of book publishers , puts some 33 million pages of searchable text at the disposal of Amazon.com shoppers . -1 2760846 2760812 The dollar rose 0.6 percent to 109.54 yen < JPY = > and climbed more than 1 percent to 1.3315 Swiss francs < CHF = > . The dollar rose around 0.6 percent against the Japanese currency to 109.51 yen < JPY = > and climbed 1 percent against the Swiss franc to 1.3302 francs < CHF = > . -0 2945066 2945067 Late trading : Placing a buy order for a mutual fund after 4 p.m. ET and getting it at that day 's closing net asset value . Forward pricing : Law that states mutual fund shares bought after 4 p.m. ET are priced at the next day 's closing net asset value . -0 50656 50518 " Fighting continued until midnight , " western rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone on Sunday . " They ransacked and burned the two villages completely , " rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone from the bush . -0 1209690 1209749 Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and right fielder Aubrey Huff were ejected for arguing after Huff was called out on strikes to end the ninth . Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and Huff all were ejected in the middle of the ninth . -0 2383572 2383564 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 5.37 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,020.18 . The Standard & Poor 's paper products index .GSPPAPR was one of the leading sectors , up 2 percent . -1 2236726 2236448 Every day more American soldiers die . We 're losing one or two American soldiers every day . -0 1451705 1451721 A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the protests , which the NLC called in defiance of a court order banning them . A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the action and is mobilising for protests . -0 895132 895292 The Seattle band 's groundbreaking grunge anthem is No. 1 on VH1 's list of the " 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . " See the complete list of VH1 's ' 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . -1 3443049 3443098 Drinking more coffee may reduce the risk of developing the most common form of diabetes , a study has found . Drinking caffeinated coffee , you see , may significantly reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes , the most common form of the disease . -0 1901007 1901069 In Britain , temperatures threatened to top the 37.1 C ( 98.8 F ) all-time high . Western and southwestern Germany were expected to see temperatures hit 38 C ( 100.4 F ) . -1 3280168 3280092 A car and a house were hit in the latest shootings , said Chief Deputy Steve Martin of the Franklin County sheriff 's office . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . -1 200221 200024 In a letter sent to The Times and read to the Associated Press after his resignation , Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologized for his " lapse of journalistic integrity . " In a letter sent to The New York Times after his resignation , Mr Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologised for his " lapse of journalistic integrity " . -1 3003546 3003536 " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " said George Scalise , president of the SIA . " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . -1 2698796 2698674 No pill is ever expected to replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . Nobody is saying such a pill could replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . -1 1462409 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its antidiscrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . -0 3176415 3176292 In after-hours trading , H-P shares rose 62 cents to $ 22.83 after adding 56 cents in the regular session . In after-hours trading , Hewlett-Packard shares rose 55 cents , to $ 22.86 , according to Instinet . -0 1950621 1950831 Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing recall several recall cases , one of which a Los Angeles court dismissed on Friday . Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing cases on the recall , but the prospects are uncertain . -0 1167666 1167631 To reach John A. Dvorak , who covers Kansas , call ( 816 ) 234-7743 or send e-mail to jdvorak @ kctar.com. To reach Brad Cooper , Johnson County municipal reporter , call ( 816 ) 234-7724 or send e-mail to bcooper @ kcstar.com. -1 956231 956502 He will be paid $ 395,000 per year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . -1 1928842 1928345 He admits he occasionally lived the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . Schwarzenegger has admitted to occasionally living the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . -1 375016 374966 The case puts the Supreme Court back into the debate over the separation of church and state . The case marks the court 's second major separation of church and state case in two years . -1 2467955 2467995 In 2001 , the number of death row inmates nationally fell for the first time in a generation . In 2001 , the number of people on death row dropped for the first time in a decade . -1 260952 260924 Metro , bus and local rail services in France 's four largest towns -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , Europe 1 radio reported . Subway , bus and suburban rail services in France 's four largest cities -- Paris , Lyon , Lille and Marseille -- were severely disrupted , transport authorities said . -1 859790 859269 The contract also includes a $ 200,000 buyout . Perkins also had a $ 200,000 buyout clause in his contract . -1 3102538 3102255 Prosecutors contended that Mr. Durst had plotted the murder to assume Mr. Black 's identity . Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . -1 1612534 1612553 " The lives of American warfighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " said Defense Department Inspector General Joseph Schmitz . " The lives of American war-fighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " Joseph Schmitz , Defence Department inspector general , said . -1 1224743 1225510 In the undergraduate case , Rehnquist said the use of race was not " narrowly tailored " to achieve the university 's asserted interest in diversity . Rehnquist wrote that the system was not narrowly tailored to achieve the interest in educational diversity . -1 2625928 2625910 Thirty-eight percent of patients surveyed in five urban clinics believed the myth that cancer spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a poll to be published Tuesday . Thirty-eight percent of cancer patients in five urban clinics believed the myth that the disease spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a survey . -1 616425 616448 For the first quarter , HP pulled in $ 2.94 billion and captured 27.9 percent of the market . H-P came in second with nearly $ 3.32 billion in sales and 26 percent of the market 's revenue . -1 679659 679574 Still , Mauresmo has the confidence of having beaten Serena for the first time and also is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss Sunday to Vera Zvonareva . She has the confidence of having beaten her for the first time and she is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss of two days ago . -1 306643 306346 The latest attack came just two days after three suicide bombers drove a truck loaded with explosives into a government office complex in northern Chechnya , killing 59 people . The attacks came two days after suicide bombers detonated a truck bomb in a Government compound in northern Chechnya , killing 59 . -0 1402055 1402122 " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination , " writes Steinberg , of Johns Hopkins University . " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination and when my car is due for maintenance , " he said . -0 147744 147573 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 18.42 , or 0.2 percent , at 8,569.94 . Since sinking to 2003 lows in early March , the Dow Jones industrial average has rallied 13.8 % . -1 1717414 1717547 The legislation opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to the Solomons and to carry out law enforcement functions . " Once the legislation enters into force , it opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to Solomon Islands and to carry out law-enforcement functions . -0 1268574 1268483 Falls in euro / yen also pushed down the dollar against the yen , with the pair at 118.32 yen compared with Friday 's late New York level of 118.51 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . -0 3173810 3173777 Wells Fargo and Quicken Loans couldn 't be reached for comment Wednesday afternoon . Wells Fargo was not available for comment , and a Quicken Loans spokeswoman declined immediate comment . -1 2704862 2704026 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment at the CIA . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . -1 2504394 2504360 Mr Neil said that according to the source , the report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . According to the BBC , the group 's interim report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . -0 1851731 1851926 Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , said : " We have one headline . Pearson , led by Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , publishes its interim results this week . -1 1840006 1840048 Randall Simon singled to right for the second run . Randall Simon followed with an RBI single to right . -0 2274889 2274833 She was physically ill several times on the day he died , she said . " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . -1 1111135 1111162 No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and it appeared the measure faced a tougher road there . No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and few were predicting what fate the bill would meet there . -1 238654 238556 This is a case about a woman who for 20 years dedicated her life to this country , " said Janet Levine . " This case is about a woman who for over 20 years dedicated herself to this country , " Levine said . -0 3329379 3329416 SP2 is basically about security enhancements to Windows , such as the improved Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . The firewall in the current Windows XP was known as the Internet Connection Firewall ( ICF ) . -1 1547600 1547406 " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts , R-Kan . , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " Sunday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla ... effort . " " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " yesterday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla . . . effort . " -1 2242224 2242625 The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note rose as high as 4.66 percent Aug. 14 from 3.07 percent in June . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . -0 1770489 1770322 The farmers market reopened Saturday ; at least 11 people remained hospitalized , three in critical condition . At least 11 people remained hospitalized Saturday , three of them in critical condition . -1 2362761 2362698 A landslide in central Chungchong province derailed a Seoul-bound train and 28 passengers were injured , television said . In central Chungchong province , a landslide caused a Seoul-bound Saemaeul Express train to derail , injuring 28 people , local television said . -1 2120441 2120430 A Trillian representative did not return an e-mail requesting comment . The representative did not return calls seeking additional comment . -1 875530 875567 State health officials have reported 18 suspected cases in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . As of yesterday afternoon , 22 suspected cases had been reported in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . -1 2706577 2706249 No charges have been filed in the deaths of the other victims ; Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . -1 1629896 1629393 The head of the panel -- Tillie Fowler , a former US representative from Florida -- told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . The head of the panel , former Rep. Tillie Fowler of Florida , told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . -0 1465073 1464854 They will help draft a plan to attack obesity that Kraft will implement over three to four years . The team will help draft a plan by the end of the year to attack obesity . -0 923806 923784 Cable high-speed lines increased 32.2 percent to 243,143 . For the full year , high-speed ADSL increased by 64 percent . -1 2348149 2348163 " It 's unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt , " said Taylor Gross , a White House spokesman . " It is unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt . -1 882005 881903 The girl turned up two days later at a convenience store several cities away , shaken but safe , and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . The arrest came hours after the girl turned up at a convenience store several cities away and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . -1 1082745 1082697 Ride , astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein will enter the hall of fame together . Ride will be enshrined along with astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein . -1 195728 196099 But that amount would probably be impossible to pass in the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . Such an amount would probably be unable to summon a majority of the Senate , where Republican moderates have refused to go above $ 350 billion . -1 1850477 1850442 They varied greatly , ranging from one per cent or two per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality US brand called American Spirit . The results ranged from 1 per cent or 2 per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality brand called American Spirit . -1 960482 960585 The board is investigating whether a shortage of funds in the shuttle program compromised safety . The board is investigating whether this compromised safety on the shuttle . -1 607085 607213 The island nation reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making Taiwan 's epidemic the fastest-growing in the world . Taiwan reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one-day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making its epidemic the world 's fastest-growing . -0 1787955 1787922 A year earlier , it posted a profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . -1 2726643 2726697 British-born astronaut Michael Foale is about to fly into space to take up his post as commander of the International Space Station . British-born astronaut Michael Foale is on his way to take command of the international space station . -1 2587767 2587673 In the clash with police , Lt. Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators had gone to the station demanding jobs . In Baghdad , police Lieut . Mothana Ali said about 1,000 demonstrators arrived at the station demanding jobs . -1 2750580 2750611 Clark said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be part of the Department of Homeland Security . Clark , one of nine Democrats seeking the nomination , said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be within the Department of Homeland Security . -1 1916325 1916124 Ximian brings Novell unparalleled expertise , strengthening our ability to work with [ our ] customers and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " " Ximian brings Novell unparalleled Linux expertise . . . [ and strengthens ] our ability to work with and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " -1 1260012 1260081 Video replays suggested the ball had hit the ground before making contact with Sangakkara 's foot . Television replays , though , showed the ball had touched the ground before Sangakkara 's boot ( 262 for 4 ) . -1 1002861 1002848 The GPO previously closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Cleveland , and Columbus . Since 2001 , the agency has closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Ala . , Cleveland , Columbus , Ohio , and Washington . -1 342319 342066 Peterson is charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and unborn son . Peterson , 30 , is awaiting trial on two counts of murder for the deaths of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son . -0 3181208 3181242 A second victim , Michael Walker , 23 , was struck in the torso , the bullet perforating his lung . The other victim , Michael Walker , of 550 Barbey Street , was struck in the neck . -0 1438101 1437632 In late morning trading , the Dow was up 13.88 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,002.93 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . -0 3448500 3448457 Ryland Group ( nyse : RYL - news - people ) , a homebuilder and mortgage-finance company , sank $ 9.65 , or 11.6 percent , to $ 73.40 . Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) jumped $ 2.88 , or 15.7 percent , to $ 21.28 . -0 1490044 1489975 Corixa shares rose 54 cents to $ 7.74 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Corixa rose 54 cents , or about 8 percent , to close at $ 7.74 . -1 869770 870219 PeopleSoft 's board now has 10 business days to evaluate the Oracle offer and make a recommendation to its shareholders . Nevertheless , PeopleSoft must review Oracle 's tender offer and make a recommendation to shareholders . -1 3261114 3261175 They named the man charged as Noureddinne Mouleff , a 36-year-old of North African origin who was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne last week . Last week , Nur al-Din Muliff , a 36-year-old of North African origin , was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne . -0 1721812 1721993 Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . Alcohol-related fatalities accounted for 41 percent of the total number of deaths . -0 1219621 1219396 His next play , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " a satire on Hollywood , lasted more than a year on Broadway . His next play , Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? , lasted more than a year on Broadway and was also filmed by Fox . -1 2532890 2532868 " I am unaware of any genuine entries concerning British servicemen in the police records , " said a spokesman for the British High Commission in Nairobi yesterday . " I am therefore unaware of any genuine entries concerning rapes by British servicemen in police records , " the spokesman said . -1 941629 941684 Amrozi said Jews and the US and its allies had evil plans to colonise countries like Indonesia . Jews , Americans and their allies had " evil " plans to colonise nations like Indonesia , Amrozi said . -1 3244942 3245075 It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration doesn 't have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . -1 774666 774871 An unclear number of people were killed and more injured . Four people were killed and 50 injured in the attacks . -1 2694616 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . -1 763570 763491 " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . -1 61159 61387 CS 's other main division , Financial Services , made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent below the prior quarter . CS Financial Services made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent less than in the fourth quarter of last year . -1 1396810 1396798 The answer , the group said , would be to " create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . " The DHWG says it will instead create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . -1 958161 957782 Committee approval , expected today , would set the stage for debate on the Senate floor beginning Monday . That would clear the way for debate in the full Senate beginning on Monday . -1 1782250 1782593 Recall proponents claim to have turned in more than 1.6 million signatures . Recall sponsors say they have submitted 1.6 million signatures . -1 3355473 3355625 Kelly said Mr Rumsfeld last month made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honour should go to all men and women who wear the US uniform . Kelly said Rumsfeld , in a November interview , made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honor go to all men and women who wear the U.S. uniform . -1 1418561 1418105 Carlton Dotson , a teammate who lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he talked to police Friday but was instructed not to talk about the case . Carlton Dotson , who was on the team last season and lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he was told not to talk about the case . -0 368021 368077 PowderJect is roughly 20 percent owned by CEO Drayson , a high-profile UK businessman , and his family . PowderJect , roughly 20 percent owned by Chief Executive Paul Drayson and his family , reported surging annual profit early this month . -0 1802596 1802526 Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said the push for higher standards and accountability " is showing results . " Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said he was pleased by the results . -0 123103 123128 The husband 's family says he has since passed two lie detector tests . The Web site said Dr. Aronov had passed two lie detector tests , one administered by the police . -1 3442417 3442438 However , disability declined by more than 10 percent for those 60 to 69 , the study said . Meanwhile , for people aged 60 to 69 , disability declined by more than 10 percent . -1 1079150 1079096 " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of service men and women during his 25 years of service , " Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist said yesterday . " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of servicemen and women during his 25 years of service , " Frist said . -1 775854 775892 On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge soon , the officials said . On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge in the coming days , the officials said on condition of anonymity . -0 2662158 2662046 The Standard Edition is $ 15,000 per processor or $ 300 per named user . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . -0 2082785 2082239 Ottawa police reported 23 cases of looting , along with two deaths possibly attributed to the outage - a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . In Canada 's capital of Ottawa , police reported two deaths possibly linked to the power outage — a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . -0 2464926 2464870 The teen was in critical condition with life-threatening wounds , police said in a news release . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . -1 20923 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for missing the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . -1 3301459 3301557 Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne was in intensive care today as he continued his “ steady ” recovery from a quad bike accident . Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne could be kept in intensive care for “ several days ” following his quad bike accident , his doctor said tonight . -1 1692026 1692079 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . Analysts currently expect earnings of 13 cents a share and revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average , according to a survey by Reuters Research . -0 1545837 1545878 He plans to visit an AIDS clinic in Uganda and meet with infected mothers in Nigeria . From there he plans to visit South Africa and make stops in Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria . -1 1033204 1033365 O 'Brien was charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident , a felony . Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , 67 , was booked on a charge of leaving the scene of a fatal accident . -1 3254208 3254262 Colorado Attorney-General Ken Salazar later said his office has also filed suit against Invesco , charging it with violations of the state 's consumer protection act . Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar also filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Invesco , accusing it of violating the state 's Consumer Protection Act . -1 2857994 2857985 Preventing stronger gains , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell 1.3 percent to A $ 12.43 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 1.9 percent to A $ 4.75 after a weak performance overnight . Holding the market back , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell two percent to A $ 12.34 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 2.3 percent to A $ 4.73 after a weak performance overnight . -0 1077146 1076866 Police said her two small children were alone in the apartment for up to two days . Police said her two small children were alone there for up to two days as she lay dead . -1 3065081 3065062 All five were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . -1 3003054 3002969 Long lines formed outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines Sunday as Israelis prepared to weather a strike that threatened to paralyze the country . Long lines formed Sunday outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines as Israelis braced for the strike 's effects . -1 2570310 2570364 But he confessed : " There 's total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds . " But he said there was a " total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds " . -0 2309422 2309399 Marc Garber , Whitley 's attorney , had a different view . Whitley 's attorney , Marc Garber , called the ruling " a huge victory . " -1 1808839 1808866 Siebel , whose fortunes soared with the tech boom , has cut nearly one-third of its workforce since the end of 2001 . With the purge , Siebel will have cut 2,400 employees - or nearly one-third of its workforce - since the end of 2001 . -0 1458116 1457912 Her lawyer , William Zabel , could not be reached . Ms. Kennedy Cuomo 's lawyer , William D. Zabel , said she would not comment . -0 315770 315638 The Metropolitan Transportation Authority was given two weeks to restore the $ 1.50 fare and the old commuter railroad rates , York declared . The Metropolitan Transportation Authority , which plans to appeal , was given until May 28 to restore the old subway and bus fare and the old commuter railroad rates . -1 3059963 3059991 Microsoft this week released a critical update to fix a bug with its newly released Office 2003 suite . Microsoft has released a critical update for its newly released office suite , Office 2003 . -1 2854524 2854472 About 1,557 genes on chromosome 6 are thought to be functional . The remaining 1,557 genes are believed to be all functional . -1 2724579 2724652 About 22 % of twentysomethings are obese , which is roughly 30 pounds over a healthy weight . About 31 percent of Americans are now obese — roughly 30 or more pounds over a healthy weight . -1 1780523 1780684 " There is always a danger of casualties in something like this . Howard said there was always a risk of casualties . -1 862810 862724 " She was crying and scared , ' said Isa Yasin , the owner of the store . " She was crying and she was really scared , " said Yasin . -1 1048574 1048764 The same flood that blocked the airport road also swamped a Federal Express depot . The water blocking the airport road swamped several buildings , including a Federal Express depot . -1 201919 201848 He wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man , " he said . " He 's wild , he wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man . " -0 968647 968699 Sovereign , based in Philadelphia , expects to close the acquisition in the first quarter of 2004 . Sovereign said it expects the merger to close in the first quarter of 2004 , subject to regulatory and First Essex shareholder approval . -0 174280 174670 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . -0 1958081 1958144 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC ended off 8.15 points , or 0.49 percent , at 1,644.03 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . -0 2798493 2798323 The high profile two-week campaign – which started on September 28 – was designed to show a strong police presence around London . The high profile , two-week campaign was designed to show a strong police presence around London and resulted in 42 arrests , which a spokesman said was " pretty impressive " . -0 2996241 2996734 Tom Hamilton said his daughter was conscious and alert and in stable condition after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . -1 3271456 3271286 All of those governments have said their support will not waver , though public sentiment is rising against it . The governments of those countries have said that despite rising public opposition , their support will not waver . -0 2182379 2182281 U.N. inspectors found traces of highly enriched , weapons-grade uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility , a report by the U.N. nuclear agency says . United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . -0 199488 199513 Since being drafted into service in 1971 , it has racked up a record 45 accidents , with 393 deaths . It has a chequered safety record , including 47 accidents that resulted in 668 deaths . -0 1399401 1399370 Other , more traditional tests are also available . Traditional tests also are available at no cost today . -1 1807913 1807986 All along , we were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time , " she said . She insisted that throughout the mission , managers " were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time . " -0 2015389 2015410 The Calgary woman , who is in her twenties , donated blood on Aug. 7 . The woman -- who has no symptoms of illness -- donated blood Aug. 7 . -1 221515 221509 Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . In a statement Monday , his lawyer John Keker said ``Frank Quattrone is innocent . -1 1851555 1851377 He said Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips without much competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . -1 345305 344783 It passed only after Republicans won the support of two wavering senators , Democrat Ben Nelson of Nebraska and Republican George Voinovich of Ohio . It passed only after Republicans won the support of Voinovich and another wavering senator , Nelson of Nebraska . -1 422013 421929 The jump in tobacco shares was led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.28 . Shares of the cigarette makers jumped on the news , led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.30 . -1 2930014 2930092 Veritas will offer its File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server software products on SUSE Enterprise Server in the first quarter next year . Already in beta , Veritas ' File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server products for SuSE Enterprise Linux Server should drop into the hands of customers in early 2004 . -0 1273439 1273223 Washington , however , said more was needed to prevent complaints being filed in the first place . But the US insisted it wanted more done to prevent complaints being filed in the first place , preferably by repealing the entire law . -0 1787954 1788039 Southwest 's net income amounted to $ 246 million , or 30 cents per share . With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . -0 953776 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . -0 1342025 1341941 If Lee is indicted , prosecutors will seek the death penalty . Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . -1 3059966 3059994 Microsoft has released separate patches for client and administrative versions of Office 2003 . Separate downloadable patches are available for the client and administrative versions of Office . -1 1054641 1054466 The Nasdaq Composite increased by 40.09 points , or 2.5 per cent , to 1666.58 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.64 points , or 0.34 percent , at 1,672.22 . -0 2631971 2632114 The nine largest airlines had $ 75.4 billion in revenue last year . Since Sept . 11 , 2001 , the six largest airlines have lost a combined $ 18 billion . -1 210652 210694 Three Southern politicians who risked their political careers by fighting against bigotry and intolerance were honored Monday with John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Awards for 2003 . Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . -0 1636439 1636701 The effort is the Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services . July 10 - The Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services enlists church-based youth groups in anti-drug programs . -1 722302 721936 It also said it expects a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -0 1977631 1977694 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up a mere 0.04 of a point at 1,653 . -1 912583 912423 A top aide to state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was charged Wednesday with raping an unidentified , 22-year-old female state Assembly employee . A top aide to Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was arrested yesterday for allegedly raping a 22-year-old legislative staffer after a night on the town . -1 3452805 3453061 Officials say Peeler and Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . According to the GBI , Ms. Peeler and Mr. Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . -0 611560 611447 He made the same decree in June 2002 , but that measure was limited to the southern city of Arequipa amid fatal protests against the privatization of two power firms . That measure was limited to the city of Arequipa amid protests , that killed three people , against the sale of two power firms . -0 2686714 2686744 In 1975 he married Marta Casals , the widow of Pablo Casals . Istomin later married Casals ' widow , Marta , after Casals ' death in 1973 . -1 1583419 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . -0 2452548 2452405 The Washington Times first reported yesterday that Army Capt. James . The arrest was reported in The Washington Times today . -1 2430069 2429899 The cards are issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and show the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the card holder . The card is issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and shows the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the cardholder . -1 139941 139792 The final chapter in the trilogy , The Matrix Revolutions , is out in November . The third and final film , " The Matrix Revolutions , " will be released in November . -1 1530052 1529676 The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the 2-week-old fire that already had blackened 70,000 acres . The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the resurgent Aspen fire . -1 144946 144925 Their election increases the board from seven people to nine . Their appointments increase Berkshire 's board to nine from seven members . -0 1259546 1259298 But a U.S. appeals court in San Francisco disagreed and upheld the law . The high court reversed a decision by a U.S. appeals court that upheld the law . -0 1427843 1427658 The Boston Archdiocese has faced waves of scandal that have not only angered victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests . The waves of scandal angered not only victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests , to the point that Law could no longer run the archdiocese . -0 2662092 2662046 " This is not a scaled-down version of the Oracle Enterprise Edition or Standard Edition [ database ] . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . -1 202295 202144 Significantly , it made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemah Islamiyah , accused of being behind the attacks . The address made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemaah Islamiyah , which was behind the attacks . -0 1894838 1894788 One , from a former CIBC executive , described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " The report quotes extensively from internal e-mails , including one from a former CIBC executive who described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " -1 774300 774517 The MDC said a supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital on Wednesday after being tortured and assaulted by soldiers putting down the protests . The MDC said that an opposition supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital after being tortured and assaulted by the soldiers putting down the anti-Mugabe protests . -0 129778 130265 The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . -1 1428346 1428187 That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , said State Department spokesman Richard Boucher , who did not identify them . That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , Boucher said without identifying them . -1 2174134 2174119 " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of the aircraft financing capability in this country , " Mr. Tellier said . " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of aircraft financing in this country , " said Paul Tellier , Bombardier chief executive . -1 359225 359173 Two astronomers surveying the region around Jupiter have detected 20 new moons , bringing the giant planet 's total to 60 . Astronomers have clocked eight more moons orbiting Jupiter , bringing its known total to 60 . -0 3366214 3366092 A seventh victim , a woman , died Tuesday night in the burn unit at childrens Hospital Medical Center of Akron . A seventh person , a 21-year-old woman , was in critical condition in the burn unit at Akron Children 's Hospital . -1 1808482 1808598 And two key shuttle program leaders were out of town during the flight . The newspaper also reported that two key leaders were out of town during part of Columbia 's flight . -1 192881 192950 A council resolution is considered essential in giving Iraqi or U.S.-controlled entities in Baghdad the legal authority to export oil . Without an adopted resolution , no Iraqi , U.S. or U.N. entity in Baghdad has the legal authority to export oil . -0 1802788 1803098 Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under certain conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . -1 786550 786525 " The benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up . " " The ( drug ) benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up , " Grassley said . -0 2283737 2283794 In the weeks leading up to the execution , several Florida officials received anonymous threatening letters . Several Florida officials connected to the case have received threatening letters , accompanied by rifle bullets . -1 2826681 2826474 The disagreement over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . -1 1619310 1619273 She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until after her death . -1 348914 348494 About 700 MONUC troops are based in Bunia , but the force has neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . The United Nations has about 700 troops on the ground , but they have neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . -1 44610 44377 Garner said Iraq 's reconstruction was not as difficult as he had expected -- mainly because the war caused less infrastructure damage and fewer refugees than anticipated . Garner said reconstruction will not be as difficult as he anticipated because the war caused less damage and created fewer refugees . -0 260052 259880 The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . Bush , however , also lashed out at the terrorist bombings in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people -- including a number of Americans . -1 2916161 2916192 It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground , " NASA spokesman Robert Navias said . It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground . " -1 2138001 2137921 The institute estimates that last year 15.7 per cent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs . The FMI estimates that last year 15.7 percent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs , including wages and benefits . -1 260958 260935 French retirees will increase from one fifth to a third of the population by 2040 . By 2040 , retirees will account for a third of the population , up from a fifth today . -0 2331890 2331242 He had served nine years in prison for the crime -- two on death row -- when he was released . He had served nine years in prison , including two on death row , when he was released by a judge and pardoned by the governor . -0 712430 712184 " This is not unanticipated , " Chief Deputy District Attorney John Goold said Monday . They often complain about misconduct , " John Goold , chief deputy district attorney for Stanislaus County said . -1 1849916 1849885 Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with the church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , in which 19 people died . Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with a series of church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , when 19 people were killed . -1 2131330 2131369 The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed by the crisis over the North 's nuclear ambitions . The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed further by a diplomatic spat over North Korea 's nuclear ambitions . -1 3194797 3194846 The only commercial carrier flying to Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , also suspended its flights for three days . The only passenger airline serving Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , said it was suspending service for three days . -1 2881745 2881969 " I make no apologies for the fact that the negotiations have been undertaken largely in secret , " Mr Truss said . Mr Truss said he made " no apologies " the negotiations had been undertaken in secret . -0 2564665 2564687 A senior law enforcement official , discussing the case on grounds of anonymity , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . The official , describing the apprehension at Boston 's Logan International Airport , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . -1 2249237 2249305 Parson was charged with intentionally causing and attempting to cause damage to protected computers . Parson is charged with one count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . -0 556143 556050 " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of Sept . 11 and the destruction of 1 World Trade Center , " the suit says . " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of 11 September , " the suit says . -0 363199 362925 Investors were askingwhether other banks , some of which are still being audited , could be dealt with in the same way . Other Japanese banks , some of which are still being audited , could face similar scrutiny . -1 54403 54456 Bennett told Newsweek that " over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even . " " Over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even , " he said . -1 920002 919819 " It is symptomatic of the communication difficulties that often trouble the ECB , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . " It is reminiscent of the communication troubles that have dogged the ECB in the past , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . -1 2410404 2410369 " We 're going to defend these charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . " Rob Furst intends to defend the charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . -1 389239 389299 " The court and the public need to know much more of the details of the defendant 's seemingly massive fraud , " the judge said . " The court and the public need to know more of the defendants ' seemingly massive fraud , " he said . -1 1580672 1580644 But the Foreign Affairs Committee yesterday cleared Blair 's cabinet of that accusation . In its report , the foreign affairs committee absolved Mr. Blair of charges of doctoring intelligence . -1 861118 861396 Those searches have not found stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons or significant evidence of a nuclear weapons program . Alleged stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons have not turned up , nor has significant evidence of a nuclear-weapons program . -1 3187846 3187778 Its keywords are supported by Chinese language Web portals . Chinese language Web portals also support 3721 keywords , the Web site said . -0 698946 698932 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 0.13 points , or just 0.01 percent , to 966.87 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC crept up 5.05 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,595.80 . -1 1970948 1970905 This is the first time in the United States that five whales have been released simultaneously from a single stranding incident . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . -1 2226181 2226166 There are a total of 659 women enrolled at the academy , the report said . There were 659 women enrolled at the academy at the time of the survey . -1 1694716 1694679 Token-issuing framework provides capabilities that build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage trust relationships and secure conversations . Within WSE 2.0 , WS-Trust , WS-SecureConversation build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage relationships and secure conversations . -1 2652187 2652218 The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The high court will hear arguments today on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . -0 1454077 1453878 He has established a group to revise the constitution , possibly to protect private property . He also left out any reference to amending the constitution to guarantee private property rights . -1 1952536 1952630 " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Karas said . It was to fly a plane in the White House . " -1 2945693 2945847 The IRS said taxpayers can avoid undelivered checks by having refunds deposited directly into their checking or savings accounts . The IRS said taxpayers can avoid problems with lost or stolen refunds by having refunds deposited directly into personal checking or savings accounts . -1 2065523 2065836 " More than 70,000 men and women from bases in Southern California were deployed in Iraq . In all , more than 70,000 troops based in Southern California were deployed to Iraq . -1 2222998 2223097 BP shares slipped 0.8 percent to 433.50 pence ( $ 6.85 ) each in afternoon trading on the London Stock Exchange . BP shares slipped 48 cents to $ 41.72 Friday in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2566907 2567384 They worry the treatment could leave their son sterile , blind or even dead . They fear the treatment would stunt the boy 's growth and leave him sterile . -1 2561999 2561941 Because of the accounting charge , the company now says it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents a share , in the quarter ended June 30 . Including the charge , the Santa Clara , Calif.-based company said Monday it lost $ 1.04 billion , or 32 cents per share , in the period ending June 30 . -0 2268482 2268400 The parade , which moves west along Eastern Parkway in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn , went through the district Davis represented . The parade , which moved west along Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights past hundreds of thousands of spectators , went through the district that Davis represented . -1 1258196 1258284 The company said it now expects second-quarter earnings of 68 cents and 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . Avery Dennison said it now expects a second-quarter profit of 68 cents to 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . -0 137972 137865 Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " " But I do question the motives of a desk-bound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " -1 698949 698934 Some Wall Street experts believe stocks have rallied too far , too quickly , given the muddled economic reports of recent weeks . Some Wall Street analysts believe stocks have rallied too far , too fast , given the muddled picture of the economy provided by recent data . -1 547163 547154 The NASD also alleges Young flew multiple times on Tyco corporate jets , often accompanied by Kozlowski . The NASD alleges that the analyst flew multiples times on Tyco 's corporate jets for business trips , sometimes accompanied by Kozlowski . -1 3192829 3192751 It has a plus or minus 4.9 percent margin of error . It had a margin of error of plus or minus five percentage points . -1 667291 667038 We believe the report is fully consistent with what the courts have ruled ... that the department 's actions are fully within the law . Comstock said several federal courts have ruled that the detentions are fully within the law . -1 144758 144855 " I conclude that plaintiffs have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to Bin Laden and Al Qaeda , " Baer said . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " -0 3044423 3044567 Reagan is played by James Brolin , who is married to singer Barbra Streisand , a leading Democratic activist . His supporters were also infuriated that Mr Reagan was played by James Brolin , the husband of Barbra Streisand , a leading Hollywood Democratic activist . -1 3129532 3129541 A US programmer has developed a software tool that allows users to download shared music files using Apples Windows iTunes software , which was released last month . Independent US programmer Bill Zeller has developed software that lets users download shared music files using iTunes for Windows . -1 174670 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . -1 1389351 1389586 A U.S. Court of Appeals Thursday ruled that Microsoft ( Quote , Company Info ) does not have to carry the Java programming language in its Windows operating system . A federal appeals court on Thursday overturned a judge 's order that would have forced Microsoft to include competitor Sun Microsystems ' Java software in its Windows operating system . -1 2694682 2694609 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . -0 490022 490005 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 10 points , or 1.10 percent , to 943 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC jumped 43.64 points , or 2.89 percent , to 1,553.73 . -1 353154 353234 The Foreign Office said there was a " clear " risk of terrorist attack in Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . The warnings were issued on Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . -0 1343191 1343491 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 98.32 , or about 1.1 percent , to 9011.53 . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . -0 2324704 2325023 Friday 's report raised new worries that a weak job market could shackle the budding economic recovery despite a slight improvement in the overall unemployment rate . U.S. companies slashed payrolls for a seventh straight month in August , raising new worries that a weak jobs market could shackle the budding economic recovery . -1 1178784 1178969 The truck carried the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT , emergency ministry official Ruslan Khadzhiyev said . Another Chechen emergency ministry official , Ruslan Khadzhiyev , said the truck was carrying the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT . -1 741026 740969 An international warrant for his arrest was issued both to the Ghanaian authorities and to Interpol . A warrant for Taylor 's arrest has been served on the Ghanaian authorities and sent to Interpol . -1 1149374 1149314 PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors on Friday unanimously rejected Oracle Corp. ' s revised bid of $ 19.50 per share . PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors voted unanimously on Friday to recommend that stockholders reject Oracle 's upgraded bid for a hostile takeover . -0 2637229 2637350 Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas told a news conference Monday that authorities were ``continuing to make significant progress ' ' in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . -1 2852677 2852820 Berry also married and divorced his second wife twice , most recently in 1991 . Berry repeated that performance with his second wife , whom he married and divorced twice ( most recently in 1991 ) . -1 1319710 1319631 Goldman also raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents from 12 cents , citing the new tax law . Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . -1 3151109 3151135 Tomorrow 's testimony is to give an inside look at tax shelter development and marketing . Tuesday ’ s testimony is to give an inside look at tax-shelter development and marketing . -0 1852456 1852138 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was off 4.86 points , or 0.49 percent , at 993.82 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 1.8 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,732.50 . -1 2858095 2858170 Goodyear 's third-quarter earnings report , which had been scheduled to be released on Thursday , was postponed until November . It canceled its third-quarter earnings announcement , which had been scheduled for this morning . -0 424711 424638 The bonds traded to below 60 percent of face value earlier this year . They traded down early this year to 60 percent of face value on fears Aquila may default . -1 2625003 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " -1 1638113 1638056 Under Mexican law , bounty hunting is considered a form of kidnapping . Bounty hunting is illegal in Mexico , and the bounty hunter was charged with kidnapping . -1 1754653 1754711 The unusual decision to declassify an intelligence report came in an attempt to quiet a growing controversy over Mr Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . The unusual decision to declassify a major intelligence report was a bid by the White House to quiet a growing controversy over Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . -1 1784506 1784464 But the FBI never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi - even though it had received information that he was a Saudi agent , the document says . But the bureau never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi — despite receiving prior information he was a secret Saudi agent , the report says . -0 2995843 2996163 Several doctors and courts have found Schiavo to be in a persistent vegetative state , but Byrd disagreed . Many doctors say she is in a persistent vegetative state and cannot recover . -1 2336453 2336545 Federal Emergency Management Administration designated $ 20 million to establish the registry . The registry was launched with $ 20 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency . -0 616341 616249 That compares to a net loss of $ 6.6 million , or 47 cents per share , on revenue of $ 15.5 million in 2002 's second fiscal quarter . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . -0 1853205 1854204 He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . -1 1499177 1499012 About two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice and others decided to protect and polish what remained . Then , about two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice , the Aviation Trail group and others made a decision to protect and polish what remained . -1 1015152 1015262 He said sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest , but discretionary items are still weak . Potter added that sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest but sales of discretionary items such as decorative accessories are still weak . -0 869697 869241 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 11.83 points , or 1.20 percent , to 975.93 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . -1 160228 159941 France , Russia , China and others had advocated a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . -0 2205356 2205241 Second comes HP ( 27 percent with $ 2.9 billion , up just 0.4 percent ) . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . -1 720572 720486 BREAST cancer cases in the UK have hit an all-time high with more than 40,000 women diagnosed with the disease each year , Cancer Re-search UK revealed yesterday . Cases of breast cancer in Britain have reached a record high , with the number of women diagnosed with the disease passing the 40,000 mark for the first time . -0 3417991 3417841 The discoveries came a day after a package bomb burst into flames in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi , who was not injured . The discoveries came after a package bomb went off in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi on Sunday . -1 1605818 1605806 " It was never our intention to sell the product , " said Health Minister Anne McClellan , a skeptic of medical marijuana use . " It was never the intention of us to sell product , " federal Health Minister Anne McLellan said yesterday in Edmonton . -0 2382455 2382471 The scientists wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how best to use technology such as brain imaging to study consciousness . The scientists , not surprisingly , wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how they meditate . -1 1669431 1669454 But homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , have now been postponed indefinitely . But the timing of homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , is now indefinite . -1 1756399 1756323 He was in Cincinnati helping another daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . Rowell , 57 , was out of state helping his wife 's daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . -1 2497070 2497346 In the entire fiscal year , the company lost a record $ 1.27 billion , or $ 2.11 a share , on sales of nearly $ 3.1 billion . For the entire fiscal year , Micron lost a record $ 1.27 billion on sales of just under $ 3.1 billion . -0 221357 221459 The indictment supercedes a criminal complaint filed against Quattrone on April 23 with similar charges . The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . -1 1705098 1705278 " I don 't think my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week , " he said . In a conference call yesterday , he said , " I don 't think that my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week . " -0 2440680 2440474 GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and another 340,000 retirees and spouses . They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . -1 2228143 2228563 Obviously , I 've made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous and all those things , because that 's the way I always was . " Obviously , I have made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous because that 's the way I was . " -1 3018474 3018539 " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes . " " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes , " FCC chairman Michael Powell said . -0 3023261 3023282 Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said they stand by their reporting . Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said the Supreme Court did not address the merits of the case . -1 520053 520147 In addition to O 'Connor , Rehnquist 's majority opinion was joined by Justices David Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg , and Stephen Breyer . Joining him in the majority opinion were Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor , David H. Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . -1 3179543 3179259 But he added , " Once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " " However , the report also tells us that once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " -1 1363423 1363801 Stony Brook University launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection between electromagnetic fields and cancer . The State University at Stony Brook launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection . -0 3389680 3389709 It was the first suicide attack in Israel since October 4 , when a bomber killed 23 people . The first Palestinian suicide attack in Israel killed eight people in April 1994 in the centre of Afula . -1 1391169 1390984 They include Ask Jeeves Inc . , Global Crossing , Aether Systems , Clarent , Copper Mountain Networks and VA Linux , now VA Software . They included Global Crossing , Akamai Technologies , Ask Jeeves , Copper Mountain Networks , Etoys and VA Linux . -0 726399 726078 Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of prisons for one day with credit for time served , " Breyer said to tumultuous cheers in the courtroom . " Rosenthal is hereby sentenced to custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons for one day with credit for time served . " -1 2440664 2440782 The UAW earlier this week reached tentative agreements , also for four years , with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. The union earlier this week announced tentative agreements with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. -1 315771 315639 Then the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs , the judge said . But the judge , Louis York , said the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs afterward . -0 969673 969585 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . -0 3361322 3361301 In New York , $ 7,646 is spent annually on each Medicaid recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . New York has by far the country ’ s most expensive Medicaid program , costing taxpayers $ 7,646 per recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . -1 1953229 1953216 Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the same the day the bodies were identified through DNA testing . -1 2994387 2994521 In Kentucky , Democratic Attorney General Ben Chandler faces U.S. Rep. Ernie Fletcher . Kentucky : Republican Ernie Fletcher , a three-term House member , is battling Democratic state Attorney General Ben Chandler . -0 3331138 3331090 Other retailers that will be affected are Argos , part of GUS , and privately owned Littlewoods . The other main electrical goods retailers are Argos , part of GUS , privately owned Littlewoods and PowerHouse . -1 1389502 1389257 Sun filed its lawsuit after an appeals court in Washington upheld the U.S. government 's antitrust case against Microsoft . Sun filed the suit after the government 's successful antitrust suit against Microsoft . -1 2912388 2912129 Jewish and Muslim leaders expressed horror at the proposals , which have not been approved . Jewish and Muslim leaders objected to the proposals , which were never approved . -1 539375 539596 A female attendant , 25 , was slashed across the face as the attacker closed on the cockpit . A female colleague , 25 , was slashed across the face as the man continued to try to reach the front of the plane . -0 3372294 3372337 Of the 23.5 million high-speed lines , 16.3 million provided advanced services , which the FCC defines as speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . A total of 16.3 million lines provided advanced services , those services at speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . -0 2490559 2490490 Daniel said it takes about two hours and 15 minutes to drive from his home to Nashville . Daniel said D 'Antonio left between 7 : 15 p.m. and 8 p.m and it takes about two hours to drive from his home to Nashville . -1 3320347 3320265 Cullen , 43 , is charged with murdering a Catholic clergyman and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center . Cullen , 43 , is charged with killing a Roman Catholic Church official and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville . -1 2111776 2111618 Authorities appealed to the public Friday to come forward and provide what could be the key to solving the sniper-style shootings that have killed three people outside area convenience stores . Authorities looked to the public yesterday for help in solving the deadly sniper-style shootings of three people outside Charleston-area convenience stores . -1 1138606 1138842 Duke and North Carolina have been resolute in their positions against expansion . Two schools , Duke and North Carolina , have steadfastly opposed expansion . -0 1806664 1806683 Despite generic competition for acne drug Accutane , flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion . Flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion , while diagnostics sales fell one percent in francs to 3.57 billion . -1 1110070 1109913 Tehran has said it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . -1 1909338 1909392 Financial terms of the deal , expected to close this month , were not released . Financial terms of the sale , which is expected to be completed by the end of August , were not disclosed . -1 1892206 1892096 It also hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to explore refinancing or restructuring of $ 175 million in senior notes due next year . ATA also has hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to evaluate options for refinancing or restructuring $ 175 million of 10.5 percent senior notes due in August 2004 . -1 397102 397138 At last week 's meeting with U.S. President George W. Bush , Roh said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue . " The two leaders said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue " . -1 1692094 1692026 Analysts have predicted third-quarter earnings of 16 cents a share and revenue of $ 7.15 billion , on average . Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . -1 2654641 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathleen Gregg one of six appointees to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest US lender for students . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . -1 2328114 2328440 After hours of negotiations , a SWAT team burst in early yesterday and found Hoffine dead . Early Friday , the SWAT team burst in and found Hoffine dead . -1 2617727 2618289 " I never grabbed anyone and then pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts , and stuff like that . That I pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts and stuff like that : this is not me . -1 2720998 2720694 " The death of al-Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " Arroyo said in a statement on Monday . " The death of Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " President Gloria Arroyo said . -1 1460092 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday , as did Mills . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . -0 2691257 2691033 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Market 's composite index rose 3.41 points to 1,915.31 . The benchmark S & P / TSX composite index rose 29.12 points yesterday to 7,633.61 . -1 533903 533818 " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " Rumsfeld said in a speech to the Council on Foreign Relations . " We are committed to helping the Iraqi people get on the path to a free society , " he said . -1 1166473 1166857 Mr. Young said he was disappointed that the government didn 't see the severe acute respiratory syndrome crisis as worthy of federal disaster-relief money . Young said he was disappointed the government didn 't see the SARS crisis as worthy of federal disaster relief money . -0 89215 89463 Last week , Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic ties and restoration of air services with Pakistan . The move follows a recent proposal by Mr Vajpayee , whoended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic links and restoration of air services with Pakistan . -1 476611 476710 Evacuation went smoothly , although passengers weren 't told what was going on , Hunt said . Passengers were evacuated smoothly , although they were not told what was going on , he said . -1 2134759 2134730 By Wednesday , the Red Planet will come as near to Earth as it has been in 60,000 years . On Wednesday , at 7.51pm , Mars will be the closest to Earth it has been for 59,619 years . -1 673728 673502 Microsoft will seek to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. The software maker is seeking to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. -1 144089 143697 The 12-nation currency has risen by 33 percent against the dollar over the past 15 months . The euro is up 9 percent against the dollar in the past six weeks . -1 3439854 3439874 In February 2000 , the officers — Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy — were acquitted of all charges in the killing . The officers -- Kenneth Boss , Sean Carroll , Edward McMellon and Richard Murphy -- were acquitted in 2000 of state murder charges . -1 3464314 3464302 I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . " I was surprised it turned out me talking and the president just listening . . . It was mostly a monologue . " -1 2332633 2332760 Before the blast , Wells told police he had been forced to rob the bank and asked police to help him remove the bomb . Wells , 46 , said he was forced to rob the bank and asked police to help take the bomb off . -1 2284830 2284862 " Our party will never be the choice of the NRA - and I am not looking to be the candidate of the NRA , " he said . Our party will never be the choice of the N.R.A. , and I 'm not looking to be the candidate of the N.R.A. , " a reference to the National Rifle Association . -1 735664 735691 Since last April , scientists have learned how acrylamide is formed . Scientists are working to determine how exactly how acrylamide is formed in food . -1 1474104 1474149 One of the company 's employees was hospitalized in critical condition at Lee Memorial Hospital in Fort Myers , said hospital administrative assistant Alex Reichert . One of the employees who survived the blast and fire was hospitalized in critical condition in Fort Myers . -1 2008984 2009175 The state 's House delegation currently consists of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Democrats hold a 17-15 edge in the state 's U.S. House delegation . -1 222647 222469 Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The share price of Berkeley-based Xoma lost 73 cents a share , or 13 percent , to $ 4.76 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 448931 449038 " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he told a news conference to introduce his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he said at a news conference in which he introduced his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . -1 606121 606463 Under the adjusted definition , officials Thursday listed 29 cases as suspected and said that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . Another 29 cases were listed as suspected , and officials warned that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . -1 1964079 1964053 " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , the CDC 's director , told a news briefing Thursday . " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , said Thursday . -0 1491651 1491626 Mr Howard said he also had faith in the system under which Hicks could be tried . Mr Howard also said yesterday that Hicks would be fairly treated , saying he had faith in the US justice system . -0 1020818 1020742 Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident conducted a search Monday at the home of Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , head of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix . Police investigating a deadly hit-and-run accident went to the home of Phoenix 's Roman Catholic bishop on Monday and found the windshield of his car caved in , authorities said . -0 816867 816831 Freddie also said Leland C. Brendsel will retire as chairman and chief executive and resign from the board . He replaces Leland Brendsel , 61 , who retired as chairman and chief executive . -1 3279020 3278928 Progress Software plans to acquire privately held DataDirect Technologies for about $ 88 million in cash , the companies said Friday . Progress Software Corp. is acquiring DataDirect Technologies Ltd . , a privately held supplier of data-access software , for approximately $ 88 million , the companies said Friday . -0 953766 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.17 to $ 42.51 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -0 2082967 2082948 Hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the lower Texas coast as Tropical Storm Erika sped across the Gulf of Mexico and headed for landfall . One month after Hurricane Claudette pounded Texas , hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the coast as fast-moving Tropical Storm Erika churned across the gulf . -1 101770 101706 Dos Reis also pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and another girl on a different occasion . Dos Reis had earlier pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and one other girl in a separate incident . -0 1045971 1046014 As previously announced , the final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . -0 2438711 2438762 The Java Enterprise System bundles a slew of Sun software for a yearly subscription of $ 100 per employee . For instance , the core Java Enterprise System will cost $ 100 per employee in the US . -1 3192029 3192176 The memorandum analyzed lawful activities , such as recruiting demonstrators , and illegal activities , such as using fake documentation to get into a secured site . The memo analyzed lawful activities like recruiting demonstrators , as well as illegal activities like using fake documentation to get into a secured site . -1 2694905 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . -1 2578751 2578762 Even when the exchange detected violations , it often failed to take disciplinary action , the SEC said . Even when the exchange detected such violations , it " often failed to take appropriate disciplinary actions " against individuals or firms . -1 2409831 2409825 United said the new airline will expand next year to 40 Airbus A320 jets , each seating 156 passengers . United said it the new airline use 40 jets , each seating 156 passengers . -1 1584601 1584582 Now they are waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan will try and repair the damage in his testimony to the House next week . Now they were waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan would try to repair the damage done to bond prices in his testimony to the House next week . -1 123259 123215 Medical investigators matched the body 's teeth to Aronov 's dental records this morning , medical examiner 's spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . Investigators matched the dead womans teeth to Aronovs dental records Wednesday morning , medical examiners spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . -1 464934 464508 Joe Nichols captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits " The Impossible " and " Brokenheartedsville . " Joe Nichols , who is touring with Jackson , captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits The Impossible and Brokenheartedsville . -1 1404563 1404480 They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared with 5.1 percent taking a placebo . About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . -1 1809427 1809438 The compilers are available in two flavors : the Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + retails for USD $ 399 and is intended for application development use . The compilers are available in two forms : The Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + is available from Intel for $ 399 , and is intended for applications development . -1 1496252 1496053 Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco , Firearms and Explosives said . Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the Lamb Entertainment 's warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the ATF said . -0 1892983 1892817 BA shares were up 0.59 percent at 170 pence in early afternoon trading , slightly outpacing London 's FTSE 100 Index which was up 0.28 percent . BA shares closed down 0.89 percent at 167-1 / 2 pence , slightly lower than London 's FTSE 100 Index which was down 0.28 percent . -1 698940 698952 Martha Stewart shares fell $ 2.03 , about 18 percent , to $ 9.17 and were the NYSE 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell 4.6 percent , or $ 4.04 , to $ 83.38 and was the blue-chip Dow 's biggest percent loser . -1 2977283 2977187 By late Thursday afternoon , Putnam said the U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . Earlier this week , Putnam said the Manhattan U.S. Attorney had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . -1 62677 62780 The shares represent more than half the 115.9 million shares Turner held at the end of April , according to Bloomberg data . The sale represents about 52 per cent of the 115.9 million shares Mr Turner held at the end of April . -1 1980836 1980762 In turn SuSE will license Java 2 Standard Edition while also formalising an existing agreement to distribute Sun 's Java Virtual Machine for running Java applications . Nuremberg , Germany-based SuSE will license Sun 's Java 2 Standard Edition ( J2SE ) and ship Sun 's Java Virtual Machine across its Linux software line . -1 192285 192327 We 'll be listening carefully to the [ IAEA ] director general 's report at the next board meeting . " We 'll be listening carefully to the ( IAEA ) director-general 's report at the next board meeting . " -1 3054567 3054599 Mr. Rush is the only witness to the events in the pilothouse who has spoken to investigators . Rush is the only witness to the wheelhouse events who has spoken with investigators , Weinshall said . -1 2158948 2159004 Geoghan , 68 , was taken to Leominster Hospital , where he was pronounced dead at 1 : 17 p.m. Mr. Geoghan was taken to the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster , Mass . , where he died at 1 : 17 p.m. -1 3099575 3099600 " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising , " said IAB President and CEO Greg Stuart . " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , " Stuart says , " marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising . " -0 1927806 1927828 Rescue and search operation had been going on since the tragedy happened on Thursday night , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . Rescue and search operation was on to find them , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . -0 2632504 2632655 Fidelity Investments , the nation 's largest mutual-fund company , said it received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer 's office regarding its investigation to potential fund-trading abuses . Fidelity Investments has received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer , who is investigating charges of market-timing and late-day trading in the mutual fund industry . -0 558330 558449 " Tony 's not feeling well , " Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said . We 're thrilled to be up 3-2 , ' ' Coach Gregg Popovich said Wednesday . -1 1772514 1772604 Both devices use version 5.2 of the Palm operating system and feature a new design , which resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels around 180 degrees . Both devices use Palm OS 5.2 and feature a completely new form factor that resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels 180 degrees . -1 2794695 2794721 General Myers told reporters that " at first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken " . " At first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken , " said Gen. Richard Myers , chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff . -1 2221459 2221675 Trading volume was incredibly light at 500.22 million shares , below an already thin 611.45 million exchanged at the same point Thursday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . -0 1749694 1750057 Officials with the rebel group Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy could not be reached for comment Saturday . The main rebel force , the Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy , fears a peacekeeping force could bolster Taylor . -1 1258293 1258203 Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's first quarter , although it might explain the drop and quick recovery in sales this quarter . Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's March quarter , although it could explain the drop and quick recovery in sales during the current quarter . -1 2688145 2688162 In that position , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , president and CEO of EMC . As executive vice president of new ventures , Elias will report to Joe Tucci , EMC 's president and chief executive . -1 3294207 3294290 But with the PM due to leave tomorrow afternoon for personal reasons there was a risk he might not be present when the final decision was made . But with the Prime Minister due to leave tomorrow , a day early , he may not be present when the final decision is made . -0 91456 91526 " These are defining moments for players and organizations , " Anaheim coach Mike Babcock said . " There are defining moments for players and organizations where you are measured . -0 1662145 1661888 He led Philippine police to a tonne of TNT that officials say was intended for planned attacks in Singapore on Western targets , including US and Australian diplomatic posts . He led Philippine police to a ton of TNT officials say was intended for attacks on Western targets in Singapore , including the US Embassy . -1 3385298 3385192 They did not nationalize them , " Manouchehr Takin , an analyst at the Center for Global Energy Studies in London , said . They did not nationalize them , " said Manouchehr Takin of the Center for Global Energy Studies . -1 2525175 2525241 Since both companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely the two signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period of time . Because the companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely they signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period . -1 1497386 1497195 The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa opened its doors a day early . The dice are rolling at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa . -1 3372938 3372948 BioReliance 's stock closed down 2 cents yesterday at $ 47.98 per share . Shares of BioReliance sold at $ 47.98 at the close of market yesterday , down 2 cents . -1 2328433 2328183 In 2001 , Evan helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student shot and killed by a teen gang member , said Alexis Lukas , the program supervisor . In 2001 , Nash helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student who was fatally shot by a 14-year-old gang member , program supervisor Alexis Lukas said . -1 1438024 1437790 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . The Standard and Poor 's 500-stock index , a broad collection of equities representing leading companies , finished its best quarter yesterday since the last three months of 1998 . -1 986931 986600 The draft statement said progress on the nuclear issue and the pending trade deal were " interdependent , indissociable and mutually reinforcing elements " . They said progress towards resolving the nuclear issue and progress in the trade talks were " interdependent , essential and mutually reinforcing elements of EU-Iran relations " . -1 1338 1768 The S & P 500 finished 13.78 points higher at 930.08 , or 1.5 per cent , the highest level since January 14 . The S & P rose 13.78 , or 1.5 percent , to 930.08 , the best level since Jan. 14 . -1 539376 539602 The Qantas colleagues were last night in a serious but stable condition after being rushed to Royal Melbourne Hospital . The two flight attendants were in a serious but stable condition last night after being rushed to the Royal Melbourne Hospital . -1 2051717 2051635 The trial , featuring 125 witnesses , could continue until the start of 2004 . The trial , which could last until early 2004 , is expected to hear the first of 125 witnesses Friday . -1 3277340 3277316 But price declines have remained below 30 percent , year over year , for the last two quarters , said IDC analyst John McArthur . McArthur told internetnews.com price declines have moderated and remained below 30 percent from the previous year for the last two quarters . -1 349539 349129 The previous weekend record for an R-rated film was $ 58 million for " Hannibal . " The previous biggest R rated opening was " Hannibal 's " $ 58 million . -1 840212 840236 The second rover is scheduled for launch later this month , and both vehicles are expected to arrive at Mars in January . The second rover is scheduled for launch on June 25 and both will arrive at Mars in January . -0 205100 205145 A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . -1 361380 361266 The per-share earnings were 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -0 3242051 3241897 Mr. Kerkorian tried unsuccessfully to take over Chrysler in 1995 , but did win representation on its board . Kerkorian and Tracinda had also tried to take over Chrysler in 1995 . -1 1012958 1013020 The Sars illness , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan , and economic uncertainty in Europe and the US have depressed air travel . The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and economic uncertainty in Europe and America have depressed air travel . -1 392504 392701 The 2002 second quarter results don 't include figures from our friends at Compaq . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . -1 2338968 2339109 A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . SACRAMENTO A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . -1 2635882 2636067 A man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , ``tried to go back in and get the rest of them but the smoke wouldn 't let him , ' ' she said . She said another man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , " tried to go back in ... but the smoke wouldn 't let him . " -0 1455299 1455540 Defense lawyers had said a change of venue was needed because massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . Defense lawyers had requested a change of venue for two reasons : They argued that massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . -1 3313491 3313751 WHO spokeswoman Maria Cheng agreed , saying : " It looks very much like an isolated event . " " It looks very much like an isolated event , " World Health Organization spokeswoman Maria Cheng said . -1 2889534 2889485 The GAO found cable rates have increased 40 percent over the past five years , versus 12 percent inflation during the period . The GAO found that cable rates have increased by 40 percent during the past five years , far above the 12 percent inflation in that period . -1 2266154 2266086 The stock has risen 44 cents in recent days . The stock had risen 44 cents in the past four trading sessions . -0 1534981 1534961 Dowdell was transported to Boston Medical Center with nonlife-threatening injuries . Both were taken to Boston Medical Center . -1 3453247 3452798 GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . Georgia Bureau of Investigation spokesman John Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " -1 2045019 2045249 Sen. Charles Schumer , D-N.Y. , sent a letter to President Bush Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . Sen. Charles Schumer ( D-N.Y. ) , a supporter of Boxer 's bill , sent a letter to President Bush on Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . -1 2126941 2126894 The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . The Rev. Christopher Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , did not immediately return several calls seeking comment . -0 2690379 2690520 He was sentenced in June to more than seven years in prison for securities fraud , perjury and other crimes . He was sentenced to more than seven years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including securities fraud . -1 2950570 2950537 They looked at their son-in-law and his relatives , but did not exchange words . She looked at her son-in-law and his relatives at times , but the two sides did not exchange words . -0 1656916 1656909 The woman felt threatened and reported the incident to police , and around 2 : 30 p.m. Stackhouse was arrested . The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . -0 2151922 2151544 Maurice Greene advanced to the semifinals of the 100-meter dash at the World Track and Field Championships . Rogge was a witness to Drummond 's tantrums Sunday at the World Track and Field Championships . -0 2082955 2082880 Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 with 85-mph wind . Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 , classified as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph . -1 2429805 2429675 Two brothers who were among seven Portland suspects accused of aiding terrorists have decided to plead guilty to conspiring to aid al-Qaida and the Taliban , officials said Wednesday . Two brothers who were among seven people accused of aiding terrorists pleaded guilty yesterday to charges of conspiring to help Al Qaeda and the Taliban during the war in Afghanistan . -1 1263107 1263625 Media giant Vivendi Universal EAUG.PA V.N set to work sifting through bids for its U.S. entertainment empire on Monday in a multibillion-dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . -1 1196763 1196698 Like Viacom , GE -- parent of NBC -- is also seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared to the likes of Bronfman or Davis . Like Viacom , General Electric is seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared with Bronfman or Davis . -0 1277805 1277554 He was revived but was pronounced dead at Virginia Medical Center in Arlington . He was declared dead on arrival at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington at 9 : 13 a.m. -1 202294 202143 The proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading 33 pages of documents outlining allegations against him . Proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading a 33-page accusation letter to the court . -1 2865933 2865910 He urged the US to provide clear rules on what would happen at possible trials . Government sources said Mr Howard urged the US to provide clear rules governing any potential trials . -1 2635067 2635269 Scruggs , who did not testify , was cleared of a second charge of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . The six-member jury cleared Scruggs of a second charge that accused her of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . -1 164331 164305 The rebels suspended peace talks with the government April 21 citing a lack of progress . The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam suspended peace talks April 21 citing a lack of progress . -1 3015455 3015474 " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me , " Nancy Reagan said in a statement to Fox News Channel last week . Nancy Reagan issued a statement last week to the Fox News Channel saying , " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me . -1 1137117 1137134 As you know , East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past . " " East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past , " said State Department spokesman Philip Reeker . -1 2854483 2854528 People who have this disorder absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . Haemochromatosis is a disorder in which people absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . -1 486096 486255 Although deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , the Beatles popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock music . Although the Beatles were deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , their popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock groups . -1 1619275 1619419 Mr. Berg says in an advertisement for it , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " In an advertisement for the book , Berg says , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " -0 18720 18757 Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . LendingTree shares rose 43 percent , or $ 6.31 , to $ 21 , more than doubling in the last two months . -1 2529776 2529858 He said the district had been waiting for the subpoenas and had always planned to comply once it received them . Mr. Caramore said the district waited for the subpoenas and planned to cooperate with the investigation . -1 3185752 3185722 In their study , researchers tested the hearing of 479 men between 20 and 64 years old who were exposed to noise in their jobs . Barrenas 's team tested the hearing of 479 men , aged 20 to 64 , who were exposed to noise in their jobs . -0 3214298 3214269 In May 2002 , Malikah Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn for more than $ 20 million in damages after the MTA objected to their headdresses . In May , Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn that seeks more than $ 20 million in damages , Hart said . -1 2511546 2511573 " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " Levi Strauss Chief Executive Officer Phil Marineau said in a statement . " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " said Phil Marineau , the chief executive . -1 1123031 1122968 In Nigeria alone , the report said , as many as 1 million women may be living with the condition . In Nigeria alone , the report estimated that between 100,000 and 1 million girls and women are suffering from the condition . -1 1944746 1944634 Global HRT sales , which are dominated by Wyeth of the US , were worth $ 3.8bn in 2001 , according to Data- monitor , the London-based market research company . Global HRT sales were worth $ 3.8bn ( 2.4bn ) in 2001 , according to Datamonitor , the London-based market research company . -0 1076861 1077018 Glover spoke at a news conference that included about 20 relatives of the victims . About 20 family members of the victims were invited to the news conference . -1 121273 121431 The migrants were first spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two small patrol boats were sent to the area , Doss said . The Cubans were spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two vessels were sent out to the area , Petty Officer Ryan Doss said . -0 2453201 2452916 Dunlap won both the swimsuit competition and the talent portion of the competition , singing " If I Could . " She won the talent portion singing " If I Could " and also won in evening wear . -1 2995266 2994938 " I don 't want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " said Missouri Congressman Dick Gephardt . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told the Register . -1 3423206 3423272 Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates this market will total $ 12 billion in 2004 . Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates that the Gigabit Ethernet switch market will total about US $ 12 billion in 2004 . -1 152254 151884 Robbins said he wants to take any network like ESPN that charges more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make those optional choices for consumers to buy . Robbins said he wants to take networks such as ESPN that charge more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make them optional choices . -1 371171 370953 Fourteen of those infected passengers sat within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , said Mike Ryan , WHO 's global coordinator for anti-SARS efforts . Of those , 14 were passengers sitting within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , Ryan said . -0 222561 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped 89 cents , or 16 percent , to $ 4.60 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 1702240 1702219 It names Shelley , Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters Conny McCormack , and registrars in Orange and San Diego counties as defendants . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . -1 1715420 1715441 He reiterated Schroder 's statement last week that Berlin would consider sending peacekeepers to Iraq only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations under a U.N. mandate . German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said last week that Berlin will consider sending peacekeepers only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations . -1 1269300 1269572 The four were remanded in custody and will appear before the magistrate 's court again on July 8 . The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . -1 1355730 1355910 Four years ago , Nike was sued in state court by California activist Marc Kasky under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . Four years ago , California activist Marc Kasky sued Nike under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . -1 2117321 2117259 At one of the three sampling sites at Huntington Beach , the bacteria reading came back at 160 on June 16 and at 120 on June 23 . The readings came back at 160 on June 16 and 120 at June 23 at one of three sampling sites at Huntington Beach . -1 3187659 3187625 " This will put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said Friday during a roundtable discussion with reporters at NASA headquarters . " This is going to put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said during a breakfast with reporters . -1 2969732 2969833 The next court session will be when the three-judge tribunal announces its verdict in mid-February . The court 's three-judge tribunal was expected to give its verdict next February . -1 2662654 2662740 Microsoft has won a patent for an instant messaging feature that notifies users when the person they are communicating with is typing a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . -0 920072 920500 Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.49 , to $ 50.01 , on the New York Stock Exchange after official acknowledgment of the criminal investigation . Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.50 on Wednesday , to close at $ 50 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 349049 349540 X2 took in $ 17.1 million for a total three-week take of $ 174 million . Elsewhere in theaters this weekend , " X2 " earned $ 17.1 million to raise its three-week total to $ 174 million . -1 2514532 2514516 Four other men who were also charged in June have already pleaded guilty . Four of the defendants have pleaded guilty to weapons charges and other counts . -1 228848 228809 But its most popular comedy , Friends , is going into its last season . But its most popular comedy , Friends , will sign off after a two-hour finale next May . -0 572517 572552 He was arrested Tuesday night at a northwest Atlanta tire shop after a national manhunt . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . -1 2886301 2886361 NASA satellite images show that Arctic ice has been shrinking at the rate of nearly 10 percent a decade . Researchers found that sea ice in the Arctic is disappearing at a rate of 9 percent each decade . -1 2134174 2133850 The Lockheed Martin-built SIRTF is the last of NASA 's Hubble-class " Great Observatories . " SIRTF is the last of NASA 's so-called Great Observatories . -1 1464992 1465145 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the Northfield-based company . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . -1 1033210 1033371 Sgt. Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because Reed was jaywalking . Sergeant Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because the victim had been jaywalking . -0 1487245 1487166 I loved the Brazilian music I played . " I 've played Brazilian music , but I 'm not Brazilian . -1 1997704 1997857 The book , scheduled for release next month , is described by Franken as a criticism of right-wing leaders and media spokesmen . The book , scheduled for publication next month , has been described by Franken as a criticism of right wing leaders and media spokespeople . -1 1758028 1758256 Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the thefts of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . -1 2566398 2566564 The affidavit said British customs officials stopped al-Amoudi at Heathrow Airport last month when he was attempting to travel to Damascus , Syria . The affidavit says al-Amoudi was detained Aug. 16 attempting to travel from London to Damascus , Syria . -1 3409469 3409439 " New " farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for " protection " but former farmers say the packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . Farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for protection , although some packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . -1 3364087 3364117 Albertson 's and Kroger 's Ralphs stores locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . -1 1715922 1715771 The decision means that Qarase must invite up to eight Labor Party members into cabinet . Mr Qarase must now invite up to eight Labour Party members into cabinet . -1 992373 992505 " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.5 million jobs in America , " said the senator , a much-decorated Vietnam War veteran . " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.7 million jobs in America , " Kerry said . -1 20674 20598 Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2-million in fiscal 2003 . Dell made $ 950,000 in salary and nearly $ 2.5 million in bonus pay during the fiscal year . -1 2961847 2961942 As part of his deal , Mr. Delainey has agreed to cooperate in the continuing investigation . Dave Delainey agreed to cooperate with federal prosecutors in exchange for the plea . -1 1273812 1273622 The United States accuses Saddam loyalists of attacks on oilfields and pipelines crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . Loyalists are also believed to be behind attacks on oil pipelines and fields that are crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . -1 3243255 3243288 Mall operators and retailers reported fewer people camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although many parking lots were crowded by early afternoon . Mall operators and retailers reported fewer shoppers camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although parking lots were beginning to fill at some East Coast shopping centers . -1 1749177 1749195 Josephine Burke , who ran the unlicensed daycare , eventually served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child neglect charges . Josephine Burke , who ran the illegal day care , served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child-neglect charges . -0 2996144 2996097 Bob Schindler : That 's correct , and the strategy behind that is , we wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from . " We wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from , " said Robert Schindler . -0 3042512 3042476 Judge Philpot told Dica : " There is no evidence of your remorse . A judge branded Mohammed Dica 's behaviour " despicable " and added : " There is no evidence of your remorse . " -0 462816 462552 Earlier Friday , Taiwan reported 55 new cases but no new deaths . Yesterday , Taiwan reported 65 new cases , its biggest one-day increase yet . -1 2550399 2550236 Hedge funds came under renewed scrutiny recently when New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer unveiled a probe of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . The industry came under renewed scrutiny recently with the launch by New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer of an investigation of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . -1 1707031 1707102 Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . Operating revenues were down about 1 percent to $ 4.55 billion , from $ 4.59 billion . -0 1792412 1792293 As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia " and sang snippets of her songs . As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia . " -0 2643487 2643530 In 2001 , 8.4 per cent of six-year-olds and 15 per cent of 15-year-olds were obese . One in seven 15-year-olds and nearly one in 10 six-year-olds are obese . -0 1056720 1056700 Most of the alleged spammers engaged in fraudulent or deceptive practices , said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior VP and general counsel . " Spam knows no borders , " said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior vice-president and general counsel . -1 2323107 2323116 Since December 2002 , Evans has been the vice chair of the U.S. Chief Information Officers Council . Evans is also the vice-chairman of the Federal Chief Information Officers Council . -0 2631000 2630970 Companies that fall under that definition are subject to much less stringent regulation . Phone companies , which have argued that DSL should be subject to less regulation , had mixed reaction . -1 1455072 1454998 Many of the countries affected , like Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to the Western Hemisphere . Many of the affected countries , such as Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to this hemisphere . -1 724286 724433 The huge bottom-line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion pound assets writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . The huge bottom line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion-pound asset writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . -0 809904 810197 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . Police have arrested a " potential suspect " in the abduction of 9-year-old Jennette Tamayo , San Jose Police Chief William Lansdowne said Monday . -1 901129 901115 BOCHK chief executive Liu Jinbao was transferred abruptly to Beijing last month . He was chief executive of BOCHK until he was suddenly recalled to Beijing last month . -1 57272 57252 In case the company does not turn in the reports before the end of May , it is likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . If the company did not turn in the results before the end of May , it was likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . -1 2529315 2529412 Watson , of Whitakers , N.C. , was found guilty of making a false threat to detonate explosives , and destruction of federal property . Dwight Watson , 50 , was convicted of making a false threat to detonate explosives and of destroying federal property . -1 2792426 2792528 " The gloves are off , " said UNIFI official Rob O 'Neill . Unifi official Rob O 'Neill said : " The gloves are off . -1 2095803 2095786 Drax faced a financial crisis late last year after it lost its most lucrative sales contract , held with insolvent utility TXU Europe . Drax ’ s troubles began late last year when it lost its most lucrative sales contract , with the insolvent utility TXU Europe . -1 3295420 3295389 It 's one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . Giving up half the duties is one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . -1 2515695 2515725 His harsh criticism of PLO chairman Yasser Arafat led to his books being banned for a time by the Palestinian Authority . His harsh criticism of the PLO 's chairman , Yasser Arafat , saw the Palestinian Authority ban his books for a time . -0 1467048 1466992 The 2000 Democratic platform supported " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families in the life of the nation . " The Democrat 's 2000 platform didn 't explicitly support gay marriages but backed " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families into the life of the nation . " -1 2515275 2515371 " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the [ touch-screen ] machines for the 2004 presidential primary , " said Gilles W. Burger , State Board of Elections chairman . " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the revised Diebold machines , " said Gilles W. Burger , chairman of the Maryland State Board of Elections . -0 2646742 2646642 He has a preliminary hearing Thursday to determine whether he 'll stand trial . The question is whether there will be a hearing to determine if Bryant will stand trial . -1 2848296 2848358 " They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous , " said the Oscar-winning film director . He said : “ They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous . -1 2112330 2112376 But I would rather be talking about high standards than low standards . " " I would rather be talking about positive numbers rather than negative . -1 1868925 1869072 WorldCom , brought down by an $ 11 billion accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . WorldCom , decimated by a massive accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . -1 2422440 2422460 Launched from the space shuttle Atlantis in 1989 , Galileo will have travelled about 4.6 billion kilometres by the time it hits Jupiter . Launched from space shuttle Atlantis ( news - web sites ) in 1989 , Galileo will have traveled about 2.8 billion miles by the time it hits Jupiter . -0 125211 125001 Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or stricter bans . Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . -0 1122252 1122290 Both papers are being published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . The study appears today in the New England Journal of Medicine . -1 2706273 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but state trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . -1 2095729 2095799 The US investment bank said : " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . -1 381280 381254 Available in June , Bare Metal Restore 4.6 costs $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client for new customers . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . -0 2053014 2053108 Both Estrada and Honasan have denied any involvement in the failed military rebellion . Mr Estrada has denied any involvement in the plot . -1 3389318 3389271 It was not immediately known how many people were on flight UTA 141 , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . It was still not known exactly how many people were on the plane , which could carry 141 passengers and crew . -1 543300 543242 But the country is scrambling to prevent it spreading to the vast countryside where most of its 1.3 billion people live . China is scrambling to stop the disease from spreading to the countryside , where most of its 1.3 billion people live . -1 2240263 2240744 But labor leaders said it was often difficult for these Americans to join a union because many employers fought organizing efforts . But labor leaders say it is often hard for these people to join a union because many employers aggressively fight organizing efforts . -0 3294412 3294375 Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries , " he said . Before the commitee was formed , Mr Howard was defiant , saying Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries " . -1 212885 212588 The Democratic primary results have a margin of error of plus or minus 6.1 percentage points . The Democratic sample has an error margin of plus or minus 6.1 percent . -0 1851865 1851822 Advertising revenue at the FT newspaper was down 18 percent in the first half and circulation was down 5 percent . Advertising revenue at the Financial Times was down about 18 percent in the first half and recent months have seen little improvement . -1 1477526 1477562 " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 , " said a statement by Michael A. Cardozo , the city 's corporation counsel . He added that : " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 . " -1 698948 698933 The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally drove the broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index .SPX up more than 20 percent since mid-March . The market remains pinned in a narrow range after a powerful rally pushed the broad S & P 500 index up more than 20 percent since mid-March . -1 2063290 2063193 Samuel Waksal , ImClone 's former CEO , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years for securities fraud . Waksal , who pleaded guilty to securities fraud charges , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years . -1 185327 185283 Scotland Yard said the three were charged under the Anti-Terrorism , Crime and Security Act 2001 , with alleged failure to disclose information about acts of terrorism . Scotland Yard said in a statement it had charged a 46-year-old man and two women aged 27 and 35 with failing to disclose information about acts of terrorism . -1 539585 539355 Witnesses said they believed the man planned to crash the Launceston-bound Qantas flight 1737 , which was carrying 47 passengers and six crew . Witnesses believe he wanted to crash Flight 1737 , which had 47 passengers and six crew . -1 1380723 1380525 In Virginia , Mr. Kilgore , a Republican , accused the court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens . " The Virginia attorney-general , Jerry Kilgore , accused the Supreme Court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens " . -1 2827562 2827543 The deal will combine Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with IBM 's DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products . Big Blue will integrate Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with its DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products designed for businesses . -1 156755 156708 The research is set to change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . Now research by Melbourne 's Alfred Hospital will change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . -1 349160 349058 Spider-Man snatched $ 114.7 million in its debut last year and went on to capture $ 403.7 million . Spider-Man , rated PG-13 , snatched $ 114.7 million in its first weekend and went on to take in $ 403.7 million . -1 314162 314661 In Las Vegas , agents entered two clubs — Cheetah 's and Jaguars — along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar and pool hall in downtown Las Vegas . In Las Vegas , federal agents stormed two clubs - Cheetah 's and Jaguars - along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar in downtown . -0 2371383 2371261 The announcements were made at the International Broadcasting Convention ( IBC ) in Amsterdam . The submission was on Monday , but the announcement was made Friday at the International Broadcasting Convention in Amsterdam . -1 3444065 3444032 Because of the holiday period , the agency will not release data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . Because of the holidays , CDC is not releasing data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . -1 684848 684557 As Samudra sat down to hear the indictment , he looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted ``God is Great ' ' three times . As he sat down to hear the indictment , Samudra looked over to his nine lawyers and shouted " Takbir ! " , or " Proclaim ! " , a religious rallying cry . -1 654227 654356 IBM said it believes that the investigation arose from a separate SEC investigation of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit , which markets and sells point-of-sale products . The company added : " IBM believes that the investigation arises from a separate investigation by the SEC of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit . -1 2992682 2992869 " I think the financial diplomacy here of the sort that we are engaged in is the surest course to get the result we want . " " The financial diplomacy we 're engaged in is the surest course to get what we want , " Mr. Snow said . -1 3036166 3036117 " No , what I do is I answer questions as to whether or not the help that is available is being delivered , " Bush said . " Now I want to know whether or not the help that is available is being expedited and made available . -1 2009633 2008963 Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . Since then , Texas Gov. Rick Perry has called two special sessions trying to push the measure through . -0 392080 392190 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 4.95 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,486.14 . The more broadly based Nasdaq Telecommunications Index rose 0.7 percent . -1 2491734 2491748 " The difference is just something called the tuner , which is a very small piece of equipment . " The only difference is a tuner , a small piece of electronics . " -1 450437 450533 When the butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly towards the sun , presumably because they no longer had any sense of time . And when butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly toward the sun , apparently having lost their sense of time . -1 1793609 1793547 They said he organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . Agents described Carlow , 50 , as a " major player ' ' who organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . -1 670712 670500 In addition , David Jones will pay him $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain leases . DJs will pay homewares and furniture group Freedom $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain store leases . -0 1705277 1704990 Indeed , Mr. Weill , a self-described workaholic , said he planned to remain very involved in the company . Still , Mr. Weill will remain very much a power at the company . -1 1590753 1590946 Tisha Kresler , a spokeswoman for Global Crossing , declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . -0 1688452 1688470 The agreement between architect Daniel Libeskind and representatives of developer Larry Silverstein gives architect David Childs the lead role in developing the " Freedom Tower . " The collaboration gives architect David Childs , who has done extensive work with Silverstein , the lead role in developing the tower , which is to be the world 's tallest . -1 948905 948771 O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos from spy satellites might have been able to detect the small crack in the wing . O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos would have enough resolution to detect small cracks in the wing panels . -1 692252 692188 Residents forced out of their homes on Sunday returned Monday , many to floods in their basements or lower floors . Residents of 220 homes forced out of their houses Sunday returned Monday , many to flooded basements or lower floors . -1 545646 545773 Initial reports indicated the shots had been fired from inside a mosque . According to Central Command 's initial reports , the attackers fired from a mosque in the city . -1 2934300 2934243 Last week , the executive committee of the Board of Trustees issued a no-confidence vote in Goldin . But last week the executive committee of the board of trustees gave him a vote of no confidence . -0 1141068 1141051 Mahmud controlled access to Saddam for everyone but immediate family members , Pentagon officials said . Mahmud controlled access to Saddam and was frequently at his side . -1 127940 127709 Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and also a member of the management board of DaimlerChrysler , said both EPI and Pratt & Whitney had presented " excellent proposals . Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and a member of DaimlerChrysler 's management board , said EPI and P & W had presented " excellent proposals . -1 467443 467517 The TAAD and SAR-x chips are priced from $ 125 to $ 300 in quantities of 10,000 . The products are priced at $ 575 and $ 295 in quantities of 10,000 . -1 1489846 1489778 The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are published in the July 1st issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . -1 146291 146112 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . -1 216483 216440 D 'Cunha said , from a science standpoint , Toronto 's last case was April 19 , so the all-clear day was actually yesterday . He said , from a science standpoint , the city 's last case was April 19 , so the all clear day was actually yesterday . -0 2498626 2498602 Mike Austreng , editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded student taken from the school by helicopter . Mike Austreng , the editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded person airlifted from the school and another taken away by ambulance . -1 347634 347652 They describe themselves as " lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco " . The journal says : " Both are lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco . " -1 3444814 3444661 A photograph of the doctor 's son , Ariel , holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . -1 3449037 3449133 Inamed shares closed down nearly 12 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . Inamed shares dropped as much as about 16 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . -0 745879 746177 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 21.35 points , or 1.33 percent , to 1,624.91 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . -1 586478 586493 Before completion , the group will take surplus cash of 16.5m from TCG to reduce its net borrowings . Prior to completion , CCG said it will also extract surplus cash of $ 27 million to reduce net borrowings . -1 3383800 3384248 Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights -- including seats on other airlines -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . -1 2139532 2139550 " Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO & President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " said Falcon in a statement . Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO and President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " Falcon said . -0 453142 453099 For the year , Marvell expects revenue of $ 760 million to $ 790 million . Marvell Technology also reported revenue of $ 168.3 million , exceeding the First Call estimate of $ 162.6 million . -1 1465018 1465168 In trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Kraft shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 . Kraft 's shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1353169 1353351 The European Union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 ; the United States is now demanding that the EU end its ban . The union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 after many consumers feared health risks . -1 1787617 1787556 Stealing identities and credit card numbers with bogus e-mail and websites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned Monday . Stealing identities and credit-card numbers with bogus e-mail and Web sites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned yesterday . -1 2268394 2268584 He was listed last night in critical but stable condition at Kings County Hospital Center , police said . That victim , a New Jersey resident , was in critical but stable condition at the hospital . -1 240387 240350 Investigators have meticulously looked into virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , Campbell has acknowledged . Investigators continue to probe virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , the former mayor has said . -1 3372296 3372332 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , advanced services lines of all technology types increased by 56 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . -1 1973651 1973712 On Sunday August 3 , the House of Deputies voted nearly 2-1 in favor of the Reverend Gene Robinson of New Hampshire . On Tuesday in Minneapolis , the House of Bishops gave final approval on a 62-43 vote for the Rev. V. Gene Robinson of New Hampshire to become bishop . -1 338398 338968 Federal officials gave the DPS officer an FAA number to call to initiate lost-aircraft procedures . Federal officials then gave the Texas DPS officer a number to call at the FAA to initiate lost aircraft procedures . -1 2731394 2731255 After 26 hours of surgery and a year of anticipation , the boys were separated Sunday at Children 's Medical Center of Dallas . Two-year-old Egyptian twin boys , born with their heads conjoined , have been separated after 26 hours of surgery at the Children 's Medical Centre in Dallas . -1 1390978 1391163 But the settlement also defers any payment to investors , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . Any payment to investors will be delayed , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . -1 2959224 2959270 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " SCO Group said in an answer filed to an IBM court filing . " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " states SCO in documents filed with the U.S. District Court for Utah . -0 1378255 1377995 The Nasdaq composite index dropped 33.90 , or 2.1 percent , to 1,610.82 , having risen 1.1 percent last week . The Nasdaq composite index rose 16.74 , or 1 percent , to 1,650.75 . -0 2372859 2372881 Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 4.6 percent after raising its targets for chip sales on Friday . Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 3.8 percent after saying on Friday it was seeing positive developments with its U.S. dollar sales . -1 3393882 3393858 Police searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday , and prosecutors had sought to interrogate him that day only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . Magistrates searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday and tried to question him the same day , only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . -1 237165 236886 The rule bars groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . It upheld fallback rules that bar the same groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . -1 2277401 2277378 Last year , Cuban officials said none of nearly two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas on time to attend the Grammys in Los Angeles . Cuban officials said that last year none of about two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas in time to attend the Latin Grammys . -1 2254641 2254589 The 244th Engineer Battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , the military said . The battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , military officials told The Associated Press . -1 781342 781555 Xerox shares closed at $ 11.45 , up 2 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . Xerox shares rose 2 cents to close at $ 11.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2396342 2396238 It may suggest that the exchange give up its regulatory powers . It has no jurisdiction over his pay but does oversee the exchange 's regulatory powers . -1 354039 353906 At midday Saturday , automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiyah neighborhood , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . Automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiya neighborhood at midday today , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . -1 2815623 2815848 Southwest , the largest U.S. discount airline , said Friday that inspections of its fleet of 385 planes had found no additional items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . -0 1708629 1708560 The vulnerability affects Windows NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , XP and 2000 , as well as Windows Server 2003 . Microsoft issued a patch for the vulnerability , which affects Windows NT 4.0 , Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . -0 3065731 3065834 The FBI later learned that two of the hijackers had lived near Awadallah in San Diego . The government charged that Awadallah knew both hijackers when they lived in the San Diego area . -0 749633 749912 " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " He urged employees to " avoid complacency " and to " change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " -0 1466172 1466251 The panel said some of NASA 's cameras were obsolete and others no longer have a good view , because of civilian buildings built near them . Others no longer have a good view , it said , because of civilian buildings built near them . -1 701402 701449 Both companies automate many channels , though XM has some live programming , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . Both companies automate many channels , although XM has some live programming anchored by disc jockeys who can field requests , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . -1 3076578 3076653 The national denomination of the Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the American branch of the worldwide Anglican Communion , which has 77 million adherents . -1 358546 358608 That means that if the planet is in a season , it will continue to brighten for the next 20 years . If what scientists are observing is truly seasonal change , the planet will continue to brighten for another 20 years . -1 1194276 1193886 Neighboring Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hopes that Massachusetts ' supreme court will take a similar step soon . Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hope that Massachusetts ' high court will take a similar step within a few weeks . -1 2383845 2383877 Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI was up 0.1 percent last month , compared to a rise of 0.2 percent in July . Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI is seen rising 0.2 percent , matching the July figure . -1 1777871 1777960 The matriarch - who celebrates her 81st birthday next month - was yesterday thanked for her generosity by model and actor Sarah O 'Hare , the National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . The matriarch , who celebrates her 81st birthday next month , was thanked personally yesterday for her generosity by actress Sarah O 'Hare , National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . -1 2290718 2290988 The researchers at Imperial College London had previously shown that the hormone could suppress the appetites of lean people . Bloom and his colleagues had previously shown that the hormone , PYY3-36 , could curb the appetites of lean people . -1 3046158 3046275 Voyager 2 , also launched in 1977 , lags some 1.6 billion miles behind Voyager 1 . Voyager 1 was launched on September 5 , 1977 , 16 days after its companion , Voyager 2 . -1 3015236 3015328 The film stars James Brolin as Mr. Reagan and Judy Davis as Mrs. Reagan . Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . -0 405201 405182 Wind River also cut costs , reducing first-quarter operating expenses by 28 percent to $ 47.1 million . Operating expenses fell 28 percent to $ 47.1 million in the first quarter from $ 65.8 million a year earlier . -1 2164195 2164454 But Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi in connection with previous bombings in India . Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi for past bombings . -1 2501607 2501591 A federal judge yesterday disconnected a new national " do-not-call " list , just days before it was to take effect , saying the agency that created it lacked the authority . A federal judge yesterday struck down the national do-not-call registry slated to take effect Oct. 1 , ruling the Federal Trade Commission had no authority to create the list . -1 1571089 1571025 The U.S. Conference Board said its latest measure of business confidence hit 60 after falling to 53 in its first quarter survey . The Conference Board said its measure of business confidence , which had fallen to 53 in the first quarter of 2003 , improved to 60 in the most recent second quarter . -0 921805 921755 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.69 points , or 0.98 percent , at 994.53 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > gained 18.35 points , or 1.13 percent , to 1,646.02 . -1 2338980 2338968 A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . -1 3332052 3331940 New York City will get an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the bonuses this year , compared with last year 's $ 125.4 million . New York City will collect an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the 2003 bonuses , compared with the $ 125.4 million it collected in 2002 . -1 1953719 1953643 Under state law , DeVries must be released to the jurisdiction in which he was convicted . Under state policy , DeVries was to be returned to San Jose , where he was last convicted . -1 1308432 1308295 Whitney said officials evacuated a YMCA camp that had been scheduled to host 250 people beginning Sunday . Whitney said officials evacuated a camp where 250 people were expected to arrive Sunday . -1 3335514 3335455 AN inquest into the car crash that killed Princess Diana will be held January 6 , the royal family 's coroner announced overnight . Inquests into the deaths of Diana , Princess of Wales and Dodi Fayed will be formally opened in the New Year , the Royal Family 's coroner announced yesterday . -1 1424734 1424584 United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan suggested on Monday that the United States should lead a multinational force to stop fighting between government forces and rebels in Liberia . U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Saturday called for the urgent dispatch of a multinational force to Liberia to halt fighting between government and rebel forces that has killed hundreds . -0 750991 751125 Chairman Michael Powell and FCC colleagues at the Wednesday hearing . FCC chief Michael Powell presides over hearing Monday . -0 773545 773722 MessageLabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , said it had filtered out 27,000 infected e-mails in 115 countries as of Thursday morning . Messagelabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , has labeled the worm " high risk " and reports more than 31,000 infections in 120 countries . -0 582699 582690 " We think it 's great news , " Enron spokesman Eric Thode said . Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . -0 381394 381254 Veritas said new customers can buy Bare Metal Restore for $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . -0 350042 350051 Officials at Microsoft and Lindon , Utah-based SCO couldn 't be immediately reached for comment . Microsoft in Europe could not be immediately reached for comment . -1 2763475 2763440 They did so after her feeding tube was removed this afternoon , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . They did visit after her feeding tube had been removed , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Roman Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . -1 3437671 3437440 He is expected to ask banks for around € 50m this week to keep the company afloat . He is expected to ask for a lifeline of around € 50m to pay suppliers and keep the company afloat . -1 327456 327366 Economists said that raised the odds of a rate cut at the Fed 's next meeting on June 24-25 . Economists said those concerns raised the odds that the Fed might reduce rates at its next meeting on June 24-25 . -1 3255139 3255157 The company had an operating loss of $ 56.7 million in the first half of 2003 . In the first half of this year , the company lost $ 56.7 million . -0 1798982 1799475 She has a boyfriend , too , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family Tuesday . She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . -1 607991 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . -0 582690 582670 Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . " We think it 's great news , " said Enron spokesman Eric Thode . -1 1794122 1794228 " In 1980 , 6 % of children aged six to 18 were overweight , " he said . From 1976 to 1980 , it said , 6 percent of children ages 6 to 18 were overweight . -1 737789 737933 He could get six to seven years in prison , plus fines . The charges carry up to 25 years in prison and $ 1.25 million in fines . -1 3277346 3277330 In the total external disk storage system market , revenue increased 1.5 percent year over year in the third quarter , to $ 3.2 billion . In the total external disk storage system market , McArthur said revenue increased 1.5 percent year-over-year in Q3 to $ 3.2 billion . -1 1583456 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . -1 3159648 3159697 An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by an eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , researchers have found . An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by a maddening eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , doctors reported on Saturday . -0 795984 795913 The legislation , which now goes to the full House , would amend the state 's 1988 corporate takeover law . The state House on Thursday approved legislation intended to clarify Michigan 's corporate takeover law . -0 3075693 3075784 They said the child was taken to Nassau County Medical Center for observation . The boy was taken to Nassau University Medical Center , where staff said he was " doing okay . " -1 3085147 3085018 The airline said the results showed that its recovery programme and other initiatives were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . It said today ’ s results showed that programme and other measures were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . -0 1279909 1279881 In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 34 points to 9,107 , while the Nasdaq composite index rose 2 points to 1,612 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . -1 347017 347002 In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once bustling streets , ubiquitous department stores stand mostly empty and restaurants are eerily quiet . In hardest-hit Taipei , traffic has disappeared from once-bustling streets and department stores and restaurants are virtually empty . -1 1592037 1592076 In a statement , Lee said he " no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on my name when naming Spike TV . " Spike Lee no longer believes that Viacom deliberately intended to trade on his name by calling its own venture " Spike TV , " according to a statement read in court Tuesday . -1 2319051 2319099 The seven other nations in the initiative are Britain , Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal and Spain . Other nations involved in the PSI include Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal , Spain and Britain . -1 1653312 1653243 " Accusations of improper activity are as false today as they were when the Democrats first made them , " Grella said . Accusations of improper activity are as false today as when the Democrats first made them . " -0 487931 488007 The euro was at 1.5276 versus the Swiss franc , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . -1 1257237 1257412 The Aspen fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by Monday on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . -0 3013483 3013540 Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong says China plays an important role in the integration of Asia , including managing the stresses and strains both within and between countries . HAINAN PROVINCE , China : Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong said China plays an important role in the integration of Asia . -1 666384 666485 The court on Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . -1 838787 838830 In 1999 , Mauritania became only the third Arab League state to establish full diplomatic relations with the Jewish state . It is one of only three states in the Arab League to hold full diplomatic relations with Israel . -1 1196004 1196099 Just across a river , St. Joseph has trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beachfront . Less than a mile away , across a river , St. Joseph features trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beach front . -1 2340480 2340449 That client component , the Microsoft Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , is what Microsoft posted for free download Tuesday . Microsoft released Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , the first software client , for free download earlier this week . -1 2020252 2020081 The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , an issue Microsoft on July 16 had warned about . The worm attacks Windows computers via a hole in the operating system , which Microsoft warned of 16 July . -1 1799157 1799761 But in Palestine , her rural neighbourhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had nothing but praise for Pte Lynch . In Palestine , a rural neighborhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had effusive praise for Lynch . -1 1387945 1388069 Justices Stephen Breyer , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Anthony Kennedy disagreed . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . -1 2965237 2965069 Cool , moist air moved into Colorado early Thursday and brought precipitation to two wind-whipped wildfires that had forced thousands to flee and threatened several hundred homes . Cool , moist air moved into Colorado overnight , raising hopes for firefighters battling two wind-whipped wildfires that forced thousands to flee and threatened hundreds of homes . -1 347274 347378 The latest outbreak seems to have begun with one of the female patients , a transfer from Jen Chi Hospital in Taipei . The outbreak seems to have begun with one of the roommates , a transfer from Taipei 's Jen Chi Hospital . -1 1724409 1724310 Its second-quarter earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double its prediction in April . But an earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double what Ford had predicted in April . -1 1641154 1641055 The board 's final report , expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the Columbia accident that killed seven astronauts , Gehman said . The board 's final report , which is expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the accident . -1 2840953 2840899 Treasury prices rose slightly , sending the 10-year note yield down to 4.38 percent from 4.39 percent late Friday . Treasury prices gained for the third day in a row , pushing the 10-year note yield down to 4.35 percent from 4.36 percent late Monday . -0 826611 826464 But it is clear that the Joint Intelligence Committee was not involved . This report was cleared by the Joint Intelligence Committee . -1 2000409 2000365 Microsoft acquired Virtual PC when it bought the assets of Connectix earlier this year . Microsoft acquired Virtual PC from its developer , Connectix , earlier this year . -0 2614947 2614904 The premium edition adds OfficeFront Page 2003 , Acceleration Server 2000 , and SQL Server 2000 . The premium edition adds ISA Server , SQL Server and a specialized edition of BizTalk 2004 . -0 983573 983700 PFP Legislator Kao Ming-chien ( ) , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to join the conference , will arrive in Malaysia today . Kao , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to attend the conference , however , was absent from the delegation . -0 1744257 1744378 In the year-ago quarter , the steelmaker recorded a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents per share , on sales of $ 1.14 billion . In the second quarter last year , AK Steel reported a profit of $ 16.2 million , or 15 cents a share . -1 2090590 2090456 Earlier , he told France Inter-Radio , " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic . " " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic , " Health Minister Jean-Francois Mattei said on France Inter radio . -0 1268103 1268213 SARS or severe acute respiratory syndrome emerged in November last year . Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome has infected 8459 people , 805 of whom died . -0 1119721 1119714 Sony claimed that the reader 's capacitance sensing technology cannot be fooled by paper copies and does not require cleaning . Its capacitance sensing technology electronically reads a fingerprint ; Sony says it can 't be fooled by paper copies and doesn 't require cleaning . -1 1983258 1983180 Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles , publicist Allen Eichhorn said Sunday . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . -1 2475319 2475452 Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . -1 1628189 1628166 He said there was no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card for hotels , motels or other overnight stops . There is no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card at any motel or overnight lodging , he said . -0 2464878 2465098 Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . Officers talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . -0 1513394 1513490 " There are some who feel that if they attack us , we may decide to leave prematurely , " Mr Bush said at the White House . " There are some who feel like conditions are such that they can attack us there , " Bush told reporters at the White House on Wednesday . -0 1686539 1686168 That fire , the largest wildfire in state history , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . -1 1723480 1723289 He listed LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line as toys that were stealing market share . LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line all were stealing market share , he said . -1 1186754 1187056 Amazon.com shipped out more than a million copies of the new book , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . Amazon.com shipped more than a million copies by Saturday afternoon , making Saturday the largest distribution day of a single item in e-commerce history . -1 2129589 2129472 Bush said that he ordered the Treasury Department to freeze the assets after the suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed 20 people Tuesday . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . -1 2842562 2842582 The show 's closure affected third-quarter earnings per share by a penny . The company said this impacted earnings by a penny a share . -1 2617726 2618287 " A lot of these are made-up stories , " Schwarzenegger told NBC television . " Well , first of all , a lot of these are made up stories , " Mr. Schwarzenegger said . -0 603159 603135 He said that President Bush 's proposed Clean Air Act amendment , called the Clear Skies Initiative , would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . He said that by allowing power companies more flexibility , the Clear Skies Initiative would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . -0 2873361 2873517 Gates dismissed the challenge from open-source programs such as Linux , which is gaining adherents in the public and private sectors . But Gates dismissed the challenge coming from open-source programs , including those written for operating systems such as Linux . -1 655516 655401 The global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the SARS virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll is 770 with more than 8300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . -1 2530067 2530487 Chances were , he said more than a week ago , he would see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . Chances are , he will see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . -0 1947412 1947484 The appeal came as NATO was preparing to the take command of the 5,000 strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) on Monday . The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation on Monday assumes command of the 4.600-strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) which is helping with security and reconstruction in the Afghan capital . -1 69687 69610 Compared with the same quarter last year , Cisco earned $ 729 million , or 10 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.82 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . -1 2852505 2852372 He adds : " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room . " " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room , " Mr Gest says of one incident . -1 2029542 2029603 In the interview , Janet Racicot said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water early Saturday morning . Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . -0 2355787 2356027 After the war she spent three years in custody but tribunals cleared her of any wrongdoing . After the war , she spent three years under Allied arrest . -1 3200940 3201393 Jackson , 45 , posted a $ 3 million bond and returned to Las Vegas , where he is filming a music video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . -0 431076 431242 After the two-hour meeting on May 14 , publisher Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr . , executive editor Howell Raines and managing editor Gerald Boyd pledged quick remedies to staff grievances . The committee will make recommendations to Publisher Arthur Sulzberger , Executive Editor Howell Raines and Managing Editor Gerald Boyd . -1 667124 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " she said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . -1 2213910 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of torture , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . -0 640880 640597 " There 's nothing we can do to stop " the water flow , Stegman said . " Right now , there is nothing we can do , " Stegman said . -1 404585 404787 Mr. Soros branded Mr. Snow 's policy shift a " mistake . " Soros criticised Snow 's policy shift as a " mistake " . -1 1268437 1268577 The Federal Open Market Committee meeting gets under way on Tuesday with a monetary policy decision due on Wednesday . The Federal Open Market Committee will end its two-day policy-setting meeting and announce its decision on Wednesday . -0 2408619 2408559 Late last month Microsoft restricted access to its MSN Messenger network . Microsoft last month said it is updating its MSN Messenger service in October . -1 3407279 3407314 Rashidi Ahmad , 33 , was found dead in his pickup truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , near Franklin Boulevard . Sheriff 's deputies found Ahmad in his truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , just south of the Sacramento city limits along Franklin Boulevard . -0 2784891 2784624 Bolivia 's army fought to stop columns of protesters from streaming into the food-starved capital on Wednesday as a popular uprising against the president spread . Bolivia 's army fought to stop a column of dynamite-wielding miners from streaming into the besieged capital on Wednesday , leaving two dead as a popular uprising against the President spread . -1 231001 231030 Both Mr Blair and Foreign Secretary Jack Straw have denied that Britain had reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . Mr Blair and the Foreign Secretary , Jack Straw , have denied Ms Short 's claims that Britain has reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . -1 1393764 1393984 It 's been a busy couple of days for security gurus assigned to keep their companies safe and sound . It 's been a busy couple of days for enterprise security gurus tasked with the job of keeping their companies safe and sound . -0 2232494 2232543 They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports with the remainder Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . -0 1988217 1988201 Johnson and four other protesters were arrested soon afterward for blocking the roadway , a state misdemeanor . Johnson and four other protesters , ages 69 to 86 , were arrested for blocking the roadway . -1 3438092 3438142 The government has chosen three companies to develop plans to protect commercial aircraft from shoulder-fired missile attacks , homeland security officials announced Tuesday . The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it has selected three companies to continue research into ways to thwart shoulder-fired missile attacks on U.S. commercial aircraft . -1 1466129 1466006 Vivendi argues the agreement had not been approved by the board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances when new CEO Jean-Rene Fourtou took over . Vivendi argues the agreement was not approved by its board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances at the time . -1 2923681 2923670 Two Americans killed in a recent ambush in Afghanistan were contract employees of the CIA , the agency said Tuesday . Two CIA operatives have been killed in an ambush in Afghanistan , the CIA said yesterday . -0 2916199 2916164 Lu reclined in a soft chair wearing a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . " It 's great to be back home , " said Lu , dressed in a woolly coat near the blackened capsule . -1 2530671 2530542 Gov. Bob Riley proposed the budget cuts after Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 . After Alabama voters rejected his $ 1.2 billion tax plan Sept . 9 , Riley forecast significant cuts in state programs . -1 3445922 3445856 Over the weekend , NASA landed a six-wheeled robot on Mars to study the planet . Last Saturday , a six-wheeled robot developed by NASA landed on Mars and began sending back images of the planet . -1 539640 539371 Mr Charlton was in the third aisle when a man in a brown suit raced past him with his hands in the air , armed with the stakes . He said a man in the seventh row in a " brown suit raced past me with his hands raised in the air " armed with sharp stakes . -1 1536566 1536602 On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed another case , this one against Merrill Lynch investors in the firm 's Global Technology Fund . On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed a similar class-action lawsuit filed by investors who lost money in Merrill 's Global Technology fund . -0 3092148 3092128 Overall control will be wielded by a national security council , headed by Mr Arafat . The other six security agencies will report to a National Security Council headed by Arafat . -1 758335 758269 Congress twice passed partial birth bans , but former President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the need for a health exception , vetoed both measures . Congress passed the measure twice and President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the lack of a health exception , vetoed it . -1 1307707 1307622 The Syrian government has said nothing in public about the raid . The Syrian government has had no public reaction to the clash . -1 2483416 2483366 Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other and Hackett had no connection to Colby , Doyle said . State police Lt. Timothy Doyle said Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other , and that Hackett had no connection to the college . -1 2679225 2679025 At another point , Mr. Bush said : " The choice was up to the dictator , and he chose poorly . " The choice was up to the dictator and he chose poorly , " Mr Bush said . -1 219064 218969 " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . -1 2286593 2286504 Two hours earlier , they had recovered the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . Just before dawn Tuesday , searchers found the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . -0 495996 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " -1 2527952 2527760 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 . The median household earned income fell $ 500 over the same period to $ 42,400 . -1 2082070 2081886 President Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " for Americans about the nation 's outdated power grid . President George Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " to modernise the nation 's power-sharing system . -1 3153783 3153726 Eugene Uhl followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . -1 2380521 2380281 The main change , said Jim Walton , CNN 's president , is a fundamental shift in the way CNN collects its news . The main change , said CNN president Jim Walton , was a fundamental shift in the way the network collected its news . -1 1809381 1809368 The federal government intends to introduce legislation later this year that will ban unsolicited commercial e-mail , the Minister for Communications and Information Technology , Senator Richard Alston announced today . Australia will introduce legislation later this year to ban spam , the Minister for Communications , Information Technology and the Arts , Senator Richard Alston , announced today . -1 2635271 2635090 Legal experts said the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . -1 3064953 3064992 Five 17-year-olds have been charged with robbery and impersonating a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . -1 578185 578532 Doctors have speculated that estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . -1 2608381 2608419 They fear the treatment would leave 12-year-old Parker Jensen sterile and stunt his growth . The Jensens have said they fear the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . -1 2637178 2637350 No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . -0 2056695 2056127 Costner plays Charlie Waite , a cowboy with a violent past . In " Open Range , " Costner plays a cowboy who works with cattleman Robert Duvall . -1 2694821 2694682 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh , 52 , said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . -1 3034432 3034387 The Turkish troops also could be targets for attack , the ambassador acknowledged . Turkish troops almost surely would become targets for terrorists , the ambassador said . -0 377408 377367 You can reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or send e-mail to lberman @ detnews.com. You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. -0 2377289 2377259 Estonia 's place in the European mainstream and safeguard its independence regained in 1991 . Estonia was forcibly incorporated in the Soviet Union in 1940 and regained its independence only in 1991 . -1 2224622 2224687 The indictment ``strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , ' ' said U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . -0 2581013 2580985 Lee , 33 , told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . -1 2204550 2204582 Microsoft presented several options at the meeting , the consortium said in the statement . Microsoft officials presented " several options " it is considering , the W3C posting said . -1 1428181 1428275 About 25 governments have signed in the last four months , about half of those in the last three weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . -1 2439719 2439791 " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said lead director H. Carl McCall in a statement . " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said Carl McCall , the lead director of the NYSE board . -0 2110220 2110199 Franklin County Judge-Executive Teresa Barton said a firefighter was struck by lightning and was taken to the Frankfort Regional Medical Center . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . -1 3270885 3270862 Some 55 gang members and associates were arrested in a coordinated sweep across the West on Wednesday , some for charges not related to the casino brawl . About 57 gang members and associates were arrested across the West on Wednesday , some on charges not related to the casino brawl . -0 701341 701234 Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " -0 1369900 1369751 At the hearing yesterday , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men immediately released on bail , evidently unaware they had already left the country . At a hearing Wednesday morning , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men released on bail immediately . -1 3258665 3258734 Former Secretary of State Bill Jones has also expressed interest in the race but has not yet announced plans . Former Secretary of State Bill Jones , another potential major candidate , had not divulged his plans Tuesday . -0 2110325 2110199 Lt. Scotty Smither , a county firefighter , was struck by lightning . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . -0 3171466 3171578 " The flu season has had an earlier onset than we 've seen in many years , " said Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . -1 651796 651731 Johnsons site is www.katyjohnson .com. Maxs is www.tuckermax.com. Ms. Johnson 's site is www.katyjohnson .com. Mr. Max 's is www.tuckermax.com. -0 380073 379924 Gold 's rise pulled other precious metals higher , shunting silver to $ 4.81 / 83 an ounce from $ 4.77 / 79 last quoted in New York . Gold 's bounce pulled other precious metals higher , sending silver to $ 4.83 / 85 an ounce from $ 4.80 / 82 last quoted in New York . -1 166426 166354 Trade deals between manufacturers and grocery retailers or distributors have long been governed by complicated contracts that offer retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . Manufacturers and grocers or distributors have a long history of complicated contracts offering retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . -1 1095653 1095781 Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe theres no place but Lowes Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe there 's no place but Lowe 's Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " -1 2797254 2797312 It was the first speech by a US president to a joint session of the Philippines Congress since 1960 . President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . -1 1013480 1013210 We think they have the right to choose . " We think PeopleSoft customers deserve the right to choose , " Ellison said . -1 1927422 1927553 Pressed for details , Mr Warner said : " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group " . " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group , " Warner said . -1 2352216 2351995 Both rebels and government forces have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite the peace agreement . Both rebels and government forces , including those loyald to Taylor , have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite a peace deal . -1 171788 171546 He worked out how to get through the bone with his cheap " multitool " -type knife , made duller from futile attempts to scratch away at the rock . He worked out how to get through the bone with his ``multi-tool ' ' -type knife , made duller by futile attempts to chip away at the rock . -0 58543 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 14.17 points or 0.94 per cent to 1,517.05 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . -1 2522124 2522202 The juvenile arrested yesterday allegedly authored a variant of the worm known as " RPCSDBOT . " The variant the juvenile allegedly created was known as " RPCSDBOT . " -1 1027516 1027116 " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one as a stance against terrorism , " he replied . " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one to take a stance against terrorism . " -1 986927 986603 A draft statement , obtained by Reuters on Friday , stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . The EU statement stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge that Tehran is seeking nuclear weapons but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . -0 323440 323515 Jim Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , also was not available for comment immediately ; his secretary said he was reviewing the report . A secretary for James Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , said Eisenbrandt was reviewing the report this morning . -0 1864253 1863810 Police suspected that Shaichat , 20 , had been abducted either by Palestinians or by Israeli Arabs . Nobody claimed responsibility for Schaichat 's death , but police suspect that the 20-year-old soldier was abducted either by Palestinians or Israeli Arabs . -0 1580901 1580702 British ministers have been asked to explain why they gave undue prominence to the claim that Saddam Hussein could deploy chemical or biological weapons " within 45 minutes " . Ahead of the war , Blair cited British intelligence information that Saddam Hussein could deploy deadly chemical and biological weapons within 45 minutes . -0 3150803 3150839 During this year 's August to October quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores , including two relocations . During the third quarter , Lowe 's opened 38 new stores and now has 932 stores in 45 states . -0 2239197 2239088 Staff writers Selwyn Crawford and Colleen McCain Nelson and Brian Anderson of DallasNews.com contributed to this report . Staff writers Brandon Formby and Colleen McCain Nelson contributed to this report . -1 1789130 1789041 SCO intends to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully paid-for way , he said . We intend to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully-paid for way . " -1 1684216 1684179 Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an intensive effort to support the still unproven claim that Saddam had forbidden weapons . Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an effort to support the administration 's still unproven claim that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction . -1 2643264 2643170 South Asia follows , with 1.1 millions youths infected — 62 percent of them female . Of the 1.1 million infected in south Asia , 62 % are female . -1 2854480 2854525 Researchers have identified roughly 130 genes on chromosome six that may predispose humans to certain diseases . Beck and his team have identified roughly 130 genes that somehow cause or predispose humans to certain diseases . -1 839301 839710 Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas told Palestinian Satellite TV the helicopter strike was a " terrorist attack . " Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas denounced the helicopter strike as a " criminal and terrorist " Israeli attack . -0 1690838 1690632 Government bonds sold off sharply after Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday that the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of extended growth " . Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of sustained growth " . -1 3089073 3089213 This is what Dr. Dean said : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . He told the Register : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . " -1 3444661 3444792 A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . A photograph of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . -1 1534078 1533998 Mayor Mike Bloomberg weighs in former football star William ' The Refrigerator ' Perry for the 88th annual Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest . Ex-Bears star William ' the Refrigerator ' Perry competes in the Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest Friday . -1 587502 587614 Stocks had surged on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . Wall Street enjoyed a hefty rally on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . -0 969381 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . -1 1754660 1754722 A senior Administration official who briefed journalists on Friday said neither Mr Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the estimate in its entirety . The senior administration official said neither Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the entire National Intelligence Estimate . -0 581577 581596 Shares of Mandalay closed down eight cents to $ 29.42 , before the earnings were announced . Shares of Mandalay closed down 8 cents at $ 29.42 Thursday . -0 2834738 2834791 Three each came from Africa , Asia and Latin America . But 62 % of Catholics live in Africa , Asia and Latin America . -0 1684863 1685118 Muhammad will stand trial for the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean Harold Meyers , 53 . Muhammad , 42 , is charged in the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean H. Meyers , 53 , at a gas station in Manassas . -1 559424 559879 You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys who are out there competing with you . " You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys that are out there competing with the best of us . -1 2727213 2727379 The consensus estimate of analysts polled by Thomson First Call called for a profit of $ 1.70 per share . Analysts polled by Reuters Research , a unit of Reuters Group Plc , on average forecast profit of $ 1.69 per share . -0 1471951 1471935 Poland has finished assembling a 9,200-strong multinational stabilisation force it will command in central and southern Iraq , Defence Minister Jerzy Szmajdzinski said on Wednesday . The advance guard of the 9,200-strong multinational stabilization force Poland will command in central and southern Iraq left Wednesday on the country 's biggest military mission in nearly 60 years . -0 953684 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . -0 249655 249749 Shares in Tellabs were up 16 cents , or 2.2 percent , at $ 7.34 in morning trading on Nasdaq . Shares in Tellabs , after initially rising , were unchanged at $ 7.18 on Nasdaq shortly after midday . -1 271891 271839 Sony said the PSP would also feature a 4.5-inch LCD screen , Memory Stick expansion slots . It also features a 4.5 in back-lit LCD screen and memory expansion facilities . -0 2861783 2862110 Columbine gunman Dylan Klebold is shown firing a sawed-off shotgun in a video tape released by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Department . Harris also appears in the tape released Wednesday by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Office . -0 222987 222901 The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . The yield fell 7 basis points to 3.61 percent , the lowest since March 12 and within 7 basis points of a 45-year low . -1 1598662 1598729 The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most--performers who have a hard time lining up work . Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . -0 2760410 2760324 Excluding the impact of accounting changes , Ford would have earned 13 cents a share . Excluding the $ 56 million charge and the accounting change , Ford 's third-quarter earnings amounted to 15 cents a share . -1 3067866 3067845 Sharon says he is willing to free the two as holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . Sharon has said he is willing to free Dirani and Obeid because holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . -1 1098141 1097919 PeopleSoft also said it expects the acquisition to close in the third calendar quarter of 2003 . PeopleSoft said the JD Edwards acquisition would close in the third quarter . -1 173827 173719 The dollar was also helped by concerns about possible yen- selling intervention by Japanese authorities . The dollar was helped on Friday by talk of yen-selling intervention by Japanese authorities on Thursday and Friday . -0 1123342 1123317 State health officials said Monday a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed Tuesday that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . -0 1615248 1615008 " It 's hard to believe that we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , which is a very profound decision . " " It 's hard to imagine we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , " Bush said . -0 2054464 2054792 After hours of debate , the Senate passed the reform package 32-4 . The House passed the bill 87-26 after the Senate approved it , 32-4 . -1 607207 607083 Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control this month . Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control in the last week of May . -1 167471 167369 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely . . . that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " -1 2658336 2658427 He 'll present his proposals to the state Legislature in January . The governor will present his budget proposals to the General Assembly in January . -1 2049267 2049335 Washington is wary of involvement , given its commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . The United States is wary of deep involvement in Liberia given commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . -1 2490925 2490771 But U.S. District Judge Joseph DiClerico denied their request in a brief ruling . In a brief ruling , US District Judge Joseph A. DiClerico Jr. denied their motion for an injunction . -0 1446259 1445947 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix , by J.K. Rowling , Scholastic , 870 pages , $ 29.99 . In ' ' The Order of the Phoenix , ' ' Harry is 15 , and fully a teenager at last . -0 782003 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors _ three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . -1 1048624 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several area families who had hiked up wooded hillsides in advance of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . -1 3154866 3154978 A 1991 Florida straw poll helped catapult a little-known Bill Clinton to national prominence . A similar Florida straw poll in 1991 brought attention to Bill Clinton , according to Democrats . -0 2829648 2829613 Clinton did not mention that two Democratic senators , Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted to shelve the McCain bill . Two Democrats , Sen. Charles Robb of Virginia and Wendell Ford of Kentucky , voted with the 40 Republicans . -1 1934033 1933985 " Our own history should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " Rice said in reference to Iraq . " Our own histories should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " she said . -1 2045542 2045082 He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . Lakhani , 68 , is charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists and acting as an arms broker without a license . -0 3386414 3386441 In Lytle Creek Canyon , a 4-foot-high mud flow crossed a road , trapping a car . In Lytle Creek Canyon , the rain caused several mudslides , including a 4-foot-high flow across a road that trapped a car . -1 666915 667358 However , prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against guards , though Fine said his inquiry is not finished . Prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against corrections officers , although Fine said his inquiry was not finished . -1 1404480 1404314 About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . -1 987501 987609 Justices said that the Constitution allows the government to administer drugs only " in limited circumstances . " In a 6-3 ruling , the justices said such anti-psychotic drugs can be used only in " limited circumstances . " -1 1748331 1748343 Dr. Greg Robinson -- an AIDS patient -- left Health Canada 's advisory committee because of inconsistencies in pot access . Greg Robinson , a doctor who has AIDS , resigned from Health Canada 's advisory committee because of what he described as inconsistencies in the access program . -1 886904 887158 Some of the company 's software developers will join Microsoft , but details haven 't been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsoft 's security business unit . Some of the companys software developers will join Microsoft , but details havent been finalized , said Mike Nash , corporate vice president of Microsofts security business unit . -1 650062 650095 The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . -0 2929323 2929306 Peter Lyman and Hal Varian of Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems say that information production has increased by 30 percent each year between 1999 and 2002 . That task appealed to two masters of the megabyte , Peter Lyman and Hal Varian , professors at the University of California-Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems . -1 2209112 2209391 The league said it is not taking a position on whether Governor Gray Davis should be recalled in the Oct. 7 voting , and will not endorse a replacement candidate . The group said it is not taking a position on whether Davis should be recalled and will not endorse a replacement candidate . -1 139442 139370 In 1999 , NIST found , the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . -1 2469444 2469659 Mr Annan said terrorism " will only be defeated if we act to solve the political disputes and long-standing conflicts which generate support for it " . Annan said terrorism would only be defeated " if we act to solve the longstanding conflicts which generate support for it . " -0 2469350 2469343 Smackdown , first organized by WWE , registered more than 400,000 voters for the 2000 presidential election . Since the election , the group has registered more than 400,000 voters . -0 699968 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . -1 2889197 2889176 " He did a bad job going up there , " Mr. Villalona said . Villalona put it more bluntly : ``He did a bad job going up there , ' ' he said . -0 3351439 3351513 " Michael is innocent , " Jackson 's mother , Katherine , said in a written statement . " Michael Jackson is unequivocally and absolutely innocent of these charges , " Geragos said . -1 1319170 1319473 The German financial regulator , BaFin , may prove critical of WestLB 's risk assessment . An investigation by BaFin , the German financial regulator , has condemned the bank 's risk controls . -0 1853409 1854181 U.S. President George W. Bush said " the nation lost a great citizen " with Hope 's death . " The nation lost a great citizen , " U.S. President George W. Bush said Monday . -1 868100 868040 An Associated Press report is included . Material from the Associated Press supplemented this report . -0 3353310 3353302 The manufacturers include Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd . , and Sharp Corp. Companies expected to benefit from the funds are Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd. and Sharp Corp. -1 2725648 2725720 Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly will be between one and three . Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly could be as many as three . -0 173928 173865 The euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in early Asian trading before standing at $ 1.1525 / 30 . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . -1 842309 842484 Radio reports said hundreds of settlers converged on the four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . Army Radio reported early today that hundreds of settlers converged on four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . -1 2357993 2357953 " They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence of the risks of this and other drugs in the future . They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence for the dangers and risks of this and other drugs in the future . " -1 2119782 2119685 The computers were reportedly located in the U.S. , Canada and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . -1 2725674 2725751 He said the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons , but said he did not think that the Shenzhou V had military applications . He said he did not think that the Shenzhou V launch had military applications , even though the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons . -1 767089 767056 The leased applications are designed to help sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . Salesforce.com rents software that helps corporate sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . -1 2057020 2056955 And although he has acted in period dramas before in screen versions of Jane Austens Persuasion and Charlotte Brontes Jane Eyre Henchard is a breed apart . And although he has acted in period dramas before - in screen versions of Jane Austen 's " Persuasion " and Charlotte Bronte 's " Jane Eyre " - Henchard is a breed apart . -1 2482633 2482523 US District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for US Sugar Corp. , which led the fight for his ouster . U.S. District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for U.S. Sugar Corp. , which led the fight against Hoeveler . -0 2632692 2632767 Wal-Mart has said it plans to open at least 40 Supercenters in the state in the coming years ; analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . At least 40 of the outlets will be in California , and analysts expect four or more to be in San Diego County . -1 2240399 2240149 Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and to let unions organize the workers by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . Cintas is battling efforts to unionize 17,000 of its workers and labor 's demands to let its workers organize by signing cards , rather than by a lengthy election process . -0 3380184 3380987 For Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) , the house means stability and family . Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) is desperate that her family not find out that her life has fallen apart . -1 2770134 2770265 The justices declined without comment to review the ruling that upheld physicians ' rights to speak freely with their patients . The justices declined without comment to review a lower-court ruling that said doctors should be able to speak frankly with their patients . -1 805457 805985 The opposition would resort to rolling mass action " at strategic times of our choice and without warning to the dictatorship , " he said . " From now onwards we will embark on rolling mass action at strategic times of our choice and without any warning to the dictatorship , " he said . -1 3282609 3282552 It has also been revealed the boy 's family filed two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a $ 165,000 settlement in one case . It has also been revealed that the boy ’ s family has launched two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a £ 90,000 settlement in one case . -1 1643570 1643198 Dr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure . Mr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure of 45 minutes in the dossier . -1 2896308 2896334 Federal Agriculture Minister Warren Truss said the Government still did not know the real reason the sheep were rejected at the Saudi port of Jeddah on August 21 . He said the Government still did not know the real reason the original Saudi buyer pulled out on August 21 . -0 820382 820723 Only 12 of the last 30 attempts to reach Mars have succeeded ( two are in transit ) . Of about 30 attempts to reach Mars , only 12 missions have succeeded . -0 186673 186613 Lucent 's stock shed 6 cents , or 2.7 percent , to close at $ 2.15 after heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . Lucent 's stock was up a penny at $ 2.22 in heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday afternoon . -1 243838 243710 Mitchell , Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya , Movin ' Out , complete the field . Brian Stokes Mitchell , who stars in a revival of Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya of Movin Out fill out the category . -1 2110775 2110924 Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said that scenario is one among many that investigators are considering . Tom Kraynak , manager of operations and resources for the Canton , Ohio-based East Central Area Reliability Council , said investigators are considering the scenario . -1 521939 521928 But White House spokesman Ari Fleischer said yesterday : " The steps the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qa 'ida are insufficient . " " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient . -1 1357059 1357100 The Smyrna Nissan plant was recently named the most productive automotive manufacturing site in North America , said Kisber . Last week , a national study ranked Nissan 's Smyrna plant the most productive in North America . -0 3406445 3406440 On Hebert 's body were his wallet , driver license and cell phone , its batteries drained , Tracy said . He was identified by his driver 's license and cell phone , Utah County Sheriff Jim Tracy said . -1 3009743 3009639 Drewes and a friend were playing a game of " ding-dong-ditch " -- ringing doorbells and running away -- in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . Drewes and his friend were pulling a mischievous , late-night game of " ding-dong-ditch " knocking on doors or ringing doorbells and running in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . -1 724060 723590 Advertising and circulation revenues from the flagship Martha Stewart Living magazine have declined . Advertising and circulation revenues for Martha Stewart Living magazine have taken a hit . -1 2396679 2396818 That risk , described as minor , remains " the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the statement released after the Fed meeting said . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . -1 413097 413107 But right now it looks manageable , " Gehman told reporters . Right now it looks to me like it 's going to be manageable , " he said . -0 1614015 1613879 Elsewhere in the diary , Truman showed a more familiar side , colorful and outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . History aside , the diary reveals a colorful , witty , introspective and irreverent president outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . -1 2916184 2916154 Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Pedro Duque of Spain landed in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 0240 GMT . Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Spain 's Pedro Duque came down in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 2 : 40 a.m. GMT . -0 644152 643712 Authorities in Alabama said the passage of time , and the transfer or retirement of some investigators , has not hurt their case . Meantime , federal authorities in Alabama said the passage of time has not hurt their case against Rudolph . -1 3093470 3093389 Fasting glucose was 142 mg / dL on average for those given usual care , compared with 129 mg / dL in the group given specialized care ( P < .01 ) . Fasting glucose , used to measure diabetes risk , was 142 on average for those given usual care compared to 129 in the group given special treatment . -0 2268664 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in critical condition . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . -1 3261251 3261222 The remaining five men continue to be questioned under Section 17 of the Terrorism Act . Three men and two women who were at the property were arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 . -1 2002136 2002037 Wall Street is looking for a profit of 30 cents a share in the third quarter and $ 1.31 for the fiscal year . Analysts were expecting a profit of 30 cents a share for the third quarter and $ 1.31 a share for the full year . -0 882107 882059 Daniel C. Clark and James Hargadon ; a former priest , Bruce Ewing ; and two teachers are awaiting trial . Two other priests , the Revs Daniel C Clark and James Hargadon , and a former priest , Bruce Ewing , are awaiting trial . -0 1578836 1578673 A senior air force official and a member of parliament were also on board , state radio report said . A senior air force official and a member of Parliament also died in the crash , it said . -1 907751 907588 The Nets and the Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while causing their high-scoring American Basketball Association forefathers to cringe . The Nets and the San Antonio Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while embarrassing their high-scoring ABA forefathers . -1 1646704 1646618 Police spokesman Brigadier-General Edward Aritonang confirmed that another two men had been arrested yesterday , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang in central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . -1 248894 248865 Most taxpayers will get surprise tax cuts of between $ 4 and $ 11 a week from July 1 . Australia 's 9 million income taxpayers received surprise tax cuts of between $ 3 and $ 11 a week from Treasurer Peter Costello last night . -1 3446482 3446446 " I can tell you that it 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM . " " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " -1 3085795 3085540 Roberts said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of a major attack in Saudi Arabia . Roberts said on Fox News Sunday that said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of an attack in Saudi Arabia . -1 2527006 2527060 Neither immediately said his agency would appeal the decision , but many others following the case said an appeal was likely soon . Neither said whether they would appeal the decision but others said an appeal was certain . -1 2341846 2341677 BofA said yesterday it had " policies in place that prohibit late-day trading " . Bank of America says its policies prohibit late-day trading , which is illegal . -1 2879203 2878495 Palm Beach County is considering adding up to $ 200 million more in incentives . Palm Beach County is prepared to kick in another $ 200 million to build the institute 's campus . -1 1084599 1084669 Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that does not necessarily prompt thoughts of Lee . Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that doesn 't necessarily prompt thoughts of the 46-year-old film director . -1 883875 883827 The American troops , who also defend the mayor 's compound , have been attacked on two separate occasions . The American troops from 3-15 infantry , who also defend the compound of the Falluja mayor , have been attacked on two occasions . -1 2221994 2222004 YES filed suit yesterday in the Supreme Court of New York County in Manhattan . The suit was filed in the Supreme Court of New York County . -1 1762569 1762526 Hester said Sanmina was the best fit among several purchase offers the company received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . Hester said Sanmina 's offer was the best among several Newisys received from electronics manufacturers and computer makers . -0 3414762 3414734 Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of the Oak Brook , Ill.-based hamburger giant closed at $ 24.60 , up 51 cents , or 2.1 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2869052 2869113 The discovery was published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine . They appear in the Oct. 23 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . -0 684942 684976 " At that time I didn 't agree , because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren and security , " he says . In a generous gesture of uncharacteristic compassion , Samudra claims : " At that time I didn 't agree because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren " . -0 998493 998303 Tamil parties blame the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) for these killings . The government wanted to revive talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) to discuss the interim structure . -0 2706154 2706185 The other inmate fell but Selenski shimmed down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof and used the mattress to scale a razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . -1 786554 786522 Mr. Grassley and Mr. Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . -1 2331892 2331244 Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national DNA data base in August . Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national database last month . -1 776470 776441 In January , Georgia 's U.N. envoy Revaz Adamia accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " In January , it accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the U.N. Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " -1 2226471 2226151 If you 're over here thinking this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " If you think this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " -1 2054996 2054926 WHO noted that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was due to overuse of antibiotics by doctors -- not due to farmers . The WHO said in a report on Wednesday that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was not due to farmers , but to overuse of antibiotics by doctors . -1 3254506 3254576 In Canada , Tim Hortons ' same-store sales were up as much as 6.7 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . -1 3123856 3123720 One had also pointed to the word refugee in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . -1 1057995 1057778 The hearing , expected to last a week , will determine whether Akbar faces a court-martial . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . -1 452856 452912 Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ISPH.O tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ( nasdaq : ISPH - news - people ) tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . -1 2263996 2263904 Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko managed a space first earlier this month by marrying his earth-bound fiance by space phone . Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko achieved a first earlier this month when he married his earth-bound fiancee by video link . -1 1015170 1015204 Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . -0 545815 545928 On Monday , one American soldier was killed and another was wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . -1 2011669 2011807 A senior Malaysian member of JI testified in June that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . A senior Malaysian member of Jemaah Islamiah testified on June 26 that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had also called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . -0 441111 441030 Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez did not leave the private jet during a stop for customs inspection at Brown Field . Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez arrived at the airport in separate ambulances . -1 1306668 1306618 Maddox , 87 , cracked two ribs when he fell about 10 days ago at an assisted living home where he was recovering from intestinal surgery , Virginia Carnes said . Maddox , who had battled cancer since 1983 , cracked two ribs earlier this month when he fell at an assisted living home where he was recovering from surgery . -1 3085125 3085085 Mr Adams , managing director , will become chief executive on January 1 . Paul Adams , BAT managing director , will take over as chief executive in January . -1 339434 339408 " Really , this plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City , " Mr. Silver said . " His plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City . " -1 78643 78719 Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages yesterday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least 22 people , military officials said . Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages Sunday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least three people , the military and rebels said . -1 1625779 1625975 " I am responsible for the approval process in my agency , " he said in Friday 's statement . Second , I am responsible for the approval process in my agency . -1 1386884 1386857 He said he has begun a court action to seize Beacon Hill 's assets and has frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . He said he has initiated a forfeiture action in court and frozen more than $ 13 million Beacon Hill had when it closed . -1 1356983 1357063 The $ 250 million expansion will boost Nissan 's total investment at its two Tennessee plants to $ 2.75 billion . This will bring Nissan 's total capital investment in Tennessee to $ 2.75 billion . -1 1777394 1777314 The document , headlined Information for Health Care Professionals , warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions . The document warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions in some cases . -1 1438096 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 0.8 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 lost 0.9 percent and Germany 's DAX index gave back 1 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . -1 724297 724443 On a positive note , C & W 's estimated lease commitments -- one potential hurdle to U.S. exit -- fell 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . Added to savings on the dividend , C & W 's estimated lease commitments , one hurdle to its U.S. escape , fell by 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . -1 788048 788091 Attorneys for the defense and media have filed documents opposing a gag order . Attorney Gloria Allred , who is representing Frey , also filed documents opposing a gag order in the case . -1 3093023 3092996 Speaking for the first time yesterday , Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had was in prison or that he had remarried . Brigitte 's maternal aunt said his family was unaware he had been sent to prison , or that he had remarried in Sydney . -1 511693 511287 " Our policies are well-known , and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy " on Iran , Powell said . " Our policies are well known and I 'm not aware of any changes , " Secretary of State Colin Powell said Tuesday . -0 2187868 2187826 " They were brutally beaten , and it 's really a wonder that Porchia is the only deceased in this case . " " It 's a wonder that Porchia was the only deceased in this case , " Sax added . -0 3384254 3383797 At least 13 of the affected flights were scheduled out of Atlanta . At least 13 flights out of Atlanta were listed as canceled . -0 1308358 1308468 The blaze was only 5 percent contained early Monday . The blaze , started by lightning June 6 , is considered 95 percent contained . -1 3209548 3209513 " Here 's what happened : I go to their Web site and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " he said . " " I go to their website and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " Mr. Booher told a reporter . -0 67983 68260 The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . -1 3171869 3171847 Experts say they think better treatment , including widespread use of the drug tamoxifen , as well as mammogram screening are responsible for the improvement . Experts say they think better treatment , including use of the drug tamoxifen and mammogram screening , are responsible . -1 285795 285622 " He wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . As far as I know , he wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . " -0 1977523 1977693 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC inched down 1 point , or 0.11 percent , to 1,650 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . -1 1661381 1661317 " Close co-operation between our law enforcement agencies , close co-operation between our intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism . " Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . -0 969655 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . -1 2019241 2019199 The tuxedo shop was used as a front for laundering proceeds from a stolen credit cards . Ragin and Hayes were accused of using a phony tuxedo rental business as a front for laundering proceeds from stolen credit cards . -1 101700 101919 A Connecticut judge Tuesday sentenced a man to 30 years in prison in the death of a teenage girl he met on the Internet . A restaurant worker was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday for the sexual assault and strangling of a sixth-grade girl he met in an Internet chat room . -1 192697 192862 They say inspectors must certify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction before sanctions can be lifted . It calls for the return of U.N. weapons inspectors to verify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction . -1 3253370 3253092 State wildlife officials have concluded that the fluorescent zebra fish from Florida poses no danger , and they have recommended that the state exempt it from the ban . State wildlife officials have concluded that the Florida-grown fluorescent zebra fish poses no danger , and they have recommended that it be exempted from the state 's ban . -1 2226559 2226541 The high Saturday is expected to be about 92 degrees , and it will likely drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . The high today will be about 92 degrees and will drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . -0 2926039 2925982 The mother of a Briton held by Colombian guerrillasspoke of her relief yesterday after hearing that he might be freed in the next few weeks . The parents of a Briton being held hostage by Colombian rebels spoke yesterday of their optimism that he would be freed in time for his birthday next month . -1 2304746 2304666 Gartner raised its own worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 per cent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 per cent . Gartner Inc. also raised its worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 percent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 percent . -0 637168 637447 We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . McBride characterized Novell 's move as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " -0 2945092 2945178 Strong spokeswoman Stephanie Truog said , " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . -0 1279593 1279614 AMD had revenue of $ 715 million and a loss of 42 cents a share during the March quarter . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . -1 696677 696932 After more than two years ' detention under the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty of subversion in Beijing 's No. 1 Intermediate Court last Wednesday . After more than two years in detention by the State Security Bureau , the four were found guilty last Wednesday of subversion . -1 498305 498375 Genetic studies of ethnic groups raise concerns because of fears that they could be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote stereotypes . Geneticists cite fears that ethnic-based research would be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote racial stereotypes . -1 3419191 3419297 General Huweirini , who has worked closely with the US , was wounded in the shooting on December 4 , US officials said . Huweirini , who has worked closely with U.S. officials , was wounded in an attack Dec. 4 , the U.S. officials said . -1 1168228 1168203 Similar bills passed the House twice but died in the Senate . Two years ago , the House passed a similar version that floundered in the Senate . -0 1387874 1388069 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy also dissented from the dismissal . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . -0 3119362 3119594 She countersued for $ 125 million , saying Gruner & Jahr broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions . She countersued for $ 125 million , saying G + J broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions and manipulated the magazine 's financial figures . -0 1788039 1787922 With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . -1 3122429 3122305 Mr Russell , 46 , a coal miner from Brisbane , said : " They are obviously hurting , so we are basically going over there to help them . " " They are obviously hurting so we are basically going over there to help them , " Russell , 46 , said . -1 1348909 1348954 The New York Democrat and former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 , but has not ruled out a race in later years . The former first lady has said she will not run for the White House in 2004 but has not ruled out a race later on . -1 1928242 1928533 Other recall suits are pending in federal court . There are three suits challenging the recall still pending in federal court . -1 1281627 1281485 Analysts have estimated the worth of the core properties at $ 10 billion- $ 15 billion . Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . -1 1922300 1922496 A prosecutor says Dorchester County parents were responsible for the death of their a 6-year-old autistic son , whose body was found in a pond near the family home . St George A prosecutor says a Dorchester County couple was responsible for the death of their 6-year-old autistic son whose body was found in a pond near the family home . -0 2365373 2365452 The Commerce Commission would have been a significant hurdle for such a deal . The New Zealand Commerce Commission had given Westpac no indication whether it would have approved its deal . -1 2262571 2262600 At least 7000 computers were affected by Parson 's worm , Assistant US Attorney Paul Luehr said . The FBI said at least 7000 computers were infected by Parson 's software . -1 2047843 2047749 In Ventura County , the number of closings and advisories dropped by 73 percent , from 1,540 in 2001 to 416 last year . The number of days when Texas beaches had swimming advisories dropped from 317 in 2001 to 182 last year . -0 3074273 3074290 On Saturday , the International Committee of the Red Cross said it was temporarily closing its offices in Baghdad and Basra . The International Committee of the Red Cross , fearful for the safety of its staff operating in Iraq , announced it was temporarily shutting its offices in Baghdad and Basra . -1 2458881 2459084 It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognize the results after Suu Kyi 's party won . It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognise the results when Miss Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won by a landslide . -1 1443586 1443540 The findings appear in next Friday 's Physical Review Letters . The findings will be reported Friday in the journal Physical Review Letters . -1 2442303 2442375 In Washington , the federal government remained closed for a second day . The nation 's capital was quiet today , with the federal government shut down for the second day . -0 162203 162101 It does not affect the current Windows Media Player 9.0 Series . Windows Media Player has had security problems before . -1 424636 424710 Aquila is short of cash , and Avon bondholders at one point feared it may default on interest payments . Avon bondholders have no recourse to Midlands 's assets and at one point feared Aquila would default on interest payments . -0 2274850 2274727 Janice Kelly said her husband had received assurances from senior MoD officials that his name would not be made public . She told the inquiry that her husband had received assurances from his line manager and senior ministry officials that when he came forward his name would not be made public . -1 3261229 3261252 The arrests came two days after Ken Livingstone , the London Mayor , claimed police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . London Mayor Ken Livingstone announced over the weekend that police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . -1 2427913 2427947 In the evening , he asked for six pizzas and soda , which police delivered . In the evening , he asked for six pepperoni pizzas and two six-packs of soft drinks , which officers delivered . -1 3372289 3372332 For the full 12-month period , high-speed cable modem connections increased by 49 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . -1 1747026 1747118 Even her request , decades later , to attend her father 's funeral on the island was denied . Years later , Cuba refused permission for her to attend her father 's funeral . -1 1076855 1076875 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and is also suspected of a 1997 Georgia killing . Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . -0 3242382 3242517 Advancers outnumbered decliners 1,821 to 1,199 on the New York Stock Exchange on volume of just over 480 million shares . Advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 4-to-3 ratio on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 3158959 3159002 Mississippi placed among the bottom 10 states in 13 of the 17 measures . Mississippi is among the bottom five states on nine other measures . -0 71501 71627 The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . -0 423841 423882 Most other potential buyers are interested only in cherry-picking the most attractive assets . Other potential suitors are not interested in acquiring only the music business . -0 1396291 1396477 " Generally unwanted - and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent - spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes , warming us up for the punchline . Generally unwanted — and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent — spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes . -1 1599833 1599728 " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light - through the prism of our experience on 9-11 . " " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " -1 174386 174482 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.14 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.41 . " The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . -1 917966 918316 In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and the costs of outpatient hospital care rose by 14.6 percent , the study . In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and that on outpatient hospital care by 14.6 percent . -1 2630954 2631063 This decision would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy , " he said . He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " -1 1314758 1315056 The truck was later found parked near the Tacoma Mall about three miles away . The Sonoma was later found near the Tacoma Cemetery , south of the Tacoma Mall . -1 2907762 2907649 Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations and large branches of the United Way by 15 percent and 28.6 percent , respectively . Donations stemming from the Sept . 11 attacks helped push up contributions to human service organizations by 15 percent and to large branches of the United Way by 28.6 percent . -0 2815611 2815494 No charges were announced , but the statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday . An FBI statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday in federal court in Baltimore . -1 2352856 2353073 The WHO says the latest case does not fit its profile of SARS and is not a public health concern . The WHO has said the Singapore case did not fit its profile of SARS and was " not an international public health concern . " -0 2065849 2065533 He was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed , " Bush said . " He 's a known killer who was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed . -0 344085 344229 Some analysts estimate sales of Xolair could reach $ 260 million by 2006 and $ 750 million by 2008 . Analysts estimate peak annual U.S. sales of Xolair will top $ 200 million . -0 820901 820928 The highly integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , the part requires only minimal external components . With integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , BlueCore3-Multimedia is available in LFBGA package . -1 2221430 2221460 For the week , the Russell 2000 , the barometer of smaller company stocks , advanced 11.92 , or 2.5 percent , closing at 497.42 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . -1 2905150 2904961 In Chatsworth , 52km north-west of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were being told to begin gathering their belongings . In Chatsworth , 32 miles northwest of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were told to gather their belongings . -1 1908353 1908610 Thompson ordered Moore to remove the monument within 30 days , but stayed that order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . On Dec. 19 , he gave Moore 15 days to remove it , but a week later stayed his order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . -1 3015457 3015476 Her 92-year-old husband is now severely debilitated by Alzheimer 's disease . The 92-year-old former president is suffering from Alzheimer 's disease . -1 2315858 2315632 Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will have to say about him at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person presidential fund-raiser . Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will say at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person reception to raise funds for his presidential re-election bid . -1 2167771 2167744 In May , Mr. Hatfill said he was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Georgetown . Last May , Hatfill was struck by a vehicle being driven by an FBI employee who was tailing him in Washington 's Georgetown neighborhood . -1 983252 983273 To the caller who claimed to have found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you , " no-questions-asked " . To the Sound-Off caller who said they found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you on a " no-questions-asked " basis . -1 347389 347285 Also , hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms are " moving along impressively , " Dr. Roth said . Dr. Roth also said that hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking-lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms were " moving along impressively . " -1 1167820 1168134 His opinion contradicts one issued in 1992 by then-Attorney General Bob Stephan . Kline 's legal opinion differs from the interpretation issued by former Attorney General Bob Stephan in 1992 . -1 2945688 2945844 You can use interactive features on the IRS Web site ( www.irs.gov ) to track refunds or advance child-credit payments . Taxpayers unsure if they are owed refunds can use interactive features on the IRS Web site to track refunds or advance child credit payments . -1 3320577 3320553 " I will support a constitutional amendment which would honor marriage between a man and a woman , codify that , " he said . " If necessary , I will support a constitutional amendment which would honour marriage between a man and a woman , codify that . " -1 1185923 1186190 That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president , " he told a rally in New Hampshire . " That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president of the United States . " -0 396045 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman said she will send a U.S. technical team to Canada to assist in the situation . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . -1 2010110 2010239 The charges were dismissed in Franklin County Municipal Court . Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Janet Grubb approved dismissal of the charges . -1 2183969 2183948 While JI has undoubted links with al-Qaeda , the relationship " may be less one of subservience ... than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . While JI has undoubted links with the terrorist group al-Qaeda , the report says the relationship " may be less one of subservience . . . than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . -1 121580 121626 He told the jury Stubbs is a " cold , calculating killer . " District Attorney Dave Lupas reminded jurors that Stubbs is , " a cold , calculating killer " . -0 816251 816455 Oracle shares fell 27 cents , or 2 percent , to $ 13.09 . Oracle shares also rose on the news , up 15 cents to $ 13.51 on the Nasdaq . -1 2444676 2444641 Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry a day later , and six Cubans face trial in Key West in December over a March plane hijacking . Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry , and six more are scheduled to go on trial in Key West in December for a plane hijacking in March . -1 1958648 1958602 Helen Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . The two others , former Dynegy executives Helen Christine Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Shannon Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . -1 1369885 1369736 The men were immediately flown to nearby Botswana on a chartered Air Malawi flight , Malawi intelligence officials said on condition of anonymity . The men were flown to nearby Botswana on an Air Malawi flight , the officials said . -0 1757343 1757308 Authorities in Ohio , Indiana and Michigan have searched for the bodies . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . -1 2615271 2615234 Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying launch will be between Oct. 10 and 17 and will carry two men . The Web site of Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying it would happen between Oct. 10 and 17 and carry two men . -0 2761028 2761040 Excluding autos , retail sales rose by 0.3 % in September , lower than a forecast rise of 0.5 % . Retail sales fell 0.2 percent overall in September compared to forecasts of a 0.1 percent dip . -1 849291 849442 IBM of the US and Infineon Technologies of Germany will today announce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . IBMof the US andInfineon Technologies of Germany willon Tuesdayannounce a technological development that could threaten multi-billion dollar memory chip markets . -1 1308545 1308565 He said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of an existing firebreak dug during last year 's fire north of Mount Lemmon . Fire spokesman Gordon Gay said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of burned areas from last year 's Bullock fire . -0 2512785 2512881 Earlier this month , RIM had said it expected to report second-quarter earnings of between 7 cents and 11 cents a share . Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . -1 883815 883864 Iraqi officials say the attacks are being carried out by what they call outsiders who slip into Falluja and attack at night . Iraqi officials here insist that the attacks are being carried out by " outsiders " who slip into Fallujah and attack at night . -0 1200832 1201040 In court , Stewart briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . -1 1357464 1357572 GM 's offering is also expected to include about $ 3.5 billion in convertible securities . GM is also expected to issue $ 3.5 billion via a convertible bond offering , market sources said . -0 763948 763991 Costa 's semifinal opponent is Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero , whom he beat in last year 's final . Costa will play Juan Carlos Ferrero next in a rematch of last year 's final . -1 52393 52606 At about 3 p.m. on Friday , a relative of Bondeson called police to report his apparent suicide . Two hours later , at 3 : 22 p.m. , a relative contacted police to report a suicide . -0 1322287 1322312 The US Senate judiciary committee overcame a significant hurdle yesterday in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure . The Senate judiciary committee on Tuesday overcame a significant hurdle in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure but the most difficult obstacles remain . -1 3151735 3151876 Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children 's clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities . Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children ’ s clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities for children while their parents shop . -0 316318 316283 In 2002 , the West Nile virus infected 4,000 people and took 284 lives in the United States . In contrast , he said , West Nile virus made 4,156 people ill and killed 284 in the United States and Canada last year . -1 1305312 1305623 Activists say they fear the gathering is an attempt by corporate farming to push bio-engineered crops on starving countries . Instead , they fear the conference is an attempt by corporate farming and biotech interests to push into new markets . -1 429365 429387 Yesterday , Taiwan reported 35 new infections , bringing the total number of cases to 418 . The island reported another 35 probable cases yesterday , taking its total to 418 . -1 1908763 1908744 A former employee of a local power company pleaded guilty Wednesday to setting off a bomb that knocked out a power substation during the Winter Olympics last year . A former Utah Power meter reader pleaded guilty Wednesday to bombing a power substation during the 2002 Winter Olympics . -1 2197839 2197806 Additionally , early voting will be conducted from 1 to 6 p.m. Sept . 7 . Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . -0 1389812 1389837 Enron 's 401 ( k ) plan covered about 20,000 workers , retirees and beneficiaries . Enron 's stock comprised as much as 61 % of the workers ' 401 ( k ) portfolios . -1 868307 868276 He said that it would be ' ' very difficult ' ' to establish a cause of death . Even with time , he said , " it 's going to be very difficult to determine the cause of death . " -0 2028443 2028477 Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering said the victims appeared to be customers of the bank . One of the shooting victims died , according to Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering . -1 47049 47079 He said the situation undermines efforts to win international co-operation in the war on terror . He said the way the situation was being handled was undermining efforts to win international cooperation in the war on terror . -1 2328722 2329008 Once identified , remains of terrorists are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan . Once identified , terrorist remains are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan where the unidentified remains are stored . -1 3085928 3085551 It ’ s just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort ” . It 's just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort . " -1 2495623 2495427 Some 50 million phone numbers are registered on the list , which was to take effect Oct. 1 . The FTC signed up 50 million phone numbers for the list , which was due to go into effect October 1 . -1 2756504 2756466 By comparison , the proportion of people with a BMI of 50 or above increased by a factor of five — from about 1 in 2,000 to one in 400 . Those with a BMI of 50 or greater , sometimes called super obesity , increased by a factor of five , from one in 2,000 to one in 400 . -1 2689306 2689004 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in his letter . -1 2195722 2195938 Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there will not be an increase in smog , the administration argues . Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there won 't necessarily be any increase in pollution , the administration argues . -1 2965122 2965159 " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the fire south of the city . " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the Douglas County fire command center . -1 544330 544222 Earlier this month , Bremer called off a visit here , a move officials privately linked to U.S. uncertainty about the Kurdish issue . Earlier this month , Mr. Bremer called off a visit , in a move that officials confided at the time was linked to uncertainty on the Kurdish situation . -1 636315 636406 The news will be announced Monday morning in Dallas at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . The plan is expected be disclosed Monday morning at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . -0 57271 57251 The Taiwan Stock Exchange will ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . A request for a two-month extension was denied and the Taiwan Stock Exchange is to ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . -0 1701278 1701371 All three had criminal records for stealing cattle , the statement said . It said they all had criminal records for stealing cattle and Lamas was twice imprisoned for armed robbery . -1 3461389 3461280 Auditors acknowledged the auditors did not look at priests ' personnel files . The auditors , for example , did not have access to church personnel files . -0 1876120 1876059 Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism - and cutting cholesterol - but come with the unwanted side effect of speeding up the heartbeat . Thyroid hormones are known to help in weight loss by stimulating metabolism , and they can help cut cholesterol too . -1 1924261 1924210 But U.S. troops will not shrink from mounting raids and attacking their foes when their locations can be pinpointed . But American troops will not shrink from mounting raids in the locations of their foes that can be pinpointed . -1 1548361 1547959 Responding to speculation that she was ready to retire , Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor indicated today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court . Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor said today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court , dismissing speculation that she was ready to retire . -1 2945288 2945178 " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals , " she said in the statement . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . -1 3184196 3184217 Senator Hill appeared completely unaware of the issue , which has been of serious concern to US , Australian and British intelligence officers . But Senator Hill appeared unaware of the intelligence problems that have been of serious concern to US , Australian and British military intelligence officers . -1 518089 518133 Judge Craig Doran said it wasn 't his role to determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but maintained that " he has committed an evil act . " Judge Craig Doran said he couldn 't determine if Hovan was " an evil man " but said he " has committed an evil act . " -0 952393 952394 In its quarter ended May 30 , Adobe earned $ 64.25 million , or 27 cents a share . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . -1 577860 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body 's own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . -1 1804153 1803716 Officials said one provision in the Senate-passed measure accounted for $ 40 billion over 10 years in the CBO calculation . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . -1 1952416 1952519 Indeed , prior defense filings said Moussaoui contended he was part of a post-Sept . 11 operation outside the United States . Previous defense filings said Moussaoui was to be part of an operation outside the United States . -1 2553131 2553325 Telemarketers argue that there is no logical link between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . Lawyers for the telemarketers said there was no logical connection between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . -0 229442 229500 I thought things went a bit overboard but I prefer to leave it on the field , " Sarwan said . " A lot of things ( were said ) , but I 'd prefer to leave it on the field , " he said . -1 498320 498385 The North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in New York announced plans for a tissue bank this month . North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System announced plans for a tissue bank earlier this month . -1 2927606 2927348 The tone was set by President Hu , the 60-year-old who became the Communist Partys general secretary in November last year and then the countrys president in March this year . The tone was set by Hu , 60 , who became the Communist Party 's general secretary last November and then the country 's president this March . -1 696329 696168 The United States only agreed to let the agency back into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . Washington only agreed to let the U.N. mission into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . -1 2898561 2898543 After that process is completed , it will take an additional six to eight months to refurbish the center , Day said . After that , it will take six to eight months more to refurbish the center , said Thomas Day , vice president of engineering for the Postal Service . -0 2414161 2413910 Sentenced to 20 years to life , she was granted parole last month despite the opposition of relatives , friends and colleagues of the slain men . Boudin , 60 , a former Weather Underground member , was granted parole last month despite heavy opposition by relatives , friends , and colleagues of the slain men . -0 224932 224868 The Hartford shares rose $ 2.88 , or 6.6 percent , to close Monday at $ 46.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -1 3054588 3054557 Smith said simply " Oh , my God , " in the seconds afterward , according to Weinshall . In the seconds after the crash , she added , Captain Smith said simply , " Oh my God . " -1 3022397 3022328 Appellate courts across the country have issued differing rulings on the issue , allowing public displays of the Ten Commandments in some cases and banning them in others . Lower courts have splintered on the issue , allowing depictions of the Ten Commandments in some instances and not in others . -1 2740896 2740847 The acquisition is expected to close by the end of the month . The deal is expected to close later this month . -1 222566 222560 An evaluation suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit in patients receiving the drug in the study , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . An evaluation of 240 arthritis patients suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit from taking the medicine , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . -1 1771131 1771091 It also offers a built-in NAND flash boot loader so that high-density NAND flash memory can be used without having to install an additional support chip . The S3C2440 has a built-in NAND flash boot loader , for example , so that high-density NAND flash memory can be installed without an additional support chip . -1 2728832 2728851 Meat giant Smithfield Foods Inc. has won a bidding war to buy a bankrupt Midwestern pork producer . Pork processing giant Smithfield Foods Inc. said Monday that it won the bidding in an auction for bankrupt Farmland Industries Inc . ' s pork business . -0 329403 329927 Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . Excluding food and energy prices , the PPI fell 0.9 per cent , the biggest drop since August 1993 . -0 1703444 1703385 Authorities said the informant , an inmate named Richard Powell who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 , led a team to the spot . Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . -1 2486735 2486728 More than 100 officers launched the raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine import and money laundering ring . More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . -0 3053827 3053741 She said she told O 'Donnell , " Your mother died of breast cancer . Spengler replied , " Didn 't your mother die of breast cancer ? -1 2451683 2451742 October gasoline prices settled 1.47 cents lower at 78.70 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . -0 1396869 1396736 The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . The new group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . -0 2728425 2728251 It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday after the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's , the credit rating agency . It decided instead to issue them before the stock market opened Monday to counteract the downgrade of its debt late Friday by Moody 's to one step above junk status . -0 747153 747200 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR rose 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.25 percent . The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . -1 1520228 1520194 " We don 't have new places to check , " said Steve Anderson , a Waco public-information officer . " We don 't have new places to check , " Waco public information officer Steve Anderson said . -1 2762222 2761939 " It 's a terrible tragedy , people who were on the way home , all of a sudden , taken from us , " Bloomberg said at a dockside news conference . " People who were on their way home , all of a sudden taken from us , " Mr. Bloomberg said of the collision . -0 3138806 3138863 " It seems to be following the sun , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant at antivirus vendor Sophos . " This is a clear attempt to pinch money , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant with U.K.-based Sophos PLC . -1 2375171 2375136 Moose frequently criticizes reporters and news organizations in the book , especially those that reported on leaks from investigators . He frequently criticizes the press , especially reporters and news organizations that reported on leaks from investigators . -1 2051630 2051713 The indictment charges that Mzoudi was involved in preparations for the attack until the end and was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . Prosecutors say Mzoudi was involved in the preparations for the attack until the final moment and that he was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . -0 953733 953537 Altria shares fell 2.5 percent or $ 1.11 to $ 42.57 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -1 1807659 1807691 SEC Chairman William Donaldson said there is a " building confidence out there that the cop is on the beat . " " I think there 's a building confidence that the cop is on the beat . " -1 2198937 2198629 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . A nationally board-certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes $ 65,000 in his 30th year . -0 2697621 2697661 Prosecutor Jim Hardin called the decision a victory for Kathleen Peterson 's family . Members of Kathleen Peterson 's family were not present . -1 519592 519351 Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched today outside a Sacramento fire station . -1 1382330 1381827 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . -0 283606 283689 The staged scene , covering several acres , featured smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires . Smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires added to the realism . -1 1489706 1489846 The findings were published in the July 1 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . -1 3064992 3065062 All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . -0 616340 616249 SCO net income of $ 4.5 million , or 33 cents per share , on revenue of $ 21.4 million , in 2003 's second fiscal quarter , ended April 30 . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . -1 3409440 3409470 No rabies vaccine is available for humans in Zimbabwe and if it was it would be too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . Health professionals say there is no rabies vaccine for humans in Zimbabwe and , even if it was available , it is too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . -0 1299090 1298965 ODonnell was just 3-of-5 for 24 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions a year ago . The 13-year veteran has passed for 21,438 yards and 118 touchdowns with 67 interceptions . -1 2146697 2146799 India blamed that and other attacks on Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state . India has also in the past blamed Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state , for bombs and other attacks . -1 2797028 2796993 However , several ministers from more developed APEC economies have said failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . More developed APEC members say failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . -0 230999 231027 She was persuaded not to resign but she was expected to be the victim of a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . But she was expected to be a victim in a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . -1 2433757 2433838 Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi must be counting his lucky stars . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has all but popped the champagne bottle . -1 1908152 1908046 " This legislation benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen , " Blagojevich told the crowd of political heavyweights at O 'Hare . " The legislation I 'm proud to sign today benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen . -1 349215 349241 It will be followed in November by a third movie , " The Matrix Revolutions . " The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with " The Matrix Revolutions . " -1 2054448 2054413 Malpractice victims say limits on damage payouts make it less likely lawyers will take cases , meaning access to justice could be denied . Limits on damages make it less likely lawyers will take expensive cases , meaning access to justice is denied , they say . -0 1989878 1989788 Schools that fail to meet state goals for three years in a row must offer tutoring in addition to transfers . Schools that don 't meet the testing goals for two years in a row must offer transfers . -1 450436 450532 But butterflies exposed to an earlier light cycle , from 1am to 1pm , orientated themselves towards the south-east . But butterflies housed under an earlier light cycle , 1 a.m. to 1 p.m. , flew toward the southeast . -0 392798 392735 Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . Hewlett-Packard is putting in for a second-quarter profit of $ 659 million , or 29 cents a share , on revenue of $ 18 billion . -1 2739143 2739301 Hearing was partially restored by an electronic ear implant . An electronic implant has helped Limbaugh regain most of his hearing . -1 937787 938238 Three no votes would kill it for now . It would take three votes to kill the ACC 's expansion . -0 1664846 1664736 The German finance ministry on Monday said there was no case for softening . Finnish Finance Minister Antti Kalliomaki said : " There is no room for a softening . " -1 2919853 2919804 Massachusetts regulators and the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday pressed securities fraud charges against Putnam Investments and two of its former portfolio managers for alleged improper mutual fund trading . State and federal securities regulators filed civil charges against Putnam Investments and two portfolio managers in the ever-expanding mutual fund trading scandal . -1 1109913 1110044 Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made it clear it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . -0 898957 898897 " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by mid-year , " said Nestle spokesman Francois Perroud , who declined to comment further . " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by midyear , " said Nestlé spokesman Francois Perroud . -1 2706544 2706227 Selenski 's partner in the jailbreak , Scott Bolton , injured his ankle , pelvis and ribs during the escape attempt , Warden Gene Fischi said . Selenski 's partner in the Friday jailbreak , Scott Bolton , was injured in the escape and hospitalized . -0 1219439 1219326 PLAYRIGHT George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " -1 2141602 2141575 Before Sunday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , according to Tracey Powers of the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . Before yesterday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , said Tracey Powers , spokeswoman for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . -1 2288296 2288189 Putin hailed Saudi Arabia as ``one of the most important Muslim nations . Before the meeting , Putin said Russia regards Saudi Arabia as a key Muslim state . -1 1245845 1245522 Naim al-Goud , mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region were ``doing this sabotage against the lines . Naim al-Goud , the newly appointed mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region attacked the pipeline . -1 1466168 1466246 During the flight , engineers misjudged the extent of the damage , and even during that period they lamented that the liftoff photography was poor . During the flight , engineers underestimated the extent of the damage , and even then lamented that the liftoff photography was so poor . -0 2245085 2245118 The Web site is registered to Parson under his home address , allowing investigators to trace him easily . The t33kid.com site is registered to Parson at an address in Hopkins , Minnesota . -1 3237867 3237902 The woman , Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , was arrested by the state police on Nov. 20 and charged with first-degree larceny . Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , of 27 Devon Road , Darien , was arrested Nov. 20 by state police and charged with first-degree larceny . -0 2194711 2194792 The Hubble Space Telescope 's newest picture of Mars shows summer on the Red Planet just as it makes its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . The pictures were taken late Tuesday and early Wednesday as the as the planet made its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . -1 954526 954607 He is blocking them until the Air Force assigns four additional C-130 cargo planes to Gowen Field , an Idaho Air National Guard base in Boise . He is holding them up until the Air Force agrees to assign four additional C-130 cargo planes to the Idaho Air National Guard . -1 1479718 1479546 Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of a rebound in the second half of the year . Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of an economic rebound in the year 's second half . -0 1091286 1091304 The Fed 's Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . Prices had pulled back from offshore highs when the Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . -1 2158854 2158971 Druce will face murder charges , Conte said . Conte said Druce will be charged with murder . -1 2086152 2086347 " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " said Carolyn Greene Bennett , Cedar Grove 's town recorder . " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " Bennett said . -0 3107641 3107862 Nursing schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants in the past year because of shortages of faculty and classroom space . The American Association of Nursing Colleges reported that schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants last year . -1 1909331 1909408 " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . -0 841596 841803 The best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions ... and question his competence as a manager . " Ebbers ' lawyer , Reid Weingarten , said despite the thorough investigation , " the best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions . " -1 69773 69792 Cisco pared spending to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . -0 2823575 2823513 The study , published Monday in the journal Molecular Brain Research , is likely to also apply to humans , its authors said . The study , conducted on the brains of developing mice , was being published today in the journal Molecular Brain Research . -1 1704502 1704526 Three retailers Dillards Inc . , Kohls Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc. got Fs . Three retailers _ Dillard 's Inc . , Kohl 's Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc . _ got Fs . -1 1118034 1117974 It 's a task that would challenge even the sharpest of computer geeks : set up a hacker-proof computer network for 190,000 government workers across the country fighting terrorism . It would be a daunting challenge for even the sharpest programming wizards : set up a secure computer network for the 190,000 workers in the Homeland Security Department . -1 763729 763570 " Of course I want to win again but I think it 's worse when you 've never won , because you are so anxious to win . " " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . -1 1708063 1708041 The operating revenues were $ 1.45 billion , an increase over last year 's result of $ 1.38 billion . Operating revenues rose to $ 1.45 billion from $ 1.38 billion last year . -1 2455942 2455978 My decision today is not based on any one event . " Governor Rowland said his decision was " not based on any one event . " -0 1995479 1995435 Although Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up , he was later released . Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up and later released , while Mr Pennisi thinks he may have cracked ribs . -0 1896397 1896353 Their ancestors are coming home at last -- the healing can finally begin , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone after the ceremony . The anguish will begin to end and the healing will commence , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone . -1 719618 719464 As envisioned by Breaux , the government would help pay for the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . Breaux outlined a plan Tuesday that would give seniors help with the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . -1 1993677 1993928 Romanian port authorities said two ships that sank during World War II had resurfaced as water levels fell and could block river traffic . Port authorities in Romania said two ships that sank during World War II but resurfaced due to low water levels could block river traffic . -1 613587 613565 Grant also has been elected to Monsanto 's board of directors , the company said in a statement . Grant , a 22-year Monsanto veteran , also has been elected to the company 's board of directors , Monsanto said in a statement . -0 1963398 1963436 Ms. Kethley has said she also repeatedly denied his accusations . Ms. Kethley , who has repeatedly denied any infidelity , has recounted a similar story . -1 2758816 2758860 With more and more Bluetooth-equipped cellular phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . With increasing numbers of Bluetooth-equipped mobile phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . -1 1626648 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . -1 723744 723573 " Ms. Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is , but because of what she did , " Comey said . " Martha Stewart is not being prosecuted for who she is but for what she did . " -1 131979 131957 Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil-rights charges stemming from the disturbance which led to Rosenbaum 's death . Nelson , 27 , is being retried on civil rights charges stemming from the disturbance that led to Rosenbaum 's death . -0 1078029 1078132 A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the government was free to withhold the names of more than 700 people detained in the aftermath of Sept . 11 , 2001 . A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the U.S. government can withhold the names of people detained as part of the September 11 investigation , reversing a lower court decision . -1 3085803 3085929 Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : " I don 't think there 's any question about it that . . . they 're going to be very global in nature . Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : “ I don ’ t think there ’ s any question about it that they ’ re going to be very global in nature . -1 879525 879587 No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at such a daunting task . " No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at it . -0 2553549 2553713 There are no suspects in the shooting , which took place around 9 : 15 p.m. on Wednesday at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue , the police said . Police said there was an argument before the slaying at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue around 9 p.m. -0 1813883 1813693 " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " she added , " and you can 't do that without funding . " " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " Dr. Goin added . -0 257789 257726 Knight had 29 interceptions in his six years with the Saints , including 17 the last three seasons . Knight has 29 interceptions in six seasons , all with New Orleans -- including a team-high five last season . -1 516157 516020 The budget analysis comes as negotiations between the City Council and the Bloomberg administration heat up . Budget negotiations between the mayor and the City Council are entering high gear . -1 771017 771084 Taupo was guiding her owner Paul Kibblewhite , 62 , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . Taupo had been leading Mr Kibblewhite , 62 , of Rotorua , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . -1 855940 855913 Handset market share for the second quarter , it said , is higher than the first quarter . Nokia 's market share for the second quarter is estimated to be higher than the first quarter , 2003 . " -0 1158596 1158858 The series will be known as the NASCAR Nextel Cup . Before that the division was known as the NASCAR Grand National Series . -1 301223 301061 Where long-lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks in past decades , they are now lucky to catch one , the study found . " Whereas long lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks , now they are lucky to catch one , " Myers said . -1 1530510 1530311 By contrast , the Senate-passed prescription drug plan requires seniors to pay 50 percent of drug costs , with a $ 275 deductible each year . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . -1 2545273 2545342 Canada won 't commit more troops to Afghanistan until the current year-long mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said yesterday . Canada will not consider sending more troops to Afghanistan until its current 12-month peacekeeping mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said Saturday . -1 533426 533451 Data showed Italian business confidence slipped to its lowest level in 16 months in May , aiding rate cut expectations . On Tuesday , figures also showed Italian business confidence slipped again in May to its lowest level in 16 months , doing nothing to discourage rate cut expectations . -1 106326 106017 He said Qantas would also cut capital spending by retiring some aircraft and deferring delivery of some new planes . It would also further reduce capital expenditure by retiring some aircraft and delaying the delivery of new places . -0 2010705 2010779 " The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place . The government elements who have been causing trouble are still in place , they are attacking us . " -0 1317001 1317240 That objection was cited by PeopleSoft 's board in rejecting Oracle 's offer . PeopleSoft 's board has recommended stockholders reject the offer . -1 3095658 3095749 Dylan Baker and Lindsay Frost play her parents , Ed and Lois Smart . Lindsay Frost and Dylan Baker played Elizabeth Smart 's parents . -1 748110 747916 Palm expects to move Handspring 's employees to Palm Solutions headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . Handspring employees are expected to move to Palm Solutions Group headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . -0 2279872 2279663 The giant rock was first observed on August 24 by Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research Program , based in Socorro , New Mexico . The rock was first observed by the Lincoln Near Earth Asteroid Research Program , also known as LINEAR . -1 2804176 2804094 He also said he advised his grown-up children not to run up credit card debts . Barclays chief executive Matt Barrett also said he had advised his children never to use credit cards . -1 2672867 2672777 Some women are also concerned that so many women are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . Some women also express concern about a society in which more people than ever are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . -1 338234 338113 Normally , congressional districts are redrawn by state legislatures every 10 years to reflect population changes recorded in the U.S. census . Normally , redistricting is done every 10 years based on population changes in the census . -1 282228 282273 Two area lawmakers said Democrats might entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . Two Inland Valley lawmakers revealed it might be possible for Democrats to entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . -1 367061 366887 Two of Collins ' top assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were violated , he said Friday . U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Collins also said two of his assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were broken . -0 701234 701403 Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like All Things Considered and Morning Edition . -0 779429 779490 The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . The unemployment rate is predicted to have ticked up a percentage point to 6.1 % . -1 1465258 1465081 Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's initiative could start an important trend . U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's could start an important trend . -0 2486132 2486071 She had been barred on the grounds that her headscarf would violate the state 's neutrality in religion . The school had argued that it violated the state 's neutrality in religion . -0 2606133 2605961 Without admitting or denying the S.E.C. ' s allegations , Mr. Markovitz agreed to a permanent ban from associating with an investment adviser or mutual fund . He has agreed to a lifetime ban from association with an investment adviser or mutual fund . -1 1386965 1387020 Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up with a single phone call . Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up by phone by making a single toll-free call to ( 888 ) 382-1222 . -1 489508 489322 Initial reports said the attackers fired from a mosque within in the city , 30 miles west of Baghdad . The Centcom statement said the gunmen appeared to have fired from a mosque in the city , 50 km ( 32 miles ) west of Baghdad . -0 2342384 2342230 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC > rose 8.25 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,861.15 . The Nasdaq composite index dropped 6.8 percent , and the Standard & Poor 's fell 4.9 percent . -0 1077010 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with five counts of first-degree murder for the Dec. 19 to Feb. 5 killings . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . -1 3083706 3083626 Dan Powers , vice president of grid computing strategy at IBM Corp. , says he 's not worried about such off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening sales of traditional supercomputers . Dan Powers , IBM vice president of grid-computing strategy , says he 's not worried about off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening traditional supercomputer sales . -0 1136838 1136879 Britain has said it will oppose articles calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy , to uphold the national right of veto . Britain has said it wants to haggle over articles of the draft calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy . -1 54142 53641 Next Monday at about 2 p.m. ( CST ) , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . Around the same time , hospital officials in and near Chicago will notice a sudden increase in people complaining of flu-like symptoms . -1 3034823 3034600 Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday morning and three others were wounded in a possible dispute involving immigrant smuggling , officials said . Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday and four others were wounded in a dispute that apparently involved immigrant smugglers , officials said . -1 1814411 1814474 The subjects were next given a squirt up the nose of a rhinovirus , the nasty little germ that causes colds . Following their assessment , each volunteer received a squirt in the nose of rhinovirus the germ that causes colds . -1 1015249 1015204 Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . -0 2634517 2634420 Horn remained in critical but stable condition Monday , the hospital said . The illusionist remained in critical condition Monday with a gaping wound to the neck . -0 3049126 3049112 The news sent Cisco shares on a tear in after-hours trading . Cisco shares gained $ 1.28 in after-hours trading to $ 23.08 . -1 2716850 2716882 It will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software , the mobile operator said . According to the company , it will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software . -0 753928 753890 The patch also fixes a vulnerability that results because IE does not implement an appropriate block on a file download dialog box . The second vulnerability is a result of IE not implementing a block on a file download dialog box . -1 1279586 1279614 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research had been looking for , on average , revenue of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . -1 962062 962035 PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway has described Oracle 's $ 5.1 billion bid as " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour " . Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " -1 3223071 3223018 Hernandez has been treated for breast cancer , and Moore suffers from non-Hodgkin 's lymphoma . Hernandez had breast cancer and Moore is being treated for non-Hodgkins lymphoma . -1 3022833 3023029 Peterson , a former fertilizer salesman , is charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and the baby boy she was carrying . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . -1 1383244 1383329 In a landmark ruling yesterday , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . In the landmark ruling regarding New York City schools , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . -1 1268481 1268446 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . -1 2066963 2067124 The House would limit the increases to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan , not to those supporting the nation 's war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . The House would limit the increases to those troops in the Iraq and Afghanistan combat zones , but not troops supporting those war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . -1 810876 810916 The attack by the three militant groups took place here at Erez , the main border crossing between Israel and Gaza . The attack took place under cover of fog at the Erez crossing on the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip . -1 201839 201917 He attends football training for three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , and has lost 17 kilograms since October . Mr Hughes , who trains three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , has lost 17 kilos since October . -1 2742219 2742206 The chip also features an updated LongRun power and heat management system . It also features Nvidia 's own PowerMizer power management system . -0 751520 751373 SPOT products run a Microsoft operating system and the company 's DirectBand radio technology developed with SCA Data Systems . The DirectBand network was developed with the assistance of SCA Data Systems . -1 2502838 2502910 On Monday , a suicide bomber blew himself up near the United Nations compound here , killing a security guard as well as himself . On Monday , a suicide car bomber blew himself up close to the United Nations compound in Baghdad , also killing a security guard . -1 1914694 1914703 The company claims it 's the largest single Apple VAR Xserve sale to date . The company claimed it is the largest sale of Xserves by an Apple retailer . -1 1430920 1430791 With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as the Spruce Run Recreation Area in Union Township will be open . With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as Parvin State Park in Salem County will be open . -1 1726893 1726944 The 2001 recession is considered short and shallow relative to the nine others since World War II , which averaged 11 months . The most recent recession was short and shallow relative to the nine others , averaging 11 months , that occurred since World War II . -1 1861053 1860658 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates were to address the forum last night . Seven Democratic presidential candidates have arranged to address the group , according to The Associated Press . -0 1305396 1305775 Barbini 's comments came Tuesday , the second day of the Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . -1 1245660 1245555 On the Mediterranean coast of neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered in the port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . In neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered at the Mediterranean port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . -0 218848 218851 He replaces Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation in April . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . -0 1996296 1996327 While opposition parties have welcomed the cabinet 's decision on anti-retroviral treatment , some said Health Minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang was not fit to preside over a rollout plan . Health Minister Manto-Tshabalala Msimang is not fit to preside over an anti-retroviral treatment rollout plan , according to some opposition parties . -1 915791 915664 " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming , the CDC 's deputy director for Public Health and Science . -1 36690 36507 " Only 1pc of those taking the drug worldwide have contracted ILD as a result , " she said . AstraZeneca says just 1pc of people of those taking the drug worldwide have suffered serious consequences . -0 471789 471569 Dallas Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki 's status as doubtful . Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki out at the team 's morning shootaround . -1 3052778 3052804 Rescue workers arriving to February 's deadly fire at a West Warwick nightclub met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help . Rescue workers arriving at February 's deadly nightclub fire met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help , rescue tapes released Thursday show . -1 3181118 3181443 Detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , of the arrest shortly after Perry was apprehended . Shortly after his arrest , detectives told Deasean 's father , Stelly Chisolm , a college student , and mother , Kimberly Hill , a medical assistant , about the development . -1 1688201 1688150 Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while tickets on suburban trains rose an average 25 percent May 1 . Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while average 25 percent increases took effect May 1 on suburban trains . -1 2933692 2933859 Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will test a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will be the testing site next month for a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . -0 859527 859427 When contacted last night , Perkins declined comment . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . -1 911653 911618 These plans would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against catastrophic health-care expenses , neither of which is currently available under the government-run program . The latter would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against unexpected healthcare expenses , neither of which is currently available under Medicare . -1 515581 515752 They were among about 40 people attending the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some non-traditional touches . He said about 40 people attended the traditional Jewish ceremony colored by some nontraditional touches . -1 1209754 1209692 Notes : Cabrera , at 20 years , 63 days , is the second-youngest player to debut with the Marlins . Noteworthy : Cabrera became the second-youngest player to debut for the Marlins -- 20 years and 63 days . -1 1722074 1721807 The number of injured dropped to 2.92 million in 2002 from 3.03 million a year earlier . At the same time , the number of injuries dropped , from 3.03 million in 2001 to 2.92 million in 2002 . -0 1782659 1782732 No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . No dates have been set for either the civil trial or the criminal trial . -1 2250594 2250465 Who will succeed Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai is not clear . There is no clear successor for Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai . -0 953113 953368 Shares of Guidant plummeted in trading both on and off the New York Stock Exchange before a news halt was imposed after midday . Shares of Guidant were down 5.3 percent at $ 40.92 in afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 460209 460142 McNair was stopped after a police officer saw his vehicle weaving on a downtown street before pulling into a convenience store , the arrest report said . McNair was stopped just after midnight by a police officer who reportedly saw his sports utility vehicle weaving on a downtown street . -1 2113152 2112911 U.S. District Judge Denny Chin said Fox 's claim was " wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Chin said . -0 1455619 1455672 The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , a college town about 30 miles to the north . The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , about 48km north ; their conditions were not immediately available . -1 1116686 1116653 Stack said he did no work for Triumph until 1999 , when a grand jury began investigating Silvester . Stack testified that he was not asked to do any work for Triumph until June 1999 , after a grand jury investigating Silvester subpoenaed Triumph . -0 772613 772655 Federal agent Bill Polychronopoulos said it was not known if the man , 30 , would be charged . Federal Agent Bill Polychronopoulos said last night the man involved in the Melbourne incident had been unarmed . -1 2549010 2549015 The chipset will operate in the 2.4-GHz band , and features radio signal interference prevention and low power consumption . The 2.4 GHz radio frequency chipset features radio interference protection and low power consumption . -1 3264790 3264835 It has been named Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " astounding swimmer with a large penis " . He and colleagues named it Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " swimmer with a large penis . " -0 269343 269287 " I think we should leave them as they are , " said Lott , R-Miss . , of the current ownership rules during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . " I think we should hesitate , " Olympia Snowe , R-Maine , said at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . -1 1018965 1019063 Oracle shares were also higher , trading up 12 cents at $ 13.60 . Shares of Redwood Shores-based Oracle rose 14 cents to $ 13.62 . -1 1910609 1910454 The company must either pay NTP the $ 53.7-million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal , Mr. Wallace said . RIM must either pay NTP the $ 53.7 million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal . -1 347022 347003 Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a fiasco at a Taipei hospital in late April caused the number of infections to skyrocket . Taiwan had been relatively free of the viral infection until a severe outbreak at a Taipei hospital in late April . -1 1857292 1857427 " The idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and it 's grotesque , " said Wyden . Sen. Ron Wyden , D-Ore . , said the " idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and grotesque , " WBAL reported . -1 3052360 3052505 " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " Dean said Friday in a telephone interview from New Hampshire . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told The Des Moines Register . -1 218925 218856 Without the fleet , NASA has relied on the Russian space program to rotate crew members for the International Space Station and to send supplies to the orbiting laboratory . Without the shuttle fleet , NASA is relying on the Russian space program to rotate crew members on the International Space Station and send new supplies to the orbiting laboratory . -1 1568578 1568664 At least 29 American troops have been killed in action since Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . Some three dozen American and British troops have been killed since Bush declared major combat over in Iraq on May 1 . -1 713225 713251 Another piece would be sent to the lab in Virginia for additional testing , Conte said . Another piece of the suit will be sent to Virginia for more testing , Conte said . -1 2159 1973 Some Boston managers are concerned that banning smoking will create safety hazards as groups of smokers huddle outside bars and nightclubs . Some Boston bar managers said they worry that banning smoking will create a hazard as groups of smokers huddle outside on sidewalks and in parking lots to smoke . -1 2750362 2750073 Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday , but found no sign of them , said Stuart Smith , the Chatham harbormaster . Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday afternoon , but there was no sign of the two women , said Chatham Harbormaster Stuart Smith . -1 1679362 1679412 A total of 32 U.S. soldiers have been killed in attacks since May 1 , when President Bush declared the end of major hostilities in Iraq . Thirty-two U.S. soldiers have been killed in Iraq since President Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . -1 2700737 2700676 He was sentenced to five years in prison at at Kingston Crown Court yesterday after pleading guilty to the attempted abduction of a teenager . Former postal worker , Douglas Lindsell , was sentenced yesterday at Kingston Crown Court after pleading guilty to attempting to abduct a young girl . -1 3311600 3311633 Mr. Rowland attended a party in South Windsor for the families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers called to active duty . Rowland was making an appearance at a holiday party for families of Connecticut National Guard soldiers assigned to duty in Iraq and Afghanistan . -1 2702353 2702573 Doctors say one or both boys may die , and that some brain damage is possible if they survive . Doctors said that one or both of the boys may die and that if they survive , some brain damage is possible . -1 2529415 2529304 His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest triggered a 47-hour standoff with police that led to huge traffic jams as commuters backed up in downtown Washington and Northern Virginia . -0 2594861 2594771 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index stood at 53.7 in September . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . -1 1568541 1568628 The agency could not say when the tape was made , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . The agency could put no exact date on the tape , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . -1 3271457 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . -0 3439114 3439084 Ross Garber , Rowland 's lawyer , said Tuesday he would attend the meeting and would ask to speak on the issue . Ross Garber , Rowland 's legal counsel , said the governor would have no comment on the condo deal . -0 3075284 3075402 Gore said while the Patriot Act made some needed changes , it has " turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " " Nevertheless , I believe the Patriot Act has turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " -1 634144 634283 PeopleSoft , of Pleasanton , California , said the deal would increase its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . But PeopleSoft said the new deal should add to its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . -1 675276 675330 An 18-month run for it in Toronto was originally planned as part of a North American tour . When we opened here , we originally planned an 18-month run as a part of a North American tour . -1 728030 727944 Cmdr. Rod Gibbons , an academy spokesman , said , " The academy is shocked and saddened . Naval Academy spokesman Cmdr. Rod Gibbons said : ``Today 's announcement came as a surprise . -0 921105 921039 Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose $ 1.25 to $ 21.75 , and General Motors , which rose 57 cents to $ 37.70 . Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose 77 cents to $ 21.27 , and Johnson & Johnson , which increased 95 cents to $ 53.95 . -1 1398957 1398780 They calculate that one-third of those taking the drug would gain an average of 11 years of life , free of cardiovascular disease . Still , the scientists said , a third of those taking it would benefit , gaining an average of 11 years free of cardiovascular disease . -1 2654352 2654328 " We do not want to stand by and let a credit card lynching take place , " declared Rep. Major Owens ( D-Brooklyn ) . " We don 't want to stand by and see a credit card lynching take place , " he said . -1 960331 960580 The problem likely will mean corrective changes before the shuttle fleet starts flying again . He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . -1 3010424 3010442 In a conference call with reporters , RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie said he sent the request to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . -1 2305921 2305729 And Forrester forecasts that on-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4bn by 2005 , while revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline by eight per cent . On-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4 billion by 2005 , and revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline 8 percent , Forrester predicted . -1 1473451 1473509 The Ministry of Defence is facing a 20m compensation claim from hundreds of Kenyan women who claim they were raped by British soldiers . Hundreds of Kenyan women claiming they were attacked and raped by British soldiers were granted government legal aid Wednesday to pursue their case against the Ministry of Defense . -1 408188 407700 The results were released at Tuesday 's meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and will be published in Thursday 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . -1 1619716 1619614 Music mogul Simon Cowell 's latest project , a reality TV dating show called Cupid , airs in the US on Wednesday . Music mogul Simon Cowell 's new TV dating show has made its debut in the US . -1 559444 559520 The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt an otherwise orderly second round in Serena Williams 's half of the women 's draw . The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt the otherwise orderly second-round progress in the Serena Williams half of the women 's draw . -0 487951 488007 The euro was at 1.5281 versus the Swiss franc EURCHF = , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . -1 2206822 2206552 Nearly 2,000 pages of transcripts were ordered to be made public after a legal action by the New York Times . The emotional communications were made public after a legal skirmish between the authority and The New York Times . -0 3400555 3400525 Like the outgoing centre-left coalition , the next government is expected to come under pressure to hand over indicted war criminals or risk losing Western aid . The next government is expected quickly to come under pressure to hand over iwar criminals or risk losing crucial Western aid . -1 1599728 1599554 " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light , through the prism of our experience on 9 / 11 . " -0 2180623 2180775 Staff writer Dave Michaels contributed to this report . Staff writers Frank Trejo and Robert Ingrassia contributed to this report . -0 1811787 1811952 New legit download service launches with PC users in mind . BuyMusic is the first subscription-free paid download music service for PC users . -1 2854479 2854521 On the cell 's surface , the foreign components are recognised by other cells that then realise it is infected and kill it . The foreign bits are recognized by other cells that realize it is infected and kill it . -1 1605403 1605715 Unilever Bestfoods said Wednesday it would strip trans fats from its I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter spreads by the middle of next year . Unilever Bestfoods said its " I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter ' margarine spreads will be free of trans fat by next year . -0 1462749 1462789 " We are pleased with the judge 's decision and pleased that they accepted our arguments , " a Merrill spokesman said Tuesday . " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . -0 314997 315030 On the stand Wednesday , she said she was referring only to the kissing . On the stand Wednesday , she testified that she was referring to the kissing before the alleged rape . -1 3181338 3181212 Deasean and Walker , a resident of nearby Barbey Street , were rushed to Brookdale Hospital Medical Center , where they died about 6 p.m. , O 'Brien said . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . -1 1438917 1438953 More than 6,000 companies must get shareholders ' approval before granting their executives options and other stock compensation packages , the Securities and Exchange Commission said Monday . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -0 4733 4557 Garner said the group would probably be expanded to include , for example , a Christian and perhaps another Sunni leader . The group has already met several times and Gen. Garner said it probably will be expanded to include a Christian and perhaps another Sunni Muslim leader . -1 2820371 2820525 Blair 's Foreign Secretary Jack Straw was to take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the European Union . Blair 's office said his Foreign Secretary Jack Straw would take his place on Monday to give a statement to parliament on the EU meeting the prime minister attended last week . -0 512301 512562 What 's next : If finally passed by the House , the measure moves to the Senate . If passed , the measure will return to the Senate for concurrence with House amendments . -0 3433213 3433207 Five pools contained no traces of disinfectant at all . But five pools contained no traces of disinfectant leaving bathers open to cross-infection . -1 309864 309706 Mr Goh on his part , described the visit as especially important - given the SARS situation . Mr Goh said that it was ' especially important given the Sars situation in Singapore ' . -1 1621176 1621114 It is publishing the studies in the July issue of its Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . The reports are among several published this week in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . -1 3179258 3179481 " This blackout was largely preventable , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a briefing on the report . " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . -1 3014176 3014142 The two powerful men also disagree about ethanol ( sacred in Iowa ) and authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaska 's wildlife refuge . They also disagree over ethanol - sacred in Iowa - and on authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaskas wildlife refuge . -0 1881024 1881582 Analysts say Davis , who faces a historic recall election in October , could get a boost in the polls with a budget plan in place . Analysts say Davis , a Democrat , could get a boost in the polls if the 29-day-old budget crisis is resolved without further delay . -1 801552 801516 " There were more people surrounding the clubhouse than the Unabomber 's house up in the hills , " Baker said . " There are more people surrounding the clubhouse than surrounded the Unabomber 's home in the hills . -0 1958144 1958112 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 6.52 points , or 0.39 percent , at 1,645.66 . -1 2820372 2820184 Blair took over the Labour Party when his predecessor John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . -0 3292578 3292497 Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she would spend the weekend considering the possibility of further legal action . Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she is considering the possibility of further legal action but declined to elaborate . -0 1513796 1513822 He then drove south on Hemphill and west on Drew Street driving about 60 mph , Jones said . After striking the pedestrian , the pickup traveled south on Hemphill Street , then turned west on Drew Street going about 60 mph , Jones said . -0 1521784 1521350 The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10 : 30 a.m. on Redwood Road , above the Sequoia and Redwood intersection . The Fourth of July parade begins at 11 a.m. in downtown Everett , at Colby and Hewitt avenues . -1 1300548 1300525 " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability . " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability , " said Katsumi Ihara , president of Sony Ericsson . -1 1704987 1705268 Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as Mr. Weill 's successor . Mr. Weill 's longtime confidant , Charles O. Prince , 53 , was named as his successor . -1 2250593 2250464 What 's more , Mr. O 'Neill said that he hoped Hyundai would sell one million vehicles annually in the United States by 2010 . That wasn 't all : by 2010 , Mr. O 'Neill said , he hoped Hyundai would sell 1 million vehicles annually in the United States . -0 289600 289558 Think Dynamics , which is based in Toronto , will become part of IBM 's Software Group . The 36 employees at Think Dynamics will remain in Toronto and become IBM employees , Crowe said . -1 2315720 2315696 State Sen. Vi Simpson , former state and national Democratic chairman Joe Andrew are seeking the Democratic nomination . Leading Democratic candidates are former state and national Democratic Chairman Joe Andrew and State Sen. Vi Simpson , Ellettsville . -1 3450958 3450985 It recommended that consideration be given to making the job of CIA director a career post instead of a political appointment . It suggests that Congress consider making the CIA director a professional position , rather than a political appointment . -1 396041 396188 Officials are also meeting with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . Canadian officials were also expected to meet yesterday with the International Organization for Epizootics ( OIE ) , which establishes animal-health standards for the world . -0 3071735 3071752 Mr Li , deputy chairman of Cheung Kong Holdings , is the son of Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing . Li is the deputy chairman of Cheung Kong ( Holdings ) Ltd . < 0001.HK > . -0 1014983 1014963 GE stock closed Friday at $ 30.65 a share , down about 42 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . GE 's shares closed at $ 30.65 on Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2708737 2708707 Pope John Paul has health problems but is still at the helm of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide has told Reuters . Pope John Paul has health problems but is firmly in charge of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide told Reuters on Friday . -0 2908313 2908192 Fletcher will not do that , said his campaign manager , Daniel Groves . Richardson and Fletcher campaign manager Daniel Groves rejected the request . -0 1181157 1180896 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gave up 3.88 points , or 0.24 percent , to 1,644.76 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 0.99 points , or 0.1 percent , at 995.69 . -0 64684 64798 Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said many pharmacy customers were also returning recalled products . Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said it highlighted the need for product regulation . -1 2759509 2759477 Kempenaers said some species are still faithful , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross , which mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . Kempenaers said fidelity still exists in some species , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross that mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . -1 2027156 2027061 US troops encountered fire from rocket-propelled grenades , mortars , and small arms coming from bunkers and buildings . The U.S. troops encountered fire from rocket propelled grenades , mortars and small arms originating from bunkers as well as within and atop surrounding buildings . -1 2840083 2840039 HCA Inc . , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 2.21 , or 5.8 percent , to $ 36.14 . HCA Inc . ( nyse : HCA - news - people ) , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 1.21 , or 3.2 percent , to $ 37.14 . -1 193911 194178 They said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed they are worth considering — especially as NATO expands to 26 members . The sponsors said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed it was worth considering - especially as NATO expands to 26 members . -1 544033 543914 They were identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . The three men charged with terrorism have been identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . -1 1386809 1386805 In 2001 and 2002 , wire transfers from 4 of the company 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion , prosecutors said . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . -1 3268473 3268414 Elsewhere , European stocks were barely changed but within a few points of year highs . Elsewhere , European stocks slipped from their highs but stayed within a few points of year highs . -1 1369201 1369173 The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held at a secret location by the United States . The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held by the United States at a secret location . -0 1849884 1849915 His lack of co-operation was allowing other Jemaah Islamiah fugitives to remain at large , Mr Dila told the court . His lack of co-operation was allowing other JI operatives to remain at large , where they threatened further terrorist acts , Mr Dila said . -1 1449289 1449185 " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon said after Tuesday 's meeting . " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Mr Sharon said . -1 2348638 2348556 Random testing of security procedures should also take place . Security assessments of these facilities should take place every three years . -1 2876839 2876840 Two officials initially said about 300 workers had been arrested at 61 stores in 21 states . But the officials later revised the numbers and said about 250 had been arrested at some 60 stores . -0 1853164 1854204 " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , " daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . -1 2320654 2320666 The Midwestern research center will focus on the development of diagnostic , therapeutic and vaccine products for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . The Midwestern center will focus on diagnosis , treatment and vaccines for anthrax , botulism , tularemia , hemorrhagic fever viruses and plague . -1 1057876 1057778 The hearing is to determine whether there is enough evidence to order Akbar to a general court-martial proceeding . The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether Akbar should be court-martialled . -0 2116843 2116883 In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 year , in Canada about 80,000 . In the United States , heart attacks kill about 460,000 yearly , according to the National Institutes of Health . -1 672378 672334 As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped during yesterday 's trading , decreasing $ 1.42 to close at $ 14.97 . As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped in Monday 's trading , decreasing 87 cents to $ 15.52 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 2529227 2529209 About 400 of those taken into custody were charged with manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . The largest number of arrests , about 400 , were on charges of manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . -1 1461629 1461781 Ninety-five percent of international cargo to the United States is carried by ship . Ships carry 95 percent of international cargo to the United States . -0 2413963 2414227 " I 'm disgusted , physically sick in the stomach , " said Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . -1 1149132 1149205 One Republican sent out a flier this week citing a 3.8-percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . One Republican flier cited a 3.8 percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . -1 748158 748178 P & G officials later concluded that the better approach was to split up the contracts to avoid reliance on just one contractor . P & G officials decided it would be wiser to split the contracts to avoid reliance on a sole contractor . -1 2251604 2251573 Under the NBC proposal , Vivendi would merge its U.S. film and TV business with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish-language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . Under a deal with General Electric 's NBC , Vivendi 's film and TV business would merge with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish- language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . -0 374015 374162 " It 's a major victory for Maine , and it 's a major victory for other states . The Maine program could be a model for other states . -1 1635934 1636048 Belgium said Saturday it has decided to scrap a controversial war crimes law which has seen cases launched against President Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon . Belgium said yesterday that it has decided to scrap a war crimes law used to launch cases against President Bush and Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel . -1 1575335 1575408 " His comments were extremely inappropriate and the decision was an easy one , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . " Savage made an extremely inappropriate comment and the decision to cancel the program was not difficult , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . -1 2927587 2927329 Already , the impact of Chinas moves is sending ripples through the region . Already , China 's moves are sending ripples through the region . -1 218945 218868 He also had management jobs at three space centers before being named director of Stennis . Parsons held engineering management positions at three space centers before being named director of the Stennis center last August . -1 2493369 2493428 News that oil producers were lowering their output starting in November exacerbated a sell-off that was already under way on Wall Street . News that the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries was lowering output starting in November exacerbated a stock sell-off already under way yesterday . -1 3125139 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 - two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . -1 1071500 1071443 The Commerce ruling Tuesday will impose a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors ( DRAMS ) made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . The Commerce Department imposed a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors , or DRAMS , made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . -0 1195661 1195775 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been gathering information on suspect cases . Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . -1 490355 490378 They note that after several weeks of rallies on upbeat earnings , investors are looking for stronger evidence of a recovery before sending stocks higher . After several weeks of market rallies on upbeat earnings , many investors are looking for more concrete signs of an economic recovery . -1 1723513 1723286 Shares of Mattel were down 13 cents to $ 19.72 on the New York Stock Exchange . Mattel shares were down 1.5 percent in early afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 3181243 3181212 Both were declared dead about 6 p.m. at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . -0 2578398 2578422 In terms of format , DVD music took off while legitimate online music broadened its reach , the IFPI said . DVD music took off , accounting for more than five percent of sales , and legitimate online music broadened its reach . -1 2829195 2829246 Malvo was brought into the courtroom for about two minutes Monday so a witness could identify him . Malvo was in the courtroom for about two minutes yesterday to allow a prosecution witness to identify him . -0 2440474 2440558 They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and 340,000 retirees and spouses . -1 2458876 2459076 The hospital where she is staying is being guarded by about a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers . The hospital has been guarded by more than a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers , said officials . -0 690423 690225 A three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled late Friday that the small size , limited use and secular purpose make the image legitimate . A three-judge panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis overturned a ruling issued last year that supported the ordinance . -1 2467984 2467944 In an interview , Healey , who is a criminologist , acknowledged that much of the sentiment among legislators here and across the country was wariness toward capital punishment . In an interview , Ms. Healey , who is a criminologist , said many lawmakers here and across the country shared a wariness toward capital punishment . -0 2152411 2152008 Today , the Columbia Accident Investigation Board will issue its findings on what caused the accident . The Columbia Accident Investigation Board has placed the blame for the accident squarely on Nasa . -0 507752 507554 " I 'm not aware of any changes in policy - we have contacts with them , they will continue . " " Our policies are well-known and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy . -1 2565169 2565078 Telemarketers who call listed numbers could face FCC fines of up to $ 120,000 . Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . -1 781894 781633 The compensation committee will prohibit securities industry directors from sitting on it . The exchange also said its five-person compensation committee will consist only of directors from outside the securities industry . -1 283607 283690 Immediately after the blast , people portraying some of the 150 " victims " stumbled amid the wreckage as emergency vehicles converged on the scene . Immediately after the small explosion , people portraying victims stumbled amid the wreckage as fire trucks and other emergency vehicles converged . -1 2204002 2204069 " This is , I think , a very seminal moment in our agency 's history , " Mr O 'Keefe said . " I think we are at a seminal moment in the history of this agency , " he said . -1 2532994 2532909 British police claim they have been taking statements from more than 30 of the women . British military police have also been taking statements from 30 of the women who have made the allegations . -1 82938 83014 A group of investors wants to start a TV network aimed at the estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . A group of investors said Friday it wants to start a television network aimed at the interests of an estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . -1 2933868 2933701 He said that in early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists . " In early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists , " Williams said . -0 572581 572736 Derrick Todd Lee is helped from a plane in Baton Rouge , Wednesday . Derrick Todd Lee , 34 , is shown in this photo released by the police in Baton Rouge , Monday . -1 2128403 2128443 They also said the rule will make the nation 's electrical system more reliable -- a high-profile issue after last week 's massive power blackout . They also said the rule will improve the reliability of the nation 's electrical system , which is needed after last week 's massive power blackout . -1 2784756 2784682 Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on a controversial gas project , a reform of a free market energy law and constitutional reforms . Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on the gas project , a reform of energy laws and constitutional changes . -1 3347012 3347199 Yesterday , this honor was given to Firefighter Thomas C. Brick , who died last Tuesday battling a fire in an Upper Manhattan warehouse . They were there to honor Brick , who died Tuesday battling a four-alarm blaze in an upper Manhattan warehouse . -1 550074 550082 In the settlement , Tyrer agreed to pay $ US1.06 million in allegedly ill-gotten trading profits and $ US342,195 in interest , the SEC said . To settle the charges , Mr. Tyrer agreed to surrender $ 1.06 million in trading profits and $ 342,195 in interest . -1 1787563 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the 17-year-old involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . -0 297503 297732 He was also expected to visit Yemen and Bahrain during his tour of the region . Khatami , who arrived in Beirut Monday , was also to visit Syria , Yemen and Bahrain . -0 312392 312450 Opposition to the bill has come from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and members of Congress . Besides a federal judge , the criticism has mounted from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and some congressional leaders . -0 2328134 2328113 After the shooting , Hoffine fled to the nearby home of a friend , and allowed her and her daughter to leave . Hoffine drove to the home of a friend and told her what he had done before allowing the woman and her daughter to leave , Hurley said . -0 1906198 1906345 He gave a surprisingly impassioned speech to the United Steelworkers of America , who announced their endorsement yesterday . On Tuesday , he picked up the endorsement of the United Steelworkers of America . -1 582748 582674 Merrill neither admitted to nor denied wrongdoing in the accord . Merrill Lynch did not admit to wrongdoing in the accord . -1 666189 666235 Mr. Marshall demonstrated a preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act . Marshall demonstrated his preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act that was passed in November 1964 . -1 3236257 3236303 The FTC judge is set to render a decision on Dec. 18 , which is viewed as the final chapter of a long-standing legal saga that 's dragged on for years . The FTC decision is viewed as the final leg in a longstanding legal saga that has dragged on for years . -0 557353 557232 The lawmakers were departing Wednesday and expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday . The lawmakers expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday and leave Sunday for South Korea . -1 3394863 3394664 Authorities said the bodies of a man and woman were recovered on Friday from a camping ground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 caravans . Two other bodies were recovered on Friday from a campground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 trailers . -1 2009317 2009591 Democrats currently hold a 17-15 advantage in the state 's congressional delegation . The Texas congressional delegation now is 17-15 Democratic . -0 1927835 1927803 He said that most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place late on Thursday evening . Most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place , the second such incident in three weeks . -1 2363561 2363551 The awards are being announced today by the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation . The prizes , from the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation , will be awarded Friday in New York . -1 2343043 2342960 According to the survey , last years identity theft losses to businesses and financial institutions totaled nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses . Identity theft cost businesses and financial institutions nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses last year , according to the FTC . -1 2511405 2511384 The company also became synonymous with ethical business practices . Levi became known for ethical business practices . -1 2238966 2239003 Peterson , 27 , was eight months pregnant when she disappeared in the days before Christmas . Peterson was almost eight months pregnant when she was reported missing . -1 1941671 1941684 At present , the FCC will not request personal identifying information prior to allowing access to the wireless network . The FCC said that it won 't request personal identifying information before allowing people to access the wireless network . -1 261723 261954 The US on Tuesday assembled a coalition of more than a dozen countries to launch a World Trade Organisation case against the European Union 's ban on new genetically modified crops . The US on Tuesday filed a long-anticipated case in the World Trade Organisation aimed at forcing the European Union to lift its de facto moratorium on genetically modified foods . -1 3065846 3065703 A federal appeals court yesterday reinstated perjury charges against a San Diego student accused of lying about his association with 9 / 11 hijackers . A U.S. appeals court in New York reinstated perjury charges against a Grossmont College student accused of lying about his knowledge of two of the Sept . 11 hijackers . -1 597385 596832 Kerr , who won three championships with the Chicago Bulls in the 90 's and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , 3 assists and 2 rebounds . Kerr , who won three NBA titles with Chicago and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , three assists and two rebounds . -0 1478072 1477994 " If the other rating agencies also downgrade us .. The two other national rating agencies are waiting to take action . -1 1245664 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , the Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . -0 1431345 1431763 He caused a stir by misnaming the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz . He greeted the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz , as " Alex . " -1 1051647 1051745 Lloyds TSB confirmed on Tuesday it was " considering its options " over the sale of its National Bank of New Zealand subsidiary . Lloyds TSB yesterday confirmed that it had received bids for its National Bank of New Zealand operation . -1 2691044 2691264 Most economists had expected a more dire report , with many anticipating the fifth month of job losses in six months . Most economists had been expecting a far more dire report , with many expecting to see the fifth month of job losses in six months in September . -1 2343280 2343315 The reading for both August and July is the best seen since the survey began in August 1997 . It is the highest reading since the index was created in August 1997 . -1 3001417 3001446 Former U.S. Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died this afternoon in his home after a long battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . -1 1091308 1091292 Instead , bond bulls focus on the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . Still , bond bulls can take comfort in the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . -1 114363 114587 He also drove in a run on a groundout against Franklin in the fifth . He drove in another run in the fifth inning on a groundout . -1 356757 356716 In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects on Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior official said . Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . -1 2697641 2697724 Novelist Michael Peterson was convicted Friday of murdering his wife , whose body was found in a pool of blood at the bottom of a staircase in their home . A jury convicted novelist Michael Peterson Friday of bludgeoning his wife of five years in the stairwell of their home . -0 2797312 2797224 President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . " But success requires more than American assistance , " Bush said in the first speech to a joint session of Philippine Congress by a U.S. president since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . -1 98413 98644 Allied forces have overthrown the government , moved into Saddam Hussein 's palaces and started to patrol the streets of the capital . Allied forces have defeated Saddam 's military , moved into his palaces and started to patrol Baghdad . -1 1632002 1631786 They went into the operations of their own free will , " their father Dadollah Bijani said . They went into the operation on their own free will , ' Reuters quoted their father , Mr Dadollah Bijani , as saying . -1 222989 223008 The yield on the 3 5 / 8 percent February 2013 note dropped 2 basis points to 3.66 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . -1 2862391 2862245 " Imagine that in someone 's fucking brain , " Klebold said . Imagine , one said , what a bullet would do in someone 's brain . -1 2464233 2464268 " Approximately 60 per cent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish , " he said . " Approximately 60 percent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish . " -1 201901 201831 Previously he had seen the grinning mechanic from east Java only on television . Mr Hughes had seen Amrozi 's face on television , the infamous images of the grinning mechanic from east Java . -1 3214661 3214345 As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . -1 3434600 3434628 MySQL AB on Tuesday announced that it had ported its open-source database to the HP-UX operating system on the 64-bit Intel Itanium 2 processor . The company updated the MySQL 4.0 software with the ability to run on the HP-UX 11i Unix operating system and Linux on servers equipped with Intel 's 64-bit Itanium 2 processor . -0 698947 698931 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC edged up 2.84 points , or 0.18 percent , at 1,593.59 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX added 1.14 points , or 0.12 percent , at 968.14 . -1 2924601 2924957 " The question that has to be penetrated is , how did 38 visits over 2 years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation ? " " The question that has to be penetrated is how did 38 visits over two years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation , " Ryan said in an interview . -1 299230 299131 Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said that portion of the DMCA gives too much leeway to copyright holders . Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said Monday that section 512 hands too much power to copyright holders . -1 1771134 1771094 The S3C2440 CPU supports major operating systems including Microsoft Windows CE / Pocket PC , Palm OS , Symbian , and Linux . It supports the Windows CE , Palm , Symbian , and Linux operating systems . -1 2265273 2265154 The transaction will expand the revenue from Callebaut 's consumer products business to 45 percent of total sales from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . -1 3167210 3167144 Meanwhile , law enforcement officials in Palm Beach County , Fla . , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million mansion , said his drug use is under investigation . A law enforcement source in Palm Beach County , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million oceanfront mansion , said last week that Limbaugh 's drug use is still under investigation . -1 1530576 1530531 State Rep. Ron Wilson , D-Houston , joined committee Republicans in voting for the map . State Rep. Ron Wilson , a Houston Democrat , joined nine Republicans in approving the bill Saturday . -1 2690103 2690016 State unemployment last month stood at 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . -0 2776997 2776959 The three chains have replaced most of the 70,000 striking workers with temporary employees to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . -1 2833095 2833505 Government workers trapped in a burning downtown office tower frantically dialed 911 as they tried to make their way through smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . Some people trapped in a burning high-rise building in Chicago 's Loop business district frantically dialed 911 for help in escaping the smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . -0 196097 195724 Because of the distance between the two chambers , the eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky . The eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky , even though all the principals will be Republicans . -1 2874983 2874972 Their groundbreaking contributions commercialize technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development . " " Their groundbreaking contributions commercialise technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development , " it said . -0 1589051 1588829 Oak Brook , IL-based McDonalds is expected to launch several hundred restaurants by year 's end . The company 's goal is to offer wireless service at several hundred restaurants by year 's end . -1 1831453 1831491 But software license revenues , a measure financial analysts watch closely , decreased 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . -1 2359415 2359452 The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . -0 1757141 1756840 Mr. Hampton had been living at a residence for AIDS patients in Beth Israel Hospital . Hampton , 39 , died in Beth Israel Hospital , Tipograph said . -0 1567124 1567171 Already suffering with the nation 's worst credit rating , the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . The Davis administration says the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . -1 713224 713249 Testing of the swimsuit at a state police lab and at a private lab in Virginia had not yet been able determine whether it belonged to Bish , Conte said . Testing at a Massachusetts State Police lab and a private Virginia lab has not been able to determine whether the swimsuit belonged to Bish , Conte said yesterday . -1 430913 430721 Under the final tax bill , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 per cent until the end of 2008 . Under the compromise , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 percent through 2008 . -1 1499006 1499172 A grassy field and asphalt island , topped with an ATM , sit where Orville Wright once developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . Orville Wright 's laboratory was once there - where he developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . -0 1640087 1639841 Shares of GE were slipping 17 cents , or 0.6 % , to $ 28.02 in Instinet premarket trading . Shares in GE were down 7 cents to $ 28.12 by the close of trading in New York . -1 2380695 2380822 King , brand-name writer , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters . Stephen King , master of the horror story and e-book pioneer , is receiving this year 's medal for Distinguished Contributions to American Letters from the National Book Foundation . -1 813531 813243 The presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church , Frank T. Griswold III , declined , through a spokesman , to comment on the development Saturday . The presiding bishop of the Episcopal church , Frank Griswold , declined to comment on Saturday 's development . -1 3050741 3050597 IAC 's stock closed yesterday down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent , at $ 34.19 . InterActiveCorp 's shares closed at $ 34.19 , down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 2049268 2049336 Memories also live on of the bloody debacle in Somalia 10 years ago -- the last major US military involvement in Africa . Memories also live on of a bloody debacle in Somalia a decade ago -- the last major U.S. military involvement in Africa . -1 2303745 2303559 He faces up to 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine if convicted . If convicted , Parson faces up to 10 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $ 250,000 . -0 2332152 2332298 At 5 p.m. EDT , Henri had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with some gusts reaching 60 mph . At 8 p.m. Friday , Henri was becoming disorganized , but still had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with stronger gusts . -0 200007 199991 " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . " It 's a huge black eye , " Arthur Sulzberger , the newspaper 's publisher , said of the scandal . -1 735679 735698 The industry is working with the FDA " to get firm answers and not just speculation , " he told Reuters Health . Companies are working with the FDA and academics " to try and get some firm answers and not just speculation , " Jarman said . -1 1143990 1144182 It would have been the first time in Texas history that the comptroller had not certified the budget . Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . -0 1480772 1481197 Sales at Ford fell 0.1 percent while sales at DaimlerChrysler rose 7 percent . Truck sales for the world 's No. 2 automaker dropped 4.1 percent , while its car sales dropped 13.7 percent . -1 2291870 2292062 The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 per cent , said Dr Leo Bossaert , executive director of the European Resuscitation Council . The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 percent , said Bossaert , a professor at the University Hospital in Antwerp , Belgium . -1 2577517 2577531 The Denver-based natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered after it received a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission . The natural gas producer and marketer said the inaccurate reporting was discovered in response to a subpoena from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission , or CFTC . -0 3444261 3444335 GREAT train robber Ronnie Biggs was fighting for life last night after a massive heart attack . Great Train Robber Ronnie Biggs was back in jail tonight after being treated in hospital for pneumonia . -1 3267026 3266930 The steel tariffs , which the U.S. president imposed in March 2002 , will officially end at midnight , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . The U.S. steel tariffs , which Bush imposed in March 2002 , were to officially end at midnight Thursday ( 0500 GMT ) , instead of March 2005 as initially planned . -1 2288200 2288297 Russian and Saudi officials on Monday signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas sector . After talks , Russian and Saudi energy ministers signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas industry . -0 1910368 1910629 A judge stayed an injunction against RIM that would have prevented it from selling the Blackberry device and services in the United States . NTP also said it would seek an injunction preventing RIM from selling the BlackBerry in the United States . -1 684554 684840 Imam Samudra , 32 , is accused of being the " field commander " of the October 12 attacks that killed 202 people , mostly tourists . Imam Samudra is charged with playing a key role in the planning and execution of the Oct. 12 attacks , that killed 202 people , mostly foreign tourists . -1 119089 119131 This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend towards open source support of business applications . This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend toward open-source support among business application vendors . -1 3153729 3153788 Dusenbery 's fiancee , Jessica Wheat , said he was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . Jessica Wheat , who said she and Dusenbery were planning to marry , said Dusenbery was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . -1 126723 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said that a search is in progress but would not comment on its status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . -0 919945 919979 Three Federal Reserve speakers and the Fed 's anecdotal summary of U.S. economic conditions could help firm expectations . At 1800 GMT , the Federal Reserve issues its Beige Book summary of U.S. economic conditions . -0 1253232 1252575 The U.N. Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . Children get sick from drinking the water : The United Nations Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . -0 1140118 1140237 Billy Hodge , 11 , is engrossed with the Harry Potter series books . Indeed , the Harry Potter series stands in a class by itself . -1 1819331 1819007 Mr Eddington warned yesterday that the future of the airline was " in the hands of the negotiators " . " The future of BA is in the hands of the negotiators , " Eddington told British Broadcasting Corp. television on Sunday . -1 1587317 1587467 Selling it symbolically writes a finish to that chapter in the administration of our city schools . " " Selling it symbolically writes ' Finish ' to that chapter in the administration of our city 's schools , " he said . -1 921225 921296 The SIA said chip sales were expect to rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9bn next year , followed by a 5.8 in 2005 . The SIA forecast that chip sales next year will rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9 billion , followed by a 5.8 percent increase to $ 191.5 billion in 2005 . -1 3022894 3023029 Peterson has been charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and son . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . -1 129774 130001 U.S. stocks fell , led by computer-related shares , after network-equipment maker Cisco Systems Inc. said sales will be unchanged this quarter . U.S. stocks fell after Cisco Systems Inc . , the world 's biggest maker of networking-equipment , forecast that sales will be unchanged this quarter . -1 2163103 2162889 Mr. Dewhurst has called for a " cooling period " between special sessions , which could give the Democrats some time at home . Mr. Dewhurst has suggested a cooling-off period , which could give the senators time to go home . -1 2193036 2193004 Mr. Weingarten said that he expected Mr. Ebbers , who turned 62 yesterday , to be fully exonerated at trial . Mr. Ebbers ' attorney Reid Weingarten said he expects Mr. Ebbers to be exonerated . -1 2298330 2298202 The four fund companies named by Spitzer each said they 're cooperating with his investigation . All the fund companies have said they are cooperating with Spitzer 's probe . -0 1598729 1598699 Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most - performers who have a hard time lining up work . -0 100857 100809 Now Infogrames has decided to change its name to Atari . Infogrames is to change its name to Atari when NASDAQ opens for trading tomorrow . -0 3270421 3270325 At 10 p.m. , Odette was centered about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica , and was moving northeast near 8 mph . At 10 p.m. Thursday , Odette was about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica and about 900 miles south-southeast of Palm Beach . -1 701798 701818 AMC has since asked the experienced Fluor company of the US to produce a detailed costing of the project , but the report is still two weeks away . AustMag has since asked the experienced US company Fluor to produce a detailed costing of the project but the report is still two weeks away . -1 83225 83171 The researchers found only empty cavities and scar tissue where the tumors had been . No tumors were detected ; rather , empty cavities and scar tissue were found in their place . -0 2843412 2843603 The House has already approved the measure , and Congress twice sent similar legislation to President Clinton , who vetoed it . Congress twice sent similar legislation to former President Bill Clinton , who vetoed it . -1 2949057 2949004 Mr. Bush has credited the Dallas pastor with helping to inspire the idea of using federal dollars to fund faith-based programs . He has credited Dr. Evans with helping to inspire the idea of federal financing for faith-based programs . -0 2654042 2653952 Attorney Patricia Anderson , who represents the Schindlers in the courtroom tug-of-war with their son-in-law , declined to comment on the case . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . -1 666485 666401 The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . The court Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . -0 389849 389790 " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " Ashcroft said . " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " said Assistant Attorney General Michael Chertoff of the Criminal Division . -1 1814019 1813836 Those systems typically combine institutional and community-based care and are financed by a combination of state , federal , and private dollars . Those systems typically combine institutional and community care and are paid for with combinations of state , federal and private money . -1 2704921 2704886 A passer-by found Ben hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. , with his hands still taped together but his feet free . A passer-by found the boy hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. Thursday , with his feet free but his hands still taped . -1 3279619 3279661 The companies uniformly declined to give specific numbers on customer turnover , saying they will release those figures only when they report overall company performance at year-end . The companies , however , declined to give specifics on customer turnover , saying they would release figures only when they report their overall company performance . -0 1715931 1715779 Chaudhry was released 56 days later and the Fiji military installed an all-indigenous government led by Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . The Fijian military installed an all-indigenous government led by Mr Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . -0 543292 543234 Russia had closed checkpoints on parts of the border with China and Mongolia until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . Russia has closed dozens of checkpoints on the border with China and Mongolia , which has also reported SARS cases , until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . -1 360875 360943 Business Week 's online edition reported on Friday that WorldCom and the SEC could announce a settlement as early as Monday . BusinessWeek Online has learned that the settlement could come as early as Monday , May 19 . -1 2190772 2190744 Nonetheless , the open-source guru insisted , " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals . " " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals , " Raymond said . -0 3334590 3334546 The U.S. military on Dec. 2 began a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country , where Taliban activity has been highest . Since Dec. 2 the U.S. military has been engaged in a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country . -0 2688978 2688946 Britz earned $ 3.77 million in salary , bonus and other compensation , and Kinney earned $ 3.76 million . Johnston made $ 5.8 million in salary and bonus in 2001 as president , and as a part-time adviser earned $ 1 million in 2002 . -1 1869077 1868927 But the company said that its competitors simply were trying to hinder MCI 's emergence from bankruptcy . But the company said over the weekend that its competitors were simply trying to throw up roadblocks to MCIs emergence from bankruptcy . -0 3006632 3006484 As a result , Murphy sought to substitute Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , as the trustee . Murphy said Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , was in the courtroom at the time , but Strier was not . -1 729170 729288 " This moves us a lot closer to saying that the foam can do this kind of damage , " said Hubbard , a member of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board . " I think this moves us a lot closer toward saying that foam can do this kind of damage , " Hubbard said . -1 2460900 2460879 Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent ’ s team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20 mile ( 30 km ) long Disraeli Fjord . Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent 's team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20-mile-long Disraeli Fjord . -1 753324 753250 Instead , tickets for the Jersey jam went on sale last night through Ticketmaster . Tickets , available through Ticketmaster , went on sale yesterday . -1 98427 98654 On Wednesday , a man was shot near Kut as he tried to run over two marines at a checkpoint . On Wednesday , the Marines shot an attacker near the town of Al-Kut as he tried to run over two Marines at a checkpoint . -1 3294368 3294400 Among the proposals is one for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next CHOGM meeting in two years . Among the proposals being considered is for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in two years . -0 2564884 2565012 The percentage of Americans without health coverage rose from 14.6 to 15.2 . The percentage of Californians without health insurance was unchanged , the report showed . -1 374633 374276 Yesterday 's ruling is a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , he said , but there is more to be done . He said the court 's ruling was a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , but that there was more to be done . -1 2565183 2565368 A ruling last week by U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry triggered a whirlwind of activity in Washington . The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . -0 2808363 2808393 Seven people were taken to hospital today after a second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . The leader of the country ’ s biggest rail union threatened industrial action today following the second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . -1 3264637 3264648 The quick conviction followed a 21 / 2-week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . -0 1233840 1234052 IDEC shareholders would own 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company , and Biogen shareholders the remaining 49.5 percent . The companies said Idec holders would own about 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company . -1 3237014 3237103 U.S. officials say Hussein loyalists do not require high-technology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . U.S. officials say operatives loyal to the ousted Saddam government do not require hightechnology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . -1 3437707 3437406 Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach LLP said it filed suit in a New York court on Monday on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund . Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach filed the lawsuit , which seeks class-action status , on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund in federal court in Manhattan . -1 2760853 2760820 Both figures were below consensus expectations , but August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fueling a dollar rally . But August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fuelling a dollar rally . -1 882187 882090 Attorneys for the Roman Catholic archdiocese and nearly 250 alleged victims began meeting last week to reach an out-of-court settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . -1 1513826 1513799 The two other passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist Fort Worth hospitals with critical injuries . Two additional passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist hospitals , both with what was described as critical injuries . -1 1375466 1376092 The new law requires libraries and schools to use filters or lose federal financing . The 6-3 ruling reinstates a law that told libraries to install filters or surrender federal money . -1 2713566 2713602 At first , the animals ’ performance declined compared to the sessions on the joystick . At first , the animals ' performance declined compared with the joystick sessions . -0 2565365 2565470 " The public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " he said at a White House ceremony . " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " Mr. Bush said . -1 1805942 1806008 Lucent 's stock was off 7 cents , or 3.7 percent , at $ 1.84 in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Lucent shares fell 8 cents , or 4.19 percent , to $ 1.83 a share in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 637337 637102 McBride dismissed Novell 's Unix ownership claims as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " " We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community , " McBride said . -0 2304663 2304743 Although they no longer get the glory , desktop PC exceeded IDC 's shipment expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . Desktop PC shipments also exceeded IDC 's expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . -1 3023907 3023990 " Clearly it is a tragic day for Americans , " he said in Washington . " It 's clearly a tragic day for America , " Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said in Washington . -1 1363236 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast creates a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . -1 2281720 2281824 PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . In July , PC-related products were the strongest sector with microprocessors up 5.6 per cent and DRAMs up 8.2 per cent over June . -0 2398653 2398717 Last month , The Washington Post Co. introduced Express , a tabloid distributed largely along transit routes . Last month The Washington Post also launched a free tabloid aimed at younger readers called the Express . -1 844668 844525 After a tense stand-off , the battlewagon turned back . After the French threatened to open fire , the battlewagon turned back . -1 2965162 2965125 Ten , two mobile homes and numerous outbuildings were destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . He said eight or nine homes had been destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . -0 3315915 3315684 Limbaugh 's lawyer , Roy Black , has accused the Palm Beach State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for investigating whether the conservative radio commentator bought painkillers illegally . Limbaugh 's attorney , Roy Black , has accused the State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for its investigation . -1 345799 345827 The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bps ( bits per second ) within the next two years , a senior Cisco Systems Inc. executive said Wednesday . The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bit / sec within the next two years , a senior Cisco executive said Wednesday . -0 3020766 3020743 Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack had been headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . -0 3416795 3416666 He also wrote the state was right to execute a search warrant at the store . He said he had told the state police to execute a search warrant but stop if they encountered resistance . -1 1551941 1551886 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 3 p.m. Arizona time Sunday . -1 162632 162653 Only one of the five buildings in the Baghdad compound of the United Nations Development Program escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . Only one of the five buildings in the compound in Baghdad run by the UN Development Program , escaped being burned , the UN said on its Web site . -1 2359498 2359373 Only the Intel Corporation has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . -0 176016 175686 Shares of Ahold rose 12 cents , or 2.3 percent , to 5.35 euros in Amsterdam . Ahold 's U.S. shares rose 52 cents , or 9 percent , to $ 6.30 . -0 1260657 1260284 Michelle Wie chips Sunday during her 1-up victory over Virada Nirapathpongporn in the 27th U.S. Women 's Amateur Public Links Championship . Now she has her first trophy after victory in the US Women 's Amateur Public Links here on Sunday . -1 1970412 1970729 Powell 's rendition of the third conversation made it more incriminating , by saying an officer ordered that the area be " cleared out . " Powell 's version made it seem more sinister when he said an officer on the tape ordered that the area be " cleared out . " -0 452901 452846 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . -0 488383 488290 The euro soared to US $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back slightly to US $ 1.1895 as trading opened in Europe . The euro soared to $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back to $ 1.1884 in late European trading , up from $ 1.1857 late Monday . -1 2193364 2193349 PBL 's Channel Nine has been billed as Australia 's most popular commercial station after it recently recorded 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . Channel Nine has been billed as the most popular commercial station after recently recording 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . -1 2383571 2383561 The Nasdaq composite index rose 15.82 , or 0.9 percent , to 1,861.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 17.48 points , or 0.95 percent , at 1,863.18 . -1 2059075 2059189 It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted on BugTraq . " " It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted , " it added . -1 71430 71501 The money was taken at 4 a.m. on March 18 , hours before the U.S. launched its first air strikes , the newspaper said . The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . -1 2479142 2479120 " The company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority , " the statement said . The Company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority in all business practices , " AOL added . -1 2062463 2062539 Nvidia shares lost 58 cents ( U.S. ) or 3.46 per cent to $ 16.20 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Nvidia 's stock fell 65 cents , or almost 4 percent , to $ 16.13 on Nasdaq . -0 2740505 2740326 Yang would dine on shredded pork with garlic and kung pao chicken washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . Yang was to dine on specially designed packets of shredded pork with garlic and " eight treasure " rice , washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . -1 1128884 1128865 Shares of Salix have rocketed 64 percent since Axcan made its first offer on April 10 . Since the initial takeover offer , Salix shares have risen about 35 percent . -0 1262752 1262792 Cullen is replacing former chief privacy officer Richard Purcell , who left earlier this year . The job had been vacant since Richard Purcell left earlier this year . -0 3313770 3313492 Singapore reported no suspected SARS cases Wednesday , but officials quarantined 70 people who had contact with the Taiwanese patient . Still , Singapore quarantined 70 people who had been in close contact with the scientist . -0 381114 381167 The agencies warn that the " insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans . " The insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans , so cracks should be sealed , they recommend . -0 1313226 1312848 Mallard 's friend , Clete Jackson , and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , pleaded guilty last year to dumping Biggs ' body . That night Jackson and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , went with Mallard to her house . -1 1365816 1365635 " Oh , it 's never fun to be No 4 , especially if you 've been No 1 before . " It 's never fun to be No. 4 , especially if you 've been No. 1 before , ' ' said Williams . " -1 313831 313291 It consisted of eight blacks , two Guyanese and two whites . The new jury consisted of eight blacks , two whites and two jurors of Guyanese descent . -0 131787 132098 But Nelson claims he did it because he was drunk on beer , not because Rosenbaum was jewish . Those two witnesses say that Nelson confessed to killing Rosenbaum , but claimed he did it because he was drunk on beer . -1 2170932 2170835 In the 1990 's , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs ate away at the shuttle program 's safety margins . In the 1990s , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs etched away at the shuttle program 's thin margins of safety . -1 608034 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . -1 2581167 2581252 The 5,000 members have already pledged to relocate to the selected state , Free State Project organizers say . The project already has more than 5,000 members committed to relocating to the " free state . " -0 2186975 2186979 In Hong Kong , 24 patients were quarantined Wednesday after seven public hospital workers developed flu-like symptoms . This after seven health care workers at a public hospital fell ill with flu-like symptoms . -0 1054682 1054537 By late afternoon , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.81 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,331.77 , having gained 201 points Monday to its highest level since July 2002 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 8.76 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,310.20 , having gained 201 points Monday . -1 1812255 1812313 On Friday , every major exhibitor will donate time to play daily trailers on all screens in more than 5,000 U.S. theaters . Beginning Friday , every major exhibitor in the country will donate time to play trailers in more than 5,000 theaters across the United States . -1 3264732 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . -1 1801777 1801802 The charges came after the federal government prohibited the sheik from speaking with the media and imposed special measures restricting his access to mail , the telephone and visitors . The charges came after the federal government imposed special administrative measures restricting the sheik 's access to mail , the telephone and visitors and prohibiting him from speaking with the media . -1 2461524 2461528 The updated 64-bit operating system , Windows XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems , will run natively on AMD Athlon 64 processor-powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . Windows XP 64-bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems will support AMD64 technology , running natively on AMD Athlon 64 powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . -0 1217672 1217567 " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Mr. Powell said , referring to the killing of Abdullah Qawasmeh , a leading Hamas figure . " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Powell told a news conference in neighboring Jordan . -0 2229419 2229908 The department 's position threatens to alienate social conservatives , who have provided strong political support for Mr. Ashcroft and President Bush . The department 's stance disappointed some abortion opponents , and it threatens to alienate social conservatives who have provided strong political support for Ashcroft and President Bush . -0 127586 127652 French President Jacques Chirac was said to have demanded that a European company provide the engines . French President Jacques Chirac was also reported to have supported the European bid . -1 821296 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . -1 3017248 3017177 Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company statement said . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " -1 1721433 1721267 It 's happened five times in the last 11 years : A disaster puts this Southwestern town in the headlines during the summer tourist season . It 's happened five times in the last decade : A disaster puts this tourist town in the headlines during summer , its busiest season . -0 146112 146127 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . -0 1741899 1741943 " His statement is that he possibly hit the gas instead of the brakes , " Mr Butts said . " He says he couldn 't stop the vehicle ... his statement is he possibly hit the gas instead of the brake , " Butts said . -1 2798317 2798487 Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action yesterday after they abandoned their night patrol to watch David Blaine . Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action today after they abandoned their street patrol to go and watch the American illusionist David Blaine . -1 1972375 1972241 Whitey Bulger is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . A former FBI informant , Whitey Bulger is now on the agency 's " Ten Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . -0 599474 599497 Humphries , and his father William , were on the IU campus Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning . Humphries , and his father , William , arrived at IU in the early afternoon and spent the day with IU coach Mike Davis . -1 2922492 2922548 He also worked in the Virginia attorney general 's office . Before that he held various posts in Virginia , including deputy attorney general . -1 1096217 1096374 Blue chips edged lower by midday on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . U.S. stocks fell in early morning trade on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . -1 1754723 1754661 " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " said the official , referring to the section that contained the State Department 's dissent . " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " he said , referring to the annex . -1 347271 347376 At least 2 female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 people who have had contact with them have been quarantined . At least two female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses now have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 of their contacts have been quarantined . -1 3147467 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , the American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . -1 1116151 1116373 The rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat and stabbed others , police said . On Tuesday night rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat or stabbed others . -1 276403 276121 Congo 's many-sided war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the government in Kinshasa . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . -0 2365740 2365690 Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he spoke with Kernan not long before the oath of office ceremony . Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he 'll miss the governor 's civility most . -0 2414757 2414471 For the first time starting Thursday , all four pages of the Constitution will be on view instead of just the first and last pages . And for the first time , all four pages of the Constitution will be on permanent display . -1 173875 173602 Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen has strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened . Japan 's Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen had strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened in the market to stem the yen 's rise . -0 2005797 2005527 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group in North America . -1 389117 389052 The company emphasized that McDonald 's USA does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for McDonald 's use in the United States . McDonald 's said in a statement that it does not import any raw beef or hamburger patties from Canada for use in the United States . -1 1801 886 The S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes recorded their third straight week of gains . Both the S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes have scored three straight weeks of gains . -1 786528 786557 Two years later , the insurance coverage would begin . Under the agreement , Medicare coverage for drug benefits would begin in 2006 . -1 720580 720648 He said there were complex reasons for the increased numbers of cases and scientists were only just beginning to understand the risk factors . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . -1 2688423 2688373 After all , China isn 't racing anyoneso there 's no great rush , " Clark said . After all , China isn ’ t racing anyone … so there ’ s no great rush , ” Clark said . -1 2661769 2661835 Additionally , the new Server Admin tool is intended to make it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the services built into Panther Server . In addition , Apple 's new Server Admin tool makes it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the complete set of services built into Panther Server . -1 872784 872834 Gregory Parseghian , a former investment banker , was appointed chief executive . Greg Parseghian was appointed the new chief executive . -1 2033467 2033490 Furthermore , Bremer estimated that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al-Islam have slipped back into the country since May 1 . Furthermore , Mr Bremer said that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al Islam had slipped back into the country since May 1 . -1 61572 61769 Holders of paper bonds will be able , though not required , to convert to electronic accounts . Beginning sometime next year , holders of existing paper bonds will be encouraged to exchange them for electronic versions . -0 2977500 2977547 Their contract will expire at 12 : 01 a.m. Wednesday instead of 12 : 01 a.m. Sunday , said Rian Wathen , organizing director for United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . " It has outraged the membership , " said Rian Wathen , organizing director of United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700 . -1 1450152 1450239 Labor 's Julia Gillard said it was a " major failure of coastal surveillance " . Opposition politicians have described it as a " major failure in coastal surveillance " . -1 1767158 1767363 The suspected militants ambushed the convoy Saturday near the town of Spinboldak , said U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge . The suspected militants ambushed the convoy near the town of Spinboldak , U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge said Sunday , a day after the attack . -1 957369 957420 She has also signed a contract with Random House to write two books . Pauley also announced Thursday that she has struck a deal with Random House to pen two books . -0 969513 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . -1 3107137 3107119 But plaque volume increased by 2.7 percent in pravastatin patients . The volume of plaque in Pravachol patients ' arteries rose by 3 % . -0 633745 633767 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.67 , or 1.2 percent , to 975.26 , having risen 3.3 percent last week . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . -1 59595 59553 The retailer said it came to the decision after hearing the opinions of customers and associates . The decision came after " listening to our customers and associates , " Melissa Berryhill , a spokeswoman for Wal-Mart , said . -1 953483 953746 Analysts attributed the increase in part to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . WCOEQ.PK and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target . Analysts attributed its rise to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . < WCOEQ.PK > and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target , among other factors . -0 2198624 2198903 The NEA report , the " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas . The NEA report , " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas and mold the country 's image of teachers . -1 774533 774306 Paul Themba Nyathi , an MDC spokesman , said the Avenues Clinic was being targeted because it was treating opposition supporters . MDC spokesperson Paul Themba Nyathi said the Avenues Clinic was targeted because it was handling opposition supporters . -1 1057546 1057424 Federal Judge William Barbour said Tuesday he imposed the maximum sentence because Avants showed no remorse in the brutal slaying . U.S. District Judge William Barbour said he imposed the maximum because Avants showed no remorse . -1 453219 453181 " These are dark days for our industry , " Giovanni Bisignani , director general of the Geneva-based organization , said in a statement . " These are dark days for our industry , " the Geneva-based International Air Transport Association 's Director-General Giovanni Bisignani said . -0 2147554 2147520 US Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline , which transports crude from Colombia 's second-biggest oil field . U.S. Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline . -0 2054430 2054818 Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , argued that the freeze is for only a few months . Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , said the bill won 't freeze rates as its supporters claim . -1 863474 863505 She was the only woman in her unit and a member of Teamsters Local 995 . She was the only woman employed as a warehouse worker and heavy equipment operator and the only woman in her Teamsters local . -1 2962749 2962720 After consulting with experts , he said he was advised a delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family . Experts say the delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family , Thibault said . -1 1619244 1619274 Today in the US , the book - kept under wraps by its publishers , G. P. Putnam 's Sons , since its inception - will appear in bookstores . Tomorrow the book , kept under wraps by G. P. Putnam 's Sons since its inception , will appear in bookstores . -0 1281485 1281634 Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . Analysts have estimated that the two networks could fetch as much as $ 7 billion . -1 1396360 1396347 Microsoft favors setting up " independent e-mail trust authorities to establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " Gates says he wants to see " independent e-mail trust authorities " who " establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " -1 720493 720648 " The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and we are only just beginning to understand the risk factors , " he said . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . -1 2228681 2228695 The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was reprinted this week on the website http : / / www.smokinggun.com. The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was re-printed this week on the Web Site www.thesmokinggun.com. -1 487240 487102 Trevor Fetter , who returned to Tenet as president last November , has been appointed as acting CEO , the company said . The board has appointed Trevor Fetter , who returned to the company as president last November , as acting CEO . -1 1469341 1469352 The Fox Movie Channel has banned Charlie Chan . Charlie Chan is off the case for the Fox Movie Channel . -1 3052786 3052810 The 3 { hours of recordings include conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . Among them are conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . -0 1607481 1607344 Germans account for more than 40 percent of foreign visitors coming to Italy . Germans represent more than a quarter of all foreign visitors to Italy and 40 percent of hotel bookings . -0 3061836 3062031 The S & P / TSX composite rose 87.74 points on the week , while the TSX Venture Exchange composite gained 44.49 points . On the week , the Dow Jones industrial average rose 11.56 points , while the Nasdaq Stock Market gained 39.42 points . -1 3021663 3021933 Muhammad and fellow sniper suspect Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . Mr. Muhammad , 42 , and 18-year-old Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial separately Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . -1 3058389 3058484 Thursday , Mr. Romanow called it an offence to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . Yesterday , Mr. Romanow said it was an affront to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . -1 1279583 1279615 " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize , " said Chief Financial Officer Robert Rivet . " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize as we had anticipated , " the company said . -1 485999 486011 Ex-KGB agent Putin added that the Beatles were considered ' propaganda of an alien ideology ' . In Soviet times the Beatles ' music " was considered propaganda of an alien ideology . -1 1571093 1571028 Feelings about current business conditions improved substantially from the first quarter , jumping from 40 to 55 . Assessment of current business conditions improved substantially , the Conference Board said , jumping to 55 from 40 in the first quarter . -1 2980386 2980142 U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said the incident resulted from " two staff members bringing in Halloween costumes . " U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said ``two staff members bringing in Halloween costumes ' ' were responsible . -1 2063589 2063578 The company reported that it terminated Sequent 's Unix contract for improper transfer of source code and development methods into Linux . SCO said it terminated Sequent 's contract due to improper transfer of the company 's source code and development methods into Linux . -1 487738 487702 Investors are taking heed of the latest warning from Japan 's top financial diplomat Zembei Mizoguchi that Japan would act to prevent excessive swings in rates . Investors kept in mind Tuesday 's warning from Japan 's top financial diplomat Zembei Mizoguchi that Japan would act to prevent excessive swings in currency rates . -0 1850317 1850031 Mr McDevitt has been granted control of three crucial aspects of policing in the Solomons . Mr McDevitt has been granted control of three aspects of policing by Commissioner William Morrell . -0 1050636 1050722 In 2002 , Linksys overtook Cisco Systems as the leading wireless equipment vendor , accounting for 14.1 percent of revenue . Rolfe said Linksys overtook Cisco Systems last year as the leading supplier of WLAN equipment . -0 613592 613574 RT Jones analyst Juli Niemann said Grant was " the one we were all pulling for . He has a very good reputation , " RT Jones analyst Juli Niemann said of Grant . -1 62256 62268 The layoffs at Eddie Bauer headquarters were dispersed across the company and at all levels , spokeswoman Lisa Erickson said . The eliminations at Eddie Bauer come at all divisions and levels of the company , said Eddie Bauer spokeswoman Lisa Erickson . -1 378653 378621 Mr Martin said the company is " cautiously optimistic regarding some improvement in sales and operating performance trends in the second half of 2003 " . We are cautiously optimistic regarding some improvement in sales and operating performance trends in the second half of 2003 . " -1 1037500 1037399 " It was one of the first times in my life that I felt we were truly being treated as Americans , ' ' she said . " It was one of the few times in my life when I felt that we were truly being treated as Americans . " -1 552386 552172 " Please , keep doing your homework , " said Bavelier , the mother of three . " Please , keep doing your homework , " said Bavelier , the mother of 6-year-old twins and a 2-year old . -1 2936214 2936069 While Mr. Qurei is widely respected and has a long history of negotiating with the Israelis , he cannot expect such a warm welcome . While Qureia is respected and has a history of negotiating with the Israelis , a warm welcome is not expected . -1 1633651 1633682 " Nobody wants to go to war with anybody about anything ... it 's always very much a last resort thing and one to be avoided , " Mr Howard told Sydney radio . " We don 't want to go to war with anybody . . . it 's always very much a last resort , and one to be avoided . -1 3285516 3285301 " The message is : If an individual is thinking of getting a flu shot , they shouldn 't wait . " The message to the public is : If you are thinking of getting a flu shot , don 't wait any longer , " he said . " -1 1628068 1628145 Gilroy police and FBI agents described Gehring as cooperative , but said Saturday that he had revealed nothing about what had happened to the children . Saturday , officials in California described Gehring as cooperative — but said he has revealed nothing about what has happened to the children . -1 2436811 2436865 Knox County Health Department is following national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Protocol to contain infection . The health department spokesperson added the department is following Centers for Disease Control protocol . -1 749248 749566 The new rules will allow a single company to own TV stations that reach 45 percent of U.S. households instead of the old 35 percent . The changed national ownership limit allows a company to own TV stations reaching 45 percent of U.S. households instead of 35 percent . -1 1620264 1620507 " At this point , Mr. Brando announced : ' Somebody ought to put a bullet ' " through her head , the motion continued . Brando said that " somebody ought to put a bullet " through her head , according to the defense . -0 1848001 1848224 Martin , 58 , will be freed today after serving two thirds of his five-year sentence for the manslaughter of 16-year-old Fred Barras . Martin served two thirds of a five-year sentence for the manslaughter of Barras and for wounding Fearon . -1 747160 747144 " We have concluded that the outlook for price stability over the medium term has improved significantly since our last decision to lower interest rates , " Duisenberg said . In a statement , the ECB said the outlook for price stability over the medium term had " improved significantly " since its last decision to lower interest rates in March . -1 2539933 2539850 The notification was first reported Friday by MSNBC . MSNBC.com first reported the CIA request on Friday . -0 453575 453448 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR rose 22 / 32 for a yield of 4.31 percent , versus 4.35 percent at Wednesday 's close . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv deleted file mode 100644 index 32ce6ff700..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/test.tsv +++ /dev/null @@ -1,1726 +0,0 @@ -index #1 ID #2 ID #1 String #2 String -0 1089874 1089925 PCCW 's chief operating officer , Mike Butcher , and Alex Arena , the chief financial officer , will report directly to Mr So . Current Chief Operating Officer Mike Butcher and Group Chief Financial Officer Alex Arena will report to So . -1 3019446 3019327 The world 's two largest automakers said their U.S. sales declined more than predicted last month as a late summer sales frenzy caused more of an industry backlash than expected . Domestic sales at both GM and No. 2 Ford Motor Co. declined more than predicted as a late summer sales frenzy prompted a larger-than-expected industry backlash . -2 1945605 1945824 According to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( news - web sites ) , there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there were 19 reported cases of measles in the United States in 2002 . -3 1430402 1430329 A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday and was expected to hit somewhere along the Texas or Louisiana coasts by Monday night . A tropical storm rapidly developed in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday and could have hurricane-force winds when it hits land somewhere along the Louisiana coast Monday night . -4 3354381 3354396 The company didn 't detail the costs of the replacement and repairs . But company officials expect the costs of the replacement work to run into the millions of dollars . -5 1390995 1391183 The settling companies would also assign their possible claims against the underwriters to the investor plaintiffs , he added . Under the agreement , the settling companies will also assign their potential claims against the underwriters to the investors , he added . -6 2201401 2201285 Air Commodore Quaife said the Hornets remained on three-minute alert throughout the operation . Air Commodore John Quaife said the security operation was unprecedented . -7 2453843 2453998 A Washington County man may have the countys first human case of West Nile virus , the health department said Friday . The countys first and only human case of West Nile this year was confirmed by health officials on Sept . 8 . -8 1756630 1756502 Moseley and a senior aide delivered their summary assessments to about 300 American and allied military officers on Thursday . General Moseley and a senior aide presented their assessments at an internal briefing for American and allied military officers at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada on Thursday . -9 938878 938896 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . -10 2357153 2357114 Consumers would still have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . -11 2760337 2760373 The increase reflects lower credit losses and favorable interest rates . The gain came as a result of fewer credit losses and lower interest rates . -12 3447768 3447857 The device plays Internet radio streams and comes with a 30-day trial of RealNetworks ' Rhapsody music service . The product also streams Internet radio and comes with a 30-day free trial for RealNetworks ' Rhapsody digital music subscription service . -13 173848 173787 Hong Kong was flat , Australia , Singapore and South Korea lost 0.2-0.4 percent . Australia was flat , Singapore was down 0.3 percent by midday and South Korea added 0.2 percent . -14 1756397 1756332 Evidence suggests two of the victims were taken by surprise , while the other two might have tried to flee or to defend themselves or the others , police said . Evidence suggests two victims were taken by surprise , while the others may have tried to flee or perhaps defend themselves or their friends , police said . -15 749900 749726 Ballmer has been vocal in the past warning that Linux is a threat to Microsoft . In the memo , Ballmer reiterated the open-source threat to Microsoft . -16 501917 501968 A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . A plane carrying 75 people , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , crashed in thick fog in Turkey early on Monday , killing all aboard , officials said . -17 356718 356778 Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . -18 1083541 1083857 " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great ' Sopranos ' saga , " HBO chairman and chief executive Chris Albrecht said . " I 'm delighted that David Chase has decided to give us another chapter in the great Sopranos saga , " said HBO Chairman Chris Albrecht in a statement . -19 1090263 1090673 The two had argued that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . He and Zilkha believed that only a new board would have had the credibility to restore El Paso to health . -20 666617 666675 " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " the judge told the convicted crack cocaine kingpin . " There 's no reason for you to keep your skills up , " U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz told McGriff after he was sentenced . -21 2299642 2299604 Still , he said , " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill . " " I 'm absolutely confident we 're going to have a bill , " Frist , R-Tenn . , said Thursday . -22 2878218 2878204 " Senator Clinton should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with the important issue of homeland security funding , " he said . " She should be ashamed of herself for playing politics with this important issue , " said state budget division spokesman Andrew Rush . -23 1758014 1758028 Federal agents said yesterday they are investigating the theft of 1,200 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . -24 149718 149404 Last year , Comcast signed 1.5 million new digital cable subscribers . Comcast has about 21.3 million cable subscribers , many in the largest U.S. cities . -25 3018662 3018965 Schofield got Toepfer to admit on cross-examination that she ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . But under cross-examination by O 'Donnell 's attorney , Lorna Schofield , Toepfer conceded she had ignored many of O 'Donnell 's suggestions and projects . -26 2444603 2444722 The man accused of using fake grenades to commandeer a Cuban plane that landed in Key West in April was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison . A Cuban architect was sentenced to 20 years in prison Friday for using two fake grenades to hijack a passenger plane from Cuba to Florida in April . -27 356716 356884 Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior government official said . -28 2535248 2535076 The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was born on Aug. 28 , 1925 , in Chicago and was carried onstage for applause when he was three days old . The son of circus trapeze artists turned vaudevillians , O 'Connor was carried onstage for applause when he was 3 days old . -29 1811569 1811633 Ricky Clemons ' brief , troubled Missouri basketball career is over . Missouri kicked Ricky Clemons off its team , ending his troubled career there . -30 956105 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . -31 1558644 1558584 The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi official in Kirkuk . The daily Hurriyet said the raid aimed to foil a Turkish plot to kill an unnamed senior Iraqi Kurdish official in Kirkuk , but Gul has denied any Turkish plot . -32 659710 660044 " It was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games , " Thomas said . " We 're in the Stanley Cup finals , and it was a little bit embarrassing the way we played in the first two games . -33 1268500 1268733 Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 135.92 / 6.04 yen against the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . -34 197693 197750 Snow 's remark ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign-exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . Snow 's remark on the dollar 's effects on exports ``has a psychological impact , ' ' said Hans Redeker , head of foreign- exchange strategy at BNP Paribas . -35 2226418 2226158 The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . The women said victims of rape who came forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their attackers escaped judgment , prompting most victims to remain silent . -36 2191765 2192036 " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its UK business , " Cicutto added . " The National has no interest in acquiring AMP while AMP owns its U.K. business , " NAB chief executive Frank Cicutto said . -37 2455974 2455938 In a statement , Mr. Rowland said : " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me . " As is the case with all appointees , Commissioner Anson is accountable to me , " Rowland said . -38 816693 816490 Oracle 's $ 5 billion hostile bid for PeopleSoft is clearly not sitting well with PeopleSoft 's executives . Oracle on Friday launched a $ 5.1 billion hostile takeover bid for PeopleSoft . -39 198581 198842 Taha is married to former Iraqi oil minister Amir Muhammed Rasheed , who surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . Taha 's husband , former oil minister Amer Mohammed Rashid , surrendered to U.S. forces on April 28 . -40 69590 69792 Cisco pared spending during the quarter to compensate for sluggish sales . In response to sluggish sales , Cisco pared spending . -41 2226059 2226265 Seven 20- and 21-year-old cadets were ticketed by police for drinking alcohol in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two young women , aged 16 and 18 . Seven 20- and 21-year-old male cadets were caught in an off-campus hotel room early Saturday with two female teens , 16 and 18 years . -42 1012095 1012246 Dixon 's win moved him into second place in the points standings , 49 behind Kanaan . " It 's always fun to come to Colorado , " said Dixon , who moved into second in the IRL standings behind Kanaan . -43 2320049 2320007 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program that also dated from the Depression years . -44 1908431 1908277 On July 22 , Moore announced he would appeal the case directly to the U.S. Supreme Court . Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . -45 2594779 2595060 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 19.72 points , or 1.98 percent , to 1,015.69 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . -46 173717 173841 Thanks to the euro 's rise against the Japanese currency , the dollar was at 117.24 yen , well above the overnight 10-month low of 116 yen . The euro 's rise against the yen and speculation of Japanese intervention helped the dollar firm to 117.25 yen , well above a 10-month low of 116 yen hit on Thursday . -47 2963161 2963103 Thursday afternoon , the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was trading up just 1.48 points , or 0.1 percent , to 1,049.59 . Stocks closed largely unchanged , with the Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index dipping 1.17 points , to 1,046.94 . -48 2375809 2375778 " They were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street . Investigators " were chipping away at the concrete to get to the body , " said Chris Butler , who lives across the street in the quiet city neighborhood . -49 3298856 3298813 Nicholas is the uncle of Louima , the Haitian immigrant who was sexually tortured by NYPD cops in 1997 . Mr. Nicolas is an uncle of Abner Louima , who was tortured by New York City police officers in 1997 . -50 3052031 3052077 The procedure is generally performed in the second or third trimester . The technique is used during the second and , occasionally , third trimester of pregnancy . -51 546923 546915 " Just sitting around in a big base camp , knocking back cans of beer , I don 't particularly regard as mountaineering , " he added . " Sitting around in base camp knocking back cans of beer - that I don 't particularly regard as mountaineering . " -52 1853823 1853477 She survives him as do their four children -- sons Anthony and Kelly , daughters Linda Hope and Nora Somers -- and four grandchildren . Hope is survived by his wife ; sons Anthony and Kelly ; daughters Linda and Nora Somers ; and four grandchildren . -53 3417894 3417817 It exploded in his hands , but the former Italian prime minister was unhurt . The letter bomb sent to Prodi exploded in his hands but he was unhurt . -54 3026089 3026070 The British Foreign Office said Monday that coalition authorities in Iraq were pleased that the men were freed . The British Foreign Office said it had mediated the two men 's release . -55 1618799 1619119 Now , with the agency 's last three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia disaster , that wait could be even longer . With the remaining three shuttles grounded in the wake of the Columbia accident , the rookies will have to wait even longer . -56 842299 842482 ISRAELI soldiers knocked down empty mobile homes and water towers in 10 tiny West Bank settlement outposts overnight as part of a US-backed Mideast peace plan . Israeli soldiers began tearing down settlement outposts in the West Bank yesterday - an Israeli obligation under a new Mideast peace plan . -57 2795276 2795258 " These documents are indecipherable to me , and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere , " the lawyer said . " These documents are indecipherable to me , " the lawyers said , " and the fact is that this investigation has led nowhere . " -58 2452146 2452300 The latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting ; they were forecasting claims to fall no lower than 410,000 for last week . Despite problems in the job market , the latest snapshot of the labor markets was slightly better than economists were expecting . -59 1596213 1596237 Another body was pulled from the water on Thursday and two seen floating down the river could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . Two more bodies were seen floating down the river on Thursday , but could not be retrieved due to the strong currents , local reporters said . -60 420631 420719 Those reports were denied by the interior minister , Prince Nayef . However , the Saudi interior minister , Prince Nayef , denied the reports . -61 2597390 2597503 Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , and many of the arrests of key al-Qaida operatives have taken place in those areas . Other members of the organization are believed to be in Pakistani cities , where many of the arrests of key Al Qaeda operatives have taken place . -62 2152575 2152598 " Our decision today is quite limited , " the judges stated in their opinion . " Our decision today is quite limited , " they conclude . -63 1704383 1704087 The woman had agreed to testify after receiving immunity protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . The defense said the woman testified under an immunity deal protecting her from punishment for lying and other violations of the academy 's honor code . -64 1587838 1587560 Under terms of the deal , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 of a share of EMC common stock for each share of Legato stock . Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . -65 3099593 3099626 " Our prognosis for a continued and steady recovery is being realized , and the outlook remains bright , " bureau CEO Greg Stuart says . " Our prognosis for a continued and steady recovery is being realized and the outlook remains bright , " said Greg Stuart , president and CEO of the IAB . -66 459714 459611 Kingston also finished with 67 after producing six birdies on the back nine . South Africa 's James Kingston is also on five under after blitzing six birdies on his back nine . -67 2636620 2636688 " At least two of them were supposed to be in positions of leadership for the younger boys . " At least two of [ the suspects ] were supposed to be in positions of leadership , " he said . -68 172379 172538 Ms Lafferty 's lawyer , Thomas Ezzell , told a Kentucky newspaper : " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen . " My understanding of this is that there is a lower percentage of successful impregnations with frozen , " Ezzell said . -69 389027 388939 Its Canadian operations only buy beef from facilities that are federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " McDonald 's Canada only purchases beef from facilities federally inspected and approved by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency . " -70 1305621 1305775 Agriculture ministers from more than one hundred nations are expected to attend the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . -71 276515 276501 While there were about 700 Uruguayan UN peacekeepers in Bunia , they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . The UN has approximately 600 troops in the town , but they were " neither trained nor equipped " to deal with inter-ethnic violence , Mr Eckhard said . -72 1617861 1617809 Shares of Coke were down 49 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 43.52 in early trading Friday on the New York Stock Exchange . In late morning trading , Coke shares were down 2 cents at $ 43.99 on the New York Stock Exchange . -73 3063295 3063680 NASIRIYA , Iraq — Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch have angrily dismissed claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . -74 1398956 1398777 If people took the pill daily , they would lower their risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists claim . Taking the pill would lower the risk of heart attack by 88 percent and of stroke by 80 percent , the scientists said . -75 1401946 1401697 Amgen shares gained 93 cents , or 1.45 percent , to $ 65.05 in afternoon trading on Nasdaq . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -76 98645 98414 From the start , however , the United States ' declared goal was not just to topple Saddam but to stabilize Iraq and install a friendly government . But the United States ' ultimate goal was not just to topple Mr. Hussein but to stabilize the country and install a friendly government . -77 3113657 3113590 Customers that pay the $ 1,219 entrance fee get SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses . Retail pricing for SMS 2003 with 10 device client access licenses is $ 1,219 . -78 2930352 2930380 It was the best advance since Oct. 1 , when the index gained 22.25 . Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 15.66 to 1,046.79 , its best advance since Oct. 1 , when it gained 22.25 . -79 2467229 2467352 " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through , " she said . She also pledged to bring peace to Iraq : " Americans don 't cut and run , we have to see this misadventure through . " -80 1081112 1081199 MSN Messenger 6 will be available for download starting at 6 p.m. GMT on Wednesday from http : / / messenger.msn.com / download / v6preview.asp. The MSN Messenger 6 software will be available from 11 a.m. PST on Wednesday , according to Microsoft . -81 1782395 1782413 If Shelley certifies enough are valid , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days , setting the state into uncharted political waters . If the Democrat certifies that there are enough valid signatures , the lieutenant governor must call an election within 60 to 80 days . -82 1246493 1246786 The most serious breach of royal security in recent years occurred in 1982 when 30-year-old Michael Fagan broke into the queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . It was the most serious breach of royal security since 1982 when an intruder , Michael Fagan , found his way into the Queen 's bedroom at Buckingham Palace . -83 41193 41211 Shares of LendingTree rose 22 cents to $ 14.69 and have risen 14 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . -84 1433616 1433454 During a screaming match in 1999 , Carolyn told John she was still sleeping with Bergin . She , in turn , occasionally told John that she was still sleeping with an ex-boyfriend , " Baywatch " hunk Michael Bergin . -85 1614192 1614332 " The vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight that needs to be improved , " the report said . " These vulnerabilities all relate to a lack of effective FAA oversight and , if not corrected , could lead to an erosion of safety , " said the report . -86 228991 229263 The network is also dropping its Friday night " Dateline " edition . The network will drop one edition of " Dateline , " its newsmagazine franchise . -87 459228 458802 " I 'm real excited to be a Cleveland Cavalier , " James said . " I 'm really excited about going to Cleveland , " James told ESPN.com. -88 1392369 1392292 Russ Britt is the Los Angeles Bureau Chief for CBS.MarketWatch.com. Emily Church is London bureau chief of CBS.MarketWatch.com. -89 479412 479618 The others were ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . The five main banks are ABN AMRO AAH.AS , ING ING.AS , J.P. Morgan JPM.N , Goldman Sachs GS.N and Rabobank [ RABN.UL ] . -90 1564390 1564515 WorldCom 's accounting problems came to light early last year , and the company filed for bankruptcy in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . -91 1796642 1796689 They were at Raffles Hospital over the weekend for further evaluation . They underwent more tests over the weekend , and are now warded at Raffles Hospital . -92 3099578 3099683 Rich media doubled its share , increasing from 3 % in Q2 2002 to 6 % in Q2 2003 . Rich Media interactive ad formats doubled their share from 3 % in second quarter of 2002 , to 6 % in the second quarter of 2003 . -93 1657996 1657704 She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . The star , who plays schoolgirl Nina Tucker in Neighbours , went to a specialist on June 30 feeling tired and unwell . -94 2632867 2632821 Supermarket chains facing a possible grocery clerk strike this week accused union leaders Monday of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend . Supermarket chains are accusing union leaders of breaking off contract talks prematurely over the weekend as grocery clerks gear up for a possible strike . -95 1263127 1263344 MGM , NBC and Liberty executives were not immediately available for comment . A Microsoft spokesman was not immediately available to comment . -96 246757 246805 The ADRs fell 10 cents to $ 28.95 at 10 : 06 a.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading today . Shares of Fox Entertainment Group Inc . , News Corp. ' s U.S. media and entertainment arm , fell 45 cents to $ 26.85 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -97 1552072 1551932 Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's Web site provider to replace the vandalized page . In a telephone interview , Don Asper called the attack " bothersome , " before he and his wife contacted the firm 's web site provider to have the vandalised page replaced . -98 1669205 1669254 Hilsenrath and Klarman each were indicted on three counts of securities fraud . Klarman was charged with 16 counts of wire fraud . -99 315656 315787 York had no problem with MTA 's insisting the decision to shift funds had been within its legal rights . York had no problem with MTA 's saying the decision to shift funds was within its powers . -100 1831381 1831491 Licensing revenue slid 21 percent , however , to $ 107.6 million . License sales , a key measure of demand , fell 21 percent to $ 107.6 million . -101 864267 864579 In his speech , Cheney praised Barbour 's accomplishments as chairman of the Republican National Committee . Cheney returned Barbour 's favorable introduction by touting Barbour 's work as chair of the Republican National Committee . -102 3119490 3119464 If the magazine lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell would be allowed to quit . If Rosie lost more than $ 4.2 million in a fiscal year , O 'Donnell - by contract - would have been permitted to quit . -103 1378004 1378107 The upcoming second-quarter earnings season will be particularly important in offering investors guidance , they say . They say second-quarter earnings reports will be key in giving investors that guidance . -104 266876 266783 During her two days of meetings , Rocca will not meet the rebels since they are banned by the United States as a " terrorist organisation " . During her two-day visit , Rocca will not meet the rebels since the United States has banned them as a " terrorist organisation " . -105 1195775 1195697 Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . There were 293 human cases of West Nile in Indiana in 2002 , including 11 deaths statewide . -106 1958143 1958023 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 38 points , or 0.42 percent , to 9,165 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average [ $ INDU ] ended at session highs , gaining 64.64 points , or 0.7 percent , to 9,191.09 . -107 1626524 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships--about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . -108 1694560 1694514 We are piloting it there to see whether we roll it out to other products . Macromedia is piloting this product activation system in Contribute to test whether to roll it out to other products . -109 1945483 1945409 This issue is unlikely to be resolved until lawmakers return from their summer recess in early September . The issue is unlikely to be resolved until Congress reconvenes in early September . -110 2689148 2689306 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Mr. Reed said in his letter . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . -111 633874 633767 The index also did better than the Standard & Poor 's 500 index , which increased 3.3 percent . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . -112 715991 716184 Scrimshaw , Supervisor , Best Minister and Ten Most Wanted are expected to complete the Belmont field . Best Minister , Scrimshaw , and Ten Most Wanted all had workouts on Monday morning . -113 2636303 2636440 Judge Gerald W. Heaney , in dissent , said the authorities should have allowed the prisoner to be medicated without the consequence of execution . In dissent , Judge Gerald W. Heaney said the authorities should have allowed Mr. Singleton to be medicated without the consequence of execution . -114 361266 361184 That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . The per-share earnings were also 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -115 2929557 2929563 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , and IBMs claims based thereon , or related thereto , are barred . " SCO 's filings also assert that " the GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws . " -116 878767 878534 NASA plans to follow-up the rovers ' missions with additional orbiters and landers before launching a long-awaited sample-return flight . NASA plans to explore the Red Planet with ever more sophisticated robotic orbiters and landers . -117 1479611 1479716 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . -118 44397 44620 Garner said the self-proclaimed mayor of Baghdad , Mohammed Mohsen al-Zubaidi , was released after two days in coalition custody . Garner said self-proclaimed Baghdad mayor Mohammed Mohsen Zubaidi was released 48 hours after his detention in late April . -119 2359452 2359376 In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable on Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . -120 203291 203344 She asked to be excused from last week 's Cabinet session to prepare for a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . She took the highly unusual step of skipping cabinet to attend a meeting with the presidents of Rwanda and Uganda . -121 2007119 2007087 In a not-too-subtle swipe at Dean , he predicted Americans would not elect a Democrat " who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " They will not elect as president a Democrat who sounds an uncertain trumpet in these dangerous times . " -122 2792884 2792738 The jury asked for transcripts of Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the IPO allocation process . The jury asked to have Mr. Quattrone 's testimony about his role in the allocation of stock offerings read to them . -123 629417 628975 I have no doubt whatever that the evidence of Iraqi weapons of mass destruction will be there . " I have said throughout ... I have absolutely no doubt about the existence of weapons of mass destruction . -124 3364032 3364117 Albertsons and Kroger 's Ralphs chain locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . -125 1676486 1676574 It later emerged that he had broken his right thigh and bones in his right wrist and elbow . Tour doctors later confirmed that he had broken his right leg near the hip and also sustained wrist and elbow fractures . -126 2313560 2313548 Court Judge Robert Sweet said the plaintiffs failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " The judge in U.S. District Court in Manhattan said the plaintiffs had failed " to draw an adequate casual connection between the consumption of McDonald 's food and their alleged injuries . " -127 2375777 2375808 A neighbor said a duffel bag containing a woman 's body was dug up , and the other body was encased in concrete . A neighbor said a woman 's body was dug up in a duffel bag , and the other was encased in concrete . -128 1363194 1362857 At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed , including one in Pennsylvania . At least five class-action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of hormone users . -129 2815705 2815885 Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft -- all 737s -- and found no additional items . Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . -130 1691429 1691605 Semiconductor giant Intel Corp. said yesterday that its second-quarter profits doubled from a year ago as stronger-than-expected demand for computer microprocessors offset the weakness of its communications chip business . Intel Corp. ' s second-quarter profits doubled and revenues grew 8 percent from a year ago as the chip-making giant reported stronger-than-expected demand for personal computer microprocessors . -131 396175 396035 The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry also said it would throw out or send back all Canadian beef currently in store . The South Korean Agriculture and Forestry Ministry said it would scrap or return all Canadian beef in store . -132 2287353 2287336 " It appears from our initial report that this was a textbook landing considering the circumstances , " Burke said . Said Mr. Burke : " It was a textbook landing considering the circumstances . " -133 2904808 2904964 By Sunday night , the fires had blackened 277,000 acres , hundreds of miles apart . Major fires had burned 264,000 acres by early last night . -134 3046537 3046639 " The Domino application server is going to be around for at least the next decade . " " The Domino application server will be around for the next decade , " he said . -135 146113 146126 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 15 points , or 0.98 percent , to 1,492 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . -136 2020349 2020588 Sequent representatives could not immediately be reached for comment on the SCO announcement . A spokesman for SCO could not be reached for comment this afternoon . -137 2196877 2196798 CCAG supported Bill Curry , Rowland 's opponent in the 2002 gubernatorial election . Mr. Swan 's group supported the governor 's Democratic opponent , Bill Curry , in the 2002 election . -138 3422853 3422916 The study is being published today in the journal Science . Their findings were published today in Science . -139 1761421 1761551 " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " said Pierre Pettigrew , Canada 's trade minister , in a statement . " The panel told the U.S. to correct its flawed determination , " Mr. Pettigrew said in a statement . -140 2609667 2609889 Kay was sent to Iraq to co-ordinate efforts to find the weapons that US intelligence reported before the invasion that ousted Iraqi president Saddam Hussein had . Kay was sent to Iraq this summer to coordinate efforts to find the weapons that U.S. intelligence reported before the war that Saddam Hussein had . -141 1596087 1596024 " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Tom Daschle , the senate Democratic leader , told reporters . " It 's a recognition that we were provided faulty information , " Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota told reporters . -142 274229 274136 Monday 's attacks Monday were among the deadliest against Americans since Sept . 11 , 2001 . They were the deadliest terrorist attacks against Americans since September 11 . -143 774520 774298 The MDC called the strike to force Mr Mugabe to either resign or negotiate a settlement of the Zimbabwe crisis . The MDC called the week-long protest to urge Mugabe either to resign or to negotiate a settlement of the crisis gripping the country . -144 2968215 2968166 Police and school officials agreed last week to step up police presence in response to reports of increased violence and gang activity . Police met with school officials Oct. 24 and agreed to increase their presence after reports of increased violence and gang activity . -145 2532424 2532313 " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realized that it was a big thing , " Mr. Beer said . " We started our investigation of the child porn ring last year in August and soon realised that it was a big thing , " Mr Beer told a packed press conference . -146 1821373 1821723 Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is leaving backers in suspense , and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan will consider if the Terminator balks . Arnold Schwarzenegger and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan may jump in by the Aug. 9 deadline to file . -147 2384731 2384653 But planning for an expansion of Wagerup has been caught up in a heated debate about the existing project 's effect on local residents . But plans to expand Wagerup had been caught up in a heated debate about the existing pro-ject 's impact on the amenity of local residents . -148 816341 816360 PeopleSoft management could choose to activate an anti-takeover defense known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . PeopleSoft is equipped with an anti-takeover defence , known as a " poison pill , " designed to thwart undesired suitors . -149 855331 855107 In connection with the incident , I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately . " " I have acknowledged that I behaved inappropriately , " he said . -150 2425559 2425606 Hotly contested legislation that would change the state 's takeover law and help a Michigan-based development company fend off a takeover cleared the state Senate on Thursday . Legislation that would change state takeover law and help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a $ 1-billion takeover won committee approval Tuesday . -151 716894 716603 The New York Mets then selected outfielder Lastings Milledge from Lakewood Ranch High School in Florida . The Mets took Lastings Milledge , an outfielder from Florida , with the 12th pick . -152 3286477 3286335 The respected medical journal Lancet has called for a complete ban on tobacco in the United Kingdom . A leading U.K. medical journal called Friday for a complete ban on tobacco , prompting outrage from smokers ' groups . -153 1320606 1320498 Michael Hill , a Sun reporter who is a member of the Washington-Baltimore Newspaper Guild 's bargaining committee , estimated meetings to last late Sunday . " We hope it 's symbolic , " said Michael Hill , a Sun reporter and member of the guild 's bargaining committee . -154 1089463 1089519 Coca-Cola said it expected its write-down to cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings . The write-down will cut a quarter of a penny per share from second-quarter earnings , according to Coca-Cola . -155 3256383 3256410 The Defense Department statement said legal access for Hamdi was not required by domestic or international law and " should not be treated as precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " -156 715320 715197 Clijsters was simply too complete and powerful for the Spanish veteran Conchita Martínez in her quarterfinal , winning , 6-2 , 6-1 . Clijsters was simply too powerful for Spanish veteran Conchita Martinez , winning 6-2 , 6-1 . -157 833153 833193 City Councilman Cedric Wilson said those killed were Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . Fayette City Councilman Cedric Wilson identified the dead as Cpl. James Crump , Officer Arnold Strickland and dispatcher Ace Mealer . -158 2836872 2837029 But , to the dismay of Reaganites , there is no mention of the Reagan-era economic boom . But there is no mention of the economic recovery or the creation of wealth during his administration . -159 1408377 1408706 The interview came a day after a report in the British press that he had been taken into custody . The interview Thursday came a day after Britain 's Daily Mirror reported Sahhaf had been taken into custody . -160 3073750 3073779 Lay had argued that handing over the documents would be a violation of his Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination . Lay had refused to turn over the papers , asserting his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination . -161 1611763 1611723 " I don 't know whether that means two years or four years . " Whether that means two years or four years , I don 't know . " -162 3265736 3265630 Walker said he expects that the president 's budget will include a request for three percent to five percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . Walker said he expects that the president ’ s budget will include a request for 3 to 5 percent budget increases for NASA for each of the next five years . -163 1819056 1819124 Shares in BA were down 1.5 percent at 168 pence by 1420 GMT , off a low of 164p , in a slightly stronger overall London market . Shares in BA were down three percent at 165-1 / 4 pence by 0933 GMT , off a low of 164 pence , in a stronger market . -164 278163 278382 Amnesty International has said that over the past 20 years it has collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq but the actual figure may be much higher . Amnesty International said that over the past 20 years it had collected information about 17,000 disappearances in Iraq . -165 1510296 1510225 Both have said they are willing to take the slim chance of success for the opportunity to lead separate lives . Twenty-nine-year-old Iranian sisters Ladan and Laleh Bijani are willing to accept the slim chance of success just for an opportunity to lead separate lives . -166 345963 345901 She had been critically ill after May 7 surgery to replace a heart valve . She had been critically ill since having surgery at Baptist Hospital on May 7 to replace a heart valve . -167 820900 820927 The BlueCore3-Multimedia includes a 16-bit stereo audio CODEC with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . BlueCore3-Multimedia contains an open platform DSP co-processor and also includes a 16-bit stereo audio codec with dual ADC and DAC for stereo audio . -168 881153 881309 Braker said Wednesday that police , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had access to . He told " Today " that authorities , as part of protocol , were talking with other children Cruz had had access to . -169 2224082 2223823 The state will consider the police memorial after planning a World Trade Center Memorial , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . The state will consider the police memorial after planning is completed on another memorial to all the victims , said Micah Rasmussen , a spokesman for Gov. James E. McGreevey . -170 1630597 1630669 Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that weak links such as being tied to a single server will be eliminated over time . Mr. Stewart said the ring was most likely a work in progress , and that flaws , like being tied to a single server , would be eliminated over time . -171 2678860 2678895 It will also give Microsoft an opportunity to comment on remedies proposed by the Commission . Among other things , Microsoft is to comment on proposed remedies in its response . -172 2482005 2481972 The State Court of Appeals did not explain the reason for keeping the lower court 's unanimous opinion from July . The State Court of Appeals did not explain its reasons for not disturbing the Appellate Division 's unanimous opinion issued in July . -173 1438073 1438024 While the day 's trading was lackluster , the Standard & Poor 's 500 index was preparing to close out its best three-month period since the fourth quarter of 1998 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . -174 1703392 1703451 Powell recently changed the story , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the search was conducted Wednesday . Powell changed the story earlier this year , telling officers that Hoffa 's body was buried at his former home , where the aboveground pool now sits . -175 2526928 2526952 Another said its members would continue to call the more than 50 million phone numbers on the Federal Trade Commission 's list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . -176 2759792 2759807 Stock futures were mixed in early Thursday trading , but trading below fair value , pointing to a lower open for the major market indexes . Stock futures were trading lower early on Thursday , below fair value , pointing to a lower open . -177 191346 191536 Worldwide , 7,183 SARS cases and 514 deaths have been reported in 30 countries . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . -178 1789073 1788780 SCO says the pricing terms for a license will not be announced for weeks . Details on pricing will be announced within a few weeks , McBride said . -179 2216664 2216689 Further estimates show that it is the fourth most common cause of cancer in men and the eighth most common in women . Bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer in American men and the eighth in women . -180 3300416 3300721 The new bill would have Medicare cover 95 percent of drug costs over $ 5,100 . Above that , seniors would be responsible for 100 percent of drug costs until the out-of-pocket total reaches $ 3,600 . -181 1479753 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -182 1183817 1183688 Both studies are published in the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in the latest issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . -183 1730650 1730772 His Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . -184 1462786 1463120 Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerage houses to settle investigations of analyst conflicts of interest . Spitzer was among a group of federal and state regulators who negotiated a $ 1.4 billion settlement with 10 brokerages over analyst conflict-of-interest allegations . -185 1921865 1921879 Crohn 's disease causes inflammation of the intestine and symptoms include diarrhea , pain , weight loss and tiredness . Symptoms include chronic diarrhoea , abdominal pain , weight loss and extreme tiredness . -186 2276459 2276361 He and his colleagues attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time . He attributed some of the communication gap to doctors feeling pressed for time ; patients cited discomfort discussing financial issues . -187 1926146 1926126 The three men have pleaded not guilty and their lawyers have asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . Defense lawyers asked the High Court to dismiss the charges , saying the state has failed to present a solid case . -188 1793425 1793488 A Florida grand jury investigating pharmaceutical wholesalers indicted 19 people on charges of peddling bogus or diluted medications often prescribed for cancer and AIDS patients , authorities said yesterday . A Florida grand jury indicted 19 people for contaminating and diluting prescription drugs desperately needed by AIDS and cancer patients in a multimillion-dollar scheme , prosecutors said Monday . -189 2195721 2195937 The Bush administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older power plants -- especially coal -- more power can be produced more cheaply . The administration 's hope is that by increasing the efficiency of older coal-fired plants - the most affected segment - more power can be produced more cheaply . -190 969671 969584 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . -191 746177 746211 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . -192 2011656 2011796 His chief lawyer , Mahendradatta , said Bashir was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . A lawyer for Bashir , Mahendradatta , said earlier his client was mentally prepared for a heavy sentencing demand and had felt the Marriott bombing would affect the decision . -193 2384647 2384724 This comes at a time when Alba is expanding its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and is accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . That comes as Alba is lifting its aluminium output by 307,000 tonnes a year and accelerating plans for another 307,000 tonnes-a-year increase . -194 3447348 3447301 The new Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processors are numbered 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + . The Mobile 3200 + , 3000 + and 2800 + cost $ 293 , $ 233 and $ 193 for a thousand units . -195 3334681 3334887 The main psychologist , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who said she wouldn 't comment on personnel issues . The main psychologist in the Rodriguez case , Dwight Close , referred questions to an agency spokeswoman , who didn 't immediately return a call . -196 969380 969673 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . -197 1571035 1571099 The survey also found that executives who feel that current economic conditions have improved rose to 35 per cent from 15 per cent last quarter . The survey also found that more executives feel that current economic conditions have improved , at 35 per cent compared to 15 per cent in the first quarter . -198 607096 607222 Taiwan has attempted to gain observer status to the United Nations-affiliated WHO for seven years , but again was rebuffed March 19 at its annual conference in Geneva . It has sought observer status for seven years , but was again rebuffed May 19 at the annual WHO conference in Geneva . -199 91457 91527 " This is where you 're measured – not in the regular season but right now . And it 's not in the regular season , but right now , " Babcock said . -200 1146450 1146484 " I would like the FCC to start all over , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who supported reversing the rules . " I would like the FCC to start all over again , " said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison , R-Texas , who expressed concern about " potentially dangerous " newspaper-broadcast combinations . -201 2749203 2749190 Dave Tomlin , assistant general counsel of The A.P. , said his organization was still deciding whether to appeal . Dave Tomlin , AP 's assistant general counsel , said the parties are deciding whether to appeal the order . -202 423227 423244 Weyerhaeuser is the one of the worlds largest producers of softwood lumber , with the capacity to produce 7.6 billion board feet a year . Weyerhaeuser , one of the world 's largest producers of softwood , can produce about 7.6 billion board feet a year . -203 2702505 2702695 If their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill one or both of them , doctors have said . But if their circulatory systems are not properly separated , it could kill them , doctors say . -204 2813342 2813365 " Our goals is not to go out and start suing companies , " McBride said . As we go down the licensing path , our goal is not to start suing companies , " McBride said . -205 1116621 1116661 A key figure in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's bribery scheme was accused Wednesday of changing his story about Silvester 's alleged corrupt dealings with a Boston investment firm . A key player in former state Treasurer Paul Silvester 's corruption scheme testified on Tuesday about kickbacks and bribes Silvester traded for state business . -206 1050718 1050632 Gartner 's report said global WLAN equipment shipments reached 19.5 million last year , a 120 percent increase over 2001 's 8.9 million units . Total shipments reached 19.5 million units last year , compared with 8.9 million units in 2001 . -207 2924620 2925014 They were being held Sunday in the Camden County Jail on $ 100,000 bail each . The Jacksons remained in Camden County jail on $ 100,000 bail . -208 2622075 2622719 " I am proud that I stood against Richard Nixon , not with him , " Kerry said . " I marched in the streets against Richard Nixon and the Vietnam War , " she said . -209 209615 209601 Saddam 's other son , Odai , surrendered Friday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a U.S. agent . Hussein 's other son , Uday , surrendered yesterday , but the Americans are keeping it quiet because he 's a US agent . -210 2133905 2134140 The Space Infrared Telescope Facility 's mission is to search for the beginnings of the universe . NASA is scheduled to launch the Space Infrared Telescope Facility on Monday morning . -211 232432 232716 There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters , from all sides , in the region . There are 625 U.N. troops in Bunia , while there are between 25,000 and 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands of them deployed in and around Bunia . -212 2670301 2670231 The driver of the truck escaped and is now being sought by the police , Supoyo said . But police say the driver of the truck has not been found and is wanted for questioning . -213 545926 545817 A soldier was killed Monday and another wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . -214 399715 399588 Total Information Awareness is now Terrorism Information Awareness . The new name will be Terrorism Information Awareness . -215 214786 214456 David Brame fatally shot his wife and then himself on April 26 in a Gig Harbor shopping-mall parking lot . David Brame shot his wife and then himself April 26 in a Gig Harbor parking lot as their two children sat in his car nearby . -216 731753 731593 " I just hope that this event doesn 't tarnish his career or take away from what he 's done . " " But I just hope that this event , whatever it was , doesn 't tarnish his career or take away all that Sammy Sosa 's done . -217 1705093 1704989 Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . And Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , who is currently president of Citigroup , was named chief operating officer . -218 451540 451590 The service is deploying Cisco 's BTS 10200 Softswitch cable modem termination system and MGXR 8850 voice gateway products . This solution includes the BTS 10200 soft switch , uBR7246VXR cable modem termination system and MGX 8850 voice gateway products . -219 3314564 3314185 Last year , there were shortages of shots for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox nationally . In the past two years scientists say there have been vaccine shortages for diphtheria-tetanus-whooping cough , measles-mumps-rubella , pneumococcal disease , tetanus and chicken pox . -220 804259 804115 County Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial because the jury could not reach a verdict . Judge Tim Harley declared a mistrial in the Adrian McPherson gambling trial today after the jury was unable to reach a verdict . -221 2195121 2195141 Mr. Pingeon is director of litigation for Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , a prisoners ' rights group . Pingeon said an attorney for his organization , Massachusetts Correctional Legal Services , interviewed Assan Tuesday . -222 2939979 2939941 Heather , 35 , who lost a leg in a road accident , is thought to have steel plates fitted in her hips , which would make natural childbirth impossible . Former model Lady McCartney lost a leg in a road accident in 1993 and is understood to have steel plates fitted in her hips which would make natural childbirth difficult . -223 3014165 3014133 Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended the deadline to Oct. 17 , and they are still working on it . Republicans had pledged to complete a Medicare drug package by August , then extended it to Oct. 17 . -224 379579 379458 Pacific Northwest has more than 800 employees , and Wells Fargo has 2,400 in Washington . It has 800 employees , compared with Wells Fargo 's 2,400 . -225 481929 481981 However , other unions including the powerful CGT remained opposed to the reform and demanded the government begin fresh negotiations with them . The powerful CGT and other unions remained opposed to the plans , however , and demanded the government renegotiate the reform with them . -226 2787375 2787404 On health care , the NDP says there will be no privatization and no health-care premiums . The New Democrats also renewed their commitment to no health-care privatization and no premiums . -227 1980126 1980211 As part of a restructuring Peregrine sold its Remedy help desk software unit last year to BMC Software Inc . Peregrine sold its Remedy business unit to BMC Software in November for $ 355 million . -228 3299227 3299188 This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here , " he said to loud applause . " This is America , my friends , and it should not happen here . " -229 1669277 1669222 Klarman was arrested by FBI agents in the Hamptons , an exclusive summer resort enclave east of New York City . Klarman was arrested by FBI agents Monday morning at his home in New York . -230 3125018 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 _ two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . -231 2025802 2025681 Four versions of Windows operating systems are targeted : Windows NT , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . The new worm affects these Windows systems : 2000 , XP , NT 4.0 and Server 2003 . -232 2357216 2357196 It calls for the agency to plan an independent safety and engineering organization . The agency has yet to fully formulate a strategy for the creation of an independent engineering technical authority . -233 3190817 3190834 No official ceremony was planned to mark the anniversary in Dallas . In Dallas , no official ceremony marked the anniversary . -234 616279 616223 Caldera acquired the Unix server software of the original SCO and changed its name to the SCO Group . SCO changed its name to Tarantella , and Caldera later changed its name to the SCO Group . -235 1653584 1653844 The victims were last seen at church last Sunday ; their bodies were discovered Tuesday . The family was last seen July 6 and their bodies were found Tuesday . -236 2488322 2488374 Results of the 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released yesterday by Statistics Canada suggest living standards have improved but still lag for those off reserves . The 2001 Aboriginal Peoples Survey released Wednesday by Statistics Canada says living standards have improved but still lag for the Inuit and those who leave their often impoverished reserves . -237 1809432 1809422 Software developers use compilers to translate programming languages such as C + + into the language that can be read by a particular processor . Software developers use compilers to translate a programming language , such as C + + , into the machine language understood by the processor . -238 1296641 1296436 In Albany , for example , 24 percent of students passed ; in South Colonie , 14 percent . In Kingston , only about 15 percent of students who took the exam passed it . -239 460136 460201 Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair apologized Thursday for his arrest hours earlier in Nashville on suspicion of drunken driving and illegal possession of a handgun . Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair was arrested Thursday and charged with drunken driving and possession of a handgun . -240 826466 826607 That second dossier , passed to journalists during Mr Blair 's trip to Washington , said it drew on " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . That second dossier , passed to journalists on Mr Blair 's trip to Washington to discuss war plans , said it drew upon " a number of sources , including intelligence material " . -241 763636 763618 The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . The other , much less likely semifinal will match seventh-seeded Guillermo Coria of Argentina against the unseeded Dutchman Martin Verkerk . -242 2876861 2876951 Wal-Mart estimates more than 100 million Americans visit their stores every week . Each week 138 million shoppers visit Wal-Mart 's 4,750 stores . -243 3372291 3372332 For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . -244 1687490 1687430 Sen. John Kerry , Massachusetts Democrat , came in second place for the quarter with $ 5.8 million . As expected , Dean led the field in the second quarter with $ 7.6 million raised . -245 1369754 1369906 While some other parts of Africa have been used as staging grounds for the terror group , Malawi previously had not been a major focus of investigations into al-Qaida . While some other parts of Africa have been used as Al Qaeda staging grounds , Malawi had previously not been a major focus of investigations into the group . -246 881734 882010 Police said yesterday they believe Mr. Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates , though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . -247 1413741 1413711 The Prime Minister , Junichiro Koizumi , joined the criticism . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Mr Ota deserved to be criticised . -248 3159653 3159764 There is one drug on the market for macular degeneration , Visudyne , and it is approved for the treatment of only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . -249 3411418 3411820 Speaking for the first time since being charged with child molestation , Jackson added , " Why not ? Michael Jackson spoke out for the first time Sunday night since the latest accusations of child molestation . -250 1784474 1784513 The bureau also failed to pursue other leads , including a local imam who dealt with several key 9-11 figures . The FBI also failed to pursue other leads , including a San Diego imam who dealt with several 9 / 11 figures , it adds . -251 684307 684050 " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " one politician said . " I notice a mood change in their priorities , " said one Iraqi politician after meeting with Mr. Bremer . -252 830829 830805 The Johnson-Lewis fight was to be the main event of a boxing doubleheader at the Staples Center in Los Angeles . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . -253 3434409 3434578 Scientists believed Stardust trapped thousands of particles of dust . Stardust was designed to gather thousands of dust particles streaming from Wild 2 . -254 770328 770414 The Herald reported on Tuesday that internet developer Bruce Simpson was building a missile from parts ordered over the internet and shipped through Customs . A home handyman is building a missile in his garage with parts bought over the internet and shipped through Customs . -255 1134743 1134948 Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Trichet as ECB president on Thursday evening or Friday . Papandreou said EU leaders would discuss the appointment of Bank of France governor Jean-Claude Trichet as president of the European Central Bank on Thursday or Friday . -256 2173497 2173632 Vivendi pointed out that in both possible combinations , it would maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation " with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " -257 1090499 1090289 Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal founder Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's firing for months . Zilkha and other shareholders , including Coastal Corp. founder and vocal El Paso critic Oscar Wyatt Jr . , had called for Wise 's termination for months . -258 2228840 2228717 The last time the survey was conducted , in 1995 , those numbers matched . In 1995 , the last survey , those numbers were equal . -259 2132227 2132275 Cooper , the boy 's mother , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met a parishioner at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . The boy 's mother , Patricia Cooper , started coming to the church about three months ago after she met one of its members at a doctor 's office , Hemphill said . -260 390511 390658 To win final United States approval , the treaty would have to be signed by President Bush and ratified by Congress . The treaty must be signed by the president and ratified by Congress to take effect . -261 2222267 2222353 The deal with the Carmel-based insurer is expected to close shortly , said Macklowe spokesman Howard J. Rubenstein . Macklowe has signed a sale contract , which is expected to close shortly , said his spokesman , Howard Rubenstein . -262 3085916 3085789 Intelligence officials in Washington warned lawmakers a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , it was reported today . Intelligence officials told key senators a week ago to expect a terrorist attack in Saudi Arabia , Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) said yesterday . -263 1907709 1907769 Plofsky said the commission won 't investigate because the three-year statute of limitations has expired . The panel will not begin a formal investigation because the statute of limitations has expired , Plofsky said . -264 1675037 1675047 Yes , from today Flash memory purchased from AMD or Fujitsu will be branded Spansion . Spansion Flash memory solutions are available worldwide from AMD and Fujitsu . -265 121931 122054 Her amendment would have changed the bill by keeping with current Texas law , which gives school districts the option to hold a moment of silence and recite the pledge . The legislation would replace the current Texas law , which gives school districts the option of holding a period of silence and reciting the pledge . -266 3168654 3168714 Talabani told him the Governing Council would " need UN assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken . " Talabani told him Iraqi leaders would " need U.N. assistance and advice in implementing the new decisions which have been taken " on organising an interim Iraqi government by June . -267 3052789 3052812 By state law , 911 calls are not public information and were not released . By law , 911 calls are not public information in Rhode Island . -268 2536332 2536313 Under the Government Network Security Act of 2003 , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement P2P security plans . If enacted , federal agencies would have six months to develop and implement these plans . -269 1707805 1707851 Sales as measured by volume , a key gauge of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . Coke 's unit case volume , a key measure of financial health in the beverage sector , grew 5 percent in the quarter . -270 2980398 2980147 Gainer said the two staff aides are " very sorry this all happened , " and the security personnel had performed " well within standards . " The security personnel performed ``well within standards ' ' and the two staff aides were ``very sorry all this happened , ' ' Gainer said . -271 554867 554875 Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . Both will compete in today 's third round , which is all oral examination . -272 1134101 1133958 He will leave Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on Monday , July 21 . Lord Archer is likely to be released from Hollesley Bay open prison at Woodbridge , Suffolk , on July 21 . -273 2472857 2472830 The helicopter burst into flames upon impact , according to the Mohave County Sheriff 's Office . The helicopter was owned by Las Vegas-based Sundance Helicopters Inc . , according to the sheriff 's office . -274 2546948 2547079 Pennsylvania , which has the most aggressive treatment program , is treating 548 of 8,030 inmates . Texas , which has more than three times Michigan 's inmate population , is treating 328 of its 16,298 infected inmates . -275 1398658 1398617 " In so many different ways , the artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history , " Bush said . Surrounded by singers from Harlem , Bush said : ' ' The artistry of black musicians has conveyed the experience of black Americans throughout our history . -276 3353902 3353811 Retail industry experts predict the next five days will likely make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . As the holiday shopping season peaks , industry experts predict the coming week could make or break Christmas 2003 for many retailers . -277 2332632 2333026 Police then called a bomb squad , but the device exploded , killing Wells , before bomb technicians arrived . While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . -278 3254081 3254131 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index pulled back by nearly 4 points to 1,066.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > fell 0.70 points , or 0.07 percent , to 1,069.42 . -279 1268485 1268448 The euro has slipped nearly four percent since matching a record peak of around $ 1.1935 only last week and hitting an all-time high of 140.90 yen in late May . The euro has slipped as much as four cents since matching a record peak near $ 1.1935 last week and hitting a record high of 140.90 yen in late May . -280 2173289 2173179 The FBI informed Easynews that an individual had used the Easynews UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th , the company said in a statement . " The FBI informed Easynews.com that an individual had used the Easynews.com UseNet server to upload the SoBig.F virus on Monday , August 18th . -281 496011 496262 " It 's very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " where there is a lack of expertise , says one banker . " It is very difficult to do large syndicated loans in Japan , " says one banker . -282 2724265 2724346 But Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . -283 781404 781423 Named in the complaint were former chief executive officers Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman and former CFO Barry D. Romeril . The executives fined included former Chief Executives Paul A. Allaire and G. Richard Thoman as well as former Chief Financial Officer Barry Romeril . -284 2906103 2906321 Both were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of endangering the welfare of children . The Jacksons each were charged with four counts of aggravated assault and 14 counts of child endangerment . -285 509471 509095 " The layoff is an excuse , " countered Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . " I didn 't think our team engaged at all , " lamented Anaheim coach Mike Babcock . -286 2550244 2550413 The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday where Donaldson is scheduled to testify on hedge and mutual funds . The Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Tuesday , when Donaldson will be questioned about hedge and mutual funds . -287 2562645 2562631 In other markets , U.S. Treasuries started off on Monday weaker , as stocks rose early . In other markets , U.S. Treasuries inched higher as declining stocks raised the appeal of safe-haven debt . -288 1729744 1729706 Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Analysts had forecast second quarter sales of $ 614 million , according to the Thomson First Call Web site . -289 395559 395451 At 11 : 30 a.m. , Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal reached the summit . Sherpa Tenzing Norgay , who reached the summit with Sir Edmund , died in 1986 . -290 1989164 1989348 Both are being held in the Armstrong County Jail . Tatar was being held without bail in Armstrong County Prison today . -291 612172 612073 The Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's 2001 application to sell Erbitux , citing shoddy research . The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . -292 3287079 3287709 He claimed Red Hat and the Free Software Foundation with trying to undermine U.S. copyright and patent law . In his letter , McBride charges the Free Software Foundation and Red Hat with trying to undermine U.S. copyright laws . -293 3351573 3351167 Beaumont said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . Mark Beaumont , a staff writer at music magazine NME , said he doesn 't expect a rapturous welcome for Jackson if he goes ahead with his visit to England . -294 2818485 2818521 According to a news release sent by the Terry Schindler-Schiavo Foundation , Florida Speaker Johnnie Byrd will introduce " Terri 's Bill " during the special session Monday . Florida 's Speaker of the House Johnnie Byrd , is expected to introduce ' ' Terri 's Bill ' ' during a one-day special session of the state legislature being held today in Tallahassee . -295 422580 422428 Its shares jumped to $ 54.50 in pre-open trading from $ 50.90 at Wednesday 's close . Shares jumped almost 7 percent in pre-open trading , rising to $ 18.26 from $ 17.05 at Tuesday 's close . -296 1639902 1640247 GE stock were up 37 cents to $ 28.56 in morning New York Stock Exchange trade . Investors reacted little , with GE shares edging 7 cents lower to end at $ 28.12 on the New York Stock Exchange . -297 1479563 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -298 3313504 3313769 Authorities said the scientist properly quarantined himself at home after he developed SARS symptoms Dec. 10 . The scientist also quarantined himself at home as soon as he developed SARS symptoms , officials said . -299 2321397 2321451 Five-time Tour de France winner and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong had a few words of advice for other cancer survivors in Denver on Friday . Five-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong is in Denver today for a meeting about surviving cancer . -300 172945 172742 The ruling ``is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal to the Sixth Circuit , ' ' Taubman Centers said in a statement . The statement concluded , " This ruling is so wrong that we are extremely confident that it will not withstand our appeal " to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court . -301 2472825 2472863 Authorities did not immediately release the identities of the victims pending family notification . Neither authorities nor Granquist would release identities of the victims pending family notification . -302 969586 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC fell 23.54 points , or 1.42 percent , to 1,630.08 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . -303 1953291 1953412 The cuts are expected to save Texas consumers more than $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , Black said . The reductions are expected to save Texas consumers $ 510 million , and most policyholders will see reductions , said Robert Black , an Insurance Department spokesman . -304 2679022 2679221 In New Hampshire yesterday , Mr Bush reiterated Saddam 's regime " possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people " . " The regime of Saddam Hussein possessed and used weapons of mass destruction , sponsored terrorist groups and inflicted terror on its own people . " -305 510887 510855 The final round of the bee will be broadcast on ESPN at 1 p.m. Thursday . At least 80 will make it to Thursday 's final rounds of competition , which will be broadcast on ESPN . -306 2484349 2484160 At Tuesday 's arraignment hearing , Marsh pleaded not guilty to 122 counts of burial service fraud and 47 counts of making false statements . At the hearing he pleaded not guilty to the burial service fraud and false statements charges . -307 1501925 1502094 To put it very simply , Antetonitrus is Brontosaurus 's older brother , hence the name . Antetonitrus was brontosaurus ' older brother , hence the name . -308 813244 813532 But church members and observers say they expect that the decision could be problematic for many Episcopalians . But church members and observers say they anticipate that the decision here could pose doctrinal problems for some Episcopalians who believe the Bible prohibits homosexuality . -309 2749311 2749444 Bush already is halfway to his goal of raising $ 150 million to $ 170 million for next year 's primaries . He is roughly halfway to his goal of raising between $ 150 million and $ 170 million in the primaries . -310 3102010 3102052 " Turning the corner does not mean we 've crossed the finish line , " Gregory told reporters . " But turning the corner doesn 't mean crossing the finish line , " Gregory said at the bishops ' annual meeting here . -311 1864807 1864926 The latest raid came as US lawmakers debate a report that accuses Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . The latest in the kingdom 's almost weekly raids on alleged terror cells comes after a US Congress report accused Saudi Arabia of not doing enough to counter terrorism . -312 2607409 2607529 Doctors who knowingly violate the ban could face up to two years in prison . Under the measure , doctors who perform the procedure would be subject to two years in prison and unspecified fines . -313 2795949 2795974 The delegation leaves Chicago today , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . They leave Chicago on Saturday , then will take another week to ready the remains for reburial . -314 636412 636322 As planned , the services will be rolled into Yukon when it ships ( see story ) . The reporting services will also be rolled into Yukon as planned , sources said . -315 1163497 1163395 Toronto Police Chief Chief Julian Fantino confirmed Friday morning that a man had been arrested in the slaying of Toronto girl Holly Jones . Toronto Police Chief Julian Fantino said Friday morning that an arrest has been made in the slaying of local girl Holly Jones . -316 276404 276122 They later fell out and have backed a series of rival Congolese militias in recent years . The two invading countries later fell out , and have since backed rival factions . -317 666238 666192 Marshall pressed the practical case that a quite similar civil-rights bill based on the 14th Amendment was struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . Mr. Marshall pressed the practical case that quite similar rights legislation based on the 14th Amendment had been struck down by the Supreme Court in 1883 . -318 960861 960916 But she said it will be difficult for investigators to directly tie any decline in shuttle funding to the February disaster . She cautioned that it will be difficult for investigators to tie any decline in shuttle funding directly to the February tragedy . -319 2089677 2089938 The Toronto Stock Exchange opened on time and slightly lower . The Toronto Stock Exchange said it will be business as usual on Friday morning . -320 2083437 2083550 The special tests were developed to measure student progress in meeting the state 's standards for the content taught in each grade . The tests measure how well students are meeting the state 's standards for learning the content taught in each grade . -321 342605 342611 At least 1,750 people were ordered to evacuate their homes shortly before 9 a.m. as a precaution , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . At least 1,752 people were ordered to evacuate their homes in the north part of Marquette about 8 : 45 a.m. EDT , said Steve Powers , Marquette County administrator . -322 2030918 2030878 It is essential that proceedings against accused terrorists both be fair and appear fair to outside observers , he said . It is essential that the proceedings against accused terrorists be fair -- and appear to be so to outside observers , Sonnett said . -323 3267232 3267338 Some 95 million Americans -- half of all households -- invest in mutual funds . About half of all U.S. households have money in mutual funds . -324 1694591 1694663 The technology is available for download on the Microsoft Developer Network ( MSDN ) site . WSE version 2 is available from Microsoft 's developer Web site . -325 3304690 3304606 Meningitis is an infection of the spinal cord fluid and the tissue around the brain . Meningitis is an infection of the fluid in a person 's spinal cord and around the brain . -326 2553132 2553328 It is for that reason that legal scholars said the Denver ruling is at least plausible . It is for that reason that legal scholars said Judge Nottingham 's decision was at least plausible . -327 2155800 2156091 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI finished down 31.23 points , or 0.33 percent , at 9,317.64 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 27.02 , or 0.3 percent , 9,321.84 , having lost 74.81 on Friday . -328 375576 375682 School officials said Van-Vliet reported the accident using the bus ’ radio . Van-Vliet , who was also injured , called in the accident on the school bus radio . -329 2155884 2155607 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 1.8 points , or 0.18 percent , to 991 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . -330 1322386 1322404 But he said labor would see whether other senators can increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . -331 2524292 2524149 He was referring to John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange last Sunday . Next week , John S. Reed , the former Citicorp chief executive who Sunday became interim chairman and chief executive of the exchange , will take up his position . -332 3326118 3325997 Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro hailed the appellate court ruling . Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro was pleased by the ruling , spokesman Mark Gribben said . -333 1625195 1625499 In an appearance before a parliamentary committee on Tuesday , Mr. Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . On Tuesday , Blair suggested that only " evidence of weapons programs " rather than the weapons themselves would be uncovered . -334 1830745 1831002 The banks neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks neither admitted nor denied the charges as part of the agreement . -335 1524868 1524905 But 13 people have been killed since 1900 and hundreds injured . Runners are often injured by bulls and 13 have been killed since 1900 . -336 851678 851911 On the other hand , if this will help further establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " -337 54823 55177 The April 19 , 1995 , bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building came on the second anniversary of the fiery end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . The April 19 , 1995 , bombing came on the second anniversary of the end of the Branch Davidian siege in Waco , Texas . -338 392771 392701 The year-ago comparisons were restated to include Compaq results . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . -339 1987428 1987385 Investment bank Merrill Lynch raised its investment rating on the business software maker Oracle to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . Merrill Lynch upgraded the business software maker to " buy " from " neutral " with a 12-month price target of $ 15 . -340 711871 711923 The report confirmed the ACLU 's view that the civil liberties and rights of immigrants " were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 , " said Romero . The inspector general 's findings confirm our long-held view that civil liberties and the rights of immigrants were trampled in the aftermath of 9 / 11 . " -341 1443641 1443672 The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . There will be 9.3 million visitors to hot spots in 2003 , up from 2.5 million in 2002 , Gartner said . -342 2221841 2221884 United is working closely with the Air Transportation Stabilization Board to replace the aspects of its loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . United is working closely with the ATSB to replace those aspects of the company 's original loan guarantee bid that were rejected as inadequate in December . -343 2830817 2830766 The moves came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board finished investigating . The promises of lawsuits came within four days of the crash and before the National Transportation Safety Board had finished the investigation . -344 134455 134545 On Tuesday , the central bank left interest rates steady , as expected , but also declared that overall risks were weighted toward weakness and warned of deflation risks . The central bank 's policy board left rates steady for now , as widely expected , but surprised the market by declaring that overall risks were weighted toward weakness . -345 2060262 2060225 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 6.48 , or 0.7 per cent , to 990.51 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 6.48 points , or 0.66 percent , to 990.51 . -346 3185726 3185754 They also found shortness was associated with a family history of hearing loss . Shortness was found twice as often in those with hearing loss . -347 2378827 2378888 He said the FDA was hoping Congress and the courts would bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers . He said FDA hopes Congress and the courts will bring clarity to the situation and some financial relief to consumers — perhaps before the 2004 elections . -348 2893299 2893356 On Friday , the Concorde started up around sunrise and seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . Yesterday , the Concorde seemed to launch itself straight out of the rising sun . -349 2080922 2080979 Navistar shares were down 44 cents , or 1.1 percent , at $ 41.19 on the New York Stock Exchange after falling as low as $ 39.93 . Navistar shares rose a penny to $ 41.64 at late afternoon on the New York Stock Exchange after earlier falling as low as $ 39.93 . -350 3251501 3251262 Squyres is principal investigator for the Athena payload - a collection of science instruments carted by each rover . Steve Squyres , a Cornell University scientist , is principal investigator for the missions ' science instruments . -351 2636300 2636438 The appeals court judges were in sharp disagreement over what should be done when they ruled in February . The appellate judges were in sharp disagreement when they ruled in February . -352 226395 226669 Bremer , 61 , is a onetime assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger and was ambassador-at-large for counterterrorism from 1986 to 1989 . Bremer , 61 , is a former assistant to former Secretaries of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger . -353 488404 488310 Another is investor disenchantment with US investments , leading them to pull out of US assets - selling dollars as they do so and driving the dollar exchange rate down . Another is investor disenchantment with U.S. investments , leading them to pull out of U.S. assets--selling dollars as they do so , and driving its exchange rate down . -354 1617617 1617714 Mr Morse is charged with assault and Mr Darvish is charged with filing a false report . His partner Bijan Darvish is charged with filing a false police report . -355 490221 490032 The best-performing stock was Altria Group Inc . , which rose more than 27 percent to close at $ 42.31 a share . Altria Group Inc . MO.N fell 50 cents , or 1.2 percent , to $ 41.81 . -356 408572 408628 " Whatever has happened to you by way of punishment is certainly more than enough , " Covello told the 49-year-old , whose family , friends and supporters filled half the courtroom . " What has happened to you , sir , by way of punishment , is certainly more than enough , " Covello said . -357 1549628 1549570 Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat exhaustion , bruises and muscle strain , and were treated and released from the hospital , fire officials said . Eight firefighters also suffered minor injuries , including burns , heat , bruises and muscle strain , fire officials said . -358 2458335 2458449 Hundreds of soldiers took part in the early morning raid , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to airstrikes in Gaza . Hundreds of soldiers were involved , an apparent signal to Hamas that Israel would not limit itself to air strikes in Gaza . -359 1123369 1123468 State health officials said today a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed today that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . -360 1702735 1702711 Last year , he made an unsuccessful bid for the Democratic nomination for governor . He ran last year for the Democratic nomination for Texas governor , but lost the primary to multimillionaire Tony Sanchez . -361 1394508 1394489 Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular Internet Explorer toolbar , adding bells and whistles for surfers . Search technology powerhouse Google has released a new beta of its popular toolbar for Internet Explorer , adding a pop-up blocker , a controversial Blogger feature , and form-filling functionality . -362 2493378 2493420 The last time the S & P had a larger one-day point loss was also May 19 , when it gave back 23.53 to close at 920.77 . The last time it had a larger one-day loss was July 1 , 2002 , when it shed 59.41 to close at 1,403.80 . -363 645180 645536 I was going to the court believing I could do this , only if I played my best tennis . " I was believing that I was confident I could do this , but only in the case I would play my best tennis . -364 1140025 1140085 A promotional poster , complete with countdown dial , reminds readers of the upcoming release of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " -365 1953409 1953285 Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners premiums might finally be getting relief . Relief is in sight for Texans saddled with skyrocketing homeowners insurance premiums . -366 869241 869208 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . At 12 : 10 p.m. EDT , Canada 's benchmark S & P / TSX composite index was up 6.87 points or 0.1 per cent to 6,979.29 . -367 633875 633744 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index shot up 5.7 percent for the week . The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . -368 3190211 3190134 Lowe 's , with about half as many stores , reported a 33 percent increase in third-quarter profit behind a 12 percent jump in same-store sales . Home Depot reported a 22 percent jump in third-quarter profit behind a nearly 8 percent rise in same-store sales . -369 1643243 1643049 Blair 's government included the charge that Saddam sought uranium from Niger in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for military action . Britain included the accusation in a September 2002 dossier setting out the case for war in Iraq . -370 3058482 3058386 Part of the accord was the implementation of a special health council that would monitor health spending and progress in reforming the health system . A key portion of the accord was the implementation of a special council to monitor health spending , set goals for the system and measure progress in reforming health care . -371 3384269 3383800 Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights including seats on other airlines for passengers . Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . -372 713992 713965 Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left their weakened companions behind . -373 2425362 2425341 A company spokeswoman declined to say how much Qwest receives in annual revenue from government contracts . A Qwest spokeswoman , Kate Varden , declined to say how much in sales the company received from the United States government . -374 1201425 1201329 For the week ended June 15 , a total of 28.2 million DVDs were rented in the United States , compared with 27.3 million VHS cassettes . The Video Software Dealers Association said 28.2 million DVDs were rented out last week , compared to 27.3 million VHS cassettes . -375 222535 222564 Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said their Rapitva drug failed to help patients with rheumatoid arthritis in a study . Genentech Inc . , the world 's second-largest biotechnology company , and Xoma Ltd. said they will terminate Phase II testing of their Raptiva rheumatoid-arthritis drug after finding no benefit for patients . -376 1039162 1038840 PeopleSoft will commit $ 863 million in cash and issue 52.6 million new shares , the companies said . The new deal would be valued at $ 1.75 billion , including $ 863 million in cash and 52.6 million PeopleSoft shares . -377 3436639 3436708 Halliburton on Tuesday reiterated its contention that KBR had " delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms " . " We believe KBR delivered fuel to Iraq at the best value , the best price and the best terms , " Halliburton spokeswoman Wendy Hall said . -378 1124284 1124161 He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and barred from the complex - home to his mother and two children . He had been arrested twice before for trespassing and was barred from the complex . -379 1479538 1479819 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 17.26 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,640.06 , based on the latest data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -380 2858180 2858100 Shares ended Wednesday at $ 6.83 , up 2 cents . Shares of Goodyear rose 2 cents on Wednesday and closed at $ 6.83 . -381 1044270 1044301 " As a professional , " he added , " I think I 'd like to be thought of as a good storyteller . " As a professional , I 'd like to be thought of as a storyteller . " -382 1151084 1151062 Federal prosecutors , the Securities and Exchange Commission , and the mortgage company 's regulator launched investigations into Freddie Mac 's shake-up . The Securities and Exchange Commission and the U.S. Attorney have opened investigations into Freddie Mac over its accounting practices . -383 2885844 2885779 Forecasters predict the storm will reach Earth at 3 p.m. eastern time Friday and could last up to 18 hours . It is expected to reach Earth about 3 p.m. EDT Friday , and its effects could last 12 to 18 hours . -384 3014157 3014190 Yet another big fight has been over a White House proposal to privatize air-traffic control at major airports . Yet another fight has been waged over a White House proposal to privatize air traffic control at major airports , such as those in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia . -385 787889 788223 The initial report was made to Modesto Police December 28 . It stems from a Modesto police report . -386 512322 511968 " If you pass this bill , Big Brother will be watching you , " said Rep. John Mabry , D-Waco . " If you pass this bill , " Rep. John Mabry Jr . , D-Waco , told colleagues , " Big Brother will be watching you . " -387 867716 867754 Officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , and Reyna dropped a knee into his back , according to testimony . That 's when officers threw him to the ground and handcuffed him , according to testimony . -388 618359 617945 Buoyed by some of the advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 for a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . Buoyed by advice imparted by Nicklaus , Howell shot an 8-under 64 on Thursday to enter today 's round with a one-stroke lead over Kenny Perry . -389 126662 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said a search is ongoing but would not comment on the status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . -390 1908352 1908458 After a seven-day trial last year , Thompson found the monument to be an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . Last year , Thompson ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional endorsement of religion by the state . -391 1785196 1785461 They reported symptoms of fever , headache , rash and muscle aches . Symptoms include a stiff neck , fever , headache and sensitivity to light . -392 2173826 2173501 Today , he will find out whether he is still in the running to buy back the U.S. entertainment business of troubled Vivendi Universal SA . An investment group led by former Seagram Inc. boss Edgar Bronfman Jr. is still in the running to buy the U.S. entertainment assets of Vivendi Universal SA . -393 2375776 2375807 The victims were not identified , although authorities said at least one of the bodies had been there about a year . The two victims buried in the yard were not identified , though authorities said at least one has been there about a year . -394 269089 268884 Ahold Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for the scandal . Board Chairman Henny de Ruiter offered shareholders at the meeting his " sincere apologies " for events at Foodservice and elsewhere in the embattled group . -395 2537987 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc.JCP.N and Walgreen Co.WAG.N kick things off early in the week . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . -396 2980690 2980538 Defense lawyers had objected in pretrial hearings to the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify Muhammad . Defense lawyers had objected in earlier hearings to showing the videotape and the photo , saying they were too unclear to identify the person in them . -397 1027143 1027507 " I have lots of bad dreams , I have flashbacks , I have lots of anger . " I have lots of bad dreams , flashbacks and lots of anger . " -398 130265 129786 The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . The S & P 500 had climbed 16 percent since its March low and yesterday closed at its highest since Dec. 2 . -399 261718 261828 The American decision provoked an angry reaction from the European Commission , which described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful " . The European Commission , the EU 's powerful executive body , described the move as " legally unwarranted , economically unfounded and politically unhelpful . " -400 2776609 2776659 The petition alleges that Huletts unfair sales have damaged the U.S. industry , sending market prices below sustainable levels . Those unfair sales have damaged the US industry by eroding market prices below sustainable levels , says Alcoa . -401 261957 261729 Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador , Honduras , Mexico , New Zealand , Peru and Uruguay will also support the challenge . Nine other countries , including Australia , Chile , Colombia , El Salvador and Mexico , are supporting the case . -402 925534 925489 Gateway will release new Profile 4 systems with the new Intel technology on Wednesday . Gateway 's all-in-one PC , the Profile 4 , also now features the new Intel technology . -403 1478533 1478601 The government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites on Sunday in a loosely coordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . -404 725698 725404 Mrs. Clinton said she was incredulous that he would endanger their marriage and family . She hadn 't believed he would jeopardize their marriage and family . -405 2484347 2484159 Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , faces multiple counts of burial service fraud , making false statements , abuse of a dead body and theft . Ray Brent Marsh , 29 , also faces charges of abuse of a body , and theft . -406 1607342 1607469 Schroeder cancelled his Italian holiday after Stefani refused to apologise for the slurs , which came after Berlusconi compared a German politician to a Nazi concentration camp guard . Stefani 's remarks further stoked tension after Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi last week compared a German member of the European Parliament to a Nazi concentration camp guard . -407 243700 243946 Tony winners will be announced June 8 at the Radio City Music Hall in New York . Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . -408 1240372 1240326 Revenues for " The Hulk " came in well below those of last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , " X2 : X-Men United , " which grossed $ 85.6 million in its opening weekend . The Hulk trailed last month 's Marvel Comics adaptation , X2 : X-Men United , which grossed $ 85.6-million in its opening weekend . -409 1983012 1983180 Tony-award winning dancer and actor Gregory Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . -410 1088209 1088238 In April , it had forecast operating earnings in the range of 60 to 80 cents a share . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . -411 1703443 1703477 Hampton Township is a few miles northeast of Bay City , about 100 miles away . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . -412 941626 941679 And his justification for the bombing was that while it caused short-term material damage , it was for the long-term moral good of Bali . And he justified bombing Bali by saying that while it had caused material devastation , it was for the island 's long-term moral good . -413 3085927 3085530 It indicates , Robert said , “ that terrorists really don ’ t care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " -414 2746528 2746712 The Supreme Court long ago held that students could not be compelled to join in the pledge . The U.S. Supreme Court has previously ruled that students are not compelled to say the Pledge of Allegiance . -415 1140029 1140085 Kids , adults , booksellers and postal workers all are preparing for " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " -416 1787122 1787292 Colgate shares closed Monday at $ 56.30 on the New York Stock Exchange . Colgate shares were down 30 cents at $ 56 in morning trade on the New York Stock Exchange . -417 3450953 3450981 Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled and there was no convincing evidence it was being revived , the report said . Iraq 's nuclear program had been dismantled , and there " was no convincing evidence of its reconstitution . " -418 2902707 2902760 Cadbury Schweppes plc plans to cut 5500 jobs and shut factories after a 4.9 billion ( $ A11.9 billion ) acquisition spree over the past three years inflated costs . Cadbury Schweppes has unveiled plans to slash 5,500 jobs and 20 percent of its factories over four years to cut costs brought about by an acquisition spree . -419 1813375 1813388 " These foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-lowering drugs . " We have now proven that these foods have an almost identical effect on lowering cholesterol as the original cholesterol-reducing drugs . -420 2971556 2971759 " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job , " she said . Cavender did say : " I felt that if I disagreed with Rosie too much I would lose my job . " -421 3119302 3119544 State Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in court this morning , " It was an ill-conceived lawsuit . " New York Supreme Court Justice Ira Gammerman said in his statement that the lawsuit was " ill-conceived . " -422 981815 981922 The former president also gave numerous speeches in 2002 without compensation , said his spokesman Jim Kennedy . His spokesman Jim Kennedy said the former president also gave more than 70 speeches in 2002 without compensation . -423 1496052 1496255 Mayor Joe T. Parker said late Thursday that the three workers were two men and a woman who were inside the building when the first blast occurred . The missing workers , two men and a woman , were inside the building when the first blast occurred , Mayor Joe T. Parker said . -424 572164 571428 Kaichen appeared Wednesday in federal court on two bank robbery charges . She appeared in federal court Wednesday , but did not enter a plea . -425 2713980 2713709 The monkeys could track their progress by watching a schematic representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . The arm was kept in a separate room , but the monkeys could track their progress by watching a representation of the arm and its motions on a video screen . -426 959616 959471 As a result , 24 players broke par in the first round . Twenty-four players broke par in the first round , the third highest figure in U.S. Open history . -427 1912529 1912650 Magner , who is 54 and known as Marge , has been the consumer group 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . She has been the consumer unit 's chief operating officer since April 2002 , and sits on Citigroup 's management committee . -428 633744 633768 The Nasdaq composite index advanced 20.59 , or 1.3 percent , to 1,616.50 , after gaining 5.7 percent last week . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . -429 3313165 3313141 Closed sessions are routinely held at the United Nations tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but usually to protect witnesses 's safety . Closed sessions are routinely held at the U.N. tribunal that deals with Balkan war crimes , but they are usually closed to protect witnesses who fear for their safety . -430 2122040 2121820 Although it 's unclear whether Sobig was to blame , The New York Times also asked employees at its headquarters yesterday to shut down their computers because of " system difficulties . " The New York Times asked employees at its headquarters to shut down their computers yesterday because of " computing system difficulties . " -431 3385867 3385835 The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Stephen Sundlof of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration . The incubation period in cattle is four to five years , said Dr. Stephen Sundlof of the Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) . -432 1657140 1657002 His band in the early 1930 's included the pianist Teddy Wilson , the saxophonist Chu Berry , the trombonist J. C. Higginbotham and the drummer Sid Catlett . His band in the early 1930s included pianist Teddy Wilson , saxophonist Chu Berry , trombonist J.C. Higginbotham and drummer Sid Catlett . -433 318215 318353 We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCOLinux until these issues are resolved , " Sontag said . We feel so strongly about this issue that we are suspending sales and distribution of SCO Linux until these issues are resolved . " -434 2473394 2473357 Aiken 's study appears in the Sept . 24 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association . -435 1258288 1258190 Slightly more than half of the profit shortfall results from a sales slump , with weakness spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . Slightly more than half of the earnings miss was due to a sales slump , with weakness was spread across the company 's various geographic and end markets . -436 742244 742119 Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the NPT treaty which would allow U.N. inspections at short notice . Iran has yet to sign an additional protocol to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty , which it signed in 1970 , that would allow IAEA inspections at short notice . -437 3085148 3085019 They came despite what BA called a " difficult quarter " , which it said included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow . BA said the second quarter , which included unofficial industrial action at Heathrow , had been difficult . -438 432116 432164 In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . In addition , " fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to Islamic mosques , the Justice Department said . -439 539350 539637 He refused to reveal what percentage of flights carried sky marshals , or whether they would be increased . He refused to say what percentage of domestic flights had security officers on board . -440 2160920 2161366 Dean told reporters traveling on his 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour that he considered campaigning in Texas a challenge . Today , Dean ends his four-day , 10-city " Sleepless Summer " tour in Chicago and New York . -441 2442948 2442826 The victim , whose name was not released , underwent surgery at the hospital . The wounded doctor , whose name was withheld , underwent surgery at the hospital for three gunshot wounds . -442 1518074 1518108 Those conversations had not taken place as of Tuesday night , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . Those talks have not taken place , according to an Oracle spokeswoman . -443 1284177 1284077 Other features include FileVault , which secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption on the fly . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . -444 1591389 1591595 An arrest warrant claimed Bryant assaulted the woman June 30 at a hotel . According to an arrest warrant , Bryant , 24 , attacked a woman on June 30 . -445 600786 600523 Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment from beneath the concrete slab Thursday , but it turned out to be an animal bone , authorities said . Investigators uncovered a 4-inch bone fragment Thursday night , but authorities said it was from an animal . -446 1245561 1245666 After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , it had to wait for legal hurdles to be crossed before sales could resume . After Saddam 's regime crumbled in early April , legal hurdles had to be cleared before sales could resume . -447 2734483 2734397 The number of extremely obese adults -- those who are at least 100 pounds overweight -- has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . -448 3289732 3289629 The research firm earlier had forecast an increase of 4.9 percent . The firm had predicted earlier this year a 4.9 percent increase . -449 3306149 3306053 Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted work for several hours while waiting for the anthropologist to arrive from Indianapolis . Investigators used a jackhammer and hand tools to conduct the search but halted it until an anthropologist arrived in the northwestern Indiana city from Indianapolis . -450 1318034 1318119 Stripping out the extraordinary items , fourth-quarter earnings were 64 cents a share compared to 25 cents a share in the prior year . Earnings were 59 cents a share for the three months ended May 25 compared with 15 cents a share a year earlier . -451 3354775 3354759 The company will be able to start recording profits from HPS immediately , Perot Systems spokeswoman Mindy Brown said . The company will begin adding to Perot Systems ' profits immediately , the company said . -452 1111786 1111709 White House officials also deleted a reference to a 1999 study showing that global temperatures had risen sharply in the previous decade compared with the last 1,000 years . The revised draft removed a reference to a 1999 study showing global temperatures had risen sharply in the past decade compared to the previous 1,000 years . -453 806505 806865 The leading actress nod went to energetic newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur as Edna 's daughter Tracy . Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . -454 1479862 1479870 In January 2000 , notebooks represented less than 25 percent of sales volume . That compares with January 2000 , when laptops represented less than 25 percent of sales volume , NPD said . -455 2071990 2072141 Federal and local officials , including Bush , saw no apparent sign of terrorism . Federal officials earlier said there is no evidence of terrorism . -456 1970415 1970732 U.N. inspectors later said the documents were old and irrelevant -- some administrative material , some from a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . They said some of the documents were administrative paper work and some about a failed and well-known uranium-enrichment program of the 1980s . -457 2928566 2928606 Griffith , a Mount Airy native , now lives on the North Carolina coast in Manteo . Griffith , 77 , grew up in Mount Airy and now lives in Manteo . -458 1239932 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . -459 1092090 1091918 It will also delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until the deal was completed and Buhrmann bedded down in PaperlinX . It will delay the retirement of Mr Wightwick , 62 , who agreed to stay on until Buhrmann is bedded down inside PaperlinX . -460 1240213 1240330 OS ANGELES - ' ' The Hulk ' ' was a monster at the box office in its debut weekend , taking in a June opening record of $ 62.6 million . " The Hulk " took in $ 62.6 million at the box office , a monster opening and a new June record . -461 2720187 2720172 Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , turned himself in in June ; his deputy was killed in a recent shootout with Saudi forces . Their leader , Abu Bakr al-Azdi , surrendered in June ; his deputy was killed in a shoot-out with Saudi forces recently . -462 3259695 3259744 Several current and former ferry officers have said the rules were routinely ignored and seldom enforced . Some current and former ferry employees have said those rules were often ignored . -463 1657875 1658028 " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . " But at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " he said . -464 1563816 1563592 It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . The intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . -465 99378 99324 The Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain , was forthright . " He hasn 't got much choice , " said the Bishop of Armidale , Peter Brain . -466 692176 692246 Heavy weekend rain and runoff from heavy snowmelt sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening the sinkhole in I-70 east of Vail . Rain and runoff from heavy snow sent a mountain creek on a rampage , washing out a culvert and opening a 22-foot-wide sinkhole in Interstate 70 east of Vail . -467 654702 654683 Spinal Concepts , launched in 1996 , makes orthopedic medical devices used during spinal fusion surgical procedures . Spinal Concepts makes spinal fixation products used during spinal fusion surgery . -468 2725718 2725646 The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off as early as tomorrow or as late as Friday from the Jiuquan launching site in the Gobi Desert . The spacecraft is scheduled to blast off between next Wednesday and Friday from a launching site in the Gobi Desert . -469 240075 240044 State Republican Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away from referring to Wise 's problems in the 2004 gubernatorial campaign . State GOP Chairman Kris Warner said the GOP would not shy away in 2004 from referring to Wise 's problems . -470 427005 427281 The others were given copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " and told to follow it . The researchers gave copies of " Dr. Atkins ' New Diet Revolution " to the carb-cutters . -471 2124302 2124451 Druce is still being held at the prison and is now in isolation , she said . Druce last night was held in isolation at the same prison . -472 229259 228827 NBC also announced it has struck a deal to keep ER on the air for three more seasons . NBC also announced that it has extended its deal with Warner Brothers Television to keep ER on the air for at least three more seasons . -473 1171535 1171893 Also weighing on the market was news that General Motors GM.N planned to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . Also hurting was news General Motors GM.N was to issue $ 10 billion in debt , in part to plug a hole in its pension plan . -474 1201093 1201040 In court , she briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and quietly made notes in a spiral-bound notebook . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . -475 545928 545817 On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured when a munitions dump they were guarding exploded in southern Iraq . -476 3128200 3128160 The new research will be published soon in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . -477 1554315 1554352 " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " the statement read . " These allegations are completely out of character of the Kobe Bryant we know , " Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said . -478 1196117 1196011 Jackson 's visit came after a relatively peaceful night in Benton Harbor , which sits in southwestern Michigan about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . Jackson 's visit followed a relatively peaceful night Thursday in Benton Harbor , about 100 miles northeast of Chicago . -479 842171 842236 The attacks came as Mr Sharon faced down the hardline central committee of his Likud party in Jerusalem . News of the Hebron incident filtered out as Mr Sharon was facing the hardline central committee of his Likud Party in Jerusalem . -480 246576 246511 The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . Bruce N. Hawthorne , 53 , was named executive vice president and chief staff officer . -481 1629901 1629398 The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer - Dallager - for failing to address the scandal . -482 2588886 2588780 SARS went on to claim the lives of 44 people in the Toronto area , including two nurses and a doctor . The virus killed 44 people in the Toronto area , including one doctor and two nurses . -483 769049 769025 The World Health Organization — another Lilly partner , along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University — has declared TB a global emergency . The World Health Organization -- which is participating in the initiative along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Purdue University -- has declared TB a global emergency . -484 1924883 1924416 Five Jordanian embassy staff were wounded but were in stable condition . Some media reported that Jordanian embassy staff were killed in the attack . -485 1550877 1550897 This northern autumn US trainers will work with soldiers from four North African countries on patrolling and gathering intelligence . Later this year , the command will send trainers with soldiers from four North African nations on patrolling and intelligence gathering missions . -486 1977046 1977184 U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled that the Akron-based company should have determined that changes at one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions . FirstEnergy Corp. should have determined that modernizing one of its plants would increase overall pollution emissions , U.S. District Judge Edmund Sargus ruled Thursday . -487 644153 643714 " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said FBI Special Agent Craig Dahle in Birmingham . " The case has been ready to go for some time , " said Dahle , a spokesman for the Birmingham office . -488 173736 173905 " One can say that the euro at the moment is about at the level which better reflects the fundamentals , " he said . " The euro at the moment is at a level that better reflects the fundamentals , " the ECB president said . -489 209859 209757 Thats why the Americans with all their technology cant find him . That 's why the Americans - with all their technology - can 't find him . " -490 2158247 2158067 U.S. District Judge William Steele set a hearing tomorrow on the lawsuit . U.S. District Judge William Steele has set the hearing on the suit for Wednesday . -491 1459781 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . -492 2905479 2905361 We 're electing a president of the United States , not a staff . " " We are electing a president of the United States , not a staff , " Kerry said . -493 3447773 3447850 The router will be available in the first quarter of 2004 and will cost around $ 200 , the company said . Netgear prices the WGT634U Super Wireless Media Router , which will be available in the first quarter of 2004 , at under $ 200 . -494 2527795 2527755 The nation 's median household income , adjusted for inflation , declined 1.1 percent , to $ 42,409 in 2002 , the Census Bureau reported Friday . The number of Americans living in poverty increased by 1.7 million last year , and the median household income declined by 1.1 percent , the Census Bureau reported yesterday . -495 1348907 1348952 The picture changes a bit should Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton be the Democratic presidential candidate . The picture changes slightly should New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton end up as the Democratic presidential candidate . -496 703823 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . -497 1075005 1075021 Her lawyers filed a lawsuit against the Dallas County district attorney , Henry Wade , challenging Texas 's abortion laws . In 1969 , Ms. McCorvey 's attorneys filed suit against Dallas County District Attorney Henry Wade challenging the state 's abortion laws . -498 1948542 1948502 Police said the suspected Marriott suicide bomber was Asmar Latin Sani , 28 , from the island of Sumatra . A sibling also identified Sani , 28 , who was from the island of Sumatra , police said . -499 1849873 1849903 Both were a few metres apart , Mr Laczynski pressing against the metal fence dividing court officials from the crowd . Separated by a few metres , Mr Laczynski pressed against the metal fence which divides court officials from the crowd . -500 986840 986695 The European Union was due Monday to demand Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher nuclear inspections and to link compliance with a pending trade deal . The European Union was due on Monday to demand that Iran accept " urgently and unconditionally " tougher inspections of its nuclear program , linking compliance to a pending trade deal . -501 3230905 3231041 Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts are saying , could be undermining efforts to promote safe sex . Advances in AIDS treatments in recent years , some experts say , may be undermining efforts to promote safer-sex practices . -502 2906716 2906796 Viles ' body was discovered four hours later after he failed to respond to a call to return to his housing unit . Viles was found dead after the three failed to respond to a routine call to return to their housing units . -503 2768372 2768324 Every Thursday , a grains management committee meets in the Commission 's agriculture directorate to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . A grains management committee normally meets each Thursday in the Commission 's agriculture unit -- another target of Wednesday 's raids -- to decide the outcome of a weekly export tender . -504 2891359 2891275 About 1,500 firefighters here and north of the neighboring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . About 1500 firefighters in Fontana and the neighbouring city of Rancho Cucamonga battled flames with helicopters , air tankers and bulldozers . -505 131134 131308 Once seated , the anonymous jurors will be driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . The judge planned to have the anonymous jurors driven back and forth to court in vans with tinted windows to protect their identities . -506 1051279 1050975 She was taken by ambulance to Charing Cross Hospital in Hammersmith . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . -507 212622 212672 Pappas said he wouldn 't hesitate about asking Graham to substitute . Pappas , the teacher , said he wouldn 't hesitate having Graham as a substitute . -508 629297 629322 " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , biological programme , indeed nuclear programme , indeed all that was documented by the UN , " he said . He added : " There is no doubt about the chemical programme , the biological programme and indeed the nuclear weapons programme . -509 3377001 3376977 He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging staff at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel and demanding U.S. forces leave Iraq . He said the attackers left behind leaflets urging workers at the Ishtar Sheraton to stop working at the hotel . -510 1720973 1721003 Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state has long had its eye on this piece of property and is eager to complete the deal to obtain it . Deirdre Hisler , Government Canyon 's manager , said the state long has coveted this piece of property , and is eager to complete the deal . -511 2989427 2989456 With the Expose feature , all open windows shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . With the Expose ( ex-poh-SAY ) feature , all the open windows on the desktop immediately shrink to fit on the screen but are still clear enough to identify . -512 1496938 1496946 He faces a maximum sentence of 59 to 87 years in prison if convicted . Iffel was hit with 22 weapons charges and faces up to 87 years in prison if convicted . -513 388576 388649 Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity , and get a cut of sales on a sliding scale through 2021 . Elan would receive an additional $ 25 million in January if Skelaxin retains patent exclusivity and would also get a five percent share of sales from 2005 . -514 562108 561820 Still , he noted Miami must decide whether to seek ACC membership for the next school year by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . Still , he noted that Miami must decide whether to seek A.C.C. membership by June 30 to adhere to Big East guidelines . -515 1223198 1223139 Police today charged three men , one aged 28 and two aged 26 , with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault occasioning bodily harm , armed robbery and burglary . Four men were arrested and have been charged with attempted murder , torture , rape , assault , armed robbery and burglary . -516 2208440 2208642 The new policy gives greatest weight to grades , test scores and a student 's high school curriculum . Academic achievement -- including grades , test scores and high school curriculum -- are given the highest priority . -517 3021619 3021518 McGill also detailed the hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . McGill also said a dark glove was stuffed into a hole that had been cut in the Caprice 's trunk . -518 36547 36623 ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc. are developing similar medications , designed to target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . Iressa is similar to medicines being developed by ImClone Systems Inc. and OSI Pharmaceuticals Inc . , designed to precisely target tumor cells while sparing healthy ones . -519 345699 345719 Shares in EDS closed on Thursday at $ 18.51 , a gain of 6 cents . Shares of EDS closed Thursday at $ 18.51 , up 6 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . -520 1010013 1010046 Jirsa is being introduced as Marshall head coach today at a noon news conference in the Bob Hartley / Big Green Room of Cam Henderson Center , The Herald-Dispatch learned . Jirsa will be introduced as the 25th Marshall basketball coach today at a press conference in the Henderson Center ’ s Big Green Room . -521 2493925 2493892 Richard Grasso quit as chairman last week after losing the support of his board amid public furor over his $ 140 million pay package . Grasso quit last week in the wake of a firestorm of criticism over his $ 140 million compensation package . -522 1661881 1662136 Police Chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group that had custody of Ghozi , has offered to resign , according to Ebdane . Police chief Superintendent Jesus Verzosa , who heads the national police intelligence group , which had custody of Al-Ghozi , offered his resignation , and Ebdane accepted it . -523 1879236 1879339 Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8,000 hectares ( 20,000 acres ) of pinewood since the blazes started Monday afternoon . Powerful Mistral winds were fanning the flames , which have destroyed more than 8000 hectares of pinewood since the blazes began on Monday afternoon . -524 2467992 2467952 And as more than 100 people on death rows have been exonerated , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . As more than 100 people sentenced to death have been exonerated across the nation , other states have abridged or considered abridging the use of the death penalty . -525 3014177 3014143 The differences between Grassley and Thomas on energy and Medicare have become so pointed that other members say their angry personal relationship is embarrassing the party . Their differences on energy and Medicare have become so pointed other members say it is embarrassing to the party . -526 467296 467042 Numan was the Baath Party 's regional command chairman responsible for west Baghdad . Al-Numan was a longtime member of the regional command of the Baath party . -527 1567595 1567650 Instead , prosecutors dismissed charges and Rucker left the courtroom a free man . Instead he left the courtroom a free man after authorities dismissed criminal charges . -528 1243432 1243445 LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion - Australian football - as the world champion relaxed before his Wimbledon title defence . LLEYTON Hewitt yesterday traded his tennis racquet for his first sporting passion – Australian rules football – as the world champion relaxed ahead of his Wimbledon defence . -529 2370245 2370426 Microsoft says customers can install applications and software on their handset wirelessly or from a PC via USB connection . Additional applications and software can be downloaded via the phone or from a PC via a USB connection . -530 3331545 3331648 Shares of Schering-Plough were off 2 cents at $ 16.78 near midday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Schering-Plough closed down 4 cents at $ 16.76 in Thursday trade on the New York Stock Exchange . -531 1929176 1929167 The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . In Nairobi , the provost of All Saints Cathedral , the Very Reverend Peter Karanja , said the US Episcopal Church was alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . -532 599678 599554 " The issue has been resolved , " Marlins President David Samson said through a club spokesman . The Marlins only said : " The issue has been resolved . " -533 745950 746180 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures for June were down 2.60 points at 965.70 , while Nasdaq futures were down 7.50 points at 1,183.50 . -534 1737548 1737488 " I don 't see the urgency of this , and I am not going to grant this request . " " I don 't see the urgency in this so I 'm not going to grant it , " West said . -535 2095818 2095799 In its statement , the bank said it believed " the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the United Kingdom remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . -536 2484044 2483683 The tour plans to make stops in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1-2 , and in New York City on Oct. 3-4 . The tour will stop in 103 cities before rallying in Washington on Oct. 1 and 2 , and New York on Oct. 3 and 4 . -537 1604217 1604154 " City-grown pollution , and ozone in particular , is tougher on country trees , " says Cornell University ecologist Jillian Gregg . " I know this sounds counterintuitive , but it 's true : City-grown pollution -- and ozone in particular -- is tougher on country trees , " U.S. ecologist Jillian Gregg said . -538 3438458 3438444 Elecia Battle , of Cleveland , told police she dropped her purse as she left the Quick Shop Food Mart last week after buying the ticket . Elecia Battle dropped her purse after buying the Mega Millions Lottery ticket last week and believes the ticket blew away . -539 1439347 1439293 When fully operational , the facility is expected to employ up to 1,000 people . The plant would employ 1,000 people when fully built out , the company said . -540 399170 399276 The Senate agreed Tuesday to lift a 10-year-old ban on the research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . Both the House and Senate bills would end the ban on research and development of low-yield nuclear weapons . -541 1958452 1958519 Shares of McDonald 's rose $ 1.83 , or 8.3 percent , to close at the day 's high of $ 23.89 . McDonald 's shares rose $ 1.83 to close Friday at $ 23.89 on the New York Stock Exchange . -542 2178827 2178795 The girls and three of the cadets were cited for underage drinking . The girls , ages 16 and 18 , were ticketed for underage drinking along with three of the cadets . -543 1280917 1281225 Oracle Corp 's Chairman and CEO Larry Ellison didn 't rule out sweetening the company 's unsolicited offer to acquire rival PeopleSoft Inc . Oracle chairman Larry Ellison has hinted that the company could yet again increase its offer for rival PeopleSoft . -544 3001423 3001446 Former Indiana Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died Sunday in Bloomington after a battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . -545 1146295 1146253 The bill also requires the FCC to hold at least five public hearings before voting on future ownership changes . Another component of the bill would require the FCC to hold at least five public hearings on future ownership rule changes before voting . -546 2414342 2414213 State government sources said Travis ' move was a direct result of the controversy over the Boudin parole decision . Sources say this decision was a direct result of the decision to release Boudin . -547 173779 173846 The Nikkei average closed up 1.5 percent at 8,152.16 , a one-month high . The Nikkei average ended the morning up half a percent at 8,071.00 . -548 1114165 1114068 According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . The Hispanic population increased by 9.8per cent from the April 2000 census figures , despite less favourable social and economic conditions than in the 1990s . -549 2337960 2338068 The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company also said it would cut wholesale prices on cassettes and change the suggested retail price to $ 8.98 . -550 237239 237465 The plane was estimated to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . US Airways Flight 5481 , which crashed Jan. 8 , was judged to be within 100 pounds of its maximum takeoff weight . -551 663480 663544 The House has passed prescription-drug legislation in the last two sessions , but the Senate has failed to do so . The House has passed bills the past two Congresses , but the Senate has not . -552 460144 460211 He failed a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 -- well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , police said . The player 's eyes were bloodshot and a blood-alcohol test produced a reading of 0.18 - well above Tennessee 's level of presumed intoxication of 0.10 , the report said . -553 1809293 1809194 TI further said that , as a result of the license agreement , it will not change its prices for OMAP devices . In a joint statement , the companies said that as a result of the license agreement , TI will not be changing its prices . -554 859489 859427 Perkins will travel to Lawrence today and meet with Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . -555 3131671 3131687 Continuing the record-setting pace of recent years , personal bankruptcies rose 7.8 percent in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts said Friday . The record-setting pace of new personal bankruptcies continued in the 12 months ending Sept . 30 , with their number rising 7.8 percent , according to data released Friday . -556 210694 211119 Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . Barnes is one of three politicians honored Monday by the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum with the Profile in Courage Award . -557 347483 347458 Enstrom and Kabat focused their work on 35,561 people who had never smoked but had spouses who did . The study focused on the 35,561 people who had never smoked , but who lived with a spouse who did . -558 2827192 2827205 Symantec yesterday bought SSL VPN appliance vendor SafeWeb for $ 26 million in cash . Symantec Monday said it will acquire SSL VPN appliance provider Safeweb for $ 26 million in cash . -559 2486728 2486654 More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . More than 100 officers launched the London raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine and money laundering ring . -560 684938 684972 But the plan was dropped because some of the terrorists were uncomfortable that schoolchildren would be their victims . But the plan was abandoned as some in the group were uncomfortable the victims would be schoolchildren . -561 826609 826468 A senior Whitehall official said : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . A senior Whitehall official said recently : " It devalued the currency , there is no question about that . . . It was a monumental cock-up . " -562 1279867 1279906 " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims should keep consumer expectations at current levels and may signal more favorable economic times ahead . " The recent turnaround in the stock market and an easing in unemployment claims " may signal more favorable economic times ahead , " she said . -563 1091178 1091235 Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 26 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.27 percent from 3.17 percent . -564 1293239 1293439 The army said the raid , which comes just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the Hamas leader in the city , targeted militants in Hamas . The arrests came just days after Israeli troops shot and killed Abdullah Kawasme , the militant group 's leader in Hebron . -565 2085113 2085096 Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said Friday that he will hold a hearing on the blackout as soon as lawmakers return in September . House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Billy Tauzin , R-La . , said his committee will hold a hearing on the power outage in September . -566 1739449 1739474 Also , businesses throughout Utah are volunteering to display Amber alerts on their signs . Other businesses are volunteering to put the alerts on their electronic signs and billboards . -567 2559956 2559939 Says IBM : " Electrons come down from the poly-silicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base , and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode . " Electrons come down from the polysilicon emitter , accelerate through the SiGe base and make a turn in the SOI layer towards the collector contact electrode , " the company said . -568 349935 350009 In March , SCO Group filed a lawsuit against IBM charging unfair competition and breach of contract . SCO is suing IBM for misappropriation of trade secrets , tortious interference , unfair competition and breach of contract . -569 911563 911587 Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , is leading the opposition . " I think it will pass , " Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. , said in Washington . -570 2123347 2123494 According to market research from The NPD Group , the number of people downloading music dropped from 14.5 million in April to 10.4 million in June . The number of households acquiring music fell from a high of 14.5 million in April to 12.7 million in May and 10.4 million in June , according to NPD . -571 2108887 2108868 Beleaguered telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . -572 1967671 1967592 Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London and will be extended over the next month to police around the country . Extra guidance on countering suicide bombers is now being given to officers in London , and will be extended to other forces next month . -573 1044800 1044829 The Passion will feature actor James Caviezel as Christ and actress Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . Directed by Gibson , the reported $ 25 million production stars Jim Caviezel as Jesus and Monica Bellucci as Mary Magdalene . -574 1716178 1716087 U.S. officials say the six were , like other prisoners at the U.S. Naval base in Cuba , suspected of involvement with al-Qaida , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . US officials say the six , like other prisoners at Guantanamo , were suspected of involvement with al-Qaeda , Afghanistan 's Taliban or some other group . -575 2009590 2009633 Perry has called lawmakers into two special sessions to address congressional redistricting . Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . -576 573366 573506 " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end , " said Hit resident Abu Qasim . " Saddam is gone , but we want the ( U.S. ) occupation to end . " -577 1618261 1618195 A report on the finding appears in Friday 's issue of the journal Science . The results were announced at a NASA headquarters news conference Thursday and in today 's issue of the journal Science . -578 500945 500912 The autopsy was ordered sealed at the request of both the prosecution and defense . Girolami ordered the records conditionally sealed May 15 at the request of prosecution and defense attorneys . -579 437728 437769 The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game their longest win streak since 2001 as they edged Colorado , 3-2 , Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . The Dodgers won their sixth consecutive game and seventh in their last nine as they beat Colorado 3-2 on Wednesday in front of a crowd of 25,332 at Dodger Stadium . -580 1074997 1075018 " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms McCorvey said at a news conference in Dallas on Tuesday . " I feel like the weight of the world has been lifted from my shoulders , " Ms. McCorvey said at a downtown Dallas news conference . -581 2641995 2641936 Mr Pollard said : " This is a terrible personal tragedy and a shocking blow for James 's family . Nick Pollard , the head of Sky News said : " This is a shocking blow for James 's family . -582 544329 544220 Meanwhile , the U.S. civilian administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer , paid a two-hour visit to the northern cities of Erbil and Sulaimaniyah . Elsewhere in the north , the American administrator for Iraq , L. Paul Bremer III , paid a brief , low-profile visit to the cities of Erbil and Suleimaniya . -583 1702219 1702411 The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit named Secretary of State Kevin Shelley , a Democrat , and the registrars of voters in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . -584 3319119 3319133 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index ( .IXIC : Quote , Profile , Research ) ended off 2.96 points , or 0.15 percent , at 1,921.33 . -585 1260943 1261266 Additionally , the h2210 ’ s cradle has room to charge a second battery . The cradle for the h2200 has space for recharging a second battery . -586 936700 936522 He was taken to a hospital for precautionary X-rays on his neck . Harvey was taken to St. Luke 's Hospital for precautionary neck X-rays , which came back negative . -587 2788889 2788678 Still , Jessica Biel ( of " 7th Heaven " fame ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface 's last elusive victim . Still , Jessica Biel ( formerly of the WB ’ s “ 7th Heaven ” ) brings an athletic intensity to the role of Leatherface ’ s last elusive victim . -588 1596214 1596238 Police and officials said about 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to struggle to shore . About 200 people were rescued by fishing boats or managed to reach shore , police and officials said . -589 2553134 2553332 In that case , the court held that Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning only the advertising pamphlets in the interest of aesthetics . In that case , the court held that the city of Cincinnati had violated the First Amendment in banning , in the interest of aesthetics , only the advertising pamphlets . -590 1075397 1075758 The Senate version has no coverage for annual costs between $ 4,450 and $ 5,800 . They would receive no help with costs between $ 4,500 and $ 5,800 . -591 3100597 3100573 " PeopleSoft management entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " said Deborah Lilienthal , an Oracle spokeswoman . " PeopleSoft 's management 's entrenchment tactics continue to destroy the value of the company for its shareholders , " Oracle spokeswoman Jennifer Glass said Tuesday . -592 1054536 1054676 Stocks dipped lower Tuesday as investors opted to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally despite a trio of reports suggesting modest improvement in the economy . Wall Street moved tentatively higher Tuesday as investors weighed a trio of reports showing modest economic improvement against an urge to cash in profits from Monday 's big rally . -593 1458234 1458108 Michaela Cuomo , youngest daughter of Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy , is 8 months old . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . -594 2098594 2098915 Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . Both Bloomberg and Pataki said were confident electricity would be restored by the morning . -595 53672 53604 " That said , however , no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . " Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . -596 2673112 2673141 The district also sent letters yesterday informing parents of the situation . Parents received letters informing them of the possible contamination yesterday . -597 1091232 1091267 The two-year note US2YT = RR fell 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 1.23 percent from 1.16 percent late on Monday . The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . -598 1107385 1107297 " The Leading Economic Index finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession , " Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said . Conference Board economist Ken Goldstein said the improved reading " finally points to a recovery , almost a year and a half after the end of the recession . -599 3414486 3414521 Shares of McDonald 's Corp. and Wendy 's International Inc. continued a modest run-up on the New York Stock Exchange Monday . Shares of McDonald 's and Wendy 's continued their recent recovery Monday , rising more than 1 percent on the New York Stock Exchange in afternoon trade . -600 1559172 1559081 In winter , it is transformed into a treacherous embankment , a mountain of ice and snow that blankets everything . In winter , Terrapin Point is transformed into a treacherous embankment of ice and snow that blankets everything -- the park , the railings , even the lampposts . -601 2214085 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Mr. Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . -602 327365 327455 Fed policy-makers signaled they were prepared to cut rates , now at a 41-year low , to ward off even the threat of deflation . Fed policy-makers last week signaled they are prepared to cut that rate to ward off even the threat of deflation . -603 863191 863225 " It appears that many employers accused of workplace discrimination will be considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent , " he said . " Employers accused of workplace discrimination now are considered guilty until they can prove themselves innocent . -604 3068989 3068932 The formula for its baby food is prepared by the German-owned Humana Milchunion . The formula is produced for Remedia by German company Humana Milchunion . -605 2202632 2202780 Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by a quarter or more , U.S. researchers reported on Thursday . Nearly one in 10 people have a gene mutation that can raise their risk of cancer by 25 percent or more , US researchers reported yesterday . -606 3046212 3046273 The findings are published in the November 6 edition of the journal Nature . Both studies are published on Thursday in Nature , the British weekly science journal . -607 1559085 1559178 The man wasn 't on the ice , but trapped in the rapids , swaying in an eddy about 250 feet from the shore . The man was trapped about 250 feet from the shore , right at the edge of the falls . -608 1805630 1805435 Texas Instruments climbed $ 1.37 to $ 19.25 yesterday and Novellus Systems Inc. advanced $ 1.76 to $ 36.31 . Texas Instruments climbed $ US1.37 to $ US19.25 and Novellus Systems advanced $ US1.76 to $ US36.31 , each having been raised to " overweight " by Lehman . -609 246694 246679 Net profit was $ 275m , or 23 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the period ending March 31 . News Corp. posted net profit of $ 275 million , or 21 cents per American Depositary Receipt , for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31 . -610 1485635 1485610 Agrawal said her research does not suggests that PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . -611 1342925 1343185 " The economy , nonetheless , has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . -612 2692086 2691868 Yee is a Chinese-American who converted to Islam after graduating from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . -613 283697 283287 Meanwhile , students and others at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , acted out a second , simultaneous attack on campus . Meanwhile , volunteers at Pacific Lutheran University near Tacoma , about 40 miles to the south , simulated a second , simultaneous attack . -614 2521741 2521730 The suspect has been charged with juvenile delinquency , based on intentionally causing damage to computers . A news release from the office said the arrest was for an act of juvenile delinquency based on intentionally causing damage to protected computers . -615 69795 69776 Cisco executives said they were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but hoped for a rebound . Cisco executives were encouraged by $ 1.3 billion in cash flow and the increase in net income , but said they remained ``cautiously optimistic ' ' about a rebound . -616 2706235 2706274 Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and clambered down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . -617 267366 267390 Linda Saunders pleaded guilty in federal court to six charges , including extortion , money laundering and conspiracy . Former Phipps aides Linda Saunders and Bobby McLamb have both pleaded guilty to federal charges including extortion . -618 1605338 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain food products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . -619 3042078 3042062 MEN who drink tea , particularly green tea , can greatly reduce their risk of prostate cancer , a landmark WA study has found . DRINKING green tea can dramatically reduce the risk of men contracting prostate cancer , a study by Australian researchers has discovered . -620 2179041 2179199 Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of next month , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . -621 1120715 1120672 Anything less is unacceptable , " said Gordon , the ranking Democrat on the House Space and Aeronautics subcommittee . Gordon is the senior Democrat on the House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics . -622 516813 516884 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Sandra Day O 'Connor agreed with Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . -623 633901 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 , ending at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . -624 2152533 2152746 " I still don 't think it is a trade secret , " Bunner said yesterday . " We don 't think that there is a trade secret here . " -625 2560904 2560923 Optima first registered www.optimatech.com with Network Solutions at the end of 1990 . Network Solutions returned the domain name back to Optima in 2001 . -626 2011657 2011797 Bashir felt he was being tried by opinion not on the facts , Mahendradatta told Reuters . Bashir also felt he was being tried by opinion rather than facts of law , he added . -627 556825 556733 According to Saunders , the gunman said he was frustrated by the U.S. Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . Sheriff 's Department spokesman Chris Saunders said the man told them he was frustrated by the Postal Service 's response to an accident involving a postal vehicle . -628 2798926 2798877 Spokesmen for the FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on El Shukrijumah 's stay in Canada . The FBI , CIA , Canadian Security Intelligence Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police declined to comment on the Washington Times report . -629 2493883 2493851 In the interview , Mr. Reed said board members could not defend themselves by saying they did not realize the size of Mr. Grasso 's package . Reed said board members can 't defend themselves by saying they didn 't realize the size of Grasso 's package . -630 2763716 2763600 Florida 's Supreme Court has twice refused to hear the case . On Tuesday , a Florida appeals court again refused to block removal of the tube . -631 1516698 1516745 It estimated on Thursday it has a 51 percent market share in Europe . Boston Scientific said it has gained 51 percent of the coated-stent market in Europe . -632 2249306 2249238 A conviction could bring a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted , he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . -633 572627 572552 He was tracked to Atlanta where he was arrested on Tuesday night . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . -634 427417 427398 Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases , agreed . " We have been somewhat lucky , " said Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases . -635 660856 660825 Pepper spray and four arrests marked a Monday evening march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . -636 1884056 1884017 Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports of dead blue jays and crows , Jayroe said . Since early May , the city has received 1,400 reports , he said . -637 2362684 2362743 A powerful typhoon hit southern areas of South Korea , killing at least 42 people and forcing thousands to flee , authorities said yesterday . A typhoon packing record strength winds slammed into South Korea killing at least 48 people and forcing about 25,000 to flee from their homes , authorities said on Saturday . -638 3233010 3232953 The mother also alleged in the lawsuit that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards . The mother also contended that she was sexually assaulted by one of the guards during the 1998 confrontation . -639 243948 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength - and getting seven Tony nominations - was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , Long Day 's Journey Into Night . Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " -640 758196 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performed the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -641 303962 304113 The German envoy , Gunter Pleuger , told reporters today , " The important issues are how the political process is being organized . " " The important issues are how the political process is being organized , " Pleuger told reporters . -642 2691686 2691676 The bank 's shares fell 45 cents in trading yesterday to $ 91.51 per share . Shares of M & T , which is based in Buffalo , fell 41 cents , to $ 91.51 . -643 1924385 1924800 Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . Earlier , Captain Robert Ramsey of the First Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the buildings at around 11am . -644 638873 638787 Los Angeles- The deep-sea adventure " Finding Nemo " hooked the top spot at the box office yesterday with an estimated $ 70.6-million opening weekend . The deep-sea adventure netted the top spot at the box office Sunday with an estimated $ 70.6 million US opening weekend . -645 1338202 1338220 Excluding litigation charges , RIM 's loss narrowed even further to 1 cent a share . Excluding patent litigation , RIM 's loss for the quarter was $ 700,000 , or 1 cent per share . -646 782729 782569 Larger publishers such as Viacom Inc . ' s VIAb.N Simon & Schuster and Bertelsmann AG 's BERT.UL Random House decided against pursuing the books group , the sources said . Larger publishers such as Simon & Schuster and Random House decided not to pursue the books group , sources familiar with the situation said . -647 1655566 1655531 " We think this planet formed with its star , 12.713 billion years ago when the ( Milky Way ) galaxy was very young , just in the process of forming . " We think this planet formed with its star 12.713 billion years ago , when the [ Milky Way ] galaxy was . . . just in the process of forming . -648 1117439 1117424 The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were impounded a year ago at a LaGrou Cold Storage warehouse in Chicago . The meat , poultry , butter , cheese and nuts were being stored by more than 100 wholesalers in Chicago . -649 1580610 1580733 I think we made the right case and did the right thing . " Mr Blair went on : " I think we did the right thing in relation to Iraq . -650 75618 75659 Born in 1953 in Baghdad , her father was Salih Magdi Ammash , a former Vice-President , Defence Minister and member of the Baath party leadership . Born in 1953 in Baghdad , she is the daughter of Saleh Mahdi Ammash , a former vice-president , defence minister and member of the Baath party 's leadership . -651 2367272 2367026 It was better under Saddam , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would like to convey to Powell . " It was better under Saddam ... The war did nothing for us , " said 28-year-old Mushtaq Talib , a job-seeking army deserter , when asked what message he would give to Powell . -652 42183 42210 Shares of Littleton , Colorado-based EchoStar rose $ 1.63 , or 5.3 percent , to $ 32.26 at 10 : 55 a.m. On Monday , EchoStar ( DISH : news , chart , profile ) shares shrank $ 1.40 , or 4.4 percent , to $ 30.63 . -653 784495 784141 He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " But he also told the House Judiciary Committee the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " -654 1500312 1500289 Among the Group of Seven nations , the leading indicator rose to 119.1 from 118.2 in April . The Group of Seven nations , meanwhile , also saw some improvement , with the leading indicator rising to 119.1 , from April 's 118.2 . -655 1890014 1889885 Mr Kerkorian said : " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents and attractive investment . " " We believe that recent trading prices of MGM 's common stock do not reflect MGM 's full value and that the stock represents an attractive investment , " Kerkorian said in a statement . -656 1318419 1318680 Sen. Richard Shelby , R-Ala . , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation . Sen. Richard Shelby , a Republican from Alabama , chairman of the Senate Banking Committee , wasn 't rushing to endorse the legislation , said committee spokesman Andrew Gray . -657 2257896 2257711 " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue , " the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement . China 's foreign ministry said : " We hope all parties will continue to make efforts and continue the process of dialogue . " -658 1907420 1907308 In an E-mail statement to the Knoxville News Sentinel , Shumaker said , ' ' I am not giving any consideration to resignation . I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . -659 748620 748510 New building hasn 't put any drag on the skyrocketing median home price , up 14.8 percent to $ 364,000 in April from a year ago . New construction has not put a drag on the skyrocketing median home price , which is $ 364,000 in April , up 14.8 percent from a year ago . -660 1268446 1268498 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the euro 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . -661 2405094 2405072 INTEL TODAY disclosed details of its next-generation XScale processor for mobile phones and handheld devices here in San Jose . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . -662 2716543 2716503 News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corp. to publishing house HarperCollins Publishers Ltd . , owns 35 per cent of BSkyB . News Corp. , whose empire spans Hollywood 's Twentieth Century Fox to publishing house HarperCollins , owns 35 percent of BSkyB . -663 3056744 3056769 KEDO Spokesman , Roland Tricot said : " The executive board decided to refer this question to capitals . " The executive board decided to refer this to the capitals , " the Korean Energy Development Organization said . -664 2404779 2404819 " It seems to me you 're trying to protect privacy of theft , " she said to Barr . " It seems to me they are attempting to protect privacy of theft . " -665 1785254 1785242 West Nile Virus -- which is spread through infected mosquitoes -- is potentially fatal . West Nile is a bird virus that is spread to people by mosquitoes . -666 2228916 2228956 As of Friday , the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 1,602 human cases of West Nile so far this year , including 28 deaths . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports there have been 1,602 human cases of West Nile virus nationwide this year and 28 deaths . -667 529554 529492 The company said that based on first-quarter results it expects to earn 90 cents per share for the quarter . The company , based in Winston-Salem , reported first-quarter profit of $ 13.1 million , or 22 cents per share . -668 953777 953743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 7.60 points , or 0.46 percent , at 1,653.62 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > shed 2.38 points , or 0.24 percent , at 995.10 . -669 401945 402086 After that , college President Paul Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . After Hedges ' microphone was unplugged for a second time , Pribbenow told him to wrap up his speech . -670 62786 62543 The statement said Mr Turner transferred 10 million shares of the stock to a charitable trust , which then sold them . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . -671 1457976 1457907 His lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said later that Cuomo " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . -672 1287681 1287716 He allowed two runs in seven innings and struck out six . Zambrano pitched seven innings and allowed two runs on five hits and four walks . -673 1856960 1856922 " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " they announced at a press conference yesterday . " Spending taxpayer dollars to create terrorism betting parlors is as wasteful as it is repugnant , " Wyden and Dorgan said Monday in a letter to the Pentagon . -674 2877244 2877197 A coalition of states petitioned a federal appeals court Thursday in an effort to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . New Jersey was one of eleven states that asked a federal appeals court Thursday to force the Environmental Protection Agency to regulate greenhouse gas emissions . -675 1729704 1729744 The results beat the 54 cents loss per share consensus estimate of 23 analysts polled by Thomson First Call . Analysts had been expecting a net loss of 54 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . -676 2202636 2202785 People with two copies of the mutated gene have double this risk , the researchers said . The risk is doubled for people with two copies of the mutated gene , the researchers said . -677 2902077 2902028 Russian stocks fell after the arrest last Saturday of Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of Yukos Oil , on charges of fraud and tax evasion . The weekend arrest of Russia 's richest man , Mikhail Khodorkovsky , chief executive of oil major YUKOS , on charges of fraud and tax evasion unnerved financial markets . -678 1104700 1104715 " I 'm amazed at the number of people who think there is a silver bullet for security , " Capellas said . " I 'm amazed at how many people think there is a silver bullet for security , " he said . -679 2002876 2003052 State air regulators and two automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . -680 1433591 1433431 " We 've become like total strangers , " Klein quotes him as saying . " We 've become like total strangers , " John told a pal two days before his death . -681 2946635 2946618 " This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " said O 'Neill , who is based in California . This action in no way reduces our commitment to the North American market or changes our long-term plan for growth , " O 'Neill said . -682 759485 759469 Critics say the law violates civil liberties , something House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to . House Judiciary Committee Chairman James Sensenbrenner , R-Wis . , says he is sensitive to civil liberties complaints . -683 3270328 3270370 Forecasters said warnings might go up for Cuba later Thursday . Watches or warnings could be issued for eastern Cuba later on Thursday . -684 3415995 3416057 Staff Sgt. Georg-Andreas Pogany , however , is waiting for that decision in writing . But Staff Sgt. Georg-Andreas Pogany 's military career remains in limbo . -685 2889933 2889907 Negotiators said Friday they made good progress during their latest round of talks on creating a Central American Free Trade Agreement . Negotiators said Friday they made progress during their latest round of free-trade negotiations between the United States and five Central American countries this week in Houston . -686 1921451 1921407 But at age 15 , she had reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . -687 3004566 3004536 Ending the picketing at Ralphs frees up about 18,000 union members . About 70,000 union members are on strike , including about 18,000 Ralphs employees . -688 1922104 1922156 The author is one of several defense experts expected to testify . Spitz is expected to testify later for the defense . -689 2155055 2154890 The program only spreads further when a computer user clicks on the attached program that then secretly mails itself to e-mail addresses on the user 's computer . The program spreads further only when a computer user selects the attached program that then secretly mails itself to e-mail addresses stored in the user 's computer . -690 2475829 2475764 The jawbone is similar to those of other early modern humans found in Africa , the Middle East and later in Europe . Most of their features were similar to those of early humans whose fossils have been found at sites in Africa , the Middle East , and later in Europe . -691 2874753 2874730 " Unlike many early-stage Internet firms , Google is believed to be profitable . The privately held Google is believed to be profitable . -692 1072119 1072566 The bishop told police he thought he had hit a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . Bishop O 'Brien , aged 67 , had told police he thought he had hit a dog or cat . -693 2455734 2455654 Joe Kernan , who had been lieutenant governor for the past seven years , was sworn in as governor after O 'Bannon died Saturday . Kernan , who was O 'Bannon 's lieutenant governor , friend and political partner , was sworn in six hours after O 'Bannon died Saturday . -694 2068468 2068798 The fines are part of failed Republican efforts to force or entice the Democrats to return . Perry said he backs the Senate 's efforts , including the fines , to force the Democrats to return . -695 549254 549373 For the year , it expects sales of $ 94 million and a profit of 26 cents a share from continuing operations . This is an increase from the $ 22.5 million and 5 cents a share previously forecast . -696 2421566 2421460 Researchers found the fossils in a semidesert area of Venezuela , about 250 miles west of Caracas . Phoberomys ' skeleton was unearthed 250 miles west of Caracas , Venezuela . -697 938119 938256 " Just as before , it will be up to the council to decide the direction and the timing of the process . " Just as before , it will be up to the Council to decide the direction and process . -698 1977693 1977631 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . -699 1748344 1748330 Ms. Cripps-Prawak left last Friday , two days after the department introduced a plan to distribute medical marijuana through doctors ' offices . The director of the Office of Medical Access , Cindy Cripps-Prawak , left her job after the department introduced a plan to distribute marijuana through doctors ' offices . -700 1474151 1474190 An injured woman co-worker also was hospitalized and was listed in good condition . A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . -701 113468 113404 Woodley , 44 , died of liver and kidney failure Sunday at a hospital in his native Shreveport , La . , said his niece , Lucy Woodley . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . -702 655501 655394 Grinspun ’ s concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms , according to the newspaper . Ms Grinspun 's concerns came after two emergency room nurses tried to warn doctors at the hospital in mid-May that five family members had SARS-like symptoms . -703 1917198 1917233 MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . Nvidia will take advantage of MediaQ customers , which include such players as Siemens AG , Sharp , Philips , Dell , Mitsubishi and Sony Corp. -704 2067814 2067786 Each hull will cost about $ 1.4 billion , with each fully outfitted submarine costing about $ 2.2 billion , Young said . Each hull produced by the yards will cost about $ 1.4 billion , and the completed submarines will cost about $ 2.2 billion each , Young said . -705 1047951 1048483 " It is safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . -706 1443670 1443641 The report forecasts there will be 71,079 hot spots worldwide this year , up from just 14,752 in 2002 and 1,214 in 2001 . The report also claims that there will be up to 9.3 million visitors to hot spots this year , up again from the meagre 2.5 million in 2002 . -707 1297328 1297355 But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open to further bids and hoped to see bidders interested in individual assets team up . But other sources close to the sale said Vivendi was keeping the door open for further bids in the next day or two . -708 1277464 1277496 Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . And tuition at two-year community colleges jumps $ 300 , or 12 percent , to $ 2,800 . -709 1288358 1288601 The club 's board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , decided against renewing the 52-year-old 's contract . A meeting of the clubs board of directors , chaired by president Florentino Perez , had decided against renewing the 52-year-olds contract as Real Madrid coach . -710 1886 2142 Joining Boston on Monday were the Massachusetts communities of Watertown , Saugus and Framingham . Along with Boston , Watertown , Saugus and Framingham also are going smoke-free Monday . -711 3257025 3257119 Others keep records sealed for as little as five years or as much as 30 . Some states make them available immediately ; others keep them sealed for as much as 30 years . -712 1283865 1284077 In addition , Panther includes FileVault , a new feature that secures the contents of a home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . A new feature dubbed FileVault , also new in Panther , secures the contents of a user 's home directory with 128-bit AES encryption . -713 100420 100323 President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as the top U.S. official overseeing the reconstruction of Iraq . U.S. President George W. Bush said he 's appointed Paul ( Jerry ) Bremer , a security and counter-terrorism expert , as presidential envoy to Iraq . -714 299978 299801 Xcel shares were up 20 cents , to close at $ 14.10 Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Following the news , shares of the power company climbed 20 cents to close at $ 14.10 . -715 547116 547045 Young has 28 days to file a response and ask the NASD for a hearing . Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . -716 784087 784153 " Some of us find the collateral damage greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war , " said Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . Added Rep. Howard Berman , D-Calif . : " Some of us find that the collateral damage is greater than it needs to be in the conduct of this war . " -717 1152817 1152736 " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , and we remain hopeful we can do so , " chief executive Marce Fuller said . " Our strong preference is to achieve a financial restructuring out of court , " Mirant CEO Marce Fuller said in a prepared statement early Friday . -718 518923 518852 However , in the New Jersey case , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit upheld the government by a 2-1 vote . Though a federal judge in New Jersey agreed , a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit disagreed . -719 134211 134172 In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate while at the other end of the scale , only eight percent of women in Niger are literate . In Sweden , 99 percent of women are literate , compared with only 8 percent of women in Niger . -720 1274113 1274208 The officials did not say whether U.S. forces crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian border guards became involved . U.S. officials did not say whether American forces , who were acting on intelligence , crossed into Syrian territory and were vague about how the Syrian guards were involved . -721 3207359 3207332 Urban hospitals have traditionally been reimbursed at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . The federal government has traditionally reimbursed urban hospitals at higher rates on the belief that medical treatment is less expensive in small cities and towns . -722 2172962 2173003 The deal means the original agreement , signed in August 2001 by the two companies , is now extended through 2006 . The original agreement , signed in August 2001 and now extended through 2006 , has enabled both companies to successfully deliver high-availability and high-performance end-to-end data center solutions . -723 367259 367282 The security official 's backup couldn 't fill in because he was on active military duty , Strutt said . The security official 's backup was on active duty , and the lottery association didn 't have a replacement in New Jersey , Strutt said . -724 3010054 3010313 " To have people say we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Thomas quoted Jackson as saying . " To have people say that we did this for the money is foolish and dead wrong , " Raymond Jackson said through the pastor . -725 27662 27632 Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . Apple Computer Inc. said Monday it exceeded record industry expectations by selling more than 1 million songs since the launch of its online music store a week ago . -726 2625130 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qa 'ida for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " -727 921297 921226 It predicted that a 7.0 percent rise to $ 204.9 billion in 2006 would push the industry 's yearly sales slightly past its highest-ever level in in 2000 . It also predicted that a 7.0 per cent rise to $ 204.9bn in 2006 , topping the industry 's yearly sales record set in 2000 . -728 258305 258189 We cannot allow anything like that , and we won 't . " " We cannot , and will not , allow anything of the kind . " -729 3335828 3335771 Other countries and private creditors are owed at least $ 80 billion in addition . Other countries are owed at least $ US80 billion ( $ 108.52 billion ) . -730 84730 84604 The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision is a victory for Secretary of State Colin L. Powell . The Pentagon had hoped to retain control of the postwar effort , so the decision was seen by some insiders as a victory for Powell and the State Department . -731 941673 941978 His hatred for these people had germinated from these discussions and helped cement his belief that violence was the panacea . His hatred had germinated and cemented his belief that violence was the best panacea . -732 356813 356946 He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of the men involved in the attack . He suddenly found himself confronted with dozens of panicked guests and face to face with one of three men who led the attacks . -733 1479864 1479878 Unit volumes also set a record as notebooks accounted for more than 40 percent of sales . In May 2002 , LCDs accounted for only 22 percent of monitor sales . -734 684556 684842 If found guilty , Samudra could be sentenced to death under anti-terror laws passed soon after the bombings . If found guilty , he could be executed under anti-terror laws passed in the weeks after the bombings . -735 1733146 1733209 Counties with population declines will be Vermillion , Posey and Madison . Vermillion , Posey and Madison County populations will decline . -736 2984179 2984223 He 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him one bit . " " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . -737 2019201 2019242 Agents found more than 1,000 credit cards and credit card duplicating machines during a search of Ragin 's address . When Ragin 's address was raided , authorities found more than 1,000 credit cards and duplicating machines . -738 2733800 2733811 Michael Bloomberg , NYC Mayor : " I 'm gonna try march with a number of different groups . " I 'm going to try to march with a number of different groups , " Bloomberg said . -739 1101775 1101764 Gemstar 's shares gathered up 2.6 percent , adding 14 cents to $ 5.49 at the close . Gemstar shares moved higher on the news , closing up 2.6 percent at $ 5.49 on Nasdaq . -740 229245 228845 NBC also is introducing three new dramas , including one starring West Wing fugitive Rob Lowe as a Washington lawyer . Three new dramas , including one starring The West Wing refugee Rob Lowe , will also be on the schedule , NBC announced yesterday . -741 2995466 2995518 A poll showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor had given a boost to his reelection effort against GOP opponent Sam Katz . A poll released this week showed that the FBI bugging of the mayor has given a boost to his re-election effort . -742 2228735 2228855 The survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of commuters use their own car or truck . The Transportation Department survey of 60,000 people , conducted in 2001 and 2002 , found 91 percent of people who commute use their own cars or trucks . -743 1260001 1259905 Brian Lara , the West Indies captain , was unbeaten on 93 at the rain interval while Marlon Samuels was five not out . Lara was unbeaten on 93 when the torrential rain stopped play with Marlon Samuels on five . -744 1756545 1756619 Mr. Bremer said Iran continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction , including Tehran s intelligence service . Mr. Bremer said that Iran , including its intelligence service , continued to interfere in fledgling political reconstruction . -745 2390771 2390861 And of those , 149 , or 55 % , " claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases . " And of those , 55 percent , or 149 , claimed to treat , prevent , diagnose or cure specific diseases -- despite the regulations prohibiting that kind of statement . -746 671146 670997 " PNC regrets its involvement " in the deals , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer James Rohr said in a statement . James Rohr , chairman and chief executive officer , said PNC regretted the incident . -747 3207968 3208048 " If we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism , " he said . This is a hospital that treats everybody as people , and if we could do that throughout the world , we could end terrorism . " -748 2237209 2237181 She says the King County medical examiner 's office has confirmed the remains are human . At 2 : 25 p.m. , the King County medical examiner confirmed the remains were human , Larson said . -749 3372342 3372291 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , 2003 , advanced services lines for ADSL increased by 37 percent and cable modem connections increased by 75 percent . For the 12-month period ending June 30 , high-speed lines installed in homes and businesses increased by 45 percent . -750 1569217 1569131 Hospitals and the Red Cross appealed to blood donors yesterday . The Connecticut Hospital Association joined the Red Cross Monday in calling for more blood donors . -751 3159669 3159725 Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body that promotes blood-vessel growth . Macugen dries up those blood vessels by blocking a protein in the body called vascular endothelial growth factor that promotes blood vessel growth . -752 2467171 2467246 She recently got the endorsement of the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . Moseley Braun has scored endorsements from the National Organization for Women and the National Women 's Political Caucus . -753 3121942 3121918 I think he has to disembrace Putin and put him on notice that he is taking the country in the wrong direction , " Soros said . " President Bush has to put Putin on notice that he is taking Russia in the wrong direction , " Soros said . -754 1803903 1803956 Sen. John Rockefeller , D-W.Va. , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . Senator John D. Rockefeller IV , Democrat of West Virginia , said that provision of the Senate bill undermined a basic tenet of Medicare . -755 271886 271879 The GameCube , which badly underperformed expectations in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft Corp. ' s MSFT.O Xbox . The GameCube , a major disappointment in the last fiscal year , trails both Sony 's PlayStation 2 and Microsoft ' Xbox . -756 801575 801692 Before Thursday 's matinee , Baker called a clubhouse meeting , concerned that the controversy had distracted the Cubs . Baker called a pregame meeting , believing the the corked-bat episode had distracted the team . -757 2964174 2964202 State police said as many as 30 workers were trapped immediately after the garage collapsed . As many as 30 people were believed to be trapped inside initially , the state police said . -758 1822303 1822336 The Bush administration should make public the fact about Saudi Arabia 's complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , lawmakers said Sunday . The Bush administration should make public facts about purported Saudi Arabian complicity with terrorists rather than worry about offending the kingdom , several legislators said yesterday . -759 2029881 2029811 The agent reported his contacts to Texas Department of Public Safety and told officers another legislator , Rep. Gabi Canales , D-Alice , they sought also was in Ardmore . The agent reported his contacts to Texas law enforcement officials and told them another legislator being sought was in Ardmore . -760 2264152 2264194 " These changes may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " the statement continued . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . -761 3261182 3261122 Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , played up the danger and stressed the very grave threat that Britons were under and urged vigilance . Prime Minister Tony Blair , speaking at his monthly news conference , repeated his warning that Britons were under threat and urged vigilance . -762 818465 818357 OPEC producers at a meeting on Wednesday are set to pressure independent oil exporters to contribute to the cartel 's next supply cut to allow for the return of Iraqi oil . OPEC this week is set to pressure independent exporters to back the cartel 's next supply cut to prevent the resumption of Iraqi exports undercutting oil prices . -763 378293 378333 The Democratic governor said the budget passed by the legislature May 9 would reduce or eliminate services to 5,800 developmentally disabled people . The governor said budget cuts in mental health care would cut services to 5,800 developmentally disabled Missourians . -764 629307 628981 " The lies and deceptions from Saddam have been well documented over 12 years . " It has been well documented over 12 years of lies and deception from Saddam . " -765 3082461 3082374 Microsoft Corp. this week is releasing the second in a line of seven Microsoft Office Solution Accelerators for its suite . Microsoft Monday released the second in a planned series of Solution Accelerators for its Office product lineup . -766 387804 388215 Analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech on Monday to a " sell " before the company released its statement on the colon-cancer research . Indeed , analyst Mike King of Banc of America Securities downgraded Genentech yesterday to a " sell " before the company released its colon cancer news . -767 1269483 1269432 The four suspects are scheduled to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , said Philip Murgor , Kenya 's deputy public prosecutor . All four are expected to appear in court Tuesday or Wednesday , he said . -768 3326097 3326180 The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday ruled that an Ohio law banning a controversial late-term abortion method passes constitutional muster and the state can enforce it . An Ohio law that bans a controversial late-term abortion procedure is constitutionally acceptable and the state can enforce it , a federal appeals court ruled yesterday . -769 68094 68260 The case comes out of Illinois and involves a for-profit company called Telemarketing Associates Inc . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . -770 3434277 3434340 Christensen most recently served as VP of Microsoft 's mobile devices division . He most recently served as corporate vice president of Microsoft 's Mobile Devices Marketing Group . -771 2594744 2594823 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 22.25 points , or 2.23 percent , to 1,018.22 , based on the latest available figures . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . -772 3386410 3386438 The camp hosts summer religious retreats for children and other events year-round , according to its Web site . The Saint Sophia Camp hosts religious retreats for children during the summer months as well as other events year round , according to its Web site . -773 1904049 1904263 In Uganda , the Rev Jackson Turyagyenda , an Anglican spokesman , said his church was " very disappointed " . In Uganda , Anglican spokesman Jackson Turyagyenda said the church was " very disappointed " . -774 1697702 1697836 His family and friends said he had travelled to the region for a cultural visit . Family and friends of the west Belfast man insist he was in the West Bank on a " cultural visit " . -775 2878348 2878422 All of a sudden , its like a bullet went through them its like a state of shock . " All of a sudden , it 's like a bullet went through them - it 's like a state of shock . -776 1353348 1353192 On Monday during an annual biotechnology meeting in Washington , President Bush criticized Europe for aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . President Bush on Monday accused Europe of aggravating hunger in Africa by closing its markets to genetically modified food . -777 2689642 2689869 The union had not yet revealed which chain would be targeted . The union said it would reveal later which chain would be targeted . -778 1096757 1096224 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 11.98 points , or 0.72 percent , to 1,680.42 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . -779 1138564 1138655 Casteen has been under pressure from Gov. Mark R. Warner and other state officials to do whatever he could to protect Virginia Tech 's athletic viability . Virginia Gov. Mark R. Warner has been urging other state officials to do whatever they could to protect Virginia Tech 's interests . -780 780192 780120 Intel Corp. narrowed its second-quarter revenue forecast Thursday , saying sales of microprocessors were at the high end of normal while demand for communications chips remained soft . Intel Corp. , the world 's biggest semiconductor maker , narrowed its second-quarter sales forecast as demand for microprocessors is reaching the high end of the company 's expectations . -781 2250098 2250136 He met members of the nation 's biggest business lobby and was quoted as saying he wanted China to adopt flexible trade and foreign exchange policies . Japan 's business lobby quoted Snow as saying he wanted China to be flexible on its trade and foreign exchange policies . -782 2170844 2170942 The subject was scarcely mentioned in his campaign , or in the national security strategy that is his administration 's bible . The subject was scarcely mentioned in his 2000 campaign , or in his administration 's national security strategy . -783 2757181 2757320 " It is about a third of what I owe in the world , " he told reporters . It ain 't coming to me , but it 's only about a third of what I owe in the world . -784 512419 512189 The House barely had the necessary 100 members present for a quorum . A hundred House members are needed for a quorum . -785 3385872 3385842 The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for 10,410 pounds of beef slaughtered Dec. 9 at Vern 's Moses Lake Meat Co. in Moses Lake , Wash . The Agriculture Department already has issued a recall for beef slaughtered along with the infected cow Dec. 9 at a meat company in Moses Lake , Wash . -786 2562801 2562827 " The SEC believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the commission said in the suit . " The commission 's staff believes that Lay has personal knowledge of several matters under investigation , " the SEC said . -787 3037512 3037559 Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . -788 385625 385708 Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests where portions of projects meant to reduce the fire threat were tied up in appeals . Huge fires in Arizona and Colorado scorched forests in areas where thinning projects had meant to reduce the fire threat , but were tied up in appeals , Bush said . -789 1830919 1830841 " Each institution helped Enron mislead its investors by characterizing what were essentially loan proceeds as cash from operating activities , " the SEC said in a statement . The SEC said each bank helped Enron mislead investors by characterizing " what were essentially loan proceeds " as cash from operating activities . -790 867760 867720 When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , Perez said the officers dragged him across the ground . When Olvera-Carrera was moved to the bus , the officers dragged his paralyzed body across the ground , Perez said . -791 3214302 3214273 The MTA will not discuss the matter because of pending litigation . MTA spokeswoman Marisa Baldeo Sunday night declined to discuss the matter because of the pending litigation . -792 2961878 2961787 " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud , " prosecutor Samuel Buell told the Associated Press . " Enron company executives engaged in widespread and pervasive fraud to manipulate the company 's earnings results , " Buell said . -793 3048783 3048746 It features clasped hands and a peace pipe overlapping a hatchet . Above the clasped hands is a tomahawk crossed by a peace pipe , signifying peace . -794 2565307 2565144 The industry 's largest association is urging its members not call the more than 50 million home and cellular numbers on the list . Meantime , the Direct Marketing Association said its members should not call the nearly 51 million numbers on the list . -795 1720114 1720165 This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in children aged three and four . This study 's researchers , from the Institute of Child Development of the University of Minnesota , had earlier found the same pattern in 3- and 4-year-olds . -796 2419549 2419617 Dusty had battled kidney cancer for more than a year . Dusty had surgery for cancer in 2001 and had a kidney removed . -797 1018728 1018788 Shares of SCO closed at $ 10.93 , down 28 cents , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . -798 1836337 1836371 He presented the map at last week 's Sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . Feldman presented the most recent findings and the new map Friday at the sixth International Conference on Mars in Pasadena , Calif . -799 2112937 2113133 " This is an easy case in my view and wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Judge Denny Chin scoffed . -800 1079378 1079355 Graham is expected to be nominated and elected to a second one-year term today and will deliver the presidential address . Later Tuesday , Graham was expected to be re-elected for a second one-year term . -801 1513800 1513827 The injured passenger at John Peter Smith Hospital died later Friday morning , Jones said . The injured passenger at John Peter Smith died later in the morning ; his name has not been released , Jones said . -802 3225824 3225676 Enter Miami Police Chief John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " who repeatedly classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorize and vandalize our city . " Enter the Miami police chief , John Timoney , an avowed enemy of activist " punks " , who classified FTAA opponents as " outsiders coming in to terrorise and vandalise our city " . -803 2254228 2254323 The weather service reported maximum sustained winds of nearly 105 miles an hour with stronger gusts . Maximum sustained winds were around 40 mph , with stronger gusts . -804 191501 191536 On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . Taiwan reported 22 new cases , for a total of 360 with 13 deaths . -805 1467951 1467932 The updated products include Pylon Pro , Pylon Conduit , Pylon Anywhere , and Pylon Application Server . The new products on the desktop side include the latest versions of Pylon Conduit and Pylon Pro . -806 1476228 1476171 Malvo , 18 , will go on trial Nov. 10 for the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church , Va . Malvo , 18 , is charged in the fatal shooting of FBI analyst Linda Franklin outside a Home Depot store in Falls Church . -807 2205262 2205241 No. 2 HP saw its Unix server sales dropped 3.6 percent to $ 1.36 billion . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . -808 550075 550083 Misfeldt agreed to pay $ US346,807 in allegedly ill-gotten gains and $ US111,595 in interest . Mr. Misfeldt agreed to surrender $ 346,807 in trading profits and $ 111,595 in interest . -809 612895 612938 Penn Traffic a week ago disclosed that it was considering filing for bankruptcy , among other options . That began on May 21 , after Penn Traffic announced it was considering bankruptcy . -810 673481 673708 The software giant announced at its company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas that two key products will enter customer testing . At the company-sponsored TechEd conference in Dallas , Microsoft executives will announce that two key products will enter customer testing this U.S. summer . -811 788914 789158 Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but Central Command sent hundreds who ran the war back home to Tampa , Florida . As Sayliyah was the command base for the Iraq war , but hundreds who ran the war have returned to the United States . -812 555526 555584 Quinn was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armor Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . -813 267 222 Tornadoes tore through Kansas , Missouri and other states in the Midwest , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . Tornadoes continue to tear across the U.S. Midwest after ripping through six states , killing as many as 29 people , the Associated Press reported . -814 3355582 3355740 The magazine glorifies the soldiers but not necessarily the Bush administration , which put them in Iraq . The magazine glorifies soldiers but not the Bush administration for putting them in Iraq , calling troops the bright sharp instrument of a blunt policy . -815 939906 939937 The nation 's largest retailer has told its 100 top suppliers they have to start using electronic tags on all pallets of goods by Jan. 25 , 2005 . Wal-Mart has told its top 100 suppliers that they 'll need to have radio-frequency ID systems in place for tracking pallets of goods through the supply chain by Jan. 25 , 2005 . -816 689960 690081 Only New Jersey now bans holders of learners permits or intermediate licenses from using cell phones , pagers or other wireless devices while driving . In addition , the NTSB also recommended to NHTSA that state legislation be enacted to prohibit holders of learners permits and intermediate licenses from using mobile phones while driving . -817 124308 124218 State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the state Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , seemed perfectly happy to make it a political fight . State Democratic Chairman Herman Farrell , who is also chairman of the Assembly 's Ways and Means Committee , supports the Legislature 's budget plan . -818 2874558 2874449 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.7 per cent to 9,547.43 while the S & P 500 was 0.8 per cent weaker at 1,025.79 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > fell 44 points , or 0.46 percent , to 9,568 . -819 3285256 3285386 Its maker , MedImmune Inc . , based in Gaithersburg , made 4 million to 5 million doses this year . MedImmune Vaccines , the maker of FluMist , made between 4 million and 5 million doses this year . -820 246508 246576 Michael W. Stout , 56 , was named executive vice president and chief information officer . The third appointment was to a new job , executive vice president and chief staff officer . -821 490035 490018 UBS Warburg added to pressure on tobacco stocks by downgrading Altria to neutral from buy based on valuation . UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . -822 872655 872435 JetBlue shares slipped nearly 5 percent Tuesday morning on the Nasdaq Stock Market in New York after the deal was announced . JetBlue shares fell $ 1.86 , or 5.4 percent , to $ 32.75 in late morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market after the deal was announced . -823 2505004 2504879 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade yesterday warned Australians to defer all nonessential travel to Indonesia because of reports of planned terrorist attacks . The Department of Foreign Affairs yesterday updated its travel warning on Indonesia , recommending all non-essential travel be deferred because of concerns that more terrorist attacks were planned . -824 279643 279573 " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now . " " In my mind this is not an issue on the horizon right now , " he was quoted as saying . -825 2208492 2208543 The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . The University of Michigan plans to release a new undergraduate admissions policy Thursday after its acceptance requirements were rejected by the U.S. Supreme Court in June . -826 2252343 2252300 The only other person who had not been accounted for Sunday was a man from Fort Worth , Texas . Another person , a man from Fort Worth , Texas , also was missing . -827 1799420 1798978 And they ordered state troopers to prevent camera crews from filming Private Lynch outside her home . They ordered state troopers to close the roads leading to her home after her motorcade passed , to prevent camera crews from pursuing her . -828 896421 896361 Waksal , in a letter to the court , said : " I tore my family apart . In seeking leniency , Waksal apologized to the court , his employees and his family . -829 2410405 2410370 " There is nothing Rob Furst did in any way that was not abetted and approved by senior officials at Merrill Lynch . " " There is nothing that Rob Furst did that was not vetted and approved by senior individuals at Merrill . " -830 161728 161959 E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic ``paper ' ' for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications -- even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . -831 2112310 2112366 But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups tagged the state as deficient under the federal No Child Left Behind act . But the inadequate performance of students in various subgroups , such as race , pushed the state onto the needs-improvement list under the federal No Child Left Behind Act . -832 498380 498314 Officials involved in the Howard project rejected the idea that it could harm black people . Officials involved in the Howard library rejected the idea of harming African-Americans . -833 921754 921808 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 12.64 points , or 1.28 percent , to 997.48 . The Standard & Poor 's Oil and Gas Exploration Index < .GSPOILP > was up 3.6 percent . -834 1418704 1418912 I felt like it was a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " Stanford said . " I thought it was going to be a special day , but I didn 't want to get ahead of myself , " she said . -835 1924472 1924385 Captain Robert Ramsey of the US 1st Armoured Division said a truck had exploded outside the building about 11am , and that one of the compound 's outer walls had collapsed . Captain Robert Ramsey of US 1St Armored Division said a truck had exploded outside the building at around 11 am . -836 1125872 1125887 WORLD No. 2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused the Association of Tennis Professionals of malice , including an alleged attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . World No.2 Lleyton Hewitt has accused his professional peers of long-standing malice , including an attempt last year to dupe him into refusing a drug test . -837 1396925 1396739 Along with chipmaker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , IBM Corp. , Gateway Inc. and Nokia Corp. Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . -838 1171278 1171385 Express Scripts ESRX.O shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . -839 1559205 1559117 John Jacoby , the fire department 's battalion chief , arrived . Fire Chief John Jacoby arrived , joining Moriarty at the top of the embankment . -840 2562633 2562646 Benchmark Treasury 10-year notes gained 17 / 32 , yielding 4.015 percent . The benchmark 10-year note was recently down 17 / 32 , to yield 4.067 percent . -841 2453621 2453824 Nationwide , there have been 4,416 cases with 84 deaths , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 's Friday tally . This year there have been 4,416 confirmed cases of West Nile virus nationwide with 20 in Missouri , according to the Centers for Disease Control . -842 221459 221354 The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . Monday 's three-count indictment replaces a criminal complaint filed by prosecutors on April 23 . -843 2500731 2500631 Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal the ruling in state court and perhaps in U.S. District Court . Defense attorney William Rork said he thought Walker would ask him to appeal Parrish 's ruling to a higher state court and perhaps U.S. District Court . -844 3092820 3093119 " There are a number of locations in our community , which are essentially vulnerable , " Mr Ruddock said . " There are a range of risks which are being seriously examined by competent authorities , " Mr Ruddock said . -845 835284 835420 At least 11 more cases in Indiana and three in Illinois are suspected . There ’ s also at least three suspected cases in Illinois and 11 in Indiana . -846 2652307 2652187 The high court will hear arguments Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the ADA for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Wednesday on whether companies can be sued under the Americans with Disabilities Act for refusing to rehire rehabilitated drug users . -847 1769142 1769127 Merck also on Monday affirmed plans to spin off Medco to shareholders in the third quarter . Merck plans to spin off all the shares of Medco to company shareholders in the third quarter . -848 3116919 3116804 Joining Stern and McEntee on stage was International Union of Painters and Allied Trades President James Williams . The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades endorsed Mr Dean several weeks ago . -849 3120430 3120204 At this writing , the fate of Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore hangs precariously in the hands of the states court of the judiciary . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . -850 612902 612936 Penn Traffic 's stock closed at 36 cents per share on Wednesday on Nasdaq , up two cents . Penn Traffic stock closed Wednesday at 36 cents , up 2 cents , or 6.2 percent , from Tuesday 's close . -851 3044479 3044664 They said they had concluded that the film failed " to present a balanced portrayal " of the Reagans . CBS said the show " does not present a balanced portrayal of the Reagans for CBS and its audience . -852 3085418 3085482 Its chief executive , Lawrence J. Lasser , resigned under pressure last Monday . On Monday , Putnam said chief executive Lawrence J. Lasser had resigned . -853 935356 935814 Rusch has also allowed five or more earned runs in each of his last three starts . Redman has allowed two earned runs or less in six of his nine starts . -854 191147 190926 Lacy 's last column , filed from the hospital , appeared in Friday 's editions . Lacy 's last column appeared in Friday 's edition of The Afro . -855 969268 969512 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gave up 11.91 points , or 1.19 percent , at 986.60 . -856 2293452 2293335 The weakness exists in the way that VBA looks at the properties of documents passed to it when the document is opened by a host application . The vulnerability exists in the way Microsoft 's Visual Basic for Applications checks document properties passed to it when a document is opened . -857 1469634 1469628 According to reports , Knight allegedly punched a parking attendant outside a Los Angeles nightclub . He was arrested last week for allegedly punching a parking attendant outside a nightclub in LA . -858 218865 218943 Parsons holds engineering degrees from the University of Mississippi and the University of Central Florida . He received a master 's in engineering management in 1991 from the University of Central Florida . -859 3264487 3264279 The findings appear in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . The results are to be published in Wednesday 's issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association . -860 433401 433483 Others with such a status are Egypt , Israel , and Australia . Nations like Israel and Australia already have such status . -861 3215697 3215805 " But unfortunately we find that attacks on Iraqis have increased . " " But unfortunately we have found that attacks against Iraqis have increased , " he added . -862 862166 862139 The Bush administration said Monday it will propose a rule change allowing governors to seek exemptions from a policy blocking road-building in remote areas of national forests . The Bush administration wants to let governors seek exemptions from a ban on mining , drilling and logging in one-third of the national forests . -863 1334494 1334313 This Wednesday , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot day , June 25 , 1876 . Today , June 25 , the 127th anniversary of Custer 's defeat , formal recognition is coming to the Indian warriors who prevailed that hot June day in 1876 . -864 1605217 1605529 After 10 years of debate , the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . That 's about to change , now that the government is requiring food labels to reveal exact levels of the artery clogger . -865 129775 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 4.77 , or 0.5 percent , to 929.62 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . -866 683098 683086 The witness , a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant with criminal convictions for dishonesty , was paid 10,000 by the News of the World . The witness was a 27-year-old Kosovan parking attendant , who was paid by the News of the World , the court heard . -867 2841042 2841352 Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. Gerry Cashman appeared last evening at the home near Finch Ave. and Hwy . 404 . Although sex crimes Det.-Sgt. Dave Perry is in command of the case , homicide Det.-Sgt. Gerry Cashman appeared last night at the Finch Ave.-Hwy. 404 area home . -868 969653 969187 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 58.69 points , or 0.64 percent , at 9,137.86 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . -869 2007775 2007675 " The day may come when courts properly can and should declare the ultimate sanction to be unconstitutional in all cases , " Wolf wrote . " The day may come , " Judge Wolf continued , " when a court properly can and should declare the ultimate sanction to be unconstitutional in all cases . -870 2760412 2760363 Excluding the charges , analysts , on average , expected a loss of 11 cents a share . Analysts polled by Thomson Financial First Call had been expected to see a loss of about 11 cents a share from continuing operations . -871 221084 221029 Montreal-based Bombardier 's Class B shares rose 6 Canadian cents to C $ 3.80 in Toronto on Friday . Bombardier 's class B shares were up 13 Canadian cents or 3.2 percent at C $ 3.93 on the Toronto Stock Exchange late Monday morning . -872 264040 263934 Snow made his comments to Reuters on Friday but they were embargoed until Tuesday . Snow 's interview was conducted on Friday but embargoed until Tuesday . -873 2672787 2672875 At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings in Gaithersburg , Md . , on Tuesday and Wednesday , with experts and activists lining up on each side . At least 150 people are scheduled to testify at the hearings next week , with experts and activists lining up on both sides . -874 283605 283688 The mock explosion , the first event in the drill , occurred in a car in industrial south Seattle . The mock explosion of a radioactive " dirty bomb , " the first event in the weeklong drill , occurred on several acres in the south Seattle industrial area . -875 58974 58799 He playfully chided the Senate 's " little bitty tax relief plan . " We don 't need a little bitty tax relief plan . -876 130088 130000 It closed Tuesday at its highest level since last June . On Tuesday , the S & P 500 rose to its highest since early December . -877 508365 508460 " The hard-core fans came out for Reloaded and then moved on , " says John Shaw of the box office tracking firm Movieline International . " The casting was a big key , " says John Shaw of box office firm Movieline International . -878 1219326 1219390 From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " Playwright George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? -879 1462783 1462738 Pollack said the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . -880 3256831 3256720 Prosecutors did an about-face in May and asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of Conner Peterson 's autopsy report favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . They asked that the autopsy reports be unsealed after portions of the autopsy report on Peterson 's unborn son that were favorable to the defense were leaked to the media . -881 2380347 2380299 In the latest top-level shuffle at CNN , Teya Ryan is leaving her post as general manager of U.S. programming , the network announced . In CNN 's latest move to rejuvenate ratings , the network has ousted Teya Ryan , general manager of U.S. programming . -882 1995575 1995509 " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told television reporters in Soweto . " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . -883 3225453 3225105 Judge Leroy Millette Jr. can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole when Muhammad is formally sentenced Feb. 12 , but Virginia judges rarely take such action . Though the judge can reduce the punishment to life in prison without parole , experts say Virginia judges rarely take that opportunity . -884 1947223 1946989 With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old nuclear crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing is slated to visit South Korea from August 13 to 15 . With diplomacy heating up in the nearly 10-month-old crisis , Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing flies to Japan on Sunday en route to South Korea on August 13 . -885 1757283 1757308 So far , they have searched Pennsylvania , Ohio , Michigan , Illinois and Indiana , authorities in those state said . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . -886 1808889 1808862 Besides battling its sales slump , Siebel also has been sparring with some investors upset about huge stock option windfalls company managers have pocketed . Besides a sales slump , Siebel is sparring with some shareholders over management stock option windfalls . -887 1934804 1934970 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the team at New Mexico for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . " -888 261658 261770 Pascal Lamy , the EU ’ s Trade Commissioner , insisted : “ The EU ’ s regulatory system for GM goods authorisation is in line with WTO rules . " The EU regulatory system for GM authorisation is in line with WTO rules : it is clear , transparent and non-discriminatory . -889 1917209 1917198 Customers include Mitsubishi , Siemens , DBTel , Dell , HP , Palm , Philips , Sharp , and Sony . MediaQ 's customers include major handheld makers Mitsubishi , Siemens , Palm , Sharp , Philips , Dell and Sony . -890 356719 356779 Mr Sahel said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-strong cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks on Saturday . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . -891 1097469 1097432 Boeing said the final agreement is expected to be signed during the next few weeks . The Korean Air deal is expected to be finalized " in the next several weeks , " Boeing spokesman Bob Saling said . -892 1383727 1383455 A cost analysis is under way , said Michael Rebell , CFE 's executive director . " We 're not looking for a Robin Hood remedy , " said Michael Rebell , the campaign 's executive director . -893 134822 134511 Bond bulls would like the Fed to recognize that risks are biased toward economic weakness . The Fed also said the risks to the economy were biased toward weakness . -894 1756866 1757157 In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit card theft . In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . -895 2410088 2410144 Five-year notes US5YT = RR rose 6 / 32 in price for a yield of 3.08 percent , down from 3.12 percent late on Tuesday . Five-year notes US5YT = RR added 2 / 32 to give a yield of 3.10 percent from 3.12 percent . -896 2226071 2226418 The women said those rape victims who did come forward were routinely punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgement , prompting most victims to remain silent . The women said victims of rape who came forward routinely were punished for minor infractions while their assailants escaped judgment . -897 686191 686680 At least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday , police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement . Police spokesman Wayne Bvudzijena said in a statement that at least 154 people , most of them opposition activists or officials , were arrested across the country Monday . -898 1506823 1506887 Lesser rewards of $ 15 million each were offered for the same information about his sons , Uday and Qusay . Similar rewards were offered for his two sons and lieutenants , Uday and Qusay . -899 610530 610589 " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient , " said Ari Fleischer , the White House press secretary . " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaeda are insufficient , " Fleischer said . -900 276517 276503 " They drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away , " he said on Sunday . " What they are doing right now is they drive around in their cars , while people are being killed 500 metres away . -901 3365018 3364781 " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting , " said the foreman , Jim Wolfcale , a 41-year-old minister . Jim Wolfcale , the jury foreman and a minister , said , " This case was both mentally challenging and emotionally exhausting . " -902 1693258 1693211 United hasn 't set a starting date for the unit , known within the Chicago-based company as Starfish . Starfish is United 's second attempt at a low-cost unit within the larger company . -903 3417159 3417350 Vial estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the pass through the Siskiyou Mountains was closed Sunday night . John Vial , district manager for the Oregon Department of Transportation , estimated that 250 to 500 vehicles were stranded overnight after the Siskiyou Pass was closed Sunday night . -904 1312090 1312303 They said they only wanted to entertain people and win the best float prize and were fired for exercising their free-speech rights . They said they only wanted to be entertaining and win the a prize and were fired for exercising free-speech rights . -905 2548947 2548991 " This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " Nintendo R & D general manager Satoru Okada said in a statement . This is one of the most important solutions for portable gaming , " said Satoru Okada , general manager of Nintendo 's research and engineering department . -906 885713 885612 " It is wasting both water and money , " Ortega said Tuesday . " It 's a waste of water and money , " said Adan Ortega , a Metropolitan vice president . -907 2501070 2501020 The United States says 1,882 Americans remain listed as missing in action and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War . America says 1,882 of its service personnel are listed as missing in action and unaccounted for . -908 596187 596162 Intel spokesman Dan Francisco said the chip maker is looking into the issue , but declined to elaborate . Intel spokesman Daniel Francisco said the company " is looking into the problem " identified by Nortel , but he declined to provide any details . -909 758885 758953 Feith said people have misconstrued the purpose of the small intelligence review team he assembled in October 2001 . Feith said critics have misrepresented the work of the special intelligence group he set up in October 2001 . -910 1037070 1037058 Also in the majority were Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day O 'Connor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices John Paul Stevens , Sandra Day OConnor , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen Breyer agreed with Souter . -911 3003058 3002971 Netanyahu and his advisers say the changes are necessary to permit Israel to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . -912 1200551 1200491 Treasuries were dragged lower on Friday as shorter-dated debt was roiled by conflicting reports on the likelihood of an aggressive easing in U.S. interest rates . Treasury prices slouched lower on Friday as conflicting messages on the prospects of an aggressive cut in U.S. interest rates left some investors nursing losses and a grudge . -913 699859 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 14.35 points , or 0.89 percent , at 1,617.91 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . -914 2388841 2388955 " What can I say to you ? " he told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . Mr. Powell told a crowd at a cemetery with a thousand headstones , many of them marking the graves of entire families . -915 2518638 2518552 But the Quartet is divided three-to-one , the United States against the rest , on the question of whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . But quartet members are divided 3-1 , the United States against the rest , on whether they should treat Arafat as the representative of the Palestinian people . -916 571573 572108 Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen told her she volunteered at Ground Zero after the attack . Kaichen 's former landlord , Carol Halperin of Chappaqua , said Kaichen claimed to have volunteered at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the attack . -917 1045708 1045746 The American women , who are defending champions , will play in Philadelphia on Sept . 25 and conclude group competition in Columbus on Sept . 28 . The U.S. women , who are defending champions , will play on Sept . 25 in Philadelphia and conclude group competition on Sept . 28 in Columbus , Ohio . -918 2548466 2548379 VeriSign introduced its Site Finder service on Sept . 15 . The battle around VeriSign " s three-week-old Site Finder service rages on . -919 356819 356952 When the bomb exploded at the Casa de España , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo . At the Casa de Espaa , customers were eating dinner and playing bingo when a bomb went off . -920 690579 690843 I 'm never going to forget this day . I am never going to forget this throughout my life . " -921 3285323 3285347 Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of a handful of companies that still make the flu vaccine . Aventis , based in Strasbourg , France , is one of the leading producers of the vaccine and one of a handful of companies that still make it . -922 893926 894135 The Labor Day race for Fontana has gained momentum since the series visited the Speedway for the Auto Club California 500 last April . The push to schedule a Labor Day race at California Speedway has gained momentum since the series visited the race track for the Auto Club California 500 in April . -923 2345492 2345576 To date , 152 communities and the legislatures of Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont have approved resolutions condemning the act . About 150 local governments , including those of Carrboro , Alaska , Hawaii and Vermont , have approved similar resolutions . -924 986604 986929 The warning was the most serious the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . It would be most serious warning since the 15-nation bloc has sent Iran since they began negotiating a trade and cooperation agreement late last year . -925 1055255 1054938 London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters : " We condemn this raid , which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable . " " We condemn this raid which is in our view illegal and morally and politically unjustifiable , " London-based NCRI official Ali Safavi told Reuters by telephone . -926 919802 919940 That comment undercut his remarks in an interview on Tuesday that the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . His comments diluted remarks reported in an interview on Tuesday saying the ECB had not exhausted its ammunition for rate cuts . -927 1629440 1629411 The committee was appointed by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under orders from Congress . The public hearing is the second for the panel created by Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld under pressure from Congress . -928 13714 13893 In two weeks , he 'll probably send out Peace Rules in the Preakness . Frankel said Peace Rules will run in the Preakness Stakes on May 17 . -929 81231 81444 On Friday , the U.S. Department of Labour reported that the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . Those numbers showed the U.S. economy shed another 48,000 jobs in April , while the jobless rate jumped to 6 per cent . -930 1550449 1550546 At a press conference Thursday , the group claimed it had obtained 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , although the petitions have no legal effect . Opponents said they had 1.1 million signatures on petitions opposing the recall , though those petitions would have no legal effect . -931 490013 490501 The American Stock Exchange biotech index .BTK surged 5 percent . The Philadelphia Stock Exchange 's semiconductor index .SOXX jumped 6.10 percent . -932 490006 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 164 points , or 1.91 percent , to 8,765.38 , brushing its highest levels since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . -933 3099585 3099597 The study also found that consumer goods advertisers continued to spend the most dollars online , representing 35 % of all Web advertising . In the second quarter , consumer advertisers continued to spend the most online , slightly increasing their share . -934 1588250 1588119 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index rose 3.42 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,007.84 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . -935 238217 238191 A fifth member of the " Lackawanna Six , " young Yemeni-American men accused of training at an al-Qaida terrorist camp , pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . A fifth member of an alleged terrorist sleeper cell in a Buffalo suburb pleaded guilty Monday to supporting terrorism . -936 2630841 2630710 Another big gainer was Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) , which shot 32 percent higher . Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . -937 2046155 2046135 " We are expending all available resources toward the investigation , " said Assistant U.S. Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counterterrorism prosecutor in Seattle . " We are aware of the situation , " said Assistant US Attorney Todd Greenberg , a counter-terrorism prosecutor in Seattle . -938 1390382 1390347 The impact of these shortages , U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday , " will touch virtually every American . " The U.S. administration cranked up concerns of impending natural gas shortages yesterday , a supply crunch that officials said " will touch virtually every American . " -939 332716 332382 The U.S. State Department travel warning said the threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya and includes Nairobi . " The threat to aircraft by terrorists using shoulder-fired missiles continues in Kenya , including Nairobi , " it said . -940 240349 240386 Lawyers and others familiar with the federal investigation say it remains focused on Campbell , though prosecutors declined to discuss the probe . While federal prosecutors refuse to discuss the investigation , lawyers and others familiar with it say it remains focused on Campbell . -941 1462692 1462504 Wal-Mart , the nation 's largest private employer , has expanded its anti-discrimination policy to protect gay and lesbian employees , company officials said Tuesday . Wal-Mart Stores Inc . , the nation 's largest private employer , will now include gays and lesbians in its anti-discrimination policy , company officials said Wednesday . -942 1536272 1536229 She was 26 then , and a friend tipped her to another position and told her whom to call . Westermayer was 26 then , and a friend and former manager who knew she was unhappy in her job tipped her to another position . -943 177077 176977 If successful , the " Muses-C " will be the first probe to make a two-way trip to an asteroid . If successful , it will be the first to bring back a rock sample from an asteroid , Kawaguchi said . -944 1042503 1042400 The first of those discussions is expected to get under way in the next three to five months . We hope to have the first of these discussions within the next three to five months . " -945 3098063 3098011 The support will come as a free software upgrade called WebVPN for current customers that have support contracts . The upgrade will be available as a free download for current customers with SmarNet support in January 2004 . -946 428383 428434 A bill that would have fully legalized marijuana for medical purposes in Connecticut was narrowly defeated in the House of Representatives on Wednesday . A move to legalize marijuana for medical use was defeated yesterday in the state House of Representatives , 79-64 . -947 2653985 2653948 Terri Schiavo , 39 , suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack 13 years ago . She suffered severe brain damage following a heart attack in 1990 . -948 1629891 1629387 I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brigadier General Taco Gilbert , the school 's former number two officer . I never blamed a victim , I never punished a victim , ' ' said Brig. Gen. Taco Gilbert , the school 's former No. 2 officer . -949 1157432 1157403 " If they want to replace 11i with PeopleSoft , now that would make sense . " To replace Oracle 11.9 with PeopleSoft--that would be a move that makes sense . " -950 1012647 1012032 Dixon was otherwise the class of the field at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . -951 1464799 1464834 Simon shares Tuesday closed up 42 cents , or about 1 percent , at $ 39.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . Simon Property 's shares rose 42 cents to $ 39.45 at the close of New York Stock Exchange trading Tuesday . -952 2333026 2333112 While waiting for a bomb squad to arrive , the bomb exploded , killing Wells . The bomb exploded while authorities waited for a bomb squad to arrive . -953 1465159 1465425 Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2 1 / 2 servings . For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . -954 2762932 2763294 Sabri Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate yesterday on charges of violating U.S. arms-control laws . The elder Yakou , an Iraqi native who is a legal U.S. resident , appeared before a federal magistrate Wednesday on charges of violating U.S. arms control laws . -955 1686095 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . -956 1559232 1559136 Sliding down the ice , Moriarty and Carella hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . Sliding down the embankment , the two rescuers hit the spongy , rocky floor of the river and immediately felt the pull . -957 798702 798520 Waksal has pleaded guilty to securities fraud and is to be sentenced next week . Waksal pleaded guilty to insider trading charges last year , and he is scheduled to be sentenced June 10 . -958 495194 495219 But skeptics are concerned about the ease with which vendors can use these hardware-based security features to set digital rights management policies . But skeptics are concerned about the ease at which these hardware-based security features could be used to set digital rights management policies by vendors . -959 1144182 1144129 Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . In a news release Thursday , Strayhorn said this was the first time a comptroller rejected a budget . -960 615871 615961 The company added , " until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side . " " Until more facts are presented , Lindows.com will not take a position as to the validity of the claims presented by either side , " Lindows said in a statement . -961 1669281 1669232 U.S. Wireless restated its financial results when fraud was uncovered , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss to $ 17 million from $ 11 million . After the fraud was discovered , San Ramon-based U.S. Wireless restated its financial results , increasing its fiscal year 2000 loss from $ 11.4 million to $ 17.7 million . -962 2250251 2250205 " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply , " said Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase . Junya Tanase , forex strategist at JP Morgan Chase , said " I expect Japan to keep conducting intervention , but the volume is likely to fall sharply . " -963 1782592 1782249 The valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be collected and turned in to county election officials by Sept . 2 . To force a recall election of Davis , the valid signatures of 897,158 registered California voters must be turned in to election officials . -964 3286327 3286227 But Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said : ' ' Mention the word prohibition and everyone knows what happened there . Forest , the Freedom Organisation for the Right to Enjoy Smoking Tobacco , said it had greeted The Lancet 's call with " amusement and disbelief ' " . -965 1837885 1838251 Dotson was arrested July 21 after calling 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . Authorities picked up Dotson on July 21 after he called 911 , saying he needed help because he was hearing voices , authorities said . -966 2833658 2833706 After his retirement , Foley served as assistant secretary of energy for defense programs under President Ronald Reagan . After retiring , he was appointed assistant secretary of energy for defense programs by then-President Ronald Reagan in 1985 . -967 2942579 2942542 Still , the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product , Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said . But Merrill Lynch analyst Steven Milunovich said the " somewhat ambiguous ruling " by regulators might be a setback for Static Control depending on how it developed its competing product . -968 1868647 1868598 According to Tuesday 's report , consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favourable than a month earlier . Consumers ' assessment of current conditions was less favorable than last month . -969 1353352 1353193 Barbini said the union may reach a compromise with the United States but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry successfully fought here . Barbini said the EU may reach a compromise but it wants a system for labeling such foods , something the industry has resisted . -970 3273136 3273222 " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said , asked to explain the flooding that keeps ravaging the southeast . " It seems clear the climate is changing , " he said when asked to explain flooding that has ravaged this part of southeast France two years in succession . -971 1669253 1669208 Hilsenrath was also indicted on 33 counts of wire fraud , which each carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison , a $ 250,000 fine and restitution . Each of those counts carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine plus restitution . -972 2742787 2742873 Revenue rose 3.9 percent , to $ 1.63 billion from $ 1.57 billion . The McLean , Virginia-based company said newspaper revenue increased 5 percent to $ 1.46 billion . -973 3289371 3289359 In September , Hewlett-Packard signed a development and marketing deal with the company . Four months later it signed a joint marketing agreement with Hewlett-Packard Co . -974 2565078 2565463 Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . Under the law , telemarketers who call numbers on the list can be fined up to $ 11,000 for each violation . -975 1488446 1488424 AFTRA members approved the merger by a vote of 75.88 % to 24.12 % . AFTRA , on the other hand , approved the merger by a whopping 75 percent . -976 1716177 1716086 Two of them are on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . Begg and Abbasi feature on an initial list of six detainees who could be tried by the military tribunal . -977 1334303 1334069 The dead cavalry have been honored for more than a century with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . The dead cavalrymen are honored with a hilltop granite obelisk and white headstones . -978 2338162 2337960 Under the new pricing scheme , Universal would lower its wholesale price on a CD to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . The company said it would cut the wholesale price of most top-line CDs to $ 9.09 from $ 12.02 . -979 2186854 2186909 They boy 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , 33 , said yesterday he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . Terrance 's father , Terrance Cottrell Sr. , told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Monday that he wants everyone involved in his son 's death to be held responsible . -980 368271 368005 The two companies said PowderJect 's strong U.S. position would complement Chiron 's European presence . PowderJect 's strong U.S. position will complement Chiron 's European presence , analysts said . -981 2141812 2141906 Higher courts have ruled that the tablets broke the constitutional separation of church and state . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . -982 747199 747455 The interest rate sensitive two year Schatz yield was down 5.8 basis points at 1.99 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . -983 2746767 2746373 It represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture . " " This case represents an important opportunity to put a halt to a national effort aimed at removing any religious phrase or reference from our culture , " Sekulow said . -984 1615615 1615714 The new sensor -- dubbed CANARY for ' ' cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields ' ' -- hijacks this natural process with two important changes . The team has named the sensor Canary , for cellular analysis and notification of antigen risks and yields . -985 411079 411090 Started on Christmas Day in 1931 , the Met 's matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . Started on Christmas Day in 1931 with Humperdinck 's " Hansel and Gretel , " the Met matinee broadcasts have introduced opera to millions of people around the world . -986 1013865 1013870 Guidant said it will continue to ship the product and provide support to doctors and patients through October 2003 . Guidant officials said Monday that Menlo Park , Calif.-based Endovascular would continue to ship the device and provide support to patients until October . -987 2464935 2464876 The boy also sprayed the room full of retardant from fire extinguishers , which made it hard to see , the chief said . The boy fired once into a wall and sprayed the room with fire extinguishers , making it hard to see , the chief said . -988 649943 649933 Security experts are warning that a new mass-mailing worm is spreading widely across the Internet , sometimes posing as e-mail from the Microsoft founder . A new worm has been spreading rapidly across the Internet , sometimes pretending to be an e-mail from Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates , antivirus vendors said Monday . -989 496246 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment " . " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " -990 3428489 3428523 The U.S. Capitol was evacuated yesterday after authorities detected a possibly hazardous material in the basement of the Senate wing , Capitol Police said . U.S. Capitol Police evacuated the Capitol yesterday after a sensor detected a possible biohazard in the Senate wing , but authorities later said it was a false alarm . -991 2654547 2654508 Campaign officials said the moves may have been a source of some friction with Fowler . Aides to the general said Mr. Segal 's arrival could have been the source of friction with Mr. Fowler . -992 257477 257564 Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after an announcement Monday he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . Troubled Devil Rays prospect Josh Hamilton 's promising future is in doubt after the Devil Rays announced Monday night that he will miss the season because of unspecified personal problems . -993 3145536 3145276 He arrives later this week on the first state visit by a US President . Mr Bush arrives on Tuesday on the first state visit by an American President . -994 1454756 1454692 July 1st is the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to Chinese rule . The rally overshadowed ceremonies marking the sixth anniversary of Hong Kong 's return to China on 1 July 1997 . -995 3153528 3153666 The commission dropped charges that Patton improperly appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and that he improperly appointed Conner 's then-husband , Seth , to the Agriculture Development Board . Patton also appointed Conner to the Kentucky Lottery Board and appointed Seth Conner to the Agriculture Development Board , the commission says . -996 2477153 2476767 The 2 1 / 2 -ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 3 : 49 p.m. Eastern time , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000-mph free-fall . The 2 1 / 2-ton probe will plunge into the thick Jovian atmosphere today at 1 : 49 p.m. MDT , disintegrating moments later from the friction generated by its 108,000 mph free-fall . -997 1112041 1111843 Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that will consider the nomination , is a longtime friend . And Sen. Michael Crapo , R-Idaho , chairman of the subcommittee that first will take up the nomination , is a longtime friend of Kempthorne 's . -998 811019 811055 If Senator Clinton does decide to run in 2008 , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . If Mrs Clinton does decide to contest the 2008 election , she cannot announce her candidacy before 2006 , which is when she faces re-election for the Senate . -999 629292 629319 People who have opposed these actions throughout are now trying to find fresh reasons to say this wasn 't the right thing to do . " " What is happening here is that people who have opposed this action throughout are trying to find fresh reasons why it was not the right thing to do . " -1000 2439549 2439478 Intel sells the current top Pentium for US $ 637 in quantities of 1,000 . Intel 's current Pentium 4 chips have 512K bytes of cache . -1001 3454292 3454318 Six Democrats are vying to succeed Jacques and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . Six Democrats and two Republicans are running for her seat and have qualified for the Feb. 3 primary ballot . -1002 1048282 1047920 The volatile mix could drag the session beyond the four days allotted by Bush , said Senate President Jim King . The Senate might support capping noneconomic damages beyond the $ 250,000 Gov. Jeb Bush proposes , said Senate President Jim King . -1003 3389014 3388962 Reuters witnesses said many houses had been flattened and the city squares were packed with crying children and the homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . Reuters witnesses said public squares were packed with crying children and people left homeless , huddled in blankets to protect them from the cold . -1004 1685023 1684889 " Good cause has been clearly shown that such change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial , " Prince William County Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette Jr. wrote . Circuit Judge LeRoy Millette said it " has been clearly shown that such a change of venue is necessary to ensure a fair and impartial trial . " -1005 710770 710508 John Hickenlooper had 65 percent of the vote to 35 percent for City Auditor Don Mares . Hickenlooper clobbered city Auditor Don Mares , 46 , in the Tuesday runoff . -1006 1896884 1896872 EnCana also reaffirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . Looking ahead the company confirmed its forecast of 10 per cent internal sales growth in 2003 and 2004 . -1007 1007185 1007100 New Line Cinema 's prequel comedy , " Dumb and Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd " opened with $ 11.1 million . The idiot-buddy prequel Dumb And Dumberer : When Harry Met Lloyd debuted at No. 6 , with $ 11.1 million . -1008 2221840 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short or long lived , " he said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . -1009 1787828 1787922 That compared with a year-earlier profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . -1010 1381716 1381439 Chavez said investigators feel confident they 've got " at least one of the fires resolved in that regard . " Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez said investigators felt confident that with the arrests they had " at least one of the fires resolved . " -1011 1840021 1839984 " We 've got quality players , " said Pirates manager Lloyd McClendon . There was some counterpunching out there , Manager Lloyd McClendon said . -1012 1147505 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment , " Daschle wrote . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . -1013 543533 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the vital rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . -1014 2776610 2776662 Since it expanded its shipments to the United States , Hulett has captured a significant share of the U.S. market . Since Hulett dramatically expanded its shipments to the US in 2000 , it has captured a significant share of the US market . -1015 163731 163980 China 's Health Ministry said five more people had died of Sars and a further 159 were infected . On Monday , China said nine more people had died from SARS and that 160 more were infected with the virus . -1016 2090432 2090177 " The figures are becoming catastrophic , " said Dr. Patrick Pelloux , the president of the association of emergency room physicians . This is unacceptable , " said Patrick Pelloux , the president of France 's Association of Emergency Doctors . -1017 1957071 1956989 This is a good day for Americas farmers , said Sen. Charles Grassley , an Iowa Republican , in reaction to the administration announcement . " This is a good day for America 's farmers , " said Sen. Charles Grassley , R-Iowa , in reaction to the administration announcement . -1018 347461 347487 But the cancer society said its study had been misused . The American Cancer Society and several scientists said the study was flawed in several ways . -1019 2637189 2637368 Russin did not comment ; his lawyer did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . His lawyer , a cousin , Basil Russin , did not attend the hearing and did not return phone messages . -1020 1967667 1967588 " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later , " one senior officer said . One senior officer said : " He 's made it plain that if we think we are facing a suicide bomber , we should shoot first and ask questions later . " -1021 774657 774795 Tight media controls and the remote location of the northern village where the fighting broke out made it impossible to confirm what happened . Tight media controls and the remote location of the clash made it impossible to confirm what happened . -1022 1117174 1117202 Several shots rang out in the darkness , but only one gator had been killed by 11 p.m. Several shots rang out Wednesday night , but no gators were killed then . -1023 1725788 1725686 Sales of $ 21.6 billion , up 10 percent from $ 19.7 billion a year ago , were ahead of Wall Street 's estimate of $ 21.4 billion . Microsoft posted sales of $ 8.1 billion , up from $ 7.3 billion a year ago and ahead of analysts ' estimates of $ 7.9 billion . -1024 2475398 2475319 Dr. Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . -1025 1787709 1787780 Kodak said the PracticeWorks deal is expected to add about $ 215 million to its revenue in the first full year after the acquisition . The PracticeWorks acquisition is expected to add about $ 215 million to Kodak 's revenue in the first full year , be slightly dilutive through 2005 , and accretive thereafter . -1026 2529576 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing the seriousness of the remaining problem . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . -1027 758288 758197 The bill says that a woman who undergoes such an abortion couldn 't be prosecuted . A woman who underwent such an abortion could not be prosecuted under the bill . -1028 3398909 3398631 International rescue workers are scouring flattened debris for survivors in Iran 's shattered ancient Silk Road city of Bam after a violent earthquake killed more than 20,000 people . International rescue workers hacked desperately through flattened debris for survivors and cemeteries overflowed in Iran 's ancient Silk Road city of Bam yesterday . -1029 121939 122056 Unless their parents submit written objections , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and the minute of silence . Unless their parents submitted a written objection , students , regardless of citizenship status , would be required to participate in the pledges and moment of silence . -1030 1401862 1401697 Shares of Allergan fell 14 cents to close at $ 78.12 on the New York Stock Exchange ( news - web sites ) . Shares of Allergan were up 14 cents at $ 78.40 in late trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -1031 3333475 3333554 Scott McClellan , a White House spokesman , called the decision " troubling and flawed . " White House spokesman Scott McClellan called the Padilla ruling " troubling and flawed . -1032 646343 646391 Team President Ken Sawyer told the Pittsburgh Post Gazette Sunday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . Team President Ken Sawyer said yesterday that Lemieux has not spoken to him about selling his interest in the Penguins or about playing for another team . -1033 3103374 3103410 Muhammad 's trial began Oct. 14 in nearby Virginia Beach . His trial was moved to Virginia Beach . -1034 3422952 3422979 " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in Bering land-bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago , " Grayson said . " Until this site was reported , the earliest site in the Bering land bridge area was dated at about 11,000 years ago . " -1035 224125 224096 The Nasdaq composite index added 30.46 points , or 2 percent , to 1,520.15 . The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 after gaining 30.46 yesterday . -1036 1225768 1226304 Stanford ( 51-17 ) and Rice ( 57-12 ) will play for the national championship tonight . Rice ( 57-12 ) and Stanford ( 51-17 ) will meet in a winner-take-all matchup at 6 : 05 p.m. Monday . -1037 786949 786522 Grassley and Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . -1038 2515727 2515696 An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Said 's key political allies were Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders outside the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . An outspoken opponent of terrorism , Professor Said 's principal political allies were among the Palestinian intellectuals and civic leaders who have stood aside from the Arafat-dominated PLO and Palestinian Authority . -1039 2274833 2274855 " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . Speaking about the day before he was found dead , she said : " I was physically sick several times at this stage because he looked so desperate . -1040 1639471 1639562 The Sunshine Group LTD represented the developers , The Related Companies and Apollo Real Estate Advisors LP , on the deal . The developers , The Related Cos. and Apollo Real Estate Advisors , hope sales top $ 1 billion . -1041 2481631 2481756 The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , repeatedly has said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . -1042 3085781 3085978 The attack seemed similar to others staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 . The attack seemed similar to attacks staged near foreign compounds in Riyadh on May 12 , for which officials have also blamed al-Qaida . -1043 1087225 1087091 The exotic animal trade is enormous , and it continues to spiral out of control . Some say the exotic animal trade is second only to the drug trade . -1044 2254011 2254045 Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative that voters passed in 2000 , limits fund raising and spending by gubernatorial candidates . Proposition 34 , a campaign financing initiative passed by the voters in 2000 , limits fund-raising and spending by candidates for governor . -1045 3035919 3035789 The 90-minute exchange in Boston took place at a debate focusing on the issues of interest to young people . The 90-minute exchange took place at a debate , focusing on the issues of interest to young people , broadcast live from Faneuil Hall in Boston . -1046 1680943 1680914 He wounded a security guard and then fled , stabbing two passersby as he ran off along the promenade . He then stabbed two passersby as he fled along a promenade by the Mediterranean Sea . -1047 2620044 2620063 Police believe Wilson shot Reynolds , then her mother once in the head before fatally turning the gun on herself . Police believe Wilson then shot Jennie Mae Robinson once in the head before turning the gun on herself . -1048 922819 922554 The Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) asked Congress today for additional authority to fight unwanted Internet spam , which now accounts for up to half of all e-mail traffic . The Federal Trade Commission asked Congress yesterday for broader powers to attack the rapidly growing problem of spam , which new studies show accounts for half of all e-mail traffic . -1049 3283140 3283178 The companies , Chiron and Aventis Pasteur , together made about 80 million doses of the injected vaccine , which ordinarily would have been enough to meet U.S. demand . Chiron and Aventis Pasteur together made about 80 million doses , ordinarily enough for U.S. demand , The Associated Press reported . -1050 3150044 3150089 The combined companies ' commercial and personal lines will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and will be based in Hartford , Conn . , Travelers ' current headquarters . The combined company 's commercial lines and personal lines business will be consolidated under the Travelers brand and based in Hartford , Connecticut . -1051 3319098 3319119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dipped 6.62 points , or 0.34 percent , to 1,917.67 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was off 11.64 points , or 0.60 percent , at 1,912.65 . -1052 3059628 3059555 The government did not identify the taikonauts — a term coined from ‘ ‘ taikong , ’ ’ the Chinese word for space — who would travel on the second mission . The government did not identify the taikonauts -- a term coined from taikong , the Chinese word for space . -1053 1463005 1463165 A Merrill Lynch spokesman said " we are pleased with the judge 's decision . " " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . -1054 3185728 3185755 Among the workers , the researchers found short workers had worse hearing than expected for their age . " Short workers had worse hearing than expected by age -- three times more often than taller workers , " writes Barrenas . -1055 1686168 1686562 That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated the reservation , a nearby national forest and several communities , burning 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes . -1056 4142 4083 The body of one of the four teens , 17-year-old Max Guarino , was found April 25 in Long Island Sound . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . -1057 1035681 1035633 The number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent , the FBI said . Still , the FBI said in the report released Monday , the number of reported rapes rose by 4 percent and the number of murders grew by 0.8 percent . -1058 739972 740735 If he is successful in reaching a cease-fire , known as a " hudna , " Abbas will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one meeting in a month . If he is successful in reaching a so-called " hudna , " he will hold more talks with Sharon , their third one-on-one in a month . -1059 2381709 2381590 Tail wagging , Abbey trotted on stage with Conway before a crowd of more than 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference at the Anaheim Convention Center . On Monday , Abbey trotted on stage , tail wagging , with Conway before a crowd of 10,000 attendees at PeopleSoft 's annual customer conference . -1060 953749 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.23 , or 2.8 percent , to $ 42.44 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -1061 1967579 1967665 It warned that London , along with several other foreign cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . It warned that London , among a number of other cities , was facing an increasing threat of a suicide bomb attack . -1062 889609 889733 The launch coincides with the JavaOne developers ' conference in San Francisco this week . The news also comes in conjunction with Suns annual JavaOne developers conference in San Francisco . -1063 1079804 1079345 The meeting was scheduled to end Wednesday night , with attendees approving resolutions that express the denomination 's view on issues but that are not binding on churches . On Wednesday , attendees will vote on resolutions that express the Southern Baptist view on issues , but are not binding on individual churches . -1064 2794042 2793971 He cut his rating for XL shares to " neutral " from " buy , " and said the shares " will not rebound quickly . " He cut his rating for XL shares from " buy " to " neutral " and said the shares would not " rebound quickly " . -1065 1806953 1806923 Igen 's stock closed $ 4.70 or nearly 13.7 percent higher at $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq market . The company 's shares surged $ 4.70 , or 13.7 percent , to $ 39.10 on the Nasdaq Stock Market yesterday . -1066 1967657 1967576 According to security sources , London Metropolitan Police Commissioner John Stevens placed his force on its highest state of alert last week following the warning . The Telegraph can reveal that Sir John Stevens , the Metropolitan Police Commissioner , placed his force on its highest alert last week . -1067 438985 438751 " This has been a persistent problem that has not been solved , " investigation board member Steven Wallace said . " This was a persistent problem which has not been solved , mechanically and physically , " said board member Steven Wallace . -1068 2527854 2527941 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 , after accounting for inflation . The same survey found the median household income rose by $ 51 , when accounting for inflation , to $ 43,057 . -1069 3317425 3317361 Advanced Micro Devices said Fujitsu Siemens Computers is offering a high-end workstation based on AMD 's Opteron 200 Series . Fujitsu Siemens Computers on Tuesday made good on a promise to offer a workstation based on Advanced Micro Devices ' Opteron processor . -1070 843200 843043 It will take time to oust die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq , Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said Tuesday it will take time to locate die-hard remnants of Saddam Hussein 's deposed regime in Iraq . -1071 2453492 2453420 The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida became one of the first in the nation Saturday to officially reject the national denomination 's policies on homosexuality . The Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida voted Saturday to repudiate a decision by the denomination 's national convention to confirm a gay man as bishop . -1072 2248645 2248784 Ms Lanier 's first heart tumour was removed from the upper part of her heart in 1997 , returning in 1999 , in 2001 and again this year . Her first heart tumor was removed in 1997 in the upper part of her heart , but it returned in 1999 , 2001 , and again this year . -1073 515763 515591 On May 22 , 2002 , a man walking his dog came across some of Levy 's bones in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . On May 22 , 2002 , the first of Levy 's weathered bones were found in Washington 's Rock Creek Park . -1074 1322404 1322351 Democrats now hope to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and to create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . But he said labor wanted other senators to increase the value of awards proposed by Hatch and create a mechanism to ensure the fund remains solvent . -1075 2057710 2057592 Both strain 121 and Pyrolobus belong to a branch on the tree of life known as the archaea . Both Strain 121 and Pyrolobus fumarii are members of the unusual life domain known as Archaea . -1076 2467983 2467943 These days , even death penalty proponents in the Legislature say they are solidly outnumbered by opponents . These days , death-penalty backers in the legislature acknowledge that they are outnumbered . -1077 374820 375390 At issue is the scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . At issue in yesterday 's case is a Washington state scholarship program that helps high-achieving students pay for studies in fields such as business or engineering , but not theology . -1078 1953302 1953417 The biggest cut ordered was for Hanover Lloyds Insurance Co . -- 31 percent . The department ordered Hanover Insurance to cut its rates by 31 percent . -1079 1465145 1464851 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the company . -1080 258848 259011 Revenue plunged 19 percent to $ 2.07 billion from $ 2.56 billion in the year-earlier quarter . The company had revenue of $ 2.56 billion in the first quarter of 2002 . -1081 869211 869467 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500-stock index was up 4.83 points or 0.49 per cent to 980.76 . Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . -1082 1881958 1882006 He told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Carlton Dotson , Dennehy ’ s former teammate , reportedly told FBI agents he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . -1083 53570 53604 Ridge said no real explosives or harmful devices will be used in the exercise . Ridge said that no actual explosives or other harmful substances will be used . -1084 3102255 3102709 Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . Prosecutors called Durst a cold-blooded killer who shot Black to steal his identity . -1085 1787626 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the person involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . -1086 2986651 2987222 The Bush administration blames Hussein loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops for the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks . The Bush administration blames the wave of bombings and guerrilla attacks on Saddam loyalists and foreign Muslim militants who have entered Iraq to fight U.S. troops . -1087 1447877 1447624 The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . -1088 2310787 2311604 " And the swagger of a president who says ' Bring ' em on ' does not bring our troops peace or safety . " And the swagger of a president saying `bring `em on ' will never bring peace , " Kerry said . -1089 3020767 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , had been on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . -1090 548865 548783 Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce more cuts to their valuations . Analysts spent yesterday running the red pen through the accounts and are expected to announce further cuts to the company 's value . -1091 408890 408992 Acer said its Veriton 7600G incorporates the Intel 865G chipset and is priced starting at $ 949 . The Intel 865G chipset is priced at $ 44 with integrated software RAID , $ 41 without RAID . -1092 1598630 1598710 The row intensified after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon said the government would go ahead with planned cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . The move came after Culture Minister Jean-Jacques Aillagon announced the government would impose cuts to unemployment benefits despite howls of protest from actors . -1093 1380707 1380520 From Florida to Alaska , thousands of revelers vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . Thousands of revellers , celebrating the decision , vowed to push for more legal rights , including same-sex marriages . -1094 739677 739938 The leader of Myanmar 's National League for Democracy won a 1990 election by a landslide but was never allowed to govern . Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won a landslide election in 1990 but has never been allowed to govern . -1095 2759665 2759733 The Foundation said telephone support would cost $ 39.95 per incident . The group is also offering end user telephone support for $ 39.95 per incident . -1096 701817 701797 It is the first major industrial plant for Leighton as project manager . It is the first major industrial plant project that Leighton has managed . -1097 2830962 2830944 The settlement taking effect this week was reached less than two months after O 'Malley took the helm of the nation 's fourth-largest archdiocese . The $ 85 million agreement was reached in September , less than two months after Archbishop Sean O 'Malley took over as leader of the nation 's fourth-largest diocese . -1098 523349 523357 But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and terror infrastructure must be dismantled . " But for a meaningful dialogue to begin , cross-border terrorism should end and its infrastructure should be dismantled . " -1099 2662088 2662047 It is priced at $ 5,995 for an unlimited number of users tapping into the single processor , or $ 195 per user with a minimum of five users . It is priced at $ 5,995 or $ 195 on a per user licensing plan with a minimum of five users . -1100 3323113 3323175 The blast occurred at 5 a.m. in the capital 's Al-Bayaa district , police said . The 5 a.m. blast occurred in the city 's Al Bayaa district . -1101 2613350 2613441 The report finds that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 compared with 5.1 percent in 1997 . In a special section on diabetes , the report notes that 6.5 percent of American adults were diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 , compared to 5.1 percent in 1997 . -1102 185364 185384 Omar 's brother , Zahid , and wife , Tahari , were arrested on May 2 in Derbyshire . Zahid and Paveen Sharif were arrested in Derbyshire and Tabassum , Mr Sharif 's wife , in Nottinghamshire , last Friday . -1103 3045264 3045266 The company has 30 days to respond to the charges before the FCC makes a final ruling . AT & T has 30 days to respond to the charges before the F.C.C. issues a final order . -1104 407798 407700 The study results were presented Tuesday at a meeting of the American Thoracic Society in Seattle , and will be published in this week 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . -1105 557121 557022 Associated Press Writer Marc Humbert in Albany contributed to this report . Associated Press Writer Carolyn Thompson contributed to this report from Buffalo . -1106 1112955 1112907 He said he thought he had hit a dog or a cat , or someone had thrown a rock at his car , the police said . The bishop told police he thought he had struck a dog or a cat or that someone had thrown a rock at his vehicle . -1107 1568539 1568626 The audiotape aired last week by the Arab Al-Jazeera television network appears to be an effort to incite attacks . An audiotape aired last week by the Arab al-Jazeera television network may be the strongest evidence yet that Saddam survived the war . -1108 123536 123665 The defense cannot appeal Roush 's ruling until after the trial . Defense lawyers cannot appeal the ruling until after trial , in the appellate courts . -1109 1565915 1566255 Lovett 's father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement apologising for his son 's behaviour . The father , Ron Lovett , issued a statement through a family member Monday , apologizing for his son 's behavior . -1110 1919416 1919692 " But HRT should not be used to prevent heart disease or any other chronic condition . " " The clear message is it should not be used to prevent cardiovascular disease , " Manson said . -1111 1995534 1995506 Former South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu said Sunday he did not see what " all the fuss " was over appointing a gay bishop , but urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . South Africa 's Nobel laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu says he does not understand all the fuss about appointing a gay bishop , but he has urged homosexual clergy to remain celibate . -1112 1005521 1005318 Bridges is a retired Air Force major general and a former shuttle pilot . OKeefe called Bridges , a retired Air Force Major General , to ask him to switch centers on Wednesday . -1113 377367 377251 You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. Reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or email lberman @ detnews.com. -1114 1355539 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " said Gary Costley , Multifoods chairman and chief executive . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . -1115 1793116 1793281 The study adds to the evidence that diet might affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that affects 4 million Americans . The research adds to the evidence that diet may affect a person 's chances of developing the mind-robbing disease that afflicts more than four million North Americans . -1116 481930 481977 The CGT warned of prolonged industrial action unless Raffarin agreed . The large CGT union warned France of lengthy industrial action . -1117 312707 312795 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Jordan said . " But they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " -1118 3037352 3037382 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . -1119 2002942 2003052 State air regulators and three automakers have settled a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , a spokesman for California 's air board said Monday . State air regulators and three automakers have agreed to settle a lawsuit challenging the nation 's toughest auto emissions program , according to a spokesman for California 's air board . -1120 2596071 2595722 " Spin and manipulative public relations and propaganda are not the answer , " it said . The report added that " spin " and manipulative public relations " are not the answer , " but that neither is avoiding the debate . -1121 727262 727318 In comparison , 86 percent of Israeli Jews say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . But in Jordan and in the Palestinian Authority , only 1 percent of the Muslim population say they have a favorable opinion of the United States . -1122 2788684 2788896 But they don ’ t realize that until it ’ s too late ( of course ) because they ’ re potential victims in a horror movie . But they don 't realize that until it 's too late ( of course ) because they 're potential victims . -1123 2728244 2728420 Sales -- a figure watched closely as a barometer of health -- rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . -1124 2028326 2028254 Doud was shot in the shoulder and underwent surgery at Strong Memorial Hospital , where he was listed in satisfactory condition . A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . -1125 1315900 1315973 The third case involved contracts signed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . A separate case seeking to renegotiate contracts was filed by Sierra Pacific Resources SRP.N utility Nevada Power Co. and two municipal utilities . -1126 2777028 2776959 The three grocery chains were relying on store managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . -1127 1029364 1029570 Merseyside police found the truck , without the books , the next morning about 20 miles from the warehouse . Police said they were checking a white articulated trailer truck found about 20 miles from the warehouse for forensic evidence . -1128 2846992 2847045 The work appears in the Oct. 22 / 29 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The study appears in Wednesday 's Journal of the American Medical Association ( news - web sites ) . -1129 2927334 2927592 The significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was China 's first space mission on October 15 . One of the significant highs Beijing chalked up before APEC was Chinas first space mission on Oct 15 . -1130 2065497 2065458 ABC broadcast a special " World News Tonight " report out of Washington anchored by Ted Koppel . Partly as a result , ABC chose to broadcast its special report out of Washington with Ted Koppel as anchor . -1131 617309 617115 Microsoft has identified the freely distributed Linux software as one of the biggest threats to its sales . The company has publicly identified Linux as one of its biggest competitive threats . -1132 684924 684787 The indictment said he attended important meetings to plan the attacks , recruited fellow bombers and coordinated the operation . Samudra not present in Bangkok , the indictment said , but attended a series of meetings before the attacks , recruiting fellow bombers and coordinating the operation . -1133 1978626 1978641 It also said it would reconsider its support for the 2003 show , which took place last month . The company added that it would reevaluate its commitment to the remaining New York show , which took place last month . -1134 514453 514688 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell and the panel 's two other Republicans . -1135 77428 77559 If no candidate wins 50 percent plus one in today 's election , the top two will meet in a runoff June 3 . If no candidate wins more than 50 percent of the vote , the top two vote-getters are headed to a runoff on June 3 . -1136 996885 996809 LURD 's Ja 'neh also called for an interim government and the deployment of a U.S.-led Western peacekeeping force . The rebels are also calling for the deployment of a U.S.-led peacekeeping force . -1137 2051961 2051879 The bomb exploded in Helmand province aboard a bus en route to the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to news agency reports . The bomb exploded in Helmand Province aboard a bus headed for the provincial capital , Lashkar Gah , according to wire reports . -1138 1351688 1351809 The UMass president has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 , just before federal indictments were handed down . The UMass president , who testified before a congressional committee last week , has acknowledged talking to him once since he went on the lam in 1995 . -1139 437770 437729 Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three in the ninth and allowed only an infield single by Greg Norton . Closer Eric Gagne earned his 17th save in as many opportunities as he struck out three of the four batters he faced in the ninth . -1140 126079 126035 The jury awarded TVT about $ 23 million in compensatory damages and roughly $ 108 million in punitive damages . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . -1141 2201393 2201282 Air Commodore Pietsch said a 9-11 style aircraft suicide attack was the key concern . Air Commodore Dave Pietsch said the main concern was a September 11-style aircraft suicide attack . -1142 116323 116276 " I don 't even worry about it anymore , " he said . " I don 't even worry about that anymore , " the 38-year-old center fielder said . -1143 2521281 2521594 The report was sponsored by the Computer & Communications Industry Association ( CCIA ) . The paper was released by the Computer and Communications Industry Association in Washington . -1144 3417339 3417404 Families stuck on the highway remained in their cars , and used their cell phones to call home . Families stuck on the highway were being urged to remain in their cars , and to use their cell phones only in case of emergency . -1145 434568 434535 " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America , " Edwards said in a speech . " While the rest of America grapples with an economic downturn , recession has become a permanent way of life for much of rural America . " -1146 2377832 2377802 " First , the target was not clear . . . we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " he said . In jihad , the target must be clear , meaning that we should have authentic evidence of the target that they really hate Islam , " Imron said . -1147 3035818 3035854 Sharpton nearly jumped out of his chair , saying , " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Jesse Jackson . " That sounds more like Stonewall Jackson than Reverend ( Jesse ) Jackson , " he retorted . -1148 2873368 2873529 The SharePoint Portal Server application , which facilitates teamwork , retails for $ 5,619 . Server software , however , costs thousands of dollars , such as SharePoint Portal Server , which retails for $ 5,619 . -1149 2545785 2545843 Dogs , he said , are second only to humans in the thoroughness of medical understanding and research . He said that dogs are second only to humans in terms of being the subject of medical research . -1150 145076 145052 The Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission have the final say . But the deal must get approval from the Federal Communications Commission and the Justice Department 's antitrust division . -1151 1984954 1984531 " I really liked him and I still do , " Cohen Alon told the Herald yesterday . And I really liked him , and I still do . -1152 763516 763636 Argentine Guillermo Coria and Netherlander Martin Verkerk are in the other half . The other semifinal between Guillermo Coria of Argentina and Martin Verkerk of the Netherlands is also compelling . -1153 2668998 2669030 Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia remembers how he and his friends used to have to sneak around the school yard to speak Spanish . Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia says when he was growing up , he wasn 't allowed to speak Spanish at school . -1154 518131 518086 Hovan did not speak , but his lawyer , John Speranza , said his client " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone . Hovan " did not wake up that day " intending to hurt anyone , defense attorney John Speranza said . -1155 565760 566025 Microsoft will pay Time Warner AOL $ 750 million to settle an outstanding antitrust suit brought by Time Warner 's Netscape division . Microsoft on Thursday agreed to pay AOL Time Warner $ 750 million to settle AOL Time Warner 's private monopoly lawsuit against Microsoft . -1156 2894616 2894706 Kollar-Kotelly has scheduled another antitrust settlement compliance hearing for January . The judge scheduled another oversight hearing for late January . -1157 1312753 1312479 The House voted 425 to 2 to clear the bill , the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . The bill is among the first of 13 that Congress must pass each year to fund the federal government . -1158 835299 835431 Monkeypox is usually found only in central and western Africa . Prairie dogs , usually found in southwestern and western states , aren ’ t indigenous to Wisconsin . -1159 844505 844642 UN armored personnel carriers trained machine guns on Bunia 's main street but did not open fire . Uruguayan armoured personnel carriers trained mounted machine guns down Bunia 's empty main street , but they were under orders not to open fire . -1160 1981956 1982170 National Breast Cancer Centre chief executive Professor Christine Ewan said it was too early to quantify the risk to women . National Breast Cancer Centre head Professor Christine Ewan said there was no need for panic . -1161 2745060 2745022 For the fourth quarter , Intel expects revenue between $ 8.1 billion and $ 8.7 billion . At the end of the second quarter , Intel initially predicted sales of between $ 6.9 billion and $ 7.5 billion . -1162 2886878 2886843 In version 4.1 , a new web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning interface speeds up the flow of information between workstations and the server . Openexchange Server 4.1 includes a web-based distributed authoring and versioning ( WebDAV ) interface and Outlook connector to speed information flows . -1163 3087072 3087103 The highest-paid Washington private-college president is Susan Resneck Pierce , who heads the University of Puget Sound . The highest-paid private-college president in Washington is University of Puget Sound President Susan Resneck Pierce at $ 314,160 , the Chronicle said . -1164 2083179 2082970 At midnight , Erika was about 90 miles east of Brownsville and moving toward the west at about 20 mph , with sustained winds near 70 mph . Late Friday evening , forecasters said Erika was 130 miles east of Brownsville and tracking due west at 21 mph with sustained winds of about 70 mph . -1165 329375 329403 Not counting energy prices , wholesale prices were down 0.9 percent . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . -1166 968066 968428 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 31 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.16 percent -- another record low -- from 4.22 percent . The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . -1167 3084952 3085078 Antonio Monteiro de Castro , 58 , currently director of the group ’ s Latin America & Caribbean operations , will become chief operating officer from the same date . BAT also said Antonio Monteiro de Castro , director for Latin America and the Caribbean , would become chief operating officer on January 1 , 2004 . -1168 2349594 2349787 The government began on September 1 to add the word " Taiwan " in English to the cover of new passport , a decision slammed by Beijing . The government recently added the word ' Taiwan ' in English to the cover of its new passports , a move slammed by Beijing . -1169 1626533 1626573 A floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , the ship took about five years to build . The Reagan , a floating airfield with a flight deck covering 4.5 acres , is the ninth Nimitz-class carrier to be built at the Newport News shipyard . -1170 1463117 1462738 Pollack said yesterday the plaintiffs failed to show that Merrill and Blodget directly caused their losses . Basically , the plaintiffs did not show that omissions in Merrill 's research caused the claimed losses . -1171 1315492 1315639 The exam is a requirement for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 60 percent of students statewide failed it . The Regents math exam is required for graduation , but Mills reversed course after an estimated 63 percent of students statewide failed the exam . -1172 1777874 1777965 Ms O 'Hare will take time off from studying history at New York University to be in Australia during October for national breast cancer awareness week . Ms O 'Hare , who has taken time out from studying history at New York University , will be in Australia throughout October in which is national breast cancer awareness week . -1173 1666058 1666007 Hurricane Claudette moved toward the Texas coast on Tuesday and was expected to strengthen before making landfall later in the day , forecasters said . The US National Hurricane Center said the hurricane was heading toward the Texas coast and could strengthen before it hits land later in the day . -1174 2942079 2942188 This led to the recovery of the 270-kilogram Cancuen altar , announced on Wednesday by the Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society . This led last month to the recovery of the 600-pound Cancun altar , Vanderbilt University in Nashville and the National Geographic Society announced Wednesday . -1175 2911079 2911055 A Royal Duty is based on his experiences with Diana , Princess of Wales and letters allegedly to and from her . The royal household was bracing itself for any more revelations in A Royal Duty , based on the former servant ’ s time with Diana , Princess of Wales . -1176 2252321 2252356 " They were tossed around like feathers , " Gordon said . " The concrete barriers ( between lanes ) were being tossed around like feathers . " -1177 3085068 3084951 BAT BATS.L also said Managing Director Paul Adams would step up to chief executive from January 1 , 2004 , to ease the transition . As part of the changes BAT said managing director , Paul Adams , 50 , would become chief executive from January 1 . -1178 171555 171801 On May 1 , he crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff and walked some six miles down the canyon . He crawled through a narrow , winding canyon , rappelled down a 60-foot cliff , and walked some six miles down the canyon near Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah . -1179 1661193 1661317 " Close co-operation between law-enforcement agencies and intelligence services lie at the heart of the ongoing fight against terrorism , " Mr Howard said . Close cooperation between regional law enforcement agencies and intelligence services was at the heart of the fight against terrorism , he said . -1180 246573 246510 Stout previously worked for General Electric subsidiary GE Capital Service Inc . , where he was vice president and chief technology and information officer . Stout comes to Sprint from GE Capital , where he served as chief technology and information officer . -1181 870762 871347 Only one test , the effect on financial services , was deemed to be passed . Only the positive effect on the financial services industry was assured , he said . -1182 257707 257757 Knight agreed to a two-year , $ 2.38 million contract that included a $ 300,000 signing bonus . ESPN reported that Knight 's two-year deal is worth $ 2.38 million , including a $ 300,000 signing bonus . -1183 953312 953156 The prosecutor said the company knowingly underestimated to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) the number of safety complaints involving the device . They said the company knowingly underestimated to the FDA the number of safety complaints involving the device . -1184 284891 284925 " We 're going to do everything in our power to get money back to ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Kennedy said . " There 's very strong interest in getting money back to the ratepayers as quickly as possible , " Commissioner Susan Kennedy said . -1185 2898542 2898560 Officials said it will take lengthy testing to determine if all anthrax spores have been killed . Still , officials said it will take several more months of testing to determine whether the anthrax spores have been successfully killed . -1186 2320045 2320003 Fletcher said he expects to have the support of lawmakers from agricultural states , many of whom are on the committee . He said he also expects to have the support of lawmakers from other agricultural states . -1187 345686 345704 EDS said that it was " responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC " . EDS is " in the process of responding to a subpoena and providing documents and information to the SEC , " the company said . -1188 826455 826593 It is not clear whether the apology was written on the orders of Mr Blair or at Mr Campbell 's initiative . It is not clear whether the apology to Sir Richard - known as " C " - was written on the orders of the Prime Minister or on Mr Campbell 's own initiative . -1189 1253180 1252657 The soldiers , from the 3rd Armored Cavalry , were hurt when their Humvee vehicle struck a mine in Hit . The pipeline exploded only a few hours after two U.S. soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry were wounded when their Humvee vehicle detonated a land mine in the same area . -1190 35213 35151 Several protesters were injured by a speeding police van that drove through the crowd . Anger grew after a police van injured several protesters by speeding through the crowd . -1191 864324 864534 Vice President Dick Cheney and Mississippi Republican gubernatorial candidate Haley Barbour acknowledge the cheering crowd . Vice President Dick Cheney says Mississippi Republican Haley Barbour would be a good governor because of his government and business savvy . -1192 11190 10771 Trailing Arsenal by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak stretching back to Dec. 26 . Trailing the Londoners by eight points two months ago , United rallied from its worst league start since 1989 with an unbeaten streak starting Dec. 26 . -1193 285785 285605 Deputies said the incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies received a phone call from a person requesting assistance regarding a domestic disturbance at 54346 Avenida Velasco . The incident began at 9 : 40 a.m. when deputies said they received a phone call requesting assistance with a domestic disturbance at the home in the 54-300 block of Avenida Velasco . -1194 148095 147508 The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , fell 2.52 to 410.23 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , fell 1.40 , or 0.3 percent , to 408.83 . -1195 3122257 3122360 In a mixture of ancient pagan and modern Christian rites , the villagers have staged a series of ceremonies hoping to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor . In a mixture of ancient Melanesian pagan and modern Christian ceremonies the people tried again to erase the misfortunes they believe have kept them poor since that long-ago meal . -1196 2854737 2854798 " We put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching process , probably later than we should have and now we 're just gaining incredible speed . " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . -1197 1788267 1788246 Shares of Halliburton fell 71 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 21.59 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . Halliburton shares fell 54 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 21.76 a share in midday New York Stock Exchange trade . -1198 1787481 1787517 He also recruited others to participate in the scheme by convincing them to receive fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered for himself . He also recruited other people to take delivery of fraudulently obtained merchandise he had ordered . -1199 290525 290626 Goldman Sachs said : " We believe this is the right decision for the company , for its employees and for its creditors . " " We believe this is the right decision for the company ( Jinro ) , for its employees and for its creditors , " it said . -1200 3176510 3176541 Allegiant shares rose $ 4 , or $ 17.2 percent , to $ 27.43 in Thursday morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Allegiant 's stock closed Wednesday at $ 23.40 , up 64 cents , in trading on the Nasdaq market . -1201 2933867 2933700 Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , many arriving passengers in Atlanta will be fingerprinted and photographed . Jim Williams , director of the US-VISIT project , said that by the middle of November , inspectors will be fingerprinting and photographing many foreign passengers arriving in Atlanta . -1202 1478535 1478869 Before it was removed , the site listed in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . Organizers established a Web site , http : / / defacerschallenge.com , listing in broken English the rules for hackers who might participate . -1203 3044424 3044562 In one scene from the film 's final script , Reagan says of AIDS patients , " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " In one scene the film showed Mr Reagan 's character saying of Aids patients : " They that live in sin shall die in sin . " -1204 1347544 1347473 About 100 firefighters are in the bosque today , Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . " We were seconds away from having that happen , " Albuquerque Fire Chief Robert Ortega said . -1205 1361614 1361440 The pill , which they call the " polypill , " would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering drug , three blood pressure-lowering drugs at half the standard dose and folic acid . The ingredients of such a polypill would contain aspirin , a cholesterol-lowering statin , three blood pressure-lowering agents in half dose , and folic acid . -1206 13578 14033 Peace Rules defeated Funny Cide in the Louisiana Derby . But neither he nor Peace Rules could keep Funny Cide from drawing away . -1207 1200651 1200470 On Thursday , a Washington Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely , contrary to the Wall Street Journal 's line . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . -1208 1735760 1735790 Laotian officials yesterday called on France , the former colonial power , to help the country find an alternative investor to EdF . Lao officials on Friday called on France , its former colonial ruler , to help the country find an alternative investor to replace EdF . -1209 61262 61282 Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the largest-ever loss for a European bank last year . Loan losses , investment writedowns and legal costs led to the loss last year , the largest ever for a European bank . -1210 698772 698611 Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . -1211 1542090 1541970 " It was a final test before delivering the missile to the armed forces . State radio said it was the last test before the missile was delivered to the armed forces . -1212 498299 498366 The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases with particularly high rates among blacks like hypertension and diabetes . The samples would be used to find genes involved in diseases that have a particularly high incidence among African-Americans , such as hypertension and diabetes . -1213 2585334 2585405 To examine the uranium enrichment program -- ElBaradei 's priority -- the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . However , to verify Iran 's claims about its controversial uranium-enrichment program , the IAEA says it must inspect facilities that are not officially declared as nuclear sites . -1214 3153726 3153980 She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . He followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . -1215 1457907 1458152 Yesterday , Mr. Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , read a statement over the phone : " Mr. Cuomo was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . Cuomo 's lawyer , Harriet Newman Cohen , said in a statement that he " was betrayed and saddened by his wife 's conduct during their marriage . " -1216 2696847 2696428 " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go , " said Limbaugh . This is what Limbaugh actually said about McNabb : " I don 't think he 's been that good from the get-go . -1217 349050 349247 " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better , " said Rory Bruer , Sony head of distribution . " To be wedged between these two monsters and hold as well as we did makes it that much better . " -1218 278149 278365 " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time , " said Mekki . One villager , Ali Mekki , said : " This is my sweatshirt which my brother Jaafar used to borrow from me all the time . " -1219 2268416 2268475 The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . The victim , who was not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital where he was pronounced dead . -1220 1113724 1113757 Thursday , U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper will consider the second motion . U.S. District Judge Florence-Marie Cooper is to consider the motions Thursday . -1221 3139461 3139649 If it 's a Bill Gates Comdex keynote , it must be time for new Tablet PCs . If it 's the Sunday night before Comdex , it must be time for yet another Bill Gates keynote . -1222 821890 821901 The supercomputer is actually an eServer and storage system with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . It 's a cluster of 44 IBM servers with a peak speed of 7.3 trillion calculations per second . -1223 543654 543490 Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo told Reuters there was no damage to the rice crop as harvesting had just finished . Agriculture Secretary Luis Lorenzo said there was no damage to the vital rice crop as the harvest had ended . -1224 3385929 3386168 Is it in the food supply ? " says David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . " It 's not zero , " said David Ropeik , director of risk communication at the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis . -1225 2190421 2190204 " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " said the administration , part of the Homeland Security Department . " The mission of the CAPPS II system has been and always will be aviation security , " they said . -1226 3276667 3276656 Expenses are expected to be approximately $ 2.3 billion , at the high end of the previous expectation of $ 2.2-to- $ 2.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . -1227 2999115 2999035 America has accused Syria of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters infiltrating through its eastern border into Iraq to attack U.S.-led coalition forces . US officials accuse regional states , particularly Syria , of not doing enough to prevent foreign fighters from entering Iraq to attack US-led coalition forces . -1228 2787374 2787403 Elwin Hermanson and the SaskParty would put the future of our Crown corporations — and our economy — at risk , ” the platform reads . Elwin Hermanson and the Sask . Party would put the future of our Crown corporations - and our economy - at risk . " -1229 1695578 1695467 They also showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared with those children with milder forms of the disorder . Those children later diagnosed with the most severe autism showed the greatest increase in early rapid head growth compared to those children with milder forms of the disorder . -1230 2460509 2460489 Site Finder has been visited 65 million times since its introduction , Galvin said . Through Sunday , Sept . 21 , Site Finder has been visited over 65 million times by Internet users . -1231 1346374 1346460 U.S. and European leaders pledged on Wednesday to work together to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons , presenting a united front after months of bitter acrimony over Iraq . Bush said U.S. and European Union leaders , at an annual Washington summit , agreed on the need to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons . -1232 2624855 2624576 Djerejian said that in the last month Syria has taken steps in response to the pressure , such as relocating the militant group offices out of Damascus . Mr Djerejian said that in the past month Syria had taken some steps in response to the pressure , such as moving the militant group offices out of Damascus . -1233 1200506 1200563 That took the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR down 9 / 32 , its yield rising to 3.37 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . That saw the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slip 5 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.36 percent from 3.34 percent late on Thursday . -1234 14510 14656 The index , which measures activity in the service sector , climbed to 50.7 last month from 47.9 in March . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . -1235 780201 780408 Bryant previously said that hike had a greater impact on demand than officials expected . Chief financial officer Andy Bryant has said that hike had a greater affect volume than officials expected . -1236 1485566 1485610 Agrawal said her research neither suggests nor indicates PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . She continued : " Our research neither suggests nor indicates that PCO / PCOS causes lesbianism , only that PCO / PCOS is more prevalent in lesbian women . -1237 516921 516783 Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " -1238 2077256 2077138 The Memory Stick Pro Duo card will be theoretically able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . It will theoretically be able to transfer data at a rate of up to 20 megabytes per second under optimal conditions , according to Sony . -1239 530791 530914 Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . Westfield also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . -1240 3048226 3048303 These are real crimes that hurt a lot of people . " These are real crimes that disrupt the lives of real people , " Smith said . -1241 3248482 3248436 Richard Miller remained hospitalized after undergoing a liver transplant , but his wife has recovered . Richard Miller , 57 , survived a lifesaving liver transplant but remains hospitalized . -1242 1984638 1984518 Her lawyer Donald Levine told The Telegraph she had been offered $ US250,000 to tell her story exclusively to Australian TV . Mr Levine said she had been offered $ 400,000 to tell her story to an Australian TV network . -1243 487692 487742 While rising consumer confidence is welcomed , it is not a component of gross domestic product , whereas new home sales are . While news on consumer confidence rising is welcomed , it is not a factor in determining gross domestic product whereas new home sales do . -1244 2097223 2097332 Historians believe it was carrying 9 tons of gold coins aimed at buying the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . Historians believe that the 157-foot warship was carrying 9 tons of gold coins to buy the loyalty of the Duke of Savoy , a potential ally in southeastern France . -1245 378940 378851 Both markets rallied this past week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meetings on June 24-25 . Both markets rallied last week on bets the Fed will lower rates at its next meeting June 24 and 25 . -1246 3113550 3113480 Dell 's OpenManage software includes Dell Update Packages with SMS to help automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches with a single tool . The update packages help " automate the management of server hardware , applications and operating systems patches using one tool , " which is unpleasantly vague . -1247 1591549 1591599 His lawyer , Pamela MacKey , said Bryant expects to be completely exonerated . " Mr. Bryant is innocent and expects to be completely exonerated , " Mackey said in a statement . -1248 2821916 2821902 " We are keeping an open mind , " said Sergeant Magee . Detective Sergeant Bernie Magee said police were keeping an open mind on the disappearance . -1249 1353184 1353144 The conference , sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture , is focused on eliminating world hunger through genetically modified foods and other technologies . The conference was sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to discuss ways to end world hunger and poverty . -1250 577969 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body ’ s own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . -1251 2981951 2982021 During the hearing , Morales expressed " sincere regrets and remorse " for his actions . Morales , who pleaded guilty in July , expressed " sincere regret and remorse " for his crimes . -1252 1918608 1918489 The Oct. 9 hearing date is two days after the Lakers open their pre-season with two games in Hawaii . Bryant 's hearing date falls two days after the Lakers open the preseason with two games in Hawaii . -1253 1678050 1678502 A police spokesman confirmed : " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of the German authorities and the FBI , have arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany . " " Greater Manchester Police , with the support of German authorities and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have now arrested Toby Studabaker in Frankfurt , Germany , " a police spokeswoman said . -1254 2089107 2088980 US military officials say rotor wash from the helicopter might have blown down the banner . US officials said downward " rotor wash " generated by the hovering helicopter stripped the flag from the tower . -1255 970568 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) today in a first-round game at Rosenblatt Stadium in Omaha , Neb . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . -1256 2761996 2761977 The final report on the investigation could take as long as a year , Engleman said at a news briefing . Engleman said the final report on the investigation could take as long as a year . -1257 2768371 2768323 Mr Colpin did not specify whether it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . Neither OLAF nor the Belgian prosecutors have specified if it was this system that was at the centre of the investigation . -1258 1040202 1040012 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR lost 11 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.21 percent from 3.17 percent late on Monday . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 18 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.24 percent from 3.17 percent . -1259 2939920 2939978 Doctors had planned to deliver him two weeks early , on or around November 14 . A Caesarean had originally been planned in mid- November , two weeks early . -1260 1712236 1712278 The study indicated that men who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop prostate cancer . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . -1261 1900937 1900992 The Portuguese weather service said Europe 's heatwave was caused by a mass of hot , dry air moving from the southeast . The heatwave was due to a mass of hot , dry air from the southeast , said Mario Almeida of Portugal 's weather service . -1262 781865 781610 The other 24 members are split between representatives of the securities industry and so-called " public " board members . Of the 24 directors who are not exchange executives , half are representatives of the securities industry and half are designated public members . -1263 2369029 2368997 Mr Alibek said : " Our outcomes are very encouraging . " Our outcomes are very encouraging , " George Mason researcher Ken Alibek said . -1264 683153 682794 A spokesman said : " Since November , we have co-operated fully with the police . It added it had " co-operated fully " with police since November . -1265 3085550 3085530 It indicates , Roberts said , " that terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " It also indicates the terrorists really don 't care who they attack . " -1266 1401043 1401108 The traditional Mediterranean diet puts the emphasis on vegetables , legumes , fruits , nuts , cereals and olive oil . The traditional Mediterranean diet contains many components , including a high intake of fruits and vegetables , nuts and cereals , and olive oil . -1267 1077596 1077628 She and her husband left behind two sons : Robert , who was six , and Michael , who was 10 . The couple left behind two boys , Robert , 6 , and Michael , 10 . -1268 619375 619005 Ultimately , she will earn more than the $ 900,000 that Kenny Perry got for winning the PGA Tour event . But she 'll earn more than the $ 900000 ( about R7.5-million ) Kenny Perry got for winning . -1269 89798 89744 The rapper 's lawyer , Mark Gann , didn 't return calls for comment . The 27-year-old rapper 's attorney in the civil matter , Mark Gann , did not return calls for comment . -1270 2529318 2529415 That triggered a 47-hour police standoff that inconvenienced thousands of commuters , as traffic backed up in Downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . -1271 2879435 2879308 The news service reports wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 , according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics . According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , wages among all nongovernment workers rose an average 2.7 percent from July 2002 through June 2003 . -1272 1438288 1438327 AirTran officials and a Boeing official declined to comment yesterday . Trish York , a spokeswoman for Boeing , declined to comment on the deal . -1273 559882 559542 Agassi is not the only American man through to the third round . Harkleroad was one of five American women who advanced to the third round . -1274 633887 633768 The tech-loaded Nasdaq composite rose 20.96 points to 1595.91 to end at its highest level for 12 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . -1275 779371 779429 The unemployment rate inched up one-tenth of a percentage point from April 's 6 percent to its highest since July 1994 . The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . -1276 1603482 1603561 " She was very affectionate with them , " said Blossom Medley , who also looked after the children . " She loved them so much , " added Blossom Medley , who also looked after Johnson 's foster kids . -1277 425212 425188 By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using DSL . In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . -1278 2954386 2954372 Prof Sally Baldwin , 63 , from York , fell into a cavity which opened up when the structure collapsed at Tiburtina station , Italian railway officials said . Sally Baldwin , from York , was killed instantly when a walkway collapsed and she fell into the machinery at Tiburtina station . -1279 2815702 2815560 Box cutters were used as a weapon by the Sept . 11 , 2001 , hijackers and have since been banned as carry-on items . Box cutters were the weapons used by the 19 hijackers in the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks . -1280 1027439 1027131 " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives , " he said . Asked how his nation felt , he replied : " Australians are very upset and angry by what took place . . . upset because innocent people lost their lives . " -1281 1240329 1240365 From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. " From Justin to Kelly , " a romance starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , bombed with just $ 2.9 million , opening at No. 11 . -1282 1440706 1440758 Veritas will also expand its storage resource management ( SRM ) suite with the Precise StorageCentral software , focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . The first product , StorageCentral , is entry-level storage resource management ( SRM ) software focused on file and quota management in Windows environments . -1283 962147 962243 PeopleSoft 's board of directors has said it will meet soon to consider the Oracle offer . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . -1284 369222 369272 The new servers will run either Linux or the x86 version of Solaris , he said . The servers can run Solaris x86 operating system or the standard Linux operating system . -1285 2341131 2341082 A few miles further east is Tehuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . A few miles west are the pyramids of Teotihuacan , where corn may first have been domesticated 4,000 years ago . -1286 882056 882696 Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Dr Kelly 's resignation for his handling of allegedly sexually abusive priests . Hundreds of people have signed petitions calling for Archbishop Thomas Kelly 's resignation for his handling of the crisis . -1287 3165117 3165201 U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 21 others , the military said . U.S. forces struck dozens of targets on Monday , killing six guerrillas and arresting 99 others during 1,729 patrols and 25 raids conducted over 24 hours . -1288 820929 820902 Both devices implement the v1.2 standard 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for new cordless telephony applications . BlueCore3 also implements v1.2 's eSCO facility to provide the basis for advanced cordless telephony applications for Bluetooth transmission . -1289 1369208 1369178 The first time was in 1999 , when Bashir replaced the former leader of JI , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . The first time in 1999 was when Bashir replaced JI 's former leader , Abdullah Sungkar , who had died . -1290 1934435 1934584 Former roommate and teammate Carlton Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged with murder July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . -1291 1721438 1721593 Three other fires in or near the park were contained on Wednesday . Two fires inside the park and one just outside the park were contained Wednesday afternoon . -1292 149519 149417 " The integration is exceeding almost every expectation we set for ourselves , " Mr Roberts said on Thursday . It 's manageable , and the integration is exceeding " almost every expectation we set for ourselves . " -1293 2656347 2656255 The Vatican devised a mini-lift to allow the pope to get on and off helicopters . The Vatican has devised a mini-lift to allow John Paul to board and descend from the helicopter without tackling stairs . -1294 1230767 1230113 Chante Jawan Mallard , 27 , went on trial Monday , charged with first-degree murder . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . -1295 2642526 2642629 Mr. Suen said this evening , after the ruling , that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . Michael Suen , the secretary for housing , planning and lands , said after the ruling that Hong Kong 's cabinet would meet " very soon " to decide whether to resume construction . -1296 2620066 2620048 Geraldine Andrews , the pastor 's daughter-in-law , said Robinson recently took her daughter out of a mental health facility . Geraldine Andrews , Reynolds ' daughter-in-law and a friend of Wilson 's family , said Robinson had recently taken Wilson out of a mental health facility . -1297 2168028 2168289 Some psychiatrists , Dr. Lieberman among them , noted that other studies of S.S.R.I. ' s in children had also failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . Lieberman and other psychiatrists noted that other studies of SSRIs in children also have failed to find large differences in effectiveness between the drugs and placebos . -1298 149566 149546 The CWA , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called that excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 a year . The Communications Workers Union , which represents more than 2,300 Comcast employees , called the executive pay package excessive when a typical union employee makes about $ 27,000 annually . -1299 2111185 2111269 In Montana , tensions were high yesterday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an " ugly " forecast : more dry lightning and windstorms . In Montana , tension was high Friday morning as officials prepared for what one official called an ``ugly ' ' forecast : more dry lightning and wind storms . -1300 981498 981540 British Airways ' New York-to-London runs will end in October . British Airways plans to retire its seven Concordes at the end of October . -1301 3201393 3200966 After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . Since posting a $ 3 million bond , Jackson has been keeping a low profile in Las Vegas , where he had been filming a music video . -1302 1852060 1852172 Still , analysts said they were disappointed by the company 's 68 million pretax charge for weather-related and test failure costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . Analysts also said they were disappointed by the company 's $ 68 million pre-tax charge for weather-related and overhead costs on its Polar Tanker crude oil tanker program . -1303 409963 410012 In addition , UDDI will have to significantly be improved to handle those aspects of SOAs . Even then , UDDI will have to be improved to handle those features . -1304 1247215 1247142 In fresh bloodshed last night , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the Gaza Strip , Palestinian witnesses and medics said . On Sunday , four Palestinian militants were killed by an explosion in the northern Gaza Strip . -1305 722337 722091 Get it all out , " says Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm based in New York City . Innocent or not , " she 's damaged goods , " said Howard Davidowitz , chairman of Davidowitz & Associates , a national retail consulting firm in New York . -1306 2266280 2266483 Orange shares jumped as much as 15 percent . France Telecom shares dropped 3.6 percent while Orange surged 13 percent . -1307 2706184 2706235 Warden Gene Fischi said the two inmates broke a 12-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground , and shimmied down the makeshift rope to a second-story roof . Jail warden Gene Fischi said said Selenski and Bolton broke their 12-inch-by-18-inch cell window , threw a mattress to the ground and shimmied down the rope to a second-story roof . -1308 809733 809493 They described the abductor as a Hispanic man in his 30s or early 40s , 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5 , weighing about 160 pounds . They described the intruder as being in his 30s to early 40s , from 5-feet-2 to 5-feet-5-inches tall , weighing about 160 pounds . -1309 453008 452999 According to Microsoft 's latest proxy report , Ballmer held nearly 471 million shares as of Sept . 9 , 2002 . Mr. Ballmer held a split-adjusted 470.9 million Microsoft shares as of Sept . 9 - second only to Chairman Bill Gates . -1310 1007748 1007879 He said it was a movie " meant to inspire , not offend " . He said yesterday that the film is " meant to inspire , not offend . " -1311 540236 539740 Bush plans to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and the new Palestinian prime minister , Mahmoud Abbas , in the Jordanian port of Aqaba on Wednesday . On Wednesday next week , Mr Bush will meet Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon and new Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas in Aqaba , Jordan . -1312 707997 708045 Ultimately , however , Mrs Clinton decided she still loved her husband – although " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . She says she stayed in the marriage because she still loved him , although , " as a wife , I wanted to wring Bill 's neck " . -1313 2673409 2673344 At 12 months there was still a difference in function , although it was not a significant one . At 12 months , there was still a difference between the groups , but it was not considered significant . -1314 2201275 2201383 RAAF officers said yesterday a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter-bomber was positioned to intercept the intruder . Air Commodore Dave Pietsche said RAAF controllers had positioned a fully armed F / A-18 Hornet fighter to prepare to intercept the aircraft . -1315 2282250 2282509 They certainly reveal a very close relationship between Boeing and senior Washington officials . The e-mails reveal the close relationship between Boeing and the Air Force . -1316 2405928 2405967 AMD made the announcement on Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . The Sunnyvale , Calif . , chipmaker announced its plans Tuesday at the Embedded Systems Conference in Boston . -1317 1605375 1605488 Trans fats are created when hydrogen is added to vegetable oil , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . Trans fats are created when vegetable oil has been partially hydrogenated , solidifying it and increasing the shelf life of certain products . -1318 2003690 2003706 Shortly after the opening bell , the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 11.13 to 9,228.48 , while the S & P 500 index gained 1.74 to 982.33 . After a weak start , the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the day up 26.26 to 9,217.35 , while the S & P 500 index rose 3 to 980.59 . -1319 1441004 1441007 Shares of Corixa were gaining 71 cents , or 10 % , to $ 7.91 on the Nasdaq . In late-morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market , Corixa was up 74 cents , or 10 % , at $ 7.94 . -1320 284939 284799 Small-business customers paying $ 1,200 to $ 3,200 a year could save $ 60 to $ 120 . Small-business customers paying between $ 1,200 and $ 3,200 a year would save between $ 60 and $ 120 per year , the commission estimated . -1321 1755837 1755939 After the Houston event , Bush returned to his Crawford , Texas , ranch , where he will host Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . -1322 356760 356779 The minister said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14-member cell believed to have carried out the five almost simultaneous attacks in Casablanca on Friday night . He said police had identified the bodies of seven of the 14 bombers who launched five almost simultaneous raids Friday night . -1323 320900 321056 The WiFi potties were to be unveiled this summer , at music festivals in Britain . The world 's first portal potty was soon to be rolled out at summer festivals in Great Britain . -1324 3130795 3130693 " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose -- of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger said during the benefit at the Fairmont Hotel . " I carried 100 percent of the votes in San Jose - of all the Austrian-born body builders , " Schwarzenegger quipped . -1325 2077781 2077849 Dubbed Project Mad Hatter , the Linux-based desktop is being promoted by Sun as a more secure and less expensive alternative to Windows . Designed to compete with Microsoft Corp. , Project Mad Hatter is being positioned by Sun as a cheaper , secure alternative desktop operating system to Microsoft 's various desktop offerings . -1326 1952593 1952523 " It was going to involve others , " said prosecutor Kenneth Karas at a Jan. 30 court hearing , reports the Associated Press . " It was going to involve others , " federal prosecutor Kenneth Karas said at a Jan. 30 court hearing , without further elaboration . -1327 2570361 2570304 It was third time lucky for Hempleman-Adams , 46 , after two previous abandoned attempts to make ballooning history . It was third time lucky for the 46-year-old explorer who twice had to abandon attempts to make ballooning history . -1328 813931 813905 In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom tonight had practically everything one might expect on one of a teenage girl 's most important nights . In fact , Fatima Haque 's prom had practically everything one might expect on one of the most important nights of a teenage girl 's year . -1329 3270859 3270884 A federal grand jury indicted them on Tuesday ; the document was sealed until yesterday to allow authorities to make arrests . Federal officials said the document remained sealed until Thursday morning to allow authorities to make arrests in five Western states . -1330 956229 956090 He has been at UCSD since 1991 and was appointed chancellor in 1996 , after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . -1331 1236789 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close on Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . -1332 1619243 1619310 She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until her death . She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . -1333 2412316 2412239 " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , and tomorrow will come soon . " " Your withdrawal from our country is inevitable , whether it happens today or tomorrow , " added the voice , which signed off giving the date as " mid-September . " -1334 1039561 1039623 Former company chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . -1335 921188 921278 In 2006 , the group says the market will rebound 29.6 percent to $ 21.3 billion in sales . In 2006 , Asia Pacific will report growth of 7.9 percent to $ 81.8 billion . -1336 1692604 1692641 The commission estimates California lost $ 1.34 billion -- the most of any state -- to tax shelters in 2001 . The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . -1337 2221620 2221675 Trading volume was light at 726.40 million shares , but above the 642.73 million exchanged at the same point Wednesday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . -1338 130644 130623 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . Corixa 's stock barely flinched on the news , dipping 12 cents to close at $ 6.88 . -1339 489705 489782 The plan is to convert half of its eight million local phone lines within the next six years . Sprint plans to move half of its 8 million local lines from hard-wired circuits to packet networks in the next six years . -1340 15843 15795 It aims to end 31 months of violence in which at least 2,034 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed . At least 2,036 Palestinians and 737 Israelis have been killed since the revolt began in September 2000 . -1341 2028254 2028633 A spokeswoman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night . A spokesman at Strong Memorial Hospital said Doud was under evaluation Tuesday evening in the emergency room . -1342 2498187 2497939 Halabi 's military attorney , Air Force Maj. James Key , denied the charges , which could carry a death penalty . The attorney representing al-Halabi , Air Force Maj. James Key III , denied the charges , according to The Associated Press . -1343 2599788 2599821 The report by the independent expert committee aims to dissipate any suspicion about the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS crisis . A long awaited report on the Hong Kong government 's handling of the SARS outbreak has been released . -1344 2920498 2920576 The new companies will begin trading on Nasdaq today under the ticker symbols PLMO and PSRC . Also as part of the deal , PalmSource stock will begin trading on the NASDAQ stock market Wednesday under the ticker symbol : PSRC . -1345 1048581 1048632 There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , ' ' said Perry , whose parents are vacationing in North Carolina . " There 's a Jeep in my parents ' yard right now that 's not theirs , " she said . -1346 316726 316927 " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . " They did not ... provide the security that we had requested , " Jordan said in a CBS interview . -1347 1258198 1258286 Avery Dennison estimated second-quarter revenue between $ 1.2 billion and $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . The company estimated second-quarter revenue of $ 1.2 billion to $ 1.23 billion , up 14 percent to 16 percent from a year earlier . -1348 2428146 2427840 Mehr said police had no way of knowing what Kilpatrick was shooting at when he fired his gun . Mehr said police had no way of knowing who or what Kilpatrick was shooting at with the single shot . -1349 1569822 1569894 If Fortigel , a testosterone gel , had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , Mr. Juelis said . If Fortigel had been approved , Cellegy would have reached profitability by the second half of 2004 , said Richard Juelis , chief financial officer . -1350 1703385 1703692 Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . Powell is serving time in a different case -- killing his landlady in 1982 . -1351 2521033 2521063 But an agency employee lent the tape to a friend , who lent it to Mr. Gonzalez . An ad agency employee gave the copy to a friend , who passed the movie to Gonzalez , prosecutors said . -1352 410868 410807 " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , " producer David E. Kelley said in a statement . " Due to economic and creative realities , many key people will not be returning , including Dylan , " Kelley said Monday . -1353 2791651 2791603 The technology-packed Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > dropped 37.78 points , or 1.94 percent , to 1,912.36 . The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . -1354 3047564 3047513 Spinnaker employs roughly 83 people ; NetApp employs 2,400 . Spinnaker employs 83 people , most of whom are engineers . -1355 2601132 2601055 The new analysis found that 32 of the 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer during about 5 years of follow-up . The new analysis found that 32 of 16,608 participants developed ovarian cancer in about 5 1 / 2 years of follow-up , including 20 women taking hormones . -1356 1014017 1013977 Prairie dogs sold as exotic pets are believed to have been infected in an Illinois pet shop by a Gambian giant rat imported from Africa . Prairie dogs are believed to have become infected in a pet shop through a Gambian rat imported from Africa . -1357 443834 443762 Of 24 million phoned-in votes , 50.28 percent were for Studdard , putting him 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . Of the 24 million phone votes cast , Studdard was only 130,000 votes ahead of Aiken . -1358 3270881 3270858 Thirty-three of the 42 men had been arrested by Wednesday evening , said Daniel Bogden , U.S. attorney in Nevada . Thirty-four of the men have been arrested and the others are being sought , US Attorney Daniel Bogden said yesterday . -1359 1114039 1114186 Hispanics , the fastest growing ethnic group in the US , have overtaken blacks to become the largest minority in the US , according to newly released government figures . Hispanics have officially overtaken African Americans as the largest minority group in the US , according to a report released by the US Census Bureau . -1360 3017926 3017893 The events mark the latest twists in an unfolding scandal involving a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . The charges would mark the latest effort to crack down on a form of trading that takes advantage of delays in the ways funds are priced . -1361 2955842 2955810 The number of lung transplantations also increased from 30 to 64 , and the mean waiting time on the transplant list decreased from 290 days to 87 days . The number of lung transplants also increased from 30 to 64 and the average waiting time for a lung fell from 290 days to 87 days . -1362 56110 56072 Advanced Micro Devices Inc . Tuesday introduced its Athlon MP 2800 + processor for entry-level one- and two-way servers and workstations . Advanced Micro Devices on Tuesday launched its newest Athlon chip for workstations and servers . -1363 1907627 1907410 The University of Louisville also is auditing Shumaker 's expenses while he was president there . Shumaker was the president of the University of Louisville when he was hired by UT . -1364 679656 679570 Though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo isn 't favored today . Even though she defeated Williams on May 17 in the semifinals at Rome , Mauresmo cannot be favored in this match . -1365 468109 467921 As a result of the decision , Brown said CareFirst subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and to international service providers . But if the trademark is withdrawn , subscribers won 't have access to Blue Cross Blue Shield nationwide and international service providers . -1366 716590 716871 Delmon was 5 when Dmitri was drafted with the fourth pick by St. Louis in 1991 . Dmitri Young was the fourth overall selection by St. Louis in the 1991 draft . -1367 2777839 2777963 " Tomorrow at the Mission Inn , I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California . " I have the opportunity to congratulate the governor-elect of the great state of California , and I 'm looking forward to it . " -1368 2629137 2629019 Then it temporarily retracts the hard drive 's read-write head until the system is stabilized again . When such acceleration occurs , the drive 's read / write head gets temporarily parked until the system is stabilised . -1369 2081791 2081773 On Thursday , Long heard arguments from both sides . Judge Elizabeth Long heard arguments in the state case Thursday . -1370 1958080 1958145 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX rose 3.47 points , or 0.36 percent , to 977.59 . The tech-laden Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 8 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,645 . -1371 58745 58542 In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 40.12 , or 0.5 percent , at 8,571.69 , having fallen 51 points Monday . In New York , the Dow Jones industrial average a gauge of 30 blue chip stocks was up 3.29 points or 0.04 per cent to 8,585.97 . -1372 3281508 3281496 The poll shows Bill White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters -- Orlando Sanchez by 35 percent . The latest 11 News / Houston Chronicle Poll shows White supported by 53 percent of surveyed voters , far ahead of Orlando Sanchez 's 35 percent . -1373 545374 545445 The government recently shelved peace talks with the MILF , being brokered by Malaysia , after a string of attacks , including three bombings , on Mindanao . The government recently shelved peace talks being brokered by neighbouring Malaysia after a spate of attacks on Mindanao , including three deadly bombings , that it blamed on the MILF . -1374 1784891 1785160 On Monday , Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . -1375 424522 424409 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to those superannuation payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " he said . -1376 1290541 1290505 They found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . About 24 percent of men who took the placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . -1377 684555 684845 He is suspected of being a key figure in Jemaah Islamiyah , the al-Qa 'eda-linked terror group which has been blamed for the bombings . Samudra , 32 , is suspected of being a key figure in the al-Qaida-linked terror group Jemaah Islamiyah , which has been blamed for carrying out the bombings . -1378 1473639 1473500 Mr. Day said that the consequences had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children shunned in their communities . He said the consequences of the rapes had been " catastrophic " for the women involved and for the many mixed-race children they bore , who have been shunned in their communities . -1379 1279777 1279864 The Conference Board reported its U.S. Consumer Confidence Index slipped to 83.5 in June from 83.6 in May . The consumer-confidence index came in at 83.5 in June , down slightly from a revised 83.6 in May , the Conference Board said . -1380 1184765 1184312 A cul de sac with homes burned to the foundation was visible from above . A cul-de-sac with homes burned to their foundations was visible from above . -1381 981820 981912 The billing mix-up , for between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after their legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . The bill , for somewhere between $ 100,000 and $ 250,000 , went unnoticed until after the couple 's legal defense fund paid out roughly $ 7 million in fees . -1382 547205 547289 His attorney said he is disputing the accusations through the securities dealers association 's hearing process . His attorney , Christopher Wilson , said Young is disputing the accusations through the NASD 's hearing process . -1383 571179 571113 Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . Leading black Democrats in Congress and the national party are protesting the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at the party 's headquarters . -1384 2664077 2664029 Douglas Robinson , a senior vice president of finance , will take over as chief financial officer on an interim basis . Douglas Robinson , CA senior vice president , finance , will fill the position in the interim . -1385 394992 394815 United States State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said : ' It is our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference . " It 's our judgment that the possible avenues to a peaceful resolution were not fully explored at the Tokyo conference , " US State Department spokesman Richard Boucher said . -1386 2984155 2984099 The same survey a month ago had Street leading Katz 42 percent to 34 percent , with 21 percent undecided . One month ago in the same poll , Katz was leading 46 to 40 percent . -1387 3306046 3306134 A search for three missing teenagers uncovered at least two bodies buried beneath freshly poured concrete in the basement of a house , authorities said Wednesday . Authorities performed an autopsy Thursday on one of three bodies recovered from beneath a layer of freshly poured concrete in the basement of a northwest Indiana home . -1388 2174189 2174194 Amazon also reported that the New York Attorney General 's office had settled civil fraud charges with one of the spoofers it identified . Amazon and the New York attorney general 's office have already settled with one of the alleged e-mail forgers . -1389 1568536 1568623 In the latest violence , insurgents threw a bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing one soldier . Early Monday , insurgents threw a homemade bomb at a U.S. convoy in northern Baghdad , killing an American soldier . -1390 2801973 2801930 Once converted , BayStar will own an aggregate of approximately 2.95 million shares of SCO common stock or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . The investment gives Larkspur , Calif.-based BayStar more than 2.9 million shares of SCO common stock , or 17.5 percent of the company 's outstanding shares . -1391 81715 81981 Worldwide , the disease has now infected 6,727 people in 30 countries and caused 478 deaths . The disease has infected 6,583 people in over two dozen countries , WHO said yesterday . -1392 1669792 1669661 " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course and kill country-of-origin labeling , " said Daschle . " It would be completely irresponsible to reverse course , " said Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle , of South Dakota . -1393 3190205 3190131 Change will take time , but is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition , chief executive Bob Nardelli said . The change will take time , but Nardelli said it is necessary for the nation 's largest home improvement store chain if it is to grow amid increasing competition . -1394 773604 773629 The new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by Monday , according to security analysts . Security analysts said the new version , W32 / Sobig.C-mm , had already reached a " high level " outbreak status by mid-afternoon on Monday . -1395 2480969 2481007 If convicted of the spying charges , he could face the death penalty . The charges of espionage and aiding the enemy can carry the death penalty . -1396 240528 240516 Lucas Goodrum , 21 , of Scottsville was arrested Sunday in the death of Katie Autry , of Pellville . Another Scottsville man , Lucas Goodrum , 21 , had been arrested early Sunday . -1397 1481822 1482025 Ernst & Young admitted no wrongdoing with the settlement . Ernst & Young spokesman Kenneth Kerrigan said the firm admits no wrongdoing . -1398 1246488 1246781 Police said they arrested a man on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorized entry . Mr Barschak was arrested on suspicion of burglary , which covers unauthorised entry . -1399 1934785 1934804 Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , had begun to read the Bible daily . Dennehy , who transferred to Baylor last year after getting kicked off the University of New Mexico Lobos for temper tantrums , became a born-again Christian in June 2002 . -1400 1351687 1351808 Bulger 's brother is now on the agency 's ' '10 Most Wanted ' ' list , sought in connection with 21 murders . Bulger 's brother , a former FBI informant , is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list . -1401 50459 50553 Complicating the situation is the presence of battle-hardened Liberians who have been fighting on both sides . Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . -1402 1462789 1463165 " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . " We are very pleased with the judge 's decision , " Merrill said yesterday . -1403 2635069 2635236 Her lawyer , M. H. Reese Norris , called the decision an injustice and promised to appeal . Scruggs refused to comment as she left the courthouse but her lawyer , Reese Norris , called the verdict an injustice . -1404 1240334 1240329 " From Justin to Kelly , " starring " American Idol " winner Kelly Clarkson and runner-up Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with only $ 2.9 million . From Justin to Kelly , a romance starring American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson and runnerup Justin Guarini , opened at No. 11 with $ 2.9-million. -1405 1227467 1227133 Looking to buy the latest Harry Potter ? Harry Potter 's latest wizard trick ? -1406 2920398 2920337 " A more favorable job market was a major factor in the turnaround , " said Lynn Franco , Director of the Conference Board Consumer Research Center . An improving job market was a " major factor , " said Lynn Franco , director of the board 's consumer research center . -1407 2941188 2941130 The veteran rock group 's four-disc DVD set , called Four Flicks and due Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's top sellers . The Stone 's Four Flicks DVD , set to be released Nov. 11 from TGA Entertainment , is expected to be one of the holiday season 's best sellers . -1408 1091223 1091259 Compounding the pain for bonds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . Rubbing salt in the wounds , housing starts jumped a strong 6.1 percent in May while industrial output edged up 0.1 percent , just beating forecasts of a flat outcome . -1409 2697609 2697286 Her body was found at the foot of a back staircase in the couple 's expensive home in Durham . Kathleen Peterson 's body was found in December 2001 at the bottom of a staircase in the couple 's home . -1410 126035 126126 TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . The damages included $ 24 million in compensatory damages and $ 52 million in punitive damages for IDJ . -1411 2946090 2946111 The euro was at 126.38 / 43 yen little changed from its late U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.60 yen the same time on Tuesday . The euro was around 126.50 yen compared to its late Tuesday U.S. level of 126.35 yen but down sharply from around 127.30 yen in early Asian trade on Tuesday . -1412 645274 645331 The loss ends the run of four straight Williams vs. Williams major finals , all won by Serena . The loss ends a run of four straight " Sister Slam " major finals — all won by Venus ' sister , Serena . -1413 2209390 2209111 " It just seems like all the issues that we support , he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus of LULAC . " It just seems like all the issues that we support he doesn 't , " said Gabriela Lemus , the league 's director of policy and legislation . -1414 2628322 2628029 Mr. Heatley , who suffered a broken jaw and torn knee ligaments , faces several charges . Heatley underwent surgery Saturday for a broken jaw and an MRI found two torn ligaments in his right knee . -1415 349046 349453 The film is the second of a trilogy , which will wrap up in November with The Matrix Revolutions . " Reloaded " is the second installment of a trilogy ; " The Matrix Revolutions " is slated for debut in November . -1416 1068085 1068129 ONA explicitly stated that it did not receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist network was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " But at no stage did ONA receive intelligence material indicating that Jemaah Islamiyah was planning to mount an operation in Bali . " -1417 123084 123108 The body 's hair , sources said , appeared to be blond with dark roots , the same as Aronov 's . The body had blond hair with dark roots , and was roughly the same height and build as the 5-foot-4 Ms. Aronov , the officials said . -1418 1259362 1259583 The state wanted every insurer doing business in California to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing its license to operate in the state . The state wanted any insurer doing business there to turn over records of Holocaust-era insurance policies or risk losing their license to do business in the state . -1419 2706322 2706237 Selenski descended down the wall and used the mattress to climb over razor wire . Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot razor wire , Fischi said . -1420 2170889 2170991 It added that unless the problems are fixed , " the scene is set for another accident . " Without reform , " the scene is set for another accident " , the report warned . -1421 53868 53892 Canadian officials have agreed to run a complementary threat response exercise . Canadian officials will participate through a command post exercise . -1422 2964167 2964309 " There is the real potential for a secondary collapse , " Gov. James McGreevey said . The damaged area of the garage was not stable , with ``the real potential for a secondary collapse , ' ' McGreevey said . -1423 1933212 1933374 Certain to give Democrats hope was Bush 's hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 percent to 38 percent . In a Bush hypothetical matchup with a generic Democrat ; the president prevailed 43 to 38 percent . -1424 411629 411695 Oracle followed with 33.8 percent of the market and Microsoft came in third with an 18 percent share . IBM ranked second with 24 percent share there , and Microsoft ranked third . -1425 2226542 2226520 Weather forecasters are sending out warnings for heavy rainfall that could wash out the tail end of the holiday weekend . Weather forecasters are warning of heavy rainfall that could wash out part of the holiday weekend . -1426 3119581 3119343 " It seems to me ... we 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman , who heard the case without a jury . " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . -1427 1733042 1733021 In addition , primary care trusts ( PCTs ) were given star ratings for the first time this year . Primary Care Trusts and Mental Health Trusts have also been formally rated for the first time this year . -1428 1088238 1088210 Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected Kodak to earn 68 cents a share for the quarter . -1429 1852616 1852984 For legal purposes , J.P. Morgan and Citigroup neither admit nor deny the SEC charges under the settlements . The banks did not admit or deny the SEC charges under the settlements . -1430 1605335 1605485 Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day — a glazed doughnut has 4 grams — can increase health risks . Even as little as 2 or 3 grams of trans fat a day can increase the health risk . -1431 1386850 1386805 During 2001 and 2002 , Morgenthau said , wire transfers from just four of Beacon Hill 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . -1432 1627107 1626909 House Democrats are planning a series of town meetings throughout the nation this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . House Democrats plan town meetings this month to lay out their complaints about the House bill . -1433 1803308 1803320 Opponents of the ban also are planning a protest rally at City Hall tomorrow at 1 p.m. to coincide with the scheduled start of the state ban . In New York City , opponents of the ban are planning a protest rally at City Hall Thursday at 1 p.m. -1434 2452454 2452645 He left the army for Syria where he received religious training . He moved to Syria , where he underwent further religious training in traditional Islamic beliefs . -1435 3322356 3322132 He fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated and in an inferior position . Sen. Thurmond " never acknowledged his daughter and fought for laws that kept his daughter segregated . -1436 3368666 3368628 Also Wednesday , a minibus detonated a roadside bomb in a Baghdad traffic tunnel , killing two people and wounding two others , hospital officials said . Also today , a bomb explosion in a Baghdad traffic tunnel killed one civilian and wounded two others , Iraqi police said . -1437 2044580 2044599 Buchan responded by first noting that , in crafting the tax relief packages , " the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind . " " In crafting the tax relief packages , the president has always had both the short-term and the long-term in mind , " Buchan said . -1438 1245861 1245663 The Ottoman Dignity will carry the oil to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . The cargo was to be taken to a Turkish refinery on the Aegean coast . -1439 1944635 1944747 Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 as the bad news hit the US market . Sales fell to $ 3.3bn in 2002 , as the bad news from the Women 's Health Initiative hit the US market . -1440 660825 660674 Police using pepper spray arrested 12 people Monday night at a march and rally by about 400 activists protesting an annual training seminar of the Law Enforcement Intelligence Unit . Police used pepper spray and rubber bullets to disperse a downtown march and rally last night by activists protesting an annual police intelligence-training seminar . -1441 2726905 2726864 According to SunnComm 's Peter Jacobs , " MediaMax performs exactly as ' advertised ' to the companies who purchased it . " MediaMax performs EXACTLY as " advertised " to the companies who purchased it , " Jacobs said in the statement . -1442 1257767 1257817 Swartz , indicted in February , had argued that New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . Swartz had sought to have the charges dismissed , saying New Hampshire was the wrong place to charge him . -1443 114526 114718 Batters faced : Sheets 28 , Vizcaino 2 , DeJean 4 , Clement 26 , Alfonseca 4 , Guthrie 2 , Farnsworth 4 . Batters faced : Franklin 25 , Kieschnick 7 , Foster 2 , Leskanic 3 , DeJean 4 , Prior 28 , Alfonseca 2 , Guthrie 2 , Cruz 7 , Remlinger 6 . -1444 1678501 1678046 Police launched an international hunt for Shevaun Pennington after she ran away with 31-year-old Toby Studabaker Saturday . Shevaun Pennington disappeared on Saturday morning after arranging to meet 31-year-old Toby Studabaker . -1445 2664285 2664187 Then , suddenly , the ONS reported a fresh 0.6 per cent slump in manufacturing output . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . -1446 105896 105906 Qantas issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks yesterday , as the airline warned of more job cuts owing to the ongoing impact of SARS on passenger demand . Qantas yesterday issued its second profit downgrade in six weeks and warned of more job cuts as the continuing affect of the SARS scourge took its toll on passenger demand . -1447 1088243 1088213 The company said industrywide sales of consumer film in China during April and May were nearly half of the amount sold during the same two months a year ago . It said sales of film in China during April and May were about half the amount sold in the year-ago period . -1448 142836 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach had been carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . -1449 3323324 3323339 A Chinese court yesterday jailed two people for life and imprisoned 12 others for organising a sex party involving hundreds of Japanese tourists . A court in southern China yesterday jailed two people for life for organising a three-day sexual romp with hundreds of prostitutes by visiting employees of a Japanese company . -1450 832965 832995 It 's one of the nicer rounds I have ever played and the best chance I have ever had of a 59 . " " That 's one of the nicer rounds I 've ever played , and the best chance I 've ever had for a 59 . -1451 1447826 1447877 The nurse , age 51 , worked at North York General Hospital . The 51-year-old nurse worked at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the latest outbreak . -1452 3333313 3333230 Mr. Mask said Mr. Cullen would be taken from the Somerset County Jail by Thursday and moved to the Ann Klein Forensic Hospital just outside Trenton for psychiatric care . Charles Cullen , 43 , was transferred from the Somerset County Jail in Somerville to the Anne Klein Forensic Center , a 150-bed psychiatric treatment facility in Trenton . -1453 2695490 2695609 Ohmer ruled the law warranted further review by the Missouri Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . Circuit Judge Steven Ohmer ruled Friday that the law needed a further review by the state Supreme Court and would have caused irreparable harm had it taken effect Saturday . -1454 1602901 1602885 Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with three sham marriages , is also charged with perjury and filing a false instrument . Chera Larkins , 32 , of Manhattan , charged with perjury and filing a false instrument in three marriage applications . -1455 2829255 2829229 Muhammad and Malvo , 18 , are not related , but have referred to each other as father and son . He 's not related to Malvo , but the two have referred to each other as father and son . -1456 899514 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy in Bangkok , were among those targeted , " the Singapore statement said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . -1457 1911842 1911799 A company spokesman declined to comment further Wednesday , and a Redding Medical Center official didn 't immediately return telephone calls . A Tenet spokesman declined to comment Wednesday and a Redding Medical Center official did not return telephone calls seeking comment . -1458 459103 458744 The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . Such was the case Thursday night when the Cleveland Cavaliers won the " LeBron James Lottery , " otherwise known as the NBA draft lottery . -1459 2130737 2130858 The organizers of the University Games , which began Thursday , were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to this week 's summit . The organizers of the University Games were hoping North Korea 's participation would help boost inter-Korean reconciliation in the leadup to a crucial summit in Beijing this week . -1460 3048010 3047982 " Intel will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law , " he added . Intel said it will use this advancement along with other innovations , such as strained silicon and tri-gate transistors , to extend transistor scaling and Moore 's Law ( define ) . -1461 2046632 2046642 Arthur Benson , attorney for the case 's plaintiff schoolchildren , said he will appeal . An attorney for plaintiff schoolchildren said he plans to appeal . -1462 1501926 1502095 He explained that he found Antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 as a post-doctoral research assistant at England 's University of Bristol . He explained that he found antetonitrus when he came to Wits in 2001 while a post-doctoral research assistant at Bristol University in Britain . -1463 142840 142678 The bodies of some of the dead , pulled out from under the train , were laid out beside the tracks while emergency services brought in wooden coffins . The bodies of many of the dead , pulled from under the partially derailed train , were laid out by the tracks awaiting identification . -1464 46041 45722 " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " he told a packed courtroom during a 45-minute address . " I had no direct interest , and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the operation damaged the state , " Mr. Berlusconi said . -1465 529550 529500 The Winston-Salem , North Carolina company opened six stores during the quarter , bringing the total to 282 . Six new Krispy Kreme stores were opened in the first quarter , bringing the total number of stores to 282 . -1466 1110096 1110150 Such a step could put the issue before the UN Security Council . The matter could then be sent to the U.N. Security Council . -1467 2117310 2117248 Besides Hampton and Newport News , the grant funds water testing in Yorktown , King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . The grant also funds beach testing in King George County , Norfolk and Virginia Beach . -1468 762905 763220 Kim Clijsters reached the French Open final for the second time , benefiting from a little luck Thursday to erase a set point and beating unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . Kim Clijsters also reached the French Open final on Thursday benefiting from a little luck to erase a set point and beat unseeded Nadia Petrova 7-5 , 6-1 . -1469 127941 127710 However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution and due to the substantial price efforts made " . However , we have decided to opt for the European consortium 's engine as the best overall solution . " -1470 1953419 1953301 The department ordered an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds and a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds . The department ordered a 12 percent reduction for State Farm Lloyds , the state 's largest insurer , and an 18.2 percent reduction for Allstate Texas Lloyds , the third-largest . -1471 3325149 3325204 The study was published Thursday in The New England Journal of Medicine ( news - web sites ) . The study was published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . -1472 472552 472962 On Tuesday , the Nikkei Average dropped 107.08 points , or 1.3 percent , to close at 8,120.24 . The Nikkei Average closed up 42.56 points , or half a percent , at 8,227.32 . -1473 147757 147507 Volume was moderate at 827.68 million shares , up from 798.95 million at the same point Tuesday . Volume came to 439.66 million shares , below 450.39 million at the same point Wednesday . -1474 2557333 2557303 A magnitude 8 quake hit the area Friday , setting off a fire in another tank that consumed 188,700 barrels , of crude oil . The magnitude 8 earthquake last Friday gutted another tank , consuming 188,700 barrels of crude oil . -1475 1353340 1353186 " The European Union is basically absent , " said Tito Barbini , regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy . Tito Barbini , a regional minister for agriculture in Tuscany , Italy , criticized the absence Tuesday in Sacramento . -1476 327386 327471 The drop in core wholesale prices in April reflected falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boy 's clothes and cigarettes . That was the biggest drop since August 1993 and stemmed from falling prices for cars , trucks , men 's and boys ' clothes and cigarettes . -1477 1662147 1661890 Yunos allegedly prepared the bombs ' wiring while Al-Ghozi reportedly admitted preparing the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packing the explosives , the prosecutors said . Yunos prepared the bombs ' wiring , and Ghozi admitted that he prepared the switch on the alarm-clock triggers and packed the explosives , the prosecutors said . -1478 566629 566455 Veteran entertainer Bob Hope celebrates his 100th birthday - and many years in showbusiness - on Thursday . Hollywood and the world are gearing up to celebrate legendary entertainer Bob Hope 's 100th birthday on Thursday . -1479 919471 919609 Iraq is selling about 10 million barrels of oil that 's currently in storage . Before the war began in March , Iraq pumped about 2.1 million barrels a day . -1480 3124187 3124365 A 114-year-old Japanese woman who had assumed the title of the world 's oldest person last month died Thursday , a spokesperson for Hiroshima city said . A 114-year-old Japanese woman who just weeks ago assumed the title of the world 's oldest person died today , a Hiroshima official said . -1481 243889 244032 So was Edie Falco , the critically praised co-star of " Frankie and Johnny . " Edie Falco was not nominated for " Frankie and Johnny . " -1482 1118215 1118016 All 180,000 DHS employees soon will receive a lapel pin and personalized certificate bearing the seal , DHS said . All 180,000 DHS employees will soon receive a DHS lapel pin and a personalized DHS certificate . -1483 2800415 2800348 Althardt said there was no indication that any of the sick children needed to be hospitalized . The sick children have been staying home and Althardt said there was no indication any had needed to be hospitalized . -1484 2892951 2893002 Hatab suffered a broken hyoid bone , a U-shaped bone that supports the tongue . Hatab suffered broken ribs and a broken hyoid bone , according to Rawson , who is at Camp Pendleton . -1485 1915787 1915766 Until now , sales of the entertainment-oriented PCs have been limited to the United States , Canada and Korea . The computers are currently sold in Canada , the United States , and Korea . -1486 1629043 1629019 A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . The federal standard for ozone is 0.12 parts per million . -1487 1590795 1590946 A Global Crossing spokeswoman and a Pentagon spokesman declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . -1488 2112314 2112367 State Education Commissioner Kent King said Wednesday that the scores on the Missouri Assessment Program tests disappointed him . Missouri Education Commissioner Kent King said he was disappointed by the scores . -1489 2339033 2338985 His mother contacted the Federal Public Defender 's office in Sacramento , which has agreed to handle his surrender , she says . His family approached the federal defender 's office in Sacramento Friday about arranging his surrender . -1490 1732321 1732340 A $ 50 million plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open was offered Tuesday under proposed funding from state officials . Leaders from the city of Detroit , Wayne County and the Detroit Medical Center must still approve a financial plan to keep Detroit Receiving and Hutzel Women 's hospitals open . -1491 262371 262926 Dean aides estimated the plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually , and Dean said he would pay for it by eliminating portions of Bush 's tax cuts . Dean said his plan would cost about $ 88 billion annually -- to be paid for by eliminating some of Bush 's tax cuts . -1492 3385862 3385839 Meanwhile , Harrison said , investigators were working through the holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply . Investigators worked through the Christmas holiday to prevent a potential outbreak of the deadly disease and to calm public fears about the food supply , Harrison said . -1493 1346613 1346701 Added Mr. Prodi : " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strengths and our weakness . " " Maybe , but the old age helps us to understand our strength and our weakness and the reality of the world . -1494 2573431 2573609 A jury convicted rapper C-Murder , also known as Corey Miller , of second-degree murder Tuesday night in the shooting death of a 16-year-old in a Jefferson Parish nightclub . Rapper C-Murder has been convicted of second-degree murder , a crime that carries an automatic life sentence , in the shooting death of a 16-year-old inside a Jefferson Parish nightclub . -1495 2024850 2024797 Consolidated operating income for the fourth quarter was $ 570 million , up 26 % from the $ 452 million reported a year ago . Operating income rose 26 percent to $ 570 million from $ 452 million in the same period a year ago . -1496 1559185 1559091 He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold , Moriarty thought . From the top of the embankment , Moriarty thought , " He 'll be swept over any minute or just die of the cold . " -1497 946033 946019 Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . Baz Luhrmann admitted it was a risk , and now the Australian director 's Broadway version of La Boheme will close on June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run . -1498 2851764 2851723 FRIENDS of Robert De Niro yesterday rallied around him after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer . Hollywood actor Robert De Niro has been diagnosed with prostate cancer , his spokesman said today . -1499 269572 269547 Consumer groups are against the changes , saying they hurt individuality in markets . Consumer groups oppose the changes , saying they would concentrate too many outlets in too few media empires . -1500 303693 303371 The bodies of 17 undocumented immigrants who suffocated in a stifling trailer were discovered yesterday at a south Texas truck stop where smugglers had abandoned them . The bodies of 18 illegal Mexican immigrants who died from suffocation and heat exhaustion were discovered on Wednesday in a packed tractor trailer abandoned at a rest stop . -1501 2304383 2304361 If convicted of violating the Truth in Domain Names Act , Zuccarini could face up to four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . If convicted under the new law , Zuccarini faces a maximum of four years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine . -1502 913945 914112 Dewhurst 's proposal calls for an abrupt end to the controversial " Robin Hood " plan for school finance . The committee would propose a replacement for the " Robin Hood " school finance system . -1503 956497 956090 Dynes came to UC San Diego in 1991 after 22 years as a physicist with AT & T Bell Labs . Dynes has been at UC San Diego since 1991 after spending 22 years with AT & T Bell Labs , where he worked on superconductors and other materials . -1504 1106208 1106294 Lawmakers at the closed-door hearing focused on the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's chemical , biological and nuclear weapons programs . Lawmakers on the House panel will question intelligence analysts at the closed-door hearing about the factors that went into compiling the National Intelligence Estimate reports on Iraq 's weapons programs . -1505 897291 897348 This left the Eurotop 300 benchmark about six points off its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . The left the Eurotop 300 benchmark trading just short of its highest level since January 17 -- hit earlier in the session . -1506 3123765 3123720 One of the 14 Kurds pointed at the word " refugee " in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . -1507 448135 448055 The military said it had killed 12 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , for the loss of six soldiers wounded . The military said it had killed 16 rebels and captured nine in the campaign so far , with one soldier killed and six wounded . -1508 1928336 1928826 Last year , he made his first foray into public politics , running a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . Last year , he ran a successful proposition campaign to secure state funding for after-school programs . -1509 2182439 2182561 Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police officer J.D. Tambe told Reuters , adding 26 of the dead were women . Officials are trying to retrieve the bodies from the water , " police official J.D. Tambe told Reuters . -1510 757743 757631 Two convicted killers and another inmate escaped from a state prison on a busy street Wednesday by cutting through a fence , a Corrections Department official said . A convicted killer and two other inmates cut through two fences topped with razor wire and escaped from a state prison on a busy street . -1511 3266495 3266390 The court case does not include another rule , which also took effect Nov. 29 , that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . The court case does not involve another rule that that allows cell customers to keep their phone numbers when they switch wireless companies . -1512 1958110 1958079 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI added 47.9 points , or 0.52 percent , to 9,174.35 . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 64.64 points , or 0.71 percent , at 9,191.09 , according to the latest available data . -1513 2124663 2124696 Mitchell Garabedian , an attorney representing many young men who have claimed they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of the jail death . Attorney Mitchell Garabedian , who represents many young men who say they were molested by Geoghan , said he was shocked and surprised to hear of Geoghan 's death . -1514 238742 238426 Leung faces a sentence of up to 50 years if convicted on all counts . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . -1515 1048572 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several families who had hiked up hillsides ahead of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . -1516 952419 952394 The company posted a profit of $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents per share , in the year-ago period . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . -1517 3249177 3249070 Both sets of findings were presented Dec. 1 at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . -1518 246753 246806 Murdoch 's family owns about 30 percent of News Corp. shares . The shares had risen about 16 percent in the past year . -1519 2872719 2872536 Duque arrived with Foale and Kaleri but will return to Earth with Lu and Malenchenko . Duque will return with Lu and Russia 's Yuri Malenchenko when they leave the station next week . -1520 2257636 2257745 The talks , the first involving Washington and Pyongyang since April , had their share of fireworks . The talks were the first meeting between US and North Korean negotiators since this April . -1521 2565147 2565176 The confusion capped a tumultuous week for the list , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . -1522 1952940 1953062 The blaze then spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them . The fire spread to several surrounding structures on the property and destroyed them as deputies held back firefighters . -1523 511204 510624 Among those waiting a turn was Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. Jodie Singer , a sixth-grader from Washington , D.C. , anxiously awaited her turn at the microphone . -1524 2447636 2447517 " We can presume that we 've prevented a very large number of infections and some significant amount of clinical disease , " he said . " We have prevented a very large number of infections and a significant amount of clinical disease , " Goodman said . -1525 1363185 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast-cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast created a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . -1526 2357099 2357114 Consumers still would have to get a descrambling security card from their cable operator to plug into the set . To watch pay television , consumers would insert into the set a security card provided by their cable service . -1527 31099 31002 Wells ’ other series include NBC ’ s ER and Third Watch . Wells ' other series include NBC 's " ER " and " Third Watch . " -1528 62543 62830 Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . The sales leave Mr. Turner with about 45 million shares in AOL . -1529 1771984 1771964 NASA officials are delicately seeking advice on what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces from Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some shuttle parts on display . NASA officials are seeking advice about what to do with the 84,000 shattered pieces of the space shuttle Columbia , cautiously broaching the idea of putting some parts on display . -1530 673735 673507 Customers can use Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003--available Monday--as a stepping stone to the final release this summer . Customers can deploy Release Candidate 1 of Exchange Server 2003 , which is available Monday , as a stepping stone toward the final release , which is due this summer . -1531 635287 635027 Air Canada , the largest airline in Canada and No. 11 in the world , has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . The No. 11 airline in the world , Air Canada has been under court protection from creditors since April 1 . -1532 2240133 2240383 Mr. Sweeney outlined plans for the campaign in a speech last night in Philadelphia at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . Sweeney was to outline plans for the campaign in a speech on Saturday night at the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association . -1533 476702 476605 The fire began about two hours later , the result of an explosion that was likely caused by a steam leak , officials said . The fire began about two hours later after an explosion likely caused by a steam leak , Miami-Dade Police Director Carlos Alvarez said . -1534 3243744 3243690 For the entire season , the average five-day forecast track error was 259 miles , Franklin said . " The average track error for the five-day ( forecast ) is 323 nautical miles . -1535 758152 758693 He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " " I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law , " he said . -1536 1883640 1883973 " Clearly , the debate ( over recent developments ) has had an effect , " says David Smith of the Human Rights Campaign . " Clearly , the debate and the discussion have had an effect , " says David Smith , a spokesman for the Human Rights Campaign . -1537 1692641 1692758 The commission estimated California lost $ 937 million to corporate tax shelters in 2001 . California 's lost tax revenue was mostly due to international corporate tax shelters . -1538 1381338 1380512 These men " are entitled to respect for their private lives , " Kennedy said . " The petitioners are entitled to respect for their private lives . " -1539 2005347 2005797 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . -1540 2015421 2015405 The elderly and those with weakened immune systems are also urged to protect against mosquito bites . But for the elderly and those with weakened immune systems , it can be fatal . -1541 3247313 3247294 Turkish authorities have said all the suicide bombers were Turks . Ankara says all four suicide bombers were Turkish . -1542 306380 306531 Kadyrov was not injured , but four of his bodyguards were among those killed . But Itar-Tass news agency said four of his bodyguards were among those killed by the bomb . -1543 54708 54325 Green wrote , The documents show that in one two-month period , Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to cover losses . Over one two-month period , Newsweek said Bennett wired more than $ 1.4 million to one casino to cover losses . -1544 3416357 3416291 A subsequent report claimed that Jackson had actually become a member of the Nation of Islam . Mr. Jackson is not Muslim nor a member of the Nation of Islam . -1545 747906 747766 Palm Wednesday announced plans to acquire Handspring , a company started by Jeff Hawkins , regarded by many as the father of the Palm handheld . Palm said on Wednesday it plans to buy Handspring , a company created by renegade Palm co-founder Jeff Hawkins . -1546 1820031 1819733 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates will address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . -1547 2306029 2306518 Declining issues outnumbered advancers nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Advancers outnumbered decliners by nearly 8 to 3 on the NYSE and more than 11 to 5 on Nasdaq . -1548 1834873 1834828 The new system costs between $ 1.1 million and $ 22 million , depending on configuration . The system is priced from US $ 1.1 million to $ 22.4 million , depending on configuration . -1549 2020596 2020482 Monday said it has its first customer for its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License for SCO UNIX Rights . SCO says it has signed the first enterprise customer to its controversial Intellectual Property Compliance License . -1550 1048019 1048301 Patients ' rights advocates crashed it by squeezing into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . It was crashed by patients ' rights advocates who squeezed into camera range , protesting the FMA 's acceptance of major financial support from First Professionals Insurance . -1551 197690 197747 The dollar fell as low as $ 1.1624 per euro from $ 1.1486 on Friday , and traded at $ 1.1594 at 10 : 15 a.m. in London . The dollar dropped to $ 1.1564 per euro at 7 : 30 a.m. in London from $ 1.1486 on Friday . -1552 1696670 1696696 German prosecutors have ruled out any charges in Germany , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . Studabaker told the court he would not contest extradition and German prosecutors have ruled out any charges here , meaning extradition " could happen very soon , " Ullrich said . -1553 45966 45982 The trial is entering a crucial stage as Italy prepares to assume the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . The prime minister is poised to take over the rotating presidency of the European Union on July 1 . -1554 355531 355192 " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " Williams said . " I 've stopped looters , run political parties out of abandoned buildings , caught people with large amounts of cash and weapons , " said U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Cody Williams . -1555 306786 306409 There were conflicting reports about the number of casualties yesterday . There were sharply conflicting reports tonight on the death toll . -1556 1447754 1447624 The first health-care worker in the country to die of SARS was a Filipina-Canadian who contracted the disease at North York General Hospital , the site of the second outbreak . Emile Laroza , 51 , contracted SARS while working as a nurse at North York General Hospital , the epicentre of the second SARS outbreak . -1557 129865 129996 Nextel Partners Inc . NXTP.O , which provides wireless phone service , fell 59 cents , or 9.8 percent , to $ 5.41 . Nextel Partners Inc . ( nasdaq : NXTP - news - people ) , which provides wireless phone service , fell 45 cents , or 7.5 percent , to $ 5.55 . -1558 746211 745950 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 0.11 percent , or 1.78 points , at 1,594.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . -1559 63310 63399 Tennessee officials are setting up relief services and mobile communications in Jackson after power was wiped out in the town . The state is setting up relief services and mobile communications after power was wiped out in the town . -1560 507751 507553 Colin Powell , the Secretary of State , said contacts with Iran would not stop . Secretary of State Colin Powell said yesterday that contacts with Iran would continue . -1561 3119781 3119833 The workers accuse General Dynamics of " reverse age discrimination " because of a change in retirement benefits in 1997 . General Dynamics was sued when it changed its retirement benefits in 1997 . -1562 769308 769141 South San Francisco 's Genentech , the world 's second-biggest biotechnology company , rose 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . South San Francisco , Calif . ' s Genentech , the world 's No. 2 biotech company , advanced 6.6 percent to $ 66.73 . -1563 2168769 2168543 Wyoming and New Mexico both reported two deaths within the past week . Wyoming and New Mexico reported their first deaths from the virus this past week . -1564 1319620 1319756 Net revenue rose to $ 3.99 billion from $ 3.85 billion during the same quarter last year . That is up from $ 1.14 billion during the same quarter last year . -1565 329386 329403 The April decline was the biggest since October , 2001 . Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . -1566 1661235 1661308 " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it is not our proposal but I 'm not going to be negative about it " . " I 'm not going to be sponsoring it because it 's not our proposal , but I 'm not responding to it in a negative way , " he said . -1567 893924 894133 Sources within the racing industry have told the Daily Bulletin that Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . Sources in the racing industry said Fontana will get a second NASCAR race on Labor Day weekend starting next season . -1568 3257537 3257439 Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . The latest shooting linked to the spree was a Nov. 11 shooting at Hamilton Township Elementary School in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . -1569 1177406 1177595 Common side effects include nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough , the FDA said . The most common side effects after getting the nasal spray were nasal congestion , runny nose , sore throat and cough . -1570 228847 229207 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . -1571 3062267 3062299 The judge said Congress is the best forum for weighing the prescription drug importation issue . The judge said Congress is the best forum to address the high cost of prescription drugs . -1572 228808 229298 NBC will probably end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . -1573 228853 228814 Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple whose children move back home after college . Happy Family has ex-Night Court star Larroquette and Christine Baranski as a couple with grown children who won 't leave their lives . -1574 3245018 3244942 And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration does not have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . -1575 2839498 2839484 The European Commission has developed a set of guidelines to help public administrators decide whether to migrate their enterprises to Open Source Software or not . A European Commission initiative has issued guidelines to member governments on how to migrate to open source software on both servers and desktops . -1576 1571097 1571032 Thirty-seven per cent of CEOs who expect stronger profits cited reduced costs as the main reason . In addition , 37 per cent of executives who expect to make more money cited reduced costs as the main reason . -1577 3327716 3327699 Nine seconds later , it broke the sound barrier and continued its steep powered ascent . Nine seconds later , SpaceShipOne broke the sound barrier , the company said . -1578 8570 8599 Aprils unemployment rate is the highest since late last year . Unemployment , at 6 percent , matched the highest since August 1994 . -1579 2218066 2218096 " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " said Matthew Daus , chairman of the commission . " New Yorkers didn 't embrace these units like they could have , " Matthew W. Daus , the commission 's chairman , said yesterday . -1580 1451709 1451722 The NLC advised motorists to stay at home and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . It has ordered motorists to stay off the streets and petrol stations to shut down during the strike . -1581 2030916 2030876 The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates at the bar association 's annual meeting here . The resolution was approved with no debate by delegates , who met in San Francisco for the bar association 's annual meeting . -1582 516070 516184 Reacting to Thompson 's attack , Ed Skyler , a spokesman for Bloomberg , said the controller 's statements , " while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . -1583 670903 670585 New chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one priority for David Jones as part of the review process . Newly appointed chief executive Mark McInnes has already said that capping costs would be the number one issue David Jones would tackle as a result of the review . -1584 3091436 3091610 The currency briefly weakened slightly on Monday to trade at 55.34 / 39 , not far from its record low of 55.75 . The currency briefly weakened on Monday morning but rebounded to trade at 55.25 / 29 , little changed from Friday . -1585 3413790 3413772 Its former chief Mickey Robinson was fired for cause when he left in September , the company said . Chief Executive Mickey Robinson was fired for cause in September , the company said last month . -1586 2605131 2605065 Vivendi shares closed 3.8 percent up in Paris at 15.78 euros . Vivendi shares were 0.3 percent up at 15.62 euros in Paris at 0841 GMT . -1587 2157386 2157356 Announcing the selection , Kmart CEO Julian Day said Grey will help the retailer " find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the new America consumer . " Together , we will find creative ways to communicate the unique strengths of Kmart to the ' new America ' consumer . " -1588 3368636 3368671 Today 's barrage could have been a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of intensified attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . Kimmitt said the operation was a show of force as the military steps up security against threats of attacks over the Christmas holiday by Baghdad 's 14 identified guerrilla cells . -1589 3387788 3387707 This year the Audubon Society once again hosts its annual Christmas Bird Count . It 's the National Audubon Society 's annual Christmas Bird Count , now in its 104th season . -1590 1528003 1528413 Shiites make up 20 percent of the country 's population . Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . -1591 1934638 1934599 Dotson told FBI agents that he shot Dennehy after the player tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . -1592 3363503 3363476 Micron has declared its first quarterly profit for three years . Micron 's numbers also marked the first quarterly profit in three years for the DRAM manufacturer . -1593 1091684 1091700 The final price will be the lower of a 5 per cent discount to the average trading price over the period or $ 5.50 , the institutional placement price . The final price will be a 5 per cent discount to the volume-weighted average of trading between June 23 and July 11 . -1594 1670090 1670141 The Coast Guard airlifted the survivors to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Wetherell said . Soon after , a Coast Guard helicopter landed and took the men to Bartlett Regional Hospital , Mills said . -1595 2359373 2359454 Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . -1596 617272 617129 " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " said Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal . " For one thing , it says , ' Come on , it 's working , ' " Don Marti , editor in chief of the Linux Journal told the New York Post . " -1597 953683 953742 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged up 13.33 points , or 0.15 percent , to 9,196.55 . The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > was off 7.75 points , or 0.08 percent , at 9,175.47 . -1598 2874755 2874734 Google 's investors include prominent VC firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers and Sequoia Capital , the paper noted . Google 's early stage backers in include California-based Stanford University and VC firms Kleiner Perkins and Sequoia Capital . -1599 499144 499197 Since then , Acacia had only had supervised visits with her grandmother , she said . Since then , Acacia has spent little time with her grandmother . -1600 831573 831060 The last month has been a whirlwind for an 18-year-old who led his high school team to the Ohio state championship . The last month has been a whirlwind for the 18-year-old from Akron , Ohio . -1601 477190 477267 It seemed like an isolated incident , " said Ariel Dean of Washington D.C. , who earned a degree in political science . It seemed like an isolated incident , ' ' said graduate Ariel Dean of Washington , D.C. -1602 3198727 3198674 " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " said Steve Baker , an analyst with NPD Group . " For the same reason Dell and Gateway can get TVs , there 's no reason Wal-Mart can 't get computers , " Baker said . -1603 3376153 3376232 Congratulations on being named Time magazine 's Person of the Year . Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . -1604 769313 769454 A new study , conducted in Europe , found the medicine worked just as well as an earlier disputed study , sponsored by ImClone Systems , said it did . Doctors concluded Erbitux , the cancer drug that enmeshed ImClone Systems in an insider trading scandal , worked just as well as an earlier company-sponsored study said it did . -1605 659409 659543 " People are obviously inconvenienced , " said Dr. Jim Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . -1606 2586306 2586687 " I had never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole court process and the media coverage that has surrounded the case . I never wanted the matter to come to court and have been overwhelmed by the whole process and the media coverage that has surrounded it . " -1607 2627558 2627665 The US will take on Canada in the third-place play-off in Carson on Saturday . The United States will play Canada in the third-place game Saturday . -1608 2930662 2930630 The benchmark 10-year Treasury note yield < US10YT = RR > dipped below 4.20 percent on Tuesday . Prices for Treasury securities also rose , with the yield on the benchmark 10-year note falling to 4.19 percent . -1609 14610 14656 The industry groups non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 during the month , up from Marchs reading of 47.9 . The Arizona-based ISM reported Monday that its non-manufacturing index rose to 50.7 last month , from 47.9 in March . -1610 2093893 2093858 Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , MSBlast continued to spread to new computers on Thursday , but the rate of infection has slowed significantly . Named after the msblast.exe file that contains the program , the MSBlast Internet worm infected more than 300,000 computers since Monday . -1611 1512543 1512569 The nation , Bush said , " will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men . " The United States ``will not stand by and wait for another attack , or trust in the restraint and good intentions of evil men , ' ' he declared . -1612 174279 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > advanced 11 points , or 1.25 percent , to 931 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . -1613 2613351 2613442 Another recent study shows that about 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and an additional 5 million adults have it but do not know it . Another recent study found that 12 million adults have been diagnosed with diabetes and another 5 million adults have the condition but don 't know it . -1614 2226521 2226544 A weak cold front could bring thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . As of today , forecasts show a weak cold front bringing thunderstorms into South Texas on Sunday at the same time a tropical wave moves in from the Yucatan . -1615 330590 330561 " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Minister of Health Twu Shiing-jer told parliament after he tendered his resignation to the island 's premier . " I feel that my supervision was inadequate , " Taiwan 's minister of health , Twu Shiing-jer , told parliament after tendering his resignation . -1616 1448384 1448455 An incremental step reported by researchers at the University of California , San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort . The incremental step , reported by researchers at UC San Francisco , is the latest in a decade-long effort to infect mice with the virus . -1617 1954326 1954286 The plan , which Pataki has said is unconstitutional as written , would cost the state $ 5.1 billion over the next 30 years . The plan would cost the state $ 170 million per year over the next 30 years . -1618 364462 364510 U.S. prosecutors have arrested more than 130 individuals and have seized more than $ 17 million in a continuing crackdown on Internet fraud and abuse . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . -1619 899532 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the ISD that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the government said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . -1620 374816 375021 Davey graduated Saturday from Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , with a bachelor of arts degree in religion and philosophy . Davey started attending Northwest College , which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God , in 1999 with plans to become a minister . -1621 554638 554534 The pressure may well rise on Thursday , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . -1622 299108 299205 On Monday , as first reported by CNET News.com , the RIAA withdrew a DMCA notice to Penn State University 's astronomy and astrophysics department . Last Thursday , the RIAA sent a stiff copyright warning to Penn State 's department of astronomy and astrophysics . -1623 2565152 2565186 Nottingham found speech is treated unequally because the list applies to calls from businesses but not charities . In that order , Nottingham ruled the do-not-call list unconstitutional on free-speech grounds because it applied to calls from businesses but not charities . -1624 343453 343474 " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete , " Barrett said . " IT is the only vehicle on which established economies will be able to compete " with fast-growing economies such as China and India , Barrett said . -1625 2786510 2786651 Still , revenues from the extra premiums would not be huge . How would the extra premiums be collected ? -1626 3122956 3123183 Some opposition leaders said they would reserve comment until mourning was over , but others called for the immediate withdrawal of troops . Some opposition leaders called for withdrawing troops , but others said they would reserve comment until mourning was over . -1627 1912659 1912526 The consumer group generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue from January to June , 53 % of Citigroup 's profit and revenue . It generated $ 4.47 billion of profit and $ 20 billion of revenue in the year 's first half , 53 percent of Citigroup 's totals . -1628 987313 987026 Kiernan testified that Seifert had received a gunshot wound to the back . Seifert , he testified , had a gunshot wound in the back . -1629 1575412 1575336 There was no immediate comment from Savage , who did not respond to E-mail requests for an interview . There was no immediate comment from Savage , according to a spokesman at his office in California . -1630 2452553 2452635 Sources say agents confiscated " several " documents he was carrying . Agents confiscated several classified documents in his possession and interrogated him . -1631 331466 331358 In the ensuing gun battle two Palestinian militants were killed and 17 people were wounded . Two 15-year-olds were also killed by Israeli fire and 17 people were wounded , according to the witnesses . -1632 1840733 1840987 " If you have more turnovers , if you 're at the bottom of the league in turnover ratio [ Washington was 29th ] , your chances aren 't good . " If you have more turnovers or you 're in the bottom of the league in turnovers , your chances aren 't very good . -1633 853142 853125 Women who eat potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy may be at risk of triggering type 1 diabetes in their children , Melbourne researchers believe . Australian researchers believe they have found a trigger of type 1 diabetes in children - their mothers eating potatoes and other tuberous vegetables during pregnancy . -1634 1964852 1964543 ALBANY , N.Y. State Senate Majority Leader Joseph Bruno announced Friday he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer . LBANY , Aug. 8 Joseph L. Bruno , the State Senate majority leader , announced today that he had prostate cancer . -1635 1197054 1196966 " The £ 5m would give BA a considerable return on the £ 5 it originally paid the government for the aircraft . " The £ 5m gives BA a considerable return on the £ 5 they originally paid for Concorde . -1636 3159764 3159741 There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved to treat only one subtype that represents a minority of cases . There is only one drug on the market for macular degeneration , and it is approved for the treatment of one subtype representing a minority of cases . -1637 941632 941989 And when asked if he felt regret or guilt about the attack his answer was an adamant " no " . Asked if he felt any regret about theOctober 12 attack , the answer was an adamant " no " . -1638 1367350 1366951 The local people say four Iraqis were killed and four were injured . Witnesses said four Iraqis were killed and 14 injured during the protest and clash with British forces . -1639 1084871 1085208 Veteran stage and screen actor Hume Cronyn died of cancer Sunday . Character actor Hume Cronyn , 91 , died Sunday at his home in Connecticut . -1640 1454437 1454340 Tongue-in-cheek , it recounts incidents where the Chief Executive and his administration let the people of Hong Kong down . Chief executive Tung Chee-hwa doesn 't answer to the people of Hong Kong . -1641 2427943 2427904 The gunman , identified as Harold Kilpatrick Jr . , 26 , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today . " The gunman , 26-year-old Harold Kilpatrick jnr , had left a note saying he " wanted to kill some people and die today " . -1642 1669438 1669602 Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week . A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . -1643 1118041 1117981 The new department is charged with patrolling borders , analyzing U.S. intelligence , responding to emergencies and guarding against terrorism , among other tasks . They patrol borders , analyze U.S. intelligence , respond to emergencies and guard against terrorism , among other tasks . -1644 3310301 3310210 The broadside came during the recording Saturday night of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops and many elite of Italian society , witnesses said . The announcement was made during the recording of a Christmas concert attended by top Vatican cardinals , bishops , and many elite from Italian society , witnesses said . -1645 1611583 1611548 So in his State of the Union address in January , Bush declared that the British government " has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " In his Jan. 28 State of the Union message , Bush said , " The British government has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa . " -1646 2011668 2011806 Several witnesses have told the court Bashir heads JI , accused of seeking to create an Islamic state in the region . A number of witnesses have told the court Bashir heads Jemaah Islamiah , accused of wanting an Islamic state in the region . -1647 293974 294012 People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually may be well on their way to hypertension under new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . People who once thought their blood pressure was fine actually need to start exercising and eating better , according to new U.S. guidelines published on Wednesday . -1648 2224728 2224687 A 32-count indictment " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , " U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez said . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . -1649 867353 867420 The jury also found Gonzales guilty of using excessive force by dousing Olvera-Carrera with pepper spray . Gonzales was found guilty of using excessive force by spraying Olvera with pepper spray . -1650 1641945 1642240 The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . There are five ethnic Kurds , five Sunni Muslims , a Christian and a Turkoman . -1651 3193117 3193145 Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America 's innocence . Oran Smith , president of the Palmetto Family Council , said the assassination marked the end of America ’ s innocence , giving way to the if-it-feels-good-do-it 1960s and ’ 70s . -1652 2691868 2691958 Yee is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point , New York . Yee grew up in the United States and graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point . -1653 276533 276461 Militias also attacked local United Nations offices and , according to a United Nations spokesman , have fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . Militias also attacked local U.N. offices and , according to a U.N. spokesman , had fired into crowds seeking shelter near the airport in Bunia . -1654 3004426 3004295 Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertsons Inc. bargain jointly with Safeway and locked out their union workers the next day . In a show of corporate solidarity , Kroger Co . , which owns Ralphs , and Albertson Inc. locked out their workers the next morning . -1655 3117712 3117462 When ex-Mepham head coach Kevin McElroy walked into the court to testify , some of the victims ' supporters turned their backs on him . When varsity coach Kevin McElroy walked into the courthouse with his attorney , the crowd turned their backs on him . -1656 104151 104003 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI ended up 56.79 points , or 0.67 percent , at 8,588.36 -- its highest level since January 17 . The Dow Jones Industrial Average ( $ DJ : news , chart , profile ) rose 56 points , or 0.7 percent , to 8,588 . -1657 2110363 2110345 SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with " ELF " and other slogans , and another was set ablaze in front of a house , Sgt. Tom Wright said . Several SUVs parked on residential streets in Monrovia were tagged with ``ELF ' ' and other slogans , said Sgt. Tom Wright . -1658 3289883 3289845 The number of public WiFi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 to 85,000 by the end of 2004 , IDC said . Wi-Fi will continue to grow : The number of public Wi-Fi hot spots will grow from the current 50,000 , to 85,000 by the end of the year , IDC said . -1659 637047 636631 The launch marks the start of a new golden age in Mars exploration . The launch marks the start of a race to find life on another planet . -1660 313967 314114 The family owns Cheetahs strip clubs here and in Las Vegas . The searches were conducted simultaneously with raids on strip clubs in San Diego and Las Vegas . -1661 1151064 1151081 Brendsel and chief financial officer Vaughn Clarke resigned June 9 . The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . -1662 1903325 1903712 Among those awaiting Schwarzenegger 's decision was former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan . A no-go from Schwarzenegger would clear the track for another Republican , former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan . -1663 2944743 2944909 As a precaution , NASA instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects in the station 's Russian module . But NASA has instructed space station astronauts to periodically seek shelter from the storm 's effects . -1664 3176511 3176542 National City shares were down 15 cents to $ 32.43 on the New York Stock Exchange . National City 's stock ended the day at $ 32.58 , up 9 cents , in trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -1665 2688546 2688496 Entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the network 's chokepoints and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . It may be dying because entrenched interests are positioning themselves to control the Internet 's choke-points and they are lobbying the FCC to aid and abet them . " -1666 3122364 3122262 The village last said sorry in 1993 , when it presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots - which cannibals had tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . In 1993 , villagers presented the Methodist Church of Fiji with Baker 's boots — which cannibals tried unsuccessfully to cook and eat . -1667 2948400 2948273 " I came basically to Washington to establish relationships and to make sure that we are getting more federal money to California , " Schwarzenegger said after meeting with congressional Republicans . " I came to Washington basically to establish relationships and make sure we are getting more federal money , " Schwarzenegger said after one meeting . -1668 1787945 1787975 Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter , and it ended the quarter with $ 2.2 billion in cash . Southwest said its traffic was up 4.6 percent in the quarter on a capacity increase of 4.2 percent . -1669 1708624 1708562 The vulnerability affects an interface with RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP port 135 , according to Microsoft . The security hole was detected into the section of RPC that deals with message exchange over TCP / IP , Microsoft explained . -1670 1496702 1496674 Smith , 59 , is charged with fraud for allegedly filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and with gross negligence for allegedly allowing her access to classified materials . Smith , 59 , is charged with filing false reports to FBI headquarters about Leung 's reliability and allowing her access to classified materials . -1671 2564708 2564917 The proportion of people covered by employers dropped from 62.3 percent in 2001 to 61.3 percent last year . The proportion of Americans with insurance from employers declined to 61.3 percent , from 62.6 percent in 2001 and 63.6 percent in 2000 . -1672 737893 737776 Miss Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but what she did , " Mr Comey continued . " Martha Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is but because of what she did , " he said . -1673 3111198 3111209 THE compact disc could be history within five years after scientists invented a replacement the size of a fingertip . COMPACT discs could be history within five years after scientists made a fingertip-sized replacement . -1674 386400 386461 Authorities questioned O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at the self-storage company . Authorities interviewed O 'Dell in Pennsylvania over the weekend after identifying her through records at Customer Storage Rentals . -1675 3253618 3253747 The delay comes on the heels of Boeing Chairman Phil Condit 's resignation Monday . On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . -1676 2130580 2130592 Fighting erupted after four North Korean journalists confronted a dozen South Korean activists protesting human rights abuses in the North outside the main media centre . Trouble flared when at least four North Korean reporters rushed from the Taegu media centre to confront a dozen activists protesting against human rights abuses in the North . -1677 1419079 1418712 GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. Annika Sorenstam drew the crowds , Michelle Wie got the publicity but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP , N.J. > > Annika Sorenstam and Michelle Wie drew the crowds , but Angela Stanford took her first LPGA victory . -1678 1483520 1483646 Founders of the group are Matsushita Electric , Sony , Hitachi , NEC , Royal Philips Electronics , Samsung , Sharp and Toshiba . CELF 's founding members are Hitachi , Matsushita , NEC , Philips , Samsung , Sharp , Sony , and Toshiba . -1679 1590814 1590976 Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO employee Carl Griver , who used to work for Global Crossing . Global Crossing wants documents related to the regulatory-approval process and information on XO Chief Executive Carl J. Grivner , who used to be Global Crossing & apos ; s chief operating officer . -1680 3119966 3120204 Roy Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stood accused but unrepentant Wednesday in the same courtroom he recently presided over . Moore , the suspended chief justice of the Alabama Supreme Court , stands trial before the Alabama Court of the Judiciary . -1681 3436605 3436675 Faced with these circumstances , Halliburton " is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " Sumner wrote . " KBR is left with no option for providing these services from Kuwait other than to continue obtaining them from Altanmia , " the document said . -1682 1549634 1549576 The three-story brick building has apartments on the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Café downstairs . The three-story brick building houses apartments in the upper floors and the Snack Bar and Caf on its downstairs . -1683 1096779 1096224 But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.07 points , or 0.11 percent , at 1,010.59 . -1684 2465280 2465088 The teenager was in surgery at a hospital and the extent of his injuries was not available , police said . The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . -1685 1428179 1428273 But a senior State Department official said : " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify . " " We 'll decide how to keep the proper incentives there for countries to sign and for countries that have signed to ratify , " the official said . -1686 1745015 1744908 Yahoo accounts for 159,354 of the BSD sites , with 152,054 from NTT / Verio and 129,378 from Infospace , the survey found . Another 152,054 are from IP services company NTT / Verio , and 129,378 from InfoSpace , the survey found . -1687 968701 968645 First Essex , with $ 1.8 billion of assets , employs about 360 people and operates 11 offices in Massachusetts and nine in southern New Hampshire . First Essex operates 20 banking offices in two counties in Massachusetts and three counties in southern New Hampshire . -1688 1112037 1111841 Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs , said that Kempthorne has " shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection . " Kempthorne has ' ' shown a distinct contempt for environmental protection , ' ' said Mark Longabaugh , the league 's vice president for political affairs . -1689 1419980 1420305 Stanford bested a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as 13-year-old phenom Michelle Wie . She did — and then some , besting a 144-player field that included former winners Sorenstam and Juli Inkster , as well as Wie . -1690 1957182 1957155 But those modest gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of 43,000 jobs in Santa Clara County and 18,000 jobs in the San Francisco-Peninsula-Marin area . But those tiny gains weren 't nearly enough to offset the loss of nearly 62,000 jobs in the Santa Clara County-San Francisco areas . -1691 1959142 1959245 According to law enforcement officials , the person arrested was a known sophisticated hacker . According to law enforcement officials , the individual decrypted passwords on the server . -1692 233102 232964 The stunning art robbery on Sunday was one of the biggest in Europe in recent years . Art historians said it was one of the significant art thefts in Europe in recent years . -1693 1463764 1463865 The new orders index rose to 52.2 percent from 51.9 percent in May . The New Orders Index rose by 0.3 percentage points from 51.9 percent in May to 52.2 percent in June . -1694 2170845 2170948 Bush turned out a statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and said , " Our journey into space will go on . " Mr. Bush did not discuss this when he issued a brief statement yesterday thanking the commission for its work , and saying , " Our journey into space will go on . " -1695 427090 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared to 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . -1696 2112329 2112377 " I would rather be talking about positive numbers than negative . But I would rather be talking about high standards rather than low standards . " -1697 2211297 2211254 Pataki praised Abraham 's decision , and LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said the cable should be kept in operation permanently . LIPA Chairman Richard Kessel said that meant the cable could be used " as we see fit . -1698 3437637 3437279 Mr McDonnell is leading Grant Thornton International 's inquiry into the Italian business . Mr McDonnell wants to establish if the Italian business followed Grant Thornton 's audit procedures . -1699 2746747 2746898 The Tuesday Supreme Court announcement stems from an appeal involving Michael Newdow , a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary schoolchildren , hears the pledge recited daily . The Supreme Court justices agreed to hear an appeal involving a California atheist whose 9-year-old daughter , like most elementary school children , hears the Pledge of Allegiance recited daily . -1700 125001 125313 Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or tougher bans . -1701 251333 251101 Immunizing mice with pneumococcusleads tothe generation of antibodies that the researchers think lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . Immunizing mice with pneumococcus means generating antibodies that the researchers believe lead to the protection from heart disease , he said . -1702 3214344 3214663 After Freitas ' opening statement , King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel recessed trial until after the Thanksgiving weekend . King County Superior Court Judge Charles Mertel will then recess the trial until Monday . -1703 1900475 1900613 He said McKevitt was " the man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands " . McKevitt is a terrorist , a man who has the blood of innocent people on his hands . " -1704 63398 63309 The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 of the state 's 16 fatalities were reported . The governor is going to Jackson , where 13 people were killed . -1705 447341 447413 The Ministry of Defence said that " an investigation is being conducted into allegations that have been made against a British officer who was serving in Iraq " . The Ministry of Defence said yesterday : “ We can confirm that an investigation is being conducted into allegations surrounding a British officer who served in Iraq . -1706 2799036 2799108 Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if he did not return , the witness testified . Mr. Malik assured him that he would be considered a martyr if anything happened to him as a result of his trip , the witness said . -1707 1860144 1860423 Florida Sen. Bob Graham was not identifiable by 61 percent of those polled . Kerry was viewed favorably by 66 percent of those polled ; Dean at 57 percent . -1708 3443605 3443540 That kept the records sealed as Limbaugh 's attorneys prepared to file an appeal . A day later , Winikoff sealed the records again to give Limbaugh 's attorneys time to appeal . -1709 2426916 2427018 States of emergency were declared in all four states as well as West Virginia , Delaware , New Jersey and Washington DC . States of emergency were declared in North Carolina , Virginia , Washington DC , Maryland , West Virginia , Delaware , Pennsylvania and New Jersey . -1710 2397052 2397452 At midnight on Wednesday , 68 percent of voters said " no " to the tax , with 97 percent of the votes counted . With 97 percent of precincts counted tonight , 68 percent of voters opposed the tax . -1711 454259 454303 PwC itself paid $ 5m last year over alleged violations of independence rules . In July 2002 , PWC paid $ 5 million to settle alleged violations of auditor independence rules . -1712 3280084 3280180 The addition of the house shooting expands the investigation area east by two miles , with the police now examining a seven-mile section of the freeway . The house shooting expands the investigation area east by three kilometres , with the police now examining an 11-kilometre section of the freeway . -1713 2845121 2845371 He planned to stay all day until the river crested , which was forecast for late last night . He and the other lawyers planned to stay until the river starts receding . -1714 1499455 1499343 Remaining shares will be held by QVC 's management . Members of the QVC management team hold the remaining shares . -1715 716902 716604 The New York Yankees took third baseman Eric Duncan from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey with the 27th pick . The Yankees selected Eric Duncan , a third baseman from Seton Hall Prep in New Jersey , with the 27th pick . -1716 1670781 1670669 Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in San Jose , and authorities said they expected him back in New Hampshire on Tuesday . Gehring waived extradition Monday during a hearing in Santa Clara County Superior Court in San Jose and was expected Tuesday in New Hampshire . -1717 912454 912640 " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , " said Silver . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley , ' ' the Silver statement said . " -1718 692248 692178 Crews worked to install a new culvert and prepare the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel as storm clouds threatened to dump more rain . Crews worked to install a new culvert and repave the highway so motorists could use the eastbound lanes for travel . -1719 1917207 1917187 The deal , approved by both companies ' board of directors , is expected to be completed in the third quarter of Nvidia 's fiscal third quarter . The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . -1720 2685984 2686122 After Hughes refused to rehire Hernandez , he complained to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission . Hernandez filed an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaint and sued . -1721 339215 339172 There are 103 Democrats in the Assembly and 47 Republicans . Democrats dominate the Assembly while Republicans control the Senate . -1722 2996850 2996734 Bethany Hamilton remained in stable condition Saturday after the attack Friday morning . Bethany , who remained in stable condition after the attack Friday morning , talked of the attack Saturday . -1723 2095781 2095812 Last week the power station ’ s US owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . -1724 2136244 2136052 Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/train.tsv b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/train.tsv deleted file mode 100644 index da9362aaa5..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/MRPC/train.tsv +++ /dev/null @@ -1,3669 +0,0 @@ -Quality #1 ID #2 ID #1 String #2 String -1 702876 702977 Amrozi accused his brother , whom he called " the witness " , of deliberately distorting his evidence . Referring to him as only " the witness " , Amrozi accused his brother of deliberately distorting his evidence . -0 2108705 2108831 Yucaipa owned Dominick 's before selling the chain to Safeway in 1998 for $ 2.5 billion . Yucaipa bought Dominick 's in 1995 for $ 693 million and sold it to Safeway for $ 1.8 billion in 1998 . -1 1330381 1330521 They had published an advertisement on the Internet on June 10 , offering the cargo for sale , he added . On June 10 , the ship 's owners had published an advertisement on the Internet , offering the explosives for sale . -0 3344667 3344648 Around 0335 GMT , Tab shares were up 19 cents , or 4.4 % , at A $ 4.56 , having earlier set a record high of A $ 4.57 . Tab shares jumped 20 cents , or 4.6 % , to set a record closing high at A $ 4.57 . -1 1236820 1236712 The stock rose $ 2.11 , or about 11 percent , to close Friday at $ 21.51 on the New York Stock Exchange . PG & E Corp. shares jumped $ 1.63 or 8 percent to $ 21.03 on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . -1 738533 737951 Revenue in the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . With the scandal hanging over Stewart 's company , revenue the first quarter of the year dropped 15 percent from the same period a year earlier . -0 264589 264502 The Nasdaq had a weekly gain of 17.27 , or 1.2 percent , closing at 1,520.15 on Friday . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite .IXIC rallied 30.46 points , or 2.04 percent , to 1,520.15 . -1 579975 579810 The DVD-CCA then appealed to the state Supreme Court . The DVD CCA appealed that decision to the U.S. Supreme Court . -0 3114205 3114194 That compared with $ 35.18 million , or 24 cents per share , in the year-ago period . Earnings were affected by a non-recurring $ 8 million tax benefit in the year-ago period . -0 222621 222514 Shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , rose more than 2 percent . Shares of Xoma fell 16 percent in early trade , while shares of Genentech , a much larger company with several products on the market , were up 2 percent . -0 3131772 3131625 Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won overwhelming House approval in March . Legislation making it harder for consumers to erase their debts in bankruptcy court won speedy , House approval in March and was endorsed by the White House . -0 58747 58516 The Nasdaq composite index increased 10.73 , or 0.7 percent , to 1,514.77 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . -1 1464126 1464107 But he added group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . De Sole said in the results statement that group performance would improve in the second half of the year and beyond . -1 771416 771467 He told The Sun newspaper that Mr. Hussein 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum . " Saddam 's daughters had British schools and hospitals in mind when they decided to ask for asylum -- especially the schools , " he told The Sun . -0 142746 142671 Gyorgy Heizler , head of the local disaster unit , said the coach was carrying 38 passengers . The head of the local disaster unit , Gyorgy Heizler , said the coach driver had failed to heed red stop lights . -0 1286053 1286069 Rudder was most recently senior vice president for the Developer & Platform Evangelism Business . Senior Vice President Eric Rudder , formerly head of the Developer and Platform Evangelism unit , will lead the new entity . -0 1563874 1563853 As well as the dolphin scheme , the chaos has allowed foreign companies to engage in damaging logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . Internal chaos has allowed foreign companies to set up damaging commercial logging and fishing operations without proper monitoring or export controls . -1 2150265 2150184 Sheena Young of Child , the national infertility support network , hoped the guidelines would lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . Sheena Young , a spokesman for Child , the national infertility support network , said the proposed guidelines should lead to a more " fair and equitable " service for infertility sufferers . -0 2044342 2044457 " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " he said , adding the growth could replace jobs lost . " I think you 'll see a lot of job growth in the next two years , " said Mankiw . -1 1284150 1284173 The new Finder puts a user 's folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location , providing one-click access . Panther 's redesigned Finder navigation tool puts a user 's favourite folders , hard drive , network servers , iDisk and removable media in one location . -1 3270389 3270327 But tropical storm warnings and watches were posted today for Haiti , western portions of the Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turk and Caicos islands . Tropical storm warnings were in place Thursday for Jamaica and Haiti and watches for the western Dominican Republic , the southeastern Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos islands . -1 2294059 2294112 A federal magistrate in Fort Lauderdale ordered him held without bail . Zuccarini was ordered held without bail Wednesday by a federal judge in Fort Lauderdale , Fla . -0 1713015 1712982 A BMI of 25 or above is considered overweight ; 30 or above is considered obese . A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal , over 25 is considered overweight and 30 or greater is defined as obese . -1 1321918 1321644 Six months ago , the IMF and Argentina struck a bare-minimum $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal that expires in August . But six months ago , the two sides managed to strike a $ 6.8-billion debt rollover deal , which expires in August . -1 1239046 1239031 Inhibited children tend to be timid with new people , objects , and situations , while uninhibited children spontaneously approach them . Simply put , shy invividuals tend to be more timid with new people and situations . -1 2907515 2907224 I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , he said Sunday inside the Grand Central concourse . " I wanted to bring the most beautiful people into the most beautiful building , " Tunick said Sunday . -0 2791650 2791604 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 < .SPX > fell 10.75 points , or 1.02 percent , to 1,039.32 . The S & P 500 index was up 1.26 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,039.32 after sinking 10.75 yesterday . -0 2559762 2559517 Duque will return to Earth Oct. 27 with the station 's current crew , U.S. astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . Currently living onboard the space station are American astronaut Ed Lu and Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko . -1 105493 105432 Singapore is already the United States ' 12th-largest trading partner , with two-way trade totaling more than $ 34 billion . Although a small city-state , Singapore is the 12th-largest trading partner of the United States , with trade volume of $ 33.4 billion last year . -1 14663 14617 The largest gains were seen in prices , new orders , inventories and exports . Sub-indexes measuring prices , new orders , inventories and exports increased . -1 1692902 1692851 Trading in Loral was halted yesterday ; the shares closed on Monday at $ 3.01 . The New York Stock Exchange suspended trading yesterday in Loral , which closed at $ 3.01 Friday . -0 1480561 1480670 Earnings per share from recurring operations will be 13 cents to 14 cents . That beat the company 's April earnings forecast of 8 to 9 cents a share . -1 3089434 3089441 He plans to have dinner with troops at Kosovo 's U.S. military headquarters , Camp Bondsteel . After that , he plans to have dinner at Camp Bondsteel with U.S. troops stationed there . -1 2538111 2538021 Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . ( JCP ) and Walgreen Co . ( WAG ) kick things off on Monday . Retailers J.C. Penney Co . Inc . JCP.N and Walgreen Co . WAG.N kick things off on Monday . -1 1341941 1341915 Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . He added that prosecutors will seek the death penalty . -1 374967 375017 Last year the court upheld Cleveland 's school voucher program , ruling 5-4 that vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents a choice of religious and secular schools . Last year , the court ruled 5-4 in an Ohio case that government vouchers are constitutional if they provide parents with choices among a range of religious and secular schools . -0 2321401 2321455 He beat testicular cancer that had spread to his lungs and brain . Armstrong , 31 , battled testicular cancer that spread to his brain . -1 1356545 1356676 Sorkin , who faces charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice and lying to a grand jury , was to have been tried separately . Sorkin was to have been tried separately on charges of conspiracy and lying to a grand jury . -0 2198036 2198094 Graves reported from Albuquerque , Villafranca from Austin and Ratcliffe from Laredo . Pete Slover reported from Laredo and Gromer Jeffers from Albuquerque . -1 921159 921272 The US chip market is expected to decline 2.1 percent this year , then grow 15.7 percent in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . -1 740726 739960 The group will be headed by State Department official John S. Wolf , who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . The group will be headed by John S. Wolf , an assistant secretary of state who has served in Australia , Vietnam , Greece and Pakistan . -0 284798 284937 The commission must work out the plan 's details , but the average residential customer paying $ 840 a year would get a savings of about $ 30 annually . An average residential customer paying $ 840 a year for electricity could see a savings of $ 30 annually . -1 1041293 1041421 The company has said it plans to restate its earnings for 2000 through 2002 . The company had announced in January that it would have to restate earnings for 2002 , 2001 and perhaps 2000 . -1 2630545 2630577 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . PEP.N were likely to be in the spotlight . Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . -1 1014977 1014962 " The result is an overall package that will provide significant economic growth for our employees over the next four years . " " The result is an overall package that will provide a significant economic growth for our employees over the next few years , " he said . -1 2674986 2674800 The songs are on offer for 99 cents each , or $ 9.99 for an album . The company will offer songs for 99 cents and albums for $ 9.95 . -1 2193346 2193362 However , the talk was downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow accretive . The talk , however , has been downplayed by PBL which said it would focus only on smaller purchases that were immediately earnings and cash flow-accretive . -1 149798 149596 Comcast Class A shares were up 8 cents at $ 30.50 in morning trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The stock rose 48 cents to $ 30 yesterday in Nasdaq Stock Market trading . -1 213302 213135 The Washington Post said Airlite would shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president ’ s appearance . The plant plans to shut down its first shift and parts of the second shift Monday to accommodate the president 's appearance , Crosby said . -0 1963350 1963106 A former teammate , Carlton Dotson , has been charged with the murder . His body was found July 25 , and former teammate Carlton Dotson has been charged in his shooting death . -1 3035675 3035707 Several of the questions asked by the audience in the fast-paced forum were new to the candidates . Several of the audience questions were new to the candidates as well . -1 622300 622384 Meanwhile , the global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll from SARS was at least 767 , with more than 8,300 people sickened since the virus first appeared in southern China in November . -0 962311 962987 The battles marked day four of a U.S. sweep to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . Twenty-seven Iraqis were killed , pushing the number of opposition deaths to about 100 in a U.S. operation to hunt down supporters of Saddam Hussein 's fallen regime . -0 2506257 2506206 The women then had follow-up examinations after five , 12 and 24 years . The women had follow-up examinations in 1974-75 , 1980-81 and 1992-93 , but were not asked about stress again . -0 221038 221083 The Embraer jets are scheduled to be delivered by September 2006 . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . -1 1097577 1097664 Contrary to what PeopleSoft management would have you believe , Oracle intends to fully support PeopleSoft customers and products for many years to come . " Ellison said that contrary to the contentions of PeopleSoft management , Oracle intends to " fully support PeopleSoft customers and products " for many years to come . -0 218017 218035 Application Intelligence will be included as part of the company 's SmartDefense application , which is included with Firewall-1 . The new application intelligence features will be available June 3 and are included with the SmartDefense product , which comes with FireWall-1 . -0 2277501 2277502 American Masters : Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin ( Wed . Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " -1 423245 423228 The downtime , to take place in May and June , is expected to cut production by 60 million to 70 million board feet . The downtime is expected to take 60 million to 70 million board feet out of the companys system . -1 1336931 1336883 On July 3 , Troy is expected to be sentenced to life in prison without parole . Troy faces life in prison without parole at his July 30 sentencing . -1 2208366 2208492 The University of Michigan released a new undergraduate admission process Thursday , dropping a point system the U.S. Supreme Court found unconstitutional in June . The University of Michigan released today a new admissions policy after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down in June the way it previously admitted undergraduates . -1 2405153 2405189 The processors were announced in San Jose at the Intel Developer Forum . The new processor was unveiled at the Intel Developer Forum 2003 in San Jose , Calif . -0 3334905 3334946 The Justice Department filed suit Thursday against the state of Mississippi for failing to end what federal officials call " disturbing " abuse of juveniles and " unconscionable " conditions at two state-run facilities . The Justice Department filed a civil rights lawsuit Thursday against the state of Mississippi , alleging abuse of juvenile offenders at two state-run facilities . -1 1641162 1641062 It said the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gasses to penetrate the ship 's thermal armor during Columbia 's ill-fated reentry . The document says the damage to the wing provided a pathway for hot gases to penetrate Columbia 's thermal armour during its fatal re-entry . -1 244062 243899 Also demonstrating box-office strength _ and getting seven Tony nominations _ was a potent revival of Eugene O 'Neill 's family drama , " Long Day 's Journey Into Night . " Also demonstrating box-office strength -- and getting seven Tony nominations -- was a potent revival of Eugene ONeills family drama , Long Days Journey Into Night . " -1 2070455 2070493 But Secretary of State Colin Powell brushed off this possibility Wednesday . Secretary of State Colin Powell last week ruled out a non-aggression treaty . -1 1996069 1996101 Thomas and Tauzin say , as do many doctors , that the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . Like many doctors , Mr. Thomas and Mr. Tauzin say the Bush administration has the power to correct some of those flaws . -1 23807 23792 Based on experience elsewhere , it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , he added . U.S. military officials have said it could take up to two years before regular elections are held , based on experiences elsewhere in the world . -1 1211287 1210972 The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions around the world , received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration yesterday . The first biotechnology treatment for asthma , the constriction of the airways that affects millions of Americans , received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday . -1 2512758 2512692 FBI agents arrested a former partner of Big Four accounting firm Ernst & Young ERNY.UL on criminal charges of obstructing federal investigations , U.S. officials said on Thursday . A former partner of accountancy firm Ernst & Young was yesterday arrested by FBI agents in the US on charges of obstructing federal investigations . -0 3183829 3183863 Kelly will begin meetings with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov in Washington on Monday . Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Losyukov said in Moscow Tuesday a firm date would be fixed by this months end . -1 3257588 3257537 The latest shooting linked to the spree was a November 11 shooting at Hamilton Central Elementary School in Obetz , about 3km from the freeway . Another shooting linked to the spree occurred Nov. 11 at Hamilton Central Elementary in Obetz , about two miles from the freeway . -0 1321343 1321577 The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended down 128 points , or 1.4 % , at 9073 , while the Nasdaq fell 34 points , or 2.1 % , to 1610 . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 3.90 , or 0.04 percent , at 9,113.75 , having gained 36.90 on Tuesday . -1 2560856 2560808 PDC will also almost certainly fan the flames of speculation about Longhorn 's release . PDC will also almost certainly reignite speculation about release dates of Microsoft 's new products . -1 2728434 2728420 Sales - a figure watched closely as a barometer of its health - rose 5 percent instead of falling as many industry experts had predicted . It also disclosed that sales -- a figure closely watched by analysts as a barometer of its health -- were significantly higher than industry experts expected . -1 3277643 3277659 NEC is pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including health care and hospitality . NEC 's pitching its wireless gear and management software to a variety of industries , including healthcare and hospitality , a company spokesman said . -1 2621134 2621174 Elena Slough , considered to be the nation 's oldest person and the third oldest person in the world , died early Sunday morning . ELENA Slough , considered to be the oldest person in the US and the third oldest person in the world , has died . -1 2529661 2529575 " We are declaring war on sexual harassment and sexual assault . " We have declared war on sexual assault and sexual harassment , " Rosa said . -0 953744 953727 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . -0 1268733 1268445 The dollar was at 117.85 yen against the Japanese currency , up 0.1 percent . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . -1 304482 304430 El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers fiercely resisted the army assault this morning , firing Kalashnikov rifles . El Watan , an Algerian newspaper , reported that the kidnappers put up fierce resistance during the army assault , firing Kalashnikov rifles . -0 472952 472535 But Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) declined 3,000 yen , or 0.65 percent , to 456,000 yen . Sumitomo Mitsui Financial ( JP : 8316 : news , chart , profile ) was down 2.5 percent at 198,000 yen . -0 3119349 3119343 " We 're just dealing with bragging rights here , who wins and who loses . " " Leaving aside attorney fees , we 're dealing with bragging rights of who wins and who loses , " said Gammerman . -1 224868 225233 Shares of Hartford rose $ 2.88 to $ 46.50 in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . Shares of Hartford were up $ 2.28 , or 5.2 percent , to $ 45.90 in midday trading . -0 2678208 2678191 This Palm OS smart phone is the last product the company will release before it becomes a part of palmOne . This was almost certainly its last full quarter before the company becomes a part of Palm . -0 1177915 1178039 And they think the protein probably is involved in the spread of other forms of cancer . They researchers say the research could be relevant to other forms of cancer . -1 129193 129302 Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , won approval to restart the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after it admitted falsifying inspection reports . Tokyo Electric Power Co . , Asia 's largest power company , restarted the first of 17 nuclear reactors it shut down after admitting it falsified inspection reports . -1 2843951 2843930 Tuition at four-year private colleges averaged $ 19,710 this year , up 6 percent from 2002 . For the current academic year , tuition at public colleges averaged $ 4,694 , up almost $ 600 from the year before . -0 1849508 1849367 Security lights have also been installed and police have swept the grounds for booby traps . Security lights have also been installed on a barn near the front gate . -1 2624848 2624568 He said that with the U.S.-backed peace plan , or road map , “ in a coma , ” the attack could easily widen conflict through the region . Mr Jouejati said that with the US-backed road map " in a coma " the attack could easily widen through the region . -1 2293340 2293455 A successful attack could be launched within any type of document that supports VBA , including Microsoft Word , Excel or PowerPoint . But this could happen with any document format that supports VBA , including Word , Excel or PowerPoint . -1 2750203 2750153 Officials at Brandeis said this was an " extremely heartrending " time for the campus . " This is an extremely heartrending time for the entire Brandeis University community . -0 2622625 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . -1 1946553 1946598 Fewer than a dozen FBI agents were dispatched to secure and analyze evidence . Fewer than a dozen FBI agents will be sent to Iraq to secure and analyze evidence of the bombing . -1 2216702 2216672 Those who only had surgery lived an average of 46 months . For those who got surgery alone , median survival was 41 months . -1 742090 742015 Tonight a spokesman for Russia 's foreign ministry said the ministry may issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on cooperation with Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . Tonight a spokesman for the Russian Foreign Ministry said it might issue a statement on Thursday clarifying Russia 's position on aiding Iran 's nuclear-energy efforts . -1 1795859 1795818 A day earlier , a committee appointed by reformist President Mohammad Khatami called for an independent judicial inquiry into Kazemi 's death . A day earlier , a committee appointed by President Mohammad Khatami had called for an independent inquiry into the 54-year-old photojournalist 's death . -1 2592956 2592914 The suite comes complete with a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation software and other components , while continuing its tradition of utilizing an XML-based file format . The suite includes a word processor , spreadsheet , presentation application ( analogous to PowerPoint ) , and other components -- all built around the XML file format . -1 2845442 2845257 Downstream at Mount Vernon , the Skagit River was expected to crest at 36 feet -- 8 feet above flood stage -- tonight , Burke said . The Skagit was expected to crest during the night at 38 feet at Mount Vernon , 10 feet above flood stage , the National Weather Service said . -0 2305958 2306072 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 18.25 points , or 0.19 percent , to 9,586.71 . -0 2156094 2155607 The Nasdaq composite index inched up 1.28 , or 0.1 percent , to 1,766.60 , following a weekly win of 3.7 percent . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 24.44 points , or 1.39 percent , at 1,739.87 . -1 758342 758501 Physicians who violate the ban would be subject to fines and up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -0 869467 869240 Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index futures declined 4.40 points to 983.50 , while Nasdaq futures fell 6.5 points to 1,206.50 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . -1 1465425 1464865 For example , Anhalt said , children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , although it actually contains 2 ½ 8-ounce servings . Anhalt said children typically treat a 20-ounce soda bottle as one serving , while it actually contains 2.5 . -0 223008 222987 The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . -1 1168132 1167672 Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but it also would apply to doctors providing other services , such as prenatal care , to a pregnant child under 16 . Kline 's opinion dealt specifically with abortion providers , but later his office said it also would apply to doctors providing services such as prenatal care to pregnant girls under 16 . -1 1634651 1634798 The United Nations ' International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the allegation after the dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . The International Atomic Energy Agency asked for information on the uranium assertions after London 's dossier was published , but Britain did not provide any , U.N. officials said . -1 2189818 2189911 Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle 's reentry rushed into the damaged wing , " there was no possibility for crew survival , " the board said . Sixteen days later , as superheated air from the shuttle ’ s re-entry rushed into the damaged wing , ‘ ‘ there was no possibility for crew survival , ’ ’ the board said . -1 995311 995560 " The free world and those who love freedom and peace must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he told reporters as he emerged from a church service . " It is clear that the free world , those who love freedom and peace , must deal harshly with Hamas and the killers , " he said . -0 554534 554959 The pressure will intensify today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN and words that are even more difficult . The pressure may well rise today , with national coverage of the final round planned by ESPN , the cable sports network . -1 14874 14831 Powell fired back : " He 's accusing the president of a ludicrous act , " he said . If so , Powell said , he 's calling the president ludicrous , too . -1 317570 317290 The memo on protecting sales of Windows and other desktop software mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . The memo specifically mentioned Linux , a still small but emerging software competitor that is not owned by any specific company . -1 84518 84541 Also Tuesday , the United States also released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would soon be let go . Meanwhile in southern Iraq , the United States released more Iraqi prisoners of war , and officials announced that all would be let go soon . -0 706709 706766 The resulting lists led toa CBS special , AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains , hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger . A prime-time special on the list , " AFI 's 100 Years . . . 100 Heroes & Villains " aired Tuesday on CBS . -0 2086071 2086118 Police warned residents on Friday not to travel alone and to avoid convenience stores and service stations stores at night . Police advised residents Friday not to travel alone to convenience stores and to be watchful . -1 2521336 2521360 " We had nothing to do with @ Stake 's internal personnel decision , " Microsoft spokesman Sean Sundwell said . " Microsoft had absolutely nothing to do with AtStake 's internal personnel decision , " Sundwall said . -1 3264615 3264641 Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time of the anthrax attacks . Prosecutors said there is no question Waagner was behind the letters , which were sent at the same time that real anthrax attacks were killing people in 2001 . -1 262374 262921 His plan would cost more than $ 200 billion annually , which Gephardt would pay for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . His plan would cost over $ 200 billion annually and be paid for by repealing Bush 's tax cuts . -1 2939925 2939981 There had been fears that the 35 year-old wouldn 't be able to conceive after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . There were fears that Heather would never have children after suffering two ectopic pregnancies and cancer of the uterus . -0 2810464 2810247 On Friday , the Food and Drug Administration approved the use of silicone breast implants with conditions . The drug was approved for use Friday by the Food and Drug Administration . -1 2031076 2031038 Prosecutors said Paracha , if convicted , could face at least 17 years in prison . Paracha faces at least 17 years in prison if convicted . -1 27639 27668 More than half of the songs were purchased as albums , Apple said . Apple noted that half the songs were purchased as part of albums . -0 143800 143664 The ECB has cut interest rates six times over that period , from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent . The ECB has cut rates from 4.75 percent in October 2000 to 2.5 percent in that period . -1 1909408 1909429 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . Brian Halla , CEO of NatSemi , claimed the deal made sense for both companies . -1 3034583 3034604 Smugglers in a van chased down a pickup and SUV carrying other smugglers and illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . People in a van opened fire on a pickup and SUV believed to be transporting illegal immigrants , said Pinal County Sheriff Roger Vanderpool . -1 1257820 1257777 Tyco later said the loan had not been forgiven , and Swartz repaid it in full , with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . Tyco has said the loan was not forgiven , but that Swartz fully repaid it with interest , according to his lawyer , Charles Stillman . -1 2706551 2706185 While Bolton apparently fell and was immobilized , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . After the other inmate fell , Selenski used the mattress to scale a 10-foot , razor-wire fence , Fischi said . -0 2975580 2975607 The loonie , meanwhile , continued to slip in early trading Friday . The loonie , meanwhile , was on the rise again early Thursday . -1 813945 813925 Ms. Haque , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cellphone with the smiley faces organizing the prom . Fatima , meanwhile , was on her turquoise cell phone organizing the prom . -1 2851677 2851855 But he added that the New York-based actor and producer is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " But he added that De Niro is " a private person and doesn 't care to have his treatment out for public consumption . " -1 895812 895754 While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost less than $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run significantly more than $ 100 . While a month 's supply of aspirin can cost under $ 10 , the equivalent amount of ticlopidine can run well over $ 100 . -1 2534473 2534504 She estimated it would take three months and would require cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . She said it would take an estimated three months to conduct and require the cancellation of a sub-audit of the Department of Environmental Quality . -0 1487731 1487197 Arison said Mann may have been one of the pioneers of the world music movement and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . Arison said Mann was a pioneer of the world music movement -- well before the term was coined -- and he had a deep love of Brazilian music . -1 3285348 3285324 The virus kills roughly 36,000 people in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . Complications from flu kill roughly 36,000 Americans in an average year , according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . -1 424071 424093 In two new schemes , people posing as IRS representatives target families of armed forces members and e-mail users . Two new schemes target families of those serving in the military and e-mail users . -0 1677100 1677041 Wim Wenders directed a widely praised film of the same name , based on the sessions . A widely praised film of the same name was directed by Wim Wenders . -1 2404345 2404222 Miss Novikova said while there is no standard weight for ballerinas , Miss Volochkova is ' bigger than others ' . Commenting on the firing today , Ms. Novikova said that there was no standard weight for ballerinas but that Ms. Volochkova " is bigger than others . " -1 2485432 2485492 Both have aired videotapes of ex-president Saddam Hussein encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation of Iraq . Both have aired videotapes apparently from deposed Iraqi President Saddam Hussein , encouraging Iraqis to fight the U.S. occupation . -1 981097 981018 Under the program , U.S. officials work with foreign port authorities to identify , target and search high-risk cargo . Under the program , US officials work with foreign port authorities to seek out high-risk cargo before it can reach the United States . -1 2607361 2607320 And if we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die , too . " Crews are told : " If we don 't do this , innocent people on the ground are going to die " , he said . -1 218896 219064 " It 's probably not the easiest time to take over the shuttle program , " he added , " but I look forward to the challenge . " It is probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but then again , I look forward to the challenge , " he said . -1 313947 313222 As a result , Nelson now faces up to 10 years ' jail instead of life . The verdict means Nelson faces up to 10 years in prison rather than a possible life sentence . -1 434842 434929 With all precincts reporting , Fletcher — a three-term congressman from Lexington — had an overwhelming 57 percent of the vote . With all precincts reporting , Fletcher had 88,747 votes , or 57 percent of the total . -0 3301764 3301492 " His progress is steady , he 's stable , he 's comfortable , " Jack said Tuesday afternoon . " His progress is steady , he is stable , " said Dr Jack . -1 2895172 2895264 Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB intelligence service , the domestic successor to the Soviet KGB . Shadrin said Khodorkovsky 's aircraft was approached by officers identifying themselves as members of the FSB domestic intelligence service . -1 386627 386521 She claimed all the babies were born full-term and died within hours , he said . " What she told our investigators was that all the babies were born full-term and then died within hours , " Hughes said . -1 3440566 3440416 French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin was scheduled to arrive Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday . The French Foreign Minister , Dominique de Villepin , is also expected to attend . -1 853127 853144 They believe the same is true in humans , giving a 30 per cent higher risk of the disease . The researchers believe the same is true in humans , translating to a 30 per cent greater risk of the disease . -0 146481 146276 Total sales for the period declined 8.0 percent to $ 1.99 billion from a year earlier . Wal-Mart said sales at stores open at least a year rose 4.6 percent from a year earlier . -1 1053869 1053207 U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of the events which thrust her into the public spotlight . U.S. law enforcement officials are sneering at Dar Heatherington 's version of of the events -- including a police conspiracy to discredit her -- which thrust her into the public spotlight . -1 1026659 1026185 The Saudi newspaper Okaz reported Monday that suspects who escaped Saturday 's raid fled in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca Sunday afternoon . The newspaper Okaz reported that the six suspects arrested Sunday fled the raid in a car that broke down on the outskirts of Mecca . -1 1341925 1342201 Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , did not answer his phone Wednesday afternoon . Michael Mitchell , the chief public defender in Baton Rouge who is representing Lee , was not available for comment . -1 2663667 2663623 In Canada , the booming dollar will be in focus again as it tries to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . In Canada , the surging dollar was in focus again as it struggled and just failed to stay above the 75 cent ( U.S. ) mark . -1 2305924 2305736 They are tired of paying the high cost of CDs and DVDs and prefer more flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . " Consumers , tired of paying high prices for CDs and DVDs , are looking for flexible forms of on-demand media delivery . -1 960466 960881 " The bolt catcher is not as robust as it is supposed to be , " the board 's chairman , retired Adm. Hal Gehman , said . " The bolt catcher is not as robust " as it should be , said retired Navy Admiral Harold W. Gehman Jr . , the board chairman . -1 356759 356778 The Interior Minister , Al Mustapha Sahel , said the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " , an apparent reference to Djihad Salafist . Moroccan Interior Minister Al Mustapha Sahel told state-run 2M television late Saturday the investigation " points to a group that has been arrested recently " an apparent reference to Salafist Jihad . -1 2949437 2949407 The report was found Oct. 23 , tucked inside an old three-ring binder not related to the investigation . The report was found last week tucked inside a training manual that belonged to Hicks . -0 1651582 1651639 Among Fox viewers , 41 percent describe themselves as Republicans , 24 percent as Democrats and 30 percent as Independents . Among CNN viewers , 29 percent said they were Republicans and 36 percent called themselves conservatives . -1 3088078 3087945 Muslim immigrants have used the networks - which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail - to send cash to their families overseas . Muslim immigrants have used the networks _ which rely on wire transfers , couriers and overnight mail _ to send stashes of cash overseas to their families . -1 1032643 1032617 Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a Mexican citizen who lives in Harlingen . Also arrested Friday was Claudia Carrizales de Villa , 34 , a citizen of Mexico residing in the border city of Harlingen , Texas . -1 1750630 1750716 " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Muqtada al Sadr said in a sermon at a mosque . " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . -1 2891280 2891366 Mrs Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family car to work , so his wife and children had to ride with neighbours . Mrs. Boncyk 's husband , Wayne , had taken the family 's only car to work , so she and the children had to catch a ride with neighbors . -1 2866295 2866282 Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma today cut short a visit to Latin America as a bitter border wrangle between Ukraine and Russia deteriorates further . The dispute has led Ukrainian president Leonid Kuchma to cut short a state visit to Latin America . -1 822517 822439 For the weekend , the top 12 movies grossed $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from the same weekend a year earlier . The overall box office soared , with the top 12 movies grossing $ 157.1 million , up 52 percent from a year ago . -1 1502941 1502927 Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after President Bush ( news - web sites ) proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . Platinum prices soared to 23-year highs earlier this year after U.S. President George W. Bush proposed investing $ 1.2 billion for research on fuel cell-powered vehicles . -1 1243593 1243934 " Nobody really knows what happened except me and that guard , " Kaye said , " and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen . " " Nobody really knows what happened there except for me and the guard , and I can assure you that what he said happened didn 't happen , " Kaye said . -0 130656 130644 Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 as of 3 : 59 p.m. Shares of Corixa fell 12 cents to $ 6.88 on the Nasdaq stock market . -1 221462 221512 At the time federal investigators were looking into how CFSB allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . A federal grand jury and the Securities and Exchange Commission were looking into how the company allocated shares of initial public stock offerings . -0 1632415 1632603 Qanbar said the council members would possibly elect a chairman later Sunday . US authorities have said the council would include 20 to 25 members . -1 2451691 2451742 October heating oil futures settled .85 cent lower at 69.89 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . -1 2282608 2282544 By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag of $ 4.4 billion--double that of five years earlier . By 2007 , antivirus solutions will carry a worldwide price tag double that of 2002 : $ 4.4 billion . -0 2677852 2677869 The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a civil fraud suit against the teen in Boston . -1 379724 379692 ConAgra stock closed Monday on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents . ConAgra shares closed Monday at $ 21.63 a share , down 11 cents , on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1156575 1156706 One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device or lock down the device should a user lose it . One of the features is the ability to delete data on a handheld device if a user loses or locks down the device . -1 3403347 3403527 " I just got carried away and started making stuff , " Byrne said . Byrne says he got carried away with PowerPoint and just " started making stuff . " -1 2037906 2038005 Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said Dr. Melinda Rowe , Chatham County 's health director . Georgia cannot afford to not get funding , " said county health director Dr. Melinda Rowe . -1 698720 698772 Handspring shareholders will get 0.09 shares of the parent company , Palm , Inc . , for each share of Handspring common stock they currently own . Handspring 's shareholders will receive 0.09 Palm shares ( and no shares of PalmSource ) for each share of Handspring common stock they own . -1 2359387 2359457 Shares of Microsoft rose 50 cents Friday to close at $ 28.34 a share on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft 's stock was up 50 cents , to $ 28.34 a share in New York yesterday . -1 2403178 2403100 Based on having at least one of the symptoms , most students had been hung over between three and 11 times in the previous year . On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . -1 2205838 2205858 Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , according to the Palo Alto , California company . Tibco has used the Rendezvous name since 1994 for several of its technology products , it said . -1 1669602 1669461 A few thousand troops , most from the division 's 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , began returning last week , with flights continuing through Friday . Several thousand 3rd Infantry troops , including the 3rd Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Benning in Columbus , Ga . , began returning last week . -1 919801 919939 In a televised interview on Wednesday , ECB President Wim Duisenberg said it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the 12-nation euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . -1 578807 578726 Teenagers at high schools where condoms were available were no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study published Wednesday finds . Teen-agers at high schools where condoms are available are no more likely to have sex than other teens , a study says . -1 3277653 3277637 Later in the day , however , a former Intel executive turned the tables in a speech where he blasted wireless as being too complicated and too difficult to install . And Thursday , a former Intel exec blasted wireless as too insecure , too complicated , and too difficult to install . -1 661322 661390 He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta _ including a blast at the 1996 Olympics _ along with the bombing in Alabama . He is charged in three bombings in Atlanta including a blast at the 1996 Olympics and one in Alabama . -0 1586193 1586070 They were found in a stolen van , said James Flateau , a spokesman for the state Department of Correctional Services . State troopers arrested the men in a stolen van at the Jubilee Market on Route 14 in Horseheads , said James Flateau , a Department of Correctional Services spokesman . -1 1200470 1200432 On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50 basis point cut from the Fed was more likely . On Thursday , a Post article argued that a 50-basis-point cut was most likely . -0 2973611 2973628 Sun was the lone major vendor to see its shipments decline , falling 2.9 percent to 59,692 units . IBM ( NYSE : IBM ) was the fastest-growing vendor , with sales jumping 37 percent to 220,000 units . -1 1941701 1941639 He is one of two Democrats on the five-member FCC , and he is a strong advocate of harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . Copps , one of two Democrats on the five-member commission , has pushed for harsher penalties against radio and television stations that violate indecency laws . -0 490219 490021 The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which fell 0.9 percent for the week . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . -1 421009 421091 State media said there were at least 770 dead and over 5,600 injured . The latest toll given by officials to state media was 643 dead and over 4,600 injured . -1 14485 14516 The March downturn was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . A downturn in services activity in March was the only break in what has been broad growth in services for the past 15 months . -1 549014 549093 In the first three months of 2003 alone , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 % -- the biggest drop in more than a decade , " Lieberman said . In the first quarter of this year , weekly earnings adjusted for inflation fell 1.5 percent - the biggest drop in more than a decade . -1 3326623 3326701 The statistical analysis was published Tuesday in Circulation , a journal of the American Heart Association ( news - web sites ) . Their findings were published Monday in Circulation : The Journal of the American Heart Association . -1 1106490 1106299 President George W. Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . -1 607219 607092 The epidemic began in November in the mainland 's Guangdong province , but the People 's Republic of China refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . The PRC epidemic began in Guandong province in November , but the Communist Party government refused to report truthfully about its spread for four months . -0 518130 518082 " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said Andres Rivera Jr . , who was also on the bus . " This man gambled with our lives and we , the passengers , lost , " said passenger Andres Rivera Jr . , whose 15-year-old niece , Jazmine Santiago , was killed . -1 3092593 3092563 IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38-million euros ( about R300-million ) and the firm had debts totalling about 28-million . IG Farben 's 500 properties were valued at around 38 million euros ( $ 43.63 million ) and the firm had debts totalling some 28 million euros . -0 1707092 1707031 The company 's operating loss rose 59 percent to $ 73 million , from $ 46 million a year earlier . Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . -1 1755505 1755464 The agent , Bassem Youssef , filed the lawsuit on Friday in Federal District Court for the District of Columbia . The lawsuit was filed on Friday at the US District Court for the District of Columbia . -1 2015140 2014900 " Smallpox is not the only threat to the public 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for smallpox preparedness , " Strom said . " Smallpox is not the only threat to the nation 's health , and vaccination is not the only tool for preparedness , " his introductory statement says . -1 1449187 1449290 Mr Abbas said : " Every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . His Palestinian counterpart , Mahmoud Abbas , replied that " every day without an agreement is an opportunity that was lost . -1 1988626 1988386 We remain hopeful that the city will agree to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions on this issue . " Alhart said the governor " remains hopeful that the city will continue to work with us and engage in good-faith discussions . " -1 844524 844667 Later in the day , a standoff developed between French soldiers and a Hema battlewagon that attempted to pass the UN compound . French soldiers later threatened to open fire on a Hema battlewagon that tried to pass near the UN compound . -1 1860173 1860195 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " Lieberman said . " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . -0 3050444 3050380 Gillette shares rose $ 1.45 , or 4.5 percent , to $ 33.95 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Shares of Gillette closed down 45 cents at $ 33.70 in trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1199589 1200000 Even without call center requests , companies using the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . Those that choose the handset option must have 95 percent of their customers using the technology by the end of 2005 . -1 2746028 2746125 About 120 potential jurors were being asked to complete a lengthy questionnaire . The jurors were taken into the courtroom in groups of 40 and asked to fill out a questionnaire . -0 2874608 2874685 Microsoft fell 5 percent before the open to $ 27.45 from Thursday 's close of $ 28.91 . Shares in Microsoft slipped 4.7 percent in after-hours trade to $ 27.54 from a Nasdaq close of $ 28.91 . -0 221078 221002 U.S. Airways ordered 85 Bombardier jets with 50 seats and 75 seats and 85 Embraer jets with 70 seats , it said in a release . Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . -1 1917187 1917262 The acquisition has been approved by both companies ' board of directors and is expected to close in the third quarter this year . Nvidia 's acquisition has been approved by directors at both companies , and is expected to close in the Nvidia 's third quarter of fiscal 2004 . -1 1102668 1102548 The 39-year-old Luster initially gave police a false name , but later revealed his true identity . Barrera said Luster gave police a false name immediately after his arrest Wednesday but later revealed his true identity . -0 2115214 2115266 In a statement distributed Friday , 28 Chechen non-governmental organizations said they would boycott the vote . In a statement distributed today , 28 Chechen non-governmental organisations said they would boycott the vote and warned voters to expect fraud . -1 374264 374624 If the companies won 't , their drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . If a company won 't do so , its drugs could be prescribed to Medicaid patients only with the state 's say-so . -0 199754 200007 " It 's a huge black eye , " said New York Times Company chairman Arthur Sulzberger . " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . -1 1469800 1469789 Singer Brandy and her husband , Robert Smith , have called it quits . Brandy and Husband SplitR 'n'b star Brandy and Robert Smith , her husband of two years have split up . -1 2206809 2206624 She told Murray , " We ... we have ... the fresh air is going down fast ! " " The fresh air is going down fast ! " she screamed at Murray . -1 1970041 1969914 " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising , and the campaign will again in 2004 , " Bush campaign spokesman Dan Ronayne said . " The president 's campaign in 2000 set a standard for disclosure in political fund raising and the campaign will again in 2004 , " said Dan Ronayne , a campaign spokesman . -1 20917 20853 On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson said it was " inconceivable " that the airline would resume operations at the base that had employed 1,500 workers , including 1,100 mechanics . On April 11 , Mayor Bart Peterson conceded that the facility 's fate was inevitable , quashing the hopes of the airline 's 1,500 local workers , including 1,100 mechanics . -0 1837647 1837204 Dotson was arrested Monday in his native Maryland and charged with murder . Dotson , 21 , was subsequently charged with Dennehy 's murder . -1 375678 375561 Another was in serious condition at Northwest Medical Center in Springdale . At Northwest Medical Center of Washington County in Springdale , one child is in serious condition . -1 1122033 1122090 With the exception of dancing , physical activity did not decrease the risk . Dancing was the only physical activity associated with a lower risk of dementia . -0 222911 223008 The 1 5 / 8 percent note maturing in April 2005 gained 1 / 16 to 100 13 / 32 , lowering its yield 1 basis points to 1.41 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . -0 3257010 3257120 Mr. Bush had sought to store his papers in his father 's presidential library , where they would have stayed secret for a half-century . In Texas , public watchdog groups opposed Mr. Bush 's efforts to house his papers at his father 's presidential library , where they would have remained secret for a half-century . -1 1600347 1600451 Williams was White , and four of his victims were Black ; the fifth was White . Four of those killed by Williams were black ; the other was white . -1 2081769 2081787 A hearing on the matter was held Thursday morning in Fulton County Superior Court , marking one of the early steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . A hearing Thursday morning before Judge Elizabeth Long in Fulton County Superior Court marked one of the first steps in deciding the case of Matthew Whitley . -0 384190 384162 Arts helped coach the youth on an eighth-grade football team at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . The boy was a student at Lombardi Middle School in Green Bay . -1 1815004 1815055 Atlantic Coast will continue its operations as a Delta Connections carrier . It will continue its regional service for Delta Air Lines DAL.N , Atlantic Coast said . -1 707747 707671 " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who is a recent graduate of Parsons School of Design . " It 's amazing to be part of an industry that rewards its young , " said Hernandez , who only graduated from Parsons School of Design last May . -1 1705771 1705922 The flamboyant entrepreneur flagged the plan after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . Sir Richard was speaking after a meeting in London with Australian Tourism Minister Joe Hockey . -1 716883 716599 Ryan Harvey , an outfielder from Dunedin High School in Florida , was selected with the sixth pick by the Chicago Cubs . Ryan Harvey , a high school outfielder from Florida , was chosen sixth by the Cubs . -0 3407319 3407282 At 8 a.m. Friday , San Joaquin County Sheriff 's deputies found the body of Adan Avalos , 37 . San Joaquin County sheriff 's deputies found 37-year-old Adan Avalos of Riverbank shot to death inside the SUV . -0 1723092 1723130 Technology stocks make up 42 percent of the Nasdaq , which fell 49.95 points , or 2.9 percent , to 1,698.02 . The Nasdaq fell 49.95 points , or 2.86 percent , to end at 1,698.02 , based on the latest available data . -1 516719 516884 Thomas was joined in full by Rehnquist , and in parts by O 'Connor and Scalia . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor and Antonin Scalia . -1 3020180 3020057 The bulk of the funds , some $ 65 billion , will go for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan . The bulk of the bill - $ 64.7 billion - goes for military operations primarily in Iraq and Afghanistan . -1 1694765 1694755 The new capabilities will provide IBM customers a way to create , publish , manage and archive Web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and Internet environment . The product will be targeted at companies that need to create , publish , manage and archive web-based content within a corporate intranet , extranet and internet environment . -1 516797 516591 When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , a UC Berkeley law professor . When you crossed the line , you violated the constitutional right , " said Charles Weisselberg , who teaches law at the University of California , Berkeley . -1 2195720 2195935 A $ 500 million natural-gas-fired power plant , for example , could replace up to $ 100 million in boilers yearly without adding new smog controls . A $ 500 million coal-fired power plant , for example , could replace $ 100 million in equipment yearly without adding new pollution controls . -1 1971109 1970905 On Sunday , the experts will perform the first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident in the United States . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . -0 36516 36820 Shares of AstraZeneca AZN.N , Europe 's second biggest drugmaker , rose 3.71 percent to close at $ 43.05 on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of AstraZeneca , Europe ’ s second biggest drug company , rose 3 per cent on the New York Stock Exchange after the news . -1 512669 512160 Gov. Rick Perry has said that while he opposes gambling expansion , he would be reluctant to veto continuation of the Lottery Commission . Gov. Rick Perry opposes expansion of gambling but has said he would be " hard-pressed " to veto the lottery sunset bill . -0 3179542 3179284 " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said . " Things go wrong , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said Wednesday at the Department of Energy . -1 2362699 2362767 Typhoon Maemi later moved out over the Sea of Japan , where it weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . Typhoon Maemi was on Saturday night moving over the Sea of Japan , where it had weakened considerably , the meteorology department said . -1 1396775 1396739 Along with chip.m.aker Intel , the companies include Sony Corp. , Microsoft Corp. , Hewlett-Packard Co . , International Business Machines Corp. , Gateway Inc . , Nokia Corp. and others . Along with chip maker Intel , the companies include Sony , Microsoft , Hewlett-Packard , International Business Machines , Gateway , Nokia and others . -1 1828398 1828187 Officials developed plans to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest near the park 's southwest border by dropping incendiary devices , hoping to burn off fuel from the wildfire 's path . Officials tentatively planned to burn about 2,000 acres of dense forest by dropping incendiary devices from the air , aiming to remove fuel from the wildfire 's path . -0 660850 660781 At last nights protest , demonstratorschanted " tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail . " Protesters chanted , " Tapping our phones , reading our mail , the LEIU should go to jail , " put on small skits and danced to drumbeats . -1 2221864 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short-lived or long-lived , " Mr. Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . -1 171025 171076 Some 14,000 customers were without power in the area , Oklahoma Gas and Electric said . About 38,000 OGE Energy Corp. customers are without power , the company said on its Web site . -1 921290 921224 " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 percent " growth rate , George Scalise , the trade association 's president , said in a statement . " The SIA forecast reflects the new realities of the semiconductor industry of an 8-10 per cent ' ' growth rate " , said George Scalise , the association 's president . -1 2129222 2128773 Eighty-six seriously wounded U.N. workers were airlifted out for medical care . Eighty-six U.N. workers who were wounded in Tuesday 's bombing were airlifted out for medical care . -1 3214358 3214672 Burns believed that confessing a crime he did not commit was the only way out , Richardson said . To the frightened Burns , Richardson said , confessing a crime he did not commit looked like the only out . -1 2976142 2976104 Phone calls to Spitzer 's office , Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . A message left with Spitzer 's office as well as Citigroup and Goldman Sachs were not immediately returned . -1 374383 374044 Instead , the high court said that drug makers did not adequately show why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . Stevens said that the drug manufacturers had not shown why the plan should be prevented from taking effect . -1 2820522 2820367 Medical experts said the condition was mildly worrying but easily-manageable . Medical experts said Blair 's problem was worrying but relatively common and easily manageable . -1 2733221 2733357 Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's Corp. founder Ray Kroc , died Sunday after a brief bout with brain cancer . Joan B. Kroc , the billionaire widow of McDonald 's founder Ray Kroc known for her philanthropy , died Sunday of brain cancer . -1 1711097 1711149 The company has expanded into providing other services for buyers , including payment services . The company has expanded those basic services , offering payment and even financing . -1 2806874 2806929 A Lamar mother arrested Saturday in Colorado Springs is accused of drowning her two children in a bathtub before slitting her wrists . A 32-year-old mother of two is suspected of drowning her children in a bathtub before slashing her wrists in an unsuccessful suicide attempt , police said . -1 1075019 1075000 She was surrounded by about 50 women who regret having abortions . She was surrounded by about 50 women who have had abortions but now regret doing so . -1 403037 402971 Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that is cutting jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . Revelations of the expenditures shocked some employees at Delta , an airline that has posted huge losses and cut jobs as it struggles with increased security costs and fewer passengers . -1 2706183 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . -0 3444060 3444025 The calculation shows that the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza have exceeded the usual number for recent weeks . One is a statistical calculation based on the number of deaths from pneumonia and influenza in 122 cities . -1 3419852 3419777 Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute reanalyzed data from more than 2,000 infants who had been treated with radiation for a benign birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . Researchers at Sweden 's Karolinska Institute recently went over data from more than 2,000 children treated with radiation for a harmless birthmark condition between 1930 and 1959 . -0 2866150 2866091 Outside the court , Sriyanto , who faces up to 25 years ' jail , denied he had done anything wrong . Outside the court , Sriyanto denied to The Age that he had done anything wrong . -1 3438803 3438780 The state , which previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , says the policy is designed to reduce stress on its prison staff . The state previously conducted two triple executions and two double executions , a practice it says is intended to reduce stress on the prison staff . -1 2068941 2068953 The little girl , the daughter of a teller , was taken to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . Earlier in the evening , the mother , whom authorities did not identify , had brought her daughter to the bank after a doctor 's appointment . -1 1513487 1513246 At least 23 U.S. troops have been killed by hostile fire since Bush declared major combat in Iraq to be over on May 1 . At least 26 American troops have been killed in hostile fire since major combat was officially declared over on May 1 . -1 3017237 3017177 " Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company said in a statement . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " -1 2852816 2852668 Even later in life , he was still cashing in : lately , he earned money by calling fans on the telephone with the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. Lately , he had earned money by calling fans on the telephone , taking part in the service www.HollywoodIsCalling.com. -0 2265154 2265322 The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business by around 45 percent to some one-third of total sales . -0 787110 787340 A sign outside the Peachtree Restaurant reads : " Pray for Eric Rudolph . " " Rudolph ate here " , joked a sign outside one restaurant . -1 2173504 2173632 In a statement , the company said both bids would allow Vivendi to " maintain a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " It also added that both proposals would allow Vivendi Uni to maintain " a substantial minority interest in a U.S. media corporation with excellent growth potential . " -1 1423378 1423284 In Vienna , the IAEA said ElBaradei would accept the invitation , although no date had yet been set . In Vienna , the International Atomic Energy Agency said on Monday ElBaradei had accepted Iran 's invitation , but said no date had yet been set . -1 811375 811232 Strikingly , the poll saw little difference between women and men in their feelings towards Mrs Clinton . Strikingly , the poll saw very little difference between women and men in their feelings about the former First Lady . -0 1719820 1719843 A 25 percent increase would raise undergraduate tuition to about $ 5,247 annually , including miscellaneous , campus-based fees . The 25 percent hike takes annual UC undergraduate tuition to $ 4,794 and graduate fees to $ 5,019 . -1 2413690 2413644 From July 1 , 2002 , to June 30 , 2003 , the organization said it spent $ 114.3 million but took in only $ 39.5 million . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . -0 1918139 1918289 Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the courthouse grounds before the hearing , which was carried live on national cable networks . Hundreds of reporters and photographers swamped the town and the short hearing involving the five-time All-Star was carried live on national cable networks . -1 2121942 2121914 The 20 master computers are located in the United States , Canada and Korea , Mr. Kuo said . The computers were located in the United States , Canada and South Korea , he said . -1 3207268 3207178 They said : “ We believe that the time has come for legislation to make public places smoke-free . " The time has come to make public places smoke-free , " they wrote in a letter to the Times newspaper . -1 2186840 2186895 Milwaukee prosecutors charged a church minister with physical abuse in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who died during a healing service . A church minister was charged yesterday in the death of an 8-year-old autistic boy who suffocated as church leaders tried to heal him at a storefront church . -0 53408 52986 Niels told an interviewer in 1999 he thought the Old Man would outlive him by many years . In 1999 , two years before his death , Mr. Nielsen told an interviewer that he thought the rock face would outlive him by many years . -1 519554 519592 The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched Wednesday outside a Sacramento fire station . Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . -1 563634 563375 Furthermore , chest tightness after exercise and prevalence of asthma were both linked to the amount of time spent at the pool . Chest tightness after exercise and overall prevalence of asthma were also linked to the total amount of time spent at indoor pools . -1 1895295 1895167 British police arrested 21 people early Tuesday in connection with the suspected ritual murder of an African boy whose torso was found in the Thames River . Police have arrested 21 people in connection with the murder of a young Nigerian child whose headless and limbless torso was found floating in the river Thames . -1 243946 243684 Winners will be announced in a June 8 ceremony broadcast on CBS from Radio City Music Hall . Tony winners will be announced June 8 in televised ceremonies from Radio City Music Hall . -1 2158059 2158105 A lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to block the removal of the Ten Commandments monument from the building . Supporters asked a federal court Monday to block the removal of a Ten Commandments monument from the Alabama Judicial Building . -0 1661234 1661305 " I 'm quite positive about it except I wouldn 't want it to cut across anything now occurring and she accepts that , " he said . " I 'm quite positive about it , except that I would not want to cut across things that are now occurring , " he said . -0 785613 785760 " I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean , what are you saying , why did you lie to me ? ' " Gulping for air , I started crying and yelling at him , ' What do you mean ? -1 3214303 3214275 Marisa Baldeo stated , however , the authority 's official uniform policy says " they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap . " As of now , they are not supposed to wear anything on their heads but a NYC transit depot logo cap , " Baldeo said . -0 2595060 2594823 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 2.09 percent , while the Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX leapt 2.23 percent . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 11.22 points , or 1.13 percent , at 1,007.19 . -1 1211461 1211115 Between 50 and 100 persons die annually from these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . Between 50 and 100 people die a year due to these allergies , and thousands more suffer severe reactions such as constricted breathing and dramatic swelling . -1 2359454 2359412 Only Intel Corp. has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel 's 0.3 percent yield is lower . -1 2396334 2396148 Sean Harrigan of Calpers , the California fund , said : " Today we are trying to pull the pig from the trough . " Today we are trying to pull the pig away from the trough , " Mr. Harrigan said . -1 2086276 2086477 That truck was spotted in the Campbells Creek area , fitting that description , Morris said . A black pickup truck was also seen in the Campbells Creek area , Morris said . -0 365851 365967 Initial autopsy reports show they died of dehydration , hyperthermia and suffocation . Two more died later , and initial autopsy reports show they succumbed to dehydration , hypothermia and suffocation . -0 3389319 3389272 Most of those on board were Lebanese but some were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . Some of the passengers were from Benin , Guinea and Sierra Leone . -1 381187 381127 A pamphlet will be issued to the public through major hardware chains , local libraries and on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. It will be distributed through major hardware store chains and local libraries and will be available on the EPA Web site : www.epa.gov. -1 3133311 3133486 The captain , Michael J. Gansas , was notified yesterday by the city 's Department of Transportation that an agency hearing officer recommended that he be fired . Gansas got more bad news yesterday from the city Department of Transportation - a hearing officer recommended that he be fired . -1 4155 4143 Since then , police divers have searched nearby parts of Long Island Sound looking for the remaining three . Since then , police divers have searched those waters looking for the remaining three . -1 1410958 1410938 Mr. Yandarbiyev resides in Doha , Qatar , and Russian authorities have unsuccessfully tried to have him extradited for nearly two years . He resides in Doha , Qatar , from which Russian authorities have been trying to extradite him for nearly two years . -0 1057006 1057044 In December , he anticipated growth of 5.3 percent to nearly $ 154 billion . In December , he had predicted a 5 percent growth rate . -1 1880897 1880746 Clearly Roman creams of any type do not normally survive in the archaeological record . Clearly Roman creams of any type , paint or cosmetic , do not normally survive ... it 's pretty exceptional . " -0 1825334 1825496 " I 'm taking his office , and we 're gonna keep on building , ' ' he vowed . " " Yes , I 'm taking his office and we 're going to keep on building and keep on fighting , " he added . -1 426940 426546 SARS has killed 296 people on China 's mainland and infected more than 5,200 . Throughout China 's mainland , the disease has killed 300 people and infected more than 5,270 . -1 2377834 2377805 " Third . . . we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war [ against Islam ] . " In jihad , we are not allowed to kill women , except those who join the war ( against Islam ) . " -1 1789339 1789525 The company will launch 800 hot spots , or " Wi-Fi Zones , " later this summer , and plans to have more than 2,100 by the end of the year . The service will launch later this summer with 800 locations , and Sprint plans 2,100 locations by the end of the year . -1 2136052 2136150 The virus spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in emails that contain familiar headings like " Thank You ! " and " Re : Details " . Sobig.F spreads when unsuspecting computer users open file attachments in e-mails that contain such familiar headings as " Thank You ! , " " Re : Details " or " Re : That Movie . " -1 2778138 2777737 From California , Bush flies to Japan on Thursday , followed by visits to the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . Besides Japan he will visit the Philippines , Thailand , Singapore , Indonesia and Australia before returning home on Oct. 24 . -0 748187 748228 The transfers would reduce P & G 's worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 . The transfers would reduce P & G ’ s worldwide work force to slightly less than 100,000 , down from 110,000 several years ago . -1 2232493 2232381 Two Iraqis and two Saudis grabbed shortly after the blast gave information leading to the arrest of the others , said the official . The official , who spoke on condition of anonymity , said that two Iraqis and two Saudis detained after the attack gave information leading to the arrest of the others . -0 707136 707112 In court papers filed Tuesday , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name , saying he had never given his consent for it to be used . In papers filed Tuesday in Manhattan 's state Supreme Court , Lee asked for an injunction against Viacom 's use of the name Spike for TNN . -1 3153774 3153722 The church was already grieving the death of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Kyran Kennedy , a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . The church already was grieving for the death of a congregation member who was killed in another helicopter crash in Iraq on Nov. 7 . -0 1077014 1077138 Glover said the killer used a " peculiar slipknot " on the ligature he used to strangle some of the victims . Glover said the killer used a ``peculiar slipknot , ' ' including a coaxial cable and an extension cord , to strangle some of the victims . -1 3093840 3093801 They weighed an average 220 pounds ( 100 kg ) and needed to lose between 30 and 80 pounds . They weighed an average 100 kilograms and needed to lose between 14 and 36 kilograms . -0 195800 196144 " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , D-S.D. " I don 't see much broken . " " If it ain 't broke , don 't fix it , " said Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle , a South Dakota Democrat . -0 62641 62810 Media Editor Jon Friedman contributed to this story . Jon Friedman is media editor for CBS.MarketWatch.com in New York . -1 436562 435307 Her putt for birdie was three feet short but she saved par without difficulty . She leaves her birdie putt some three feet short but drops her par putt . -1 2770513 2770488 The test was conducted by the University of California at Los Angeles and Riverside and was paid $ 450,000 from the ARB . The test , conducted by UCLA and UC Riverside , was paid for with $ 450,000 from the ARB . -0 2578315 2578177 Against the Swiss franc CHF = , the dollar was at 1.3172 francs , down 0.60 percent . Against the yen the dollar was down 0.7 percent at 110.73 yen . -0 1477738 1477593 Instead , Weida decided that Meester 's case on charges of rape , sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors should proceed to a court-martial . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . -1 840255 840252 The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. school children . The name for the robot , due to be launched at 2 : 05 p.m. ( 7 : 05 p.m. ) on Sunday , was selected from among 10,000 names submitted by U.S. -1 833170 833200 Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store near the police station , said many in the close-knit town knew the men who were killed . Doris Brasher , who owns a grocery store on Highway 96 , said many in the close-knit town knew the three men who were killed . -0 96043 95895 " Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed the operation damaged the state , " Mr Berlusconi said . " I had no direct interest and Craxi begged me to intervene because he believed that the deal was damaging to the state , " Berlusconi testified . -1 423224 423238 Mills affected by Thursdays announcement are sawmills in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . They are located in Grande Cache , Alta . , Carrot River , Sask . , Chapleau , Ont . , and Aberdeen , Wash . -1 1454800 1454816 It was the biggest protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the massacre of democracy activists occupying Tiananmen Square in Beijing in 1989 . Hong Kong has not seen such a protest since hundreds of thousands marched in outrage over the 1989 massacre of democracy activists occupying Beijing 's Tiananmen Square . -1 1834832 1834844 The company is highlighting the addition of .NET and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment ( EAE ) with the new mainframe . The company is also adding .Net and J2EE support to its Enterprise Application Environment development toolset , Sapp said . -1 1112726 1112799 Gov. Linda Lingle and members of her staff were at the Navy base and watched the launch . Gov. Linda Lingle and other dignitaries are scheduled to be at the base to watch the launch . -1 1745242 1745319 That information was first reported in today 's editions of the New York Times . The information was first printed yesterday in the New York Times . -0 487684 487726 The euro tagged another record high against the dollar on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed solid U.S. economic data . The euro ros further into record territory on Tuesday as demand for higher-yielding euro-based assets overshadowed U.S. economic data showing rising consumer confidence and a strong housing market . -0 1479716 1479628 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.33 points , or 1.07 percent , to 1,640.13 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 5.51 points , or 0.56 percent , to 981.73 . -0 2744405 2744474 " It 's going to happen , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . " That really affects the companies , big time , " said Jim Santangelo , president of the Teamsters Joint Council 42 in El Monte . -0 71277 71611 The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . The seizure at 4 a.m. on March 18 was completed before employees showed up for work that day . -0 2761988 2762223 Bloomberg said on Wednesday that all 16 crew members survived and would be tested for drugs and alcohol . He said the ferry 's crew will be interviewed and tested for drugs and alcohol . -0 1992231 1991706 The moment of reckoning has arrived for this West African country founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . Taylor is now expected to leave the broken shell of a nation founded by freed American slaves in the 19th century . -1 3329063 3328961 However , commercial use of the 2.6.0 kernel is still months off for most customers . Commercial releases of the 2.6 kernel by major Linux distributors still remain months away . -1 1240324 1240337 The Hulk weekend take surpasses the previous June record of $ 54.9-million for Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . It beat the previous record of $ 54.9 set by 1999 's " Austin Powers : The Spy Who Shagged Me . " -0 71627 71277 The time was about 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first pinpoint missiles rained down on the capital . The seizure occurred at 4am on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . -1 2933398 2933345 Its attackers had to fire their rockets from hundreds of yards away , with a makeshift launcher hidden in a portable electric generator . Its attackers had to launch their strike from hundreds of metres away , with a makeshift rocket launcher disguised as a portable electric generator . -0 2760910 2760810 In early U.S. trade , the euro was down 1.06 percent at $ 1.1607 < EUR = > . In late afternoon trade in New York , the euro was down 0.83 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1633 < EUR = > . -0 1946147 1946054 " Deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , and Brown 's body was mutilated , authorities said . They were killed over a few days in April 2001 and " deviant cannibalistic tendencies " were the primary motivation for the murders , authorities said . -1 545820 545924 Also Tuesday , a soldier drowned in an aqueduct in northern Iraq . Another soldier drowned after diving into an aqueduct in northern Iraq , the Central Command said . -1 3375314 3375284 Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion late Monday in Forsyth Superior Court to have Hunt 's murder conviction thrown out . Hunt 's attorneys filed a motion Monday seeking to have Hunt 's conviction thrown out based on the new evidence . -1 490481 490000 Other data showed that buyers snapped up new and existing homes at a brisk pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . Other data showed sales of existing and new homes grew at a robust pace in April , spurred by low mortgage rates . -1 767107 767069 But Close wondered whether the package would be worth the cost of licensing the third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . Close also questions whether it would be worth the cost of licensing third-party software , along with Salesforce.com 's rental price . -1 2168292 2168033 Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , increasing the chances that the effectiveness of the medication will be diffused . Still others cite the difficulty of assembling a group of subjects whose depression is of comparable severity , a problem that complicates the task of properly measuring effectiveness . -0 2695011 2694981 " I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Mr. Limbaugh told his audience , which numbers 22 million listeners a week . You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide on Friday . -1 2745018 2745058 That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " said Andy Bryant , Intel 's chief financial officer . That 's the highest third-quarter growth rate we 've seen in over 25 years , " CFO Andy Bryant told the Associated Press . -1 283615 283692 Seattle Deputy Police Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise here went well , with some aspects , including the communication system linking various agencies , working better than expected . Police Deputy Chief Clark Kimerer said the exercise went well , with some aspects , including the communication system between varying agencies , working better than expected . -1 2108841 2108868 Telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies is being investigated by two federal agencies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . Two federal agencies are investigating telecommunications gear maker Lucent Technologies for possible violations of U.S. bribery laws in its operations in Saudi Arabia . -1 1355591 1355674 " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " Multifoods chairman and chief executive officer Gary Costley said . " This sale is part of our efforts to simplify our Foodservice Products business and improve its cost structure , " chairman and CEO Gary Costley said in a statement . -0 882790 883117 Three-year-old Jaryd Atadero vanished on Oct. 2 , 1999 while on a hiking trip with a church group . He was on a hiking trip that day with a church group . -1 2106411 2106397 A DOD team is working to determine how hackers gained access to the system and what needs to be done to fix the breach . A DoD team is on site to determine how this happened and what needs to be done to fix the breach , the release stated . -1 121265 121424 Parrado 's aunt believes her nephew , who has served a prison sentence in Cuba , will be persecuted if he is repatriated . Maria Parrado believes her nephew , who served a 12-year prison sentence in Cuba after being arrested in Cuban waters , will be persecuted if he is sent back there . -1 1438940 1438953 The Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday said companies trading on the biggest U.S. markets must win shareholder approval before granting stock options and other stock-based compensation plans to corporate executives . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -1 2264198 2264212 Microsoft is preparing to alter its Internet Explorer browser , following a patent verdict that went against the company , Microsoft said Friday . Microsoft Corp. is preparing changes to its Internet Explorer ( IE ) browser because of a patent verdict against it , the company said Friday . -1 3446507 3446446 " It 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM , " she said . " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " -1 2816735 2816723 Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators joined the mechanics in the picket line . Nearly 6,000 MTA drivers and train operators then walked off the job in solidarity . -0 869698 869240 The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC shed 23.45 points , or 1.44 percent , to end at 1,603.97 , based on the latest data . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index was up 1.75 points , or 0.18 percent , to 977.68 . -1 3236313 3236263 The Infineon case began in August 2000 , when Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon counter-sued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . At that time , Rambus accused Infineon of patent infringement and Infineon countersued Rambus for breach of contract and fraud . -1 185929 186026 Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent tax on both types of investment income . Low-income earners would pay a 5 percent rate for both capital gains and corporate dividends . -0 1096383 1096756 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 5.53 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,662.91 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . -1 2587263 2587322 " The Princess ' marriage was not set up by force , " said Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies . Vasile Ionescu , of the Roma Centre for public policies , said : " The princess 's marriage was not set up by force . -0 3327147 3327230 Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and companion Fran Walsh arrive at the 74th Annual Academy Awards . Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson and longtime companion Fran Walsh . -1 1071229 1071350 Hynix CEO E.J. Woo condemned the decision calling the ruling an " outrageous act aimed at a hidden agenda . " Meanwhile , Hynix Semiconductors voiced strong criticism of the United States , calling its decision an " outrageous tactic aimed at a hidden agenda . " -1 612073 612012 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration rejected ImClone 's original application in December 2001 , saying the trial had been sloppily conducted . The Food and Drug Administration ultimately denied ImClone 's drug application in December 2001 , saying that an Erbitux clinical trial was deficient . -1 448932 449039 Gen. Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force based on ship in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean . General Sattler heads a Combined Joint Task Force aboard the command ship Mount Whitney . -0 2461162 2461313 Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly said he was satisfied with the reimbursement . Massachusetts Attorney General Tom Reilly did not let the judge 's penny-pinching get him down . -0 219579 219615 AutoAdvice is available as a one-year subscription at $ 400 per CPU , scaling from one to 50,000 CPUs . SAN Architect will run approximately $ 2,400 while AutoAdvice is available with coverage from one to 50,000 CPUs . -1 2190158 2190221 CAPPS II will not use bank records , records indicating creditworthiness or medical records . " CAPPS II will not use bank records , credit records , or medical records , according to Loy and Kelly . -1 1908453 1908347 Moore had no immediate comment Tuesday . Moore did not have an immediate response Tuesday . -1 432251 432116 " Fewer than 10 " FBI offices have conducted investigations involving visits to mosques , the Justice Department said . In addition , the Justice Department said that the FBI has conducted ' ' fewer than 10 ' ' investigations involving visits to mosques . -1 1908277 1908617 Moore of Alabama says he will appeal his case to the nation 's highest court . Moore has said he plans to appeal the matter to the U.S. Supreme Court . -1 1534422 1534369 " We 're confident that the new leadership will take responsibility for the past actions of the Archdiocese of Boston , " Lincoln said . " We are confident that the new leadership in Boston will be willing to take responsibility for the past actions of the archdiocese , ' said Lincoln . " -0 2982472 2982545 Her body was found several weeks later in the Green River . Aug. 15 , 1982 : Remains of Chapman , Hinds and Mills are found in the Green River . -0 394015 394435 One question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . -1 1372366 1372589 Money from Iraqi oil sales will go into that fund which will be controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . Money from oil sales will now be deposited in a new Development Fund for Iraq , controlled by the United States and Britain and used to rebuild the country . -1 1480802 1481397 Car volume fell 8 per cent , while light truck sales -- which include vans , pickups and SUVs -- rose 2.7 per cent . Car volume was down 8 percent , while light truck sales--which include vans , pickups and SUVs--rose 2.7 percent . -1 1491648 1491625 He said he had made it " very plain " to the US that Australia did not support the death penalty . Mr Williams added that the Government had made it " very plain " to the US it did not support the death penalty for Hicks . -1 2895263 2895171 Special police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk , where his plane had made a refuelling stop . Police detained Khodorkovsky early on Saturday when his jet made a refueling stop in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk . -1 864148 863719 Robert Stewart , a spokesman for Park Place , the parent company of Caesars Palace , said he was surprised by the court 's decision . Robert Stewart , spokesman for Park Place Entertainment , the parent company for Caesars , said the Supreme Court seemed to change the rules for lawsuits . -0 84742 84613 He has also served on the president 's Homeland Security Advisory Council . Last year , Bush appointed him to the Homeland Security Advisory Council . -1 953485 953537 Altria shares fell 2.2 percent or 96 cents to $ 42.72 and were the Dow 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -0 2580240 2579902 " And if there is a leak out of my administration , " he added , " I want to know who it is . He added , " There 's just too many leaks in Washington , and if there is a leak out of my administration , I want to know who it is . -1 239902 239998 Mascia-Frye works in the state development office . Mascia-Frye oversees European operations for the West Virginia Development Office . -1 1618493 1618463 Representatives for Puretunes could not immediately be reached for comment Wednesday . Puretunes representatives could not be located Thursday to comment on the suit . -1 2250458 2250584 A key to that effort was the company 's introduction of a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust the Korean company . Mr. O 'Neill had a solution : a 10-year , 100,000-mile warranty , meant to reassure buyers that they could trust Hyundai . -0 2635000 2634945 ECUSA is the U.S. branch of the 70 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church is the American branch of the Anglican Communion . -1 3238456 3238508 The word Advent , from Latin , means " the coming . " The season 's name comes from the Latin word adventus , which means " coming . " -1 3306448 3306659 The companies said " it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence . " " In creating the game , it was not our intention to target or offend any group or persons or to incite hatred or violence against such groups persons . " -1 2610846 2610727 Another brother , Ali Imron , was sentenced to life in prison after cooperating with investigators and showing remorse . Another brother , Ali Imron , received a life sentence after he cooperated with the authorities and expressed remorse . -1 1793557 1793618 Most times , wholesalers sold the questionable drugs to one of three huge national distributors that supply virtually all drugs in the country . At one point in the chain , a wholesaler would sell the questionable drugs to one of three huge national companies that supply virtually all drugs in this country . -1 2754612 2754633 He said it was not possible to rule out that the chemical was a cancer risk to humans . However , it is not possible to say whether it may pose a cancer risk to humans . -0 1617344 1617290 Attorney John Barnett , who represents Morse , showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . After Jackson testified he never touched the officers during the struggle on the ground , Barnett showed photos of a scratch on Morse 's neck and the officer 's bloody ear . -1 153199 153213 The letter stated that a premature stillborn baby was placed on the bed in a blanket . According to the writer of the letter , the infant was " placed on the bed in a baby blanket " by a nurse . -1 2444519 2444508 Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk said his office received the recordings this week . Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk told Criss Wednesday his office only this week received the recordings . -1 2398178 2398195 " This is a wide-ranging and continuing investigation which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr Spitzer said . " This is a widening and continuing investigation , which is likely to result in numerous other charges , " Mr. Spitzer said yesterday at a news conference . -0 2221435 2221631 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 7.58 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,381.79 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . -1 1332049 1331979 Kyi , a U.N. envoy says , as Japan adds to growing international pressure by saying it will halt its hefty economic aid unless Suu Kyi is freed . JAPAN added to growing international pressure on Burma yesterday , threatening to halt its hefty economic aid unless the military government released pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi . -1 516583 516789 The decision could also prove useful in the " war on terrorism " . Tuesday 's decision could prove useful to the government in the war on terrorism . -0 914018 913889 Currently , the state 's congressional delegation is made up of 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . Although Republicans now hold every statewide office , the state 's congressional delegation comprises 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans . -1 2077064 2077087 In the first stage of the attack , the Lovsan worm began fouling computers around the world . The first stage of the malicious software began Monday , when the Lovsan worm began spreading around the world . -1 395858 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced Tuesdays ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to help . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . -0 2758909 2758887 Only 29 families of frogs are known and most were identified and described in the mid-1800s and the last in 1926 . Only 29 families of frogs are known , most of which were named by the mid-1800s . -1 425412 425310 The survey that found it covered only a narrow slice of the sky . The survey which uncovered the star only covered a narrow slice of the sky . -1 2264210 2264194 However , the standards body warns that changes to Internet Explorer may affect a " large number " of existing Web sites . Still , changes to IE " may affect a large number of existing Web pages , " according to the W3C 's notice . -1 1643239 1643042 Both Blair and Bush have faced accusations that they manipulated intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for military action . At home , the premier has faced accusations that he overplayed intelligence about weapons of mass destruction to make the case for war . -1 2330167 2330142 " I think 70 percent of the work is already done , " Tauzin told reporters in the Capitol . " About 70 percent of the work is already done , " Mr. Tauzin said . -1 2030917 2030877 " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal R. Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who led an association panel on enemy combatants . " We must defend those whom we dislike or even despise , " said Neal Sonnett , a Miami lawyer who headed an ABA task force on enemy combatants . -0 1091180 1091301 Likewise , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 23 / 32 for a yield of 4.34 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . -0 302467 302688 China has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who breaks their quarantine and intentionally spreads the killer SARS virus . China , haunted by the spread of SARS in its vast countryside , has threatened to execute or jail for life anyone who intentionally spreads the killer virus . -1 2011783 2011647 Earlier , they had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar " ( God is Greatest ) as Bashir walked to his seat in the tightly guarded courtroom . Earlier , Bashir 's supporters had defied a police order and cried " Allahu Akbar ( God is Greatest ) " as he walked to his seat . -1 754162 753958 The announcement comes one day after Microsoft ’ s global security chief , Scott Charney , reiterated Microsoft ’ s promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to users . The announcement comes one day after Scott Charney , Microsoft 's global security chief , reiterated Microsoft 's promises to simplify the way it distributes patches to customers . -1 232430 232714 The fighting around Bunia began after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from the town . The fighting begun May 7 after neighboring Uganda completed the withdrawal of its more than 6,000 soldiers from in an around Bunia . -1 2759168 2759156 An officer in the People 's Liberation Army selected from a pool of 14 , Lt-Col Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . A lieutenant colonel in the People 's Liberation Army , Yang is the son of a teacher and an official at an agricultural firm . -0 1288150 1287646 The Yankees , however , had big trouble handling Victor Zambrano ( 4-4 ) for the second straight time . The Yankees wasted no time breaking through against Zambrano ( 4-4 ) in the rematch . -1 2524160 2524303 A former candidate for governor of New York , he styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . Mr. McCall , who ran unsuccessfully for governor of New York in 2002 , styled himself an advocate of better corporate governance . -0 1668236 1668179 Yeager said the suspect in the Target attack showed tendencies of being a prior offender . Yeager said the incident appeared to be isolated , but the suspect showed tendencies of being a prior offender . -0 1957823 1957694 Tenet has been under scrutiny since November , when former Chief Executive Jeffrey Barbakow said the company used aggressive pricing to trigger higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . In November , Jeffrey Brabakow , the chief executive at the time , said the company used aggressive pricing to get higher payments for the sickest Medicare patients . -1 2007711 2007677 His decision means that the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges against him , will be tried in September . That means the case against Gary Lee Sampson , including the capital charges , will now to trial in September . -1 1297519 1297825 Meanwhile , rival contender , General Electric 's NBC , submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . Other contenders included General Electric 's GE.N NBC , which submitted a letter of interest , a source familiar with the matter said . -0 513165 513247 Freeman 's civil hearing may be , on the surface , about a driver 's license . Freeman said not having a driver license has been a burden . -1 1909555 1909331 " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Brian Halla , National 's chief executive , said in a statement . " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . -1 2668688 2668644 The priest , the Rev. John F. Johnston , 64 , of 35th Avenue in Jackson Heights , was charged with aggravated harassment and criminal possession of a weapon . The Rev. John Johnston , 64 , was charged with aggravated harassment in the phone call case and with criminal possession of a weapon , according to a police statement . -1 1851377 1851386 " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition , " said TI General Counsel Joseph Hubach . -1 1641980 1642291 That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process for writing a new constitution and for holding the first democratic elections . That state will not emerge until the interim government decides on a process to write a new constitution and to hold the first democratic elections . -1 299689 299752 Sendmail said the system can even be set up to permit business-only usage . The product can be instructed to permit business-only use , according to Sendmail . -0 2282307 2282491 The Senate Armed Services Committee will hold a separate hearing Thursday . It has not come to a vote yet in the Senate Armed Services Committee . -1 3118600 3118635 The telephone survey had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . The poll conducted between Oct. 24 and Nov. 2 had a margin of error of 2 percentage points . -1 3127902 3127435 Tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . -0 770718 770731 The bodies of former Invercargill man Warren Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , were recovered from below Mt D 'Archiac late yesterday morning . Warren David Campbell , 32 , and climbing companion Jonathan Smith , 47 , did not return as expected on Tuesday from climbing on Mt D 'Archiac in the McKenzie District . -0 2654770 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathy Gregg to the Student Loan Marketing Association board of directors . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . -1 1093844 1093616 Beckham will receive a yearly salary of $ 10 million plus bonuses , earning him about $ 220,000 a game . Beckham will pocket a weekly salary of about $ 213,000 and earn $ 10 million a year , plus bonuses . -0 1722079 1721812 Deaths in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the number of traffic deaths in 2002 , the agency says . Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . -0 1545909 1546212 This week 's tour will take Bush to Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria , and is aimed at softening his warrior image at home and abroad . In his first trip to sub-Saharan Africa as president , Mr. Bush will visit Senegal , South Africa , Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria before returning home on Saturday . -0 126769 126737 Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer will perhaps be the trickiest of all hires because there is such a dearth of good ones . Executive recruiters say that finding a seasoned chief merchandising officer perhaps will be the trickiest of all hires . -1 3142048 3142198 " We have sent a message to the nation that this is a new Louisiana , " she told a victory party in New Orleans . " We have sent a new message out to the nation — that this is a new Louisiana . " -0 2609476 2609428 Five more human cases of West Nile virus , were reported by the Mesa County Health Department on Wednesday . As of this week , 103 human West Nile cases in 45 counties had been reported to the health department . -1 967485 967554 It said the operation , which began on Monday , was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " A statement from the allied command said that the raid was part of " the continued effort to eradicate Baath Party loyalists , paramilitary groups and other subversive elements . " -0 229207 229298 NBC probably will end the season as the second most popular network behind CBS , although it 's first among the key 18-to- 49-year-old demographic . NBC will probably end the season as the second most-popular network behind CBS , which is first among the key 18-to-49-year-old demographic . -0 1438120 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 0.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 slipped 0.02 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 0.8 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . -0 1378077 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners about 8 to 5 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 47037 47072 Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries , including Canada , are held , many captured during the war against in Afghanistan the al-Qaida network . Some 660 prisoners from 42 countries are being held at the Naval base at Guantanamo Bay , many captured during the war against Al Qaeda in Afghanistan . -1 1964547 1964856 " Beginning ; early stages ; not life-threatening ; treatable , " he said at a news conference at the Capitol . Beginning , early stages , not life threatening , treatable , Bruno told a state Capitol news conference . -1 1149319 1149377 Oracle 's offer " undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of stockholders , " PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway said . " Oracle 's offer undervalues the company and is not in the best interest of PeopleSoft stockholders , " said PeopleSoft President and CEO Craig Conway , in the statement . -1 1591361 1591597 Bryant surrendered to authorities on Friday and posted a $ 25,000 bond . Bryant presented himself to authorities last Friday and was released after posting $ 25,000 bail . -1 2568019 2567975 Roberson was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , according to her mother , Shamika Woumnm of Dorchester . She was bitten on the back and scratched on the leg , her mother said . -1 2375172 2375137 He says information released about a tarot card left at one shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . He says the release of a tarot card left at a shooting scene may have prolonged the spree by cutting off fragile communications with the sniper . -0 117397 116930 It was the 23-9 Yankees ' third straight defeat - their longest skid of the season . The Yankees are in their first team-wide slump of the season . -0 494836 494848 Solomon 5.5 is available initially in the United States and Canada , for a starting price of about $ 12,700 . Solomon 5.5 is now available in the U.S. and Canada through Microsoft Business Solutions resellers . -1 1278159 1278426 The report released Monday simply says , This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . The document stated : " This report does not attempt to address the complexities of this issue . " -1 2715952 2715935 The SEC said on Thursday its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . Last week the Securities and Exchange Commission said its staff was preparing to draw up rules to combat trading abuses . -0 1244546 1244687 History will remember the University of Washington 's Dr. Belding Scribner as the man who has saved more than a million lives by making long-term kidney dialysis possible . Dr. Belding Scribner , inventor of a device that made long-term kidney dialysis possible and has saved more than a million lives , has died in Seattle at age 82 . -0 2590100 2589773 In the United States , 20.7 percent of all women smoke . Nevada is where the most women smoke , 28 percent . -0 585263 585343 But he will meet the French President , Jacques Chirac , privately . They include French President Jacques Chirac and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder . -1 2555777 2555594 He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is on the campaign trail . He is temporarily serving as Chechnya 's acting president while his boss , Akhmad Kadyrov , is running in the region 's Oct. 5 presidential election . -0 953802 953744 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index dipped 0.08 of a point to 1,646 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . -1 1629945 1629901 The hearing came one day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for failing to address the scandal . The hearing occurred a day after the Pentagon for the first time singled out an officer , Dallager , for not addressing the scandal . -1 2555766 2555591 Chechen officials working for the Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels and tension is running high ahead of next Sunday 's presidential election in war-torn Chechnya . Officials in Chechnya 's Moscow-backed government are a frequent target for rebels , and tension is running high ahead of Sunday 's presidential election in the war-ravaged region . -1 1979300 1979257 Columbia was destroyed during re-entry Feb. 1 , killing its seven astronauts . The Columbia broke apart during descent on Feb. 1 , killing all seven astronauts aboard . -1 3292858 3292499 Feral 's group was behind a successful tourism boycott about a decade ago that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . Friends of Animals , which touts 200,000 members , was behind a successful tourism boycott that resulted in then-Gov . Walter J. Hickel imposing a moratorium on wolf control in 1992 . -1 725414 725148 She concludes that what her husband did was morally wrong but not a betrayal of the public . Mrs Clinton said her husband action 's were morally wrong but did not constitute a public betrayal . -0 1687491 1687417 Sen. Bob Graham , Florida Democrat , raised $ 2 million after getting a late start . Further back , Sen. Bob Graham of Florida reported about $ 1.7 million on hand . -1 1315389 1315289 The exam contains four sections and tests a students knowledge of algebra and geometry as well as probability and statistics . The test , in four sections , includes algebra and geometry , along with some questions on probability and statistics . -0 1571024 1571088 Top U.S. executives are feeling increasingly sunny about business conditions and corporate profits , according to a survey released Monday . Business confidence among top U.S. executives hit a 12-month high in the second quarter , according to a survey released Monday . -1 2467980 2467938 Massachusetts is one of 12 states that does not have the death penalty , having abolished capital punishment in 1984 . Massachusetts is one of 12 states without the death penalty , having abolished it in 1984 . -1 1272006 1271919 Taylor 's aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more chaos , a view shared by many in Liberia and , in private , even by mediators . His aides warn an abrupt departure could trigger more bloodshed , a view shared by many in Liberia . -1 1737201 1737431 Recall advocates say they have turned in 1.6 million signatures to counties . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . -1 2383164 2382951 Mr. Gettelfinger said at that news conference that " we are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " with Ford and G.M. " We are going to continue to hammer away at the negotiations process until we reach an agreement , " he said . -0 85769 85654 Country-music station KKCS has suspended two disc jockeys for playing songs by the Dixie Chicks in violation of a ban imposed after one group member criticized President George Bush . A radio station has suspended two disc jockeys for locking themselves in the studio and continuously playing Dixie Chicks songs , violating the station 's two-month-old ban on the group 's music . -1 1547970 1548372 Their difference was over whether the court should pay attention to legal opinions of other world courts , such as the European Court of Human Rights . Their difference was over whether the court should take into account the legal opinions of other world courts , like the European Court of Human Rights . -0 1834966 1835064 It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had the option of signing on Google 's services . It 's also a strategic win for Overture , given that Knight Ridder had been using Google 's advertising services . -1 1952106 1951806 BOSTON The Catholic archdiocese in Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 clergy sex abuse lawsuits , according to a document obtained by The Associated Press . The American Roman Catholic archdiocese of Boston has offered $ 55 million to settle more than 500 sex abuse lawsuits involving priests . -1 2727208 2727256 Lewis said that the third-quarter results were driven by deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results , and improved mortgage and card revenues . Deposit and loan growth , strong investment banking and trading results and strong growth in mortgage and card revenues drove this quarter 's results . -0 3448494 3448458 Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) scrambled up $ 2.19 , or almost 12 percent , to $ 20.59 . Telecom equipment maker Lucent Technologies Inc . ( nyse : QCOM - news - people ) rallied 43 cents , or 12.3 percent , to $ 3.95 . -1 1179259 1179239 They were not supplied or given to us but unearthed by our reporter , David Blair , in the Foreign Ministry in Baghdad . " They were not supplied or given to us , but unearthed by our reporter " in Iraq 's foreign ministry , he said . -1 758187 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions , but President Bill Clinton vetoed them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . -1 1934902 1935161 Brian Brabazon said his son would get upset but then turn around and befriend his taunters . Her son would get upset , his mom said , but then turn around and befriend his taunters . -1 1057430 1057549 At his sentencing , Avants had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . Avants , wearing a light brown jumpsuit , had tubes in his nose and a portable oxygen tank beside him . -0 2636355 2636382 McKnight 's lawyers say there is no proof her cocaine use caused the child 's death . McKnight 's lawyers said she had no intention of harming the child . -1 2734407 2734397 The number of extremely obese American adults - those who are at least 100 pounds overweight - has quadrupled since the 1980s to about 4 million . The number of Americans considered extremely obese , or at least 100 pounds overweight , has quadrupled since the 1980s to a startling 4 million , the research shows . -1 1017924 1017812 The verbal flareup with Keating stemmed from Cardinal Mahony 's initial refusal to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . A verbal flare-up between Keating and Mahony began when the cardinal initially refused to participate in that survey unless procedures were changed . -0 3292852 3292493 An animal rights group waited Friday to find out if it has succeeded in putting a stop to a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . An Alaska judge has rejected an attempt by an animal rights group to stop a state-sponsored program allowing hunters to shoot wolves from airplanes in Alaska . -1 2577533 2577526 The CFTC has been investigating several energy companies , including at least three Colorado companies , for manipulating energy markets by reporting false natural-gas trading prices to industry publications . The federal agency has been investigating whether several energy companies manipulated energy markets by reporting false natural gas trading prices to industry publications . -0 1580731 1580611 " In relation to the second paper , one part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . He went on : " One part of that should have been sourced to a reference work . -0 1910414 1910464 The court then stayed that injunction , pending an appeal by the Canadian company . The injunction was immediately stayed pending an appeal to the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington . -1 2820354 2820518 He was eventually taken to London 's Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock . He was taken to Hammersmith hospital , where doctors regulated Blair 's heart beat via electric shock in a procedure called " cardio-version " . -1 758287 758501 Under the legislation , a physician who performs the procedure could face up to two years in prison . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -0 1810937 1810983 Dotson was taken to Chester River Hospital Center where he stayed overnight . Dotson was taken to an area hospital for a psychiatric evaluation . -1 3010293 3010036 When police removed the four from the home , they weighed 136 pounds combined . Each boy weighed less than 50 pounds when they were removed from the home Oct. 10 . -1 1640498 1640420 The second company , temporarily dubbed ``InternationalCo . ' ' , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . The second company , to be called Prisma Energy International Inc . , includes 19 international power and pipeline holdings . -1 1106648 1106676 He was convicted by a Ventura County Superior Court jury and sentenced in absentia to 124 years in prison . He was convicted in his absence in January and sentenced to 124 years . -1 1278202 1278372 The draft of the report was forthright : " Climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment . " The original report had concluded that ' ' climate change has global consequences for human health and the environment , ' ' according to an internal EPA memo . -0 2750584 2750617 Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as the reconstruction of Afghanistan and Iraq . Civilian reservists also could be sent overseas for jobs such as reconstruction in Afghanistan and Iraq , working in positions from translator to truck driver . -1 530989 530791 Westfield , which owns Galleria in Morley , also will continue discussions about the other co-owned centres such as Knox City in Melbourne , half-owned by Deutsche Bank . Westfield also will continue discussions over the other co-owned centres , such as Knox City in Melbourne , where Deutsche Bank owns a 50 per cent stake . -1 2733774 2733758 Last year Bloomberg boycotted the parade because he wanted to march with two actors from " The Sopranos . " Last year , Bloomberg snubbed the affair after being told he couldn 't march with cast members of the " The Sopranos . " -1 1758040 1758028 Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . -1 3424957 3425063 Like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to 27 December were flat , while the gross margin fell by 2 percentage points , the company said . UK retail like-for-like sales for the 17 weeks to December 27 were flat , with gross margin down two percentage points . -1 775197 775031 Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer told The Associated Press . A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . -1 1939247 1939420 " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel efficient and aimed at young families . " " What this allows us to do is have a crossover that is much more fuel- efficient , aimed at young families , " Mr. Cowger said . -0 2465088 2464870 The teen was in surgery at Sacred Heart Medical Center , and the extent of his injuries was not available , Bragdon said . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . -1 2209500 2209461 The goal will be to reduce congestion by upgrading road , building tollways , facilitating public transit or any other means to improve mobility . The money can be used for road upgrades , tollways , public transit or any other means to improve mobility . -0 1497875 1497840 The conservancy helped in the purchase of the land from the Estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . The park service purchased the land from the estate of Samuel Mills Damon for $ 22 million . -0 2939928 2939983 Sir Paul already has three children fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 by his wife Linda , who died from breast cancer in 1998 . McCartney has three children - fashion designer Stella , 31 , Mary , 33 , and James , 25 - by first wife Linda . -0 1757157 1756828 In recent years , Mr. Hampton continued to run into trouble , facing charges of fare-beating and credit-card theft . In recent years , Hampton kept in touch with friends and stayed in trouble : He faced charges of fare-beating and credit-car theft . -1 424839 424933 SCO has also alleged that the generic Linux kernel contains code which is from its Unix property . SCO claims that the Linux kernel holds Unix intellectual property owned by SCO . -1 941674 941618 But Amrozi did not reveal and was not asked the company 's or his boss 's name . Amrozi did not reveal , and was not asked , the identity of his boss . -1 1254185 1254350 General Jeffery announced he would give his substantial military pension accumulated over 40 years to charity during his stay at Government House . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . -1 2198929 2198650 The rest said they belonged to another party or had no affiliation . The rest said they had no affiliation or belonged to another party . -1 2820268 2820184 Blair himself took the reins of the Labour Party after its leader John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . -1 469248 469124 In 2002 , for example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , between May and October , due largely to terrorism fears driven by headlines . For example , the Dow dropped more than 1,500 points , or 15.6 percent , from May to October 2002 , largely because of terrorism fears driven by the headlines . -0 3224724 3224642 The House and Senate are expected to vote on the omnibus bill in the next two months . The House Republican leadership said it expected to call members back Dec. 8 for a vote on the omnibus bill . -1 2141596 2141567 She said six were from Douglas County , the southwestern Oregon county that includes Roseburg , and two were from the Portland area . Six were from Douglas County , which includes Roseburg , and two from the Portland area . -0 1096232 1096391 PeopleSoft gained 94 cents , or 5.5 percent , to $ 18.09 . PeopleSoft gained $ 1.09 , or 6.3 percent , to $ 18.24 and was Nasdaq 's most active issue . -1 3232514 3232502 A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn from United International Pictures , says that unlike The Matrix Revolutions , he cannot detect any advance scepticism , even within the business . A rival distributor , Mike Selwyn , of United International Pictures , says he cannot detect , unlike The Matrix Revolutions , any advance scepticism . -1 784095 784495 " The law has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses , " Ashcroft said . He admits that the law " has several weaknesses which terrorists could exploit , undermining our defenses . " -0 2561428 2561327 " Canada is a small country , and it needs companies like this , deals like this . " A passionate nationalist , Mr. D 'Alessandro said : " Canada is a small country , and we need more companies like this . " -0 581566 581586 Revenue rose to $ 616.5 million from $ 610.6 million a year earlier . Revenue was up a tad , from $ 610.6 million to $ 616.5 million . -1 679580 679663 The winner of the Williams-Mauresmo match will play the winner of Justine Henin-Hardenne vs. Chanda Rubin . The Williams-Mauresmo winner will play the winner of the match between Justine Henin-Hardenne and Chanda Rubin . -1 1860195 1860074 " By its actions , the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war , " the Connecticut Democrat told a Capitol Hill news conference . " By its actions , " Lieberman said , " the Bush administration threatens to give a bad name to a just war . " -0 758247 758152 I urge Congress to quickly resolve any differences and send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " He urged Congress to " send me the final bill as soon as possible so that I can sign it into law . " -1 2875204 2875289 The House passed a similar measure by a wide margin on Sept . 9 . The House of Representative passed an identical amendment on Sept . 9 , by a 227-188 vote . -0 1700574 1700638 Reuters reported Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report , and the Rev. Al Sharpton reported $ 12,061 in the bank . Former Illinois Sen. Carol Moseley Braun ended June with $ 22,126 in the bank , according to her FEC report . -0 1211445 1211102 After learning she would no longer get an experimental drug that treated her severe peanut allergy , Allison Smith reacted with panic . The nurse called Allison Smith with the news : The experimental drug that so effectively treated her severe peanut allergy was being taken away . -0 2990665 2990721 Darren Dopp , a Spitzer spokesman , declined to comment late Thursday . John Heine , a spokesman for the commission in Washington , declined to comment on Mr. Spitzer 's criticism . -1 1467440 1467475 Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons - we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser , " he told an industry audience in London yesterday . Using bookmarks and back and forth buttons -- we had about eighteen different things we had in mind for the browser . " -0 173865 173817 Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1537 , a fresh four-year high and up a half cent from around $ 1.1480 in late U.S. trade . -1 1966117 1966021 Three American warships are off the Liberian coast carrying a total of 2,300 marines . There are three warships with 2,300 Marines lingering off its coast . -1 153219 153202 Those involved were allegedly told to never speak of the incident again , according to the letter . The letter said staff was told to never speak of the incident . -0 222569 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped $ 1.49 or 27 percent , to $ 4 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 1317197 1317098 " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction , " PeopleSoft responded . In a public statement , a spokesperson said : " Removing the waiver means nothing when Oracle still has pending litigation in Delaware that opposes the PeopleSoft / J.D. Edwards transaction . " -1 598388 598429 At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant of tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated - yet went without penality from umpire Lars Graf . At best , Davydenko 's supporters were naively ignorant to tennis etiquette ; at worst , they cheated – yet went unpenalised by umpire Lars Graf . -1 1857283 1857419 The Pentagon says it 's a technique that 's been successful in predicting elections , even box-office receipts . The Pentagon insists the technique has successfully predicted elections and even box office receipts . -1 1402178 1402015 Treatment guidelines , many written by medical-specialty organizations , recommend approaches to many ailments , such as painkillers and exercise for arthritis . Treatment guidelines , many written by medical specialty organizations , outline recommended approaches to many common ailments , ranging from painkillers and exercise for arthritis to surgery for breast cancer . -1 427232 427141 After three months , Atkins dieters had lost an average of 14.7 pounds compared with 5.8 pounds in the conventional group . Three months into the study , the Atkins group had lost an average of about 15 pounds , compared with five for the low-fat group . -1 218969 218921 " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , but I look forward to the challenge , " Parsons told reporters at NASA headquarters . " It 's probably not the easiest time to come in and take over the shuttle program , " Mr. Parsons said at a news conference at NASA headquarters . -1 3035805 3035933 None of Deans opponents picked him as someone to party with , nor was Dean asked that question . None of Dean 's opponents picked him as someone to party with and Dean was not asked the question . -1 2920008 2920256 Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event included business and that some of those attending were Tyco employees . Mr. Kozlowski contends that the event was in large part a business function . -0 117405 116942 The Mariners torched Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the eighth for four runs and a 12-5 bulge . The Mariners piled on against Randy Choate and Juan Acevedo in the bottom of the inning . -1 887074 886949 In a statement , the Redmond , Wash . , company said that it was acquiring the " intellectual property and technology assets " of GeCAD . Microsoft said Tuesday it intends to acquire the intellectual property and technology assets of Romanian antivirus firm GeCAD Software Srl . -1 419328 419467 The horrific nature of the attacks is often fueled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . The attacks are often fuelled by a mix of tribal hatreds and a desire to spread terror in the region . -0 1697711 1697837 The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which Mr O Muireagáin was a member , welcomed his release . The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign , of which he was a member , said he was researching a schools exchange project . -1 895046 895020 A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M declined to confirm how many employees were affected . A spokeswoman for Interscope Geffen A & M Records declined to elaborate . -0 3363080 3363246 In that same time , the S & P and the Nasdaq have gained about 3.5 percent . The Nasdaq composite gained 4.78 to 1,955.80 , having edged up 0.1 percent last week . -0 1785022 1785160 On Monday , U.S. Army Pfc. Jessica Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star , Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center . Lynch , who returns to the hills of West Virigina Tuesday , also received the Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington . -1 2953368 2953320 He urged member states that contribute police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . Undersecretary-General for Peacekeeping Jean-Marie Guehenno urged member states contributing police and soldiers to U.N. peacekeeping operations to provide more women . -1 2412871 2412758 Other changes in the plan refine his original vision , Libeskind said . Many of the changes are improvements to the original plan , Libeskind said . -1 2192289 2192322 The new contract extends the guarantee that his annual pay and bonus will be at least $ 2.4 million a year . The contract sets his annual base salary at $ 1.4 million and his target bonus at a minimum of $ 1 million . -1 1660835 1660765 A rebel who was captured said more than 2,000 insurgents were involved in the attack . A captured rebel said 2,100 combatants had been involved in the offensive . -1 1167817 1167737 Under Kansas law , it is illegal for children under the age of 16 to have sexual relations . In the opinion , Kline noted that it is illegal for children that young to have sexual relations . -0 3013559 3013501 Aside from meeting Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on the sidelines of the Forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . On the sidelines of the Bo 'ao forum , Mr Goh also met Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and held talks with Tajikistan President Emomali Sharipovich Rakhmonov . -1 1901066 1900994 Fires in Spain 's Extremadura region , which borders Portugal , have forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes . Fires in Spain 's Extramadura region bordering Portugal , and Avila province forced hundreds of people to leave their homes . -1 358545 358607 On a planet that takes nearly 165 years to orbit the sun , spring can last more than 40 years . Because it takes Neptune 165 years to orbit the Sun its seasons will last for decades . -1 424643 424716 SSE CEO Marchant said he would sell on Midlands ' power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow British utility International Power Plc IPR.L for 21 million pounds . After the deal SSE will sell on Midlands 's power generation assets in Turkey and Pakistan to fellow UK utility International Power Plc for 21 million pounds . -1 229248 228887 Crossing Jordan will be back in January after star Jill Hennessy gives birth . NBC also plans to shelve Crossing Jordan until January as star Jill Hennessy has her first child . -1 2181021 2180960 Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university was prepared to keep the campus running with temporary workers and managers doing extra work . Yale spokesman Tom Conroy said the university planned to keep the campus running with managers and temporary workers performing union workers ' jobs . -1 1050857 1050763 A member of the chart-topping collective So Solid Crew dumped a loaded pistol in an alleyway as he fled from police , a court heard yesterday . A member of the rap group So Solid Crew threw away a loaded gun during a police chase , Southwark Crown Court was told yesterday . -1 1238193 1238167 They passed through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership in 2001 to Syndia . It said the patents were " allegedly " assigned to Syndia in 2001 through the Lemelson Medical , Educational and Research Foundation Limited Partnership . -0 41192 41211 Shares of USA Interactive rose $ 2.28 , or 7 percent , to $ 34.96 on Friday in Nasdaq Stock Market composite trading and have gained 53 percent this year . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.03 , or 41 percent , to close at $ 20.72 on the Nasdaq stock market yesterday . -1 2042707 2042682 We believe them to be without merit , and will defend ourselves vigorously . " We believe it is without merit and we will defend ourselves rigorously . " -1 2221460 2221621 The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . The Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , rose 3.28 , or 0.7 percent , to 494.20 . -1 2254053 2254016 The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires like Mr. Schwarzenegger and Mr. Ueberroth , both Republican candidates . The law does not regulate how much individuals can contribute to their own campaigns , a decided advantage for millionaires such as Schwarzenegger and Ueberroth . -1 1012075 1012032 Dixon put his style on display Sunday afternoon in winning the Honda Indy 225 at Pikes Peak International Raceway . Scott Dixon eventually made winning the Honda Indy 225 look easy Sunday at Pikes Peak International Raceway . -1 1090099 1090192 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side may have fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued today that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " -1 1410935 1410955 Among the most recent additions to the list , which to date includes more than 360 groups and individuals , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . The most recent addition to the list , which to date includes 125 names , is Zelimkhan Yandarbiev , the former president of Chechnya . -0 757161 757320 As of Tuesday , almost 250 health-care workers were in quarantine . In addition , 6,800 people were in quarantine and thousands of health-care workers in working quarantine . -1 2109569 2109788 About 1,000 people attended the ceremony , kicking off two days of observances tied to the March on Washington . About 1,000 people came in stifling heat to begin two days of observances tied to the coming 40th anniversary of the March on Washington on Aug. 28 , 1963 . -1 1729705 1729745 Second quarter sales came in at $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million the year before , AMD said . Revenue in the second quarter ended June 29 was $ 645 million , up from $ 600 million a year ago . -1 2225692 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped without injury , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . -0 1787836 1787964 Southwest exercised nine 2004 options and six 2005 options , which were accelerated for delivery next year . Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . -1 1921888 1921873 Professor Hermon-Taylor adds , An unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS ) were also infected with the MAP bug . Hermon-Taylor said an unexpected finding of the research showed that patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS ) may also be infected with MAP . -0 2046226 2046137 Preliminary reports were that the men were not seen together at the airport , sources said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . -0 3041807 3041719 Details of the research appear in the Nov. 5 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association . The results , published in the Journal of the American Medical Association , involved just 47 heart attack patients . -1 182373 182570 Six countries have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason , the ministry said . Spain , Poland , United Arab Emirates and Lithuania have advised their citizens not to travel to Taiwan for any reason . -0 3435718 3435733 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > tacked on 5.91 points , or 0.29 percent , to 2,053.27 . The technology-focused Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > advanced 6 points , or 0.30 percent , to 2,053 , erasing earlier losses . -1 1082201 1082171 United Airlines plans to become the first domestic airline to offer e-mail on all its domestic flights by the end of the year , the company announced yesterday . United Airways plans to offer in-flight , two-way e-mail on all domestic flights by the end of the year , becoming the first U.S. carrier to do so . -1 524455 524526 Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said it appeared to have veered from its flight path because of the fog . Volodymyr Gorbanovsky , deputy general director of the plane 's owners , Mediterranean Airlines , said initial information indicated it had veered from its flight path because of fog . -1 2082864 2083180 Meteorologists predicted the storm would become a Category 1 hurricane before landfall . It was predicted to become a Category I hurricane overnight . -1 1678989 1678913 I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker , ' ' Sherry Studabaker told BBC television . I called the number and the lady told me she was talking on the phone to Toby Studabaker . " -1 2251019 2251007 Sweeney said he would formally announce the formation of the new union on Wednesday in Detroit . Sweeney is to formally announce the campaign in a speech Wednesday in Detroit . -0 2947200 2947300 Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 290-1 / 2p while Morrison shares rose 1-3 / 4p to 222-3 / 4p in early morning trade . Shares in Safeway rose 1-1 / 4p to 288-1 / 4p in morning trade in London . -1 549224 549434 Emeryville-based Ask Jeeves agreed to sell a business software division to a Sunnyvale-based rival , Kanisa , for $ 4.25 million . Ask Jeeves Wednesday announced it plans to sell its enterprise software division , Jeeves Solutions , to Kanisa . -1 3050823 3051282 " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hate most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . " It went on : " I picked prostitutes as my victims because I hated most prostitutes and I did not want to pay them for sex . -1 3275436 3275564 A positive PSA test has to be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures before cancer can be confirmed . Before confirming a diagnosis of cancer , a positive PSA test must be followed up with a biopsy or other procedures . -1 2724082 2724346 But Mr. Peterson added , " I don 't know anybody in the conference committee who 's fighting to keep it out completely . " But Peterson added , I dont know anybody in the conference committee whos fighting to keep it out completely . -0 1588251 1588119 The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index gained 25.75 points , or 1.5 percent , to 1,746.46 , its highest close in about 15 months . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 1.55 points , or 0.09 percent , at 1,744.91 . -0 2497083 2497357 In 1998 Intel invested $ 500 million in Micron , but later sold the equity it had bought , Mulloy said . Earlier this year , Intel invested $ 123 million in Elpida Memory over two funding rounds , Mulloy said . -1 1499622 1499552 So far , however , only four companies have licensed the protocols , according to the report to the judge yesterday . So far , only four companies have licensed Microsoft 's communications protocols : EMC , Network Appliance , VeriSign and Starbak Communications , the report noted . -1 912352 912568 The speaker issued a one-paragraph statement , saying , " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel , J. Michael Boxley . " I am advised that certain allegations of criminal conduct have been interposed against my counsel J. Michael Boxley , " Silver said . -0 779810 779840 In the second quarter , Anadarko now expects volume of 46 million BOE , down from 48 million BOE . Production for the second quarter was cut to 46 million barrels from 48 million barrels . -1 2594771 2594835 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . The Institute 's national manufacturing barometer slipped to 53.7 in September from 54.7 in August . -0 390614 390727 It got up on his personal radar screen this past week , I 've given him my pitch and he was quite supportive , " he said . " It got up on his personal radar screen in the past week , and I had to get my pitch . -0 1462228 1462201 " It 's just too important to keeping crime down , " he said of Operation Impact , which began Jan. 3 . " It 's just too important to keeping crime down in the city to let it lapse , " the mayor said of Operation Impact . -1 1602801 1602232 The couple was granted an annulment in September 2001 and Joanie Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . Joanie Harper and Brothers were granted an annulment in September 2001 , and Harper was given sole custody of Marques and Lyndsey , court records show . -0 333586 333691 Iraq 's economy was ravaged during years of U.N. sanctions over ex-president Saddam Hussein 's 1990 occupation of Kuwait and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . Iraq 's economy was shattered under former president Saddam Hussein and by the U.S.-led war to oust him which ended in April . -0 927971 927923 Nationwide , severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 5,300 people , about two-thirds of world 's total , and killed 343 of them . Severe acute respiratory syndrome has infected more than 8,300 worldwide and killed at least 790 , most of them in Asia . -0 2122781 2122817 Under the settlement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million in equal installments over a period of 10 years . Under the agreement , Solutia will pay $ 50 million and Monsanto will pay $ 390 million . -1 3416793 3416659 Smith found the cigarette tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , meaning the tribe is simply an agent for collecting a tax . Smith ruled that the state 's tax falls on the tobacco consumer , not the tribe , making the tribe simply an agent for collecting the tax . -1 1703383 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a Bloomfield Township parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . -0 1842916 1842855 After Mao 's death in 1976 , Madame Mao was sentenced to life imprisonment for her role in the oppressive Cultural Revolution . After Mao 's death in 1976 , she was tried and sentenced to death , later commuted to life . -0 2333634 2333613 Six vehicles , including one belonging to the army , were damaged in the powerful explosion . Several passing vehicles and an adjacent shop were also damaged in the explosion . -0 3436564 3436580 If convicted , they face up to five years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine on each of the 11 counts . If convicted , each faces up to five years in prison and a fine of $ 250,000 or more based on the amount of gains involved . -1 2767189 2767088 There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to outnumber those who accept it by around 20 to 17 . There will be no vote on the issue but those opposed to Robinson 's appointment are thought to be in the majority . -1 497592 497567 " Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate [ to demonstrate a vulnerability ] without building in the reproductive sequences . Writing safe programs that demonstrate an infection vector is adequate without building in the reproductive sequences . " -1 2222013 2222000 In other words , Cablevision is obligated to pay for YES Network 's lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . Ironically , Cablevision will be footing the bill for YES ' lawsuit against Time Warner Cable . -0 142757 142681 Germany 's Foreign Ministry said it believed the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein , but had no further details . Germany said most of the passengers were from the northern states of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein . -1 556817 556894 A gunman who had ``a beef with the Postal Service ' ' stormed into a suburban post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , authorities said . A gunman stormed into the Lakeside post office and took two employees hostage Wednesday , San Diego County authorities said . -1 2081069 2081132 The agency will " consider as timely any tax returns or payments due " Aug. 15 if they are submitted by Aug. 22 . The agency said it would consider as timely any tax returns or payments due from Friday through Aug. 22 if they are completed by Aug. 22 . -1 52697 52210 Appleton said police continue to hold out the possibility that more than one person was involved in the poisonings . He said investigators have not ruled out the possibility that more than one person was behind the poisonings . -1 1821953 1822072 " My judgment is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " -1 1910298 1910189 Shares of Microsoft fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Microsoft shares ( MSFT : news , chart , profile ) fell 1 cent to close at $ 25.65 . -1 1084673 1084603 His other films include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam " and " Jungle Fever . " His movies include " Malcolm X , " " Summer of Sam , " " Jungle Fever " and " Do the Right Thing . " -1 386392 386453 She was arraigned in New York state on three counts of murder and ordered held without bail . She was arraigned on three counts of second-degree murder and ordered held without bail in Sullivan County Jail . -1 1125577 1125579 He acted as an international executive producer on Who Wants to be a Millionaire and The Weakest Link . A Melbourne TV producer who worked on shows including Who Wants To Be a Millionaire ? -1 1784357 1784427 After 9 / 11 , Connolly said , agents spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . Connolly said FBI agents in San Diego and abroad spent thousands of hours investigating al-Bayoumi . -0 1343037 1343491 The Dow Jones industrial average fell 98.30 , or 1.1 percent , while bond values fell , too . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . -0 3240212 3240174 Proving that the Millville son 's sacrifice would not go unsung , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-mast for the next 30 days . In Millville yesterday , Mayor James Quinn ordered all city flags flown at half-staff for the next 30 days . -1 2733361 2733225 With an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion , Mrs. Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people . Kroc ranked No. 121 on Forbes magazine 's latest list of the nation 's wealthiest people , with an estimated net worth of $ 1.7 billion . -1 1924249 1924200 The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the prisoners freed by Saddam before the war . The biggest threat to order seemed to be looting and crime , including robberies by some of the tens of thousands of prisoners that Mr. Hussein freed last year . -0 127711 127942 Pratt & Whitney had said that 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to Europe , with final assembly in Germany . Pratt & Whitney had said that if it won the contract 75 per cent of the engine equipment would be outsourced to European suppliers , with final assembly in Germany . -1 1814559 1814485 " People who are high in positive emotions sleep better , they have better diets , they exercise more , they have lower levels of these stress hormones , " Cohen said . " Happy people sleep better , have better diets , exercise more and have less levels of stress hormones , " Cohen said . -0 1319416 1319587 Robin Saunders , head of the bank 's London-based principal finance unit , is also expected to quit . Robin Saunders , head of the principal finance unit , has made clear she has funding to buy parts of the business . -0 1400051 1399931 But the new study , from the Women 's Health Initiative , said the opposite . The discovery so alarmed researchers that they stopped the study , known as the Women 's Health Initiative . -1 2677870 2677957 It wants to force him to return his allegedly ill-gotten gains , with interest , and pay penalties . The agency wants him to return the illegal proceeds with interest and pay civil monetary penalties . -1 1141165 1141074 Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Hussein hail , about 90 miles north of Baghdad , U.S. military officials said Wednesday night . Mahmud was seized near Tikrit , the area from which he and Saddam hail , about 150 kilometres north-west of Baghdad , US military officials said . -1 175648 175674 They remain 40 percent below the levels prior to February 's initial overstatement news . The stock remains 43 percent below levels prior to the February overstatement news . -0 2637529 2637241 The arrests revealed new details about the four-month investigation at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home . Kerkowski and Fassett 's bodies were unearthed at Selenski 's Mount Olivet Road home on June 5 . -1 129988 130086 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > lost 6 points , or 0.71 percent , to 927 . The broad Standard & Poors 500-stock index was down 4.77 points to 929.62 . -1 1650317 1650169 Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's conference in Texas . -0 433768 433845 Now , Blanca 's American husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk , faces a murder indictment issued in February by the Philippine government , which says he 's the leading suspect . Now , Blanca 's husband , 63-year-old Roger Lawrence Strunk of Tracy , faces a murder indictment issued by the Philippine government in February . -0 394030 394435 A key question was whether France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. authorization for the war , would vote " Yes " or abstain . France , which infuriated Washington by leading the charge against U.N. approval for the war , also sought changes . -0 697069 697045 " Certainly what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying very seriously , " he added . " We don 't know everything [ but ] what we know suggests that we should take what they 're saying seriously , " he said . -0 2079192 2079450 On Wall Street , trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout that continued to affect parts of New York City . Stocks barely budged Friday as trading resumed with some glitches from the blackout in New York . -0 3294289 3294206 Tony Blair has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe at the gathering in the capital Abuja . The Prime Minister has taken a hardline stance arguing nothing should be done to lessen the pressure on Mugabe . -1 3015328 3015421 Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . James Brolin and Judy Davis play Ronald and Nancy Reagan in the CBS film . -0 2677674 2677852 The Securities and Exchange Commission also filed a civil fraud complaint against Dinh , of Phoenixville . The Securities and Exchange Commission brought a related civil case on Thursday . -0 3009646 3009757 Levin 's attorney , Bo Hitchcock , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . -0 3455245 3455323 A month ago a military C-17 transporter returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded . A month ago a military transport plane returned to Baghdad when an engine exploded in what officials called a " safety incident . " -1 3175893 3176113 The Swiss franc rose nearly a third of a centime against the dollar and was last at 1.2998 < CHF = > to the greenback . The Swiss franc rose three quarters of a percent against the dollar and was last at 1.2980 to the greenback . -0 314376 314810 Associated Press Writers Michelle Morgante in San Diego and Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . Associated Press Writer Ken Ritter in Las Vegas contributed to this article . -1 1497869 1497957 The purchase is the largest conservation transaction in Hawaii 's history , the agencies said . The $ 22 million deal , announced Thursday , is also the largest land conservation transaction in Hawaii history . -0 132072 131680 She said Nelson heard someone shout , " Let 's get the Jew ! " Mr. Nelson heard people shout : " There 's a Jew . -1 3047892 3047936 The FCC said existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment would remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . It also required that existing televisions , VCRs , DVD players and related equipment will remain fully functional under the new broadcast flag system . -1 2728250 2728424 Motorola had scheduled its earnings report to be released today after the close of trading . The Schaumburg , Ill.-based company had scheduled its earnings report to be released on Tuesday after the close of trading . -1 1721269 1721439 For the third time in the past four years , wildfires are the problem . It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . -0 1927830 1927804 Most of those killed were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal who were working at Rohtang tunnel . The majority of the dead were labourers from Jharkhand and Nepal . -1 388283 388371 Axcan 's shares closed down 63 Canadian cents , or 4 percent , at C $ 16.93 in Toronto on Tuesday . Axcan 's shares were down 3.8 percent , or 66 Canadian cents , at C $ 16.90 in Toronto on Tuesday . -0 472948 472521 It forecast 445 billion yen in loan-loss charges for the year ending next March . The bank booked 820 billion yen in loan-loss charges compared with 1.9 trillion yen a year ago . -0 3063387 3063680 Iraqi doctors who treated former prisoner of war Jessica Lynch dismissed on Friday claims made in her biography that she was raped by her Iraqi captors . Former prisoner of war Pfc. Jessica Lynch is winning admiration in her hometown all over again for the courage to reveal she was raped by her Iraqi captors . -1 1006726 1006791 On Thursday , Lee won a preliminary injunction in New York preventing Viacom from using the name " Spike TV . " On Thursday , a New York City judge ordered Viacom to stop using the name Spike TV pending a trial . -1 3388966 3389018 A grief-stricken old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , uttering : " My child , my child . " One old woman , disconsolate with grief , smeared her face with dirt , only able to utter : " My child , my child . " -1 1741621 1742071 In 1999 a California legislator proposed a law requiring driving tests for those over the age of 75 who sought to renew their licenses . In 1999 a California state senator proposed a law requiring motorists over the age of 75 to take driving tests to renew their licenses . -0 3271965 3272067 More than 400 people have been killed since August , including Afghan and foreign aid workers , U.S. and Afghan soldiers , officials and police , and many guerrillas . They have included local and foreign aid workers , U.S. troops , Afghan soldiers , officials and police , as well as many guerrillas . -1 1603953 1603866 The results will be published the July 10 issue of the journal Nature . The results appear in Thursday ’ s issue of the journal Nature . -1 2573271 2573289 The Opposition Leader , Simon Crean , said John Howard had been forced to make changes by the incompetence of his ministers . The Leader of the Opposition , Simon Crean , said from Jakarta that the reshuffle had been forced by ministerial incompetence . -1 62712 62605 In fact , 10 million shares of the sale went to an unidentified charitable trust - which promptly sold them . Turner said he transferred 10 million additional shares to a charitable trust , which also liquidated them . -0 1515667 1515844 The airline says only Robert Milton is taking a 15-per-cent reduction in pay . The airline 's pilots , for example , are taking a 15-per-cent cut . -1 577830 578527 The WHIMS study found that combination hormone therapy doubled the risk for probable dementia in women 65 and older and did not prevent mild cognitive impairment . One study found that combination therapy doubled the risk of probable dementia and did not prevent less-severe mental decline . -0 1013629 1013779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 16.02 points , or 1.62 percent , at 1,004.63 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index added 28.73 points , or 1.77 percent , at 1,655.22 . -1 1793282 1793115 Researchers found that people 65 and older who had fish once a week had a 60 % lower risk of Alzheimer 's than those who never or rarely ate fish . Older people who eat fish at least once a week could cut their risk of Alzheimer 's by more than half , a study suggests . -0 2661773 2661839 The product also features an updated release of the Apache Web server , as well as Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis . Panther Server also includes an updated release of Apache , along with Apache Tomcat and Apache Axis for creating powerful web services . -1 1958219 1958344 Clayton 's shares were also suspended from trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Clayton Homes ' stock ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange after Wednesday 's close . -1 3349925 3349953 The cleanup , including new carpeting , electrical wiring and bathrooms , cost about $ 130 million . The $ 130 million cleanup included new carpet , electrical wiring and bathrooms . -1 1551928 1551941 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organiser , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 ] , " to extend the contest until 8am ( AEST ) today . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . -0 774305 774531 They said many had been beaten , and police officers also stormed private wards at the hospital and harassed patients . They said the police officers also entered various private wards at the clinic and attacked patients . -1 1369889 1369743 US authorities blame Al Qaeda for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . U.S. authorities blame Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida network for the attacks , which killed 231 people , including 12 Americans . -0 2413943 2414227 Standing with reporters and photographers about 150 yards from the prison gates was Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . -1 703785 703995 Bremer said one initiative is to launch a US $ 70 million nationwide program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods and build community projects . Bremer said he would launch a $ 70-million program in the next two weeks to clean up neighborhoods across Iraq and build community projects , but gave no details . -1 816836 816862 Earlier this year , the company announced a restatement of its 2002 , 2001 and 2000 financial results . Earlier this year , the company said it would restate its 2000 , 2001 and 2002 financial results . -1 3254507 3254576 U.S. same-store sales last months at Tim Hortons rose 8.8 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . -1 2486780 2486826 World economic leaders hailed signs of a global revival on Tuesday but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . DUBAI , SEPTEMBER 23 : The world economic leaders hailed on Tuesday signs of a global revival but agreed it had to be handled with care to prevent any setback . -0 2410247 2410058 Sterling was down 0.8 percent against the dollar at $ 1.5875 GBP = . The dollar rose 0.15 percent against the Japanese currency to 115.97 yen . -1 881910 882010 Police said they believe Cruz knew of the girl through one of her former schoolmates - though neither the girl nor her family knew him . Police said on Monday they believed Cruz knew of the fourth-grade girl through one of her former schoolmates , although neither the girl nor her family knew him . -1 1023571 1023460 Peck died peacefully at his Los Angeles home early Thursday with his wife of 48 years , Veronique , by his side . Peck , who was 87 , died peacefully at his Los Angeles home last Thursday with his French-born wife of 48 years , Veronique , at his side . -0 709 140 Holden toured Northmoor , a small town in Platte County , Mo . , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed . Mr. Holden toured Northmoor , where between 25 and 30 homes were either damaged or destroyed and the town hall and police station also were damaged . -1 2122033 2121806 But in the end , all the worm did was visit a pornography site , said Vincent Weafer , a security director with Symantec Security Response in California . But Vincent Weafer , security director with Symantec Security Response , said all the virus did was visit a pornography site . -1 1859329 1859352 While it was being called mandatory , Dupont said authorities were not forcing people from their homes . It was called mandatory , but Dupont said authorities did not force people to leave . -1 21117 21294 Shares in Juniper Networks jumped more than 10 per cent on Monday after the networking equipment maker inked a sales and marketing deal with Lucent Technologies . The stock of Juniper Networks Inc. rose sharply Monday after the Mountain View , Calif.-based network-equipment maker announced a distribution and development deal with Lucent Technologies Inc . -0 2565368 2565308 The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . U.S. District Judge Lee R. West ruled Tuesday in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacks authority to run the registry . -1 2029879 2029809 The report said the Corpus Christi-based agent twice called Escobar while the legislator was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . The report said the agent twice called state Rep. Juan Escobar while he was with the other protesting Democrats in Ardmore , Okla . -1 2886542 2886524 Yesterday , shares closed up 29 cents , or 0.54 percent , at $ 54.32 . Amazon 's shares yesterday closed at $ 54.32 on the Nasdaq Stock Market , up 29 cents . -1 1570656 1570634 North American futures pointed to a sub-par start to trading on Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . North American stock markets got off to a slow start Tuesday , with investors ready to get their first taste of quarterly earnings . -1 1106299 1106238 President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . President George Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for war . -1 1702374 1702510 Officials with Rescue California , one of the groups leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit laughable . The director of Rescue California , the group leading the recall campaign , called the lawsuit " laughable . " -1 607862 607926 The agreement resolves a lawsuit AOL filed against Microsoft in January 2002 on behalf of its subsidiary , Netscape Communications . The legal settlement resolves the private anti-trust lawsuit filed against Microsoft in January 2002 by AOL Time Warner 's America Online unit on behalf of its Netscape subsidiary . -0 822527 822661 The street-racing sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " won the pole position at the box office , taking in an estimated $ 52.1 million in its opening weekend . The PG-13 sequel " 2 Fast 2 Furious " raked in an estimated $ 52.1 million during its opening weekend , jumping over last weekend 's catch , " Finding Nemo . " -1 1742856 1742961 Dell has about 32 percent of the U.S. market , but much lower share in the rest of the world . Dell has 32 percent of the PC market in the United States , but it has only a 10 percent share in the rest of the world . -1 1946070 1946095 He was sent to Larned State Hospital , where he was evaluated and treated . He ordered him sent to the Larned State Security Hospital for continued evaluation and treatment . -0 1077094 1076865 Two weeks later on New Year 's night , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick was discovered bound and strangled in her apartment . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . -0 2098822 2098594 With the power back on , state workers headed back to their jobs Friday morning . Pataki said if power was restored , state workers would be back on the job Friday morning . -1 2905740 2905779 The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada - the FDA 's counterpart in Canada . The report shows that drugs sold in Canadian pharmacies are manufactured in facilities approved by Health Canada , which serves a similar role as the FDA for the Canadian government . -0 2009313 2009334 Democrats argue they are not constitutionally required to redraw the lines , and that proposed maps would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . They argue that proposed congressional redistricting maps reviewed by the Legislature would disenfranchise minorities and rural Texas . -1 556729 556771 After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages after authorities delivered on his request for soft drinks . After about three hours of negotiations , the gunman released the hostages when authorities delivered on his request for a six-pack of soda . -1 3009407 3008992 Lee Peterson testified that he reached his son on his cell phone and talked to him for a couple of minutes . Lee said he reached Scott on his cell phone and they talked for a couple minutes between noon and 2 p.m. on Dec. 24 . -0 3303186 3303083 Both bidders agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt owed on the planes . Wexford had agreed to assume about $ 90 million in debt to buy the planes and certificate . -0 139339 139370 In 1999 , the building 's owners , the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey , issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 { inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . -0 1474190 1474666 A woman was listed in good condition at Memorial 's HealthPark campus , he said . His injured co-worker , a woman , was hospitalized as well but listed in good condition , Reichert said . -0 698721 698773 Palm plans to issue about 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders , on a fully diluted basis . Palm will issue approximately 13.9 million shares of Palm common stock to Handspring 's shareholders . -1 214550 214034 The judge ordered the unsealing yesterday at the request of several news agencies , including The Seattle Times , The Associated Press and the Seattle Post-Intelligencer . The depositions were made public yesterday at the request of the P-I , The Seattle Times and The Associated Press . -1 1369897 1369750 Assani said Tuesday he did not know what to charge the men with because US officials refused to share information with him . Prosecutors said they did not know what crimes to charge the men with because U.S. officials refused to share information with them . -1 578529 578450 Researchers predicted an additional 23 cases of dementia a year for every 10,000 women on the therapy . This represents an additional 23 cases of dementia per year in every 10,000 women treated . -1 3088719 3088344 Jacob has pushed consolidation for years , but he has said many communities , especially rural ones , have opposed it . Jacob has pushed consolidation for years but said it has been opposed by many communities , especially rural ones . -1 637875 637821 A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times as hot as a blowtorch . " A slit the size of one created in the test would let in a stream of gas three times hotter than a blowtorch . -1 1587560 1587910 Legato stockholders will get 0.9 of a share of EMC stock for every share of Legato they own . Under terms of the agreement , Legato stockholders will receive 0.9 shares of EMC common stock for each Legato share they hold . -1 3224745 3224869 " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a ' compromise . ' " " The Republicans went into a closet , met with themselves , and announced a compromise , " Hollings said in a statement . -0 1568530 1568622 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders . Rumsfeld is awaiting recommendations from his commanders about troop needs in Iraq . -1 1657631 1657617 Goodrem , 18 , announced on Friday that she was suffering Hodgkin 's disease , a curable form of lymphoma cancer . It was announced on Friday that Goodrem had been diagnosed with Hodgkin 's disease , a form of cancer which affects the lymph nodes . -1 2330905 2330778 He says that " this is a time when we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it . " This is the time we priests need to be renewing our pledge to celibacy , not questioning it , " he wrote . -1 2516995 2517032 Myanmar 's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be kept under house arrest following her release from a hospital where she underwent surgery , her personal physician said Friday . Burma pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi will be released from a hospital after recovering from surgery but remain under detention at home , her personal physician said today . -1 20860 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for not meeting the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . -1 960865 960919 The budget fell steadily until dropping as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and has gradually risen to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . It fell steadily until it dropped as low as $ 2.93 billion in 1998 and rose gradually to $ 3.27 billion for fiscal 2002 . -1 4544 4728 A council of up to nine Iraqis probably will lead the countrys interim government through the coming months , the U.S. civil administrator said Monday . A council of up to nine Iraqis will probably lead the country 's still unformed interim government through the coming months , the American civil administrator said Monday . -1 3057898 3057973 They found molecules that can only be produced when ozone breaks down cholesterol . And all of the samples contained molecules that can only be produced when cholesterol interacts with ozone . -1 2052102 2052009 Ghulam Mahaiuddin , head of administration in the southern province of Helmand , said the bus blast happened early in the morning , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . The bus blast in Helmand happened early in the morning in Nadi Ali district , west of the provincial capital Lashkargah . -1 2025345 2025384 Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys would be financed with cash on hand plus bank borrowings being arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . Synthes-Stratec 's cash payment for Mathys will be made up of money on hand , plus bank borrowings arranged by Credit Suisse First Boston . -1 800170 800387 Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein possessed chemical and biological weapons and was hiding them . Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld and others argued that Saddam Hussein ( news - web sites ) possessed chemical , biological and other weapons and was hiding them . -1 1114071 1114169 The numbers highlight a conundrum : the difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . As stark as the numbers themselves , is the conundrum they highlight : the growing difficulty of classifying racial and ethnic categories in an increasingly fluid and multi-ethnic society . -1 126756 126728 " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " he said . Overall , " Kmart needs to dramatically overhaul management in the areas of buying , store operations and sourcing , " said Burt Flickinger of Strategic Resource Group . -1 2826484 2826474 The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court yesterday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . -1 1311599 1311475 The two cases concerned the admissions policies of the University of Michigan 's law school and undergraduate college . The two cases were from the University of Michigan , one involving undergraduate admissions and the other , law school admissions . -0 1583605 1583419 With the test , Hubbard said , " I believe that we have found the smoking gun . " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . -0 1244619 1244520 Scribner 's body was found floating in the city 's Portage Bay , where he lived with his wife in a houseboat . A kayaker found Dr. Scribner 's body floating near the doctor 's houseboat in Portage Bay , where he was eating lunch when his wife , Ethel , left for an appointment . -1 276585 276121 Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the central government . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . -0 2932499 2932655 The Pentagon , saying that Boykin requested it , is investigating his remarks . The Pentagon has begun an official investigation into Boykin 's remarks . -1 2123408 2123821 She said Jane Doe 's lawyers asked Verizon to withhold her name because she was planning on challenging the subpoena . Jane Doe , deciding to fight the subpoena , asked Verizon to withhold her name . -1 2809238 2809225 The two men were allegedly trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the assassination plot . The informant alleged that the two arrested men were trying to engage Russian exiles in Britain in the conspiracy to kill Mr Putin . -1 1642377 1641945 The council comprises 13 Shi 'ites , five Sunni Arabs , five Kurds , an Assyrian Christian and a Turkmen . The council includes 13 Shiites , five Kurds , five Sunnis , one Christian and one Turkoman . -0 2954631 2954533 Eyewitnesses told how Sally , 62 , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , screamed as the escalator collapsed then sucked her in . Mother-of-two Sally , originally from Coatbridge , Lanarkshire , had stepped on to the escalator when it collapsed . -1 2510105 2510295 The company is working with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE development community as part of the effort . This framework will be based on the company 's work with the ObjectWeb consortium , Apache Software Foundation and the Eclipse IDE community . -0 2233837 2233648 The United States has accused Iran of masking plans to make nuclear weapons behind a civilian nuclear programme . The United States has repeatedly accused Iran of trying to develop nuclear weapons . -0 2060828 2060865 A new variant of Blaster also appeared Wednesday and seemed to be spreading , according to antivirus companies . The new variation of Blaster was identified Wednesday , according to antivirus company Sophos . -0 2420461 2420627 Directed by Jonathan Lynn from a script by Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . Whole Nine Yards , " and written by first-time screenwriters Elizabeth Hunter and Saladin K. Patterson . -0 1110030 1109897 The U.N. nuclear watchdog reprimanded Iran on Thursday for failing to comply with its nuclear safeguards obligations and called on Tehran to unconditionally accept stricter inspections by the agency . The U.N. atomic watchdog rapped Iran Thursday for failing to comply with nuclear safeguards , issuing a statement Washington said underlined international opposition to Tehran developing any banned weapons . -0 1053893 1053856 She said he persisted and she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in the front seat of his car . She said she eventually allowed him to fix her bike while she sat in his car , and they chatted . -1 409061 408834 A base configuration with a 2.0GHz Intel Celeron processor , 128M bytes of memory , a 40G-byte hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs US $ 729 . A base configuration with a 2.4GHz Pentium 4 , 128MB of RAM , a 40GB hard drive , and a CD-ROM drive costs $ 699 . -1 2614750 2614861 " We have some small opportunities in November and maybe January , " Mr. Parsons said optimistically . " I think we have some opportunities -- some small opportunities -- in November and possibly January , " he said . -0 554880 554867 Tidmarsh will compete in today 's third round . Two kids from Michigan are in today 's third round . -0 413070 413025 Foam flaking off from all over the tank left dozens of pockmarks each flight on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . During the problem liftoffs , foam left dozens of pockmarks on the thermal tiles that cover much of the shuttle , Turcotte said . -0 1818993 1819308 Mr Eddington described Monday 's talks with union leaders as " sensible " . Mr Eddington is to meet union leaders today and tomorrow . -1 368268 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . -0 345633 345651 During the same quarter last year , EDS declared a profit of $ 354 million , or 72 cents per share . EDS reported a first-quarter loss of $ 126 million , or 26 cents per share . -0 2508905 2508873 ICANN has criticised the changes and asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend them . ICANN asked VeriSign to voluntarily suspend Site Finder while the Internet community studied the issues . -1 957412 957368 Less than a month after departing her anchor 's chair at " Dateline NBC , " Jane Pauley has signed a new deal with NBC to host a syndicated daytime talk show . Less than a month after leaving as host of " Dateline NBC , " Pauley agreed Thursday to launch a daytime talk show for NBC Enterprises . -1 67647 67568 " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar to multi-party democracy and national conciliation . " " The releases are the latest in a series of efforts by the government to move Myanmar closer to multiparty democracy and national reconciliation , " a government statement said . -0 758946 758882 The administration cited those links as primary justification for invading Iraq and toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein . The Bush administration cited that intelligence as primary justification for invading Iraq . -1 401776 401856 A few hours later , the House voted 256 to 170 to pass the Healthy Forest Restoration Act sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . The House voted 256-170 on Tuesday to approve the bill sponsored by Rep. Scott McInnis , R-Colo . -1 1093801 1093505 I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today . " I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today , Beckham said in the statement . -0 44128 44110 Bremer will focus on the politics , Garner said , adding that he expects Bremer to arrive in Iraq by next week . Bremer will focus on the politics and Garner on the rest of the reconstruction efforts , Garner said , adding that Bremer will arrive in Iraq by next week . -1 364285 364510 More than 130 people and $ 17 million have been seized nationwide in operations by the FBI and other agencies to stop cybercrime . More than 130 people have been arrested and $ 17 million worth of property seized in an Internet fraud sweep announced Friday by three U.S. government agencies . -0 3428580 3428605 The family stopped for lunch at Freshwater Spit , where several children went to the water 's edge to play in the surf shortly after noon . Several children , including the 8-year-old , went down to the water 's edge to play in the surf . -0 126081 126035 Island Def Jam must pay $ 52 million in punitive damages , and Cohen must pay the remaining $ 56 million , the jury said . TVT Records sought $ 360 million in punitive damages and $ 30 million in compensatory damages , officials said . -1 816362 816340 Without going into specifics , Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs . Oracle managers also indicated PeopleSoft 's roughly 8,000 workers could expect mass layoffs , though they did not get into specifics . -1 2444625 2444663 " I am happy to be here in the United States , far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson said through a Spanish interpreter . " I am very happy to be here in the United States far away from the clutches of the tyrant Castro , " Wilson told the judge . -0 2728531 2728557 Excluding one-time items , the company enjoyed a profit of 6 cents a share . Excluding one-time items , it expects profit of 11 cents to 15 cents a share . -1 2907521 2907231 In January 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised Frozen Fantasies . On Jan. 12 , 1996 , two of his nude models were arrested atop of a Manhattan snowdrift , posed beneath an ice-cream parlor sign that advertised " Frozen Fantasies . " -1 2045000 2045542 Lakhani was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to a terrorist group and acting as an arms broker without a license . He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . -1 1128342 1128293 General Motors Corp. posted a record 8.4 percent improvement in 2000 . General Motors Corp. posted the best-ever improvement in 2000 at 8.4 percent . -0 113542 113404 Woodley , who underwent a liver transplant in 1992 , died of liver and kidney failure . Mr. Woodley died Sunday at age 44 of liver and kidney failure in his native Shreveport , La . -1 75607 75647 Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 most-wanted Iraqis now in US custody . Her detention brings to 19 the number of the 55 who have been caught . -0 2100801 2100840 Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . Just five months ago , Dean committed to accepting taxpayer money and the spending limits that come with it and vowed to attack any Democrat who didnt . -1 2494709 2494434 " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the FTC authority to implement the national Do Not Call list . " Contrary to the court 's decision , we firmly believe Congress gave the F.T.C. authority to implement the national do-not-call list , " the congressmen said in a statement . -1 2331916 2331805 Ruffner , 45 , doesn 't yet have an attorney in the murder charge , authorities said . Ruffner , 45 , does not have a lawyer on the murder charge , authorities said . -1 1149320 1149378 It also faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to the company 's business , he added . " It is highly conditional , faces significant regulatory delays and uncertainty , and threatens serious damage to our business . " -1 2566479 2566562 Mason said al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport on Sunday as he came into the country . Al-Amoudi was arrested at Dulles International Airport after arriving on a British Airways flight from London . -1 822726 822816 I never thought I 'd write these words , but here goes : I miss Vin Diesel . I never thought I 'd say this , but I almost missed Vin Diesel at first . -0 1704503 1704527 The report ranked 45 large companies based on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . Of those three , only Dillard 's responded to the survey that ranked 45 large companies on employment , marketing , procurement , community reinvestment and charitable donations . -1 1363174 1362840 Those findings , published in today 's Journal of the American Medical Association , are the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . The findings , published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association , were the latest bad news about estrogen-progestin therapy . -0 1741477 1742080 A view of the devastation left behind when a man drove his car through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica on Wednesday . The body of a victim lies under a yellow tarp in front of a car that plowed through a crowded farmers market in Santa Monica . -1 2635090 2635234 Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . Legal experts say the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . -1 885963 886113 An amendment to remove the exemption for the state-sanctioned sites failed on a much closer 237-186 vote . An amendment to remove such protections failed by a vote of 186 to 237 . -1 1367262 1366598 The AP quotes a local policeman as saying the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during a demonstration yesterday in the town of Majar Al-Kabir . Associated Press quotes a local policeman as saying that the British troops were targeted by townspeople angry over civilian deaths during an earlier demonstration in the town of Majar al-Kabir . -1 144649 144855 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaeda " . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " -1 1311944 1312142 Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said yesterday that the men 's behavior " was a disgrace , and totally inappropriate for city employees . " Mayor Bloomberg said the " behavior of the people in question was a disgrace and totally inappropriate for city employees . " -1 1904549 1904949 Right now , only six states do : Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia , and Wisconsin . Manuals produced by only six states _ Arkansas , Michigan , Minnesota , New Jersey , Virginia and Wisconsin _ now have such sections . -1 816832 816868 Mr. Brendsel is expected to remain with the Freddie Mac Foundation . Freddie expects Brendsel to continue serving as chair of the Freddie Mac Foundation . -1 2480058 2479942 They also are reshaping the retail business relationship elsewhere , as companies take away ideas and practices that change how they do business in their own firms and with others . They also are reshaping the retail-business relationship , as companies take away concepts and practices that change how they do business internally and with others . -0 2594777 2594743 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 39.39 points , or 2.2 percent , to 1,826.33 , after losing more than 2 percent on Tuesday . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 194.14 points , or 2.09 percent , to 9,469.20 after sinking more than 1 percent a day earlier . -1 532804 532661 Frank Quattrone , the former Credit Suisse First Boston technology investment-banking guru , reportedly pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . NEW YORK - ( Dow Jones ) - Former star investment banker Frank Quattrone pleaded not guilty Tuesday to criminal charges of obstruction of justice and witness tampering . -1 544327 544219 It is the fifth such election in Iraq , after the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . Other elections have taken place in the northern city of Mosul and three cities in Iraq 's south . -1 722149 721936 It said a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission is expected as well . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -1 2123788 2123881 " This individual 's lawyers are trying to obtain from the court a free pass to download or upload music online illegally . " " Her lawyers are trying to obtain a free pass to download or upload music on-line illegally . -0 968474 968105 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 26 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.17 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . -0 2968158 2968212 The shooter ran away , police said , eluding an officer who gave chase . Police said the shooter ran away from an officer who chased him , and still was being sought Thursday night . -1 1959733 1960031 But SCO has hit back , saying : " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . In a statement , an SCO spokeman said , " We view IBM 's counterclaim filing today as an effort to distract attention from its flawed Linux business model . -1 994934 994692 Helicopters hovered over al-Khalidiya into the early hours of Sunday . Helicopters hovered throughout the day over the Al-Khalidiya neighborhood where the raid took place . -1 2500633 2500732 If Walker appeals Parrish 's ruling , it would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . The appeal would stop the extradition process and could take several months , Rork said . -1 2828314 2828036 Boykin ’ s also referred to Islamist fighters as America ’ s “ spiritual enemy ” that , “ will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus ” . Our " spiritual enemy , " Boykin continued , " will only be defeated if we come against them in the name of Jesus . " -1 753887 753925 The first vulnerability is a buffer overrun that results from IE 's failure to properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . First up , Microsoft said a buffer overrun vulnerability occurs because IE does not properly determine an object type returned from a Web server . -1 3320834 3320891 " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not co-mingling appropriated and non-appropriated funds ( from Congress ) , " said Faletti . " To make sure that we avoided any perception of wrongdoing , we are not comingling appropriated and nonappropriated funds [ from Congress ] , " said Faletti . -1 98431 98656 In Falluja on Thursday , two grenades were thrown at soldiers from the Third Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven . In Al-Fallujah , two grenades were thrown Thursday at soldiers from the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , wounding seven , none seriously . -1 1888279 1887736 Prince Saud said , " The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of September 11 , 2001 . " " The kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been wrongfully and morbidly accused of complicity in the tragic terrorist attacks of Sept . 11 , 2001 , " he said . -1 3179086 3179247 " If the voluntary reliability standards were complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem . " " If the voluntary reliability standards had been complied with , we wouldn 't have had a problem , " Mr. Dhaliwal said . -0 817767 818075 China accounted for about 14 percent of Motorola 's sales last year , and the company has large manufacturing operations there . China accounted for 14 % of Motorola 's $ 26.7 billion in sales last year . -1 2426433 2426378 Shares of MONY were gaining $ 2.57 , or 9 % , to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading on Instinet . MONY shares rose 8.76 per cent to $ 31.90 in after-hours trading in New York . -0 41036 41207 Founded in 1996 , the LendingTree exchange consists of more than 200 banks , lenders , and brokers . LendingTree matches borrowers via the Internet with more than 200 mortgage brokers , banks and other lenders . -0 1802451 1802621 Houston fourth-graders also performed similarly to national peers in writing . " New York City and Houston fourth-graders were at the national average in writing . -1 3049097 3049174 If achieved it would represent an increase of 10 per cent from the same quarter a year ago . That would represent an increase of some 10 per cent from the year before , it added . -0 352111 352127 It cut taxes while balancing the budget for three years and reduced Europe 's second highest per capita national debt . It cut taxes while still balancing the budget for three years and bringing down Europe 's highest national debt as a proportion of gross domestic product after Italy . -0 316781 316726 " We continue to work with the Saudis on this , but they did not , as of the time of this tragic event , provide the additional security we requested . " " But they did not , as of the time of this particular tragic event , provide the security we had requested , " Mr Jordan said . -1 1729777 1729703 In the second quarter last year , the company experienced a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents a share , on sales of $ 600 million . The company posted a net loss of $ 185 million , or 54 cents per share , in the year-earlier period , it said in a statement Wednesday . -0 659434 659543 We don 't know if any will be SARS , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . " We 're being hyper-vigilant , " said Dr. James Young , Ontario 's commissioner of public safety . -1 1144181 1144125 We need a certifiable pay as you go budget by mid-July or schools wont open in September , Strayhorn said . Texas lawmakers must close a $ 185.9 million budget gap by the middle of July or the schools wont open in September , Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn said Thursday . -1 2009781 2009643 In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to serve 200,000 children in 15 cities , most who come from housing projects or homeless shelters . In 1995 , Schwarzenegger expanded the program nationwide to 15 cities , serving 200,000 children , most of whom come from housing projects or homeless shelters . -1 1657933 1657875 A spokesman said : " Further testing is under way but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook is positive . " " Further testing is still under way , but at this stage , given the early detection , the outlook in such instances would be positive , " the specialist said yesterday . -1 908371 908485 Except for a few archaic characteristics , they are as recognizable as Hamlet 's poor Yorick . Except for a few archaic characteristics , the skulls are readily recognizable . -0 3391807 3391585 He is a brother to three-year-old Mia , from Kate 's first marriage , to film producer Jim Threapleton . Winslet , 28 , has a three-year-old daughter Mia by her first husband , British film producer Jim Threapleton . -1 390669 390518 Only two other countries , Germany and the Dominican Republic , have publicly expressed reservations , and Germany has since said it will sign it . Only two other countries , the Dominican Republic and Germany , publicly expressed reservations about the treaty , and Germany has since said it will support the pact . -1 1786751 1786721 The settlement includes $ 4.1 million in attorneys ' fees and expenses . Plaintiffs ' attorneys would get $ 4.1 million of the settlement . -0 2634670 2634777 It reports a mailing list of 50,000 and support from about 500 congregations and 50 bishops . The group has the support of about 215 churches and an estimated 25 bishops . -1 2396402 2396167 Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there , " Reuters reports Langone as saying . " Dick is going to be there as long as Dick wants to be there . " -1 2224083 2223824 The state has received 19 entries in a competition for a World Trade Center Memorial and is working with families of victims to select a winner . The state has received 19 entries in that competition and is working with families of victims to select a winner . -1 3331063 3330996 However , John Clare , chief executive of the Dixons Group , expressed his disappointment . John Clare , Dixons chief executive , objected to the Commission 's findings . -0 3356730 3356964 " The same three Response Team members also met with Monsignor Grass , who while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true . " Monsignor Grass ... while manifestly repentant , admitted that the allegations were true , " the statement said . -1 2594785 2594802 U.S. manufacturing growth expanded for the third straight month in September but at a slower pace , according to a report released shortly after the opening bell . US manufacturing grew for the third consecutive month in September , but at a slower rate than in previous months , according to a survey released Wednesday . -1 2560775 2560832 Microsoft has described the technology as " a brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media rich applications in Longhorn . " Microsoft calls it : " A brand new client platform for building smart , connected , media-rich applications in Longhorn . " -0 1738026 1737931 But for more than a century , an untold amount of money intended for some of the nation 's poorest residents was lost , stolen or never collected . For more than a century , an undetermined amount of money was lost , stolen , or never collected . -1 2983733 2983954 It is rare for a legal challenge to occur before a bill becomes law . Experts say legal challenges are rare before a bill becomes law . -1 3150046 3150090 St. Paul Chairman and Chief Executive Jay S. Fishman , 51 , will be CEO of the combined company . Jay Fishman , 51 , chairman and chief executive of St Paul , will be chief executive of the combined company . -0 1166934 1166943 There are now 37 active probable cases in the GTA , compared with 70 cases on June 6 . And , globally , the number of active probable cases has declined to 573 . -0 2983756 2983898 The constitutionality of outlawing partial birth abortion is not an open question . Defenders of the partial birth abortion ban downplayed the legal challenges . -1 1330508 1330636 " It should have reported that it was sailing with an atomic bomb cargo , " Anomeritis said , referring to the quantity of explosives on board . " It should have declared that it was sailing with a cargo that was like an atomic bomb , " said Anomeritis . -1 799342 799270 Mr. Bergonzi was the finance chief from 1995 until his departure in 1999 , and was intimately involved in the alleged scheme to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . Mr. Bergonzi was the chief financial officer from 1995 until his departure , and was intimately involved in many of the alleged schemes to pump up Rite Aid 's earnings . -1 1257219 1257412 The Aspen Fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by today on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . -1 430306 430336 They said he would be open to letting that license go to the city of Chicago . Schafer said the governor would be open to offering that last license for a riverboat in Chicago . -1 3256259 3256410 It argued that such access " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " The Pentagon statement said that allowing Hamdi access to a lawyer " is not required by domestic or international law and should not be treated as a precedent . " -1 1549140 1549120 The male eagle was found by a zookeeper early Thursday , suffering from severe puncture wounds in his abdomen . The 21-year-old eagle , found by a zookeeper early Thursday , had severe puncture wounds to his abdomen and back , spokeswoman Julie Mason said . -1 1267764 1267499 He served as a marine in the Second World War and afterward began submitting articles to magazines . After serving as a marine in World War II , he began submitting articles to magazines . -0 2054395 2054436 The Legislature on Wednesday sent Gov. Jeb Bush a bill it hopes will lower malpractice insurance rates and keep doctors from limiting their practices or moving out of state . The Legislature on Wednesday approved a bill that caps damages received by medical malpractice plaintiffs in the hopes it will lower insurance rates and help the state retain doctors . -1 622377 622296 In Taiwan , the capital 's mayor and other officials handed out free thermometers in a islandwide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign Sunday , amid evidence that containment efforts were also paying off . In Taiwan , officials handed out free thermometers in an island-wide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign amid signs containment efforts were paying off . -0 3374201 3374248 Lawtey is not the first faith-based program in Florida 's prison system . But Lawtey is the first entire prison to take that path . -1 544218 544326 American forces here organized the elections , which officials say are important steps toward establishing democracy in Iraq . U.S. forces organized the elections , which officials said were a step toward establishing democracy in the nation . -0 2464939 2464878 Negotiators talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . -1 851920 851911 " If draining the ponds in Maryland will help further establish [ his ] innocence , we welcome it . If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . " -1 862717 862805 But Cruz resembled a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with the girl 's mother , Lansdowne said . Cruz looked like a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with Jennette 's mother , Chief William Lansdowne said . -0 31854 31913 Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the law would have made it illegal for bar and restaurant patrons to light up . Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the smoking law would have prevented bar and restaurant patrons from lighting up , but exempted private clubs from the regulation . -1 14644 14613 A number below 50 suggests contraction in the manufacturing sector , while a number above that indicates expansion . A reading above 50 suggests growth in the sector , while a number below that level indicates contraction . -1 578442 577829 Half of the women were given a daily dose of the drug and half took a placebo . Half the women received a daily tablet of the combination oestrogen plus progestin while the rest were given a placebo . -0 1708654 1708435 It would be difficult to overestimate the potential dangers of the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) vulnerability . The flaw involves the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) protocol , which deals with inter-computer communications . -1 1352610 1352741 Mr. Bloomberg later told reporters that the agreement " will be a compromise , like the real world requires . " " It will be a compromise , like the real world requires , " he said . -0 556727 556769 The man , who entered the post office in Lakeside shortly before 3 p.m. , gave up to deputies about 6 : 30 p.m. The man had entered the post office on Woodside Avenue at Maine Avenue shortly before 3 p.m. -0 3301397 3301422 Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , recovering from a quad bike crash , is conscious and joking in his hospital bed , his daughter Kelly said tonight . Doctors hope rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , who is recovering from a quad bike crash , will begin breathing unassisted again soon , they said today . -0 811407 811378 The New York senator 's new book , " Living History , " appears a certain bestseller . Hillary Clinton , the New York senator and former first lady , has a book out Monday titled Living History . -1 1467373 1467347 IBM is also " pursuing membership in the group " and plans to be an active participant , according to the CELF statement . CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . -1 1518091 1518014 Through Thursday , Oracle said 34.75 million PeopleSoft shares had been tendered . Some 34.7 million shares have been tendered , Oracle said in a statement . -0 1151081 1151065 The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned . A third executive , chief operating officer David Glenn was fired . -1 2704026 2704076 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment . -0 58353 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 1.16 points to 1,504.04 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . -0 219039 218851 He will replace Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation April 23 . Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 . -0 503438 503272 Pen Hadow , who became the first person to reach the geographic North Pole unsupported from Canada , has just over two days of rations left . Pen Hadow became the first man last week to reach the geographic North Pole on an unsupported trek through Canada , a journey of about 770 km . -0 3020743 3020794 Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack were headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . -1 2769016 2768961 The face of President Saddam Hussein was added to Iraqi currency after the 1991 Gulf War . Saddam 's portrait was added to Iraq 's currency after the Gulf War . -0 1047814 1048483 " It 's safe to assume that the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said . Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated . -0 2721001 2720703 He was also accused of masterminding bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . During interrogation , he admitted that he helped organise and carry out near-simultaneous bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 . -1 2496469 2496417 The Nikkei average ended trading down 1.83 percent at 10,310.04 , a four-week low . The Nikkei average .N225 was down 1.83 percent or 192.25 points at 10,310.04 , its lowest close since August 28 . -1 2423623 2423339 That exploit works on unpatched Windows 2000 machines with Service Pack 3 and 4 . Both Counterpane and iDefense contend that the exploit works effectively against Windows 2000 systems running Service Pack 3 and 4 . -1 3128487 3128434 The center has a budget of $ 45 million , most of which will be spent on research and testing , Bridges said . The safety center has a $ 45 million budget for its first year , much of which will be spent on tests and analyses . -0 2748554 2748360 Out of the nearly $ 20 billion , $ 18.6 billion is earmarked for reconstruction of Iraq and $ 1.2 billion for Afghanistan . The $ 87 billion budget includes $ 51 billion for military operations in Iraq , another $ 20 billion for reconstruction and about $ 11 billion for Afghanistan . -1 707975 708028 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts released yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " Mrs Clinton writes . -0 339489 339175 Associated Press Writer Sara Kugler contributed to this report from New York City . Associated Press Writer Michael Gormley contributed to this report from Albany . -0 1690902 1690918 That compares with a profit of $ 1 million , or breakeven , on $ 1.39 billion in revenue during the same period last year . Total revenue for the second quarter was $ 1.48 billion , up 7 % from $ 1.39 billion in the same period last year . -0 1892114 1892189 The company reported quarterly revenue of $ 388.1 million , compared with $ 318.5 million in the same period a year ago . That compared with a loss of $ 55.4 million , or $ 4.92 per share in the same period a year earlier . -1 3249070 3249202 The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America . Both sets of findings were presented Monday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago . -0 374262 374622 Under the plan , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . Under Maine Rx , which state lawmakers approved in 2000 , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs . -1 2857105 2857138 " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " Noranda president and chief executive officer Derek Pannell said . " The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " president and CEO Derek Pannell said in a statement . -1 2820573 2820684 In exchange , North Korea would be required to end its nuclear weapons program . " In return we expect North Korea to give up nuclear weapons . " -0 2608088 2608211 Nine years ago , they were married by a justice of the peace . His wife , married to Moore by a justice of the peace , started planning her dream wedding . -1 3070940 3070964 Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of a lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the sky on Saturday night . Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of the lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the night sky early today . -0 3042240 3042279 The rats that consumed the tomato powder had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , researchers found . Rats on the tomato powder diet had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , allowing for diet restriction . -1 1390306 1390412 It is a national concern that will touch virtually every American , " Abraham said . The impact of natural-gas shortages " will touch virtually every American , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday . -1 673713 673486 It will also unveil a version of its Windows Server 2003 operating system tuned specifically for storage devices . It also unveiled an update to its Windows Server 2003 operating system , which is tuned specifically for storage devices . -1 3427259 3427317 At 12 , Lionel Tate was charged with first-degree murder over the death of Tiffany Eunick . Tate was 12 when he was charged with beating Tiffany Eunick , 6 , to death in July 1999 . -0 1990238 1990281 About 1,417 schools statewide receive Title I money . That applies only to schools that get federal Title I money . -1 1230161 1230113 Now , nearly two years later , Mallard prepares for trial on charges of murder and tampering with evidence . Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence . -1 1929473 1929176 In Nairobi , Kenya , the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of All Saints Cathedral , said the U.S. Episcopal Church " is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . " The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi . -1 1737570 1737431 Recall backers say they have collected 1,600,000 signatures , approaching twice the 897,158 needed to force an election . Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures . -0 2112991 2113005 The book , called " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right , " hits stores this weekend . Fox was seeking an injunction to halt distribution of " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right . " -1 2706240 2706190 Selenski had previously spent seven years in prison on a bank robbery conviction . Selenski had served about seven years in prison for bank robbery . -1 668141 667980 The decision was among the most significant steps toward deregulation undertaken during the Bush administration . The decision is among the far-reaching deregulatory actions made during the Bush administration . -1 1995509 1995537 " For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto . " For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told Reuters Television in South Africa 's sprawling Soweto township . -0 1268732 1268445 Around 9 : 00 a.m. EDT ( 1300 GMT ) , the euro was at $ 1.1566 against the dollar , up 0.07 percent on the day . Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day . -1 2775381 2775426 Sony 's portfolio gives subscribers a variety of personalized services including the ability to download and experience images , ring tones , music videos and other music entertainment services . Sony Music 's portfolio of products and services currently enable carriers to offer subscribers the ability to download images , ring tones , music videos and other entertainment services . -1 2302811 2302908 He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not confirm if it was the 24-year-old cited by Bitdefender . He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not say if it was Ciobanu . -0 2562000 2561942 Previously , it had reported a profit of $ 12 million , or 0 cents a share , for that period . Previously , it had reported a small profit of $ 12 million , or break-even on a per-share basis , for the period . -0 2613347 2613435 The life expectancy for boys born in 2001 was 74.4 years , up two years since 1990 . According to the report , average life expectancy has increased by nearly two years since 1990 . -1 654098 654044 Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . -1 3261219 3261244 They were held under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism . Badat was arrested under section 41 of the Terrorism Act “ on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism , ” Scotland Yard confirmed . -1 2019822 2020185 Starting on Saturday , every computer infected with MSBlast is expected to start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . Starting on Aug. 16 , every computer infected with MBlast will start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests . -0 2158257 2158016 " We see the First Amendment to protect religious liberty , not crush religious liberty , " said Patrick Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . " We put the call out , " said the Rev. Patrick J. Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition . -1 421947 422075 Florida 's Third District Court of Appeal saidon Wednesdaythe original proceedings were " irretrievably tainted " by misconduct by lawyers representing the class . Florida ’ s Third District Court of Appeal said on Wednesday the original proceedings were “ irretrievably tainted ” by misconduct by attorneys for the class . -0 859210 859163 Courant Staff Writers Matt Eagan and Ken Davis contributed to this story . Courant Staff Writer Jeff Goldberg contributed to this story . -1 2396793 2396890 In addition , the committee noted , " while spending is firming , the labour market has been weakening " . " The evidence accumulated over the intermeeting period confirms that spending is firming , although the labor market has been weakening . -1 1622561 1622311 Nigeria and other African oil producers are increasingly important in U.S. plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for its energy security . Nigeria and other African producers are increasingly important in the former Texas oilman 's plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for energy security . -0 125383 125421 Appeals had kept him on death row longer than anyone else in the U.S. , AP said . Isaacs had been on death row longer than anyone in the nation . -1 577957 577843 While many likely now will quit – as millions of women already have – Soltes said she likely will continue to prescribe the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . While many likely now will quit - as millions of women already have - Soltes said she is likely to continue prescribing the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms . -0 2454231 2454058 The federal and local governments remained largely shut down in the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , as were schools , and much of the region 's transportation network was slowed . In the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , federal and local governments remained shut down , as did schools and many businesses . -1 142709 142846 Ursel Reisen confirmed it operated the coach , but gave no details other than to say the passengers were of mixed ages . Ursel Reisen confirmed it had been operating the coach , but declined to give details of the passengers other than to say they were of mixed ages . -0 1906323 1906085 But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th union on Tuesday when the United Steelworkers of America endorsed him . But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th on Tuesday . -1 1257760 1257788 The judge also refused to postpone the trial date of Sept . 29 . Obus also denied a defense motion to postpone the Sept . 29 trial date . -0 392738 392798 Regardless , its first quarter saw a profit of $ 721 million , or 29 cents , on revenue of $ 17.9 billion . Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . -1 3223910 3223849 Under the proposal , Slocan shareholders will get 1.3147 Canfor shares for each common share . Under a proposed plan of arrangement , Slocan shareholders will receive 1.3147 Canfor shares for every Slocan share they own . -0 2841017 2841005 BellSouth also added 654,000 net long-distance customers in the third quarter . BellSouth added 111,000 DSL customers during the quarter to reach a total of 1.3m subscribers . -1 1000821 1000957 The day after Wilkie resigned , Howard said in a televised address that Iraq possessed " chemical and biological weapons capable of causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . In a televised address back in March , Mr Howard declared Iraq had weapons capable of " causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " . -0 2306149 2305958 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI slipped 9.54 points , or 0.1 percent , at 9,558.92 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions . -1 3413305 3413321 Earlier on Monday , Grant Thornton SpA repeated previous statements that it was " a victim of fraudulent action " . Grant Thornton claims that it too was the “ victim ” of a fraud . -0 1657872 1657996 The winner of this year 's Most Popular New Talent Logie , Goodrem first went to a specialist on Monday feeling tired and unwell . She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell . -1 2980753 2980614 All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but prosecutors have not yet testified to what , if anything , they yielded . All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but there has been no testimony yet about what the tests might have yielded . -0 137017 136883 Cambone said U.S forces found the tractor-trailer April 19 at a Kurdish checkpoint near the city of Mosul in northern Iraq . Kurdish forces at a checkpoint near Mosul in northern Iraq seized the trailer on April 19 . -0 1300475 1300604 Sony Ericsson also said it would shut down its GSM / UMTS R & D center in Munich , Germany , to increase profitability . Sony Ericsson also said it plans to close its R & D site in Munich , Germany , for GSM and UMTS handsets . -1 672171 672222 J.D. Edwards shareholders will receive 0.86 of a share of PeopleSoft for each share of J.D. Edwards . Shareholders will get 0.86 PeopleSoft share , or $ 13.11 , for each J.D. Edwards share , based on recent trading prices . -1 274160 274343 That failure to act contributed to September the 11th and the failure to act today continues ( to put ) Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " Graham said . " That failure to act contributed to September 11 and the failure to act today continues [ to put ] Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " said Graham . -1 1809428 1809439 The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft .NET is available for the suggested list price of $ 1,499 and is intended for OEM and system integrator use . The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft Windows CE.Net is available for $ 1,499 and is intended for use by device manufacturers and systems integrators . -1 1674771 1674720 " There were , " said board member and Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist Douglas Osheroff , " some extremely bad decisions . Board member Douglas Osheroff , a Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist , said : " There were some extremely bad decisions . -1 2570300 2570358 He later learned that the incident was caused by the Concorde 's sonic boom . He later found out the alarming incident had been caused by Concorde 's powerful sonic boom . -1 1528193 1528083 Zulifquar Ali , a worshiper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers first targeted the mosque 's guards . Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards . -1 960580 960694 He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . He said the prob lem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet flies again . -0 758457 758501 Doctors would face fines and up to two years in prison for performing the procedure , except as a lifesaving step . Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill . -1 667083 666922 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " Barbara Comstock said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . -1 264662 264632 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . Since March 11 , when the markets major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multiyear lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 percent . -1 2046156 2046137 The two men , whose names were not released , both were using Pakistani passports and were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , police said . The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said . -1 2854798 2854832 " We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have . " We have put a lot of energy into patching , later than we should have , " he said . -1 232420 232708 Rebels sought to consolidate their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday after a week of fighting that killed at least 112 people . Rebels consolidated their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday as residents identified at least 112 dead after a week of fighting . -0 1276799 1276920 This was around the time Congress was debating a resolution granting the President broad authority to wage war . Within four days , the House and Senate overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution granting the president authority to go to war . -1 2046138 2046157 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into Blaine , Wash . , from Canada last month , two sources said . After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . -0 1822540 1822921 But Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state only tried to prove its conclusion of suicide , rather than consider the possibility of murder . Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state has refused to consider the possibility of murder . -1 1113463 1113352 " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said at a news conference Wednesday afternoon . " We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said hours after arriving in Phoenix . -1 1152748 1152795 Subsequently , some bondholders have filed suit to block the exchange offer . Bondholders of Mirant Americas Generation subsequently filed suit against Mirant seeking to block the exchange offer . -1 1987927 1987906 Officer Evans did not respond to requests for an interview last week . Officer Evans had declined written and telephone requests for an interview . -0 2636610 2636828 Sixty players and five coaches from the school attended the training camp in August in Preston Park , about 125 miles north of Philadelphia . Sixty players and five coaches from Mepham High School in Bellmore , Long Island attended the training camp in August . -0 2564069 2564090 The official would not name the leakers for the record and said he had no indication that Mr Bush knew about the calls . The official would not name the leakers for the record and would not name the journalists . -1 956277 956502 In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . -1 1570830 1570961 Schering-Plough shares fell 72 cents to close at $ 18.34 on the New York Stock Exchange . The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 142204 141852 Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and other top Pentagon officials downplayed Wallace 's comments . The Defence Secretary , Donald Rumsfeld , and other top Pentagon officials played down his comments . -1 3020795 3020597 One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania , relatives said . Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . -1 1640881 1640785 And " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " it said the prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " -1 2257252 2257160 Israel 's defense minister on Sunday raised the specter of an Israeli invasion in the Gaza Strip , where Palestinian militants already face a deadly air campaign . Shaul Mofaz , Israel 's Defence Minister , raised the prospect of a ground offensive into the Gaza Strip , in addition to a growing air campaign to assassinate Hamas militants . -0 969672 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -0 2494061 2494129 The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries defied expectations on Wednesday and lowered its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries decided yesterday to lower its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November . -0 2832331 2832384 Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures actually will occur in 2004 . Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures will actually occur in 2004 , making that year 's shortfall worse . -1 3270373 3270399 But Odette is the first to form over the Caribbean Sea in December , the Center said . It is the first named storm to develop in the Caribbean in December . -1 27707 27662 Announced last week , Apple 's iTunes Music Store has sold over 1 million songs in the first week , the company announced on Monday . Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday . -1 711058 711195 " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee at a separate hearing . " Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a separate hearing , before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee . -0 1690639 1690835 The dollar was last at $ 1.1149 to the euro , close to its strongest level since April 30 . The dollar pushed as high as $ 1.1115 to the euro in early trade , extending Tuesday 's one percent rally to hit its strongest level since April 30 . -1 2046157 2046255 After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month . After their arrests , sources said the men admitted they were smuggled into Washington state from Canada in July . -1 1463866 1463765 The Production Index rose by 1.4 percentage points from 51.5 percent in May to 52.9 percent in June . The production index rose to 52.9 percent from 51.5 percent in May . -1 2569220 2569234 Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , has moved closer to the United States , and did not insist on a timetable Monday . Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , in recent weeks has moved closer to Washington and did not insist on a timetable . -1 2741792 2741869 Power5 , like Power4 , includes two processor cores in a single slice of silicon . Like the Power4 , the Power5 contains two processor cores on one chip . -1 3137958 3137987 She said in 2003 , not one U.S. state had an obesity rate below 15 percent . She said in 2003 , not one American state had an obesity level less than 15 percent of the population . -1 1615721 1615625 Special , sensitive light sensors pick up the telltale glow , he said . A sensitive light detector then looks for the telltale blue glow . -1 2644062 2644100 The federal government is approving new pesticides without basic information such as whether they harm children , says Canada 's environment commissioner . The federal government is approving new pesticides without even knowing whether they pose a threat to children , Canada 's environment watchdog warned yesterday . -0 3273223 3273137 In September 2002 , the nearby Gard region was hit by similar floods . In September 2002 , floods in the Gard region killed 23 people . -1 2391429 2391569 Overall , 83 percent of women washed up , compared with 74 percent of men . But in San Francisco , 80 percent of men and only 59 percent of women washed their hands . -0 3150800 3150832 Analysts had expected 53 cents a share , according to research firm Thomson First Call . Home Depot is expected to report earnings per share of 46 cents for the third quarter , according to Thomson First Call . -0 3207740 3207771 The number of people in the UK infected by HIV , the virus that causes Aids , increased by almost 20 per cent last year to nearly 50,000 . The global epidemic of HIV , the virus that causes Aids , is tightening its grip on Britain with a record number of new cases diagnosed last year . -1 1479614 1479631 But stocks have rallied sharply over the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound later this year . But stocks have roared higher in the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound . -1 2377287 2377246 " Spring has arrived in Estonia -- we 're back in Europe , " Prime Minister Juhan Parts told a news conference on Sunday . " Spring has arrived in Estonia - we 're back in Europe , " Juhan Parts , prime minister , told a news conference last night . -0 1674994 1675024 AMD will own a 60 percent interest in the new company and Fujitsu owns 40 percent . Fujitsu will own 40 percent of the company , which will be headquartered in Sunnyvale , Calif . -0 3013181 3013090 He was then given leave to appeal against the sentence to the Supreme Court of Appeal . He was given leave to appeal against part of his conviction and sentence . -0 2576090 2576067 Songs can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist can only be burned up to five times - Apple 's puts the limit at ten burns . Tracks can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist may only be burned up to five times . -1 424702 424628 SSE shares were little changed , up 0.3 percent at 654 pence by 1018 GMT , but analysts welcomed the move . SSE shares were unchanged at 652 pence by 0835 GMT but analysts welcomed the deal . -0 1087794 1087906 Shares of EDS gained $ 1.49 , or 6.6 percent , to $ 23.999 early Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares were off 30 cents , or 1.3 percent , at $ 22.58 on Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2832301 2832197 The deficit is still expected to top $ 500 billion in 2004 -- even with an improving economy . But Mr. Bolten cautioned that the deficit was still likely to exceed $ 500 billion in the 2004 fiscal year . -1 2475154 2475032 " As a responsible leader we feel it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " Microsoft told the BBC . " As a responsible leader we felt it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " stated Gillian Kent , director at MSN UK . -1 629327 628977 We have already found two trailers , both of which we believe were used for the manufacture of biological weapons . We have already found two trailers that we and the Americans believe were used for chemical and biological weapons . " -0 1962336 1962172 America Online last quarter lost 846,000 dial-up subscribers . No wonder AOL lost 846,000 subscribers last quarter . -1 2931868 2932271 Governor Gray Davis estimated yesterday that the fires could cost nearly $ 2 billion . State officials estimated the cost at nearly $ 2 billion . -1 1777329 1777407 None of the Prairie Plant Systems marijuana can be distributed until the document is made available , she said . None of Prairie Plant 's marijuana can be distributed until the Health Canada 's user manual is made available , she said . -1 2830598 2830310 He left the ship after the collision , went to his home , and attempted suicide . Captain Smith left the ferry terminal after the crash , went to his home and attempted suicide . -1 1850025 1850312 He reportedly claims Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while Harold Keke 's group was armed . He was reported as saying Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while notorious warlord Harold Keke 's group was armed . -1 1051289 1050975 " The woman was taken to New Charing Cross Hospital by ambulance and her condition is critical . She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night . -1 2950523 2950560 If sufficient evidence exists at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . If the judge decides that is so at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges . -1 2555597 2555783 They returned in 1999 after rebel raids on a neighboring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-building bombings that were blamed on the rebels . In 1999 , troops returned after rebel raids on a neighbouring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-house bombings in Russian cities that were blamed on the rebels . -1 1637180 1637269 Tropical Storm Claudette continued its slow churn toward the Texas coast early Sunday , with forecasters expecting the plodding storm system to make landfall as a hurricane by early Tuesday . Tropical Storm Claudette headed for the Texas coast Saturday , with forecasters saying the sluggish storm system could reach hurricane strength before landfall early Tuesday . -1 593262 593254 " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Doug Feith , undersecretary of defence for policy , said in an interview . " Everything is going to move everywhere , " Douglas J. Feith , undersecretary of defence force policy , is quoted as saying . -1 1762550 1762497 According to Sanmina-SCI , Newisys , based in Austin , Texas , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . Newisys , an Austin , Texas , startup headed by former IBM and Dell execs , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary . -1 571118 571179 Several black Democratic leaders were attempting to arrange a meeting with DNC chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs . Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters . -0 1171250 1171385 The company 's shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq . Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade . -1 2650998 2650889 The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday in federal court in Wilmington , Del . , claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive-learning books for toddlers and preschoolers . -1 614859 614815 They also drafted a non-binding priorities list specifying that a quarter of it may be used to reduce planned 5 percent cuts in fees paid to health-care providers . They also drafted a nonbinding priorities list specifying that one-quarter may be used to reduce planned cuts of 5 percent in fees paid to health care providers . -0 3114193 3114207 The Thomson First Call consensus was for earnings of 19 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected earnings of 19 cents per share in the third quarter . -0 2586686 2586305 Mr Hadley , who has a new partner and child , said : " I am absolutely delighted . In a statement issued by his solicitors , Mr Hadley said : " I am absolutely delighted with the outcome of proceedings . -1 1336938 1337021 " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " said Troy , who spoke quickly but in a steady voice . " I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " he said . -0 1239811 1239812 A divided Supreme Court ruled that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters . The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship . -0 547045 547345 Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel . The analyst , already let go by Merrill , can request a hearing before a NASD panel . -1 666922 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . -0 386343 386068 One man died and 15 others were hospitalized after drinking tainted coffee following the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . The victims drank tainted coffee after the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden . -0 633766 633873 The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 98.74 points , or 1.12 percent , to 8,949.00 . The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which rose 2.9 percent during the four-day trading week . -0 1726006 1725909 Analysts ' consensus estimate from Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.08 a share , excluding one-time items . The estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.75 a share . -1 2052012 2052105 He blamed guerrillas from the Taliban regime ousted in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber died in the blast . He blamed the blast on guerillas from the Taliban regime overthrown in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber was killed in the blast . -0 516006 515989 Responding later , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said , " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " -1 2965621 2965471 Hannum was five and a half months pregnant when her mother died . In her testimony , Kate Hannum said she was 5 1 / 2 months pregnant when her mother was killed . -0 342103 342374 Goold said reporters ' calls to Peterson may have been monitored . Prosecutors said interviews Peterson gave reporters may have been monitored in case the fertilizer salesman confessed . -0 1733125 1733103 The state 's population was 6,080,485 in 2000 , according to the U.S. census . Between 1960 and 2000 , however , the state 's population grew by 30.4 percent to 6,080,485 . -1 2225652 2225503 The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped unharmed , Aaron said . -1 2911413 2911040 He also accused royal courtiers of poisoning the brothers ’ “ little minds ” . He said the royal family has poisoned the princes ' " little minds . " -0 1989067 1989022 The total for the Johnny Depp swashbuckler rose to $ 232.8 million . Its cumulative total is $ 232.8 million , heading for $ 275 million . -0 2676314 2676351 I would like to congratulate Russia on the successful World Climate Change Conference last week . Momentous happenings at the World Climate Conference in Moscow last week . -0 1428155 1428182 At least seven other governments have signed agreements , but have asked not to have them publicized . Egypt , Mongolia , the Seychelles , Tunisia and at least three other governments have signed unpublicized agreements . -1 3119492 3119462 The G + J executive was testifying in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court where O 'Donnell and G + J are suing each other for breach of contract . He spoke in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court , where O 'Donnell and G + J sued each other for breach of contract . -1 1649586 1649681 By 10 p.m. , Claudette was centered about 320 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . Early Monday , the center of Claudette was about 300 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained wind blowing at 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength . -1 1022631 1022710 Jim Furyk celebrated his first Father 's Day as a father by winning his first major golf championship . His first Father 's Day as a dad , his first major as a champion . -1 516067 515977 " We must not engage in borough warfare , " Thompson testified at a budget hearing by the City Council 's Finance Committee . " We must not engage in borough warfare , " the Comptroller William Thompson told the Council , according to his written testimony . -0 3319118 3319092 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 3.14 points , or 0.29 percent , to 1,071.99 . The Standard & Poor 's retail index < .RLX > was up more than 1.5 percent . -1 66486 66500 He took batting practice on the field for the second time Tuesday since his opening-day injury . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . -0 1284151 1284174 The redesigned Finder also features search , coloured labels for customized organization of documents and projects and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and UNIX file servers . It also supports coloured labels to better organise documents , and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and Unix file servers . -1 1770700 1770742 But to see those pages , users would be required by Amazon to register , and Amazon plans to limit the amount of any single book a customer can view . But to see those pages Amazon would require users to register , and it plans to limit the amount of any single book a browser can view . -0 781683 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors - three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . -1 2467891 2467898 Between 1993 and 2002 , 142 allegations of sexual assault were reported . From 1993 to 2002 , there were 142 reported sexual assaults at the academy . -1 424456 424522 " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these superannuation payments irrespective of ... ( how ) he left the company , " Mr Argus said . " Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said . -1 1379534 1379472 Five Big East schools , Connecticut , Pittsburgh , Rutgers , Virginia Tech and West Virginia , filed the lawsuit June 6 . Pittsburgh , West Virginia , Rutgers , Connecticut and Virginia Tech filed the lawsuit this month in Hartford , Conn . -1 212678 212621 Graham said the surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he is recovered . Graham acknowledged that surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he said he feels strong and has the go-ahead from his doctors . -1 1965766 1965716 As temperatures soar above 50 degrees ( 120 Fahrenheit ) , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt in Basra . As temperatures soar above 120 Fahrenheit in Basra , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt . -1 126740 127044 Chief merchandising officers oversee the buying and development of merchandise , deciding the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . He or she decides the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for . -1 3003536 3003613 " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " stated SIA President George Scalise , in a statement . -1 2343284 2343320 The ISM noted that " with the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 . " " With the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 , " the Arizona-based group said . -1 221463 221513 That investigation closed without any charges being laid . The investigation was closed without charges in 2001 . -0 1796330 1795954 Officials at Mortazavi 's office and the judiciary declined to respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the accusations . Judiciary officials did not immediately respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the criticism of Mortazavi 's appointment . -0 3328016 3328333 Beagle 2 is attached to Mars Express by what is known as a Spin-Up and Ejection Mechanism ( Suem ) . A command is sent to Mars Express to release Beagle 2 by what is known as a Spin-Up and Eject Mechanism . -1 618387 618228 Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of Jack Nicklaus who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before faltering to a 69 . Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of the Golden Bear who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before shooting 69 . -0 746176 745950 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 3.41 points , or 0.35 percent , at 967.00 , also its highest close so far this year . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 . -1 263752 263690 " There is no conscious policy on the part of the United States to move the dollar at all , " Snow said . " There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said . -1 2313849 2313797 " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " FirstEnergy Chief Executive Peter Burg told the House panel . " Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " Burg said . -1 54528 54500 Kinsley , for example , wrote in the Post Monday : " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number . " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number , " Michael Kinsely wrote . -1 2395061 2394939 He projected Vanderpool will be available within the next five years . Products featuring Vanderpool will be released within five years , he said . -1 3034529 3034440 The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqis to make the invitation , which he said the United States appears unwilling to do . The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqi council to make the invitation - a move he said the United States appears unwilling to make . -0 2221678 2221623 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.3 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 declined 0.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index gained 0.6 percent . -0 1535361 1535345 The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index fell 3.99 , or 0.2 percent , to 1,682.72 , following a two-day win of 55.93 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 8.52 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,670.21 . -1 3200919 3201393 He was released on $ 3-million bail and immediately returned to Las Vegas , where he had been filming a video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . -1 3155022 3154888 Florida 's primary isn 't until March 9 - following 28 other states . Florida 's primary will be March 9 , after 28 states ' primaries or caucuses . -1 2221876 2221924 " It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " Sprayregen said . " It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court . -1 455285 455123 Dividends are currently taxed at ordinary income tax rates of as much as 38.6 per cent . Under current law , dividends are taxed at standard income tax rates up to 38.6 percent . -0 3378928 3378898 Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of Defense for health affairs , said the vaccine poses little danger . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . -0 1559190 1559098 There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned in the rescuers ' direction , forlorn , hopeless . There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned and mouthed something . -1 2778966 2779062 Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to get the loan provision removed from the final bill . Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to see that the loan provision was not in the final bill . -0 1491619 1491642 A final decision on his fate , including the power of the death penalty , lay with President Bush . A final decision on his fate would lie with US President George Bush . -0 2859844 2859942 " And about eight to 10 seconds down , I hit . " I was in the water for about eight seconds . -0 3037559 3037387 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted . " I 'm very proud of the citizens of this state , " said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . -1 536277 536208 The two blond opponents appeared almost identical in matching powder-blue outfits – to their dismay . The two blond opponents appeared almost identical because they wore matching powder-blue outfits - to their dismay . " -1 2084866 2084802 The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning that they have barely enough time to organize the election before the balloting is scheduled to begin . The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning they have barely enough time to organize the election . -1 2536322 2536356 The House Government Reform Committee rapidly approved the legislation this morning . The House Government Reform Committee passed the bill today . -1 146126 146291 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . -1 71282 71506 The seizure of the money was confirmed by a US Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers in Baghdad in rebuilding the country 's banking and financial system . The seizure of the money was confirmed by a United States Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers here to rebuild the country 's banking and financial system . -0 42207 42173 That was a reversal from a loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . Net income was 12 cents a share , compared with a net loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier . -1 1355339 1355163 The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names Lay and Skilling among others . The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names former Enron Chairman Kenneth Lay and former chief executive Jeff Skilling , among others . -0 1949328 1949306 We can make life very difficult for terrorist elements , we can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there . We can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there , but often the beast survives . -1 2198639 2198910 Overall , students are most likely to be taught by a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work-force portrait shows . The average teacher is a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work force portrait shows . -1 1317759 1317853 Carnival Corp. stock was trading at $ 31.29 during midday trading Wednesday , down 72 cents or 2.25 percent . Carnival Corp. stock was down 2.5 percent , or 81 cents , at $ 31.20 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1114356 1114165 According to the 2000 Census , Long Beach 's Hispanic or Latino population was listed at 35.8 percent . According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures . -0 830656 830805 Lewis , the WBC champion , can still fight June 21 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles against another opponent . With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question . -1 1973756 1973638 With 2.3 million members nationwide , the Episcopal Church is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member global Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Communion . -1 2063609 2063635 BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O on Thursday said second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew amid a contracting overall market for business software . BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O said on Thursday second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew slightly more than Wall Street expected amid a contracting overall market for business software . -1 3128160 3128278 It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . Details of the research will appear in a future issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . -0 264278 264400 The market 's broader gauges also posted big gains , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . The broader market also retreated , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks . -1 2159006 2158955 Mr. Geoghan had been living in a protective custody unit since being transferred to the prison on April 3 . He had been in protective custody since being transferred to Souza-Baranowski in April , officials said . -1 2560842 2560784 WinFS will require that applications be rewritten to exploit such capabilities . However , applications will have to be rewritten to take advantage of such capabilities . -1 2287318 2287402 The pilot decided to fly to Kennedy , which has longer runways than Newark Airport . " Realizing this , the pilot changed course and diverted to Kennedy , which has longer runways . " -1 949672 949874 The number of probable cases dropped to 64 on Tuesday from 66 on Monday in and around Toronto , a city of four million people . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . -1 1346473 1346394 Despite their differences , U.S. and EU leaders said there were areas of agreement . Despite these and other differences , U.S. and EU leaders insisted they were working well together . -1 3079665 3079690 Bolland told the News of the World : “ I was astonished at Sir Michael ’ s question . Mr Bolland said : " I was astonished at Sir Michael 's question . -1 1128192 1128199 Symbol 's former chief accounting officer , Robert Korkuc , is expected to plead guilty in a federal court in Long Island later Thursday , according to reports . The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that Robert Korkuc was expected to plead guilty Thursday in federal court on Long Island to securities fraud charges . -1 3437630 3437425 Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business were arrested last week and questioned by magistrates investigating the collapse of Parmalat , the Italian dairy company . Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business have been arrested and are being questioned by magistrates over the collapse of the giant food group . -1 1613553 1613472 But Senate criticism of the House plan Tuesday came on several fronts . And several Senate Republicans are cranky about the House map . -0 196230 195968 He proposed a system under which it would take fewer and fewer votes to overcome a filibuster . Frist proposed a process in which it would take gradually fewer votes to overcome filibusters preventing final votes on judicial confirmations . -1 1219395 1219620 The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo contained in the play and would not allow the characters to sleep together . The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo of the play and would not allow Ewell 's character to sleep with Monroe 's . -1 3223195 3223214 A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . -1 175943 175919 Mark Kaiser , vice-president of marketing , and Tim Lee , vice-president of purchasing , were dismissed last week . Mark Kaiser and Tim Lee , respectively US Foodservice vice-presidents for marketing and purchasing , have been dismissed . -0 747968 748092 The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock . Under the proposed terms of the transaction , and following the spinoff of PalmSource , Palm will exchange 0.09 shares for each share of Handspring . -0 3414738 3414762 Shares of San Diego-based Jack In The Box closed at $ 21.49 , up 78 cents , or 3.8 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2806879 2806935 It doesnt appear the children struggled , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said Saturday . The cause of death is drowning , and the manner of death is homicide , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said . -1 2271664 2272487 The most recent was in 1998 , when Dr Barnett Slepian was killed in his home in Amherst , New York . The most recent killing was in 1998 , when Dr. Barnett Slepian was shot and killed in his home in Amherst , N.Y. -1 2210997 2211155 Meanwhile , Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst alluded to an interparty political struggle : " Sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst suggested a political motive for the report , saying : " It sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . " -0 2256139 2255931 In Washington on Sunday , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said the bureau will join the investigation in An-Najaf . In Washington , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said Sunday the bureau will provide forensic analysis of the wreckage . -1 892628 892971 Jason Giambi capitalized with an RBI single to center . Jason Giambi contributed a two-out RBI single . -0 1209978 1209647 Cabrera was called up to help in left field because Todd Hollandsworth has not been productive . Cabrera was called up Friday from Double A Carolina and started in left field . -0 2271581 2272060 Months later , another clinic doctor , Dr. Wayne Patterson , was killed away from the clinic . Months later , an unknown shooter killed Dr. Wayne Patterson , who ran Gunn 's clinic . -1 2280387 2280353 " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " John C. McCarthy , Forrester Group director , said . " Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " McCarthy said in a statement . -1 2331304 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . -1 1048622 1048759 Rescue workers had to scrounge for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . Wagner and Wolford both said that rescue workers were scrounging for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water . -0 1378008 1378273 Advancing issues outnumbered decliners nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1851859 1851814 In the year-ago period , Pearson posted a 26 million pre-tax profit . A year ago the firm posted a profit of 26 million pounds . -1 187187 187147 World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. also have filed applications seeking authority to provide service to Iraq . Cargo carriers World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. have also applied for permission to fly to Baghdad , Mosley said . -1 2580932 2581102 When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and was watching a TV cartoon channel . -0 2046780 2046991 DeVries did make one stop in town Wednesday - registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . Convicted child molester Brian DeVries spoke out in response to community outrage Wednesday afternoon after registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department . -0 61617 61757 Inflation-index bonds are carrying an interest rate of 4.66 percent . The interest rate on Series EE savings bonds for May through October is 2.66 percent . -0 3292501 3292585 The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . -1 2229168 2229224 Air Transport Association spokeswoman Diana Cronan said that travel was down in May through July and that she also expected it to be off over Labor Day . ATA spokeswoman Diana Cronan said travel was down in May through July , and she also expects it to be down some over Labor Day . -1 2170444 2170659 " NASA 's organizational culture and structure had as much to do with this accident as the ( loose ) foam . " " The NASA organizational culture had as much to do with this accident as the foam , " the report said . -0 3142677 3142446 Durst was acquitted this week in the murder of his elderly neighbor , 71-year-old Morris Black . Durst , a millionaire , pleaded self-defense in the death of his neighbor Morris Black . -1 3120087 3120252 Civil liberties groups protested and a US district judge ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional promotion of religion . Civil liberties groups filed suit , and U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson ordered the monument moved last October , calling it an unconstitutional promotion of religion by government . -1 1223140 1223201 They are due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today . The men will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday . -1 1072440 1072674 Jordan Green , the prelate 's private lawyer , said he had no comment . O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . -0 145183 145154 Shares closed on NASDAQ just below their 52-week high , at $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . Trading of EchoStar 's stock closed Tuesday at a 52-week high of $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 . -1 312456 312396 Some state lawmakers say they remain hopeful Bush will sign it , though they acknowledge pressure on the governor to do otherwise . Some state legislators behind the bill say they remain hopeful Bush will sign the legislation , though they acknowledge pressure is building on the governor to do otherwise . -0 2986989 2986953 A total of 114 soldiers were killed in the active combat phase that began March 20 . A total of 114 U.S. soldiers were killed between the start of the war March 20 and the end of April . -0 3010408 3010442 Gillespie sent a letter to CBS President Leslie Moonves asking for a historical review or a disclaimer . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . -1 702468 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Heyer said in a statement . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . -1 2664149 2664187 However , official statistics published this week showed a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August . -1 1805639 1805436 Printer maker Lexmark International Inc. spurted $ 3.95 to $ 63.35 , recouping some of the $ 14.10 it lost Monday . Other gainers included Lexmark , which rose $ US3.95 to $ US63.35 , recouping some of the $ US14.10 it lost Monday . -1 1017806 1017918 Representatives of abuse victims were dismayed by the development . Representatives of abuse victims expressed dismay at the possibility . -0 2331801 2331918 Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's underwear . In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties . -1 2564410 2564005 He said the issue of disclosing classified information about a C.I.A. officer was " a very serious matter " that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . The White House said that leaking classified information was a serious matter that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department . -0 2690149 2690096 Unemployment across the state fell a half of a percentage point last month to 6.1 percent from August 's mark of 6.6 percent . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . -1 193958 194062 Under the U.S. Constitution , the other chamber of Congress , the House of Representatives , does not vote on foreign alliances . The U.S. House of Representatives , the other chamber of Congress , does not vote on treaties . -1 3104386 3104362 Shares in Wal-Mart closed at $ 58.28 , up 16 cents , in Tuesday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Wal-Mart shares rose 16 cents to close at $ 58.28 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 259990 259815 " And they will learn the meaning of American justice , " he said to strong and extended applause . " The U.S. will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice , " Bush told the crowd , which burst into applause . -1 274461 274830 Two of the Britons , Sandy Mitchell from Glasgow and Glasgow-born William Sampson , face the death penalty . Sandy Mitchell , 44 , from Kirkintilloch , Glasgow , and William Sampson , a British citizen born in Glasgow , face beheading in public . -1 68016 67933 During a period of nearly a decade , Telemarketing Associates raised more than $ 7 million . Telemarketing Associates , hired by VietNow , raised $ 7.1 million from 1987 to 1995 . -1 1473646 1473505 In the present case , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be another mediated out-of-court settlement , and he estimated that it could approach $ 30 million . In the present case , too , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be an out-of-court settlement , which he estimated could approach $ 30 million . -1 1410941 1410923 " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " said Mr. Chandler , but simply that his team hasn 't uncovered evidence indicating such a link . " That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " Mr. Chandler said , but simply that his team has found no such evidence . -1 927430 927587 In 2002 , the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . In 2002 , Senator Trapdoor took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure . -1 1984639 1984517 Mr Levine confirmed that Ms Cohen Alon had tried to sell the story during the World Cup . Ms Cohen Alon 's lawyer , Donald Levine , confirmed she tried to sell the story in February . -1 1604530 1604464 In addition to HP , vendors backing SMI-S include Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun and Veritas . Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun Microsystems , and VERITAS are also onboard to support the storage standard . -1 2933717 2933887 Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer waits to cross borders and will hurt commerce . Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer lines that will damage cross-border commerce . -0 329537 329563 With the economy sluggish , producers have had a tough time trying to raise prices . Economists said the report on wholesale prices showed producers were having a tough time trying to raise prices . -0 53579 53653 In next week 's drill , " our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " Ridge said . " Our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " including use of weapons of mass destruction , Ridge said . -1 2173122 2173166 Easynews Inc. was subpoenaed late last week by the FBI , which was seeking account information related to the uploading of the virus to the ISP 's Usenet news group server . Easynews Inc. said Monday that it was cooperating with the FBI in trying to locate the person who uploaded the virus to a Usenet news group hosted by the ISP . -0 2512881 2512837 Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . Excluding litigation charges it made a profit of $ 7.8 million , or 10 cents a share . -0 2210832 2210795 " They are trying to turn him into a martyr , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation , which tracks abortion-related violence . " We need to take these threats seriously , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation . -1 2586233 2586269 Two women lost their battle in a British court yesterday to save their frozen embryos and use them to have children without the consent of their former partners . Two British women lost a desperate court battle on Wednesday to have babies using frozen embryos their former partners want destroyed . -0 1857647 1857914 BOB HOPE , master of the one-liner and Americas favourite comedian , died with a smile on his face yesterday just months after celebrating his 100th birthday . Bob Hope , the master of one-line quips , died Sunday night " with a smile on his face , " his daughter said yesterday . -0 702537 702542 Prior to joining Kodak , Palumbo worked for Procter & Gamble Corp. , where he managed products such as Folgers and Pantene shampoo . Prior to joining Eastman Kodak , Mr. Palumbo held senior marketing positions for Procter & Gamble . -0 519659 519346 But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus is on his job , not the recall petition . But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus " is on doing the work that he 's being paid to do . " -1 130002 129858 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index lost 6.77 , or 0.7 percent , to 927.62 as of 10 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 . -1 1849905 1849875 Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a smiling senior policeman shook hands with Mr Laczynski and patted him on the shoulder . Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a senior policeman smiled and shook Mr Lacsynski 's hand and patted him on the shoulder . -1 2570236 2570437 " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " Nicky Webster , a spokesman for Hempleman-Adams , said . Partway across the Atlantic , " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " the balloonist 's spokesperson Nicky Webster said . -0 228824 228863 The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week and is searching for a replacement for retiring co-anchor Jane Pauley . The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week , losing its Tuesday berth . -1 1740656 1740677 A Commerce spokesman issued a brief statement late Friday , noting that the task force " evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply . " " The energy task force evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply , " the statement said . -0 1669206 1669252 Each count has a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and $ 1 million fine . Both executives face up to 10 years in prison and a $ 1 million fine for securities fraud . -1 2664492 2664470 Revenue jumped 26 percent to $ 817 million , the South San Francisco-based company said in a statement . Revenue rose 26 percent , to $ 817 million , the company , based in South San Francisco , Calif . , said . -1 1438505 1438576 " PeopleSoft has consistently maintained that the proposed combination of PeopleSoft and Oracle faces substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . " PeopleSoft has argued that an Oracle takeover would face substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . -1 1792303 1792426 Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after the Cuban revolution . Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after Fidel Castro overthrew a dictatorship and installed a Communist government . -1 1862940 1862654 The Association of South East Asian Nations groups Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand , and Vietnam . ASEAN comprises Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand and Vietnam . -1 2826660 2826474 The fight about online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court Monday . The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court . -0 197853 197784 The dollar 's slide against the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . Despite hefty losses against the euro , the dollar 's slide versus the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise . -1 2818052 2817713 Referring to a battle against a Muslim warlord in Somalia , Boykin told another audience , " I knew my God was bigger than his . Referring to a Muslim fighter in Somalia , Boykin said that " my God was bigger than his . -0 1477632 1477593 Meester , a 20-year-old sophomore , could face life in prison if convicted on charges of rape , forcible sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors . Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors . -1 3254694 3254717 The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.3 per cent at 9,886.75 , while the Nasdaq Composite index was 0.4 per cent higher at 1,986.97 . On Wall Street , the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5 per cent at 9,905.8 and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.7 per cent at 1,995.1 . -1 68529 68510 His decision was delayed by concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . Daniels told the Star April 20 he was holding back because of concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq . -0 1191438 1191562 Woori Finance is the only large bank remaining to be sold but the government still has large stakes in several other lenders . Woori Finance is the only large bank still to be sold but the state retains large stakes in several others , leading to suspicions of government meddling in lending decisions . -0 2551832 2551614 Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante and Republican state Sen. Tom McClintock are in different political worlds . Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante was first choice of 25 percent , followed by state Sen. Tom McClintock with 18 percent . -1 2467993 2467953 In addition , juries in both state and federal cases have become increasingly reluctant to impose the death penalty . Juries in state and federal cases alike have also grown reluctant to impose the death penalty . -1 1723132 1723089 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index slipped 12.27 points or 1.23 percent to 981.73 . The S. & P. 500 slipped 12.27 points , or 1.2 percent , to 981.73 . -1 2225543 2225652 The other 18 people inside the building -- two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend -- escaped unharmed , Aaron said . The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said . -1 1043105 1042991 BT said the combination would have an immediate impact on subscriptions with 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . BT said it expected the combination to reap 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 . -1 3255083 3255063 The King of Prussia-based company could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer by then , the company said . The company , based in King of Prussia near Philadelphia , said it could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer for them . -1 3258350 3258262 He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents indicate a lingering medical problem could be part of his defense . He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents show that a lingering medical condition could contribute to his defense . -1 2545545 2545504 They used discarded skin from consenting patients who had undergone surgery and exposed it to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . Sanders and colleagues at RAFT exposed skin samples removed from consenting patients during surgery to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight . -0 2210473 2210658 And Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the monument in the courthouse two years ago , said he will fight to keep his job . It was the culmination of a row caused by Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the 2400kg monument in the Alabama Judicial Building in 2001 . -1 502271 502294 Regional utility Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit near Sendai automatically shut down due to the quake . Japan 's Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit in northern Japan , automatically shut down due to the quake . -1 440827 440875 Blagojevich reiterated his stance Wednesday to not prop up the budget with a gambling expansion . Governor Rod Blagojevich said he would not balance the state budget with gambling revenues . -1 3278429 3278400 " I 'm pleased by the fact that we are bringing this to a conclusion , " he said . " I 'm pleased we are bringing it to a conclusion , " Garton said . -0 781813 781879 Shares of National were losing 95 cents , or 3.9 % , to $ 23.73 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading . Walgreen 's shares were up 4.6 % , or $ 1.42 , to $ 32.11 in midday New York Stock Exchange trading . -0 3267822 3267949 Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , anticipating that customers will buy more personal computers during the key holiday season . Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , and announced it will take an accounting charge on one of its businesses . -0 669959 670149 " This proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity , " Elpida President Yukio Sakamoto said in a news release . " The proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity to better support our customer requirements , " said Yukio Sakamoto , Elpida 's president . -1 2490131 2490074 Many women complain that they become more forgetful around the time of menopause , and some doctors believe that hormonal changes are the reason . Many women complain that they become more forgetful after menopause , and some doctors have come to believe the hormonal changes brought on by menopause are the reason . -1 2136148 2136242 Sobig.F became one of the most widespread viruses ever , crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . Since surfacing late Monday , Sobig.F has been crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages . -1 881566 881614 The girl turned up late Sunday at a convenience store in East Palo Alto , about 30 miles from her home . The girl turned up late Sunday night at an East Palo Alto convenience store about 30 miles from her home . -0 1182221 1182195 " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , but this is an experiment worth introducing , " said David Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . " We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , " said Dave Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager . -0 1319151 1319599 BaFin and the head of the principal finance group , Robin Saunders , were not immediately available to comment . BaFin , Germany 's chief financial regulator , and the prosecutor 's office were not immediately available for comment . -1 654228 654098 The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter , IBM said in a statement . Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter . -1 871476 871541 " His advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it . " The president 's " advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it , " said White House spokesman Ari Fleischer . -1 3439709 3439626 At his request , he will be reassigned within the district . District Superintendent J. Chester Floyd told reporters Monday that McCrackin will be reassigned within the district . -1 2632317 2632336 The US Federal Trade Commission has also filed a lawsuit challenging Rambus . Still pending against Rambus is a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission . -0 1458220 1458108 Andrew M. Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy Cuomo plan to divorce . Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . -1 3207860 3207813 That would give smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . He agrees that technically smoking could be considered a disability , giving smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal . -0 2806634 2806558 Drugs are up to 50 percent cheaper in Canada than the United States because of government price controls . Brand-name drugs in Canada tend to be cheaper than in the United States because of government price controls and a favorable exchange rate . -1 2531741 2531598 Their father had pleaded with the doctors to stop the fight after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life-support . Their father had pleaded with doctors to abandon their efforst after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life support . -1 2601356 2601403 Brian Florence , 38 , died Sept . 25 of a heart attack in Alexandria , said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . " Mr. Florence died Thursday of heart failure , " said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz . -0 1410601 1410768 Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 wounded in the past few days . Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 injured as the rebels fought into the capital . -0 2436848 2436676 A West Knoxville restaurant has reported several cases of hepatitis A to the Knox County Health Department . The news has caused a rush of people to the Knox County Health Department to get vaccinated . -1 2440086 2440257 The review outlines the tariffs ' impact on domestic steel industry and steel consumers halfway through the three-year program . The ITC midpoint review of the tariffs outlines their impact so far on the domestic steel industry and steel consumers . -1 727276 727340 Besides the fact that Americans want to be liked , she said , there is a " huge cost when world opinion is negative to the United States . Americans just want to be liked , she said , but there also is a " huge cost " when world opinion is negative toward the United States . -1 1674733 1674780 John Logsdon , a board member , said that " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " In fact , said John Logsdon , a board member and George Washington University expert on space policy , " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . " -1 2281835 2281720 PC-related products were the strongest sector in July , with microprocessors up 5.6 % and DRAMs up 8.2 % from June , the industry group said . PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . -1 2471258 2471214 The Prime Ministers of China , Russia and four central Asian nations have met in Beijing and approved a budget for their regional security grouping . The prime ministers of China , Russia and four Central Asian countries signed agreements on Tuesday that set plans in motion for a long-awaited regional anti-terrorism centre in Uzbekistan . -0 514810 514453 The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a press conference to sway opinion against Powell and the two other Republicans on the panel . The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell . -0 289188 289505 It will cost about $ 20,000 per eight-week course of treatment , comparable to other injected cancer therapies , a spokeswoman said . It will cost about $ 20,000 per average course of treatment -16 to 17 weeks . -1 2077719 2077537 The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at £ 169.99 while the InfoPath XML ( Extensible Markup Language ) data gathering application is priced at £ 179.99 . The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at $ 273 while the InfoPath XML data gathering application is priced at $ 289 . -1 3313145 3313172 The current plan is to release the videotapes of the sessions , after U.S. review , on Friday , said Jim Landale , a spokesman for the tribunal . The current plan is to release videotapes of the sessions on Friday , after the review , said Jim Landale , a tribunal spokesman . -1 1183958 1183917 Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was 3 to 1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was 2 to 1 . Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was about 3-to-1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was about 2-to-1 . -1 259814 260052 Before addressing the economy , Bush discussed the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia , which killed as many as 29 people , including seven Americans . The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . -1 1860590 1860965 Sens. John Kerry and Bob Graham declined invitations to speak . The no-shows were Sens. John Kerry of Massachusetts and Bob Graham of Florida . -1 3217914 3217410 Senate passage of the Medicare bill was almost certain , possibly as early as today . Senate passage of the Medicare bill is almost certain Monday . -1 899533 899451 Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy , in Bangkok were among the targets , it said . Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted . -1 330570 330597 SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , as it has on economies across the region , hammering consumer spending and leaving shops , restaurants and airports empty . SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , hammering consumer spending , with shops , restaurants and airports empty while people stay at home . -1 1856517 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . -0 379912 380057 Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 358.65 / 359.15 an ounce at 0500 GMT , having darted as high as $ 359.25 -- a level not seen since February 25 . -1 2278050 2278126 Parson has been charged on one count of intentionally causing or attempting to cause damage to a computer . Parson faces one federal count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer . -0 375988 375914 She appeared in federal court there Monday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . Holloway surrendered in Cleveland on Friday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks . -1 184751 184597 There is , however , no photo of Peter Hollingworth in the June issue examined by the Herald yesterday . There is , however , no photograph of Dr Hollingworth in the June issue of the magazine examined by The Age yesterday . -1 2095800 2095807 The bank also said its offer was subject to the agreement of Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by 30 September 2003 . The offer is also subject to Goldman signing an agreement with Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by Sept . 30 , it said . -1 2271486 2271836 Hill , 50 , would be the first person executed for killing an abortion doctor . On Wednesday , Hill is scheduled to become the first person executed for murdering an abortion doctor . -0 1076887 1076865 On Jan. 10 , Shawanda Denise McCalister , who was also pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighbourhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . -1 2182211 2182122 It ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds for months over North Korea 's nuclear program and American demands that it cease . The contact between the delegations ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds over the nuclear program and U.S. demands that it cease immediately . -0 300634 301341 Scientists have reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half century ago . Scientists reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half-century ago , a dire assessment that drew immediate skepticism from commercial fishers . -0 2524956 2525064 The Nasdaq composite index fell 25.17 , or 1.4 percent , to 1,792.07 following a loss of 26.46 the previous session . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dropped 25.17 points , or 1.39 percent , to 1,792.07 , based on the latest available figures . -1 758278 758048 Congress twice before passed similar restrictions only to see President Bill Clinton veto them . Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times . -1 303299 303003 " He said they were in distress , " said Kingsville Police Chief Sam Granato . We 're asphyxiating , ' ' ' said Sam Granato , chief of the Kingsville police . -1 2481604 2481631 Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , has repeatedly said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 . The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 . -1 3271454 3271282 But none of them opposed the idea outright , ministers said . But none of the ministers opposed Mr. Powell 's suggestion outright on Thursday , the ministers said . -1 3419298 3419192 No one has been killed in the attacks , which have continued despite major setbacks for al Qaeda in a battle with Saudi security forces . No one has been killed in the recent attacks , which have continued despite serious setbacks for al-Qaeda following battles with Saudi security forces . -1 778948 779030 The company also earned 14 cents a share a year earlier . A year ago , the company posted a profit of 12 cents a share . -1 2894851 2894608 That ought to be the standard — not how many people sign up , " he said . " That ought to be the standard , not how many people actually signed up , " Mr. Rule told the judge . -0 2551482 2551643 Among three major candidates , Schwarzenegger is wining the battle for independents and crossover voters . Schwarzenegger picks up more independents and crossover voters than Bustamante . -1 126746 126660 The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it a signature to attract shoppers and hopefully lure them back . The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it that signature that draws in shoppers and brings them back again and again . -1 1043007 1043209 " For customers to get the most of the Internet , several factors are crucial , " Pierre Danon , CEO of BT 's retail unit . " For customers to get the most out of the internet , several factors are crucial , " Mr Danon said . -0 1467845 1467892 A representative for Phoenix-based U-Haul declined to comment on the case before the judge 's opinion was released . Anthony Citrano , a representative for WhenU , declined to comment on the case . -1 652661 652656 He has also directed " The Flintstones , " " Beethoven , " and " Jingle All The Way . " Levant 's other credits include " The Flintstones , " " Jingle All the Way " and " Beethoven . " -1 1027118 1027150 As he left court , McCartney cast one long angry glare at Amrozi , who almost hid behind his lawyer to the side . As he left the court , McCartney cast a long , angry glare at Amrozi , who tried to hide behind his lawyer . -1 1964152 1964187 " We are starting the epidemic with more cases and more areas affected than last year . " It indicates we are starting the epidemic with more cases than last year , " Gerberding said . -1 1087515 1087318 The $ 19.50-a-share bid , comes two days after PeopleSoft revised its bid for smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O to include cash as well as stock . Oracle 's $ 19.50-a-share bid comes two days after PeopleSoft added cash to its original all-share deal with smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O . -1 2923683 2923676 CIA Director George Tenet said the two men were " defined by dedication and courage . " " [ They ] were defined by dedication and courage , " said the CIA 's director George Tenet . -1 2494381 2494531 The FTC also asked the judge to suspend his ruling pending its appeal . The FTC asked the court Wednesday to block the ruling and filed for an appeal . -1 1353189 1353442 Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . The EU 's agriculture representative in Washington said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is wrapping up talks on agricultural reform . -1 881610 881572 Even the pizza man took part , delivering a flier with the missing girl 's picture along with the pizza and a two-liter bottle of Pepsi to Cruz 's house . Even the pizza delivery took part , unwittingly delivering a leaflet with the missing girl 's picture during his run to Cruz 's house . -1 14515 14484 The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 , bouncing back from a one-month contraction in March at 47.9 . -1 1359554 1359450 It will also boost SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhance HP 's Linux business , they said . The deal also boosts SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhances HP 's Linux business , they said . -1 3250031 3250014 To create the condyle , Dr Mao and colleague Adel Alhadlaq used adult stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . He and a colleague created the articular condyle using stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats . -0 3177055 3177119 New research indicates that some 540,000 high-tech jobs were lost in the United States during 2002 . In 2001 , there were 6.5 million high-tech jobs in the United States . -1 2228736 2228856 Of personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent vans or SUVs , 19 percent light trucks . Of all personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent are vans or sport utility vehicles and 19 percent are light trucks . -1 1887655 1887596 Network security products maker Secure Computing Inc. said Tuesday it is acquiring content-filtering vendor N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already-competitive market . Network security products maker Secure Computing said Tuesday it is acquiring content filtering firm N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already competitive market . -0 2885428 2885526 Mel Gibson 's passion-stirring Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " will open in the United States on Feb. 25 - Ash Wednesday on the Roman Catholic calendar . Mel Gibson is negotiating with Newmarket Films to distribute his embattled Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " in the United States . -1 516877 516921 Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation of Martinez to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . " -1 2199099 2199074 Illinois State Police accident reconstruction experts were investigating the cause . State Police were investigating , Vazzi said . -1 556737 556780 They were released to authorities after officers delivered the soda to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the six-pack through a door . They were released to authorities after officers delivered a six-pack of Dr Pepper to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the soda through a door . -0 1670433 1670386 The children were last seen July 4 at a fireworks display in Concord with their father , Manuel Gehring . Authorities believe the children , who were last seen with their father at a fireworks display in Concord on July 4 , are dead . -0 2824462 2824446 The hall will be home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the LA Master Chorale . The Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Brass Ensemble also performed . -1 1458108 1458147 Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years . Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy were married 13 years . -1 1945484 1945410 The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , Republican of Tennessee , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by the end of September . The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , R-Tenn . , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by late September . -0 1035510 1035558 The crime report surveyed 11,600 police and law enforcement agencies nationwide . The report details crime reported to law enforcement agencies statewide . -0 3292737 3292585 The state wants to lower wolf numbers in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath . The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts . -1 1455958 1455870 It was expected to raise the $ 90 million McGreevey expected . The tax is expected to raise $ 90 million . -1 3053745 3053832 O 'Donnell wrote in her autobiography , " Find Me , " that she was " an abused child . " In her autobiography , " Find Me , " O 'Donnell wrote , " I was an abused kid . -0 3192750 3192828 The poll , conducted by KRC Communications Research of Newton , was taken Wednesday and Thursday . The poll of 405 registered Massachusetts voters was conducted Wednesday through Friday by RKM Research and Communications . -1 99322 99374 Pressure also came last night from religious circles as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . The pressure on Peter Hollingworth to resign as Governor-General intensified last night as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down . -1 2933343 2933396 The attack on the al-Rashid Hotel , during the visit of Deputy Defence Secretary Paul Wolfowitz underscores the nature of the problem . The attack on the Rashid Hotel on Sunday , during the visit of the deputy secretary of defense , Paul D. Wolfowitz , underscores the nature of the problem . -1 1757060 1756887 " He would often call me for advice , " said Ronald L. Kuby , a friend and well-known lawyer who had represented him in the harassment case . " He would often call me for advice , " said lawyer Ron Kuby , a friend who had represented him in court . -1 159945 160232 The United States wants the measure passed by June 3 , when the oil-for-food program needs to be renewed . The Bush administration wants the measure approved by June 3 , when the existing oil-for-food program is up for renewal . -1 1646691 1646618 Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Edward Aritonang confirmed Saturday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . -1 1550880 1551024 Late last year , for example , more than 1800 US soldiers were placed in Djibouti to conduct counter-terrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . Since late last year , for example , more than 1,800 members of the American military have been placed in Djibouti to conduct counterterrorism operations in the Horn of Africa . -0 2862020 2862058 " I think it should have been released years ago , " said Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine . Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine , said the tape raises disturbing issues . -0 2564891 2565017 The bureau report shows significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18 to 24 , and middle- and higher-income earners nationwide . Reflecting the broad scope of the recession and its aftermath , significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18-to-64 , and middle- and higher-income earners . -0 1479820 1479611 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 8.27 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,633.53 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 . -1 1793615 1793553 Carlow and his group peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing the shipments ' prior owners . The network peddled drugs by forging paperwork showing prior owners of the shipments . -0 1617827 1617800 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office in Atlanta also refused to comment . Coca-Cola announced Friday morning that the U.S. Attorney 's office in Atlanta has started an inquiry . -0 1066386 1066809 Blair has said there is not ' ' a shred of truth ' ' in allegations the government manipulated evidence , and has resisted calls for a full public inquiry . Blair has said there is not ``a shred of truth ' ' in allegations that the government manipulated evidence about Iraq 's weapons programs . -1 2650436 2650346 They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Schooff . They were just making sure they dotted all the I 's and crossed all the T 's , " said Blair Schoof , executive director of music for AOL Europe . -1 3061131 3061148 The comment period was to have expired on Monday . A public comment period on the proposed new taxes will end on Monday . -0 1618476 1618455 It even struck a deal for distribution and advertising with popular P2P service Grokster . Puretunes has also lost a distribution deal with the popular Grokster file-swapping software company . -1 2209389 2209110 The group criticizing Schwarzenegger , the League of United Latin American Citizens , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Latinos . The League of United Latin American Citizens , the group criticizing Schwarzenegger , said the Austrian-born actor 's advisory board position brings into question his commitment to Hispanics . -1 417135 417203 He said European governments " have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears . " They have blocked all new bio-crops because of unfounded , unscientific fears , " Bush said . -1 698925 698943 Market sentiment was subdued after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said U.S. securities regulators were investigating the accounting of the world 's largest computer company . Market sentiment was also cautious after International Business Machines Inc . IBM.N said that federal securities regulators had begun an investigating into its accounting . -1 859626 859581 Oh yeah , Miami , Boston College and Syracuse leaving the Big East to take a seat in the Atlantic Coast Conference . Boston College , Miami and Syracuse are considering leaving the Big East for the Atlantic Coast Conference by the end of the month . -1 1277527 1277464 Community college students will see their tuition rise by $ 300 to $ 2,800 or 12 percent . Tuition at the six two-year community colleges will leap by $ 300 , to $ 2,800 . -0 2035179 2035364 U.S. forces recently apprehended some 40 suspected foreign militants near the Syrian border and are now interrogating them . The Third Armored Cavalry Regiment recently apprehended about 40 suspected fighters near the Syrian border , officials said . -1 3106460 3106512 " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused , " Mr Blunkett said . He added : " No one has anything to fear from being correctly identified , but everything to fear from their identity being stolen or misused . " -1 3418000 3417854 They suspect the same anarchist group that claimed responsibility for the Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . Italian police investigating the Prodi bomb suspect an anarchist group that claimed responsibility for Dec. 21 explosions near his house , according to Italian news agency ANSA . -1 430564 430518 Supporters say a city casino will attract tourists and conventioneers who will gamble and spend money in restaurants and stores . Supporters say those people will gamble and have enough money left over to spend in restaurants and stores . -0 593304 593119 Currently , about 37,000 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea . There are 100,000 U.S. troops in Asia , most of them in South Korea and Japan . -1 2580937 2580985 Lee said Brianna had dragged food , toys and other things into the bedroom . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . -0 3164761 3164606 Peterson told police he fished alone in San Francisco Bay on Christmas Eve , returning to an empty house . Peterson told police he left his wife at about 9 : 30 a.m. on Dec. 24 to fish alone in San Francisco Bay . -0 58344 58540 North American markets finished mixed in directionless trading Monday as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators move into the spotlight . North American markets grabbed early gains Monday morning , as earnings season begins to slow and economic indicators take the spotlight . -1 57269 57250 Mosel was unable to present financial statements in time due to mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said on Monday . Mosel had been unable to present financial statements in time because of mergers among subsidiaries and a change of accountants , the company said yesterday . -1 1596229 1596205 A navy official on the scene said divers were scanning the river bed with metal finders before rain drove them to shore . A navy official said divers scanned the river bed with metal detectors before rain drove them to shore . -1 349233 349039 " The Matrix Reloaded , " which opened in limited previews Wednesday night , took in an estimated $ 135.8 million for all five days . Matrix Reloaded opened in limited previews Wednesday night , and its total for all five days was estimated at $ 135.8 million . -1 2553320 2553127 At first blush , then , the distinction drawn by the creators of the do-not-call registry would seem to draw the line in precisely the right place . At first blush , then , the creators of the registry would seem to have drawn the line between exempted and banned calls in the right place . -1 3226418 3226399 They said no decisions had been made about how many troops would be moved , where they would come from , or where they would end up . They added that decisions have been made about how many troops will be moved , where they will come from , or where they will end up . -1 1640769 1640897 " The bank requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he said in an interview with the Press Association news agency . The Bank of England " requires growth from elsewhere in the economy and needs the economy to rebalance , " he told the Press Association news agency . -1 3037382 3037412 Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , were asked to decide whether to allow same-sex couples - and also unmarried heterosexual couples - to officially register as domestic partners . Voters in Cleveland Heights , Ohio , approved a proposal allowing same-sex couples -- and also unmarried heterosexual couples -- to officially register as domestic partners . -1 671328 671357 Cisco has signed similar deals with AT & T Corp. T.N , SBC Communications Inc . SBC.N and Sprint Corp. FON.N . Cisco has similar relationships with BellSouth competitors SBC Communications , AT & T and Sprint Communications . -0 2243159 2243130 The Dow Jones industrial average advanced for the fourth week in a row . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . -0 2286390 2286233 Also missing is Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas , who was in another vehicle swept off the turnpike . The other victim recovered Tuesday morning was Al Larsen , 31 , of Fort Worth , Texas . -0 547288 547104 He also could be barred permanently from the securities industry . Young faces a fine , suspension or being permanently barred from the securities industry . -1 570666 570348 The Cradle of Liberty Council isn 't the first one to buck the national group 's stance . Philadelphia 's council is not the first to defy the national policy . -1 2898434 2898224 It would be cumbersome for restaurants that serve different meals each day , she said . It would be especially cumbersome for restaurants that change their menus daily , she said . -0 2620067 2620050 Debra Mitchell , a member of the church , said Wilson had recently lost her job . Mitchell said many knew Wilson , 43 , to be unstable and that she recently lost her job . -1 2123259 2123305 Today , we preserve essential tools to foster voice competition in the local market . " We preserve essential tools to foster voice competition , " Copps said . -1 1921868 1921881 " The discovery that the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohn 's sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation , " it said in a statement . The researchers say that the fact the MAP bug is present in the vast majority of Crohns sufferers means it is almost certainly causing the intestinal inflammation . -1 14524 14499 A big surge in consumer confidence has provided the only positive economic news in recent weeks . Only a big surge in consumer confidence has interrupted the bleak economic news . -0 339667 339053 " I have heard the people of New York say , ' Enough is enough , ' " Pataki said . " " I have every reason to believe that people understand enough is enough , " Mr. Pataki said . -1 3002971 3002919 The government says the changes are necessary if Israel is to compete successfully in the global marketplace and attract investment . However , the Israeli government argues that changes in Israel ’ s state-controlled economy are necessary if the state is to compete in the global marketplace . -1 2119650 2119685 The computers were located in the United States , Canada , and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . -1 1953834 1953601 He was voluntarily castrated in 2001 , an operation he contends removed his ability to become sexually aroused . DeVries , who was voluntarily castrated in August 2001 , has said the surgery took away his ability to become sexually aroused . -0 2819406 2819535 Diana was at her lowest ebb when she wrote the letter to Paul Burrell claiming there was a plot to kill her . Burrell said Diana wrote a letter in October 1996 claiming there was a plot to kill her in a smash and gave it to him to keep as insurance . -1 3137979 3137950 SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , gave the agency its first real test of a new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . And SARS , the deadly respiratory disease first detected in China last November , tested the agency 's new state-of-the-art emergency operations center . -1 1057003 1057043 This morning , at UM 's New York office , Coen revised his expectations downward , saying that spending would instead rise 4.6 percent to $ 247 billion . Speaking to reporters at a New York news conference , Universal McCann 's Coen projected that total U.S. ad spending will rise 4.6 percent to $ 247.7 billion this year . -1 3065050 3064956 Cross-dressing teens from Harvey Milk High School offered sex for money in Greenwich Village and then robbed the would-be johns by pretending to be cops , sources said last night . Four Harvey Milk High School students who dressed as women were arrested yesterday for robbing men in the West Village - and pretending to be police officers , sources said . -1 2007827 2007774 Massachusetts does not have a state death penalty , and only once before - in Michigan - has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . Massachusetts has no state death penalty , and only once before -- in Michigan -- has the federal death penalty been given in a state without capital punishment . -1 2082241 2082784 In Toronto , police said they arrested 38 people and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts . Toronto police made 38 arrests linked to the blackout and reported 114 incidents , mostly for looting and other thefts , said Constable Mike Hayles . -0 2015392 2015412 We caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , CBS Calgary medical director . " We 're delighted the testing has worked -- we caught this ... and haven 't sent it into the blood supply , " said Dr. Dale Towns , Calgary medical director of CBS . -0 3361268 3361194 The Senate 's proposal will need the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Pataki to become law . Even if the Senate approves the proposals , they would require the support of the Democrat-led Assembly and Gov. George Pataki to become law . -0 166344 166421 The stock lost about 75 percent of its value after that bombshell and remains 40 percent below pre-disclosure levels . The stock lost some three quarters of its value after the initial February 24 bombshell disclosure . -0 1140085 1139891 The crates are full of hardback copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " On June 4 , Amazon said it had received orders for over 1 million copies of " Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix . " -0 1509312 1509246 French special police raided a farm in Corsica on Friday , capturing the top suspect in the 1998 murder of France 's highest official on the Mediterranean island , officials said . Police arrested on Friday the chief suspect in the murder of the top state official on the unruly French island of Corsica , Interior Minister Nicolas Sarkozy said . -1 554948 554625 Tom Kasmer , a 14-year-old from Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during yesterday 's competition . The 14-year-old national spelling finalist who attends school in Belmont , N.C. , got a word that sounded like " zistee " during competition Wednesday . -0 969584 969187 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 86.56 points , or 0.94 percent , to 9,109.99 , after giving up more than 1 percent earlier . The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI fell 79.43 points , or 0.86 percent , to 9,117.12 on Friday . -0 2428443 2428665 General Wesley Clark finally confirmed this week that he would seek the Democratic nomination to run against President George Bush in next year 's presidential elections . Retired General Wesley Clark 's entry into the race for the Democratic presidential nomination will almost certainly strengthen anti-war forces determined to unseat US President George W Bush next year . -1 2615207 2615238 China would become only the third nation to put a human in space . China would become the third nation to achieve manned spaceflight . -1 769300 769133 ImClone Systems Inc. and Genentech Inc. led shares of U.S. biotechnology companies higher after medicines they are developing helped cancer patients in studies . ImClone Systems and Genentech led shares of biotechnology companies higher yesterday after studies showed the medicines they are developing helped cancer patients . -1 969189 969381 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was down 27.13 points , or 1.64 percent , at 1,626.49 , based on the latest data . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . -0 3225863 3225896 The American Express Corp. has pledged at least $ 3 million of more than $ 5 million needed . The city had requested federal funds , but withdrew that request when American Express pledged at least $ 3 million . -1 886793 887032 Privately-held GeCAD Software , founded in 1992 , has supplied antivirus and security products since 1994 under the name RAV AntiVirus . GeCAD , founded in 1992 and based in Bucharest , provides anti-virus , anti-spam and content-filtering products under the name RAV AntiVirus . -1 1079513 1079555 Kelly Boggs ' column will appear daily during the June 17-18 Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting in Phoenix . Kelly Boggs , Baptist Press ' weekly columnist , will be writing a column each day during the Southern Baptist Convention 's annual meeting this week in Phoenix . -1 1655920 1655544 This is the only planet that has been found in orbit around a binary star system . The new found planet is the only one known to orbit such a double-star system . -1 1353127 1353139 More than 1,000 people staged mostly peaceful protests during the talks , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . More than 1,000 people rallied over three days , proclaiming that genetically modified foods weren 't the answer to the world 's food problems . -0 1420243 1419730 Lee Janzen , who was tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 and tied for sixth . Lee Janzen , tied atop the leaderboard with five holes left , finished with a 68 to tie for sixth with Bob Crane ( 67 ) at 269 . -0 2894175 2894216 The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of waste thought to contain transuranic waste are stored underground at Hanford . The equivalent of 75,000 55-gallon barrels of transuranic and low-level radioactive waste , some of it mixed with hazardous chemicals , is buried at Hanford . -0 2384840 2385182 There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Gov. Gray Davis told reporters at a campaign stop in Compton . There are more surprises than you can possibly imagine , " Davis said after appearing with former U.S. president Bill Clinton at a school dedication . -1 1566184 1565948 Officials said all three would be charged with conspiracy to commit murder . All three of the teens were charged with offenses including conspiracy to commit murder . -0 1673532 1673564 Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is completed . Less than 20 percent of Boise 's sales would come from making lumber and paper after the OfficeMax purchase is complete , assuming those businesses aren 't sold . -1 130511 130374 But they are split over whether the Fed will acknowledge risks are tilted toward weakness , or say they are balanced . Wall Street is debating whether the central bank will say risks are tilted toward weakness or balanced with inflation . -1 2045238 2045009 Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler in New York 's diamond district , allegedly accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the missiles , the government said . Yehuda Abraham , a 76-year-old jeweler from New York 's diamond district , accepted a $ 30,000 down payment on behalf of Lakhani for the first missile , investigators said . -0 684978 684945 Samudra claims the meeting agreed with this and fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker still on the run and so-called smiling Bali bomber , Amrozi . He claims they agreed on this plot and that fine-tuning was handed to Dulmatin , a bombmaker who is still on the run . -1 2780550 2780535 The seventh person charged in the case - Habis Abdu al Saoub - remains at large . The seventh member of the cell , Habis Abdullah al Saoub , 37 , a Jordanian , remains at large . -0 1297360 1297335 Vivendi shares closed 1.9 percent at 15.80 euros in Paris after falling 3.6 percent on Monday . In New York , Vivendi shares were 1.4 percent down at $ 18.29 . -0 700602 700554 The Bank of England starts its two-day meeting on Wednesday , but was expected to leave British interest rates steady . The Bank of England starts a two-day policy meeting on Wednesday and is expected to leave British interest rates steady at 3.75 percent on Thursday . -0 1317762 1317746 Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . The results were 3 cents a share lower than the forecast of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -0 733402 734174 Annika Sorenstam gets her first opportunity to test that objective this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . The appetizer devoured , Annika Sorenstam moves on to the entree this week at the McDonald 's LPGA Championship . -1 2760895 2760839 The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . The greenback rose steeply against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . -0 952418 952394 The San Jose-based company posted a net income of $ 64.2 million , or 27 cents per share , in the quarter ended May 30 . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . -0 318779 319126 He claims it may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to the concept . " This proposal is modest compared with the space programme , and may seem unrealistic only because little effort has been devoted to it . -0 2622010 2622070 " And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting . " " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . -1 1515035 1515071 " After what happened here ... it 's tacky and unpatriotic , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting the site with her husband from Salem , Mass . " It 's nasty , " said JoAnn Marquis , visiting with her husband from Salem , Mass . " After what happened here . -1 902161 901479 An hour later , an Israeli helicopter fired missiles at a car in Gaza City , killing two Hamas officials and at least five other people . An hour later Israeli attack helicopters rained missiles on a car in Gaza City , killing seven people , Palestinian sources said . -0 518132 518096 He also called Hovan a " person of good reputation " who had worked as a bus driver since 1967 . Hovan , a resident of Trumbull , Conn . , had worked as a bus driver since 1967 and had no prior criminal record . -0 1743711 1743693 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > was down 10 / 32 for a yield of 4.91 percent , up from 4.89 percent late Thursday . The 30-year bond was down 14 / 32 to yield 4.92 percent , up from 4.89 percent on Thursday but off an earlier yield high of 4.95 percent . -1 2492702 2492721 The companies also announced plans to collaborate on the design for future generations of memory technologies . The two groups said they would collaborate on the design of future memory technologies . -1 2270117 2270197 A judge ordered the child placed in state custody Aug. 8 . On Aug. 8 , Juvenile Court Judge Robert Yeates ordered that Parker be placed in protective custody . -1 99767 99742 The British ambassador to the United Nations , Sir Jeremy Greenstock , is scheduled to lead a Security Council Mission to the region in mid-May . Sir Jeremy Greenstock , the UK 's ambassador to the UN , is due to lead a week-long Security Council mission to West Africa in mid-May . -1 2117309 2117247 This year , local health departments hired part-time water samplers and purchased testing equipment with a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . This year , Peninsula health officials got the money to hire part-time water samplers and purchase testing equipment thanks to a $ 282,355 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency . -1 1414523 1414461 Roslyn shares gained 82 cents to close at $ 20.79 yesterday in Nasdaq trading . In recent dealings , shares of Roslyn were up 40 cents , or 1.9 percent , to $ 21.25 . -1 1463213 1463171 American has laid off 6,500 of its Missouri employees since Dec. 31 , according to Driskill . Since October 2001 , American has laid off 6,149 flight attendants , according to George Price , a union spokesman . -1 1777875 1777966 She met Lady Mary at her Double Bay home yesterday to thank her for the donation . She met Lady Mary for the first time at her Double Bay home in Sydney yesterday to thank her in person for the donation . -0 440568 440402 Acting Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said the explosion was being treated as a criminal matter , but no possibility had been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . -1 850724 850750 The value will total about $ 124 million , including convertible securities , according to Corel . Including convertible securities , the total estimated value of the deal is $ 124 million , according to Corel . -1 1991823 1992132 " I can say I am being forced into exile by the world superpower , " he said . " I am being forced into exile by the world 's superpower , " Taylor said in an address videotaped at his home . -1 1349747 1349843 Goss said CIA Director George Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . He also noted that Tenet has provided the committee with 19 volumes of documents on prewar intelligence which has been made available to House members . -0 1091236 1091318 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid 1-10 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , up from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . -0 2561138 2561215 The service also features a " self-healing " option that can provide continuous access to critical applications . It also offers a " self-healing " option so businesses have continuous access to critical servers , data and applications . -1 2728899 2728954 Shares of the Smithfield rose more than 8 percent as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . Smithfield shares rose more than 8 per cent yesterday as the company said it expected the transaction to boost earnings immediately . -0 2856384 2856570 Consolidated volume was heavy , with 2.17 billion shares traded , compared with 1.92 billion on Tuesday . Consolidated volume was moderate , with 1.91 billion shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange , compared to 1.5 billion Monday . -1 1819120 1819048 Chief Executive Rod Eddington is to meet the three unions separately on Monday afternoon . Eddington is to meet the other two unions separately later on Monday . -1 2903876 2904035 He had said before the meeting that he planned to urge Chinese officials to move quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . He has said he plans to urge Chinese officials during the G20 meeting to move more quickly to adopt a more flexible currency system . -1 258973 259078 With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products now are two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C , the antiviral pill ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron . With Claritin 's decline , Schering-Plough 's best-selling products are now antiviral drug ribavirin and an interferon medicine called Peg-Intron -- two drugs used together to treat hepatitis C. -1 2728920 2728978 Shares of Smithfield closed up $ 1.64 , or 8.5 percent , at $ 20.85 , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Smithfield rose $ 1.64 yesterday to close at $ 20.85 , a rise of 8.5 per cent , on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2240384 2240134 He planned Monday to formally announce the effort alongside several union presidents . He plans to announce the effort formally tomorrow in Cincinnati alongside several union presidents . -1 1238164 1238199 TSMC also accused Syndia of trying to interfere with its customer relationships . TSMC feels that Syndia 's actions are designed to interfere with TSMC 's customer relationships , the company said . -1 1660173 1660193 Also at increased risk are those whose immune systems suppressed by medications or by diseases such as cancer , diabetes and AIDS . Also at increased risk are those with suppressed immune systems due to illness or medicines . -1 452914 452858 Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . ( nyse : JWN - news - people ) jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . Upscale department store chain Nordstrom Inc . JWN.N jumped $ 1.49 , or 9.4 percent , to $ 17.35 . -1 274406 273999 " I figure we 've destroyed about one-half of Al Qaeda , the top operators of Al Qaeda , and that 's good , " Mr. Bush said . " We 've destroyed about one half of al Qaeda , the top operators of al Qaeda , and that 's good . -1 2188367 2188397 Her knees were swollen for days and she still bears scars there and on her legs and ankles . Grieson said both of her knees were swollen for days and that she still has scars on her legs from the incident . -1 1642169 1642368 The new 25-member Governing Council 's first move was to scrap holidays honoring Saddam and his party and to create a public holiday marking the day of his downfall . Its first decisions were to scrap all holidays honoring Saddam and his outlawed Baath Party and to create a new public holiday marking the day of his downfall . -1 1294892 1294914 Al Qaeda , the terror network led by Saudi-born Osama bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 , attacks , has been linked to both cases . Al-Qaida , the terror network led by Saudi-born bin Laden and blamed for the Sept . 11 , 2001 attacks on the United States , has been linked to both cases . -1 1472090 1472197 He praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying that it was a Rhodes scholar at Oxford who first interested him in politics . Blair praised the work of the Rhodes Trust , saying it was an Australian Rhodes Scholar he met while at Oxford who first interested him in politics . -1 1409801 1409904 Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another key Saudi operator for Al Qaeda and a second main suspect in the Riyadh bombings remains at large . Turki Nasser al-Dandani , another suspected Saudi operative for Osama bin Laden 's al-Qaida terror network and top suspect in the Riyadh bombings , remains at large . -1 3007381 3007207 " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the Constitution , " she said . The church 's lawyer , Shirley Phelps-Roper , was clear : " What they have done is a thinly veiled attempt to do an end run around the constitution , " she said . -0 320332 320001 " There were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals -- there 's not one person who 's responsible here , " Gehman said . In turning down the NIMA offer , Gehman said , ' ' there were a number of bureaucratic and administrative missed signals here . -0 2537779 2537667 H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned Thursday , saying Reed should start with a " clean slate . " Reed arrived a day after H. Carl McCall , co-chairman of the exchange 's special committee on governance , resigned saying Reed should have a " clean slate " to make changes . -1 3102535 3102405 He hugged his lawyers and their assistants and then said , " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " -1 2055323 2055336 The department also sent water and soil samples to the state health laboratory . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . -1 2653994 2653952 Pat Anderson , the attorney representing the parents , Bob and Mary Schindler , declined to comment . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . -1 1091916 1092088 The company has agreed terms on the purchase of the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . The company has reached agreement on the terms for buying the paper division of the Dutch office supplies group Buhrmann , the largest paper distributor in Europe . -0 2063773 2063818 A power cut in New York in 1977 left 9 million people without electricity for up to 25 hours . The outage resurrected memories of other massive power blackouts , including one in 1977 that left about 9 million people without electricity for 25 hours . -1 2644075 2644106 But Gelinas says only six have been fully re-evaluated . Ms. Gelinas said only 1.5 per cent of those have been fully re-evaluated . -1 583607 583806 Idaho Gem also is the first sterile animal to be cloned . " He is the first and only cloned sterile hybrid . " -1 417157 417101 It is almost certain to exacerbate the bitter divisions between Washington and Europe that have not abated since the end of the war in Iraq . It is almost certain to exacerbate the divisions between Washington and Europe that emerged before the war in Iraq . -1 938680 939039 Resigning along with Brendsel was Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer . Chairman and chief executive Leland Brendsel and Vaughn Clarke , the company 's executive vice president and chief financial officer , resigned . -1 2398836 2398855 The vast majority of trades will be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on participation in incentive schemes . " Eurex said " the vast majority " of trades on Eurex US would be priced at 20 cents per contract or less depending on " participation in incentive schemes " . -0 3018437 3018453 Associated Press Writer Curt Anderson at the Justice Department in Washington , D.C. , contributed to this story . Associated Press Writer Jay Reeves in Birmingham , Ala . , contributed to this story . -1 452852 452908 Hewlett-Packard Co . HPQ.N , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . Hewlett-Packard Co . ( nyse : HPQ - news - people ) , the No. 2 computer maker , rose 41 cents , or 2.4 percent , to $ 17.29 . -0 2565305 2565176 He urged patience from Americans eager for the service , which is intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketing calls . The free service was originally intended to block about 80 percent of telemarketer calls . -1 2461332 2461355 " Everyone who has a cell phone wishes they had a better one , " Huang said . They have a cell phone and everybody that has a cell phone wishes they had a better one . " -1 238193 238218 Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of a group of six Yemeni-Americans to enter a plea agreement with the government in the case . Taher , acting against his attorney 's advice , became the fifth member of the six to enter a plea agreement with the government . -0 2583299 2583319 " We 're still confident that Gephardt will get the lion 's share of union support . " Whether or not we get to the two-thirds , we 're going to have the lion 's share of union support . " -1 1487866 1487826 " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive , " Medina said in a statement . In response , Medina issued the following statement : " The accusation that I misappropriated money from Jennifer Lopez is both untrue and offensive . -0 1077097 1076865 On Jan. 10 , 20-year-old Shawanda Denise McCalister , who also was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighborhood . On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment . -0 1042396 1042500 After the further analysis of the subset data , the companies plan to discuss the results with regulators and then determine how to proceed . The two companies plan further analysis of the subset data and will discuss the results with regulatory agencies . -1 452845 452902 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . -0 68066 68260 The case is Illinois v. Telemarketing Associates , 01-1806 . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . -1 2046154 2046139 They are being held on immigration violations as the incident is investigated . Both men are being held for investigation of administrative immigration violations . -1 2205796 2205913 " Rendezvous has been a TIBCO mark for many years and is one of our flagship products , " said George Ahn , chief marketing officer , Tibco . Tibco 's chief marketing officer George Ahn said : " Rendezvous has been a Tibco mark for many years and is one of our flagship products . -0 3331129 3331081 Bad publicity has already weakened sales which are highly profitable for retailers . Bad publicity surrounding warranties has already sent sales into decline . -0 62655 62543 Turner , who held about 105 million shares before the sale , also transferred 10 million AOL shares to a charitable trust . Mr. Turner transferred about 10 million shares to a charitable trust before they were sold . -1 3162272 3162360 Several cities are competing for the headquarters , including Miami ; Panama City ; Atlanta ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Puebla , Mexico . But Miami is competing with eight other cities , including Atlanta ; Panama City ; Port-of-Spain , Trinidad ; and Cancn , Mexico . -0 3328335 3328020 Beagle 2 has no propulsion system of its own ; it is " in the hands of Mr Newton now " , as an astronaut once put it . It is " in the hands of Mr Newton " as a US space agency ( Nasa ) astronaut once put it . -0 2247552 2247415 Diane Lade of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel , a Tribune Publishing newspaper , contributed to this report . Staff Writer Diane Lade and The Associated Press contributed to this report . -1 469257 469133 But the Russell 2000 index , the barometer of smaller company stocks , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . But the Russell 2000 , the barometer of stocks of smaller companies , had a weekly gain of 3.71 , or 0.9 percent , closing at 418.40 . -0 2254321 2254236 At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . At 11 a.m. EDT , Fabian 's center was near latitude 18.1 north and longitude 53.2 west , or about 550 miles east of the Leewards . -0 3054612 3054405 The National Transportation Safety Board has subpoenaed Gansas , arguing his immediate testimony remains critical to its investigation . The National Transportation Safety Board had subpoenaed him , but he initially ignored the order . -1 2029603 2029641 Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . His wife , Janet , said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water . -1 2375165 2375130 But as more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public the safety it needed . But as time passed and more people were shot , Moose had to admit that he couldn 't give the public what it needed most from the police - safety . -1 471718 471681 " The longer this series goes , the better chance Dirk has to play . " " I think the longer the series goes , the more chance Dirk has to play , " Nelson said . -1 1118216 1118018 The seal will ultimately be used to identify DHS badges , vehicles , signs , sea vessels and aircraft . The seal will ultimately be used on department materials , signage , credentials , badges , vehicles , sea vessels and aircraft . -0 447053 446966 There are an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around the town . Bunia has about 750 U.N. troops , compared with an estimated 25,000 to 28,000 tribal fighters in the region , with thousands deployed in and around Bunia . -0 297236 297106 Neither Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van De Velde nor Morgan could be reached for comment . Iowa State athletic director Bruce Van de Velde would not confirm an offer was made to Lebo . -0 1279796 1279881 The Dow Jones Industrial Average held on to small gains , up 19.96 to 9,092.91 , while the S & P 500 index shed 0.39 to 981.25 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . -1 501887 501917 An airplane carrying Spanish peacekeepers back from Afghanistan crashed into a fog-shrouded mountain in Turkey and exploded Monday , killing all 75 people aboard . A charter plane crashed in Turkey on Monday , killing all 75 people aboard , including 62 Spanish peacekeepers returning from Afghanistan , officials said . -1 818479 818367 But the subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not be present , an issue which has rankled Iraqi officials . Meanwhile , the main subject of oil market debate , Iraq , will not send a delegation , an issue that has rankled Iraqi officials . -0 1597901 1597932 Security forces stormed the building , but 129 hostages were killed along with the attackers . Russian forces stormed the building to free the hostages but 129 people died in the operation . -0 3391267 3391277 So far , Georgia has been returned all but $ 70,000 of the money it wired . Georgia has received all but $ 70,000 of its money back with the help of the FBI . -1 2581127 2580985 Lee told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . -1 1671941 1671677 " With the target funds rate at 1 percent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " -0 176905 176931 The US responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers . The US administration responded coolly to the EU deadline , warning that trade sanctions would backfire by hurting European consumers but pledging " to comply with our international obligations " . -0 66587 66500 Derek Jeter took batting practice on the field for the first time since dislocating his left shoulder on Opening Day and expects to begin a minor league rehab assignment tomorrow . Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday . -0 2373715 2373669 Water management officials in Florida were worried about some of the already-swollen rivers and lakes , because a direct hit from a hurricane could cause severe flooding . Water management officials in Florida were worried about the storm 's possible effect on some of their already-swollen rivers and lakes . -1 1952630 1952428 It was to fly a plane in the White House . " " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Mr. Karas said . -1 1015204 1015140 Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales below Wall Street 's modest expectations . -1 2630710 2630750 Rambus Inc . ( nasdaq : RMBS - news - people ) shot up 38 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . Rambus Inc. shot up almost 33 percent , making it the biggest percentage gainer on the Nasdaq . -0 34199 34334 Pines said he would convene the relevant party bodies within 10 days to discuss whether new elections would be held or whether a temporary leader would be appointed . Mitzna and party secretary Ophir Pines agreed to convene party organizations within 10 days to discuss whether new primaries would be held or a temporary leader appointed . -1 2711479 2711576 The tendency to feel rejection as an acute pain may have developed in humans as a defensive mechanism for the species , said Eisenberger . Feeling rejection as an acute pain may have developed as a defence mechanism for the species , Eisenberger said . -1 2691267 2691047 A discouraging outlook from General Electric Co. sent its share down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . A discouraging outlook from GE sent the company 's shares down 81 cents ( U.S. ) or 2.7 per cent to $ 29.32 . -0 20391 20375 This was double the $ 818 million reported for the first three months of 2001 . Berkshire Hathaway made profits of $ 1.7 billion in the first three months of this year alone , its best performance . -0 1117441 1117426 U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald said the wholesalers were not to blame and were " victims in this . " U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald declined to name the wholesalers , whom he called " victims in this . " -1 1171539 1171897 At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR slid a full point for a yield of 4.47 percent from 4.41 percent . At the very long end , the 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 2 / 32 for a yield of 4.41 percent . -0 2277428 2277502 And yes , Marilyn Monroe is definitely part of the story , titled " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " Note the subheading of this terrible parable in the " American Masters " series , " Arthur Miller , Elia Kazan and the Blacklist : None Without Sin . " -0 699979 700005 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index was 49.4 percent last month , up from 45.4 in April . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . -0 218937 219056 Mr. Parsons has been director of the Stennis Center , which specializes in rocket engine research and testing , since August . Mr. Parsons has served as the director at the Stennis Space Center , which employs 4,600 people , since August . -1 1589333 1589356 As part of the changes , Microsoft will also tie stock awards for its top 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . Microsoft also said it will tie stock awards for 600 or so executives to the growth and " satisfaction " in its customer base . -0 453448 453574 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . At 11 a.m. ( 1500 GMT ) , the 10-year note US10YT = RR was up 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.36 percent from 3.40 percent Wednesday . -1 2327949 2327686 In December 1998 , a 33-year-old woman died when she was hit by a metal cleat that came loose from the Columbia sailing ship . In 1998 , a 33-year-old man died after he was struck by a metal cleat at the Columbia ship attraction . -0 1052580 1052778 Last year , he was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff incurred while he was labour minister but had originally billed to taxpayers . Last year , Stockwell was forced to repay $ 3,000 in bar tabs that he and his staff rang up while he was labour minister . -1 1953249 1953229 Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the day DNA testing identified the bodies . Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . -0 700005 699929 The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April , the biggest monthly gain since December . The Purchasing Managers Index , released on Monday by the Institute for Supply Management , rose to 49.4 in May from 45.4 in April . -1 4177 4083 The decomposed remains of 17-year-old Max Guarino of Manhattan were found floating near City Island April 25 . Max Guarino , 17 , was found April 25 in the water off City Island . -0 1088211 1088238 Kodak earned 85 cents per share excluding one-time items in the quarter a year earlier . Kodak expects earnings of 5 cents to 25 cents a share in the quarter . -1 2636441 2636304 Scholars in medical ethics have said the issue of medicating patients to improve their mental health to execute them might present formidable obstacles for doctors . Scholars in medical ethics have said the notion of medicating people to improve their mental health to the point where they may be executed can present formidable obstacles for doctors . -1 336701 336413 The man , Fazul Abdullah Mohammed , a Comoros islander , is on the U.S. FBI 's list of most wanted suspects . A Comoros islander , he is on the United States ' list of most wanted suspects . -1 2733687 2733747 Asked about the controversy , Bloomberg said , " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side I 'll certainly wave to them . " I didn 't see either one today , but if they 're here and wave from the side , I 'll certainly wave to them , " Bloomberg said . -1 2196784 2196874 He said it was a mistake , and he reimbursed the party nearly $ 2,000 . The governor said the use of the credit card was a mistake , and has since reimbursed the party for the expense . -0 3446378 3446258 Both NASA and Russian space officials said it posed no danger to the crew . American and Russian space officials stressed there is no immediate danger to the crew or the operation of the orbiting outpost . -1 1081979 1081950 The Bluetooth SIG made its announcement at the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam this week . A new version of the Bluetooth specification was officially launched today at the start of the Bluetooth World Congress in Amsterdam . -1 1868599 1868648 Respondents who rated current business conditions as " bad " increased to 30.4 % from 28.1 % in June . " Those rating present business conditions as ' bad ' increased to 30.4 per cent from 28.1 per cent , " the report said . -1 3301558 3301460 The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate last night , but his condition was described as “ stable ” and “ comfortable ” . The singer has been on a ventilator since the crash at his Buckinghamshire estate on Monday , with his condition last night described as “ stable and comfortable ” . -1 1907358 1907308 He added , " I am not giving any consideration to resignation . " I am not giving any consideration to resignation , " Shumaker said in a statement . -1 2051903 2052013 At least 61 people were killed and dozens injured across Afghanistan yesterday in the worst outbreak of violence for more than a year . Sixty-one people were killed and dozens wounded in outbreaks of violence across Afghanistan in the troubled country 's bloodiest 24 hours in more than a year , officials said Wednesday . -1 650292 650062 The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark , the first time since December . The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " -1 2732028 2731959 Emergency crews said some of the passengers were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . Emergency crews said no passenger was ejected , but some were thrown partly out of the open side of the bus . -1 3083157 3083264 " I feel that people that are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use their computers , " said McKechnie . The people who are sending these messages are infringing on my rights and everyone else 's rights to use your computer , " McKechnie said . -1 1101304 1101205 Page said it 's also possible that genes on the Y chromosome may influence gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . He added that genes on the Y might play a role in influencing gender-specific differences in disease susceptibility . -0 2791603 2791653 The Nasdaq composite index fell 2.95 , or 0.2 percent , for the week to 1,912.36 after stumbling 37.78 yesterday . The Nasdaq eased 0.15 percent for the week after two consecutive up weeks . -0 1530188 1530311 The House version pays 80 percent of a senior 's first $ 2,000 in drug costs after a $ 250 deductible . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . -1 2793362 2793469 Overture 's listings are generated by more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . Overture generates its search listings from more than 100,000 advertisers who bid for placement on keywords relevant to their business . -1 1325624 1325693 The company said that with proper funding , ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . Human Genome said ABthrax could be available for emergency use as early as the end of 2004 . -1 2775364 2775332 A really robust program could be had for about 20 cents a day , " Griffin said . " A really robust space program could be had for a mere 20 cents a day from each person , " he said . -0 583888 583563 His birth on 4 May is revealed today in the journal Science . The scientists ' research is being published today in the journal Science ( www.sciencemag.org ) . -1 2876850 2876936 " We don 't know at this point if the current investigation includes one or more outside contractors . " We do not know if the current investigation involves one or more multiple contractors , " she said . -0 1220667 1220799 We intend to appeal vigorously and still expect to be vindicated ultimately . We think this was bad law , and we still expect to be vindicated ultimately . -0 18800 18720 Shares of LendingTree soared $ 5.99 , or 40.1 percent , to $ 20.68 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . -0 872797 872880 Shares in the big mortgage lenders also fell to record lows . Shares of other mortgage lenders and home construction companies also fell . -1 964055 963933 July Brent rose 31 cents to $ 28.39 per barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . Brent crude for July delivery fell 38 cents to $ 27.45 a barrel on London 's International Petroleum Exchange . -0 1027885 1028037 It would now take place some time before August 8 in Auckland . The meeting would now be held before August 8 . -1 173780 173843 Also helping Tokyo stocks were hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of its top economic advisory panel . Stocks rebounded on Friday on hopes the government would next week adopt some of the market boosting proposals discussed on Thursday at a meeting of the top economic advisory panel . -0 3046152 3046307 However , scientists led by physicist Frank McDonald of the University of Maryland disagree . It 's just a matter of time , said Frank McDonald , of the University of Maryland . -1 760511 760819 " It was brazen intimidation to keep people on the reservation , " said a Republican who attended but did not want to be named . " It was a brazen attempt at intimidation , " said a Republican legislator who attended the meeting . -0 1091300 1091577 At midday Monday , the 10-year note US10YT = RR had slipped 12 / 32 in price giving a yield of 3.16 percent from 3.12 percent . Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . -1 1219440 1219610 Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . Axelrod died of heart failure while asleep at his Los Angeles home , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . -1 2054927 2054997 But it said that the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . But , in a 58-page report , WHO said the Danish ban had been effective in reducing the spread among food animals . -1 31856 31914 Montgomery was one of the first places to enact such a law , but many places , including New York City , now ban smoking in bars . While Montgomery was one of the first to enact such a law , it 's now relatively common - even New York City bans smoking in bars . -1 486095 486254 " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many wept tears of happiness at finally seeing and hearing their idol . " 30 years waiting for you , " read one banner hoisted over the crowd , as many concert-goers wept tears of happiness . -1 2175862 2175765 He also noted Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options valued at more than $ 50-million ( U.S. ) earlier this year . He also said that Tom Siebel had turned in 26 million stock options with a value of $ 54 million to $ 56 million earlier this year . -0 2784892 2784625 Catholic Church officials reported that two miners were killed and six other protesters injured 50 miles ( 110 km ) outside of La Paz . A Catholic priest said two miners were killed and nine other protesters injured 110 kilometres outside La Paz as a convoy of miners threw dynamite at soldiers manning a roadblock . -1 1892192 1892109 ATA shares were down $ 1.85 at $ 8.07 on the Nasdaq Stock Market in Tuesday afternoon trading . ATA shares closed down $ 1.66 , or 16.7 percent , at $ 8.26 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -0 1680556 1680381 There was no immediate response from North Korea or the United States . North Korea has demanded one-to-one talks with the United States . -1 3444074 3444041 But the new vaccine will not even begin to be tested in people until 2005 and will not be approved for use for several years after that . However , the new vaccine won 't begin to be tested in people until 2005 and won 't be approved for use for several years after that . -1 1596241 1596217 But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , poor vessel construction and lax enforcement of safety rules . But authorities have been unable to stop the tragedies , which they blame on overcrowding , rickety vessels and lax safety standards . -0 2677365 2677297 The euro < EUR = > was up 0.67 percent against the dollar at $ 1.1784 after rising to a three-month high earlier in the session above $ 1.18 . In early U.S. trading , the euro < EUR = > was down 0.6 percent to $ 1.1741 , after rising to a four-month high of $ 1.1860 . -1 1039562 1039677 Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone in federal court starting Monday . If accepted by the judge , Grass ' plea will leave Rite Aid 's former vice chairman and chief counsel , Franklin C. Brown , to stand trial alone next month . -0 113471 113543 He started in the 1983 Super Bowl , which Miami lost 27-17 to Washington . He played four seasons in Miami , including the Dolphins ' 27-17 loss to Washington in the Super Bowl . -1 987465 987205 However , George Heath , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said shortly after the attack that Akbar had " an attitude problem " . However , a Fort Campbell spokesman , said that Akbar had " an attitude problem . " -1 702543 702500 " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Mr. Heyer said . In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands . -1 1980565 1980620 The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4-GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11M , 22M , 33M , 44M and 55Mbit / sec . The new WPAN standard uses the 2.4 GHz unlicensed frequency band and specifies raw data rates of 11 , 22 , 33 , 44 and 55Mbit / s . -1 1147489 1147306 " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight over a Supreme Court appointment . " We believe that it is not necessary to have a divisive confirmation fight , " Daschle of South Dakota wrote the Republican president . -0 1303403 1303367 Nterprise Linux Services is expected to be available before then end of this year . Beta versions of Nterprise Linux Services are expected to be available on certain HP ProLiant servers in July . -1 1346614 1346703 With a wry smile , Mr. Bush replied , " You 're looking pretty young these days . " Bush shot back : " You 're looking pretty young these days . " -1 1852136 1852279 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI edged down 28.08 points , or 0.3 percent , at 9,256.49 . The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . -0 289121 289153 " This is extraordinarily fast , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . They are actually going to record sales for Velcade this year , " said Matt Geller , an analyst at CIBC World Markets . -0 3015067 3015139 Agnew said Pinellas began baiting when rabies cases " went from zero to 30 " in 1995 . Still , Pinellas rabies cases fell sharply to 17 in 1996 and 3 in 1997 , Agnew said . -1 1600904 1601015 And now it 's anything he wants to say , " Alesha Badgley , Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director , said this week . And now it 's anything he wants to say , " confirmed Stone County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center social director Alesha Badgley . -1 1650194 1650317 Bond also voiced his disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended this conference in Florida or last year 's in Texas . Bond voiced disappointment that neither President Bush nor his brother attended the 2002 conference in Texas or the 2003 meeting in Florida . -0 968428 968105 The 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > firmed 24 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.18 percent , after hitting another record low of 4.16 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR firmed 14 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.19 percent from 4.22 percent . -1 2430761 2430727 British-based GlaxoSmithKline Plc said earlier this year it would cut off supplies to Canadian drugstores that ship to the United States . GlaxoSmithKline , the UK drugmaker , has said it would cut off supplies to Canadian stores shipping drugs to the US . -1 1712258 1712278 Those in their twenties who ejaculated more than five times a week were one-third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life , they say . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . -0 2543134 2543228 But the prime minister told the BBC he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right . He said he wasn 't bothered by polls and that he would continue to do what he believed to be right , in both foreign and domestic policy . -1 749739 749633 We need to challenge old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual , " he wrote . " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " -1 1039560 1039675 The plea makes Grass the second high-ranking Rite Aid executive to strike a deal with federal prosecutors in the past two weeks . Grass is the second of the Rite Aid defendants to strike a deal with federal prosecutors this month . -1 422010 421935 Class-action suits expand exponentially the number of plaintiffs and damages in a lawsuit by allowing initial plaintiffs to plea on behalf of a far larger group with common interest . Class-action suits expand sharply the number of plaintiffs and damages in a suit by allowing initial plaintiffs to sue on behalf of a larger group with common interests . -0 747200 747455 The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . The Swedish central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points to 3.0 percent . -1 3083629 3083709 Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay companies like IBM to do all that than try to build their own . Powers said almost all supercomputer users would rather pay the $ 100,000 to $ 10 million for a supercomputer than try to build their own . -1 1503208 1503173 One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 . One of the Oregon species was acclimated to a temperature of 65 ( 18.33 Celsius ) , but survived until the aquarium temperature reached 87 ( 30.56 Celsius ) . -0 2600535 2600404 It was developed with consultation from more than 300 leaders in academia , industry , government and the public . The plan , called The NIH Roadmap , was developed over 14 months with help from more than 300 consultants in industry and academia . -0 1220096 1220233 The judge 's decision ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors during a standing-room only purchasing hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court . Jones ' decision Friday ended an 18-month process that included a frenzy of last-minute negotiations between bidders and creditors . -1 2222984 2223085 The value of the deal has increased since BP first announced it in February . The value of BP 's investment has risen since the deal was announced in February . -0 1591358 1591381 Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she has left on vacation with her family . Hoy confirmed the woman 's age Tuesday and said she was on vacation with her family , but is expected to return this week . -1 1414845 1415072 Chapman was not immediately arrested and is expected to appear for arraignment July 3 . Mr. Chapman , who hasn 't been arrested , is expected to appear for arraignment next Thursday , prosecutors said . -0 2067846 2068336 Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians who could vote on electronic touch-screen machines . Their worst-case scenario is the accidental deletion or malicious falsification of ballots from the 1.42 million Californians voting electronically - 9.3 percent of the state 's 15.3 million registered voters . -1 2576446 2576544 Tech stocks were hurt by a sour forecast from Sun Microsystems , which was viewed as a bad omen for the upcoming quarterly earnings season . A sour forecast from Sun Microsystems Inc . SUNW.O put more pressure on Wall Street before the quarterly earnings season . -0 481931 481974 " Let 's show we won 't let them off , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . " The movement to defend pensions is gaining momentum , and we won 't give up , " said Marc Blondel , leader of the Force Ouvriere union . -0 296513 296504 An artist who painted a fake " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " sign on a building near ground zero said Tuesday that he did not mean to offend anyone . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . -0 2527646 2527796 Utah 's median household income also took a hit , falling 1.8 percent , from $ 48,875 to $ 47,978 . Georgia 's median household income dropped about 0.9 percent to $ 43,096 -- a $ 408 dip . -1 1836650 1836640 Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development , " Frank Cheung , chairman of Culturecom , said in a statement . He added : " Culturecom is confident it will make a significant impact on market share with this new development . " -0 2947222 2947126 Larger rivals , including Tesco and Sainsbury ’ s , were excluded from the bid battle following a Competition Commission inquiry last month . A Competition Commission inquiry last month has already excluded larger rivals Tesco , Asda and J Sainsbury from the bid race . -1 670897 670580 The move to rein in losses at its four boutique outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . The move to rein in the losses of the four upmarket food outlets comes as the retailer seeks to cap the cost of doing business . -1 684499 684698 Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court had no jurisdiction over those crimes . Defence lawyers sought to have those charges thrown out , claiming the Bali court hearing Mr Samudra 's case did not have jurisdiction over those crimes . -1 1014730 1014699 Many compensation experts had predicted Carty would get a generous severance deal because his voluntary resignation helped keep the concessions deals in place . Many compensation experts had predicted that Carty would get a generous severance package because his voluntary resignation helped preserve the concessions , the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported . -0 969585 969381 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . -0 2465550 2465322 Nine traffic deaths were blamed on the storm in North Carolina , Virginia , Maryland , Pennsylvania and Washington . At least 36 deaths have been blamed on the storm , 20 of them in Virginia . -1 102054 101828 He faces 25 years in prison when he is sentenced in federal court July 7 . He faces an additional 25 years in prison on the federal charges when he is sentenced July 7 . -1 3399091 3399055 Also in Mosul , rebel gunmen on Friday assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . Near a mosque in the northern town of Mosul , rebel gunmen also assassinated a Sunni Muslim tribal leader who backed the coalition . -1 903478 903424 Mr. Manuel and his group entered the United States by walking across the bridge linking Matamoros and Brownsville . Manuel and his group entered the US the same way thousands of people do every day , by walking across the bridge between Matamoros and Brownsville . -1 62773 62675 Goldman is trying to sell the shares to institutional investors at $ US13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . Goldman offered the shares for sale to institutional investors at $ 13.15 each , said the traders , who received calls from the securities firm 's sales force . -1 3118767 3118719 Daughter Renee Jackson said she often made " huge pots of , like , beans and rice with , like , meat and casseroles " for the whole family . Their biological daughter Renee Jackson , 29 , said she made huge pots of beans and rice , and meat and casseroles . -1 1934584 1934599 Dotson , 21 , was arrested and charged on July 21 after reportedly telling authorities he shot Dennehy after Dennehy tried to shoot him . Dotson was arrested July 21 after telling FBI agents he shot Dennehy when Dennehy tried to shoot him , according to the arrest warrant affidavit . -0 849568 849504 The identical rovers will act as robotic geologists , searching for evidence of past water . The rovers act as robotic geologists , moving on six wheels . -1 2052090 2052224 Shellfire could be heard in the background as Ghafar spoke by satellite telephone . As he spoke by satellite phone , shellfire could be heard in the background . -1 1723511 1723320 " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " said Robert A. Eckert , chief executive . " As expected , second-quarter sales were weak driven by the combination of declining retail inventories and market-share losses , " Chief Executive Robert Eckert said in a statement . -1 749931 749592 He added International Business Machines Corp. ' s ( IBM ) endorsement of Linux has " added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " Complicating the situation , he continued , are companies , like IBM , whose support of Linux " has added credibility and an illusion of support and accountability . " -1 1380626 1381239 His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas dissented . -0 1154059 1154148 Davis , who appointed all of the PUC commissioners , called the proposed settlement ``too expensive for the ratepayers . " The proposed settlement is too expensive for the ratepayers , " the governor said in a statement . -1 610817 610914 The Iranian refugee who sewed up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at the handling of his asylum claim has won his fight to remain in Britain . An Iranian Kurd who stitched up his eyes , lips and ears in protest at being refused asylum has been granted refugee status . -1 1382183 1381827 Justice Anthony Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . -0 2143010 2143038 Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for allegedly drinking with two high school girls . Seven Air Force Academy cadets face punishment for drinking with two high school girls in the latest incident to embarrass the academy . -1 3355577 3355734 About 130,000 U.S. troops remain in Iraq , with others deployed in Afghanistan , South Korea and elsewhere . About 130,000 US soldiers remain in Iraq , with others serving in Afghanistan , South Korea , Japan , Germany and elsewhere . -0 379930 379912 Spot gold was fetching $ 365.25 / 366.25 an ounce at 0520 GMT , having galloped as high as $ 368.90 -- a level not seen since February 10 . Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 . -0 2332155 2332299 Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . It was centered about 100 miles southwest of Cedar Key and drifting erratically southward , forecasters said . -0 60128 60457 Branch was later fired by the company and eventually filed a wrongful-termination suit that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . The former employees filed wrongful-termination suits , dismissed in July 2002 , that included details about the documents , the Journal story said . -1 1966841 1966876 The stretch of Danube river passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . Rivers were also drying up - a stretch of Danube passing through the Balkans dropped so low that wrecks of World War II boats became visible . -1 809968 809904 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the case of a nine-year-old girl who turned up safe two days after being violently abducted from her home . Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . -0 1755939 1755914 Bush is spending the weekend at his Crawford ranch , where he will play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi . He is to play host to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Sunday and Monday . -1 1456822 1456536 Rep. Dennis Kucinich of Ohio is expected to raise more than $ 1 million . Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich passed $ 1 million last week and was still counting money . -1 55074 55220 But a state judge has ruled that the so-called " double jeopardy " protections do not apply in the case . A judge already has ruled that double-jeopardy protections don 't apply in the case . -1 401958 402185 After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges drew the speech to an early close . After protesters rushed the stage and twice cut power to the microphone , Hedges cut his speech short . -1 2362695 2362754 The worst-affected area was South Kyongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away . The worst affected area was South Kyeongsang province where at least 15 people drowned and roads were swept away in mud sides . -1 725607 725134 She said the president 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to their teenage daughter as well . Mrs Clinton writes her husband 's eyes filled with tears when she told him he would have to confess to Chelsea as well . -1 2009347 2009392 The Legislature returns today for a special session and they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . Florida legislators return today for a special session in which they 're expected to pass a compromise bill aimed at lowering doctors ' medical malpractice insurance rates . -1 95816 95866 Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence the sale of the state-controlled SME food company in 1985 . Mr Berlusconi is accused of bribing judges to influence a takeover battle in the 1980s involving SME , a state-owned food company . -1 3199352 3199388 The stock closed Friday at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17 percent , on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Brocade closed at $ 5.91 , down $ 1.24 , or 17.3 percent . -0 2620041 2620061 Shelia Chaney Wilson seemed agitated when she came to help prepare for Turner Monumental A.M.E. Church 's upcoming 104th anniversary celebration , worshippers said . Congregants of Turner Monumental AME Church said Shelia Chaney Wilson , 43 , was agitated when she came to the church , in the Kirkwood neighborhood on the city 's east side . -1 2063581 2063592 " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we 've violated our agreements in any way , " IBM spokesperson Trink Guarino told internetnews.com. " SCO has not shown us any evidence that we violated our agreements , " spokeswoman Trink Guarino said . -1 3321146 3321233 In March , Rowland 's former deputy chief of staff pleaded guilty to accepting gold and cash in return for steering state contracts . Lawrence E. Alibozek , his former deputy chief of staff , pleaded guilty to accepting cash and gold coins in exchange for influencing state contracts . -1 226237 225636 " It ' ' s absurd , " Funny Cide 's trainer Barclay Tagg said . Meanwhile , Funny Cide 's trainer , Barclay Tagg , called the allegations " ridiculous . " -0 1091577 1091178 Further out the curve , the benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR shed 25 / 32 in price , taking its yield to 3.26 percent from 3.17 percent . Early Wednesday , the benchmark 10-year US10YT = RR had lost 16 / 32 in price , driving its yield up to 3.33 percent from 3.26 percent late Tuesday . -1 2157605 2157574 " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " chief financial officer Jake Brace said in a statement . " United is continuing to deliver major cost reductions and is now coupling that effort with significant unit revenue improvement , " he said . -1 1856603 1856552 Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name . Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity . -1 219613 219578 SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used by themselves or as extensions to the ControlCenter family of storage management applications . SAN Architect and AutoAdvice can be used as stand-alone applications or as an extension to EMC 's ControlCenter applications . -1 2348550 2348631 Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped ; others took pictures of sensitive areas without being challenged . Teams of inspectors walked into a restricted area at one park without being stopped by employees ; others took pictures of security-sensitive areas without anyone challenging them . -1 1230680 1230521 When Biggs 's body was found , authorities had no leads until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . Authorities had no leads in Biggs ' death until four months later , when a tipster said Mallard talked about the incident at a party . -0 2729329 2729355 He is accused of obstructing justice , witness tampering and destroying evidence . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . -1 1967668 1967589 Mr. Stevens has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al Qaeda agents in Britain than previously thought . Sir John has also told his officers that information from British intelligence indicates there are more al-Qa 'eda agents in Britain than previously thought . -0 3078447 3078741 The victims included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi and one Sudanese , the ministry official said . State television said the dead included seven Lebanese , four Egyptians , one Saudi , one Sudanese and four whose nationalities were not named . -1 732043 732076 He said some issues _ such as division break-up _ really can only be resolved if and when the conference is expanded . He said some issues - including division alignments - will be resolved if the conference expands . -1 1094963 1094672 But in the first 30 seconds after Young entered the ring , the family knew it was an uneven match , Meyers said . But in the first 30 seconds of the bout , family members knew it was an uneven match , Jodie Meyers , Stacy Young 's sister , said . -1 3179481 3179500 " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . " This blackout was largely preventable , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a press conference this afternoon . -1 1724644 1724330 Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from Ford Credit , which earned a net $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent . Nearly all of Ford 's second-quarter profit came from its Ford Credit finance arm , which earned $ 401 million , up 21.5 percent from a year earlier . -1 1702613 1702219 The suit is to be filed against Secretary of State Kevin Shelley and election officials in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . -0 806865 806436 Marissa Jaret Winokur , as Tracy , won for best actress in a musical . Newcomer Marissa Jaret Winokur in " Hairspray " bested Broadway veteran Bernadette Peters in " Gypsy " for best actress in a musical . -1 3113886 3113811 But while Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the EU 's investigation started five years ago , the firm has denied anti-competitive practices are to blame . Microsoft 's share of the low-end server software market has increased since the probe started five years ago , but the firm denied anti-competitive practices were the reason for this . -1 1136875 1136834 No country seems likely to oppose proposals for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . No country now opposes plans for a long-term European Council president , replacing the current rotating presidency , as well as an EU foreign minister . -1 2197806 2197840 Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . Early voting polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept . 8 and Sept . 9 . -1 2760326 2760346 Third-quarter revenue declined to $ 36.9 billion from $ 39.3 billion , primarily reflecting lower vehicle sales . Revenue fell to $ 36.9bn from $ 39.3bn a year ago , mainly due to lower vehicle sales . -1 380372 380360 Gartner analysts said that businesses are not yet feeling confident enough to upgrade corporate PCs . What 's more , companies are not feeling confident enough to replace older PCs , the analyst firm said . -0 802081 802256 Cubs outfielder Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat . Sammy Sosa was suspended for eight games by major league baseball Friday for using a corked bat , and he immediately appealed the decision . -0 3434765 3435024 For proof , look no further than this week 's Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . The company is expected to unveil the console on Thursday at the Consumer Electronics Show ( CES ) in Las Vegas . -1 2766043 2766012 Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , are among this year 's nominees . Shirley Hazzard and Edward P. Jones , both of whom needed more than a decade to complete their current novels , were also among the fiction finalists announced Wednesday . -0 334677 334628 U.S. troops encountered no resistance during the five-hour sweep near Tikrit , Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the center of a region of Baath Party supporters . Tikrit is Saddam Hussein 's hometown and the region around it is known as a hotbed of Baath Party supporters and former high-ranking Iraqi military officials . -1 1730685 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned June 25 in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . -0 1705190 1705093 It also named Robert Willumstad chief operating officer , also to take effect by Jan. 1 , 2004 . Robert B. Willumstad , 57 , Citigroup 's president , was named chief operating officer . -0 259989 260054 " These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate , " Bush said , adding that the United States will find the killers . These despicable acts were committed by killers whose only faith is hate and the United States will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice . -1 306378 306402 A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities detonated the explosives later . A second bomb , evidently carried by the other woman , did not explode ; the authorities found explosives and detonated them afterward . -1 296493 296504 AN artist has infuriated New Yorkers by painting a sign reading " CAUTION Low Flying Planes " on a building near Ground Zero . An artist painted a sign reading ``CAUTION Low Flying Planes ' ' on a building near ground zero , angering neighbors and stirring complaints . -1 1554312 1554346 " During the investigation , Bryant was cooperative with investigators and remains cooperative with authorities , " the sheriff 's office said . Bryant was " interviewed and was cooperative , " said Kim Andree , a spokeswoman for the sheriff 's office . -0 787052 786685 Seniors would then have to pay 50 percent of their drug costs up to $ 3,450 . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . -0 2222062 2222145 The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's factory index increased to 58.9 from 55.9 in July . The National Association of Purchasing Management-Chicago 's monthly index rose to 58.9 from 55.9 in July , the highest in 15 months . -1 2338981 2338970 Adrian Lamo , 22 , had told reporters he planned to surrender to the FBI in Sacramento Friday , but he then had second thoughts . Lamo had told reporters he would surrender to the FBI on the federal courthouse steps in Sacramento on Friday , but he didn 't show up . -1 2584239 2584390 " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , " Bush said in prepared remarks , " the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . While he said " many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions . -1 1254066 1254350 General Jeffrey said he would donate his military pension to charity for the period he was in office at Yarralumla . Maj-Gen Jeffery said he would give his military pension to charity while he served at Yarralumla . -1 1024275 1024003 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , to 1,666.58 , based on the latest data , and marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 40.09 points , or 2.46 percent , at 1,666.58 , marking its highest close since May 23 , 2002 . -1 2729306 2729355 Quattrone 's action , prosecutors argue , amounted to criminal obstruction of justice . Quattrone , 47 , is charged with obstruction of justice and witness tampering . -1 3328917 3328912 SEA 05D is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for surface ship design and engineering . The Future Concepts and Surface Ship Design Group is the Naval Sea Systems Command ’ s technical authority for all surface ship design and engineering . -0 2630577 2630578 Results from No. 2 U.S. soft drink maker PepsiCo Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) were likely to be in the spotlight . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . -1 1469314 1469250 About $ 250,000 worth of her jewelry was discovered last week at Kennedy International Airport , where it had up and disappeared before a flight to the BET Awards . An estimated $ 250,000 worth of jewelry belonging to the hip-hop performer was recovered Friday at Kennedy Airport , where it had disappeared June 20 . -1 2780653 2780636 The diocese reached a settlement in 2001 involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs for an undisclosed sum . In 2001 , the diocese reached a $ 15 million settlement involving five priests and 26 plaintiffs . -1 1478919 1478601 The U.S. government and private technology experts warned Wednesday that hackers plan to attack thousands of Web sites Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . THE US government and private technology experts have warned that hackers plan to attack thousands of websites on Sunday in a loosely co-ordinated " contest " that could disrupt Internet traffic . -1 1865543 1865594 But Mr Kenny said his advice to Mr Hicks - if they are ever allowed to meet or speak - may well be that he accept a deal . But Mr Kenny said his advice to David Hicks , should they be allowed to meet , might be that he accept a deal . -1 1865547 1865598 Mr Kenny and the Hicks family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , are trying to get access to Mr Hicks before he faces a planned military tribunal . Mr Kenny and the family 's American lawyer , Michael Ratner , want access to Hicks before he faces a military tribunal . -1 603351 603372 The two forms account for about 30 percent of the approximately 7 million immigration benefits applications received annually , immigration officials said . The two forms constitute 30 percent of the 7 million applications filed to the bureau each year . -0 2227183 2227229 The unions also staged a five-day strike in March that forced all but one of Yale 's dining halls to close . The unions also staged a five-day strike in March ; strikes have preceded eight of the last 10 contracts . -0 3391270 3391280 FBI spokesman Steve Lazarus did not immediately return a phone call for comment on Friday . Adaptable and Carter 's Trading Co. did not immediately return calls seeking comment on Wednesday . -1 2056776 2056768 Wyles previous feature credits include White Oleander , Enough and Donnie Darko . Wyle 's feature credits also include " White Oleander , " " Enough " and " Donnie Darko . " -1 61559 61668 Treasurys long-range plan is to provide retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability to manage their holdings online in a single account . The Treasury said wants to give retail buyers of all Treasury securities the ability eventually to manage holdings online in a single account . -1 2516703 2516763 White House officials say Iran has one last chance to comply with IAEA inspection demands . A White House spokesman added that Iran had " one last chance " to comply with its disarmament obligations . -1 1802891 1803095 After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as his spiritual adviser spoke to him . After he was led into the execution chamber and strapped to a gurney , Swisher raised his head and appeared to smile as the prison chaplain spoke in his ear . -1 121430 121263 Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as immigration officials attempt to determine his status , the Coast Guard said . Parrado remained on a Coast Guard cutter Wednesday as officials determined his status and immediate future , the Coast Guard said . -1 3223214 3223150 A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate . A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had a grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter . -1 358224 358241 Roxio , which is based in Santa Clara , Calif . , would get access to the music libraries of the major labels and the Pressplay distribution system . Roxio , would get access to more than 300,000 tracks from the music libraries of the major labels , and the Pressplay distribution system . -0 21722 21695 Boeing shares fell nearly 4 percent to $ 27.54 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trade , while Lockheed slipped 1.6 percent to $ 49.42 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -0 938879 938895 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > was up 7.42 points , or 0.45 percent , at 1,653.44 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was 0.46 points lower , or 0.05 percent , at 997.02 . -0 305494 305455 Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province in recent weeks from 38,000 to more than 45,000 . While the shape of any military operation is unclear , Jakarta has boosted the number of troops and police in the resource-rich province to more than 45,000 from 38,000 . -1 2605599 2605635 Five alternate jurors were also chosen , with a final one set to be selected Friday morning from the panel . Five alternate jurors also were selected , with a sixth alternate to be picked on Friday . -1 2509742 2509721 In interviews with engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers are evident . In interviews with numerous engineers , most of whom have not spoken publicly until now , the lines of discord between NASA 's engineers and managers stand out in stark relief . -1 1601705 1601584 A suburban Chicago man was arrested Wednesday on charges of secretly gathering information on Iraqi opposition figures as an unregistered agent of Saddam Hussein 's intelligence service . The FBI arrested a suburban Chicago man Wednesday and charged him with secretly collecting information on individuals in the United States who opposed Saddam Hussein 's Iraqi government . -1 1245559 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . -0 3053015 3053033 The contractors convicted last month , Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , are to be sentenced in January . Contractors Brian Rose , 36 , and Joseph Quattrone , 35 , who were convicted of submitting hundreds of phony invoices to Blue Cross , are to be sentenced in January . -1 2409131 2408921 " The board did so and accepted that resignation , " said McCall , who chaired the meeting . " The board did so , and accepted that resignation , " said the chairman of the exchange 's compensation committee , H. Carl McCall . -1 3153787 3153820 " He died doing something he loved , " William Dusenbery , Sr. , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . " He died doing something he loved , which was flying his helicopters , " said the father , who lives in Fairview Heights , just outside St. Louis , Mo . -1 3171851 3171879 The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in- chief for breast cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center . The answer is clearly yes , " said Dr. Larry Norton , deputy physician-in-chief for breast-cancer programs at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City . -1 532719 532702 Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential at Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . Quattrone , 47 , was highly influential working in the Palo Alto office of Credit Suisse First Boston during the tech bubble . -1 1015165 1015247 This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus , the parent of Bergdorf Goodman ; and Nordstrom strong sales gains in May . This change in attitude gave upscale purveyors including Neiman Marcus Group Inc. and Nordstrom Inc . , along with some boutique retailers , strong sales gains in May . -1 2457679 2457752 President Vlad imir Putin threw his weight behind Russia ’ s main pro-Kremlin political party for the first time last week , ahead of parliamentary elections . President Vladimir Putin threw his weight for the first time on Saturday behind Russia 's main pro-Kremlin political party ahead of parliamentary elections . -1 1369742 1369888 Officials in Malawi said the five suspects had been on the CIA 's " watch list " since the twin 1998 truck bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . Officials in Malawi said the men were on the CIA 's ' ' watch list ' ' since the twin 1998 bombings at the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania . -1 476713 476614 Passengers would be given a refund and voucher for another trip , she said . Passengers on that cruise are to be given a refund and voucher for another trip . -0 2158 1971 A monthlong grace period in New York City ended May 1 , and now bars and restaurants that allow people to puff can face hefty fines . In New York City , bars and restaurants that allow people to smoke can face hefty fines . -0 1708655 1708561 First , it 's found in most versions of Windows , including the new Windows Server 2003 . It is the first " critical " flaw discovered and fixed in the new Windows Server 2003 . -1 1544408 1544376 No Americans were reported among the casualties , according to Capt. Michael Calvert , a spokesman for the regiment . None of the casualties was Americans , said Capt. Michael Calvert , regiment spokesman . -1 2147547 2147515 Suspected rebels also blew up an oil pipeline in north-east Colombia . Also Sunday , suspected rebels dynamited an oil pipeline in northeast Colombia . -1 2528 2912 The capsule landed on its side and drifted about 12 metres , probably dragged by the main parachute . The capsule ended up on its side and appeared to have been dragged about 40ft by the main parachute after landing . -1 2003451 2003409 Frank Partnoy , a securities law professor at the University of San Diego , said the case suggested that Merrill 's oversight and control of its executives were inadequate . Frank Partnoy , a securities-law professor at the University of San Diego School of Law , said the case suggests Merrill Lynch 's oversight and control of its executives was inadequate . -0 2653949 2653997 The parents want her kept alive ; her husband says she never wanted to be kept alive artificially . Michael Schiavo has argued that his wife never wanted to be kept alive artificially . -1 2361754 2361818 While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects drove off before taking anything . While robbery appeared to be the motive , the suspects fled before they could take anything , he said . -0 2506940 2506972 However , Hayes , the CDC official , said there are many complicated interactions in play . But Hayes , of the CDC said , " Many complicated interactions come into play that are often difficult to predict . " -0 2190085 2190104 Microsoft , which acquired Virtual PC from Connectix in February , said a fix for the problem is not around the corner . Virtual PC , which Microsoft acquired from Connectix Corp. in February , will not run on the G5 , the company said . -1 3453064 3453247 Mr. Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . -0 894009 893837 ISC and NASCAR officials declined to comment . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . -1 894151 893944 A tradition of Labor Day racing was established long ago in the Inland Empire . There is a tradition of Labor Day racing in the Inland Valley . -0 2861344 2861246 In his female disguise , the real estate heir used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend . In his female disguise , he used the name Dorothy Ciner , a childhood friend , and rented an apartment in Galveston . -0 1742145 1742270 Its shares fell 71 cents , or 3.5 percent , in after-hours trading to $ 19.55 . The stock had risen 63 cents , or 3 percent , to close at $ 20.26 in regular-session Nasdaq trading . -0 1802897 1802788 Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . -1 2758339 2758298 " We have an incredible amount of work to do , but it 's not in [ designing new ] instruction set architectures . " We 've got an incredible amount of work to do , but it ain 't in the instruction set , " he said . -1 2861238 2861348 Defense attorneys said Durst accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after the elderly man illegally entered his apartment . Durst 's attorneys contend their client accidentally shot Black in the face as they struggled for a gun after Black illegally entered his apartment . -0 1868298 1868428 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index rose 4.64 points , or 0.27 percent , to 1,735.34 , according to the latest available data . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 17.08 points , or 1.74 percent , to 998.68 . -1 2905139 2904947 Fanned by the hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity , major fires were raging in at least 10 places , having already burned nearly 80 937 hectares . Those hot , dry Santa Ana winds and minimal humidity created optimal conditions for raging fires in at least 10 places that have already burned nearly 200,000 acres . -1 2613357 2613445 The condition is associated with heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness , and amputations . Those with diabetes run the risk of severe complications , including heart disease , chronic kidney disease , blindness and amputations . -1 3271341 3271457 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Powell said . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . -1 264284 264662 Since March 11 , when the market 's major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the Nasdaq has barreled back 21.2 percent . Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent . -1 3313731 3313577 In September , a 27-year-old Singapore researcher contracted SARS while working in a laboratory . In a case in August , a 27-year-old laboratory worker in Singapore developed SARS . -1 962010 962035 He characterized the hostile bid as " atrociously bad behavior from a company with a history of atrociously bad behavior . " Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " -1 425188 425211 In March 2002 , 63 percent of home broadband users connected via cable modem ; 34 percent used a DSL service . In the earlier survey , 63 percent of home broadband users had cable modems , compared with 34 percent who connected with DSL technology . -1 35944 36187 Eustachy acknowledged at a news conference Wednesday that he was an alcoholic and was seeking treatment . Eustachy disclosed this week that he is an alcoholic and is seeking treatment . -1 1819445 1819733 Seven of the nine Democratic presidential candidates were also scheduled to address the forum . Seven of nine Democratic candidates for president also said they would participate in the conference Monday . -0 205044 205100 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote , while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got 4 percent . A pro-independence radical , Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . -1 1748966 1748905 Moffitt said the results need to be replicated in another study before testing of individuals for presence of the long or short versions of the gene will be pursued . Professor Moffitt said the results needed to be replicated before pursuing testing of individuals for the presence of the long or short versions of the gene . -0 202023 202003 The first trial of a suspect in last year 's Bali nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people opened in Indonesia today , Sky News reported . One of the key suspects in the October nightclub bombings that killed more than 200 people in Bali went on trial Monday amid tight security . -0 2221631 2221643 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI was down 63.09 points , or 0.68 percent , at 9,270.70 . In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.98 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,346.77 . -1 2302763 2302806 If convicted , Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison based on new laws in Romania designed to prosecute cybercrime , Softwin said . Ciobanu could face up to 15 years in prison under a new law in Romania , according to BitDefender 's Web site . -0 2582380 2582198 Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson said the company is continuing to work with authorities . Shaklee spokeswoman Jenifer Thompson referred all calls to the FBI . -1 3104302 3104259 At the Pentagon , the Department of Defense 's Inspector General has separately been asked to investigate how the telecom licences were awarded . But a source close to the Pentagon said the Defense Department 's own inspector-general had been asked to investigate how the licences were awarded . -1 1738301 1738620 Police believe someone strangled her and she may have been sexually assaulted . Park appeared to have been strangled and may have been sexually assaulted , Homicide Capt. Charles Bloom said . -1 3253747 3253789 On Monday , it also announced the resignation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit . The move came just hours after the company 's Chief Executive Officer Phil Condit resigned . -0 2469445 2469648 " Accordingly , there needs to be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism . " There must be more on the horizon than simply winning a war against terrorism , " namely , a " promise of a better and fairer world . " -1 1081760 1081734 The hot technologies -- networking , storage and wireless products -- will be front and center this week . Storage , networking and wireless products will be prevalent at the show . -1 248301 248261 PG & E Corp. shares were up 39 cents or 2.6 percent at $ 15.59 on the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday . PG & E 's shares gained 24 cents to $ 15.44 during Tuesday 's trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2254357 2254321 At 5 p.m. EDT , the center of Hurricane Fabian was located near latitude 15.7 north , longitude 45.2 west or about 1,075 miles east of the Lesser Antilles . At 5 p.m. EDT , Grace 's center was near latitude 25.6 north , longitude 93.7 west or about 280 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi . -1 1548367 1547965 But when no justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was seen as making those efforts moot . But when neither Justice O 'Connor nor any other justice announced a retirement when the court 's term ended in June , it was widely seen as making those campaigns moot . -1 682443 682404 Neither military action nor large-scale bribery can solve the North Korean problem , Wolfowitz said . Indeed , Wolfowitz admitted Saturday that neither military action nor " large scale bribery " would solve the issue . -0 2690077 2690016 Californias rate was 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August and also down from the 6.7 percent posted in September 2002 . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . -1 1090329 1090624 In a statement later , he said it appeared his side had fallen a bit short . Zilkha conceded in a statement issued Tuesday that his group may have fallen " a bit short . " -0 1263331 1263691 The movie opens this weekend and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . The movie opened over the weekend in the number one spot and the companion game has been on sale since late last month . -0 3130888 3130842 A spokesman for the U.S. Attorney 's Office was not available for comment . A spokesman for the United States Attorney 's office in Manhattan had no comment . -1 3020597 3020740 Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania . Ernest Bucklew was headed home for his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania . -1 798489 798424 Shares of Bristol-Myers rose to $ 28 in electronic trading from the $ 26.90 close on the New York Stock Exchange . Bristol shares rose $ 1.30 , or 5 percent , to $ 28.20 , after closing at $ 26.90 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 3296376 3296429 The Foreign Office says that Heaton is in detention but has not yet been charged with any offence . The Foreign Office said Heaton was in Saudi detention but had not been charged , and that consul officials had visited him on Thursday . -0 2786920 2786884 The nine states are Alaska , Arizona , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . So far , eight states have laws legalizing marijuana for patients with physician recommendations : Alaska , California , Colorado , Hawaii , Maine , Nevada , Oregon and Washington . -0 3378968 3378898 " We do not use service members as guinea pigs , " William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs , told a Pentagon briefing . " We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs . -1 2413558 2413644 Since June of last year the Red Cross has spent $ 114 million on disasters , but taken in only $ 40 million in donations . Between July 1 , 2002 and June 30 , 2003 , the Red Cross spent $ 114 million on disaster relief , while taking in only $ 39.5 million . -1 3182444 3182413 The United States and Britain are seeking backing at the United Nations for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . At the United Nations , the United States and Britain are seeking backing for their agenda to hand over power to Iraqis . -1 1694566 1694515 The US version will cost $ 99 for an individual licence , the same as the existing version . Contribute 2 costs 69 for an individual license , the same as the existing version . -1 1396791 1396813 The format must be an open standard that has been formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms . The format must be formally ratified by an internationally recognized standards organization , and IP must be licensed under reasonable , non-discriminatory terms , they added . -1 2513568 2513541 In Damascus , Syrian Information Minister Ahmad al-Hassan called the charges " baseless and illogical " . In Damascus , the Syrian Information Minister , Ahmed al-Hassan , dismissed the claim . -0 1096756 1096779 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index edged up 1.01 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,012.67 . But the technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.91 points , or 0.35 percent , at 1,674.35 . -0 1140010 1139774 She said the store ordered 520 copies and reserved another 300 . In one Johannesburg store , 900 copies have been ordered . -1 2055389 2055336 Water samples are being tested in a state lab to determine what caused the reaction . Water samples are being sent to the state health department for analysis . -0 2243130 2243048 The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI rose 41.61 points , or 0.44 percent , to 9,415.82 . The Dow Jones rose 41.61 points Friday , a gain of 0.4 % for the day and 0.7 % for the week . -1 2244016 2243958 " Any decision on Charleroi will have huge implications for regional airports in France , " he said . " A bad decision on Charleroi would have huge implications for state-owned regional airports in France . -0 3171616 3171578 " This is very serious , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . -1 2759796 2759805 On the upside , Coca-Cola Co . ( nyse : KO - news - people ) reported higher profit for the quarter early on Thursday , helped by European demand . Coca-Cola Co . ( KO ) reported higher profit for the quarter , helped by European demand , early on Thursday . -0 1737212 1737529 Shelley 's office reported Friday that 575,926 signatures have been reported to him . Shelley 's office released signature counts late Friday and said counties had reported counting 575,926 signatures so far . -0 1896014 1896214 Arguing that the case was an isolated example , Canada has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . Canada which is a major meat exporter to Japan , has threatened a trade backlash if Tokyo 's ban is not justified on scientific grounds . -1 2541916 2542007 The shooting happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home the extended family shared on the city 's westside . The shootings happened at 5 : 30 a.m. in the living room of the home that the extended family shared on Gary 's west side . -1 2142072 2142145 His spokesman , Tom Parker , said Moore 's attorneys would respond to the complaint Monday . Parker said Moore 's lawyers were reviewing the complaint and would respond Monday . -1 2815613 2815697 They made a similar discovery in Houston on another aircraft , Dallas-based Southwest said in a statement . The airline said a similar discovery was made on the plane in Houston . -0 1396772 1396869 The group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . -1 3317938 3317904 " The sentence reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts views these crimes , " Spitzer said in a statement . Mr. Spitzer said in a statement that the sentence " reflects the seriousness with which our office and the courts view these crimes . " -1 1475739 1475789 Bush said resistance forces hostile to the U.S. presence " feel like ... the conditions are such that they can attack us there . There are some who feel like the conditions are such that they can attack us there . -1 1805615 1805417 Wall Street regained a positive track yesterday after two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were killed in a firefight in Iraq . WALL St regained a positive track today following news that two of Saddam Hussein 's sons were among four Iraqis killed in a US raid in northern Iraq . -1 775031 775074 A prosecutor said investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death arrived . Investigators were searching his home in Muenster in the presence of his wife when news of his death came , prosecutor Wolfgang Schweer said . -1 2616455 2616441 Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the recent announcement that Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive , would soon retire . Such a move has been widely predicted by industry observers and follows the departure of Christopher Galvin , the company 's chairman and chief executive . -1 562791 563043 The United States and Russia have spent billions since the 1960s on a handful of space craft designed to land on Mars . The United States and Russia spent billions on a dozen or so robotic craft meant to land on Mars and radio back their findings . -1 617943 618357 Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided much-needed insight in the opening round of the Memorial Tournament in Dublin , Ohio . Charles Howell III picked up some local knowledge a year ago that provided some much needed insight in Thursday 's opening round of the Memorial Tournament . -1 2560834 2560777 Avalon means the next Windows OS will support new styles of user interfaces and elements . Thanks to Avalon , Longhorn will support new styles of user interfaces and user interface elements . -1 2315356 2315463 The three priests were careful to go through church channels first as they exercised their rights under canon law . The priests went through church channels first , exercising their rights under canon law . -1 1550874 1550974 There were no plans to build permanent US bases in Africa , Pentagon officials said . There are no plans to build permanent U.S. bases in Africa , Defense Department officials say . -1 1075243 1075339 Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and attorney who originally represented McCorvey , could not be reached for comment . Sarah Weddington , the abortion advocate and lawyer who originally represented McCorvey , did not immediately return a call seeking comment . -1 1568540 1568627 Monday , the CIA said analysts concluded that Saddam is likely the speaker on the tape . The CIA on Monday said voice and sound analysts concluded that Saddam is probably the speaker on the tape . -1 667354 667115 The report by the Justice Department 's inspector general found " significant problems " in the government 's handling of foreigners who were jailed under blanket edicts adopted by the department after the attacks . The Justice Department 's Office of the Inspector General described " significant problems " in the Bush administration 's actions toward the 762 foreigners held on immigration violations after the attacks . -1 41117 41031 Under the agreement , LendingTree shareholders would receive 0.6199 of a USAi share for each share in LendingTree . Under the proposed stock for stock transaction , LendingTree shareholders will get 0.6199 shares of USAI common stock for each share of LendingTree common stock . -1 1629264 1629180 Prince William County prosecutors told a judge yesterday they now want the trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad moved out of the area . Prosecutors reversed course Friday and said they support moving the murder trial of sniper suspect John Allen Muhammad out of the Washington suburbs . -1 633371 633452 Greenspan is head of the U.S. central bank , which sets U.S. interest rates . Greenspan 's Federal Reserve , the U.S. central bank , decides interest rates in the world 's largest economy . -0 2690016 2690096 The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August . -1 402118 402005 Others rushed up the aisle to vocally protest the remarks , and one student tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . A few tried to rush the podium , and at least one graduate tossed his cap and gown to the stage before leaving . -0 1729854 1729826 AMD 's chip sales jumped 7 percent year-on-year to $ 402 million . Second-quarter sales grew 7 percent , to $ 645 million from $ 600 million in 2002 . -1 2320029 2320049 Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers to end that program , which also dated from the Depression . Last year , Congress passed similar , though less expensive , buyout legislation for peanut farmers , ending that Depression-era program . -0 516184 515989 Responding , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said later : " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . " -1 507548 507739 " Indeed , Iran should be put on notice that efforts to try to remake Iraq in their image will be aggressively put down , " he said . " Iran should be on notice that attempts to remake Iraq in Iran 's image will be aggressively put down , " he said . -1 741059 741125 It is important for a process to be put into place , he said , that would permit a smooth transition from war to peace . He added : " Let the process be put in place that will ensure a smooth transition from war to peace . -0 2668628 2668543 The American conservatives are clearly in the minority within the Episcopal Church . The letter indicates the Vatican 's interest in bolstering conservatives within the Episcopal Church . -1 2546178 2546202 " If I was diagnosed today with CJD , I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible . He added that if he were diagnosed with vCJD " I would ensure I received this treatment as soon as humanly possible " . -0 2908282 2908123 It has a margin of error of plus or minus 4 percentage points . That poll had 712 likely voters and sampling error of plus or minus 3.7 percentage points . -0 44118 44096 Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the US military . Representatives of its tribal and ethnic groups named a cross-section of residents yesterday to run municipal affairs alongside the U.S. military until elections can be held . -1 2696432 2696850 I think there 's a little hope invested in McNabb and he got a lot of credit for the performance of his team that he really didn 't deserve . There is a little hope invested in McNabb , and he got a lot of credit for the performance of this team that he didn 't deserve . " -1 2949356 2949316 A COUPLE have been arrested for starving their four sons while letting their daughters feast in front of them . A couple starved their four adopted sons for years while allowing their daughters to feast on takeaways , police and neighbours said today . -0 440225 440402 Local police authorities are treating the explosion as a criminal matter and nothing has been ruled out . Acting New Haven Police Chief Francisco Ortiz said police were treating the explosion as a criminal matter . -1 2110348 2110356 The ELF has claimed responsibility for a slew of arson attacks against commercial entities that members say threaten or damage the environment . The underground group has claimed responsibility for a series of arsons against commercial entities that members say damage the environment . -1 2942193 2942084 Claudia Gonzles Herrera , an assistant attorney general in charge of the case , said the arrests show that Guatemala " takes the defense of its ancient Maya heritage seriously . " Claudia Gonzales Herrera , an assistant attorney-general in charge of the case , said the arrests showed that Guatemala took the defence of its Mayan heritage seriously . -0 101739 101766 Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court this morning on charges of first-degree manslaughter and second-degree sexual assault . Saul Dos Reis is scheduled to be sentenced in Danbury Superior Court for the death of Christina Long . -1 1120681 1120716 Gordon stressed that his bill " is a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " But Gordon emphasized that the legislation he introduced last week is " a lesson-learned bill and not a reflection on Admiral ( Harold ) Gehman 's handling of the Columbia investigation . " -0 1528030 1528275 Shiite Muslims account for about a third of Quetta 's of 1.2 million people . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . -0 1290542 1290504 About 24 percent of men who took placebo , or 1,147 men , developed prostate cancer . The researchers found that 18 percent of the men who took finasteride , or 803 men , developed prostate cancer . -0 992998 992963 Friends said Frank Riva worked in construction in Manhattan and recently helped his son get into the construction workers union . Riva had recently helped his son , Frank Riva Jr . , get into a construction workers ' union and land a job . -0 124994 125207 A panel of the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's assault weapons ban in a 2-1 ruling last December . The December decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California 's law banning certain assault weapons and revived the national gun-ownership debate . -0 1994696 1994952 Cardenas and Estrada , who is on trial for economic plunder , have denied any involvement . Mr Estrada , who is in prison , has denied any involvement in the mutiny . -1 1596215 1596239 The number of passengers aboard was not known and may never be , since ferry operators rarely keep full passenger lists . The exact number of passengers on the ferry was not known and may never be determined because ferry operators typically do not keep accurate passenger manifests . -1 1404484 1404314 More than 6 percent of men on the drug developed high-grade tumors compared with 5.1 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . -0 2839411 2839475 The MPx200 , which will sell for $ 299.99 , is now available through AT & T Wireless ' mMode service . The phone is available for $ 299.99 with any compatible AT & T Wireless service plan . -1 821520 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation ’ s critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . -1 1538790 1538868 Sales of downloaded singles and albums will be included in Billboard 's charts for those configurations . Digital download sales of recorded albums and singles will be included in the album and singles sales charts , respectively . -1 621407 621315 The findings were reported online in the June 1 edition of scientific journal Nature Medicine . The findings are published in today 's edition of the journal Nature Medicine . -1 2748306 2748295 Kerry last month outlined a U.N. resolution authorizing a military force under U.S. command and transferring responsibility to the United Nations for the political and humanitarian efforts . Kerry outlined last month a UN resolution authorizing a military force under US command and transferring responsibility for political and humanitarian efforts to the UN . -1 3106657 3106635 Downer originally said the 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived in a boat off Melville Island last week . Foreign Minister Alexander Downer yesterday claimed the group of 14 Kurds had not asked to be considered as refugees when they arrived off Melville Island last week . -0 1701370 1701277 The government identified the alleged hijackers as Francisco Lamas Carón , 29 , Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 , and Yosvani Martínez Acosta , 27 . The ministry said the hijackers Francisco Lamas Caron , 29 ; Luis Alberto Suarez Acosta , 22 ; and Yosvani Martinez Acosta , 27 , shot themselves for unknown reasons . -1 1349416 1349690 " The court expects that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary , " O 'Connor wrote . O 'Connor wrote , " We expect that 25 years from now , the use of racial preferences will no longer be necessary . " -1 2479147 2479132 The FTC also said AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely rebates to consumers . In a separate complaint , the FTC alleged that AOL and CompuServe failed to deliver timely $ 400 rebates to consumers . -1 1467347 1467378 CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum . IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the CELF , according to various members of CELF . -1 302689 302468 The news came as authorities in Taiwan quarantined hundreds at two major hospitals amid fears of a widespread epidemic of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome on the self-governing island . The threat came as Taiwanese authorities quarantined hundreds at two hospitals amid fears of an epidemic of severe acute respiratory syndrome . -0 3164525 3164660 " I do not wish to be present during this witness , " he told Stanislaus County Superior Court Judge Al Girolami . " Yes , I do not wish to be present during this witness , " Peterson , 31 , calmly told the judge as he was returned to his cell . -0 1467588 1467641 The Satellite 's 17-inch panel offers a maximum resolution of 1,440 by 900 pixels , Toshiba said . The new P25-S507 sports a 17-inch display with a resolution of 1,440 pixels by 900 pixels the same as Apples PowerBook . -0 2228733 2228854 The average American makes four trips a day , 45 percent for shopping or errands . Nearly half - 45 percent - are for shopping or running errands . -1 2221657 2221678 In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.5 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 gained 0.3 percent and Germany 's DAX index advanced 1.2 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent . -0 344782 345304 The key vote Thursday came on the dividend tax provision offered by Sen. Don Nickles , R-Oklahoma . The key vote Thursday was on a provision that temporarily eliminates the dividend tax . -1 3119461 3119491 " We did not want to shut down , " Lawrence Diamond , the CFO , said as O 'Donnell lawyer Matthew Fishbein questioned him . " We did not want to shut down , " Diamond testified under questioning by Matthew Fishbein , one of O 'Donnell 's lawyers . -1 1264552 1264471 OpForce 3.0 supports Solaris , IBM AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows . The OpForce product currently works with Solaris , AIX , Red Hat Linux and Windows servers . -1 1396868 1396786 As such , consumers want to easily enjoy this content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home , said the group . The companies say their consumers want to enjoy their content , regardless of the source , across different devices and locations in the home . -0 2542022 2541932 Because of that , the family had kept him from the home over the objections of the grandmother , police said . Because of that , the family had run him out of the house over the objections of the grandmother and he was living on the street . -1 2754803 2754782 Fifty-seven senators , including 24 Republicans , have signed the letter . Of those who signed the letter , 57 are senators , including 24 Republicans . -1 3113884 3113810 One of the Commission 's publicly stated goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can work with desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's . The Commission has publicly said one of its goals is to ensure other producers ' server software can connect to desktop computers running Windows as easily as Microsoft 's can . -1 2461128 2461192 " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts 's request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims , " Microsoft spokeswoman Stacy Drake said . " We respectfully disagreed with Massachusetts ' request for fees on the basis that they did not prevail on the vast majority of their original claims . " -1 3290113 3290192 But he added : " You can 't win elections by looking in the rearview mirror . " " You can 't win elections by looking through the rear view mirror , " he said . -1 1345526 1345340 Recent U.S. appeals court rulings have required Internet providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . The new campaign comes just weeks after U.S. appeals court rulings requiring Internet service providers to identify subscribers suspected of illegally sharing music and movie files . -0 1799475 1799424 She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . And she has a boyfriend , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family today . -1 2426922 2427014 Federal offices were to remain closed for a second day overnight ( Friday US time ) . The Government shut down in Washington , and federal offices were to remain closed yesterday . -1 71782 72136 Missouri Gov. Bob Holden asked the White House to declare a federal disaster in 39 counties . Gov. Bob Holden asked Bush to declare 39 Missouri counties disaster areas . -1 2566397 2566529 According to the affidavit , Al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using two American and one Yemeni passport . The affidavit said Mr. al-Amoudi made at least 10 trips to Libya using one Yemeni and two U.S. passports . -0 3111200 3111211 It can store more than a gigabyte of information equivalent to around 12 hours of music in one cubic centimetre . And it can store more than a gigabyte of information - equivalent to 1,000 high quality images or around 12 hours of music - in just one cubic centimetre . -1 3357076 3357026 An attempt last month in the Senate to keep the fund open for another year fell flat . An attempt to keep the fund open for another year fell flat in the Senate last month . -0 352129 352112 His coalition also passed some of the world 's most progressive laws in legalizing gay marriage and euthanasia and decriminalizing the personal use of soft drugs . The coalition passed some of the world 's most progressive social legislation , legalising gay marriage and euthanasia . -1 539586 539363 Passenger Keith Charlton , who helped tackle the man , last night praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant , known to passengers as Greg . Passenger Keith Charlton , who also tackled the attacker , praised the efforts of the injured chief flight attendant . -1 1072674 1072425 O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment . Jordan Green , O 'Brien 's private attorney , said he had no comment . -0 2745358 2745404 Revenue in the most-recent quarter rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion . Revenue rose 5.4 percent to $ 45.9 billion from $ 43.6 billion a year ago . -1 1852279 1852455 The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 18.06 , or 0.2 per cent , at 9266.51 . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > slipped 44.32 points , or 0.48 percent , to 9,240.25 . -1 762446 762324 But she didn 't say whether she 'll certify the two-year $ 117.4 billion budget for 2004-05 . She said she didn 't know yet whether she would certify the budget . -0 3337422 3337563 If Poland , Spain and Germany were prepared to make concessions in Brussels , the basis for a deal could be found . " Poland , Spain and Germany , were ready to talk about a deal , " he said . -1 2581006 2580932 When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching a TV cartoon channel . When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons . -1 2614359 2614340 " We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " VeriSign spokesman Tom Galvin told Reuters . We will accede to the request while we explore all of our options , " said Russell Lewis , executive vice president of VeriSign 's Naming and Directory Services Group . -1 345700 345683 Electronic Data Systems Corp. Thursday said the Securities and Exchange Commission has asked the company for documents related to its large contract with the U.S. Navy . In a regulatory filing , EDS said the SEC had asked for information related to its troubled IT outsourcing contract with the US Navy . -0 655008 654952 Monday ratcheted up its database software line with the introduction of a new suite that automates the process of defining , describing and indexing information contained in the database . DB2 Cube Views automates the process of creating metadata by defining , describing , and indexing information in a database . -0 2598655 2598686 The veteran Malyasian diplomat met Suu Kyi Wednesday at the lakeside home in Yangon where she is under house arrest . Razali Ismail met for 90 minutes with Suu Kyi , a 1991 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize , at her lakeside home , where she is under house arrest . -1 3322660 3322644 Malvo 's attorneys mounted an insanity defense , arguing that Muhammad 's indoctrination left him unable to tell right from wrong . Malvo 's lawyers have presented an insanity defense , saying brainwashing by convicted sniper John Allen Muhammad left Malvo incapable of knowing right from wrong . -0 2238105 2238012 And the First Amendment doesn 't say that the free exercise of religion is allowed — except in government buildings . The amendment deals with the free exercise of religion versus the government establishment of a religion . -0 2268478 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in " extremely critical " condition , Czartoryski said . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . -1 2403100 2403192 On average the students suffered at least one of the 13 symptoms between three and 11 times in the last year . Based on having at least one of these symptoms , most students were hung over between three and 11 times in the past year . -1 3116793 3116876 SEIU President Andrew Stern said the unions are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions . In his speech , Stern says his members are " totally comfortable " with Dean 's positions on health care issues . -0 1472318 1472426 Witnesses from Malaysia will testify Thursday in the treason trial of cleric Abu Bakar Bashir , said to be the leader of terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah . The secrecy surrounding terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah was again smashed when witnesses from Malaysia testified in the treason trial of Abu Bakar Bashir . -0 111977 111896 The Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly has been the latest to speak out . Marcel Desailly , the France captain and Chelsea defender , believes the latter is true . -1 1358458 1358496 But the institute says the department " woefully underestimates " the changes that would occur under the proposal . But the institute says the department ‘ ‘ woefully underestimates ’ ’ the changes that would occur if the proposal is implemented . -0 360333 360465 In March , 67 percent connected through cable , up from 63 percent a year earlier . By March 2003 , 67 percent of broadband users connected using cable modems , compared with 28 percent using D.S.L. -0 2579050 2579025 Close behind was India , 14.3 percent , followed by Thailand and the Philippines . The largest supplier of medicines was Canada , followed by India , Thailand and the Philippines . -1 3386401 3386434 On Thursday , authorities evacuated residents who live in the canyon and closed off the road leading there . Authorities evacuated residents and closed off the road leading to Waterman Canyon . -1 1353170 1353189 EU ministers were invited to the conference but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform , said Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington . Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform . -0 2421171 2421092 Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone . . . this research has broken the size barrier for rodents " . Andrew Sugden , an evolutionary biology expert and the international managing editor of Science , described the find as a " milestone " . -1 894010 893837 Officials with North Carolina Speedway at Rockingham could not be reached . NASCAR officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday . -0 979620 979602 The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has unsealed a heavily edited transcript of the June 3 court session where classified evidence was discussed out of public earshot . The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond , Va . , released the edited transcript of a closed hearing June 3 , which followed a public proceeding . -0 969188 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX dropped 9.90 points , or 0.99 percent , to 988.61 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -1 3238581 3238530 Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans , Wayne Allard ( Colo . ) , Jeff Sessions ( Ala . ) and Sam Brownback ( Kan . ) . Identical wording was introduced in the Senate last week by three Republicans : Wayne Allard of Colorado , Jeff Sessions of Alabama and Sam Brownback of Kansas . -1 1380479 1380626 Chief Justice William Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas were the two other dissenting judges . His dissent was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justice Clarence Thomas . -1 2805768 2805313 Prisoners were tortured and executed -- their ears and scalps severed for souvenirs . They frequently tortured and shot prisoners , severing ears and scalps for souvenirs . -1 1767361 1767157 U.S. troops killed nearly two dozen suspected Taliban militants after coming under fire in southern Afghanistan in the latest in a series of such attacks . U.S. soldiers killed about two dozen suspected Taliban militants in southern Afghanistan after their convoy came under attack , the military said Sunday . -1 1428158 1428275 About 25 countries have signed in the past four months , and about half of those have been signed in the past few weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . -1 3271547 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilisation , " Powell said , according to the text of prepared remarks seen by Reuters . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . -0 1598660 1598725 The conflict centers on a proposal to change a French unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . France has a unique unemployment fund for artists that takes into account their downtime between shows . -1 1982137 1982082 Hormone replacement therapy that combines estrogen and progestin doubles a woman 's risk of breast cancer , a British study of more than a million women has found . A major British study has added to the evidence that hormone replacement therapy increases the risk of breast cancer , especially when women receive a combination of estrogen and progestin . -1 1277321 1277116 " I will pass on to him [ Mr. Cheney ] that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy , " Mr. Klein said Sunday . " I will pass on to him that Canada still remains a safe , secure and reliable supply of energy . " -1 2723203 2723167 " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self interest through cooperation with others . " It is a benign web where we hope to catch investors and where each of us can advance our enlightened self-interest through cooperation with others , ' said Mr Goh . -1 1982755 1982770 Adolescent specialist Dr Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated eight-year-old children with anorexia - and that he had once treated a four-year-old boy . Adolescent specialist Dr. Michael Cohen , who worked on the study , said doctors had treated 8-year-old children with anorexia _ and that he had once treated a 4-year-old boy . -1 1775223 1775268 " It 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as years past , " Armstrong said at a news conference . " I think it 's obvious I 'm not riding as well as I have in years past . -1 841177 841437 All those infected had recent close contact with prairie dogs . One of those infected reported having recent contact with exotic animals there . -1 3133255 3133543 At a news conference on Staten Island , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf announced she would be taking over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . On Friday , U.S. Attorney Roslynn Mauskopf said she would take over the probe from District Attorney William Murphy . -1 1984282 1984259 " When I talked to him last time , did I think that was the end-all - one conversation with somebody ? When I talked to him last time , did I think it was the end-all ? -1 2332399 2332291 Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida Friday , bringing powerful storms which further tested already-swollen lakes and rivers . Slow-moving , drenching Tropical Storm Henri doused an already soaked Florida on Friday , pushing heavy rains into areas where lakes and rivers were full to overflowing . -1 533680 533673 The case had consolidated numerous class action suits filed against Rambus in 2001 . The case consolidated multiple purported class actions filed in 2001 . -1 3035916 3035786 He added that we are " not going to make progress if we don 't broaden the tent . " He added Democrats are not going to make progress if we dont broaden the tent . -1 316018 315837 The MTA had argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated at different times ranged from less than $ 1 billion to $ 2.8 billion . The MTA argued it needed to raise fares to close a two-year deficit it estimated , at different times , to be $ 952 million or $ 2.8 billion . -0 1733129 1733137 By 2040 , the county 's population is expected to be 985,066 , compared to the 2000 population of 860,454 . Through 2040 , Indiana 's population is expected to increase by about 19 percent , to more than 7.2 million people . -1 1803911 1803964 Dolores Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs , Colo . , is someone who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . Dolores E. Mahoy , 68 , of Colorado Springs is just the type of person who might be helped by the legislation pending in Congress . -0 2768381 2768348 Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , whose country holds the rotating EU presidency , said he was prepared to call another meeting of leaders next month . Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi , chairing the summit , said he was prepared to call an extra informal meeting of leaders next month on the constitution if necessary . -0 1595057 1595083 But Islamic Jihad 's main leadership in the Gaza Strip disowned the bombing , saying the group was still committed to the ceasefire . The group 's leadership in Gaza insisted on Tuesday that it was still committed to the ceasefire . -0 377195 377203 Cox said state police would still help his office in the investigation , but Sturdivant would not be involved . On Friday , authorities had said the state police would head the investigation . -1 3326084 3325993 The skull is then punctured , the brain suctioned out , and that causes the skull to collapse so it can be removed from the birth canal . The skull is then punctured and the brain suctioned out , causing the skull to collapse and easing passage through the birth canal . -1 2764143 2764068 " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing yellow knit panties - with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , " Mackey hammered triumphantly . " The accuser arrived at the hospital wearing panties with someone else 's semen and sperm in them , not that of Mr. Bryant , correct ? " -0 886548 886727 Shinseki retires Wednesday after a 38-year career that included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . Shinseki 's career included combat in Vietnam and head of U.S. peacekeeping efforts in Bosnia . -1 1256514 1256639 Tornadoes , up to a foot of rain and hail as big as cantaloupes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing one man and destroying at least four homes . Up to a foot of rain and at least seven tornadoes pounded southern Nebraska and northern Kansas , killing a man and destroying at least four homes . -1 1066675 1066696 He said : " I fear on this occasion what happened was those bits of the alphabet which supported the case were selected . " I fear on this occasion what happened is that those bits of the alphabet that supported the case were selected , " he said . -1 2630546 2630578 Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . AA.N to report earnings after the close . Wall Street was also waiting for aluminum maker Alcoa Inc . ( nyse : PEP - news - people ) to report earnings after the close . -1 919973 919939 Duisenberg said in an interview with Bloomberg News ' German television channel released earlier on Wednesday it was too early to discuss further interest rate cuts for the euro zone . European Central Bank President Wim Duisenberg said in a televised interview that it was too soon to discuss further interest rate cuts in the euro zone . -0 261466 261502 The total number of new cases in China was fewer than 100 for the third day in a row . On Monday , the number of SARS cases in China passed 5,000 , hitting a total of 5,013 . -1 34763 34897 Det Chief Insp Norman McKinlay said there was " evidence a body or bodies have been in this area " . Detective Chief Inspector Norman McKinlay , leading the investigation , said : " There is evidence a body or bodies have been in this area . -0 2169156 2169356 Rosenthal declined comment on the Garrett situation Tuesday but said in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . The show 's creator and executive producer , Phil Rosenthal , quipped in a statement : " We had a big contract negotiation . -1 2631020 2631063 FCC Chairman Michael Powell said in a statement that the ruling would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " -0 2146802 2146689 Police official S.K. Tonapi told Reuters at least 40 people had been killed and more than 100 wounded . State interior ministry spokesman Vasant Pitke told Reuters that at least 42 people had been killed and 112 injured . -1 782069 782287 It marked the fourth straight week and the ninth time this year that rates on this benchmark mortgage fell to an all-time weekly low . Mortgage rates around the country fell again this week , the ninth time this year rates have hit an all-time low . -0 598413 598370 I 've still got a fighting chance , though , " Hewitt said after battling to overcome Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . " I 'm still not red-hot favourite , " Hewitt said after battling to down Davydenko 6-3 4-6 6-3 7-6 ( 7-5 ) on centre court . -1 2949404 2949439 Harris and Klebold killed 12 students and a teacher before taking their own lives on April 20 , 1999 . Harris and Klebold killed 12 students , a teacher and themselves at the school . -0 627204 627159 He also reaffirmed his wish to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis peacefully . But the North Korean nuclear crisis has dominated his time in office . -1 1528194 1528085 Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people , ' ' he told the Associated Press . " Then they moved inside the mosque and started firing on the people . " -0 1598385 1598301 " Everything was decided in advance , " said one of the men , Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived in Bangkok . " It was a total mockery of justice , a parody , " said Thierry Falise , a Belgian photographer , as he arrived here . -0 1091525 1091318 Likewise , the 30-year bond < US30YT = RR > slid 1-11 / 32 for a yield of 4.38 percent , up from 4.30 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . -1 222638 222492 The company is in the early stages of testing the drug for rheumatoid arthritis . The company is also testing its cancer drug Rituxan for use by rheumatoid arthritis patients . -1 3276666 3276656 R & D spending is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , as compared to the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . Spending on research and development is expected to be $ 4.4 billion for the year , compared with the previous expectation of $ 4.3 billion . -1 684851 684559 Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack were in court to witness the proceedings , but few Balinese attended the trial . Several relatives of Australian victims of the attack sat in the front row of the court , but few Balinese attended the trial . -0 2242377 2242625 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR slipped 16 / 32 in price , sending its yield to 4.48 percent from 4.42 percent late on Thursday . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . -1 1721054 1721069 The California Farm Bureau did not immediately return calls seeking comment . The California Farm Bureau did not immediately have an official response to Tuesday 's ruling . -1 1693475 1693420 U.S. corporate bond yield spreads opened tighter overall on Tuesday , but tobacco company bonds widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . U.S. corporate bond yield spreads ended mostly tighter amid slumping Treasuries on Tuesday , while bonds of tobacco firms widened significantly after an adverse legal ruling on Philip Morris USA . -0 339203 339611 That package included increases to both the city 's sales and income taxes . He also objects to the sales and personal income tax increases in the package . -1 1119244 1119355 Buyers can purchase a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for $ 298 , excluding taxes , the report said . Buyers can now choose a Windows- and Office-loaded desktop for 12,390 baht ( US $ 298 ) , excluding taxes , the report said . -1 1655915 1655425 Not only is this the oldest known planet , it 's also the most distant . Astronomers have found the oldest and most distant planet known in the universe . -0 861289 861467 When asked where the weapons were , Rice said : ' ' This is a program that was built for concealment . " The fact is , this was a program that was built for concealment . -1 1513825 1513801 They have been identified by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office as Melena 's brother , Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del Angel Lozano , 34 . The Tarrant County Medical Examiner 's Office has identified the deceased passengers at the scene as Angel Melena , 25 , and Narcisco Del-Angel Lozano , 34 . -0 2182281 2182333 United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . NITED NATIONS , Aug. 26 International inspectors have found traces of highly enriched uranium at an Iranian facility , according to a new confidential report distributed today . -0 458141 458283 Nelson had received a technical foul with 2 : 46 to go in the first quarter . Nelson stared down referee Joey Crawford during a timeout with 2 : 46 left in the first quarter and San Antonio leading 26-16 . -1 956131 956277 Dynes will get $ 395,000 a year , an increase over Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 . -0 1617908 1617844 Shares of Coke closed New York Stock Exchange trading Thursday at $ 44.01 . In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . -1 1851443 1851377 Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips against little or no competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . -1 1317734 1317762 Predictions ranged from 16 cents a share to 27 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . Wall Street analysts had expected 22 cents a share , according to Thomson First Call . -1 2179199 2179139 Full classes of 48 are booked through September , he said , and the Transportation Security Administration plans to double its classes in January . Full classes of 48 each are booked through the end of September , he said , and the agency plans to double its classes in January . -0 2141865 2141906 A federal judge ruled that the monument violated the law and ordered it removed . The federal courts have ruled that the monument violates the constitutional ban against state-established religion . -1 968648 968698 Sovereign 's shares lost 74 cents , or 4.5 % , to $ 15.68 . Sovereign shares closed on the New York Stock Exchange at $ 15.68 , down 74 cents , or 4.5 percent . -1 726532 726838 Other recommendations included a special counsel on oceans in the White House , creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to protect marine reserves . Other recommendations included the creation of regional ocean ecosystem councils and a national system to fully protect marine reserves . -1 69689 69610 During the fiscal second quarter , Cisco earned $ 991 million , or 14 cents a share , on sales of $ 4.7 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . -0 3031856 3031886 The appeals court hearing comes at a sensitive time for Microsoft . The appeals court has generally proved a favorable venue for Microsoft . -1 713976 713992 The remains of three illegal immigrants were found Tuesday in a sweltering railroad car after fellow immigrants escaped and left behind their weakened companions . Three undocumented immigrants were found dead inside a railroad hopper car Tuesday , two days after fellow immigrants escaped the sweltering car and left behind their weakened companions . -1 2745024 2745055 Last month , it narrowed the range to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . Last month Intel raised its revenue guidance for the quarter to between $ 7.6 billion and $ 7.8 billion . -1 2167155 2167070 Sir Wilfred Thesiger , traveller , writer , and one of the last solitary explorers of a shrinking planet , has died aged 93 . Sir Wilfred Thesiger , writer , explorer and chronicler of the world 's vanishing ways of life , has died at age 93 . -1 899424 899513 " Arifin has disclosed to the I.S.D. that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand , " the statement said . " Arifin has disclosed . . . that he is involved with a group of like-minded individuals in planning terrorist attacks against certain targets in Thailand . -1 1349834 1349741 An amendment by Rep. Ellen Tauscher of California to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . Her proposal to create a special committee to investigate Iraq intelligence failures was rejected on procedural grounds . -1 1692076 1692027 Intel updated investors midway through the quarter and said business was proceeding exactly as planned . Intel said midway through its quarter , which ended in June , that business was exactly as expected . -1 1761554 1761455 " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber in to the U.S. market , " Rusty Wood , chairman of the coalition , said in a release . " The NAFTA ruling confirms that Canadian producers dump lumber into the U.S. market , " said Rusty Wood , chairman of the Coalition for Fair Lumber Imports . -1 1614277 1614170 " No data exists to indicate that the situation with repair stations poses a safety concern . " However , FAA spokeswoman Kathleen Bergen said no data indicate that the situation poses safety problems . -1 2566958 2567329 Doctors have advised that the boy get chemotherapy , but Daren and Barbara Jensen have refused , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . Daren and Barbara Jensen refused to heed doctors ' recommendation of chemotherapy , fearing the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . -1 2151806 2151276 IAAF council member Jose Maria Odriozola said Drummond should be excluded from the championships . " I have proposed to the [ IAAF ] council that Drummond be excluded from the championships . " -0 672288 672347 Combined , the companies will have about $ 2.8 billion in annual revenues , 13,000 employees and more than 11,000 customers in 150 countries . The deal creates a company with about $ 2.8bn in annual revenues with 13,000 employees and 11,000 customers . -1 3050971 3051204 As a teen , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy , nearly killing him , for no apparent reason . He also told investigators that when he was in his mid-teens , he stabbed a 6-year-old boy for no apparent reason . -1 725121 725587 " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts leaked yesterday . " For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents . " -1 2324709 2325029 Labor Department analysts think the payroll statistics from the survey of businesses provide a more accurate picture of the economy because the survey figures are based on a larger sample . The analysts said they believe the payroll statistics provide a more accurate picture of the economy because they are based on a larger sample . -0 2040232 2039692 Only 66 years old , Brooks was killed on Monday , Aug. 11 , 2003 in an automobile accident in his native Minnesota . When Brooks was killed in an automobile accident Monday in Minnesota , Taylor lost a good friend . -0 1912532 1912656 Prince is replacing Sanford " Sandy " Weill , who will remain Citigroup 's chairman . Prince , who heads Citigroup 's global corporate and investment bank , is replacing Sanford Weill as CEO . -1 445422 445299 Mohcine Douali , who lives in the centre of Algiers , said : " It was a great shock . " It was a great shock , " said Mohcine Douali , who lives in central Algiers . -0 67955 67994 " But the First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court . " The First Amendment does not shield fraud , " Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the court in Madigan v. Telemarketing Associates , No. 01-1806 . -1 2733813 2733802 Whether it works out , timewise , that I can march with all four ... we 'll see what happens , " he said . Whether it works out timewise with all four , I don 't know but we will see what happens . " -1 3033679 3033652 " The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying ( a rate rise ) that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds , " Mr Macfarlane said . The strength of demand for credit increases the danger associated with delaying a tightening of policy that is called for on general macroeconomic grounds . " -1 1163538 1163992 But while the prime minister 's trial judders to a halt , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . While he is now spared that threat , his co-defendants in the same case are not protected . -0 114464 114645 Cubs manager Dusty Baker sees his slugger struggling . " Tonight he was an offensive catcher , " Cubs manager Dusty Baker said . -1 2438109 2437946 Since it was launched , the SiteFinder service has come under increasing criticism from users and analysts who say that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . Since it was launched Monday , the SiteFinder service has drawn widespread criticism from Internet users who complain that VeriSign has overstepped its authority . -1 1730708 1730772 His 1996 Chevrolet Tahoe was found abandoned in a Virginia Beach , Va . , parking lot June 25 . His sport utility vehicle was found June 25 , abandoned without its license plates in Virginia Beach , Va . -0 3022381 3022308 Without comment , the court declined to hear suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore 's appeals . The defeat for suspended Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore was expected . -1 1039676 1039623 Former chief financial officer Franklyn M. Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy on June 5 and agreed to cooperate with prosecutors . Last week , former chief financial officer Franklyn Bergonzi pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy and agreed to cooperate with the government 's investigation . -0 342112 342381 The Modesto Bee and NBC were notified their calls had been intercepted , Goold said . Journalists were not the only people notified that their phone calls had been intercepted . -1 3090804 3090985 My view is these al-Qaeda terrorists - and I believe it was al-Qaeda - would prefer to have many such events . " " My view is that these Al Qaeda terrorists -- and I believe it was Al Qaeda -- would prefer to have many such events . " -0 1600352 1600447 Steverson said Williams was known as a racist who did not like Blacks . Steverson said Williams , who was white , was a racist . -0 2587656 2587753 Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad today after demonstrators stormed a police station demanding they be given jobs they claimed to have paid bribes for . Iraqi police opened fire in downtown Baghdad Wednesday after demonstrators demanding jobs stormed a police station and threw stones at officers , police said . -1 3395489 3395451 The court 's 1992 decision reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . In a 1992 case , the Supreme Court reaffirmed the basic findings of Roe protecting abortion choice , but lessened the standards of protection guaranteed to women by Roe . -1 1089349 1089335 The latest quarter 's profit was a penny above of the average estimate as compiled by Thomson First Call . The earnings beat by a penny the consensus estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -1 556146 556044 More than 60 percent of the company 's 1,000 employees were killed in the attack . More than 60 per cent of its 1,000 employees at the time were killed . -1 1263434 1263562 Only two bidders of the six have expressed interest in the whole pie - oil tycoon Marvin Davis and Seagram heir Edgar Bronfman Jr . Only two of the bidders have so far expressed interest in buying all the assets -- Davis and Bronfman . -1 312323 312507 Bush also said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not make a determination on the bill for a few more weeks . Bush said he plans to meet with scientists and legal experts and will not decide the bill 's fate for a few more weeks . -0 1911604 1911550 Variable annuity sales were $ 4.2 billion , 82 percent higher than a year ago . Variable annuity sales surged 82 percent to $ 4.2 billion . -0 2859089 2859061 But U.S. administration officials moved to talk down Snow 's impact on currencies , saying his comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . U.S. administration officials said Snow 's rate comments were not reflective of Washington 's policy and were merely an observation about the economy . -1 1042499 1042394 However , one subset of women — those on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy — appeared to show improvement in survival . However , one subset of patients , women on hormonal treatment following chemotherapy , " appeared to show a favorable trend to improvement in survival . " -1 3149040 3149074 Intel ’ s Xeon surpassed HP ’ s PA-RISC to become the most often used processor , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . Intel 's Xeon surpassed HP 's PA-RISC to become the processor most often used , rising from 76 systems in June to 152 systems in November . -0 130087 129778 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index lost the most ground , falling 16.95 points to 1,506,76 . The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . -1 2309397 2309420 " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " Coke spokeswoman Sonya Soutus said . " We are very pleased that the court dismissed the vast majority of the plaintiff 's claims , " said Coke spokesman Ben Deutsch . -0 490018 490064 UBS Warburg downgraded Altria , a Dow member , to " neutral " from " buy , " based on valuation . It fell 0.5 percent after UBS downgraded it to " neutral " from " buy , " citing valuation . -1 2898540 2898554 A postal distribution center where four anthrax-laced letters passed through two years ago was fumigated with chlorine dioxide gas as crews wound up the decontamination process this weekend . Workers cleaning up a postal distribution center where four letters laced with anthrax had passed through two years ago planned to complete the fumigation operation early Sunday . -1 98417 98647 The American military 's task is to provide the security in the meantime . The U.S. military 's task , in this period , is to provide security . -1 1265264 1265297 The A920 comes with a printer , scanner , and copier for $ 89 . Dell 's Personal All-in-One A920 is an entry-level device that combines printer , scanner and copier functions for $ 89 . -0 2565371 2565170 The FTC has asked the court to suspend its decision while the agency appeals . U.S. District Judge Edward W. Nottingham in Denver denied an FTC request to suspend his decision while the agency appeals . -1 2933884 2933714 Officials said the data will be used to verify whether they had stayed beyond their authorized time . Officials said data will be used to verify whether travelers have exceeded their authorized stay . -1 1357528 1357493 A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion has seen about $ 19 billion of bids , investors said . A $ 5 billion dollar-denominated portion from GM drew about $ 21 billion of bids , an analyst looking at the deal said . -1 190933 191164 Even after he turned 94 , Lacy worked to change baseball . Even into his 90s , Lacy worked to change the game of baseball . -0 1010039 1010063 Dayton finished 24-6 last season , won the Atlantic-10 Conference championship and was a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament . That season , the Rams finished the regular season ranked 11th and were a No. 2 seed in the NCAA tournament . -1 1048004 1047810 It would not affect economic damages such as lost wages or hospital bills . Economic damages , such as lost wages or medical costs , wouldn 't be capped under Bush 's plan . -0 2211287 2211175 Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said he would fight any extension of the cable 's use . Meanwhile , the Connecticut attorney general , Richard Blumenthal , said he was considering legal action against Mr. Abraham 's order . -1 315649 315780 Schneiderman said this fare price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial condition as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more to ride in a recession . Schneiderman said the price would reflect the agency 's legitimate financial status as well as riders ' concerns about having to pay 33 percent more at the turnstile in a recession . -0 1091268 1091301 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR lost 16 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.20 percent from 4.18 percent . -1 17155 17292 The two countries agreed last week to hold their first diplomatic discussions in two years . Last week , India and Pakistan said they would hold their first diplomatic talks in two years . -1 795914 795981 The proposal also may help Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. fend off a takeover from Indianapoils-based shopping mall operator Simon Property Group Inc . The legislation , approved 12-3 by the House Commerce Committee , may allow Bloomfield Hills-based Taubman Centers Inc. to fend off a takeover attempt by Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group Inc . -0 1913559 1913486 Shares of Coke were up 6 cents at $ 44.42 in afternoon trading Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of Coke were down 26 cents to close at $ 44.10 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1852180 1852065 Wall Street analysts expect 2004 revenue of $ 28.15 billion . Analysts ' average forecast was $ 4.02 per share on revenue of $ 25.56 billion . -1 55562 55529 Last year , the board raised rents by 2 percent on one-year renewals , 4 percent on two-year leases . For lofts , the board proposed increases of 4 percent for one-year leases and 7 percent for two-year renewals . -0 969654 969295 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 . -1 2114433 2114474 South Africa has the world 's highest caseload with 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS . With 4.7 million people infected with HIV or AIDS , South Africa has the world 's highest AIDS caseload . -1 1015381 1015417 Cordiant has been on the block since it lost the key Allied Domecq account in April . Cordiant has been a target since it lost a crucial client , Allied Domeq , in April . -1 1759675 1759745 " The investigation appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition , " Activision said in an SEC filing . According to the company filings , the investigation " appears to be focused on certain accounting practices common to the interactive entertainment industry , with specific emphasis on revenue recognition . " -0 987739 987595 Justice Clarence Thomas , joined by fellow conservative Justice Antonin Scalia , dissented . Justice Antonin Scalia , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Clarence Thomas dissented from the ruling . -1 1629017 1629043 A Stage One alert is declared when ozone readings exceed 0.20 parts per million during a one-hour period . A Stage 1 episode is declared when ozone levels reach 0.20 parts per million . -0 332392 332566 The department told airlines " the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent . Britain 's Department for Transport said ' ' the threat level to UK civil aviation interests in Kenya has increased to imminent , ' ' and suspended flights after 6 p.m. EDT . -0 3376232 3376340 Time magazine named the American soldier its Person of the Year for 2003 . The American Soldier was first selected as Times Person of the Year during the Korean War in 1950 . -1 3214345 3214707 As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty for convictions . -1 2641934 2641989 The anguish was detectable in the voices of those of Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak on Monday . The anguish could be heard in the voices of Mr Forlong 's television colleagues who would speak . -0 1856399 1856531 Graham , a presidential candidate , was criticized by several Republicans as ' ' politicizing ' ' the report . Graham , who co-chaired the inquiry , is a presidential candidate . -1 2211403 2211344 " Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " Jon Sohn of Friends of the Earth said after the panel 's vote . " Two Ex-Im board members displayed courage and environmental leadership in the face of considerable pressure , " said Jon Sohn , international campaigner for Friends of the Earth . -1 1634467 1634519 Malaysia has launched an aggressive media campaign over its water dispute with Singapore . MALAYSIA will launch a publicity campaign in local newspapers today giving its version of the water dispute with Singapore . -1 459278 459103 The Cavaliers won the right Thursday to select James in the June 26 draft . The Cleveland Cavaliers won the right to draft James by winning the NBA 's annual lottery Thursday night . -1 403034 402965 Two Atlanta companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines Inc. and the Home Depot -- were mentioned as having excessive pay packages for its CEOs . Two Atlanta-based companies that have not been accused of wrongdoing -- Delta Air Lines and Home Depot -- were also mentioned by witnesses as having excessive pay packages for CEOs . -1 2394676 2394690 The Republic of Korea was found to lead the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . Not surprisingly , broadband nation Korea leads the way in broadband penetration , with approximately 21 broadband subscribers for every 100 inhabitants . -1 3145286 3145540 Mr Blair admitted in a newspaper article Mr Bush ’ s critics were “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . The Prime Minister today admitted that critics are “ rubbing their hands at the scope for embarrassing him ” . -1 2405187 2405072 Intel Corp. unveiled Wednesday its next generation processor for cellular phones , personal digital assistants and other wireless devices . Intel on Wednesday unveiled its next-generation processor for cell phones , PDAs , and other wireless devices . -1 2950526 2950562 Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos of Los Angeles , was quick to swipe at the testing procedure . Peterson 's lawyer , Mark Geragos , of Los Angeles , has contested the DNA evidence , saying it is unreliable . -0 2222971 2223124 The venture owns five oil refineries and more than 2,100 filling stations in Russia and Ukraine . TNK-BP has six oil producing units , five refineries and 2,100 filling stations . -1 2768316 2768361 The Belgian probe centred on allegations that certain cereals firms were tipped off about prices two hours before they were officially available . He said the allegations were that certain cereals companies were tipped off to grain prices two hours before they were officially available . -1 1895132 1895009 They said they also seized several items which might be linked to ritual killing , including an animal 's skull with a nail driven through it . Among the evidence seized by detectives was an animal skull with a nail driven through its head , which may have been used in a " black magic " ceremony . -0 2326659 2326678 It features a 4K color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sound with exchangeable Style-Up front panels . The Z200 features a color screen and 40-tone polyphonic sounds . -1 173604 173725 Dealers said the yen was also undermined by falling Japanese interest rates . Dealers said the dollar also drew some support due to falling Japanese interest rates . -1 347375 347270 The World Health Organization and the United States Centers for Disease Control sent down a team to look into it . The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States have sent a team to investigate . -0 50553 50517 Fighting has continued sporadically in the west , where it is complicated by the presence of battle-hardened Liberians on both sides . Both are in the cocoa-growing west of the world 's top producer in a region where fighting is complicated by the presence of Liberians on both sides . -0 2124306 2124457 The Globe reported that Smiledge hasn 't spoken with his son , Joseph Druce , in eight years . Smiledge said he hasn 't spoken with his son in eight years and wants nothing to do with him . -1 941976 941612 SMILING bomber Amrozi was inspired to launch an attack on Bali after his former Australian boss revealed the tourist island was a haven for sinful behaviour by westerners . BALI bomber Amrozi claims he was inspired to launch an attack on the tourist island after his Australian boss revealed Bali was a haven for sinful behaviour of Westerners . -1 2269545 2269531 Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass-produced , lowering the price per valve from 15 cents to 2 1 / 2 cents . Mr. Abplanalp used plastic in a model that could be mass produced , lowering the price per valve , to 2 1 / 2 cents from 15 cents . -1 160051 159941 Russia , along with France , China and others , advocate a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . -1 2942566 2942638 SCC argued that Lexmark was trying to shield itself from competition by installing a chip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . The company also argued that Lexmark was trying to squash competition by installing a microchip on its toner cartridges to make it difficult for third-party manufacturers to make generic cartridges . -1 2816542 2816716 On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman member of the men 's swim team jumped from the same 10th-floor ledge . On Oct. 10 , an 18-year-old freshman from Dayton , Ohio , climbed over the same 10th-floor ledge and plunged to his death . -1 1887674 1887615 The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be completed by year 's end . The deal is subject to N2H2 approval and is expected to be complete during the final calendar quarter of 2003 . -1 3246221 3246174 Yesterday , two Japanese diplomats were killed in an apparent ambush near Tikrit , 175 kilometres north of the capital . Two Japanese diplomats were also killed in an ambush near Tikrit , according to the Japanese Foreign Ministry . -1 1750716 1750740 " We condemn and denounce the Governing Council , which is headed by the United States , " Moqtada al-Sadr said . " We condemn the Governing Council headed by the United States , " Sadr said in a fiery sermon at Koufa mosque near Najaf . -1 1812704 1813027 " These are violent surgeries and I wanted to convey that , " Murphy says . I mean , these are violent surgeries , and I wanted to properly convey that . " -1 3395447 3395484 Under the 1973 Roe vs. Wade ruling , before a fetus could live outside the womb , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician . Under the original Roe v. Wade ruling , the abortion decision was left to the woman and her physician before a fetus could live outside the womb . -0 2424444 2424265 Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring down the NYSE 's 27-member board , changing its composition and making it more accountable . Sean Harrigan , president of the California Public Employees ' Retirement System , also suggested paring the NYSE 's 27-member board and allotting more seats to investors outside the securities industry . -1 2622070 2622698 " If that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be at the wrong meeting , " he said to a standing ovation . And if that ain 't a Democrat , then I must be in the wrong meeting , " he said to thunderous applause from his supporters . -1 1315347 1315545 " I think we made some mistakes with this exam , and it 's up to us to identify and correct them , " Mills said . Mills yesterday admitted , " We made some mistakes with this exam and it 's up to us to identify and correct them . -0 1790075 1790177 The Recording Industry Association of America says it plans to sue the song traders next month . That is , if the Recording Industry Association of America has anything to say about it . -1 1841375 1841180 And if estimates hold , it will mark the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . It is also the first time in history that five films grossed more than $ 20 million each in one weekend . -0 2828900 2829044 " But that does not clear them of the obligation to do everything possible to protect civilians , and that is not what we 're seeing . " " But that does not clear them of the responsibility to do everything possible to minimize civilian harm . " -1 163189 163240 A total of 17 cases have been confirmed in the southern city of Basra , the Organization said . A total of 17 confirmed cases of cholera were reported yesterday by the World Health Organisation in the southern Iraqi city of Basra . -1 433021 432984 There is no transcript the courtroom session in Tarrytown , 12 miles north of New York on the Hudson River . There was no transcript of Thursday 's courtroom session in Tarrytown , which is 12 miles north of New York City on the Hudson River . -0 3280073 3280092 One of the latest shootings was at a car on Sunday on I-270 , Franklin County sheriff 's Chief Deputy Steve Martin said . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . -1 2769819 2769671 " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " he said during a press briefing at the hospital . " Both of these kids are in wonderful physical condition right now , " said Goodrich , also director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Children 's Hospital at Montefiore . -0 890153 890030 Egyptologists cast doubt Tuesday on an expedition 's claim that it may have found the mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the best-known ancient Egyptians . Egyptologists think they may have identified the long-sought mummy of Queen Nefertiti , one of the ancient world 's legendary beauties . -1 1018730 1018788 IBM stock rose $ 1.75 , to $ 84.50 , on the New York Stock Exchange . IBM shares closed up $ 1.75 , or 2.11 percent , at $ 84.50 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 881726 882002 He was arrested less than two kilometres from where he allegedly kidnapped her after brutally beating her mother and brother . He was arrested less than 1km from where he allegedly kidnapped Jennette Tamayo after beating her mother and brother . -1 813444 813256 His election was hailed in some quarters as a breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned in others as a violation of God 's word . Robinson 's election was hailed in some quarters as a major breakthrough for gay rights , but condemned by others as a " rebellion against God 's created order . " -1 3416800 3416661 Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply on the tribe 's sales activities . Gov. Don Carcieri said the ruling shows that state taxation laws apply to any tribal activity . -1 578547 577866 Wyeth estimates that 1.2 million women continue to take Prempro pills , down from about 3.4 million before the study was halted last summer . Wyeth estimates that 1,2 million women are still taking Prempro pills , down from about 3,4 million before the WHI study was halted last year . -0 308890 308787 But he said he had Dr Hollingworth 's legal advice that he had been denied natural justice by the church inquiry . Senator Brandis backed Dr Hollingworth 's claims he had been denied natural justice by the Anglican Church inquiry into the claims against him . -1 3127660 3127435 Come tonight , 21-year-old Morgan and as many as 1,200 fellow students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym for the first real dance in the school 's 143-year history . As many as 1,200 students at Wheaton College will gather in the gym Friday night for the first real dance in the Christian school 's 143-year history . -0 1417843 1418003 Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks , and police suspect he was killed in the Waco area . Authorities and Baylor officials say Dennehy , 21 , hasn 't been heard from in more than two weeks . -1 368063 368013 Vaccine makers have been thrust in the limelight following government programmes to encourage wider vaccination and fears of biological attacks on civilian and military targets . Vaccine makers have been thrust into the limelight as government programs encourage wider vaccination amid fears of biological attacks . -1 1953540 1953355 " If these loss reductions continue as expected , further rate reductions should be ordered . " If those loss reductions continue , further rate reductions should be ordered , Bordelon said . -1 1455002 1455078 President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 nations from these sanctions because they had signed but not yet ratified the immunity agreement . President Bush signed a waiver exempting 22 countries because they had signed but not yet ratified immunity agreements . -1 953482 953745 Shares of AT & T climbed 4.4 percent or 90 cents to $ 21.40 , adding to the previous day 's gain of 6 percent . Shares of AT & T climbed 4 percent , adding to the previous day 's 6 percent rise . -1 1730037 1729778 AMD reported a net loss of $ 140 million for the quarter ended June 29 , on sales of $ 645 million . In the first quarter of 2003 , AMD reported a net loss of $ 146 million , or 42 cents per share , on sales of $ 715 million . -1 2857171 2857458 " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , the Pew researcher who wrote the report . " People just love e-mail , and it really bothers them that spam is ruining such a good thing , " said Deborah Fallows , senior research fellow with the Pew project . -0 490486 490021 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI climbed 179.97 points , or 2.09 percent , to 8,781.35 , ending at its highest level since mid-January . The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI tacked on 97 points , or 1.14 percent , to 8,699 . -1 727268 727328 And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . And in the Muslim world , Osama bin Laden , the missing leader of the al-Qaida terrorist network , is becoming more of a hero , not less of one . -1 3062259 3062441 In a major setback to consumers , a federal judge granted the government 's request Thursday to shut down a company that helps customers buy cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . A federal judge Thursday granted a request by the Food and Drug Administration to shut down Rx Depot , a popular Internet company that sells cheaper prescription drugs from Canada . -0 2055507 2055516 Anyone with information on Lopez can call O 'Shea at 561-688-4068 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-8477 . Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Kevin Umphrey at 688-4163 or Crime Stoppers at ( 800 ) 458-8477 . -1 1515072 1515036 The panels picture the towers standing tall and outline their history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction on Sept . 11 , 2001 . The panels outline the twin towers ' history , including their construction , the 1993 bombing and their ultimate destruction by terrorists on Sept . 11 , 2001 . -1 2587376 2587143 Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the Gypsy tradition of arranged child weddings . Though the legal age for marriage in Romania is 18 , the country generally tolerates the tradition of arranged child weddings among Roma , as Gypsies are also known . -0 14509 14515 The Institute for Supply Management 's index of nonmanufacturing activity rose unexpectedly in April , reports said . The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March . -1 1048616 1048751 The two rugged counties got 2 to 3 inches of rain between midnight and noon . The weather service estimated that between two and three inches of rain hit Kanawha and Nicholas counties between midnight and noon Monday . -0 3094769 3094801 Although obesity can increase the risk of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol . Although obesity can increase the risk of a host of health problems , skeptics argue , so do smoking and high cholesterol , which are not considered diseases . -1 3030254 3030287 Intel plans to present a paper on its findings today at a conference in Japan . The breakthrough technology was presented by Intel scientists at a conference in Japan . -0 845113 845201 Foreigners board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia , on Monday . French troops defend a group of foreigners as they board helicopters for evacuation from the European Union compound in Monrovia , Liberia . -1 158719 159051 A statement released by DEI said Green would begin driving the car on an interim basis beginning next week in the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway . It was announced that Green will replace Park in the Dale Earnhardt Inc . No. 1 Chevrolet , beginning with the Winston Open at Lowe 's Motor Speedway next week . -0 67938 67983 The Illinois Supreme Court dismissed the case . The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . -1 228857 228818 Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will get the valuable Thursday 9 : 30 p.m. time slot . Coupling , an American version of a hit British comedy , will couple with Friends on Thursdays . -0 1721439 1721590 It was the third time in four years that wildfires forced the park to close . For the third time in four years wildfires closed Mesa Verde National Park , the country ’ s only park dedicated to ancient ruins . -1 790082 790100 Disney has repeatedly said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them maintained . Disney spokeswoman Rena Callahan said the " safety and enjoyment " of its guests were the only reasons the company wanted the no-fly zones , and wants them kept in place . -0 3394860 3394670 The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Manzon , was believed to be among the nine missing - some of them children . The caretaker , identified by church officials as Jorge Monzon , was believed to be among the missing , who are presumed dead . -1 3053580 3053552 On Wednesday , the total of National Guard and Reserve members called to active duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . As of yesterday , the total number of National Guard and Reserve troops called to duty worldwide stood at 154,603 . -1 1570961 1570936 The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . Schering-Plough shares fell 3.8 percent , or 72 cents , to close at $ 18.34 in trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 1921373 1921407 But at age 15 , she 'd reached 260 pounds and a difficult decision : It was time to try surgery . But at the age of 15 , she weighed a whopping 117kg and came to a difficult decision : it was time to try surgery . -1 763491 763433 " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . " Of course , I want to win again , but it is worse when you have never won because you are anxious , " he said . -1 161959 161850 E Ink is one of several groups trying to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other uses - even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . E Ink is one of several companies working to develop electronic " paper " for e-newspapers and e-books , and other possible applications _ even clothing with computer screens sewn into it . -1 3372169 3372093 The fawn , named after Dr Duane Kraemer , one of the researchers , was born a few months ago . The fawn , named for university researcher Duane Kraemer , turns 7 months old today . -1 1351951 1352045 Canadian researchers ordered the slaughter of more than 2,000 cows and conducted an extensive investigation but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . Canadian investigators slaughtered more than 2,000 cows but were not able to find evidence of any other infected animals . -1 283128 283117 The measures could be taken up by the full Senate as early as Friday . Ratliff said he hopes to bring the two measures to the full Senate by Friday . -0 949774 949346 Toronto yesterday had 64 probable cases of SARS and nine suspect cases . As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . -1 1019061 1018963 Shares of Pleasanton-based PeopleSoft rose 4 cents , to $ 16.96 , in Monday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . PeopleSoft shares were up 4 cents at $ 16.96 in late morning trade on the Nasdaq . -0 555528 555584 Broomhead , 34 , was assigned to the 2nd Squadron , 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment . Quinn was assigned to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment , based in Fort Carson , Colo . -1 1371056 1370928 In terms of a free trade area , we 've got a long , long way to go and the Pakistanis understand that . As for a free trade area , the official stressed that weve got a long , long way to go , and the Pakistanis understand that . -0 821367 821695 Whoever is selected will report directly to Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection . The NCSD has about 60 employees , Robert Liscouski , the assistant secretary of homeland security for infrastructure protection , said at a briefing today . -1 813240 813525 But Mr Robinson urged the voters to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to the believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today " . But he urged the delegates who elected him to be " kind and sensitive and gentle " to believers who " will not understand what you 've done here today . " -1 2001330 2001668 The technology-loaded Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC added 0.35 of a point , or 0.02 percent , to 1,662 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 17.48 points , or 1.06 percent , to 1,661.51 , based on the latest available figures . -1 2454236 2454061 " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , a senior vice president with the utility . " This will be a marathon , not a sprint , " said Jimmy D. Staton , senior vice president of operations at Dominion Virginia Power . -1 2301818 2302005 " I am listening to the same things I listened to 17 years ago , " Hollings said . Im hearing the same things I listened to 17 years ago . -0 2628364 2628772 Heatley was sixth in the league in goals last season with 41 and ninth in points with 89 . Heatley led Atlanta in scoring last season with a team-record 41 goals and 48 assists . -1 2138293 2138525 The cables can be engorged with far more power , and it can be turned on and off like a water spigot , making billing more accurate , Taub said . The cables can carry far more power , and can be turned on and off like water spigots , making billing more accurate , Taub said . -1 2694852 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . -1 1239045 1239030 One of the most well studied facets of temperament is how people respond to novelty . One of the defining and well-studied characteristics of temperament is how people react to novelty . -0 1773875 1773829 July 18 : Hurlbert files a single count of felony sexual assault against Bryant . Bryant , 24 , has been charged with felony sexual assault . -1 1610363 1610417 Mr Koizumi rebuked Mr Konoike , saying his remarks were " inappropriate " . Koizumi told reporters at his office that Konoike 's remarks were " inappropriate . " -1 1803771 1803716 The CBO analysis of the Senate package said an amendment sponsored by Sen. Maria Cantwell , D-Wash . , accounted for $ 40 billion of the total cost . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . -1 2761139 2761113 In July , EMC agreed to acquire Legato Systems ( Nasdaq : LGTO ) for about $ 1.2 billion . In July , the Hopkinton , Mass . , company agreed to buy Legato Systems of Mountain View for $ 1.3 billion . -1 2510517 2510450 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined 6.11 , or 0.6 per cent , to 1003.27 , having shed 19.67 in the previous session . The Standard & Poor 's 500 index declined by 4.39 , or 0.4 percent , to 998.88 , after losing 6.11 on Thursday . -1 2576454 2576555 The Nasdaq fell about 1.3 % for the month , snapping a seven-month winning streak . The Nasdaq is down roughly 0.4 percent for the month , on track to snap a 7-month streak of gains . -1 1569832 1569899 Shares of Cellegy were down $ 2.04 , or 39 % , to $ 3.18 in midday trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Shares of Cellegy plunged $ 1.99 to $ 3.23 Monday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -0 3093463 3093383 Fifty-seven percent were Hispanic , 10 % were Asian , 7 % were Black , 16 % were Caucasian , and 10 % were of other ethnicity . Haskell said 57 percent were Hispanic , 10 percent Asian , 7 percent black and 16 percent white . -1 2904023 2904060 This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " he told reporters . This is a process and there will be other opportunities for people to participate in the rebuilding of Iraq . " -1 1546659 1546715 Matthew Lovett , 18 , who just graduated from Collingswood High School , was among those arrested . Matthew Lovett , 18 , of Oaklyn , N.J. , was among those arrested . -0 2081805 2081712 The Securities and Exchange Commission has also initiated an informal probe of Coke . That federal investigation is separate from an informal inquiry by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -1 1691524 1691465 That compares with earnings of $ 446 million , or 7 cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.3 billion in the same period a year ago . That compares with a profit of $ 446 million , or seven cents per share , on revenue of $ 6.32 billion in the same period last year . -1 1106212 1106299 President Bush and top administration officials cited the threat from Iraq 's banned weapons programs as the main justification for going to war . President Bush and top officials in his administration cited the threat from Iraq 's alleged chemical and biological weapons and nuclear weapons program as the main justification for going to war . -0 2965698 2965467 Ebert asked Franklin , pointing to a color photo of Linda Franklin on a projection screen . A photo of Linda Franklin 's bloodied body was shown on a large screen in the courtroom yesterday . -0 174701 174280 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . -1 1626913 1627111 Republican officials said the advertising buy was proof that Democrats are panicking that they were losing their stature on Medicare . Republican officials said the advertisements were proof that Democrats were panicking about losing their stature on Medicare . -1 167084 166941 Moore was expected to be discharged from the hospital Thursday or Friday , according to Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . The English star was expected to be discharged from the hospital soon , said Jackie Green , a spokeswoman for the show 's press agent . -1 1913621 1913715 The merged company will keep the Interwoven name and be headquartered in Sunnyvale . The new company will be named Interwoven and will be headquartered in Sunnyvale . -1 2661772 2661838 Apple has also built a new VPN ( define ) server into Panther Server that supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . A new VPN server built into Panther Server supports Mac OS X , Windows or UNIX clients using PPTP and L2TP tunneling protocols . -0 184604 184749 I never organised a youth camp for the diocese of Bendigo . I never attended a youth camp organised by that diocese . " -1 213274 213017 Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Sen. Ben Nelson ( D-Neb . ) has become their top lobbying target on the tax cut package . Bush 's aides describe Omaha as the most crucial stop , since Senator Ben Nelson , Democrat of Nebraska , has become their top lobbying target on the tax-cut package . -0 903431 903485 He had performed outside Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the US last year and in Brazil , South Africa and several European countries . He had performed outside of Cuba on several occasions , including shows in the United States last year . -1 1703442 1703476 Hoffa , 62 , vanished the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in Oakland County , about 25 miles north of Detroit . Hoffa , 62 , vanished on the afternoon of July 30 , 1975 , from a parking lot in a Detroit suburb in Oakland County . -0 953477 953744 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX fell 3 points , or 0.30 percent , to 995 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 1.92 points , or 0.12 percent , at 1,647.94 . -1 860025 859375 Since Perkins ' arrival at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , UConn has fielded six national championship teams in three sports - men 's and women 's basketball and men 's soccer . Since Perkins arrived at UConn in 1990 from Maryland , the Huskies have fielded six national championship teams in three sports -- men 's basketball , women 's basketball and men 's soccer . -0 3045253 3045400 But the signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer those copies to the Internet and make them available to potentially millions of others . FCC officials said the embedded electronic signal is designed to make it more difficult for consumers to then transfer copies to the Internet . -1 1362859 1363247 Although Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers said they had no evidence that other brands were safer . Athough Prempro pills were used in the study , the researchers say they have no evidence that other brands are safer . -0 123110 123217 The dead woman was also wearing a ring and a Cartier watch . " It 's a blond-haired woman wearing a Cartier watch on her wrist , " the source said . -0 3016169 3016111 Novell is acquiring SuSe Linux in a $ 210 million cash deal subject to regulatory approval . Linux company SuSE was today acquired by Novell in a $ 210 million all-cash deal . -1 1784440 1784557 Almihdhar and Alhazmi were aboard American Airlines Flight 77 , which crashed into the Pentagon . Both have been identified as some of the hijackers who flew American Airlines Flight 77 into the Pentagon . -0 1922314 1922508 Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , asked the jurors to " give her a fair shake . Andy Savage , who is representing Renee Britt , said she is undereducated and has some mental problems herself . -1 545927 545816 Another soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad , a military statement said Tuesday . Also Monday , one soldier died and three were wounded when their vehicle hit a land mine or a piece of unexploded ordnance in Baghdad . -1 1881955 1882013 Dennehy 's family reported him missing June 19 , seven days after he was last seen on campus . Dennehy ’ s family reported him missing June 19 , about a week after he was last seen on the Baylor campus in Waco . -1 3173215 3173227 The WWF also thinks a further 13,000 animals are being caught every year around the Straits of Gibraltar and in nearby areas . According to WWF , a further 13,000 individuals are estimated to be caught around the Straits of Gibraltar and in neighboring zones . -1 2980694 2980550 Malvo , 18 , goes on trial Nov. 10 in the death of Franklin . Malvo goes on trial next month in the death of an FBI analyst . -1 633383 633460 He had also said an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets Thursday , would be welcome . He had also said on the eve of Monday 's talks that an interest rate cut by the European Central Bank , which meets on Thursday , would be welcome . -1 3020237 3020203 Most of that - $ 51 billion - was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ 10 billion was for U.S. forces in Afghanistan . Most of that – $ US51 billion – was for American troops in Iraq , while another $ US10 billion was for US forces in Afghanistan . -1 847532 847653 Two of his cousins members of the Jordanian royal family have been mentioned as possible contenders to the throne . In addition , two of his cousins - members of the Jordanian royal family - have been mentioned as possible competition for the throne . -1 1652149 1652120 A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the vehicle following the contestant car to record broken rules and track of the car 's time . A race observer sits in the passenger seat of the follow vehicle to record any broken rules and also keep track of the car 's time . -0 516793 516587 But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Martinez did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights in doing so . But the justices ruled that the police supervisor who repeatedly questioned Mr Martinez as he screamed in pain did not violate his Fifth Amendment rights . -1 1268573 1268483 The single currency dropped to 136.94 yen compared with its late U.S. level of 137.64 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . -1 2610710 2610781 A second Indonesian , Imam Samudra , the so-called " field commander " of the bombings , was sentenced to death last month . Imam Samudra , leader of the team that carried out the bombing , was sentenced to death last month . -1 221002 221083 Bombardier and Embraer will each deliver 85 jets by September 2006 , U.S. Airways said in a release . The Bombardier and Embraer aircraft will be delivered to U.S. Airways by September 2006 . -0 238564 238426 Leung , who faces a maximum of 50 years in prison if convicted , also told the judge that she understood her constitutional rights . Smith , who faces a maximum 40 years in prison if convicted , is free on $ 250,000 bond . -1 106871 106899 " Californians understand that we have some real problems in the state and they want common-sense solutions , and recall isnt one of them , " Davis adviser Roger Salazar said . " Californians understand that we have some real problems ... and they want commonsense solutions , and recall isn 't one of them , " said Davis adviser Roger Salazar . -1 2095812 2095797 The news comes after Drax 's American owner , AES Corp. AES.N , last week walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its restructuring offer . Last week its American owners , AES Corp , walked away from the plant after banks and bondholders refused to accept its financial restructuring offer . -0 472950 472534 Mizuho 's ( JP : 8411 : news , chart , profile ) shares closed up 3,500 yen , or 4.8 percent , to 76,800 yen . Mitsubishi Tokyo Financial ( JP : 8306 : news , chart , profile ) lost 2.6 percent to 444,000 yen . -0 2700675 2700735 A 64 year-old paedophile described by police as the " most prolific Internet groomer ever caught " has been jailed for five years . A PAEDOPHILE from Twickenham has been described by police as the most prolific ' internet groomer ' ever caught . -1 445757 445834 Sylvan Shalom , the Israeli Foreign Minister , said there was a possibility that Mr Bush “ will come to this area ” . Shalom said there was also a possibility that " the president will come to this area . " -0 2984177 2984223 " Now , the other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , " Street said to crowd laughter . " The other guy , he 's ashamed of his party , and I don 't blame him . -1 2266078 2266151 Some 26.5 million shares changed hands , more than three times the daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . Some 11.8 million shares have changed hands , well above its daily average over 10 days of 6.8 million . -1 3444018 3444050 He also said it is too early to know whether a second wave might occur later in the winter . Dr. Ostroff also said it was still too early to know whether a second wave would occur later in the winter . -1 1162940 1162483 Her birthday , 21 April , was declared a public holiday and she attended a reception and a ball . When his grandmother , then-Princess Elizabeth , turned 21 in 1947 , the day was declared a public holiday , and she attended a reception and a ball . -1 213072 213027 " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . But Mr. Crosby told The Associated Press : " Right from the beginning , we didn 't want to see anyone take a cut in pay . -1 609842 609788 The transition is slated to begin no later than June 7 , Dayton said . A two-week transition period will begin no later than June 7 . -0 205145 204942 Miodrag Zivkovic , of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro , won 31 percent of the vote while the independent Dragan Hajdukovic got four percent . Miodrag Zivkovic , the leader of the pro-independence opposition Liberal Alliance , came in second with 31 percent of the vote . -1 2760805 2760895 The greenback scored beefy gains against the euro , yen and Swiss franc despite weaker-than-expected September U.S. retail sales figures . The dollar gained against the euro , yen and Swiss franc after September U.S. retail sales figures came in slightly weaker than consensus forecasts . -0 2849263 2849208 On July 10 , a team of 32 Singaporean police officers was sent to Baghdad . In July 32 Singaporean police officers were sent to Baghdad to help train Iraqi police forces and returned home last month . -1 582195 582326 Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. BTU.N , were up more than 3 percent in afternoon trade . Shares of the company , the second-largest U.S. coal producer behind Peabody Energy Corp. ( BTU ) , were up more than 3 percent at midday . -1 127403 127186 Under the plan being announced Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . Under the plan , which GM and Dow were to announce Wednesday in Washington , GM will provide Dow manufacturing plants with trucks containing fuel cell conversion equipment . -1 1444773 1445053 The American Film Institute recently named her the top female screen legend . In 1999 the American Film Institute named Hepburn as the 20th century 's greatest screen actress . -1 814622 814567 That story also named archbishops Harry J. Flynn , of Minneapolis-St . Paul , and Edwin F. O 'Brien , of the Military Services , as possible candidates . They include two sitting archbishops , Harry J. Flynn of Minneapolis-St . Paul and Edwin F. O 'Brien of the Military Services , head of all US military chaplains . -0 2736238 2736177 A demolitions expert for JI , al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 . Al-Ghozi was arrested in Manila in January 2002 while on a mission to buy explosives for bombing targets in Singapore . -1 1390426 1390317 But Abraham said changes in air-pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) . Changes in air pollution rules would be up to the Environmental Protection Agency . -0 173876 173829 Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have intervened overnight when the yen appreciated to 116 per dollar . Rumours swirled among market participants that Japan may have stepped in overnight and in Tokyo on Friday . -1 903636 903755 Ontario Premier Ernie Eves appointed a judge on Tuesday to hold an independent investigation into how the province has handled SARS . Ontario Premier Ernie Eves announced yesterday that a former judge would conduct an independent investigation of how the province and city handled SARS . -1 1353196 1353174 " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " Fraley said . " Biotech products , if anything , may be safer than conventional products because of all the testing , " said Robert Fraley , Monsanto 's executive vice president . -0 3278643 3278683 Boeing 's board is also expected to decide at its December meeting whether to offer the airplane for sale to airlines . It is widely expected to give Bair formal approval to offer the plane for sale to airlines . -0 3009814 3009757 Bo Hitchcock , Levin 's attorney , declined to comment Friday . Hitchcock has declined to comment on the case , as has Levin . -1 3064974 3064992 They face charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . -0 2529540 2529527 He also said the academy will get its own internal report next week detailing how serious the problem remains . The academy will get its own internal report next week and it will be made public , Rosa said . -0 1356948 1356889 Nissan North America announced yesterday that it will spend $ 250 million to expand its Smyrna assembly plant to bring production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee . Nissan North America Inc. said Wednesday it was moving production of the Pathfinder sport utility vehicle to Tennessee , adding 800 jobs . -1 1497969 1497896 " Kahuku Ranch has world - class qualities - tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity . " " Kahuku Ranch has world-class qualities — tremendous resources , tremendous beauty and tremendous value to global biodiversity , " he said . -1 2815885 2815848 Southwest said it had already inspected its fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional suspicious items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . -0 3044868 3044958 " It ends tonight , " a grim Keanu Reeves announces , in the trailer for The Matrix Revolutions . Keanu Reeves and Hugo Weaving in a scene from the motion picture The Matrix Revolutions . -1 1219325 1219440 His daughter , Nina Axelrod , told The Associated Press that he died in his sleep , apparently of heart failure . Axelrod died in his sleep of heart failure , said his daughter , Nina Axelrod . -1 1263625 1263547 Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media giant Vivendi Universal has given itself two weeks to sift through offers for its U.S. entertainment empire in a multi-billion dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . -1 698958 698941 Stewart said she intends to declare her innocence and proceed to trial if she is indicted , her lawyer said in a statement . Stewart intends to declare her innocence if indicted and proceed to trial , her lawyer said . -1 2375150 2375123 " Three Weeks in October " goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the Washington , D.C.-area sniper shootings started . Moose 's book goes on sale Monday , nearly a year after the sniper shootings started in the Washington area . -0 29291 29363 Klitschko said : " I 'm excited to box in Los Angeles first and then against Lennox Lewis . " I am excited to be fighting in Los Angeles and on HBO , " Klitschko said . -1 2389494 2389527 Several police officers were also said to be seriously hurt . Three other police officers were among five people who were seriously injured . -0 921186 921272 The SIA says the DRAM market is expected to grow 2.9 percent to $ 15.7 billion in 2003 and 43 percent to $ 22.5 billion in 2004 . The Americas market will decline 2.1 percent to $ 30.6 billion in 2003 , and then grow 15.7 percent to $ 35.4 billion in 2004 . -0 195971 196241 He said the Senate has confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Bush took office and " I don 't see much broken . " Mr. Daschle said the Senate had confirmed 124 judicial nominees since Mr. Bush took office . -1 3102696 3102405 The 60-year-old millionaire hugged his attorneys , saying : " Thank you so much . " Moments later , he hugged his defense lawyers , softly saying , " Thank you , so much . " -0 2183965 2183946 The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , to Farida , a " highly cosmopolitan and well-educated young woman " . The report cites the marriage of the alleged operational commander of the Bali bombings , Mukhlas , as an example of how JI uses marriage to grow . -1 2521519 2521624 This deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over , " Geer added . " The deterioration of security compounds when nearly all computers rely on a single operating system subject to the same vulnerabilities the world over . " -1 828490 828644 Last month , 62 Spanish peacekeepers died when their plane crashed in Turkey as they were returning home . In another disaster , 62 Spanish peacekeepers were killed May 26 when their plane crashed in Turkey on their way home . -1 882054 882090 Its legal representatives began meeting with plaintiffs ' attorneys last week to discuss a settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . -1 2665445 2665282 Quattrone is accused of obstructing justice by helping to encourage co-workers in an e-mail to destroy files on lucrative investment banking deals . Quattrone is accused of attempting to obstruct justice by endorsing that e-mail , which encouraged co-workers to destroy files on profitable investment banking deals . -0 2506258 2506211 Of 456 women who had experienced stress , 24 ( 5.3 % ) had developed breast cancer . Of the unstressed women , 23 developed breast cancer and 871 did not . -1 1438658 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers were not harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . -1 3014183 3014149 If the subsidies are not repealed , the European Union is threatening trade sanctions against the United States . The European Union is threatening trade sanctions unless the subsidies are repealed . -1 701814 701794 If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AustMag directors will have to abandon the project in order to avoid trading while the company is insolvent . If the extra equity for the project cannot be found , AMC directors will have to abandon it to avoid trading while AMC is insolvent . -1 2662740 2662692 Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent on a popular instant-messaging feature that shows users when the person on the other end of the conversation is typing a message . -1 1414844 1415063 Prosecutors said the investment was a breach of duty and resulted in the pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . The indictment says the investment was a breach of fiduciary duties and resulted in the state pension fund immediately losing $ 1 million . -0 191355 191501 Taiwan reported 18 additional cases giving it a total of 149 cases and 13 deaths . On Thursday , Taiwan reported 131 suspected cases of the disease -- up 11 cases from a day earlier . -1 1343292 1343185 Nonetheless , the economy " has yet to exhibit sustainable growth . " But the economy hasn 't shown signs of sustainable growth . -1 1438656 1438628 Santa Clara-based Intel had sought the injunction , arguing that Hamidi was trespassing on its computer servers just as though he were intruding on private property . A lower court had considered Hamidi to be trespassing on the Santa Clara-based chipmaker 's servers , just as if somebody were squatting on a piece of physical private property . -1 1021420 1021328 Microsoft said Friday that it is halting development of future Macintosh versions of its Internet Explorer browser , citing competition from Apple Computer 's Safari browser . Microsoft will stop developing versions of its Internet Explorer browser software for Macintosh computers , saying that Apple 's Safari is now all that Apple needs . -1 1716167 1716098 " The only thing that I know for certain is that these are bad people , " Bush told a joint news conference with Blair . But he added : " The only thing I know for certain is that these are bad people . " -1 462488 462474 New cases of SARS might continue to appear , the authors write ominously , " until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted . " New cases might continue to appear until the stratospheric supply of the causative agent becomes exhausted , they said . -1 588211 588199 Such a letter indicates the government intends to pursue an indictment and believes it has substantial evidence to support an indictment , the company said . The Kenilworth-based company said it believes the letter shows that the government plans to pursue a criminal indictment and likely has substantial evidence supporting an indictment . -1 1671677 1671691 Furthermore , with the target fed funds rate at 1 percent , " substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted . " " Furthermore , with the target funds rate at 1 per cent , substantial further conventional easings could be implemented if the FOMC judged such policy actions warranted , " he said . -1 1914418 1914375 The Communicator can also consolidate e-mail from multiple screen names and other POP and IMAP accounts into a single application . AOL Communicator can consolidate e-mail from multiple AOL screen names , as well as from other POP and IMAP-based e-mail accounts . -1 3014182 3014148 It would remove $ 55 billion in tax subsidies for exporters , which are illegal under international trade law , in exchange for new tax breaks . In exchange for new tax breaks , it would remove $ 55 billion of tax subsidies for exporters that are illegal under international trade law . -1 1276754 1276678 " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " said Hagel . " This is a cloud hanging over their credibility , their word , " Hagel said on ABC 's " This Week . " -0 2701523 2701549 Workers ' taxable income then is reduced by that amount . The worker 's taxable income is reduced by that amount , saving money at tax time . -1 62828 62573 He transferred another 10 million shares to a charitable trust and these shares were also liquidated . A further 10 million shares were transferred to a charitable trust , after which they were also sold . -1 1640785 1640758 " Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . " He continued , " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . " -1 3285398 3285278 The outbreak was especially intense in Colorado , where within the past month more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died . The outbreak was particularly intense in Colorado , where more than 6,300 people have been infected and at least six have died in the past month . -0 2300695 2300608 The ministers also intend to initiate plans for a national centre for disease control . The health ministers also announced plans for healthy living and tobacco control strategies . -1 3313775 3313498 Taiwan ranked No. 3 in the world behind China and Hong Kong for SARS deaths and cases . Taiwan ranked No. 3 on the global list for deaths and cases , behind China and Hong Kong . -1 2898367 2898382 She noted some fast-food chains , including McDonald 's , already display calorie information in their stores or on their Web sites . She said some fast-food chains already display calorie information about their meals on their Web sites . -1 2916166 2916205 His wife , who he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his lengthy mission , waited in Moscow . His wife Yekaterina Dmitriyeva , whom he married in a first ever space wedding by a space phone during his daunting mission , was waiting for him in Moscow . -1 1369186 1369215 Not only had Bashir given his blessing but he had asked " that we hit the target well " , Mr Bafana said . Not only giving his blessing but he asked that we hit the target well . " -0 2518830 2518940 Metropolitan Ambulance spokesman James Howe said five people were taken to hospital and three were treated at the scene after yesterday 's incident . Spokesman James Howe said five children aged between 4 and 17 were taken to hospital with neck and chest injuries , while three others were treated at the scene . -1 2931313 2931319 Farmland Foods President George Richter said , " With Smithfield 's support and leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . " With Smithfields leadership , Farmland Foods will succeed and continue to sustain the Midwestern communities which depend on it . -1 1761482 1761442 The panel ordered the Commerce Department to issue revised figures for the duties within 60 days . It called on the Commerce Department to respond within 60 days . -1 666674 666615 Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months in prison for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a firing range in Maryland . Kenneth " Supreme " McGriff was sentenced to 37 months by U.S. District Judge J. Frederick Motz for illegally possessing a handgun as a convicted felon at a Maryland firing range . -0 3060432 3060469 A beauty contest to be held in Italy next week may be the first for pixel-perfect pin-ups . A new beauty contest kicking off in Italy next week will give pixel-perfect pin-ups the chance to steal sultry Sophia 's sex-symbol status . -0 975862 976359 Protesters had been calling for an end to the country 's hard-line establishment and for supreme leader Khamenei 's death . The protesters denounced the country 's supreme leader , hard-liner Ayatollah Ali Khamenei . -0 1396805 1396787 A number of conflicting standards and media formats exist today making the digital home complex to set-up and manage . However , the group points to a number of conflicting standards and media formats . -0 130006 130268 Some 175 million shares traded on the Big Board , a 7 percent increase from the same time a week ago . Some 1.6 billion shares traded on the Big Board , a 17 percent increase over the three-month daily average . -0 138816 138616 The government defeated the rebel motion by 297 votes to 117 in the 659-seat House of Commons . It was defeated by 297 votes to 117 , a Government majority of 180 . -0 1914185 1913978 Peter Smith , a planetary scientist at the University of Arizona , leads the $ 325 million Phoenix mission . TEGA is the product of University of Arizona planetary scientist William Boynton , co-investigator on the Phoenix mission . -1 827860 827836 The new Army Commander is the Masaka Armoured Brigade commanding officer , Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima who is now promoted to major general . PRESIDENT Yoweri Museveni has promoted Brigadier Aronda Nyakairima to Major General and named him Army Commander . -0 1046087 1046014 The final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . -1 1617844 1617745 In morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Coca-Cola shares were down 34 cents at $ 43.67 . Coca-Cola 's shares were steady in late morning trading in New York , down just 13 cents to $ 43.88 . -1 407297 407281 The study found that only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds knew their children were having sex . Only about one-third of parents of sexually experienced 14-year-olds know that their child has had sex , " the report says . -0 1564515 1564467 WorldCom 's financial troubles came to light last year and the company subsequently filed for bankruptcy in July , 2002 . WorldCom 's problems came to light last year , and the company filed for the largest bankruptcy in US history in July 2002 , citing massive accounting irregularities . -1 2129418 2129472 Mr. Bush said he was taking the action in response to Hamas 's claim of responsibility for the bus bombing in Israel on Tuesday that killed 20 people . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . -1 3189862 3189927 Had the creditors turned down the bailout plan , LG Group might have been forced to close down its credit card business . If the creditors turn down the bailout plan , LG Group may have to closedown its card business . -1 1438074 1437632 On Monday , the Dow declined 5.25 , or 0.1 percent , at 8,983.80 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . -0 1708479 1708719 The vulnerability affects NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . They said it affects all default installations of Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server . -1 1712179 1712278 He found that men who had ejaculated more than five times a week in their 20s were a third less likely to develop aggressive prostate cancer later in life . Those who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop serious prostate cancer in later life . -1 759364 758770 " I know of no pressure , " said Mr. Feith , the under secretary of defense for policy . " I know of nobody who pressured anybody , " Douglas Feith , undersecretary of defense for policy , said at a Pentagon briefing . -1 86172 86007 " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats to our future -- terrorism -- this Bush administration chose to settle old scores , " he said . " Instead of pursuing the most imminent and real threats - international terrorists , " Graham said , " this Bush administration chose to settle old scores . " -1 1076875 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . -0 1313546 1313533 Rep. Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , criticized the FDA 's efforts in Florida . Peter Deutsch , D-Fla . , said he wanted to congratulate the FDA . -1 1745013 1744905 The number of hostnames using BSD is nearing four million , while the number of active sites is nearly two million , Netcraft said . The number of host names using BSD is nearing 4 million , whereas the number of active sites is nearly 2 million , Netcraft said . -1 3261180 3261118 The latest arrests come as police continue to question a suspected " potential suicide bomber " detained in the south western town of Gloucester last Thursday . The move came as police continued to question a suspected potential suicide bomber arrested in the southwestern town of Gloucester last Thursday . -1 1810585 1810405 Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released Tuesday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " -0 2307246 2307235 The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month - sliding down to 6.1 percent - as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 . The civilian unemployment rate improved marginally last month _ sliding down to 6.1 percent _ as companies slashed payrolls by 93,000 amid continuing mixed signals about the nation 's economic health . -0 3034696 3034584 Vanderpool said the gunmen were retaliating because the other group had taken the smugglers ' human cargo earlier . One group had taken the other group 's human cargo earlier , he said . -1 2060261 2060226 The Nasdaq composite index rose 13.70 , or 0.8 per cent , to 1700.34 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 13.73 points , or 0.81 percent , to finish at 1,700.34 . -1 2009634 2008964 The proposal likely would result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats to Congress , instead of the state 's current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . The plan would likely result in the election of 22 Republicans and 10 Democrats from Texas , versus the current 17 Democrats and 15 Republicans , officials say . -1 1268400 1268118 " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travelers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi said today at a news conference in Beijing . " After careful analysis , WHO has concluded that the risk to travellers to Beijing is now minimal , " Omi told a news conference in Beijing on Tuesday . -1 1941672 1941685 If requested by outside authorities , however , the FCC will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use . However , the agency said it will provide data from system audit logs to support external investigations of improper Internet use if requested by outside authorities . -1 2126799 2126941 A call to Rev. Christopher Coyne , the spokesman for the archdiocese , was not immediately returned . The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . -1 1529874 1529776 " This fire is going to have a great potential to get into those areas , " Oltrogge said . " The fire is going to have great potential to get in there tomorrow , " he said . -1 872807 872885 Freddie Mac shares were down more than 16 per cent at $ 50.18 at midday yesterday . Freddie Mac shares were off $ 7.87 , or 13.2 percent , at $ 52 in midday trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 738521 737940 At a hearing before U.S. District Judge Miriam Goldman Cedarbaum , she was released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . She was booked out of view of the media , then released without bail until her next court appearance June 19 . -0 1563710 1563816 It says the intervention force will confiscate weapons , reform the police , strengthen the courts and prison system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry . It will also help reform the Royal Solomon Islands Police , strengthen the courts and prisons system and protect key institutions such as the Finance Ministry from intimidation . -0 134438 134570 The Fed afterglow lingered well into Wednesday and enhanced demand for the second installment of a massive U.S. Treasury refunding -- $ 18 billion in five-year notes . In the second installment of a three-legged , record $ 58 billion refunding , the U.S. Treasury is slated to sell $ 18 billion in five-year notes on Wednesday . -0 2121506 2121285 The festival kicked off yesterday one day after the Competition Commission delivered its final verdict to the Government on the proposed £ 4.1 billion merger . The Competition Commission delivered its verdict yesterday on the proposed merger of the two big ITV players , Carlton and Granada . -0 725438 725115 Aileen Boyle , a Simon & Schuster spokeswoman , declined to comment on any potential legal action . Simon & Schuster declined comment on the potential lawsuit and would not confirm the contents of the story . -1 2432219 2432095 " Germany is on the right path , " Mr. Schrder said , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and cuts in taxes . " Germany is on the right path , " he added , specifying his government 's announced structural reform plan , known as Agenda 2010 , and tax cuts . -1 1868527 1868443 However , the Nasdaq composite index managed to eke out a gain of 4.64 points at 1,735.34 . The Nasdaq composite held on to the slimmest of gains , up 4.64 at 1,735.34 . -1 2336269 2336225 Mr. Carter , who won the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met here today with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . Carter , who received the Nobel Peace Prize last year , met in Tokyo yesterday with Japan 's prime minister , Junichiro Koizumi . -0 392647 392752 " I feel confident saying that HP is no longer an integration story , " Fiorina said . " We still have a lot to do , but I feel confident that HP is no longer an integration story . " -0 801583 801530 Making jokes about a mistake like that , that 's not something good people do . " They feel so happy making jokes about a mistake like that , " Sosa said . -0 1349823 1349737 House Democrats renewed their push Wednesday for a deeper investigation into the handling of intelligence on Iraq 's weapons program . Harman sought to strike a balance as some Democrats pushed for deeper investigations into intelligence on Iraq 's weapons programs . -0 1123204 1123232 The woman was hospitalized June 15 , Kansas health officials said . Missouri health officials said he had not been hospitalized and is recovering . -1 2726610 2726295 The two filed a lawsuit in 1998 , alleging IBM 's staff doctors never warned them that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . The two filed a suit in 1998 and allege they were never warned by IBM 's staff doctors that their symptoms could reflect chemical poisoning . -0 2440309 2440332 The lawyer representing Torch Concepts , Rich Marsden did not respond to repeated phone calls . Officials with Torch and JetBlue did not respond to repeated phone calls from the Mercury News seeking comment . -1 949346 949874 As of Wednesday , there were 65 probable SARS cases in the Toronto region . As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people . -1 2297066 2297129 The government said FirstEnergy Nuclear determined that a contractor had established an unprotected high-speed computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the " Slammer " infection to spread internally . It said FirstEnergy determined that a contractor had established an unprotected computer connection to its corporate network that allowed the so-called ``Slammer ' ' worm to spread internally . -1 1189596 1189689 There are only 2,000 Roman Catholics living in Banja Luka now . There are just a handful of Catholics left in Banja Luka . -1 501978 501929 One witness told Anatolian he saw the plane on fire while it was still in the air . One witness told the Anatolian news agency he saw the plane on fire in mid-air . -1 236192 236483 It takes 100 of the 150 House members to conduct business . The Texas house requires 100 of its 150 members to present in order to conduct business . -1 2884490 2884846 OS ANGELES , Oct. 24 Will Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , bring urban vitality to the city 's uninviting downtown area ? OS ANGELES Walt Disney Concert Hall , the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic , is a French curve in a city of T squares . -1 2713318 2713331 The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , are talking to other bands to ask them to step in . The American Chamber of Commerce and InvestHK , which oversees investment into the territory , is talking to other bands to replace the Stones . -0 1279425 1279614 The consensus among Wall Street analysts was for a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . -1 2876833 2876882 We are currently trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . . . . Weber said late Thursday that the company is still trying to understand the scope and details of the investigation . -1 221367 221515 " Frank Quattrone is innocent , " Keker said in a statement . Quattrone lawyer John W. Keker said his client is innocent . -1 1431228 1430954 The stalemate , over less than 1 percent of the budget , is more about politics than policy . The stalemate involved less than 1 percent of the budget and had little to do with policy but everything to do with politics . -1 739967 740730 Abbas told the summit he would end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . At Wednesday 's summit , Abbas pledged to end the " armed intefadeh , " renounced " terrorism against the Israelis wherever they might be " and alluded to the disarming of militants . -0 946020 946033 While a critical success , Luhrmann 's opulent production of the Puccini opera will end with losses of about $ US6 million ( $ A9.2 million ) . Baz Luhrmann 's opulent version of the Puccini opera will fold June 29 after a disappointing seven-month run and losses of about $ 6 million . -1 20676 20601 Mr. Rollins made $ 721,154 in salary and $ 243,389 in bonuses in the prior fiscal year . Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2 million in fiscal 2003 . -1 173863 173814 The single currency rose as far as 135.13 yen , matching a record high hit shortly after the euro 's launch in January 1999 . The single currency rose as far as 135.26 yen , its highest level since the introduction of the single currency in January 1999 . -0 1528413 1528275 Sunnis make up 77 percent of Pakistan 's population , Shiites 20 percent . About 80 percent of Pakistan 's 140 million people are Sunnis . -0 2641970 2641922 The report that cost Mr Forlong his career at Sky News was screened on 29 March . The television report that cost Forlong his career at Sky News and his wife a husband was aired on March 29 . -0 1091318 1091268 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR jumped 20 / 32 , taking its yield to 4.14 percent from 4.18 percent . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR dipped 14 / 32 for a yield of 4.26 percent from 4.23 percent . -1 2813127 2813236 " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in our direction , " he said of his company , formerly named Caldera Systems . " The momentum in the marketplace continues to shift in SCO 's direction , " said Darl McBride , SCO 's president and CEO . -1 1176207 1176132 That means Democrats can block any Supreme Court nominee through a filibuster if they can get 40 of their members to agree . But Democrats can block any potential nominee through a filibuster if they can get 41 votes . -0 2085357 2085436 When a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez agreed they should notify police , who then arrested him . After a mechanic found 33 pounds of marijuana in a secret compartment , Rodriguez , who was at the auto shop , agreed they should notify police . -1 2615832 2615889 Microsoft has proposed a work-around that consumers and enterprises should implement until a new patch is released . In lieu of a direct patch , Microsoft has proposed a workaround that consumers can implement until a new patch is released . -1 3306728 3306690 Take-Two also defended its right to create a " realistic " game for an adult audience . The company also defended its right to " create a video game experience with a certain degree of realism . " -0 1587896 1587859 If the deal is approved , EMC will operate Legato as a software division of EMC headquartered in Mountain View , Calif . EMC intends to operate Legato as a software division of EMC from Legato 's current base in California . -1 2636841 2636644 The suspects are expected to turn themselves in to Pennsylvania authorities within the next few days . The boys are expected to surrender voluntarily to Pennsylvania authorities within the next several days , Zimmer said . -0 1143142 1143187 The provision requires the secretary of Health and Human Services ( news - web sites ) to certify that the importations can be done safely and will be cost-effective . But the measure also requires the secretary of health and human services to certify that the reimportation can be done safely . -1 2601721 2601662 Ms Pike also said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit , but the Government would ensure they remained viable . But Ms Pike said it was not unusual for hospitals to go into deficit and promised services would not be curtailed . -1 1063663 1063718 MAX Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured today in Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities in the United States said . Max Factor cosmetics heir and fugitive rapist Andrew Luster was captured Wednesday in a nightclub at the beach resort of Puerto Vallarta , Mexico , authorities said . -0 1133451 1133285 This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until he leaves elected office , scheduled for 2006 . This means Berlusconi will be safe from prosecution until his term ends in 2006 , unless his government falls before then . -0 883265 883025 They found no blood and no bones , he said . No one has found blood , bones or any other trace of the child . -0 1239028 1239041 Adults , who were shy as toddlers , had stronger brain activity in a part of the brain associated with coyness . When shown pictures of unfamiliar faces , adults who were shy toddlers showed a relatively high level of activity in a part of the brain called the amygdala . -1 783419 783611 Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Sen. John Warner , R-Va . , is also considering a look into the issue . Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman John Warner , R-Va . , said he plans hearings . -0 1495228 1495532 The center 's president , Joseph Torsella , was struck on the head but was able to walk to an ambulance . National Constitution Center President Joseph Torsella was hit in the head and knocked to his knees . -1 971096 971233 Stanford ( 46-15 ) takes on South Carolina today at 11 a.m. in the first game of the College World Series . Stanford ( 46-15 ) plays South Carolina ( 44-20 ) on Friday in the opening game of the double-elimination tournament . -0 2686749 2686713 In recent years , he served on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music . Mr. Istomin was on the piano faculty of the Manhattan School of Music and participated in Professional Training Workshops at Carnegie Hall . -0 1859128 1859177 Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon and said he expected to issue his findings next week . After a day of testimony , Cohen recessed the hearing until this afternoon . -1 758068 758466 Rep. Louise Slaughter , D-N.Y. , declared , " The Congress of the United States has never -- ever -- outlawed a medical procedure . " The Congress of the United States has never — ever — outlawed a medical procedure , " said Rep. Louise McIntosh Slaughter ( D-N.Y. ) . -0 1765897 1765755 Violence persisted , with a U.S. soldier killed early Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad . A U.S. soldier was killed in the early hours Saturday while guarding a bank in west Baghdad , and another American serviceman died Friday . -1 1939644 1939706 Aspen Technology 's shares dropped 74 cents , or 23 percent , to close at $ 2.48 on the Nasdaq . In afternoon trading , Aspen 's shares were off 89 cents or more than 27 percent at $ 2.33 per share . -0 2936209 2936065 In addition , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Mr. Arafat . When the prime minister 's position was established in the spring , it offered the United States and Israel a way to work around Arafat . -1 2760848 2760814 Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback was trading nearly flat at C $ 1.3252 < CAD = > after the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . Against the Canadian dollar , the greenback rose 0.15 percent to $ 1.3260 < CAD = > as the Bank of Canada kept key interest rates unchanged . -1 2229215 2229174 AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices may have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals mitigated the effect . AAA spokesman Jerry Cheske said prices might have affected some plans , but cheap hotel deals made up for it . -1 716600 716885 Nick Markakis , a left-hander from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia , went to the Orioles with the seventh pick . Next , Baltimore took Nick Markakis , a left-handed pitcher and outfielder from Young Harris Junior College in Georgia . -1 1141359 1141157 He was the Ace of Diamonds in a pack of cards depicting Iraqi fugitives that has been issued to U.S. troops . He was the ace of diamonds in a U.S. deck of cards showing pictures of most-wanted Iraqi leaders . -1 1153182 1153169 But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids that smack of intervention around 118 yen . But the yen 's gains were capped by wariness about Japanese intervention , with some traders reporting irregular bids around 118 yen that could be from the Bank of Japan . -0 700603 700553 The Swedish central bank was also meeting on Wednesday and widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday . The Swedish central bank , also meeting on Wednesday , is widely expected to announce a cut on Thursday of as much as half a percentage point . -1 1438883 1438633 Werdegar also said Intel 's servers weren 't harmed by the computer messages and the thousands of recipients were able to request that the E-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . She also noted that Intel 's servers were not harmed and that the thousands of Hamidi e-mail recipients were able to request that the e-mails stop , which Hamidi honored . -1 762361 762315 Ms. Strayhorn said she has hired a constitutional scholar to assist her staff . Strayhorn has brought in a constitutional scholar to advise her on the reallocation . -0 716881 716598 Kansas City drafted outfielder Chris Lubanski , from Kennedy-Kenrick High School in Pennsylvania , with the fifth pick . The Royals chose Chris Lubanski , a high school outfielder from Pennsylvania who hit .528 , with the fifth pick . -0 1571034 1571098 A smaller number , 8 per cent , looked for higher profits through price increases . Another 28 per cent cited stronger demand , while eight per cent intended to boost profits through price increases . -0 1703384 1703477 Hampton Township is just northeast of Bay City and about 100 miles from Bloomfield Township . Hampton Township is located a few kilometers northeast of Bay City , near Michigan 's Thumb . -0 1158835 1158012 RJR spends an estimated $ 30 million annually on NASCAR . NASCAR will get an estimated $ 75 million a year in cash and promotional concessions . -1 578731 578810 Many conservatives have staunchly opposed condom programs , saying they send the wrong message and encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . Some conservative groups have staunchly opposed such programs , saying they send the wrong message and in effect encourage and enable teens to have sex before marriage . -1 1948503 1948545 Police said they will conduct DNA tests to confirm the man 's identity . DNA tests will be performed to confirm his identity . -1 3344358 3344339 Penn Traffic filed for Chapter 11 reorganization at the end of May . Penn Traffic entered chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization May 30 . -1 3264605 3264648 The jury verdict , reached Wednesday after less than four hours of deliberation , followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . -0 2056769 2056762 Actor Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the shows inception in 1994 , extended his contract with the show through the 2004-2005 season . Noah Wyle , who has played Dr. John Carter since the series launched in 1994 , has inked a one-year extension to his deal with producer Warner Bros. TV . -1 1295638 1295554 Investigations by the Air Force inspector general and the Defense Department also are under way . The Air Force inspector general and the Pentagon also are investigating . -1 961822 962243 Earlier Thursday , PeopleSoft formally rejected the unsolicited bid from Oracle . Thursday morning , PeopleSoft 's board rejected the Oracle takeover offer . -0 159377 159256 More than 60 suspected cases have been reported in the United States , none of them fatal . Sixty-five probable cases of SARS have been identified in the United States , along with 255 suspected cases . -0 1656909 1656890 The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . The woman reported that she felt threatened and obtained a warrant for Stackhouse 's arrest from the local magistrate 's office . -0 1319631 1319681 Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . In addition , Goldman raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share , up from 13 cents previously . -1 1957692 1957818 Medicaid is the federal and state government health insurance program for the poor . Medicaid , which receives federal and state funding , is the government health-insurance program for the poor . -0 2330519 2330395 A New Castle County woman has become the first Delaware patient to contract the West Nile virus this year , the state 's Department of Health reported . A 62-year-old West Babylon man has contracted the West Nile virus , the first human case in Suffolk County this year , according to the county health department . -1 1793529 1793600 The 19 face charges including racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . The suspects were charged with racketeering , conspiracy , organized fraud , grand theft and illegal drug sales , all felonies carrying penalties of five to 30 years in prison . -0 21567 21695 Boeing shares fell 3.5 percent to close at $ 27.62 on the New York Stock Exchange , while Lockheed slipped 1.4 percent to $ 49.50 . Boeing shares fell 95 cents , or 3.3 percent , to $ 27.67 at 3 : 30 p.m. in New York Stock Exchange composite trading . -1 1596210 1596235 Searches for survivors from several previous shipwrecks have often had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . In several previous shipwrecks , the search for survivors had to be abandoned for similar reasons , leaving the vessels and most of their passengers unaccounted for . -1 2980078 2980349 The weapon turned out to be a Halloween toy . It turned out that the " weapon " was part of a Halloween costume . -1 2221839 2221875 UAL attorney James Sprayregen told a court hearing yesterday that it would submit a fresh business plan , but gave no indication of when . UAL bankruptcy attorney James Sprayregen said at a court hearing the company will submit an updated business plan to the Air Transportation Stabilization Board , but gave no timeframe . -1 1951468 1951668 There were estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises , but most of the businesses were non- operative , he said . There are estimated to be between 400,000 and 750,000 Iraqis employed by state-owned enterprises in Iraq , but most of the businesses are currently inoperative , he said . -1 3408026 3408048 Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later Sunday as a U.S. convoy was traveling near Fallujah , killing an American soldier and wounding three others . Attackers detonated a second roadside bomb later yesterday as a U.S. convoy was travelling near Falluja , just west of Baghdad , killing an U.S. soldier and wounding three others . -0 2269403 2269062 He and 13 others were arrested Monday after blocking traffic in support of striking university workers . On Friday , 83 strike supporters were arrested for blocking traffic . -0 2332188 2332155 At 11 p.m. , Henri was centered about 70 miles southwest of St. Petersburg and was becoming disorganized as it drifted south at about 3 mph , forecasters said . Henri was centered about 75 miles southwest of Cedar Key and was moving east-northeast at 5 mph , forecasters said . -1 1787964 1787832 Southwest said it recently exercised remaining options for the delivery of nine Boeing 737-700s next year . Boeing said yesterday that Southwest exercised options to purchase 15 737s for delivery next year . -1 1822072 1821940 My judgment is 95 percent of that information could be declassified , become uncensored so the American people would know , " Mr. Shelby said on NBC 's " Meet the Press . " " My judgement is 95 percent of that information should be declassified , become uncensored , so the American people would know . " -1 1125898 1125882 Following the ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers of pending action , it issued another statement that Hewitt has added to his suit . Following ATP 's notification by Hewitt 's lawyers that action was pending , it issued another statement in April which Hewitt has added to his suit . -0 3037584 3037512 " I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said . Im very proud of the citizens of this state , said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe . -1 1810461 1810405 Dotson , 21 , admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him , " according to an arrest warrant released yesterday . According to an arrest warrant released Tuesday , Dotson admitted to FBI agents that he shot Dennehy in the head " because Patrick had tried to shoot him . " -1 2954900 2954875 If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches in the years to come , he wrote . " If this escalation continues as Rowling concludes the saga , there may be an epidemic of Hogwarts headaches for years to come . " -1 1630582 1630654 The program , which downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer only briefly to allow visitors to view it , is invisible to the computer 's owner . The program , which only briefly downloads the pornographic material to the usurped computer , is invisible to the computer 's owner . -0 315786 315654 On March 6 , the board , most of them appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to the hikes ; they were implemented at the beginning of this month . On March 6 , the board , most of whose members were appointed by Gov. George Pataki , unanimously agreed to impose the hikes . -0 786531 786685 From that point until costs reached $ 5,300 , the individual would pay 100 percent of the bill . Above that , Medicare would pay 90 percent of all drug costs . -0 2232543 2232292 Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports , and the remainder are Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . -0 3413983 3413920 Mailblocks was founded five years after WebTV was acquired by Microsoft for $ 425 million . WebTV was sold to Microsoft in 1997 for $ 425 million and today is called MSN TV . -1 2776661 2776608 The specific product that is the subject of the petition , 6000 series aluminium alloy rolled plate , is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . At the center of the petition is a 6000 series aluminum alloy rolled plate that is used for general-purpose engineering , tooling and die applications . -1 593848 593880 " We will keep fighting within the law ... against this terrorist group and those who support it . " We will keep fighting , within the law , against the terrorist band . " -1 260925 260953 Only one third of high-speed trains within France were running , national rail company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer said . One third of high-speed trains within France will run , national railway company Societe Nationale des Chemins de Fer estimates . -1 2255545 2255526 Instead of remains , the Ragusas will bury a vial of Michael 's blood , which he had donated to a bone marrow center . Instead of Ragusa 's remains , his family will bury a vial of blood he had donated to a bone marrow center . -0 138066 137972 " But I do question the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " -0 126766 126736 But it now has 600 fewer stores - about 1,500 in all - and a $ 2 billion loan to compete against bigger merchants . It now has 600 fewer stores -- about 1,500 in all -- and a $ 2 billion loan . -1 151890 152260 Two of the six people who testified before Congress Wednesday were engaged in a bitter dispute about airing Yankees games . Two of the six people that testified to Congress today were engaged in a bitter dispute over airing Yankees games . -1 1793541 1793607 Tampering with medicine has been so lucrative that many of those arrested lived in million-dollar homes . Tampering with medicine apparently was so lucrative , investigators said , that many of the suspects lived in million-dollar homes . -1 2844586 2844316 The new link between Mohammed and Pearl was first reported in Tuesday 's editions of The Wall Street Journal . The US acknowledgment that it suspects that Mohammed killed Pearl was first reported in yesterday 's editions of the Journal . -1 305630 305407 The decades-long conflict has killed more than 10,000 people in the resource-rich province , most of them civilians . More than 10,000 people , most of them civilians , have been killed in three decades of insurgency . -1 2643172 2643267 In Somalia , only 26 % of adolescent females ( aged 10-19 ) have heard of Aids and just 1 % know how to protect themselves . In Somalia , the report says , only 26 percent of adolescent girls have heard of AIDS and only 1 percent know how to protect themselves . -1 2088333 2088281 " Of course the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing , " Mr. Connolly said . And , of course , the FBI agent who ran him down received nothing - no ticket , no violation . " -0 2164706 2164291 At least two dozen people were killed and scores injured . More than a dozen people were killed in those attacks . -0 2273670 2273060 The U.S.-backed Governing Council appointed a cabinet of 25 ministers , most of them little-known , saying they represented the will of Iraq . The U.S.-backed Governing Council named the cabinet of 25 ministers on Monday , most of them little-known . -0 548992 549040 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman accused President Bush on Wednesday of presiding over a new economy with old thinking , and for failing to reward innovation in the workplace . Democratic presidential candidate Joe Lieberman criticized President Bush on Wednesday for a sluggish economy that has kept Americans out of work . -1 332116 331983 Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over bomb attacks in Jakarta and the North Sumatran city of Medan . Police said three of them had also been detained last week and held for two days as suspects over recent bomb attacks . -1 2933340 2933394 He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they ... are conducting their prayers . " He said they should " not really be patrolling or be around those areas when they are in their time of when they 're conducting their prayers . " -1 2886706 2886559 The search feature works with around 120,000 titles from 190 publishers , which translates into some 33 million pages of searchable text . The feature , which has the approval of book publishers , puts some 33 million pages of searchable text at the disposal of Amazon.com shoppers . -1 2760846 2760812 The dollar rose 0.6 percent to 109.54 yen < JPY = > and climbed more than 1 percent to 1.3315 Swiss francs < CHF = > . The dollar rose around 0.6 percent against the Japanese currency to 109.51 yen < JPY = > and climbed 1 percent against the Swiss franc to 1.3302 francs < CHF = > . -0 2945066 2945067 Late trading : Placing a buy order for a mutual fund after 4 p.m. ET and getting it at that day 's closing net asset value . Forward pricing : Law that states mutual fund shares bought after 4 p.m. ET are priced at the next day 's closing net asset value . -0 50656 50518 " Fighting continued until midnight , " western rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone on Sunday . " They ransacked and burned the two villages completely , " rebel commander Ousmane Coulibaly told Reuters by satellite phone from the bush . -0 1209690 1209749 Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and right fielder Aubrey Huff were ejected for arguing after Huff was called out on strikes to end the ninth . Tampa Bay manager Lou Piniella , bench coach John McLaren and Huff all were ejected in the middle of the ninth . -0 2383572 2383564 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index advanced 5.37 , or 0.5 percent , to 1,020.18 . The Standard & Poor 's paper products index .GSPPAPR was one of the leading sectors , up 2 percent . -1 2236726 2236448 Every day more American soldiers die . We 're losing one or two American soldiers every day . -0 1451705 1451721 A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the protests , which the NLC called in defiance of a court order banning them . A coalition of campaign groups , including the militant national students body , is backing the action and is mobilising for protests . -0 895132 895292 The Seattle band 's groundbreaking grunge anthem is No. 1 on VH1 's list of the " 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . " See the complete list of VH1 's ' 100 Greatest Songs of the Past 25 Years . -1 3443049 3443098 Drinking more coffee may reduce the risk of developing the most common form of diabetes , a study has found . Drinking caffeinated coffee , you see , may significantly reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes , the most common form of the disease . -0 1901007 1901069 In Britain , temperatures threatened to top the 37.1 C ( 98.8 F ) all-time high . Western and southwestern Germany were expected to see temperatures hit 38 C ( 100.4 F ) . -1 3280168 3280092 A car and a house were hit in the latest shootings , said Chief Deputy Steve Martin of the Franklin County sheriff 's office . A car and a house were hit in the new shootings , the chief deputy sheriff of Franklin County , Steve Martin , said . -1 200221 200024 In a letter sent to The Times and read to the Associated Press after his resignation , Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologized for his " lapse of journalistic integrity . " In a letter sent to The New York Times after his resignation , Mr Blair blamed " personal issues " and apologised for his " lapse of journalistic integrity " . -1 3003546 3003536 " September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " said George Scalise , president of the SIA . " September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement . -1 2698796 2698674 No pill is ever expected to replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . Nobody is saying such a pill could replace earplugs and other mechanical ear protection . -0 3176415 3176292 In after-hours trading , H-P shares rose 62 cents to $ 22.83 after adding 56 cents in the regular session . In after-hours trading , Hewlett-Packard shares rose 55 cents , to $ 22.86 , according to Instinet . -0 1950621 1950831 Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing recall several recall cases , one of which a Los Angeles court dismissed on Friday . Lower state courts and federal courts are still hearing cases on the recall , but the prospects are uncertain . -0 1167666 1167631 To reach John A. Dvorak , who covers Kansas , call ( 816 ) 234-7743 or send e-mail to jdvorak @ kctar.com. To reach Brad Cooper , Johnson County municipal reporter , call ( 816 ) 234-7724 or send e-mail to bcooper @ kcstar.com. -1 956231 956502 He will be paid $ 395,000 per year , up from Atkinson 's current salary of $ 361,400 . Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 . -1 1928842 1928345 He admits he occasionally lived the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . Schwarzenegger has admitted to occasionally living the life of a playboy : smoking pot , chasing women and living fast and loose . -1 375016 374966 The case puts the Supreme Court back into the debate over the separation of church and state . The case marks the court 's second major separation of church and state case in two years . -1 2467955 2467995 In 2001 , the number of death row inmates nationally fell for the first time in a generation . In 2001 , the number of people on death row dropped for the first time in a decade . -1 859790 859269 The contract also includes a $ 200,000 buyout . Perkins also had a $ 200,000 buyout clause in his contract . -1 3102538 3102255 Prosecutors contended that Mr. Durst had plotted the murder to assume Mr. Black 's identity . Prosecutors maintained that Durst murdered Black to try to assume Black 's identity . -1 1612534 1612553 " The lives of American warfighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " said Defense Department Inspector General Joseph Schmitz . " The lives of American war-fighters can be placed at direct risk through illegal transfer of military components , " Joseph Schmitz , Defence Department inspector general , said . -1 2625928 2625910 Thirty-eight percent of patients surveyed in five urban clinics believed the myth that cancer spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a poll to be published Tuesday . Thirty-eight percent of cancer patients in five urban clinics believed the myth that the disease spreads when exposed to air during surgery , according to a survey . -1 616425 616448 For the first quarter , HP pulled in $ 2.94 billion and captured 27.9 percent of the market . H-P came in second with nearly $ 3.32 billion in sales and 26 percent of the market 's revenue . -1 679659 679574 Still , Mauresmo has the confidence of having beaten Serena for the first time and also is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss Sunday to Vera Zvonareva . She has the confidence of having beaten her for the first time and she is buoyed by Venus Williams ' upset loss of two days ago . -1 306643 306346 The latest attack came just two days after three suicide bombers drove a truck loaded with explosives into a government office complex in northern Chechnya , killing 59 people . The attacks came two days after suicide bombers detonated a truck bomb in a Government compound in northern Chechnya , killing 59 . -0 1402055 1402122 " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination , " writes Steinberg , of Johns Hopkins University . " I reliably receive reminders when my dog needs a vaccination and when my car is due for maintenance , " he said . -0 147744 147573 In early afternoon trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 18.42 , or 0.2 percent , at 8,569.94 . Since sinking to 2003 lows in early March , the Dow Jones industrial average has rallied 13.8 % . -1 1717414 1717547 The legislation opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to the Solomons and to carry out law enforcement functions . " Once the legislation enters into force , it opens the way for police and other personnel to be deployed to Solomon Islands and to carry out law-enforcement functions . -0 1268574 1268483 Falls in euro / yen also pushed down the dollar against the yen , with the pair at 118.32 yen compared with Friday 's late New York level of 118.51 . Against the Japanese currency , the euro was at 136.06 yen compared with the late New York level of 136.03 / 14 . -0 3173810 3173777 Wells Fargo and Quicken Loans couldn 't be reached for comment Wednesday afternoon . Wells Fargo was not available for comment , and a Quicken Loans spokeswoman declined immediate comment . -1 2704862 2704026 The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment at the CIA . The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency . -1 2504394 2504360 Mr Neil said that according to the source , the report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . According to the BBC , the group 's interim report will say its inspectors have not even unearthed " minute amounts of nuclear , chemical or biological weapons material " . -0 1851731 1851926 Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , said : " We have one headline . Pearson , led by Marjorie Scardino , the chief executive , publishes its interim results this week . -1 1840006 1840048 Randall Simon singled to right for the second run . Randall Simon followed with an RBI single to right . -0 2274889 2274833 She was physically ill several times on the day he died , she said . " In fact , I was physically sick several times at this stage , because he looked so desperate , " she said . -1 1111135 1111162 No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and it appeared the measure faced a tougher road there . No legislative action is final without concurrence of the House , and few were predicting what fate the bill would meet there . -1 238654 238556 This is a case about a woman who for 20 years dedicated her life to this country , " said Janet Levine . " This case is about a woman who for over 20 years dedicated herself to this country , " Levine said . -1 1547600 1547406 " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts , R-Kan . , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " Sunday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla ... effort . " " In Iraq , " Sen. Pat Roberts ( R-Kan . ) , chairman of the intelligence committee , said on CNN 's " Late Edition " yesterday , " we 're now fighting an anti-guerrilla . . . effort . " -1 2242224 2242625 The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note rose as high as 4.66 percent Aug. 14 from 3.07 percent in June . The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose to 4.46 % from 4.42 % late Thursday . -0 1770489 1770322 The farmers market reopened Saturday ; at least 11 people remained hospitalized , three in critical condition . At least 11 people remained hospitalized Saturday , three of them in critical condition . -1 2120441 2120430 A Trillian representative did not return an e-mail requesting comment . The representative did not return calls seeking additional comment . -1 875530 875567 State health officials have reported 18 suspected cases in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . As of yesterday afternoon , 22 suspected cases had been reported in Wisconsin , 10 in Indiana and five in Illinois . -1 2706577 2706249 No charges have been filed in the deaths of the other victims ; Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . -1 1629896 1629393 The head of the panel -- Tillie Fowler , a former US representative from Florida -- told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . The head of the panel , former Rep. Tillie Fowler of Florida , told present and past commanders that cadets don 't trust them . -0 923806 923784 Cable high-speed lines increased 32.2 percent to 243,143 . For the full year , high-speed ADSL increased by 64 percent . -1 2348149 2348163 " It 's unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt , " said Taylor Gross , a White House spokesman . " It is unfortunate that Senator Clinton would seek to politicize such a qualified nominee as Governor Leavitt . -1 882005 881903 The girl turned up two days later at a convenience store several cities away , shaken but safe , and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . The arrest came hours after the girl turned up at a convenience store several cities away and helped lead police to her alleged abductor . -1 1082745 1082697 Ride , astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein will enter the hall of fame together . Ride will be enshrined along with astronauts Story Musgrave , Robert " Hoot " Gibson and Daniel Brandenstein . -1 1850477 1850442 They varied greatly , ranging from one per cent or two per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality US brand called American Spirit . The results ranged from 1 per cent or 2 per cent to 36 per cent for a speciality brand called American Spirit . -1 960482 960585 The board is investigating whether a shortage of funds in the shuttle program compromised safety . The board is investigating whether this compromised safety on the shuttle . -1 607085 607213 The island nation reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making Taiwan 's epidemic the fastest-growing in the world . Taiwan reported 65 new cases on May 22 , a one-day record , and 55 new cases on May 23 , making its epidemic the world 's fastest-growing . -0 1787955 1787922 A year earlier , it posted a profit of $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . -1 2726643 2726697 British-born astronaut Michael Foale is about to fly into space to take up his post as commander of the International Space Station . British-born astronaut Michael Foale is on his way to take command of the international space station . -1 2750580 2750611 Clark said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be part of the Department of Homeland Security . Clark , one of nine Democrats seeking the nomination , said the program would cost about $ 100 million a year and would be within the Department of Homeland Security . -1 1916325 1916124 Ximian brings Novell unparalleled expertise , strengthening our ability to work with [ our ] customers and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " " Ximian brings Novell unparalleled Linux expertise . . . [ and strengthens ] our ability to work with and leverage open source initiatives more constructively . " -1 1260012 1260081 Video replays suggested the ball had hit the ground before making contact with Sangakkara 's foot . Television replays , though , showed the ball had touched the ground before Sangakkara 's boot ( 262 for 4 ) . -1 1002861 1002848 The GPO previously closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Cleveland , and Columbus . Since 2001 , the agency has closed bookstores in San Francisco , Boston , Philadelphia , Chicago , Birmingham , Ala . , Cleveland , Columbus , Ohio , and Washington . -1 342319 342066 Peterson is charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and unborn son . Peterson , 30 , is awaiting trial on two counts of murder for the deaths of his wife , Laci , and their unborn son . -0 3181208 3181242 A second victim , Michael Walker , 23 , was struck in the torso , the bullet perforating his lung . The other victim , Michael Walker , of 550 Barbey Street , was struck in the neck . -0 1438101 1437632 In late morning trading , the Dow was up 13.88 , or 0.2 percent , at 9,002.93 , having shed 2.3 percent last week . In early trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 39.94 , or 0.4 percent , at 8,945.50 , having slipped 3.61 points Monday . -0 3448500 3448457 Ryland Group ( nyse : RYL - news - people ) , a homebuilder and mortgage-finance company , sank $ 9.65 , or 11.6 percent , to $ 73.40 . Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson ( nasdaq : QCOM - news - people ) jumped $ 2.88 , or 15.7 percent , to $ 21.28 . -1 869770 870219 PeopleSoft 's board now has 10 business days to evaluate the Oracle offer and make a recommendation to its shareholders . Nevertheless , PeopleSoft must review Oracle 's tender offer and make a recommendation to shareholders . -1 3261114 3261175 They named the man charged as Noureddinne Mouleff , a 36-year-old of North African origin who was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne last week . Last week , Nur al-Din Muliff , a 36-year-old of North African origin , was arrested in the southern coastal town of Eastbourne . -0 1721812 1721993 Fatalities in rollover crashes accounted for 82 percent of the increase in 2002 , NHTSA said . Alcohol-related fatalities accounted for 41 percent of the total number of deaths . -0 1219621 1219396 His next play , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " a satire on Hollywood , lasted more than a year on Broadway . His next play , Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? , lasted more than a year on Broadway and was also filmed by Fox . -1 2532890 2532868 " I am unaware of any genuine entries concerning British servicemen in the police records , " said a spokesman for the British High Commission in Nairobi yesterday . " I am therefore unaware of any genuine entries concerning rapes by British servicemen in police records , " the spokesman said . -1 941629 941684 Amrozi said Jews and the US and its allies had evil plans to colonise countries like Indonesia . Jews , Americans and their allies had " evil " plans to colonise nations like Indonesia , Amrozi said . -1 3244942 3245075 It is so far out in international water that the finder Odyssey Marine Exploration , of Tampa , Fla . , does not have to share the wealth with any governments . And because it is so far out in international water , salvage company Odyssey Marine Exploration doesn 't have to share the wealth with coastal state governments . -1 774666 774871 An unclear number of people were killed and more injured . Four people were killed and 50 injured in the attacks . -1 2694616 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed to The Associated Press that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . -1 763570 763491 " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . " Of course I want to win again , but I think is worse when you never won before because you are very anxious , " he says . -1 61159 61387 CS 's other main division , Financial Services , made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent below the prior quarter . CS Financial Services made a 666 million franc net profit , six percent less than in the fourth quarter of last year . -1 1396810 1396798 The answer , the group said , would be to " create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . " The DHWG says it will instead create a format that can be used by all devices but can accommodate other formats . -1 1782250 1782593 Recall proponents claim to have turned in more than 1.6 million signatures . Recall sponsors say they have submitted 1.6 million signatures . -1 3355473 3355625 Kelly said Mr Rumsfeld last month made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honour should go to all men and women who wear the US uniform . Kelly said Rumsfeld , in a November interview , made the unsolicited suggestion that this year 's honor go to all men and women who wear the U.S. uniform . -1 1418561 1418105 Carlton Dotson , a teammate who lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he talked to police Friday but was instructed not to talk about the case . Carlton Dotson , who was on the team last season and lives in Hurlock , Md . , said he was told not to talk about the case . -0 368021 368077 PowderJect is roughly 20 percent owned by CEO Drayson , a high-profile UK businessman , and his family . PowderJect , roughly 20 percent owned by Chief Executive Paul Drayson and his family , reported surging annual profit early this month . -0 1802596 1802526 Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said the push for higher standards and accountability " is showing results . " Schools Chancellor Joel Klein said he was pleased by the results . -0 123103 123128 The husband 's family says he has since passed two lie detector tests . The Web site said Dr. Aronov had passed two lie detector tests , one administered by the police . -1 3442417 3442438 However , disability declined by more than 10 percent for those 60 to 69 , the study said . Meanwhile , for people aged 60 to 69 , disability declined by more than 10 percent . -1 1079150 1079096 " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of service men and women during his 25 years of service , " Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist said yesterday . " Admiral Black has provided spiritual guidance to thousands of servicemen and women during his 25 years of service , " Frist said . -1 775854 775892 On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge soon , the officials said . On Monday , Christian Ganczarski was apprehended at the airport and was to appear before an anti-terrorism judge in the coming days , the officials said on condition of anonymity . -0 2662158 2662046 The Standard Edition is $ 15,000 per processor or $ 300 per named user . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . -0 2082785 2082239 Ottawa police reported 23 cases of looting , along with two deaths possibly attributed to the outage - a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . In Canada 's capital of Ottawa , police reported two deaths possibly linked to the power outage — a pedestrian hit by a car and a fire victim . -0 2464926 2464870 The teen was in critical condition with life-threatening wounds , police said in a news release . The teen was in critical condition at Sacred Heart Medical Center , police said in a news release . -1 20923 20886 United already has paid the city $ 34 million in penalties for missing the first round of employment targets . United has paid $ 34 million in penalties for failing to meet employment targets . -1 3301459 3301557 Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne was in intensive care today as he continued his “ steady ” recovery from a quad bike accident . Wild rock legend Ozzy Osbourne could be kept in intensive care for “ several days ” following his quad bike accident , his doctor said tonight . -1 1692026 1692079 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . Analysts currently expect earnings of 13 cents a share and revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average , according to a survey by Reuters Research . -0 1545837 1545878 He plans to visit an AIDS clinic in Uganda and meet with infected mothers in Nigeria . From there he plans to visit South Africa and make stops in Botswana , Uganda and Nigeria . -1 3254208 3254262 Colorado Attorney-General Ken Salazar later said his office has also filed suit against Invesco , charging it with violations of the state 's consumer protection act . Colorado Attorney General Ken Salazar also filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Invesco , accusing it of violating the state 's Consumer Protection Act . -1 2857994 2857985 Preventing stronger gains , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell 1.3 percent to A $ 12.43 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 1.9 percent to A $ 4.75 after a weak performance overnight . Holding the market back , News Corp < NCP.AX > fell two percent to A $ 12.34 and Brambles < BIL.AX > dropped 2.3 percent to A $ 4.73 after a weak performance overnight . -0 1077146 1076866 Police said her two small children were alone in the apartment for up to two days . Police said her two small children were alone there for up to two days as she lay dead . -1 3065081 3065062 All five were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . -1 3003054 3002969 Long lines formed outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines Sunday as Israelis prepared to weather a strike that threatened to paralyze the country . Long lines formed Sunday outside gas stations and people rushed to get money from cash machines as Israelis braced for the strike 's effects . -1 2570310 2570364 But he confessed : " There 's total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds . " But he said there was a " total fear to start with because you are completely at the mercy of the winds " . -0 2309422 2309399 Marc Garber , Whitley 's attorney , had a different view . Whitley 's attorney , Marc Garber , called the ruling " a huge victory . " -1 1808839 1808866 Siebel , whose fortunes soared with the tech boom , has cut nearly one-third of its workforce since the end of 2001 . With the purge , Siebel will have cut 2,400 employees - or nearly one-third of its workforce - since the end of 2001 . -0 1458116 1457912 Her lawyer , William Zabel , could not be reached . Ms. Kennedy Cuomo 's lawyer , William D. Zabel , said she would not comment . -0 315770 315638 The Metropolitan Transportation Authority was given two weeks to restore the $ 1.50 fare and the old commuter railroad rates , York declared . The Metropolitan Transportation Authority , which plans to appeal , was given until May 28 to restore the old subway and bus fare and the old commuter railroad rates . -1 3059963 3059991 Microsoft this week released a critical update to fix a bug with its newly released Office 2003 suite . Microsoft has released a critical update for its newly released office suite , Office 2003 . -1 2854524 2854472 About 1,557 genes on chromosome 6 are thought to be functional . The remaining 1,557 genes are believed to be all functional . -1 2724579 2724652 About 22 % of twentysomethings are obese , which is roughly 30 pounds over a healthy weight . About 31 percent of Americans are now obese — roughly 30 or more pounds over a healthy weight . -1 1780523 1780684 " There is always a danger of casualties in something like this . Howard said there was always a risk of casualties . -1 862810 862724 " She was crying and scared , ' said Isa Yasin , the owner of the store . " She was crying and she was really scared , " said Yasin . -1 1048574 1048764 The same flood that blocked the airport road also swamped a Federal Express depot . The water blocking the airport road swamped several buildings , including a Federal Express depot . -1 201919 201848 He wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man , " he said . " He 's wild , he wants to kill him , but then I suppose I 'd be that angry too if somebody tried to kill my old man . " -0 968647 968699 Sovereign , based in Philadelphia , expects to close the acquisition in the first quarter of 2004 . Sovereign said it expects the merger to close in the first quarter of 2004 , subject to regulatory and First Essex shareholder approval . -0 174280 174670 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > jumped 26 points , or 1.78 percent , to 1,516 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . -0 1958081 1958144 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC ended off 8.15 points , or 0.49 percent , at 1,644.03 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . -0 2798493 2798323 The high profile two-week campaign – which started on September 28 – was designed to show a strong police presence around London . The high profile , two-week campaign was designed to show a strong police presence around London and resulted in 42 arrests , which a spokesman said was " pretty impressive " . -1 3271456 3271286 All of those governments have said their support will not waver , though public sentiment is rising against it . The governments of those countries have said that despite rising public opposition , their support will not waver . -0 2182379 2182281 U.N. inspectors found traces of highly enriched , weapons-grade uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility , a report by the U.N. nuclear agency says . United Nations inspectors have discovered traces of highly enriched uranium near an Iranian nuclear facility , heightening worries that the country may have a secret nuclear weapons program . -0 199488 199513 Since being drafted into service in 1971 , it has racked up a record 45 accidents , with 393 deaths . It has a chequered safety record , including 47 accidents that resulted in 668 deaths . -0 1399401 1399370 Other , more traditional tests are also available . Traditional tests also are available at no cost today . -1 1807913 1807986 All along , we were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time , " she said . She insisted that throughout the mission , managers " were basing our decisions on the best information that we had at the time . " -1 1851555 1851377 He said Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling CDMA chips without much competition . " Qualcomm has enjoyed many years of selling ... against little or no competition , " Hubach said in the statement . -1 345305 344783 It passed only after Republicans won the support of two wavering senators , Democrat Ben Nelson of Nebraska and Republican George Voinovich of Ohio . It passed only after Republicans won the support of Voinovich and another wavering senator , Nelson of Nebraska . -1 422013 421929 The jump in tobacco shares was led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.28 . Shares of the cigarette makers jumped on the news , led by New York-based Altria , whose shares rose almost 10 percent to $ 38.30 . -1 2930014 2930092 Veritas will offer its File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server software products on SUSE Enterprise Server in the first quarter next year . Already in beta , Veritas ' File System , Volume Manager and Cluster Server products for SuSE Enterprise Linux Server should drop into the hands of customers in early 2004 . -0 1273439 1273223 Washington , however , said more was needed to prevent complaints being filed in the first place . But the US insisted it wanted more done to prevent complaints being filed in the first place , preferably by repealing the entire law . -0 1787954 1788039 Southwest 's net income amounted to $ 246 million , or 30 cents per share . With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . -0 953776 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . -0 1342025 1341941 If Lee is indicted , prosecutors will seek the death penalty . Prosecutors filed a motion informing Lee they intend to seek the death penalty . -1 3059966 3059994 Microsoft has released separate patches for client and administrative versions of Office 2003 . Separate downloadable patches are available for the client and administrative versions of Office . -1 1054641 1054466 The Nasdaq Composite increased by 40.09 points , or 2.5 per cent , to 1666.58 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was up 5.64 points , or 0.34 percent , at 1,672.22 . -0 2631971 2632114 The nine largest airlines had $ 75.4 billion in revenue last year . Since Sept . 11 , 2001 , the six largest airlines have lost a combined $ 18 billion . -1 210652 210694 Three Southern politicians who risked their political careers by fighting against bigotry and intolerance were honored Monday with John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Awards for 2003 . Three Southern politicians who ``stood up to ancient hatreds ' ' were honored Monday with Profile in Courage Awards from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum . -0 1636439 1636701 The effort is the Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services . July 10 - The Bush administration 's latest effort to expand the role of religious organizations in government services enlists church-based youth groups in anti-drug programs . -1 722302 721936 It also said it expects a civil complaint by the Securities and Exchange Commission . Stewart also faces a separate investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -0 1977631 1977694 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 2 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,649 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up a mere 0.04 of a point at 1,653 . -1 912583 912423 A top aide to state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was charged Wednesday with raping an unidentified , 22-year-old female state Assembly employee . A top aide to Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver was arrested yesterday for allegedly raping a 22-year-old legislative staffer after a night on the town . -1 3452805 3453061 Officials say Peeler and Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . According to the GBI , Ms. Peeler and Mr. Jones were never legally married but had a common-law marriage . -0 611560 611447 He made the same decree in June 2002 , but that measure was limited to the southern city of Arequipa amid fatal protests against the privatization of two power firms . That measure was limited to the city of Arequipa amid protests , that killed three people , against the sale of two power firms . -0 2686714 2686744 In 1975 he married Marta Casals , the widow of Pablo Casals . Istomin later married Casals ' widow , Marta , after Casals ' death in 1973 . -1 1583419 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " investigating board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . -0 2452548 2452405 The Washington Times first reported yesterday that Army Capt. James . The arrest was reported in The Washington Times today . -1 2430069 2429899 The cards are issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and show the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the card holder . The card is issued by Mexico 's consulates to its citizens living abroad and shows the date of birth , a current photograph and the address of the cardholder . -1 139941 139792 The final chapter in the trilogy , The Matrix Revolutions , is out in November . The third and final film , " The Matrix Revolutions , " will be released in November . -1 1530052 1529676 The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the 2-week-old fire that already had blackened 70,000 acres . The losses occurred overnight in Willow Canyon , one of three areas in the Santa Catalina Mountains threatened by the resurgent Aspen fire . -1 144946 144925 Their election increases the board from seven people to nine . Their appointments increase Berkshire 's board to nine from seven members . -0 1259546 1259298 But a U.S. appeals court in San Francisco disagreed and upheld the law . The high court reversed a decision by a U.S. appeals court that upheld the law . -0 1427843 1427658 The Boston Archdiocese has faced waves of scandal that have not only angered victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests . The waves of scandal angered not only victims ' advocates but parishioners and some priests , to the point that Law could no longer run the archdiocese . -0 2662092 2662046 " This is not a scaled-down version of the Oracle Enterprise Edition or Standard Edition [ database ] . The Standard Edition One is a single processor version of the Oracle Standard Edition Database . -1 202295 202144 Significantly , it made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemah Islamiyah , accused of being behind the attacks . The address made no mention of the role of terrorist organisation Jemaah Islamiyah , which was behind the attacks . -0 1894838 1894788 One , from a former CIBC executive , described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " The report quotes extensively from internal e-mails , including one from a former CIBC executive who described the returns earned by the bank on its Enron deals as " outrageous . " -1 774300 774517 The MDC said a supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital on Wednesday after being tortured and assaulted by soldiers putting down the protests . The MDC said that an opposition supporter , Tichaona Kaguru , died in hospital after being tortured and assaulted by the soldiers putting down the anti-Mugabe protests . -0 129778 130265 The Nasdaq Composite Index lost 16.95 , or 1.1 percent , to 1507.76 , its first slide in five days . The Nasdaq Composite Index rose 19.67 , or 1.3 percent , to 1523.71 , its highest since June 18 . -1 1428346 1428187 That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , said State Department spokesman Richard Boucher , who did not identify them . That leaves about three dozen at risk of aid cutoffs , Boucher said without identifying them . -1 2174134 2174119 " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of the aircraft financing capability in this country , " Mr. Tellier said . " Prospects for the whole Canadian aerospace industry are improving with recent developments contributing to the enhancement of aircraft financing in this country , " said Paul Tellier , Bombardier chief executive . -1 359225 359173 Two astronomers surveying the region around Jupiter have detected 20 new moons , bringing the giant planet 's total to 60 . Astronomers have clocked eight more moons orbiting Jupiter , bringing its known total to 60 . -0 3366214 3366092 A seventh victim , a woman , died Tuesday night in the burn unit at childrens Hospital Medical Center of Akron . A seventh person , a 21-year-old woman , was in critical condition in the burn unit at Akron Children 's Hospital . -1 1808482 1808598 And two key shuttle program leaders were out of town during the flight . The newspaper also reported that two key leaders were out of town during part of Columbia 's flight . -1 192881 192950 A council resolution is considered essential in giving Iraqi or U.S.-controlled entities in Baghdad the legal authority to export oil . Without an adopted resolution , no Iraqi , U.S. or U.N. entity in Baghdad has the legal authority to export oil . -0 1802788 1803098 Last week , his lawyers asked Gov. Mark R. Warner to grant clemency , but the governor declined to intervene . Last week , his lawyers asked Warner to grant clemency under certain conditions that would have lead to a new sentencing hearing . -1 786550 786525 " The benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up . " " The ( drug ) benefit is equal for everyone , both in traditional Medicare and in the enhanced Medicare we 're setting up , " Grassley said . -1 1619310 1619273 She insisted , though , that it not be published until after her death . She had only a single condition , that the book not be published until after her death . -1 348914 348494 About 700 MONUC troops are based in Bunia , but the force has neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . The United Nations has about 700 troops on the ground , but they have neither the mandate nor the manpower to stop the fighting . -1 44610 44377 Garner said Iraq 's reconstruction was not as difficult as he had expected -- mainly because the war caused less infrastructure damage and fewer refugees than anticipated . Garner said reconstruction will not be as difficult as he anticipated because the war caused less damage and created fewer refugees . -0 260052 259880 The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans . Bush , however , also lashed out at the terrorist bombings in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people -- including a number of Americans . -1 2916161 2916192 It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground , " NASA spokesman Robert Navias said . It 's almost as if they ( Russians ) hit an x-mark on the ground . " -1 2138001 2137921 The institute estimates that last year 15.7 per cent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs . The FMI estimates that last year 15.7 percent of the average supermarket 's sales and more than half of gross margin went to pay employee costs , including wages and benefits . -1 260958 260935 French retirees will increase from one fifth to a third of the population by 2040 . By 2040 , retirees will account for a third of the population , up from a fifth today . -0 2331890 2331242 He had served nine years in prison for the crime -- two on death row -- when he was released . He had served nine years in prison , including two on death row , when he was released by a judge and pardoned by the governor . -0 712430 712184 " This is not unanticipated , " Chief Deputy District Attorney John Goold said Monday . They often complain about misconduct , " John Goold , chief deputy district attorney for Stanislaus County said . -1 1849916 1849885 Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with the church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , in which 19 people died . Samudra , 33 , a textile salesman , is also charged with a series of church bombings across Indonesia on Christmas Eve , 2000 , when 19 people were killed . -1 2131330 2131369 The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed by the crisis over the North 's nuclear ambitions . The two have no diplomatic ties and their already tense relationship has been frayed further by a diplomatic spat over North Korea 's nuclear ambitions . -1 3194797 3194846 The only commercial carrier flying to Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , also suspended its flights for three days . The only passenger airline serving Baghdad , Royal Jordanian , said it was suspending service for three days . -1 2881745 2881969 " I make no apologies for the fact that the negotiations have been undertaken largely in secret , " Mr Truss said . Mr Truss said he made " no apologies " the negotiations had been undertaken in secret . -0 2564665 2564687 A senior law enforcement official , discussing the case on grounds of anonymity , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . The official , describing the apprehension at Boston 's Logan International Airport , identified the suspect as Ahmed Mehalba . -0 556143 556050 " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of Sept . 11 and the destruction of 1 World Trade Center , " the suit says . " That obligation to pay rent continues unabated notwithstanding the heinous attacks of 11 September , " the suit says . -0 363199 362925 Investors were askingwhether other banks , some of which are still being audited , could be dealt with in the same way . Other Japanese banks , some of which are still being audited , could face similar scrutiny . -1 54403 54456 Bennett told Newsweek that " over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even . " " Over 10 years , I 'd say I 've come out pretty close to even , " he said . -1 920002 919819 " It is symptomatic of the communication difficulties that often trouble the ECB , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . " It is reminiscent of the communication troubles that have dogged the ECB in the past , " said Ken Wattret of BNP Paribas . -1 2410404 2410369 " We 're going to defend these charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . " Rob Furst intends to defend the charges in court , " said Ira Lee Sorkin , Furst 's attorney . -1 1580672 1580644 But the Foreign Affairs Committee yesterday cleared Blair 's cabinet of that accusation . In its report , the foreign affairs committee absolved Mr. Blair of charges of doctoring intelligence . -1 861118 861396 Those searches have not found stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons or significant evidence of a nuclear weapons program . Alleged stockpiles of chemical and biological weapons have not turned up , nor has significant evidence of a nuclear-weapons program . -1 3187846 3187778 Its keywords are supported by Chinese language Web portals . Chinese language Web portals also support 3721 keywords , the Web site said . -0 698946 698932 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 0.13 points , or just 0.01 percent , to 966.87 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC crept up 5.05 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,595.80 . -1 1970948 1970905 This is the first time in the United States that five whales have been released simultaneously from a single stranding incident . Today , the experts will perform the United States ' first simultaneous release of five whales from a single stranding incident . -1 2226181 2226166 There are a total of 659 women enrolled at the academy , the report said . There were 659 women enrolled at the academy at the time of the survey . -1 1694716 1694679 Token-issuing framework provides capabilities that build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage trust relationships and secure conversations . Within WSE 2.0 , WS-Trust , WS-SecureConversation build on WS-Security and define extensions to request and issue security tokens and to manage relationships and secure conversations . -0 1454077 1453878 He has established a group to revise the constitution , possibly to protect private property . He also left out any reference to amending the constitution to guarantee private property rights . -1 1952536 1952630 " It was to fly a plane into the White House , " Karas said . It was to fly a plane in the White House . " -0 2566907 2567384 They worry the treatment could leave their son sterile , blind or even dead . They fear the treatment would stunt the boy 's growth and leave him sterile . -0 2268482 2268400 The parade , which moves west along Eastern Parkway in the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn , went through the district Davis represented . The parade , which moved west along Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights past hundreds of thousands of spectators , went through the district that Davis represented . -1 1258196 1258284 The company said it now expects second-quarter earnings of 68 cents and 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . Avery Dennison said it now expects a second-quarter profit of 68 cents to 72 cents a share , down from its prior outlook of 77 cents to 82 cents . -0 137972 137865 Byrd , speaking from the Senate floor , said he questioned " the motives of a deskbound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for purposes of a speech . " " But I do question the motives of a desk-bound president who assumes the garb of a warrior for the purposes of a speech . " -1 698949 698934 Some Wall Street experts believe stocks have rallied too far , too quickly , given the muddled economic reports of recent weeks . Some Wall Street analysts believe stocks have rallied too far , too fast , given the muddled picture of the economy provided by recent data . -1 547163 547154 The NASD also alleges Young flew multiple times on Tyco corporate jets , often accompanied by Kozlowski . The NASD alleges that the analyst flew multiples times on Tyco 's corporate jets for business trips , sometimes accompanied by Kozlowski . -1 3192829 3192751 It has a plus or minus 4.9 percent margin of error . It had a margin of error of plus or minus five percentage points . -1 667291 667038 We believe the report is fully consistent with what the courts have ruled ... that the department 's actions are fully within the law . Comstock said several federal courts have ruled that the detentions are fully within the law . -1 144758 144855 " I conclude that plaintiffs have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to Bin Laden and Al Qaeda , " Baer said . Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " -0 3044423 3044567 Reagan is played by James Brolin , who is married to singer Barbra Streisand , a leading Democratic activist . His supporters were also infuriated that Mr Reagan was played by James Brolin , the husband of Barbra Streisand , a leading Hollywood Democratic activist . -1 3129532 3129541 A US programmer has developed a software tool that allows users to download shared music files using Apples Windows iTunes software , which was released last month . Independent US programmer Bill Zeller has developed software that lets users download shared music files using iTunes for Windows . -1 174670 174482 The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 8.79 points , or 0.96 percent , at 929.06 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . -1 1389351 1389586 A U.S. Court of Appeals Thursday ruled that Microsoft ( Quote , Company Info ) does not have to carry the Java programming language in its Windows operating system . A federal appeals court on Thursday overturned a judge 's order that would have forced Microsoft to include competitor Sun Microsystems ' Java software in its Windows operating system . -1 2694682 2694609 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . -0 490022 490005 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX climbed 10 points , or 1.10 percent , to 943 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC jumped 43.64 points , or 2.89 percent , to 1,553.73 . -1 353154 353234 The Foreign Office said there was a " clear " risk of terrorist attack in Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . The warnings were issued on Djibouti , Eritrea , Ethiopia , Somalia , Tanzania and Uganda . -0 1343191 1343491 The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 98.32 , or about 1.1 percent , to 9011.53 . The Dow Jones industrial average finished the day down 98.32 points at 9,011.53 . -1 1178784 1178969 The truck carried the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT , emergency ministry official Ruslan Khadzhiyev said . Another Chechen emergency ministry official , Ruslan Khadzhiyev , said the truck was carrying the equivalent of 1.6 tons of TNT . -1 741026 740969 An international warrant for his arrest was issued both to the Ghanaian authorities and to Interpol . A warrant for Taylor 's arrest has been served on the Ghanaian authorities and sent to Interpol . -1 1149374 1149314 PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors on Friday unanimously rejected Oracle Corp. ' s revised bid of $ 19.50 per share . PeopleSoft Inc . ' s board of directors voted unanimously on Friday to recommend that stockholders reject Oracle 's upgraded bid for a hostile takeover . -0 2637229 2637350 Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas told a news conference Monday that authorities were ``continuing to make significant progress ' ' in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . -1 2852677 2852820 Berry also married and divorced his second wife twice , most recently in 1991 . Berry repeated that performance with his second wife , whom he married and divorced twice ( most recently in 1991 ) . -1 1319710 1319631 Goldman also raised its quarterly dividend to 25 cents from 12 cents , citing the new tax law . Goldman decided to increase its quarterly dividend to 25 cents a share from 12 cents , citing recent tax legislation as a primary factor behind the move . -1 3151109 3151135 Tomorrow 's testimony is to give an inside look at tax shelter development and marketing . Tuesday ’ s testimony is to give an inside look at tax-shelter development and marketing . -0 1852456 1852138 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was off 4.86 points , or 0.49 percent , at 993.82 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 1.8 points , or 0.1 percent , at 1,732.50 . -1 2858095 2858170 Goodyear 's third-quarter earnings report , which had been scheduled to be released on Thursday , was postponed until November . It canceled its third-quarter earnings announcement , which had been scheduled for this morning . -0 424711 424638 The bonds traded to below 60 percent of face value earlier this year . They traded down early this year to 60 percent of face value on fears Aquila may default . -1 2625003 2625015 A summary of his remarks says : all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , and JI is totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . In addition , Hambali laments , " all the group 's savings have been lost to raids and arrests , " and " JI is now totally dependent on al-Qaeda for money . " -1 1638113 1638056 Under Mexican law , bounty hunting is considered a form of kidnapping . Bounty hunting is illegal in Mexico , and the bounty hunter was charged with kidnapping . -1 1754653 1754711 The unusual decision to declassify an intelligence report came in an attempt to quiet a growing controversy over Mr Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . The unusual decision to declassify a major intelligence report was a bid by the White House to quiet a growing controversy over Bush 's allegations about Iraq 's weapons programs . -1 1784506 1784464 But the FBI never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi - even though it had received information that he was a Saudi agent , the document says . But the bureau never kept tabs on al-Bayoumi — despite receiving prior information he was a secret Saudi agent , the report says . -0 2995843 2996163 Several doctors and courts have found Schiavo to be in a persistent vegetative state , but Byrd disagreed . Many doctors say she is in a persistent vegetative state and cannot recover . -0 616341 616249 That compares to a net loss of $ 6.6 million , or 47 cents per share , on revenue of $ 15.5 million in 2002 's second fiscal quarter . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . -0 1853205 1854204 He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . -1 1499177 1499012 About two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice and others decided to protect and polish what remained . Then , about two decades ago , U.S. District Court Judge Walter Rice , the Aviation Trail group and others made a decision to protect and polish what remained . -1 1015152 1015262 He said sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest , but discretionary items are still weak . Potter added that sales of grocery and other consumer packaged products are the strongest but sales of discretionary items such as decorative accessories are still weak . -0 869697 869241 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX slipped 11.83 points , or 1.20 percent , to 975.93 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index gained 2.90 points , or 0.18 percent , to 1,606.87 . -1 160228 159941 France , Russia , China and others had advocated a stronger U.N. role to give a U.S.-chosen Iraqi authority international legitimacy . France , Russia , China and even staunch ally Britain had advocated a stronger U.N. role , which they said was needed to give a U.S.-backed Iraqi authority international legitimacy . -0 2205356 2205241 Second comes HP ( 27 percent with $ 2.9 billion , up just 0.4 percent ) . HP fell to second place with server sales growing 0.4 percent to $ 2.9 billion . -0 3417991 3417841 The discoveries came a day after a package bomb burst into flames in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi , who was not injured . The discoveries came after a package bomb went off in the Bologna , Italy home of EU Commission President Romano Prodi on Sunday . -0 2382455 2382471 The scientists wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how best to use technology such as brain imaging to study consciousness . The scientists , not surprisingly , wanted to pick the minds of the Buddhist scholars about how they meditate . -1 1669431 1669454 But homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , have now been postponed indefinitely . But the timing of homecomings for those soldiers , as well as the division 's 3rd Squadron , 7th Cavalry Regiment , is now indefinite . -1 1756399 1756323 He was in Cincinnati helping another daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . Rowell , 57 , was out of state helping his wife 's daughter move when the tragedy occurred , friends said . -1 2497070 2497346 In the entire fiscal year , the company lost a record $ 1.27 billion , or $ 2.11 a share , on sales of nearly $ 3.1 billion . For the entire fiscal year , Micron lost a record $ 1.27 billion on sales of just under $ 3.1 billion . -0 221357 221459 The indictment supercedes a criminal complaint filed against Quattrone on April 23 with similar charges . The indictment follows a criminal complaint filed by federal prosecutors on April 23 . -1 1705098 1705278 " I don 't think my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week , " he said . In a conference call yesterday , he said , " I don 't think that my brain is going to go dead this afternoon or next week . " -1 2228143 2228563 Obviously , I 've made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous and all those things , because that 's the way I always was . " Obviously , I have made statements that are ludicrous and crazy and outrageous because that 's the way I was . " -1 3018474 3018539 " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes . " " This puts telemarketers on notice that we will take all measures necessary to protect consumers who chose to be left alone in their homes , " FCC chairman Michael Powell said . -0 3023261 3023282 Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said they stand by their reporting . Jim Guest , president of Consumers Union , said the Supreme Court did not address the merits of the case . -1 520053 520147 In addition to O 'Connor , Rehnquist 's majority opinion was joined by Justices David Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg , and Stephen Breyer . Joining him in the majority opinion were Justices Sandra Day O 'Connor , David H. Souter , Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Stephen G. Breyer . -1 3179543 3179259 But he added , " Once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " " However , the report also tells us that once the problem grew to a certain magnitude , nothing could have been done to prevent it from cascading out of control . " -1 1363423 1363801 Stony Brook University launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection between electromagnetic fields and cancer . The State University at Stony Brook launched the study in 1996 , after earlier studies indicated a possible connection . -0 3389680 3389709 It was the first suicide attack in Israel since October 4 , when a bomber killed 23 people . The first Palestinian suicide attack in Israel killed eight people in April 1994 in the centre of Afula . -1 1391169 1390984 They include Ask Jeeves Inc . , Global Crossing , Aether Systems , Clarent , Copper Mountain Networks and VA Linux , now VA Software . They included Global Crossing , Akamai Technologies , Ask Jeeves , Copper Mountain Networks , Etoys and VA Linux . -1 2440664 2440782 The UAW earlier this week reached tentative agreements , also for four years , with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. The union earlier this week announced tentative agreements with Ford Motor Co . , DaimlerChrysler AG 's Chrysler Group and supplier Visteon Corp. -1 315771 315639 Then the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs , the judge said . But the judge , Louis York , said the authority can hold another set of public hearings on raising commuting costs afterward . -0 969673 969585 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX declined 10.65 points , or 1.07 percent , to 987.86 . -0 3361322 3361301 In New York , $ 7,646 is spent annually on each Medicaid recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . New York has by far the country ’ s most expensive Medicaid program , costing taxpayers $ 7,646 per recipient , almost double the national average of $ 3,936 . -1 1953229 1953216 Peterson , 30 , was arrested in La Jolla April 18 after the two bodies were identified through DNA tests . Peterson was arrested near Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla on April 18 , the same the day the bodies were identified through DNA testing . -1 2994387 2994521 In Kentucky , Democratic Attorney General Ben Chandler faces U.S. Rep. Ernie Fletcher . Kentucky : Republican Ernie Fletcher , a three-term House member , is battling Democratic state Attorney General Ben Chandler . -0 3331138 3331090 Other retailers that will be affected are Argos , part of GUS , and privately owned Littlewoods . The other main electrical goods retailers are Argos , part of GUS , privately owned Littlewoods and PowerHouse . -1 1389502 1389257 Sun filed its lawsuit after an appeals court in Washington upheld the U.S. government 's antitrust case against Microsoft . Sun filed the suit after the government 's successful antitrust suit against Microsoft . -1 2912388 2912129 Jewish and Muslim leaders expressed horror at the proposals , which have not been approved . Jewish and Muslim leaders objected to the proposals , which were never approved . -1 539375 539596 A female attendant , 25 , was slashed across the face as the attacker closed on the cockpit . A female colleague , 25 , was slashed across the face as the man continued to try to reach the front of the plane . -0 3372294 3372337 Of the 23.5 million high-speed lines , 16.3 million provided advanced services , which the FCC defines as speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . A total of 16.3 million lines provided advanced services , those services at speeds exceeding 200 kbps in both directions . -0 2490559 2490490 Daniel said it takes about two hours and 15 minutes to drive from his home to Nashville . Daniel said D 'Antonio left between 7 : 15 p.m. and 8 p.m and it takes about two hours to drive from his home to Nashville . -1 3320347 3320265 Cullen , 43 , is charged with murdering a Catholic clergyman and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center . Cullen , 43 , is charged with killing a Roman Catholic Church official and attempting to kill another patient at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville . -1 2111776 2111618 Authorities appealed to the public Friday to come forward and provide what could be the key to solving the sniper-style shootings that have killed three people outside area convenience stores . Authorities looked to the public yesterday for help in solving the deadly sniper-style shootings of three people outside Charleston-area convenience stores . -1 1138606 1138842 Duke and North Carolina have been resolute in their positions against expansion . Two schools , Duke and North Carolina , have steadfastly opposed expansion . -0 1806664 1806683 Despite generic competition for acne drug Accutane , flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion . Flagship drug sales rose 21 percent excluding exchange rate swings and nine percent in francs to 10.31 billion , while diagnostics sales fell one percent in francs to 3.57 billion . -1 1110070 1109913 Tehran has said it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . -1 1909338 1909392 Financial terms of the deal , expected to close this month , were not released . Financial terms of the sale , which is expected to be completed by the end of August , were not disclosed . -1 1892206 1892096 It also hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to explore refinancing or restructuring of $ 175 million in senior notes due next year . ATA also has hired Citigroup and Morgan Stanley to evaluate options for refinancing or restructuring $ 175 million of 10.5 percent senior notes due in August 2004 . -1 397102 397138 At last week 's meeting with U.S. President George W. Bush , Roh said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue . " The two leaders said inter-Korean exchanges would be " conducted in light of developments on the North Korean nuclear issue " . -1 1692094 1692026 Analysts have predicted third-quarter earnings of 16 cents a share and revenue of $ 7.15 billion , on average . Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research expected earnings of 13 cents a share on revenue of $ 6.7 billion , on average . -1 2654641 2654751 In 2001 , President Bush named Kathleen Gregg one of six appointees to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest US lender for students . In 2001 , President Bush named her to the Student Loan Marketing Association , the largest U.S. lender for students . -1 2328114 2328440 After hours of negotiations , a SWAT team burst in early yesterday and found Hoffine dead . Early Friday , the SWAT team burst in and found Hoffine dead . -1 2617727 2618289 " I never grabbed anyone and then pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts , and stuff like that . That I pulled up their shirt and grabbed their breasts and stuff like that : this is not me . -1 2720998 2720694 " The death of al-Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " Arroyo said in a statement on Monday . " The death of Ghozi signals that terrorists will never get far in the Philippines , " President Gloria Arroyo said . -1 1460092 1459802 Board Chancellor Robert Bennett declined to comment on personnel matters Tuesday , as did Mills . Mr. Mills declined to comment yesterday , saying that he never discussed personnel matters . -0 2691257 2691033 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Market 's composite index rose 3.41 points to 1,915.31 . The benchmark S & P / TSX composite index rose 29.12 points yesterday to 7,633.61 . -0 89215 89463 Last week , Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic ties and restoration of air services with Pakistan . The move follows a recent proposal by Mr Vajpayee , whoended an 18-month chill in relations by ordering normalisation of diplomatic links and restoration of air services with Pakistan . -1 476611 476710 Evacuation went smoothly , although passengers weren 't told what was going on , Hunt said . Passengers were evacuated smoothly , although they were not told what was going on , he said . -1 2134759 2134730 By Wednesday , the Red Planet will come as near to Earth as it has been in 60,000 years . On Wednesday , at 7.51pm , Mars will be the closest to Earth it has been for 59,619 years . -1 673728 673502 Microsoft will seek to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. The software maker is seeking to simplify creation of BizTalk applications by tying it more tightly to its flagship development tool , Visual Studio.Net. -1 2332633 2332760 Before the blast , Wells told police he had been forced to rob the bank and asked police to help him remove the bomb . Wells , 46 , said he was forced to rob the bank and asked police to help take the bomb off . -1 2284830 2284862 " Our party will never be the choice of the NRA - and I am not looking to be the candidate of the NRA , " he said . Our party will never be the choice of the N.R.A. , and I 'm not looking to be the candidate of the N.R.A. , " a reference to the National Rifle Association . -1 735664 735691 Since last April , scientists have learned how acrylamide is formed . Scientists are working to determine how exactly how acrylamide is formed in food . -1 1474104 1474149 One of the company 's employees was hospitalized in critical condition at Lee Memorial Hospital in Fort Myers , said hospital administrative assistant Alex Reichert . One of the employees who survived the blast and fire was hospitalized in critical condition in Fort Myers . -1 222647 222469 Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . The share price of Berkeley-based Xoma lost 73 cents a share , or 13 percent , to $ 4.76 in afternoon trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 448931 449038 " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he told a news conference to introduce his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . " We need the somebody who notices them to come forward , " he said at a news conference in which he introduced his successor , Brig. Gen. Mastin M. Robeson . -1 606121 606463 Under the adjusted definition , officials Thursday listed 29 cases as suspected and said that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . Another 29 cases were listed as suspected , and officials warned that 107 other people showing possible SARS symptoms were being monitored . -1 1964079 1964053 " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , the CDC 's director , told a news briefing Thursday . " The numbers are starting to change very , very quickly , " Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , said Thursday . -0 1491651 1491626 Mr Howard said he also had faith in the system under which Hicks could be tried . Mr Howard also said yesterday that Hicks would be fairly treated , saying he had faith in the US justice system . -0 1020818 1020742 Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run accident conducted a search Monday at the home of Bishop Thomas O 'Brien , head of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix . Police investigating a deadly hit-and-run accident went to the home of Phoenix 's Roman Catholic bishop on Monday and found the windshield of his car caved in , authorities said . -1 3279020 3278928 Progress Software plans to acquire privately held DataDirect Technologies for about $ 88 million in cash , the companies said Friday . Progress Software Corp. is acquiring DataDirect Technologies Ltd . , a privately held supplier of data-access software , for approximately $ 88 million , the companies said Friday . -0 953766 953537 Altria shares fell $ 1.17 to $ 42.51 and were the Dow 's biggest percent loser . Its shares fell $ 9.61 to $ 50.26 , ranking as the NYSE 's most-active issue and its biggest percentage loser . -0 2082967 2082948 Hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the lower Texas coast as Tropical Storm Erika sped across the Gulf of Mexico and headed for landfall . One month after Hurricane Claudette pounded Texas , hurricane warnings were posted Friday along parts of the coast as fast-moving Tropical Storm Erika churned across the gulf . -1 101770 101706 Dos Reis also pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and another girl on a different occasion . Dos Reis had earlier pleaded guilty to federal charges that he crossed state lines to have sex with Christina and one other girl in a separate incident . -0 1045971 1046014 As previously announced , the final will be at the new Home Depot Center in Carson on Oct. 12 . Williams recently toured the new soccer-specific Home Depot Center in Carson , Calif . -0 2438711 2438762 The Java Enterprise System bundles a slew of Sun software for a yearly subscription of $ 100 per employee . For instance , the core Java Enterprise System will cost $ 100 per employee in the US . -1 3192029 3192176 The memorandum analyzed lawful activities , such as recruiting demonstrators , and illegal activities , such as using fake documentation to get into a secured site . The memo analyzed lawful activities like recruiting demonstrators , as well as illegal activities like using fake documentation to get into a secured site . -1 2694905 2694831 Law enforcement sources who spoke on condition of anonymity confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . Law enforcement officials confirmed that Limbaugh was being investigated by the Palm Beach County , Fla . , state attorney 's office . -1 2578751 2578762 Even when the exchange detected violations , it often failed to take disciplinary action , the SEC said . Even when the exchange detected such violations , it " often failed to take appropriate disciplinary actions " against individuals or firms . -1 2409831 2409825 United said the new airline will expand next year to 40 Airbus A320 jets , each seating 156 passengers . United said it the new airline use 40 jets , each seating 156 passengers . -1 1584601 1584582 Now they are waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan will try and repair the damage in his testimony to the House next week . Now they were waiting to see if Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan would try to repair the damage done to bond prices in his testimony to the House next week . -1 123259 123215 Medical investigators matched the body 's teeth to Aronov 's dental records this morning , medical examiner 's spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . Investigators matched the dead womans teeth to Aronovs dental records Wednesday morning , medical examiners spokeswoman Ellen Borakove said . -1 464934 464508 Joe Nichols captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits " The Impossible " and " Brokenheartedsville . " Joe Nichols , who is touring with Jackson , captured new male vocalist honors , riding back-to-back hits The Impossible and Brokenheartedsville . -1 1404563 1404480 They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared with 5.1 percent taking a placebo . About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . -1 1809427 1809438 The compilers are available in two flavors : the Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + retails for USD $ 399 and is intended for application development use . The compilers are available in two forms : The Intel C + + Compiler for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C + + is available from Intel for $ 399 , and is intended for applications development . -1 1496252 1496053 Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the Bureau of Alcohol , Tobacco , Firearms and Explosives said . Thousands of pounds of fireworks inside the Lamb Entertainment 's warehouse and packed in the tractor-trailer rig exploded , the ATF said . -0 1892983 1892817 BA shares were up 0.59 percent at 170 pence in early afternoon trading , slightly outpacing London 's FTSE 100 Index which was up 0.28 percent . BA shares closed down 0.89 percent at 167-1 / 2 pence , slightly lower than London 's FTSE 100 Index which was down 0.28 percent . -1 698940 698952 Martha Stewart shares fell $ 2.03 , about 18 percent , to $ 9.17 and were the NYSE 's biggest percentage loser . Its shares fell 4.6 percent , or $ 4.04 , to $ 83.38 and was the blue-chip Dow 's biggest percent loser . -1 2977283 2977187 By late Thursday afternoon , Putnam said the U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . Earlier this week , Putnam said the Manhattan U.S. Attorney had subpoenaed its trading documents , raising the possibility of a criminal indictment . -1 62677 62780 The shares represent more than half the 115.9 million shares Turner held at the end of April , according to Bloomberg data . The sale represents about 52 per cent of the 115.9 million shares Mr Turner held at the end of April . -1 1980836 1980762 In turn SuSE will license Java 2 Standard Edition while also formalising an existing agreement to distribute Sun 's Java Virtual Machine for running Java applications . Nuremberg , Germany-based SuSE will license Sun 's Java 2 Standard Edition ( J2SE ) and ship Sun 's Java Virtual Machine across its Linux software line . -1 3054567 3054599 Mr. Rush is the only witness to the events in the pilothouse who has spoken to investigators . Rush is the only witness to the wheelhouse events who has spoken with investigators , Weinshall said . -1 2158948 2159004 Geoghan , 68 , was taken to Leominster Hospital , where he was pronounced dead at 1 : 17 p.m. Mr. Geoghan was taken to the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health Alliance Hospital in Leominster , Mass . , where he died at 1 : 17 p.m. -1 3099575 3099600 " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising , " said IAB President and CEO Greg Stuart . " With Internet usage and broadband adoption continuing to escalate , " Stuart says , " marketers are throwing their weight and dollars behind interactive advertising . " -0 1927806 1927828 Rescue and search operation had been going on since the tragedy happened on Thursday night , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . Rescue and search operation was on to find them , Manali Sub-Divisional Magistrate Raj Kumar Gautam told Times News Network . -0 2632504 2632655 Fidelity Investments , the nation 's largest mutual-fund company , said it received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer 's office regarding its investigation to potential fund-trading abuses . Fidelity Investments has received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer , who is investigating charges of market-timing and late-day trading in the mutual fund industry . -0 558330 558449 " Tony 's not feeling well , " Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said . We 're thrilled to be up 3-2 , ' ' Coach Gregg Popovich said Wednesday . -1 1772514 1772604 Both devices use version 5.2 of the Palm operating system and feature a new design , which resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels around 180 degrees . Both devices use Palm OS 5.2 and feature a completely new form factor that resembles a miniature notebook with a screen that swivels 180 degrees . -1 2794695 2794721 General Myers told reporters that " at first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken " . " At first blush , it doesn 't look like any rules were broken , " said Gen. Richard Myers , chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff . -1 2221459 2221675 Trading volume was incredibly light at 500.22 million shares , below an already thin 611.45 million exchanged at the same point Thursday . Trading volume was extremely light at 1.05 billion shares , below an already thin 1.19 billion on Tuesday . -0 1749694 1750057 Officials with the rebel group Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy could not be reached for comment Saturday . The main rebel force , the Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy , fears a peacekeeping force could bolster Taylor . -1 1258293 1258203 Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's first quarter , although it might explain the drop and quick recovery in sales this quarter . Roberts said he didn 't think excess inventory showed up in Avery 's March quarter , although it could explain the drop and quick recovery in sales during the current quarter . -0 91456 91526 " These are defining moments for players and organizations , " Anaheim coach Mike Babcock said . " There are defining moments for players and organizations where you are measured . -0 1662145 1661888 He led Philippine police to a tonne of TNT that officials say was intended for planned attacks in Singapore on Western targets , including US and Australian diplomatic posts . He led Philippine police to a ton of TNT officials say was intended for attacks on Western targets in Singapore , including the US Embassy . -1 3385298 3385192 They did not nationalize them , " Manouchehr Takin , an analyst at the Center for Global Energy Studies in London , said . They did not nationalize them , " said Manouchehr Takin of the Center for Global Energy Studies . -1 2525175 2525241 Since both companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely the two signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period of time . Because the companies described the talks as exclusive , it 's likely they signed an agreement saying Dynegy wouldn 't talk to other suitors for a certain period . -1 1497386 1497195 The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa opened its doors a day early . The dice are rolling at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa . -1 3372938 3372948 BioReliance 's stock closed down 2 cents yesterday at $ 47.98 per share . Shares of BioReliance sold at $ 47.98 at the close of market yesterday , down 2 cents . -1 2328433 2328183 In 2001 , Evan helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student shot and killed by a teen gang member , said Alexis Lukas , the program supervisor . In 2001 , Nash helped found an after-school nonviolence program named after a college student who was fatally shot by a 14-year-old gang member , program supervisor Alexis Lukas said . -1 1438024 1437790 The Standard & Poor 's 500 stock index ended the quarter up 120 points , a gain of 14 percent , the best performance for that broad market benchmark since 1998 . The Standard and Poor 's 500-stock index , a broad collection of equities representing leading companies , finished its best quarter yesterday since the last three months of 1998 . -1 986931 986600 The draft statement said progress on the nuclear issue and the pending trade deal were " interdependent , indissociable and mutually reinforcing elements " . They said progress towards resolving the nuclear issue and progress in the trade talks were " interdependent , essential and mutually reinforcing elements of EU-Iran relations " . -1 1338 1768 The S & P 500 finished 13.78 points higher at 930.08 , or 1.5 per cent , the highest level since January 14 . The S & P rose 13.78 , or 1.5 percent , to 930.08 , the best level since Jan. 14 . -1 539376 539602 The Qantas colleagues were last night in a serious but stable condition after being rushed to Royal Melbourne Hospital . The two flight attendants were in a serious but stable condition last night after being rushed to the Royal Melbourne Hospital . -1 2051717 2051635 The trial , featuring 125 witnesses , could continue until the start of 2004 . The trial , which could last until early 2004 , is expected to hear the first of 125 witnesses Friday . -1 3277340 3277316 But price declines have remained below 30 percent , year over year , for the last two quarters , said IDC analyst John McArthur . McArthur told internetnews.com price declines have moderated and remained below 30 percent from the previous year for the last two quarters . -1 349539 349129 The previous weekend record for an R-rated film was $ 58 million for " Hannibal . " The previous biggest R rated opening was " Hannibal 's " $ 58 million . -1 840212 840236 The second rover is scheduled for launch later this month , and both vehicles are expected to arrive at Mars in January . The second rover is scheduled for launch on June 25 and both will arrive at Mars in January . -1 361380 361266 The per-share earnings were 4 cents per share higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . That was 4 cents higher than the expectations of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call . -1 1012958 1013020 The Sars illness , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan , and economic uncertainty in Europe and the US have depressed air travel . The outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome , wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and economic uncertainty in Europe and America have depressed air travel . -1 392504 392701 The 2002 second quarter results don 't include figures from our friends at Compaq . The year-ago numbers do not include figures from Compaq Computer . -1 2338968 2339109 A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . SACRAMENTO A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . -1 2635882 2636067 A man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , ``tried to go back in and get the rest of them but the smoke wouldn 't let him , ' ' she said . She said another man , 19-year-old Antowain Johnson , " tried to go back in ... but the smoke wouldn 't let him . " -0 1455299 1455540 Defense lawyers had said a change of venue was needed because massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . Defense lawyers had requested a change of venue for two reasons : They argued that massive pretrial publicity had tainted the jury pool against their client . -1 3313491 3313751 WHO spokeswoman Maria Cheng agreed , saying : " It looks very much like an isolated event . " " It looks very much like an isolated event , " World Health Organization spokeswoman Maria Cheng said . -1 2889534 2889485 The GAO found cable rates have increased 40 percent over the past five years , versus 12 percent inflation during the period . The GAO found that cable rates have increased by 40 percent during the past five years , far above the 12 percent inflation in that period . -1 2266154 2266086 The stock has risen 44 cents in recent days . The stock had risen 44 cents in the past four trading sessions . -0 1534981 1534961 Dowdell was transported to Boston Medical Center with nonlife-threatening injuries . Both were taken to Boston Medical Center . -1 3453247 3452798 GBI spokesman John Bankhead said the murder scenes showed that the killer was very methodical . Georgia Bureau of Investigation spokesman John Bankhead said the crime scenes indicated that the killer was " very methodical . " -1 2045019 2045249 Sen. Charles Schumer , D-N.Y. , sent a letter to President Bush Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . Sen. Charles Schumer ( D-N.Y. ) , a supporter of Boxer 's bill , sent a letter to President Bush on Wednesday demanding action on the legislation . -1 2126941 2126894 The Rev. Christopher J. Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , wouldn 't comment Friday . The Rev. Christopher Coyne , spokesman for the archdiocese , did not immediately return several calls seeking comment . -0 2690379 2690520 He was sentenced in June to more than seven years in prison for securities fraud , perjury and other crimes . He was sentenced to more than seven years in prison after pleading guilty to charges including securities fraud . -1 2950570 2950537 They looked at their son-in-law and his relatives , but did not exchange words . She looked at her son-in-law and his relatives at times , but the two sides did not exchange words . -0 1656916 1656909 The woman felt threatened and reported the incident to police , and around 2 : 30 p.m. Stackhouse was arrested . The woman felt threatened and went to the magistrate 's office , police said . -0 2151922 2151544 Maurice Greene advanced to the semifinals of the 100-meter dash at the World Track and Field Championships . Rogge was a witness to Drummond 's tantrums Sunday at the World Track and Field Championships . -0 2082955 2082880 Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 with 85-mph wind . Claudette , the first hurricane of the Atlantic storm season , hit the mid-Texas coast July 15 , classified as a Category 1 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 85 mph . -1 2429805 2429675 Two brothers who were among seven Portland suspects accused of aiding terrorists have decided to plead guilty to conspiring to aid al-Qaida and the Taliban , officials said Wednesday . Two brothers who were among seven people accused of aiding terrorists pleaded guilty yesterday to charges of conspiring to help Al Qaeda and the Taliban during the war in Afghanistan . -1 1263107 1263625 Media giant Vivendi Universal EAUG.PA V.N set to work sifting through bids for its U.S. entertainment empire on Monday in a multibillion-dollar auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . Media moguls jostled for position as the deadline for bids for Vivendi Universal 's U.S. entertainment empire neared on Monday in an auction of some of Hollywood 's best-known assets . -1 1196763 1196698 Like Viacom , GE -- parent of NBC -- is also seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared to the likes of Bronfman or Davis . Like Viacom , General Electric is seen as a less enthusiastic bidder compared with Bronfman or Davis . -0 1277805 1277554 He was revived but was pronounced dead at Virginia Medical Center in Arlington . He was declared dead on arrival at Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington at 9 : 13 a.m. -1 202294 202143 The proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading 33 pages of documents outlining allegations against him . Proceedings were taken up with prosecutors outlining their case against Amrozi , reading a 33-page accusation letter to the court . -1 2865933 2865910 He urged the US to provide clear rules on what would happen at possible trials . Government sources said Mr Howard urged the US to provide clear rules governing any potential trials . -1 2635067 2635269 Scruggs , who did not testify , was cleared of a second charge of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . The six-member jury cleared Scruggs of a second charge that accused her of failing to provide her son with proper medical and psychological care . -1 164331 164305 The rebels suspended peace talks with the government April 21 citing a lack of progress . The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam suspended peace talks April 21 citing a lack of progress . -1 3015455 3015474 " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me , " Nancy Reagan said in a statement to Fox News Channel last week . Nancy Reagan issued a statement last week to the Fox News Channel saying , " The timing of [ the miniseries ] is absolutely staggering to me . -1 1137117 1137134 As you know , East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past . " " East Africa has been an area of terrorist threats and indeed terrorist attacks in the past , " said State Department spokesman Philip Reeker . -1 2854483 2854528 People who have this disorder absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . Haemochromatosis is a disorder in which people absorb excessive amounts of iron which can lead to organ damage . -1 486096 486255 Although deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , the Beatles popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock music . Although the Beatles were deeply disapproved of in the Soviet Union , their popularity knew no bounds and far outreached any other Western rock groups . -1 1619275 1619419 Mr. Berg says in an advertisement for it , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " In an advertisement for the book , Berg says , " More than my remembrances , this book intends to convey hers . " -0 18720 18757 Shares of LendingTree rose $ 6.21 , or 42 percent , to $ 20.90 after hitting $ 21.36 earlier . LendingTree shares rose 43 percent , or $ 6.31 , to $ 21 , more than doubling in the last two months . -1 2529776 2529858 He said the district had been waiting for the subpoenas and had always planned to comply once it received them . Mr. Caramore said the district waited for the subpoenas and planned to cooperate with the investigation . -1 3185752 3185722 In their study , researchers tested the hearing of 479 men between 20 and 64 years old who were exposed to noise in their jobs . Barrenas 's team tested the hearing of 479 men , aged 20 to 64 , who were exposed to noise in their jobs . -0 3214298 3214269 In May 2002 , Malikah Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn for more than $ 20 million in damages after the MTA objected to their headdresses . In May , Alkebulan and Deirdre Small filed a federal lawsuit in Brooklyn that seeks more than $ 20 million in damages , Hart said . -1 2511546 2511573 " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " Levi Strauss Chief Executive Officer Phil Marineau said in a statement . " We 're in a highly competitive industry where few apparel brands own and operate manufacturing facilities in North America , " said Phil Marineau , the chief executive . -1 1123031 1122968 In Nigeria alone , the report said , as many as 1 million women may be living with the condition . In Nigeria alone , the report estimated that between 100,000 and 1 million girls and women are suffering from the condition . -1 1944746 1944634 Global HRT sales , which are dominated by Wyeth of the US , were worth $ 3.8bn in 2001 , according to Data- monitor , the London-based market research company . Global HRT sales were worth $ 3.8bn ( 2.4bn ) in 2001 , according to Datamonitor , the London-based market research company . -1 121273 121431 The migrants were first spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two small patrol boats were sent to the area , Doss said . The Cubans were spotted by a Coast Guard jet around 2 p.m. Tuesday and two vessels were sent out to the area , Petty Officer Ryan Doss said . -0 2453201 2452916 Dunlap won both the swimsuit competition and the talent portion of the competition , singing " If I Could . " She won the talent portion singing " If I Could " and also won in evening wear . -1 2995266 2994938 " I don 't want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " said Missouri Congressman Dick Gephardt . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told the Register . -1 3423206 3423272 Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates this market will total $ 12 billion in 2004 . Market research firm Dell 'Oro Group estimates that the Gigabit Ethernet switch market will total about US $ 12 billion in 2004 . -1 152254 151884 Robbins said he wants to take any network like ESPN that charges more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make those optional choices for consumers to buy . Robbins said he wants to take networks such as ESPN that charge more than $ 1 per Cox customer and make them optional choices . -1 371171 370953 Fourteen of those infected passengers sat within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , said Mike Ryan , WHO 's global coordinator for anti-SARS efforts . Of those , 14 were passengers sitting within four seats of the SARS patient and two were flight attendants , Ryan said . -0 222561 222647 Shares of Berkeley , California-based Xoma dropped 89 cents , or 16 percent , to $ 4.60 in Instinet trading . Shares in Berkeley-based Xoma lost 77 cents , or 14 percent , to close at $ 4.72 each in trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 1702240 1702219 It names Shelley , Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters Conny McCormack , and registrars in Orange and San Diego counties as defendants . The lawsuit names Shelley , a Democrat , and registrars in Los Angeles , Orange and San Diego counties . -1 1715420 1715441 He reiterated Schroder 's statement last week that Berlin would consider sending peacekeepers to Iraq only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations under a U.N. mandate . German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said last week that Berlin will consider sending peacekeepers only if requested by an interim Iraqi government or the United Nations . -1 1269300 1269572 The four were remanded in custody and will appear before the magistrate 's court again on July 8 . The men were remanded in custody and are due to appear again before court on July 8 . -1 1355730 1355910 Four years ago , Nike was sued in state court by California activist Marc Kasky under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . Four years ago , California activist Marc Kasky sued Nike under a statute designed to protect consumers from false advertising . -1 2117321 2117259 At one of the three sampling sites at Huntington Beach , the bacteria reading came back at 160 on June 16 and at 120 on June 23 . The readings came back at 160 on June 16 and 120 at June 23 at one of three sampling sites at Huntington Beach . -1 3187659 3187625 " This will put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said Friday during a roundtable discussion with reporters at NASA headquarters . " This is going to put a severe crimp in our reserves , " O 'Keefe said during a breakfast with reporters . -1 2969732 2969833 The next court session will be when the three-judge tribunal announces its verdict in mid-February . The court 's three-judge tribunal was expected to give its verdict next February . -1 2662654 2662740 Microsoft has won a patent for an instant messaging feature that notifies users when the person they are communicating with is typing a message . Microsoft has been awarded a patent for a feature in instant messaging that alerts a user when the person they are communicating with is inputting a message . -0 920072 920500 Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.49 , to $ 50.01 , on the New York Stock Exchange after official acknowledgment of the criminal investigation . Freddie Mac shares fell $ 1.50 on Wednesday , to close at $ 50 on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 349049 349540 X2 took in $ 17.1 million for a total three-week take of $ 174 million . Elsewhere in theaters this weekend , " X2 " earned $ 17.1 million to raise its three-week total to $ 174 million . -1 2514532 2514516 Four other men who were also charged in June have already pleaded guilty . Four of the defendants have pleaded guilty to weapons charges and other counts . -1 228848 228809 But its most popular comedy , Friends , is going into its last season . But its most popular comedy , Friends , will sign off after a two-hour finale next May . -0 572517 572552 He was arrested Tuesday night at a northwest Atlanta tire shop after a national manhunt . He was arrested in Atlanta , Georgia , on Monday night by police acting on a tip-off . -1 2886301 2886361 NASA satellite images show that Arctic ice has been shrinking at the rate of nearly 10 percent a decade . Researchers found that sea ice in the Arctic is disappearing at a rate of 9 percent each decade . -1 2134174 2133850 The Lockheed Martin-built SIRTF is the last of NASA 's Hubble-class " Great Observatories . " SIRTF is the last of NASA 's so-called Great Observatories . -1 1464992 1465145 " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " said Michael Mudd , spokesman for the Northfield-based company . " We 're making these commitments first and foremost because we think it 's the right thing to do , " company spokesman Michael Mudd said yesterday . -1 1033210 1033371 Sgt. Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because Reed was jaywalking . Sergeant Randy Force , a police spokesman , said O 'Brien wasn 't being charged with causing the crash because the victim had been jaywalking . -0 1487245 1487166 I loved the Brazilian music I played . " I 've played Brazilian music , but I 'm not Brazilian . -1 1997704 1997857 The book , scheduled for release next month , is described by Franken as a criticism of right-wing leaders and media spokesmen . The book , scheduled for publication next month , has been described by Franken as a criticism of right wing leaders and media spokespeople . -1 1758028 1758256 Federal investigators are looking for possible connections between the theft of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . Federal agents said Friday they are investigating the thefts of 1,100 pounds of an explosive chemical from construction companies in Colorado and California in the past week . -1 2566398 2566564 The affidavit said British customs officials stopped al-Amoudi at Heathrow Airport last month when he was attempting to travel to Damascus , Syria . The affidavit says al-Amoudi was detained Aug. 16 attempting to travel from London to Damascus , Syria . -1 3409469 3409439 " New " farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for " protection " but former farmers say the packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . Farmers say they have increased the numbers of dogs they keep for protection , although some packs are used to hunt depleted wildlife . -1 3364087 3364117 Albertson 's and Kroger 's Ralphs stores locked out their workers in response . Kroger 's Ralphs chain and Albertsons immediately locked out their grocery workers in a show of solidarity . -1 1715922 1715771 The decision means that Qarase must invite up to eight Labor Party members into cabinet . Mr Qarase must now invite up to eight Labour Party members into cabinet . -1 992373 992505 " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.5 million jobs in America , " said the senator , a much-decorated Vietnam War veteran . " Landing on an aircraft carrier doesn 't make up for the loss of 2.7 million jobs in America , " Kerry said . -1 20674 20598 Kevin Rollins , Dell 's president , received $ 770,962 in salary and a bonus of just more than $ 2-million in fiscal 2003 . Dell made $ 950,000 in salary and nearly $ 2.5 million in bonus pay during the fiscal year . -1 2961847 2961942 As part of his deal , Mr. Delainey has agreed to cooperate in the continuing investigation . Dave Delainey agreed to cooperate with federal prosecutors in exchange for the plea . -1 1273812 1273622 The United States accuses Saddam loyalists of attacks on oilfields and pipelines crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . Loyalists are also believed to be behind attacks on oil pipelines and fields that are crucial to Iraq 's economic recovery . -1 3243255 3243288 Mall operators and retailers reported fewer people camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although many parking lots were crowded by early afternoon . Mall operators and retailers reported fewer shoppers camping out for early-bird specials on Saturday morning , although parking lots were beginning to fill at some East Coast shopping centers . -1 1749177 1749195 Josephine Burke , who ran the unlicensed daycare , eventually served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child neglect charges . Josephine Burke , who ran the illegal day care , served four months in prison on misdemeanor assault and child-neglect charges . -0 2996144 2996097 Bob Schindler : That 's correct , and the strategy behind that is , we wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from . " We wanted to kind of smoke him out , to see where he was coming from , " said Robert Schindler . -0 3042512 3042476 Judge Philpot told Dica : " There is no evidence of your remorse . A judge branded Mohammed Dica 's behaviour " despicable " and added : " There is no evidence of your remorse . " -0 462816 462552 Earlier Friday , Taiwan reported 55 new cases but no new deaths . Yesterday , Taiwan reported 65 new cases , its biggest one-day increase yet . -1 2550399 2550236 Hedge funds came under renewed scrutiny recently when New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer unveiled a probe of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . The industry came under renewed scrutiny recently with the launch by New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer of an investigation of illegal trading in mutual fund shares . -1 1707031 1707102 Operating revenue fell 4.5 percent to $ 2.3 billion from a year earlier . Operating revenues were down about 1 percent to $ 4.55 billion , from $ 4.59 billion . -0 1792412 1792293 As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia " and sang snippets of her songs . As they wound through police barricades to the funeral home , many chanted " Celia , Celia . " -0 2643487 2643530 In 2001 , 8.4 per cent of six-year-olds and 15 per cent of 15-year-olds were obese . One in seven 15-year-olds and nearly one in 10 six-year-olds are obese . -0 1056720 1056700 Most of the alleged spammers engaged in fraudulent or deceptive practices , said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior VP and general counsel . " Spam knows no borders , " said Brad Smith , Microsoft 's senior vice-president and general counsel . -1 2323107 2323116 Since December 2002 , Evans has been the vice chair of the U.S. Chief Information Officers Council . Evans is also the vice-chairman of the Federal Chief Information Officers Council . -0 2631000 2630970 Companies that fall under that definition are subject to much less stringent regulation . Phone companies , which have argued that DSL should be subject to less regulation , had mixed reaction . -1 1455072 1454998 Many of the countries affected , like Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to the Western Hemisphere . Many of the affected countries , such as Colombia and Ecuador , are considered critical to the administration 's efforts to bring stability to this hemisphere . -1 724286 724433 The huge bottom-line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion pound assets writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . The huge bottom line loss stemmed from a 1.5 billion-pound asset writedown , on top of a 3.5 billion first-half charge . -0 809904 810197 Police arrested a " potential suspect " Monday in the abduction of a 9-year-old who was found safe after two days , the police chief said . Police have arrested a " potential suspect " in the abduction of 9-year-old Jennette Tamayo , San Jose Police Chief William Lansdowne said Monday . -1 901129 901115 BOCHK chief executive Liu Jinbao was transferred abruptly to Beijing last month . He was chief executive of BOCHK until he was suddenly recalled to Beijing last month . -1 57272 57252 In case the company does not turn in the reports before the end of May , it is likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . If the company did not turn in the results before the end of May , it was likely to be delisted , an SFC official said . -1 2529315 2529412 Watson , of Whitakers , N.C. , was found guilty of making a false threat to detonate explosives , and destruction of federal property . Dwight Watson , 50 , was convicted of making a false threat to detonate explosives and of destroying federal property . -1 2792426 2792528 " The gloves are off , " said UNIFI official Rob O 'Neill . Unifi official Rob O 'Neill said : " The gloves are off . -1 3295420 3295389 It 's one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . Giving up half the duties is one of several negotiating items where Canada appears to have caved in to U.S. demands and accepted less favourable terms . -1 2515695 2515725 His harsh criticism of PLO chairman Yasser Arafat led to his books being banned for a time by the Palestinian Authority . His harsh criticism of the PLO 's chairman , Yasser Arafat , saw the Palestinian Authority ban his books for a time . -0 1467048 1466992 The 2000 Democratic platform supported " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families in the life of the nation . " The Democrat 's 2000 platform didn 't explicitly support gay marriages but backed " the full inclusion of gay and lesbian families into the life of the nation . " -1 2515275 2515371 " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the [ touch-screen ] machines for the 2004 presidential primary , " said Gilles W. Burger , State Board of Elections chairman . " We believe we are fully prepared to roll out the revised Diebold machines , " said Gilles W. Burger , chairman of the Maryland State Board of Elections . -0 2646742 2646642 He has a preliminary hearing Thursday to determine whether he 'll stand trial . The question is whether there will be a hearing to determine if Bryant will stand trial . -1 2848296 2848358 " They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous , " said the Oscar-winning film director . He said : “ They were an inspirational couple , selfless and courageous . -1 1868925 1869072 WorldCom , brought down by an $ 11 billion accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . WorldCom , decimated by a massive accounting scandal , is adopting the name of its MCI long-distance division in a bid to clean up its image . -1 2422440 2422460 Launched from the space shuttle Atlantis in 1989 , Galileo will have travelled about 4.6 billion kilometres by the time it hits Jupiter . Launched from space shuttle Atlantis ( news - web sites ) in 1989 , Galileo will have traveled about 2.8 billion miles by the time it hits Jupiter . -0 125211 125001 Following California 's lead , several states and the federal government passed similar or stricter bans . Several states and the federal government later passed similar or more strict bans . -0 1122252 1122290 Both papers are being published today in the New England Journal of Medicine . The study appears today in the New England Journal of Medicine . -1 2706273 2706157 The search was concentrated in northeast Pennsylvania , but state trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could have traveled hundreds of miles by now . The search was concentrated in northeastern Pennsylvania , but State Police Trooper Tom Kelly acknowledged that Selenski could be out of the area . -1 2095729 2095799 The US investment bank said : " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive . " " We believe the long-term prospects for the energy sector in the UK remain attractive , " Goldman said . -1 381280 381254 Available in June , Bare Metal Restore 4.6 costs $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client for new customers . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . -0 2053014 2053108 Both Estrada and Honasan have denied any involvement in the failed military rebellion . Mr Estrada has denied any involvement in the plot . -1 543300 543242 But the country is scrambling to prevent it spreading to the vast countryside where most of its 1.3 billion people live . China is scrambling to stop the disease from spreading to the countryside , where most of its 1.3 billion people live . -1 2240263 2240744 But labor leaders said it was often difficult for these Americans to join a union because many employers fought organizing efforts . But labor leaders say it is often hard for these people to join a union because many employers aggressively fight organizing efforts . -0 3294412 3294375 Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries , " he said . Before the commitee was formed , Mr Howard was defiant , saying Australia 's view on Zimbabwe " will not be changing , irrespective of the views of other countries " . -1 212885 212588 The Democratic primary results have a margin of error of plus or minus 6.1 percentage points . The Democratic sample has an error margin of plus or minus 6.1 percent . -0 1851865 1851822 Advertising revenue at the FT newspaper was down 18 percent in the first half and circulation was down 5 percent . Advertising revenue at the Financial Times was down about 18 percent in the first half and recent months have seen little improvement . -1 1477526 1477562 " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 , " said a statement by Michael A. Cardozo , the city 's corporation counsel . He added that : " We disagree with the judge 's decision on notice for Engine Company 261 . " -1 2063290 2063193 Samuel Waksal , ImClone 's former CEO , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years for securities fraud . Waksal , who pleaded guilty to securities fraud charges , recently began serving a prison sentence of more than seven years . -1 185327 185283 Scotland Yard said the three were charged under the Anti-Terrorism , Crime and Security Act 2001 , with alleged failure to disclose information about acts of terrorism . Scotland Yard said in a statement it had charged a 46-year-old man and two women aged 27 and 35 with failing to disclose information about acts of terrorism . -1 1380723 1380525 In Virginia , Mr. Kilgore , a Republican , accused the court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens . " The Virginia attorney-general , Jerry Kilgore , accused the Supreme Court of undermining " Virginia 's right to pass legislation that reflects the views and values of our citizens " . -1 2827562 2827543 The deal will combine Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with IBM 's DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products . Big Blue will integrate Adobe 's Form Server , Form Designer and Reader products with its DB2 Content Manager and DB2 CommonStore products designed for businesses . -1 156755 156708 The research is set to change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . Now research by Melbourne 's Alfred Hospital will change how the public and doctors check for melanomas . -1 349160 349058 Spider-Man snatched $ 114.7 million in its debut last year and went on to capture $ 403.7 million . Spider-Man , rated PG-13 , snatched $ 114.7 million in its first weekend and went on to take in $ 403.7 million . -1 314162 314661 In Las Vegas , agents entered two clubs — Cheetah 's and Jaguars — along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar and pool hall in downtown Las Vegas . In Las Vegas , federal agents stormed two clubs - Cheetah 's and Jaguars - along with Galardi Enterprises , an office atop a bar in downtown . -0 2371383 2371261 The announcements were made at the International Broadcasting Convention ( IBC ) in Amsterdam . The submission was on Monday , but the announcement was made Friday at the International Broadcasting Convention in Amsterdam . -1 3444065 3444032 Because of the holiday period , the agency will not release data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . Because of the holidays , CDC is not releasing data from the period since Dec. 27 until today . -1 654227 654356 IBM said it believes that the investigation arose from a separate SEC investigation of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit , which markets and sells point-of-sale products . The company added : " IBM believes that the investigation arises from a separate investigation by the SEC of a customer of IBM 's Retail Store Solutions unit . -1 2992682 2992869 " I think the financial diplomacy here of the sort that we are engaged in is the surest course to get the result we want . " " The financial diplomacy we 're engaged in is the surest course to get what we want , " Mr. Snow said . -1 3036166 3036117 " No , what I do is I answer questions as to whether or not the help that is available is being delivered , " Bush said . " Now I want to know whether or not the help that is available is being expedited and made available . -1 2009633 2008963 Perry has since called two special legislative sessions to try force the redistricting plan through . Since then , Texas Gov. Rick Perry has called two special sessions trying to push the measure through . -0 392080 392190 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC lost 4.95 points , or 0.33 percent , at 1,486.14 . The more broadly based Nasdaq Telecommunications Index rose 0.7 percent . -1 2491734 2491748 " The difference is just something called the tuner , which is a very small piece of equipment . " The only difference is a tuner , a small piece of electronics . " -1 450437 450533 When the butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly towards the sun , presumably because they no longer had any sense of time . And when butterflies were exposed to constant light , they flew directly toward the sun , apparently having lost their sense of time . -1 1793609 1793547 They said he organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . Agents described Carlow , 50 , as a " major player ' ' who organized a network of associates operating in as many as a dozen states . -1 670712 670500 In addition , David Jones will pay him $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain leases . DJs will pay homewares and furniture group Freedom $ 10 million to take over the Foodchain store leases . -0 1705277 1704990 Indeed , Mr. Weill , a self-described workaholic , said he planned to remain very involved in the company . Still , Mr. Weill will remain very much a power at the company . -1 1590753 1590946 Tisha Kresler , a spokeswoman for Global Crossing , declined to comment . A Global Crossing representative had no immediate comment . -0 1688452 1688470 The agreement between architect Daniel Libeskind and representatives of developer Larry Silverstein gives architect David Childs the lead role in developing the " Freedom Tower . " The collaboration gives architect David Childs , who has done extensive work with Silverstein , the lead role in developing the tower , which is to be the world 's tallest . -1 948905 948771 O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos from spy satellites might have been able to detect the small crack in the wing . O 'Keefe declined to discuss whether such photos would have enough resolution to detect small cracks in the wing panels . -1 692252 692188 Residents forced out of their homes on Sunday returned Monday , many to floods in their basements or lower floors . Residents of 220 homes forced out of their houses Sunday returned Monday , many to flooded basements or lower floors . -1 545646 545773 Initial reports indicated the shots had been fired from inside a mosque . According to Central Command 's initial reports , the attackers fired from a mosque in the city . -1 2934300 2934243 Last week , the executive committee of the Board of Trustees issued a no-confidence vote in Goldin . But last week the executive committee of the board of trustees gave him a vote of no confidence . -0 1141068 1141051 Mahmud controlled access to Saddam for everyone but immediate family members , Pentagon officials said . Mahmud controlled access to Saddam and was frequently at his side . -1 127940 127709 Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and also a member of the management board of DaimlerChrysler , said both EPI and Pratt & Whitney had presented " excellent proposals . Manfred Bischoff , EADS co-chairman and a member of DaimlerChrysler 's management board , said EPI and P & W had presented " excellent proposals . -1 467443 467517 The TAAD and SAR-x chips are priced from $ 125 to $ 300 in quantities of 10,000 . The products are priced at $ 575 and $ 295 in quantities of 10,000 . -1 1489846 1489778 The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are published in the July 1st issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . -1 146291 146112 The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 . -1 216483 216440 D 'Cunha said , from a science standpoint , Toronto 's last case was April 19 , so the all-clear day was actually yesterday . He said , from a science standpoint , the city 's last case was April 19 , so the all clear day was actually yesterday . -0 2498626 2498602 Mike Austreng , editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded student taken from the school by helicopter . Mike Austreng , the editor of the weekly Cold Spring Record , said he saw one wounded person airlifted from the school and another taken away by ambulance . -1 347634 347652 They describe themselves as " lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco " . The journal says : " Both are lifelong non-smokers whose primary interest is an accurate determination of the health effects of tobacco . " -1 3444814 3444661 A photograph of the doctor 's son , Ariel , holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . -1 3449037 3449133 Inamed shares closed down nearly 12 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . Inamed shares dropped as much as about 16 percent on Nasdaq , where it was one of the top percentage losers . -0 745879 746177 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gained 21.35 points , or 1.33 percent , to 1,624.91 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 5.16 points , or 0.32 percent , at 1,590.75 , breaking a six-day string of gains . -1 586478 586493 Before completion , the group will take surplus cash of 16.5m from TCG to reduce its net borrowings . Prior to completion , CCG said it will also extract surplus cash of $ 27 million to reduce net borrowings . -1 3383800 3384248 Delta personnel at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport were scrambling all day to find alternate flights -- even on other airlines , when necessary -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . Delta personnel at Atlanta 's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport scrambled all day to find alternate flights -- including seats on other airlines -- to move the inconvenienced passengers . -1 2139532 2139550 " Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO & President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " said Falcon in a statement . Based on that review , I have concluded that CEO and President Greg Parseghian and General Counsel Maud Mater should be replaced , " Falcon said . -0 453142 453099 For the year , Marvell expects revenue of $ 760 million to $ 790 million . Marvell Technology also reported revenue of $ 168.3 million , exceeding the First Call estimate of $ 162.6 million . -1 1465018 1465168 In trading on the New York Stock Exchange , Kraft shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 . Kraft 's shares fell 25 cents to close at $ 32.30 yesterday on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 1353169 1353351 The European Union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 ; the United States is now demanding that the EU end its ban . The union banned the import of genetically modified food in 1998 after many consumers feared health risks . -1 1787617 1787556 Stealing identities and credit card numbers with bogus e-mail and websites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned Monday . Stealing identities and credit-card numbers with bogus e-mail and Web sites that appear to come from legitimate companies is an increasing problem on the Internet , federal officials warned yesterday . -1 2268394 2268584 He was listed last night in critical but stable condition at Kings County Hospital Center , police said . That victim , a New Jersey resident , was in critical but stable condition at the hospital . -1 240387 240350 Investigators have meticulously looked into virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , Campbell has acknowledged . Investigators continue to probe virtually every aspect of Campbell 's personal and financial affairs , the former mayor has said . -1 3372296 3372332 For the full 12-month period ending June 30 , advanced services lines of all technology types increased by 56 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . -1 1973651 1973712 On Sunday August 3 , the House of Deputies voted nearly 2-1 in favor of the Reverend Gene Robinson of New Hampshire . On Tuesday in Minneapolis , the House of Bishops gave final approval on a 62-43 vote for the Rev. V. Gene Robinson of New Hampshire to become bishop . -1 338398 338968 Federal officials gave the DPS officer an FAA number to call to initiate lost-aircraft procedures . Federal officials then gave the Texas DPS officer a number to call at the FAA to initiate lost aircraft procedures . -1 2731394 2731255 After 26 hours of surgery and a year of anticipation , the boys were separated Sunday at Children 's Medical Center of Dallas . Two-year-old Egyptian twin boys , born with their heads conjoined , have been separated after 26 hours of surgery at the Children 's Medical Centre in Dallas . -1 1390978 1391163 But the settlement also defers any payment to investors , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . Any payment to investors will be delayed , potentially for years , until the securities lawsuits against the brokerage firms are resolved . -1 2959224 2959270 " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " SCO Group said in an answer filed to an IBM court filing . " The GPL violates the U.S. Constitution , together with copyright , antitrust and export control laws , " states SCO in documents filed with the U.S. District Court for Utah . -0 1378255 1377995 The Nasdaq composite index dropped 33.90 , or 2.1 percent , to 1,610.82 , having risen 1.1 percent last week . The Nasdaq composite index rose 16.74 , or 1 percent , to 1,650.75 . -0 2372859 2372881 Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 4.6 percent after raising its targets for chip sales on Friday . Elsewhere in Europe , Philips was up 3.8 percent after saying on Friday it was seeing positive developments with its U.S. dollar sales . -1 3393882 3393858 Police searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday , and prosecutors had sought to interrogate him that day only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . Magistrates searched Tanzi 's home near Parma on Wednesday and tried to question him the same day , only to find he had left Italy for an undisclosed foreign country . -1 237165 236886 The rule bars groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . It upheld fallback rules that bar the same groups from airing ads that promote , support , attack or oppose a candidate at any time . -1 2277401 2277378 Last year , Cuban officials said none of nearly two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas on time to attend the Grammys in Los Angeles . Cuban officials said that last year none of about two dozen nominated Cuban musicians received U.S. visas in time to attend the Latin Grammys . -1 2254641 2254589 The 244th Engineer Battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , the military said . The battalion has been clearing rubble , building playgrounds and restoring irrigation in Iraq , military officials told The Associated Press . -1 781342 781555 Xerox shares closed at $ 11.45 , up 2 cents on the New York Stock Exchange . Xerox shares rose 2 cents to close at $ 11.45 on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 2396342 2396238 It may suggest that the exchange give up its regulatory powers . It has no jurisdiction over his pay but does oversee the exchange 's regulatory powers . -1 354039 353906 At midday Saturday , automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiyah neighborhood , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . Automatic gunfire rattled windows in the Qadesiya neighborhood at midday today , a largely Arab area that borders a Kurdish quarter . -1 2815623 2815848 Southwest , the largest U.S. discount airline , said Friday that inspections of its fleet of 385 planes had found no additional items . Southwest said it completed inspections of its entire fleet of 385 aircraft and found no additional items . -0 1708629 1708560 The vulnerability affects Windows NT 4.0 , NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , XP and 2000 , as well as Windows Server 2003 . Microsoft issued a patch for the vulnerability , which affects Windows NT 4.0 , Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Services Edition , Windows 2000 , Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 . -0 3065731 3065834 The FBI later learned that two of the hijackers had lived near Awadallah in San Diego . The government charged that Awadallah knew both hijackers when they lived in the San Diego area . -0 749633 749912 " We need to change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " He urged employees to " avoid complacency " and to " change old habits and seriously rethink business-as-usual . " -0 1466172 1466251 The panel said some of NASA 's cameras were obsolete and others no longer have a good view , because of civilian buildings built near them . Others no longer have a good view , it said , because of civilian buildings built near them . -1 701402 701449 Both companies automate many channels , though XM has some live programming , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . Both companies automate many channels , although XM has some live programming anchored by disc jockeys who can field requests , and Sirius airs live in-studio performances and interviews . -1 3076578 3076653 The national denomination of the Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Anglican Communion . The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the American branch of the worldwide Anglican Communion , which has 77 million adherents . -1 358546 358608 That means that if the planet is in a season , it will continue to brighten for the next 20 years . If what scientists are observing is truly seasonal change , the planet will continue to brighten for another 20 years . -1 1194276 1193886 Neighboring Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hopes that Massachusetts ' supreme court will take a similar step soon . Canada has just decided to legalize same-sex marriage , and they have high hope that Massachusetts ' high court will take a similar step within a few weeks . -1 2383845 2383877 Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI was up 0.1 percent last month , compared to a rise of 0.2 percent in July . Excluding food and energy costs , the core CPI is seen rising 0.2 percent , matching the July figure . -1 1777871 1777960 The matriarch - who celebrates her 81st birthday next month - was yesterday thanked for her generosity by model and actor Sarah O 'Hare , the National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . The matriarch , who celebrates her 81st birthday next month , was thanked personally yesterday for her generosity by actress Sarah O 'Hare , National Breast Cancer Foundation patron . -1 2290718 2290988 The researchers at Imperial College London had previously shown that the hormone could suppress the appetites of lean people . Bloom and his colleagues had previously shown that the hormone , PYY3-36 , could curb the appetites of lean people . -1 3046158 3046275 Voyager 2 , also launched in 1977 , lags some 1.6 billion miles behind Voyager 1 . Voyager 1 was launched on September 5 , 1977 , 16 days after its companion , Voyager 2 . -1 3015236 3015328 The film stars James Brolin as Mr. Reagan and Judy Davis as Mrs. Reagan . Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winners James Brolin and Judy Davis star as Ronald and Nancy Reagan in The Reagans . -0 405201 405182 Wind River also cut costs , reducing first-quarter operating expenses by 28 percent to $ 47.1 million . Operating expenses fell 28 percent to $ 47.1 million in the first quarter from $ 65.8 million a year earlier . -1 2164195 2164454 But Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi in connection with previous bombings in India . Advani said Pakistan should prove its sincerity by handing over suspects wanted by New Delhi for past bombings . -1 2501607 2501591 A federal judge yesterday disconnected a new national " do-not-call " list , just days before it was to take effect , saying the agency that created it lacked the authority . A federal judge yesterday struck down the national do-not-call registry slated to take effect Oct. 1 , ruling the Federal Trade Commission had no authority to create the list . -1 1571089 1571025 The U.S. Conference Board said its latest measure of business confidence hit 60 after falling to 53 in its first quarter survey . The Conference Board said its measure of business confidence , which had fallen to 53 in the first quarter of 2003 , improved to 60 in the most recent second quarter . -0 921805 921755 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.69 points , or 0.98 percent , at 994.53 . The tech-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > gained 18.35 points , or 1.13 percent , to 1,646.02 . -1 2338980 2338968 A nationally known itinerant computer hacker faces a federal arrest warrant on a sealed federal complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . A nationally known computer hacker is being sought on a federal arrest warrant stemming from a sealed complaint in New York , a federal defender in California said Friday . -1 3332052 3331940 New York City will get an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the bonuses this year , compared with last year 's $ 125.4 million . New York City will collect an estimated $ 182.5 million in tax revenue from the 2003 bonuses , compared with the $ 125.4 million it collected in 2002 . -1 1953719 1953643 Under state law , DeVries must be released to the jurisdiction in which he was convicted . Under state policy , DeVries was to be returned to San Jose , where he was last convicted . -1 1308432 1308295 Whitney said officials evacuated a YMCA camp that had been scheduled to host 250 people beginning Sunday . Whitney said officials evacuated a camp where 250 people were expected to arrive Sunday . -1 3335514 3335455 AN inquest into the car crash that killed Princess Diana will be held January 6 , the royal family 's coroner announced overnight . Inquests into the deaths of Diana , Princess of Wales and Dodi Fayed will be formally opened in the New Year , the Royal Family 's coroner announced yesterday . -1 1424734 1424584 United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan suggested on Monday that the United States should lead a multinational force to stop fighting between government forces and rebels in Liberia . U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan on Saturday called for the urgent dispatch of a multinational force to Liberia to halt fighting between government and rebel forces that has killed hundreds . -0 750991 751125 Chairman Michael Powell and FCC colleagues at the Wednesday hearing . FCC chief Michael Powell presides over hearing Monday . -0 773545 773722 MessageLabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , said it had filtered out 27,000 infected e-mails in 115 countries as of Thursday morning . Messagelabs , which runs outsourced e-mail servers for 700,000 customers around the world , has labeled the worm " high risk " and reports more than 31,000 infections in 120 countries . -0 582699 582690 " We think it 's great news , " Enron spokesman Eric Thode said . Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . -0 381394 381254 Veritas said new customers can buy Bare Metal Restore for $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . Bare Metal Restore 4.6 will be available in mid-June , said Veritas , and will cost $ 900 per Windows client and $ 1,000 per Unix client . -0 350042 350051 Officials at Microsoft and Lindon , Utah-based SCO couldn 't be immediately reached for comment . Microsoft in Europe could not be immediately reached for comment . -1 2763475 2763440 They did so after her feeding tube was removed this afternoon , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . They did visit after her feeding tube had been removed , accompanied by the Rev. Thaddeus Malanowski , a Roman Catholic priest who visits Mrs. Schiavo weekly . -1 3437671 3437440 He is expected to ask banks for around € 50m this week to keep the company afloat . He is expected to ask for a lifeline of around € 50m to pay suppliers and keep the company afloat . -1 327456 327366 Economists said that raised the odds of a rate cut at the Fed 's next meeting on June 24-25 . Economists said those concerns raised the odds that the Fed might reduce rates at its next meeting on June 24-25 . -1 3255139 3255157 The company had an operating loss of $ 56.7 million in the first half of 2003 . In the first half of this year , the company lost $ 56.7 million . -0 1798982 1799475 She has a boyfriend , too , officials said : Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who sat with her family Tuesday . She also thanked her boyfriend , Sgt. Ruben Contreras , who was sitting next to the stage . -1 607991 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . -0 582690 582670 Enron spokesman Eric Thode declined to comment on the mediation order . " We think it 's great news , " said Enron spokesman Eric Thode . -1 1794122 1794228 " In 1980 , 6 % of children aged six to 18 were overweight , " he said . From 1976 to 1980 , it said , 6 percent of children ages 6 to 18 were overweight . -1 737789 737933 He could get six to seven years in prison , plus fines . The charges carry up to 25 years in prison and $ 1.25 million in fines . -1 3277346 3277330 In the total external disk storage system market , revenue increased 1.5 percent year over year in the third quarter , to $ 3.2 billion . In the total external disk storage system market , McArthur said revenue increased 1.5 percent year-over-year in Q3 to $ 3.2 billion . -1 1583456 1583736 " We have found the smoking gun , " board member Scott Hubbard said . " We have found the smoking gun , " said Hubbard , director of NASA 's Ames Research Center in California . -1 3159648 3159697 An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by an eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , researchers have found . An experimental drug can slow the loss of vision caused by a maddening eye disease that is the leading cause of blindness among the elderly , doctors reported on Saturday . -0 795984 795913 The legislation , which now goes to the full House , would amend the state 's 1988 corporate takeover law . The state House on Thursday approved legislation intended to clarify Michigan 's corporate takeover law . -0 3075693 3075784 They said the child was taken to Nassau County Medical Center for observation . The boy was taken to Nassau University Medical Center , where staff said he was " doing okay . " -1 3085147 3085018 The airline said the results showed that its recovery programme and other initiatives were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . It said today ’ s results showed that programme and other measures were helping to offset a continued deterioration in revenues . -0 1279909 1279881 In the first hour of trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 34 points to 9,107 , while the Nasdaq composite index rose 2 points to 1,612 . The Dow Jones industrial average was up 17 points to 9,090 , while the Nasdaq composite index fell 10 points to 1,601 . -1 2319051 2319099 The seven other nations in the initiative are Britain , Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal and Spain . Other nations involved in the PSI include Germany , Italy , the Netherlands , Poland , Portugal , Spain and Britain . -1 1653312 1653243 " Accusations of improper activity are as false today as they were when the Democrats first made them , " Grella said . Accusations of improper activity are as false today as when the Democrats first made them . " -0 487931 488007 The euro was at 1.5276 versus the Swiss franc , up 0.2 percent on the session , after hitting its highest since mid-2001 around 1.5292 earlier in the session . The euro was steady versus the Swiss franc after hitting its highest since mid-2001 of 1.5261 earlier in the session . -1 1257237 1257412 The Aspen fire had charred more than 12,400 acres by Monday on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson and more than 250 homes had been destroyed . The fire has so far charred 11,400 acres on Mount Lemmon just north of Tucson , and more than 250 homes have been destroyed . -1 666384 666485 The court on Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . -1 838787 838830 In 1999 , Mauritania became only the third Arab League state to establish full diplomatic relations with the Jewish state . It is one of only three states in the Arab League to hold full diplomatic relations with Israel . -1 1196004 1196099 Just across a river , St. Joseph has trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beachfront . Less than a mile away , across a river , St. Joseph features trendy restaurants , boutiques , offices and a picturesque beach front . -1 2340480 2340449 That client component , the Microsoft Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , is what Microsoft posted for free download Tuesday . Microsoft released Windows Rights Management Client 1.0 , the first software client , for free download earlier this week . -1 1799157 1799761 But in Palestine , her rural neighbourhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had nothing but praise for Pte Lynch . In Palestine , a rural neighborhood 225 miles west of Washington , residents had effusive praise for Lynch . -1 1387945 1388069 Justices Stephen Breyer , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Anthony Kennedy disagreed . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . -1 2965237 2965069 Cool , moist air moved into Colorado early Thursday and brought precipitation to two wind-whipped wildfires that had forced thousands to flee and threatened several hundred homes . Cool , moist air moved into Colorado overnight , raising hopes for firefighters battling two wind-whipped wildfires that forced thousands to flee and threatened hundreds of homes . -1 347274 347378 The latest outbreak seems to have begun with one of the female patients , a transfer from Jen Chi Hospital in Taipei . The outbreak seems to have begun with one of the roommates , a transfer from Taipei 's Jen Chi Hospital . -1 1724409 1724310 Its second-quarter earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double its prediction in April . But an earnings per share of 22 cents was slightly better than analysts ' estimates of 19 cents a share and more than double what Ford had predicted in April . -1 1641154 1641055 The board 's final report , expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the Columbia accident that killed seven astronauts , Gehman said . The board 's final report , which is expected in late August , will stop short of assigning individual blame for the accident . -1 2840953 2840899 Treasury prices rose slightly , sending the 10-year note yield down to 4.38 percent from 4.39 percent late Friday . Treasury prices gained for the third day in a row , pushing the 10-year note yield down to 4.35 percent from 4.36 percent late Monday . -0 826611 826464 But it is clear that the Joint Intelligence Committee was not involved . This report was cleared by the Joint Intelligence Committee . -1 2000409 2000365 Microsoft acquired Virtual PC when it bought the assets of Connectix earlier this year . Microsoft acquired Virtual PC from its developer , Connectix , earlier this year . -0 983573 983700 PFP Legislator Kao Ming-chien ( ) , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to join the conference , will arrive in Malaysia today . Kao , the fifth Taiwanese expert invited by the WHO to attend the conference , however , was absent from the delegation . -1 2090590 2090456 Earlier , he told France Inter-Radio , " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic . " " I think we can now qualify what is happening as a genuine epidemic , " Health Minister Jean-Francois Mattei said on France Inter radio . -0 1268103 1268213 SARS or severe acute respiratory syndrome emerged in November last year . Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome has infected 8459 people , 805 of whom died . -1 1983258 1983180 Hines died of cancer Saturday in Los Angeles , publicist Allen Eichhorn said Sunday . Hines died yesterday in Los Angeles of cancer , publicist Allen Eichorn said . -1 2475319 2475452 Sutherland is the 65-year-old computing pioneer who co-founded Evans & Sutherland , which made high-performance graphics computers . Sutherland , 65 , was a co-founder of Evans & Sutherland , an early maker of high-performance computers . -1 1628189 1628166 He said there was no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card for hotels , motels or other overnight stops . There is no indication , so far , that Gehring used his card at any motel or overnight lodging , he said . -0 2464878 2465098 Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said . Officers talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said . -0 1513394 1513490 " There are some who feel that if they attack us , we may decide to leave prematurely , " Mr Bush said at the White House . " There are some who feel like conditions are such that they can attack us there , " Bush told reporters at the White House on Wednesday . -0 1686539 1686168 That fire , the largest wildfire in state history , charred 469,000 acres and destroyed 491 homes in surrounding communities . That fire devastated timber on the reservation , while charring 469,000 acres and destroying 491 homes in surrounding communities . -1 1723480 1723289 He listed LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line as toys that were stealing market share . LeapFrog Enterprises ' LF.N LeapPad books , Hasbro Inc . ' s HAS.N Beyblade starter set , and MGA Entertainment 's Bratz doll line all were stealing market share , he said . -1 2129589 2129472 Bush said that he ordered the Treasury Department to freeze the assets after the suicide bombing in Jerusalem that killed 20 people Tuesday . Bush said in a statement that he ordered the U.S. Treasury Department to act following Tuesday 's suicide bombing attack in Jerusalem , which killed 20 people . -1 2617726 2618287 " A lot of these are made-up stories , " Schwarzenegger told NBC television . " Well , first of all , a lot of these are made up stories , " Mr. Schwarzenegger said . -0 603159 603135 He said that President Bush 's proposed Clean Air Act amendment , called the Clear Skies Initiative , would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . He said that by allowing power companies more flexibility , the Clear Skies Initiative would result in greater efficiency and therefore less pollution . -0 2873361 2873517 Gates dismissed the challenge from open-source programs such as Linux , which is gaining adherents in the public and private sectors . But Gates dismissed the challenge coming from open-source programs , including those written for operating systems such as Linux . -1 655516 655401 The global death toll approached 770 with more than 8,300 people sickened since the SARS virus first appeared in southern China in November . The global death toll is 770 with more than 8300 people sickened since the severe acute respiratory syndrome virus first appeared in southern China in November . -1 2530067 2530487 Chances were , he said more than a week ago , he would see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . Chances are , he will see people who year after year pick the same place to sit . -0 1947412 1947484 The appeal came as NATO was preparing to the take command of the 5,000 strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) on Monday . The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation on Monday assumes command of the 4.600-strong International Security Assistance Force ( ISAF ) which is helping with security and reconstruction in the Afghan capital . -1 69687 69610 Compared with the same quarter last year , Cisco earned $ 729 million , or 10 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.82 billion . Cisco reported earnings of $ 987 million , or 14 cents a share , on revenue of $ 4.62 billion for the quarter ending in April . -1 2852505 2852372 He adds : " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room . " " She started beating me with her hands about the head until I ran into the other room , " Mr Gest says of one incident . -1 2029542 2029603 In the interview , Janet Racicot said she heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water early Saturday morning . Janet Racicot heard the thud from the kitchen , where she was getting a glass of water , she said in an interview Tuesday . -0 2355787 2356027 After the war she spent three years in custody but tribunals cleared her of any wrongdoing . After the war , she spent three years under Allied arrest . -1 3200940 3201393 Jackson , 45 , posted a $ 3 million bond and returned to Las Vegas , where he is filming a music video . After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video . -1 667124 666899 " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " she said . " We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman . -1 2213910 2214019 The intelligence service , headed by Fujimori 's spy chief , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of torture , drug trafficking and disappearances . The head of the intelligence service under Mr. Fujimori , Vladimiro Montesinos , was accused of tortures and disappearances . -0 640880 640597 " There 's nothing we can do to stop " the water flow , Stegman said . " Right now , there is nothing we can do , " Stegman said . -1 404585 404787 Mr. Soros branded Mr. Snow 's policy shift a " mistake . " Soros criticised Snow 's policy shift as a " mistake " . -1 1268437 1268577 The Federal Open Market Committee meeting gets under way on Tuesday with a monetary policy decision due on Wednesday . The Federal Open Market Committee will end its two-day policy-setting meeting and announce its decision on Wednesday . -0 2408619 2408559 Late last month Microsoft restricted access to its MSN Messenger network . Microsoft last month said it is updating its MSN Messenger service in October . -1 3407279 3407314 Rashidi Ahmad , 33 , was found dead in his pickup truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , near Franklin Boulevard . Sheriff 's deputies found Ahmad in his truck after it crashed into a building at Lincolnshire and Williamsborough drives , just south of the Sacramento city limits along Franklin Boulevard . -0 2784891 2784624 Bolivia 's army fought to stop columns of protesters from streaming into the food-starved capital on Wednesday as a popular uprising against the president spread . Bolivia 's army fought to stop a column of dynamite-wielding miners from streaming into the besieged capital on Wednesday , leaving two dead as a popular uprising against the President spread . -1 231001 231030 Both Mr Blair and Foreign Secretary Jack Straw have denied that Britain had reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . Mr Blair and the Foreign Secretary , Jack Straw , have denied Ms Short 's claims that Britain has reneged on plans to involve the UN in the reconstruction of Iraq . -0 2232494 2232543 They include two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports with the remainder Iraqis and Saudis , the official said . Two Kuwaitis and six Palestinians with Jordanian passports were among the suspects , the official said . -0 1988217 1988201 Johnson and four other protesters were arrested soon afterward for blocking the roadway , a state misdemeanor . Johnson and four other protesters , ages 69 to 86 , were arrested for blocking the roadway . -1 3438092 3438142 The government has chosen three companies to develop plans to protect commercial aircraft from shoulder-fired missile attacks , homeland security officials announced Tuesday . The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it has selected three companies to continue research into ways to thwart shoulder-fired missile attacks on U.S. commercial aircraft . -1 1466129 1466006 Vivendi argues the agreement had not been approved by the board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances when new CEO Jean-Rene Fourtou took over . Vivendi argues the agreement was not approved by its board and that the payoff was inappropriate given the state of Vivendi 's finances at the time . -1 2923681 2923670 Two Americans killed in a recent ambush in Afghanistan were contract employees of the CIA , the agency said Tuesday . Two CIA operatives have been killed in an ambush in Afghanistan , the CIA said yesterday . -1 3445922 3445856 Over the weekend , NASA landed a six-wheeled robot on Mars to study the planet . Last Saturday , a six-wheeled robot developed by NASA landed on Mars and began sending back images of the planet . -1 539640 539371 Mr Charlton was in the third aisle when a man in a brown suit raced past him with his hands in the air , armed with the stakes . He said a man in the seventh row in a " brown suit raced past me with his hands raised in the air " armed with sharp stakes . -1 1536566 1536602 On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed another case , this one against Merrill Lynch investors in the firm 's Global Technology Fund . On Wednesday , Judge Pollack dismissed a similar class-action lawsuit filed by investors who lost money in Merrill 's Global Technology fund . -0 3092148 3092128 Overall control will be wielded by a national security council , headed by Mr Arafat . The other six security agencies will report to a National Security Council headed by Arafat . -1 758335 758269 Congress twice passed partial birth bans , but former President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the need for a health exception , vetoed both measures . Congress passed the measure twice and President Bill Clinton ( news - web sites ) , citing the lack of a health exception , vetoed it . -1 1307707 1307622 The Syrian government has said nothing in public about the raid . The Syrian government has had no public reaction to the clash . -1 2483416 2483366 Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other and Hackett had no connection to Colby , Doyle said . State police Lt. Timothy Doyle said Hackett and Rossignol did not know each other , and that Hackett had no connection to the college . -1 2679225 2679025 At another point , Mr. Bush said : " The choice was up to the dictator , and he chose poorly . " The choice was up to the dictator and he chose poorly , " Mr Bush said . -1 2286593 2286504 Two hours earlier , they had recovered the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . Just before dawn Tuesday , searchers found the body of Melissa Rogers , 33 , of Liberty , Mo . -0 495996 496023 But JT was careful to clarify that it was " not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " " However , we are not certain about the outcome of the discussion at this moment . " -1 2527952 2527760 Median household income declined 1.1 percent between 2001 and 2002 to $ 42,409 . The median household earned income fell $ 500 over the same period to $ 42,400 . -1 2082070 2081886 President Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " for Americans about the nation 's outdated power grid . President George Bush called the blackout " a wake-up call " to modernise the nation 's power-sharing system . -1 3153783 3153726 Eugene Uhl followed his father and grandfather into the military , his mother said . She said her son followed his father and grandfather into the military . -1 2380521 2380281 The main change , said Jim Walton , CNN 's president , is a fundamental shift in the way CNN collects its news . The main change , said CNN president Jim Walton , was a fundamental shift in the way the network collected its news . -1 1809381 1809368 The federal government intends to introduce legislation later this year that will ban unsolicited commercial e-mail , the Minister for Communications and Information Technology , Senator Richard Alston announced today . Australia will introduce legislation later this year to ban spam , the Minister for Communications , Information Technology and the Arts , Senator Richard Alston , announced today . -1 2635271 2635090 Legal experts said the case may mark the first time a parent has been convicted of contributing to a child 's suicide . Experts said the case marks one of the first times in which a parent was charged with contributing to a child 's suicide . -1 3064953 3064992 Five 17-year-olds have been charged with robbery and impersonating a police officer . All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . -1 578185 578532 Doctors have speculated that estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . -1 2608381 2608419 They fear the treatment would leave 12-year-old Parker Jensen sterile and stunt his growth . The Jensens have said they fear the treatment would stunt Parker 's growth and leave him sterile . -1 2637178 2637350 No charges have been filed in those deaths , but prosecutor David Lupas said authorities were making progress in the case . No charges have been filed in those deaths , but Luzerne County District Attorney David Lupas said authorities were " continuing to make significant progress " in the case . -0 2056695 2056127 Costner plays Charlie Waite , a cowboy with a violent past . In " Open Range , " Costner plays a cowboy who works with cattleman Robert Duvall . -1 2694821 2694682 " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh , 52 , said during a stunning admission aired nationwide . " You know I have always tried to be honest with you and open about my life , " Limbaugh said Friday on his program . -1 3034432 3034387 The Turkish troops also could be targets for attack , the ambassador acknowledged . Turkish troops almost surely would become targets for terrorists , the ambassador said . -0 377408 377367 You can reach her at ( 248 ) 647-7221 or send e-mail to lberman @ detnews.com. You can reach George Hunter at ( 313 ) 222-2027 or ghunter @ detnews.com. -1 2224622 2224687 The indictment ``strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug trafficking world , ' ' said U.S. Attorney Marcos Jimenez . The newly unsealed 32-count indictment alleges money laundering and conspiracy and " strikes at one of the very top targets in the drug-trafficking world , " Jiménez said . -0 2581013 2580985 Lee , 33 , told the newspaper that the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom , where he found her . Lee , 33 , said the girl had dragged the food , toys and other things into her mother 's bedroom . -1 2204550 2204582 Microsoft presented several options at the meeting , the consortium said in the statement . Microsoft officials presented " several options " it is considering , the W3C posting said . -1 1428181 1428275 About 25 governments have signed in the last four months , about half of those in the last three weeks . According to the State Department list , about 25 nations have signed bilateral agreements in the past four months , about half in the past three weeks . -1 2439719 2439791 " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said lead director H. Carl McCall in a statement . " The committee will define the role of the interim chairman and recommend an individual to fill that role , " said Carl McCall , the lead director of the NYSE board . -1 3270885 3270862 Some 55 gang members and associates were arrested in a coordinated sweep across the West on Wednesday , some for charges not related to the casino brawl . About 57 gang members and associates were arrested across the West on Wednesday , some on charges not related to the casino brawl . -0 701341 701234 Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " -0 1369900 1369751 At the hearing yesterday , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men immediately released on bail , evidently unaware they had already left the country . At a hearing Wednesday morning , High Court Judge Frank Kapanda ordered the men released on bail immediately . -1 3258665 3258734 Former Secretary of State Bill Jones has also expressed interest in the race but has not yet announced plans . Former Secretary of State Bill Jones , another potential major candidate , had not divulged his plans Tuesday . -0 2110325 2110199 Lt. Scotty Smither , a county firefighter , was struck by lightning . A county firefighter , was struck by lightning and was in stable condition at Frankfort Regional Medical Center . -0 3171466 3171578 " The flu season has had an earlier onset than we 've seen in many years , " said Julie Gerberding , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta . We 're seeing some very high levels of widespread flu infections in some places , " said Dr. Julie Gerberding , director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . -1 651796 651731 Johnsons site is www.katyjohnson .com. Maxs is www.tuckermax.com. Ms. Johnson 's site is www.katyjohnson .com. Mr. Max 's is www.tuckermax.com. -0 380073 379924 Gold 's rise pulled other precious metals higher , shunting silver to $ 4.81 / 83 an ounce from $ 4.77 / 79 last quoted in New York . Gold 's bounce pulled other precious metals higher , sending silver to $ 4.83 / 85 an ounce from $ 4.80 / 82 last quoted in New York . -1 166426 166354 Trade deals between manufacturers and grocery retailers or distributors have long been governed by complicated contracts that offer retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . Manufacturers and grocers or distributors have a long history of complicated contracts offering retailers discounts , money for advertising or payments for prominent shelf space . -1 1095653 1095781 Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe theres no place but Lowes Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " Based on the history and success of The Winston in Charlotte , I believe there 's no place but Lowe 's Motor Speedway that can do it justice . " -1 2797254 2797312 It was the first speech by a US president to a joint session of the Philippines Congress since 1960 . President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . -1 1013480 1013210 We think they have the right to choose . " We think PeopleSoft customers deserve the right to choose , " Ellison said . -1 1927422 1927553 Pressed for details , Mr Warner said : " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group " . " All six of them are dead , we were told by Harold and his group , " Warner said . -1 2352216 2351995 Both rebels and government forces have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite the peace agreement . Both rebels and government forces , including those loyald to Taylor , have been accused of pillaging villages in Liberia 's countryside despite a peace deal . -1 171788 171546 He worked out how to get through the bone with his cheap " multitool " -type knife , made duller from futile attempts to scratch away at the rock . He worked out how to get through the bone with his ``multi-tool ' ' -type knife , made duller by futile attempts to chip away at the rock . -0 58543 58516 The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 14.17 points or 0.94 per cent to 1,517.05 . The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points . -1 2522124 2522202 The juvenile arrested yesterday allegedly authored a variant of the worm known as " RPCSDBOT . " The variant the juvenile allegedly created was known as " RPCSDBOT . " -1 1027516 1027116 " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one as a stance against terrorism , " he replied . " I believe it is my duty to not only represent Australia but the people of the world as one to take a stance against terrorism . " -1 986927 986603 A draft statement , obtained by Reuters on Friday , stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . The EU statement stopped short of endorsing the U.S. charge that Tehran is seeking nuclear weapons but said some aspects of Iran 's programme raised " serious concern " . -0 323440 323515 Jim Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , also was not available for comment immediately ; his secretary said he was reviewing the report . A secretary for James Eisenbrandt , Wittig 's attorney , said Eisenbrandt was reviewing the report this morning . -0 1580901 1580702 British ministers have been asked to explain why they gave undue prominence to the claim that Saddam Hussein could deploy chemical or biological weapons " within 45 minutes " . Ahead of the war , Blair cited British intelligence information that Saddam Hussein could deploy deadly chemical and biological weapons within 45 minutes . -0 2239197 2239088 Staff writers Selwyn Crawford and Colleen McCain Nelson and Brian Anderson of DallasNews.com contributed to this report . Staff writers Brandon Formby and Colleen McCain Nelson contributed to this report . -1 1789130 1789041 SCO intends to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully paid-for way , he said . We intend to provide them with choices to help them run Linux in a legal and fully-paid for way . " -1 1684216 1684179 Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an intensive effort to support the still unproven claim that Saddam had forbidden weapons . Bush said the United States was reviewing documents and interviewing Iraqis in an effort to support the administration 's still unproven claim that Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction . -1 2643264 2643170 South Asia follows , with 1.1 millions youths infected — 62 percent of them female . Of the 1.1 million infected in south Asia , 62 % are female . -1 2854480 2854525 Researchers have identified roughly 130 genes on chromosome six that may predispose humans to certain diseases . Beck and his team have identified roughly 130 genes that somehow cause or predispose humans to certain diseases . -1 839301 839710 Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas told Palestinian Satellite TV the helicopter strike was a " terrorist attack . " Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas denounced the helicopter strike as a " criminal and terrorist " Israeli attack . -0 1690838 1690632 Government bonds sold off sharply after Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday that the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of extended growth " . Greenspan told Congress on Tuesday the U.S. economy " could very well be embarking on a period of sustained growth " . -1 3089073 3089213 This is what Dr. Dean said : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . He told the Register : " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks . " -1 3444661 3444792 A picture of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer just two weeks after George died . A photograph of the doctor 's son holding the guitar appeared in the National Enquirer two weeks after Harrison 's death . -1 1534078 1533998 Mayor Mike Bloomberg weighs in former football star William ' The Refrigerator ' Perry for the 88th annual Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest . Ex-Bears star William ' the Refrigerator ' Perry competes in the Nathan 's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest Friday . -1 587502 587614 Stocks had surged on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . Wall Street enjoyed a hefty rally on Tuesday as economic reports pointed to a thriving housing market and an uptick in consumer confidence . -1 1754660 1754722 A senior Administration official who briefed journalists on Friday said neither Mr Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the estimate in its entirety . The senior administration official said neither Bush nor National Security Adviser Condoleezza Rice read the entire National Intelligence Estimate . -0 581577 581596 Shares of Mandalay closed down eight cents to $ 29.42 , before the earnings were announced . Shares of Mandalay closed down 8 cents at $ 29.42 Thursday . -0 2834738 2834791 Three each came from Africa , Asia and Latin America . But 62 % of Catholics live in Africa , Asia and Latin America . -0 1684863 1685118 Muhammad will stand trial for the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean Harold Meyers , 53 . Muhammad , 42 , is charged in the Oct. 9 slaying of Dean H. Meyers , 53 , at a gas station in Manassas . -1 559424 559879 You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys who are out there competing with you . " You have to dig deep and come up with the goods against guys that are out there competing with the best of us . -1 2727213 2727379 The consensus estimate of analysts polled by Thomson First Call called for a profit of $ 1.70 per share . Analysts polled by Reuters Research , a unit of Reuters Group Plc , on average forecast profit of $ 1.69 per share . -0 1471951 1471935 Poland has finished assembling a 9,200-strong multinational stabilisation force it will command in central and southern Iraq , Defence Minister Jerzy Szmajdzinski said on Wednesday . The advance guard of the 9,200-strong multinational stabilization force Poland will command in central and southern Iraq left Wednesday on the country 's biggest military mission in nearly 60 years . -0 953684 953760 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX ended up 1.03 points , or 0.10 percent , at 998.51 , ending at its highest since late June 2002 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was off 1.67 points , or 0.17 percent , at 995.81 . -0 249655 249749 Shares in Tellabs were up 16 cents , or 2.2 percent , at $ 7.34 in morning trading on Nasdaq . Shares in Tellabs , after initially rising , were unchanged at $ 7.18 on Nasdaq shortly after midday . -0 2861783 2862110 Columbine gunman Dylan Klebold is shown firing a sawed-off shotgun in a video tape released by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Department . Harris also appears in the tape released Wednesday by the Jefferson County Sheriff 's Office . -0 222987 222901 The yield fell 2 basis points to 1.41 percent , after reaching 1.4 percent on May 8 , the lowest since March 12 . The yield fell 7 basis points to 3.61 percent , the lowest since March 12 and within 7 basis points of a 45-year low . -1 1598662 1598729 The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most--performers who have a hard time lining up work . Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . -0 2760410 2760324 Excluding the impact of accounting changes , Ford would have earned 13 cents a share . Excluding the $ 56 million charge and the accounting change , Ford 's third-quarter earnings amounted to 15 cents a share . -1 3067866 3067845 Sharon says he is willing to free the two as holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . Sharon has said he is willing to free Dirani and Obeid because holding them will not bring back Arad , who Israel believes is held by Iran . -1 1098141 1097919 PeopleSoft also said it expects the acquisition to close in the third calendar quarter of 2003 . PeopleSoft said the JD Edwards acquisition would close in the third quarter . -1 173827 173719 The dollar was also helped by concerns about possible yen- selling intervention by Japanese authorities . The dollar was helped on Friday by talk of yen-selling intervention by Japanese authorities on Thursday and Friday . -0 1123342 1123317 State health officials said Monday a young northeast Kansas woman likely has the state 's first case of monkeypox among humans or animals . Health officials confirmed Tuesday that a northeast Kansas woman has the state 's first case of monkeypox and the first case west of the Mississippi River . -0 1615248 1615008 " It 's hard to believe that we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , which is a very profound decision . " " It 's hard to imagine we live in a society where parents wouldn 't be notified of an abortion , " Bush said . -0 2054464 2054792 After hours of debate , the Senate passed the reform package 32-4 . The House passed the bill 87-26 after the Senate approved it , 32-4 . -1 607207 607083 Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control this month . Despite such optimism , Taiwan 's SARS crisis threatened to whirl out of control in the last week of May . -1 167471 167369 Baer said he had concluded that lawyers for the two victims " have shown , albeit barely . . . that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " Judge Harold Baer concluded Wednesday that lawyers for two victims " have shown , albeit barely ... that Iraq provided material support to bin Laden and al-Qaida . " -1 2658336 2658427 He 'll present his proposals to the state Legislature in January . The governor will present his budget proposals to the General Assembly in January . -1 2049267 2049335 Washington is wary of involvement , given its commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . The United States is wary of deep involvement in Liberia given commitments in Afghanistan and Iraq . -1 2490925 2490771 But U.S. District Judge Joseph DiClerico denied their request in a brief ruling . In a brief ruling , US District Judge Joseph A. DiClerico Jr. denied their motion for an injunction . -0 1446259 1445947 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix , by J.K. Rowling , Scholastic , 870 pages , $ 29.99 . In ' ' The Order of the Phoenix , ' ' Harry is 15 , and fully a teenager at last . -0 782003 782027 Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors _ three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives . Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others . -1 1048624 1048761 Belcher said the airport 's conference room became a shelter for several area families who had hiked up wooded hillsides in advance of rising water . Belcher said the airport 's conference room was serving as a makeshift shelter for several area families who hiked up the wooded hillside in advance of rising water . -1 3154866 3154978 A 1991 Florida straw poll helped catapult a little-known Bill Clinton to national prominence . A similar Florida straw poll in 1991 brought attention to Bill Clinton , according to Democrats . -1 1934033 1933985 " Our own history should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " Rice said in reference to Iraq . " Our own histories should remind us that the union of democratic principle and practice is always a work in progress , " she said . -1 2045542 2045082 He was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists , and dealing arms without a licence . Lakhani , 68 , is charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to terrorists and acting as an arms broker without a license . -0 3386414 3386441 In Lytle Creek Canyon , a 4-foot-high mud flow crossed a road , trapping a car . In Lytle Creek Canyon , the rain caused several mudslides , including a 4-foot-high flow across a road that trapped a car . -1 666915 667358 However , prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against guards , though Fine said his inquiry is not finished . Prosecutors have declined to take criminal action against corrections officers , although Fine said his inquiry was not finished . -1 1404480 1404314 About 18 percent of men taking finasteride developed prostate cancer , compared with 24 percent on placebo . They found that 6.4 percent of men on finasteride had high-grade tumors , compared to 5.1 percent taking a placebo . -1 987501 987609 Justices said that the Constitution allows the government to administer drugs only " in limited circumstances . " In a 6-3 ruling , the justices said such anti-psychotic drugs can be used only in " limited circumstances . " -1 1748331 1748343 Dr. Greg Robinson -- an AIDS patient -- left Health Canada 's advisory committee because of inconsistencies in pot access . Greg Robinson , a doctor who has AIDS , resigned from Health Canada 's advisory committee because of what he described as inconsistencies in the access program . -1 650062 650095 The Dow Jones industrials briefly surpassed the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . " The Dow Jones industrials climbed more than 140 points to above the 9,000 mark for the first time since December . -0 2929323 2929306 Peter Lyman and Hal Varian of Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems say that information production has increased by 30 percent each year between 1999 and 2002 . That task appealed to two masters of the megabyte , Peter Lyman and Hal Varian , professors at the University of California-Berkeley 's School of Information Management and Systems . -1 2209112 2209391 The league said it is not taking a position on whether Governor Gray Davis should be recalled in the Oct. 7 voting , and will not endorse a replacement candidate . The group said it is not taking a position on whether Davis should be recalled and will not endorse a replacement candidate . -1 139442 139370 In 1999 , NIST found , the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . The NIST discovered that in 1999 the Port Authority issued guidelines to upgrade the fireproofing to a thickness of 1 1 / 2 inches . -1 2469444 2469659 Mr Annan said terrorism " will only be defeated if we act to solve the political disputes and long-standing conflicts which generate support for it " . Annan said terrorism would only be defeated " if we act to solve the longstanding conflicts which generate support for it . " -0 2469350 2469343 Smackdown , first organized by WWE , registered more than 400,000 voters for the 2000 presidential election . Since the election , the group has registered more than 400,000 voters . -0 699968 699921 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC climbed 19.11 points , or 1.2 percent , to 1,615.02 . The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX gained 13.68 points , or 1.42 percent , at 977.27 . -1 2889197 2889176 " He did a bad job going up there , " Mr. Villalona said . Villalona put it more bluntly : ``He did a bad job going up there , ' ' he said . -0 3351439 3351513 " Michael is innocent , " Jackson 's mother , Katherine , said in a written statement . " Michael Jackson is unequivocally and absolutely innocent of these charges , " Geragos said . -1 1319170 1319473 The German financial regulator , BaFin , may prove critical of WestLB 's risk assessment . An investigation by BaFin , the German financial regulator , has condemned the bank 's risk controls . -0 1853409 1854181 U.S. President George W. Bush said " the nation lost a great citizen " with Hope 's death . " The nation lost a great citizen , " U.S. President George W. Bush said Monday . -1 868100 868040 An Associated Press report is included . Material from the Associated Press supplemented this report . -0 3353310 3353302 The manufacturers include Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd . , and Sharp Corp. Companies expected to benefit from the funds are Fujitsu Ltd . , Mitsubishi Electric Corp. , Motorola Japan Ltd . , NEC Corp. , Panasonic Mobile Communications Co . Ltd. and Sharp Corp. -1 2725648 2725720 Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly will be between one and three . Nor has it said how many astronauts will be on board , through there reportedly could be as many as three . -0 173928 173865 The euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in early Asian trading before standing at $ 1.1525 / 30 . Against the dollar , the euro rose as high as $ 1.1535 -- a fresh four-year high -- in morning trade before standing at $ 1.1518 / 23 at 0215 GMT . -1 842309 842484 Radio reports said hundreds of settlers converged on the four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . Army Radio reported early today that hundreds of settlers converged on four outposts overnight , hoping to disrupt their evacuation . -1 2357993 2357953 " They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence of the risks of this and other drugs in the future . They will feel themselves to be deceived and they may well dismiss legitimate evidence for the dangers and risks of this and other drugs in the future . " -1 2119782 2119685 The computers were reportedly located in the U.S. , Canada and South Korea . The PCs are scattered across the United States , Canada and South Korea . -1 2725674 2725751 He said the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons , but said he did not think that the Shenzhou V had military applications . He said he did not think that the Shenzhou V launch had military applications , even though the space program is developing antisatellite weapons and robotic space weapons . -1 767089 767056 The leased applications are designed to help sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . Salesforce.com rents software that helps corporate sales people track customer accounts and sales leads . -1 2057020 2056955 And although he has acted in period dramas before in screen versions of Jane Austens Persuasion and Charlotte Brontes Jane Eyre Henchard is a breed apart . And although he has acted in period dramas before - in screen versions of Jane Austen 's " Persuasion " and Charlotte Bronte 's " Jane Eyre " - Henchard is a breed apart . -1 2482633 2482523 US District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for US Sugar Corp. , which led the fight for his ouster . U.S. District Judge William M. Hoeveler 's removal by his superior was a victory for U.S. Sugar Corp. , which led the fight against Hoeveler . -0 3380184 3380987 For Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) , the house means stability and family . Kathy Nicolo ( Jennifer Connelly ) is desperate that her family not find out that her life has fallen apart . -1 2770134 2770265 The justices declined without comment to review the ruling that upheld physicians ' rights to speak freely with their patients . The justices declined without comment to review a lower-court ruling that said doctors should be able to speak frankly with their patients . -1 3282609 3282552 It has also been revealed the boy 's family filed two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a $ 165,000 settlement in one case . It has also been revealed that the boy ’ s family has launched two other abuse-related lawsuits in the past , winning a £ 90,000 settlement in one case . -1 1643570 1643198 Dr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure . Mr Blix said : " I don 't know exactly how they calculated this figure of 45 minutes in the dossier . -0 820382 820723 Only 12 of the last 30 attempts to reach Mars have succeeded ( two are in transit ) . Of about 30 attempts to reach Mars , only 12 missions have succeeded . -0 186673 186613 Lucent 's stock shed 6 cents , or 2.7 percent , to close at $ 2.15 after heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday . Lucent 's stock was up a penny at $ 2.22 in heavy trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday afternoon . -1 243838 243710 Mitchell , Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya , Movin ' Out , complete the field . Brian Stokes Mitchell , who stars in a revival of Man of La Mancha , Malcolm Gets from Amour and John Selya of Movin Out fill out the category . -1 521939 521928 But White House spokesman Ari Fleischer said yesterday : " The steps the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qa 'ida are insufficient . " " The steps that the Iranians claim to have taken in terms of capturing al-Qaida are insufficient . -1 1357059 1357100 The Smyrna Nissan plant was recently named the most productive automotive manufacturing site in North America , said Kisber . Last week , a national study ranked Nissan 's Smyrna plant the most productive in North America . -0 3406445 3406440 On Hebert 's body were his wallet , driver license and cell phone , its batteries drained , Tracy said . He was identified by his driver 's license and cell phone , Utah County Sheriff Jim Tracy said . -1 3009743 3009639 Drewes and a friend were playing a game of " ding-dong-ditch " -- ringing doorbells and running away -- in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . Drewes and his friend were pulling a mischievous , late-night game of " ding-dong-ditch " knocking on doors or ringing doorbells and running in the Woodbury neighborhood in suburban Boca Raton . -1 724060 723590 Advertising and circulation revenues from the flagship Martha Stewart Living magazine have declined . Advertising and circulation revenues for Martha Stewart Living magazine have taken a hit . -1 2396679 2396818 That risk , described as minor , remains " the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the statement released after the Fed meeting said . " The risk of inflation becoming undesirably low remains the predominant concern for the foreseeable future , " the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee said . -1 413097 413107 But right now it looks manageable , " Gehman told reporters . Right now it looks to me like it 's going to be manageable , " he said . -0 1614015 1613879 Elsewhere in the diary , Truman showed a more familiar side , colorful and outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . History aside , the diary reveals a colorful , witty , introspective and irreverent president outspoken in his disdain for life in the White House . -1 2916184 2916154 Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Pedro Duque of Spain landed in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 0240 GMT . Russian Yuri Malenchenko , American Edward Lu and Spain 's Pedro Duque came down in their Soyuz TMA-2 capsule at 2 : 40 a.m. GMT . -0 644152 643712 Authorities in Alabama said the passage of time , and the transfer or retirement of some investigators , has not hurt their case . Meantime , federal authorities in Alabama said the passage of time has not hurt their case against Rudolph . -1 3093470 3093389 Fasting glucose was 142 mg / dL on average for those given usual care , compared with 129 mg / dL in the group given specialized care ( P < .01 ) . Fasting glucose , used to measure diabetes risk , was 142 on average for those given usual care compared to 129 in the group given special treatment . -0 2268664 2268416 The victim , who was also not identified , was taken to Kings County Hospital in critical condition . The shooting victim was taken to Kings County Hospital Center , where he later died , the police said . -1 3261251 3261222 The remaining five men continue to be questioned under Section 17 of the Terrorism Act . Three men and two women who were at the property were arrested under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 . -1 2002136 2002037 Wall Street is looking for a profit of 30 cents a share in the third quarter and $ 1.31 for the fiscal year . Analysts were expecting a profit of 30 cents a share for the third quarter and $ 1.31 a share for the full year . -0 882107 882059 Daniel C. Clark and James Hargadon ; a former priest , Bruce Ewing ; and two teachers are awaiting trial . Two other priests , the Revs Daniel C Clark and James Hargadon , and a former priest , Bruce Ewing , are awaiting trial . -0 1578836 1578673 A senior air force official and a member of parliament were also on board , state radio report said . A senior air force official and a member of Parliament also died in the crash , it said . -1 907751 907588 The Nets and the Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while causing their high-scoring American Basketball Association forefathers to cringe . The Nets and the San Antonio Spurs are crossing new frontiers of offensive ineptitude while embarrassing their high-scoring ABA forefathers . -1 1646704 1646618 Police spokesman Brigadier-General Edward Aritonang confirmed that another two men had been arrested yesterday , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang in central Java . Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java . -1 248894 248865 Most taxpayers will get surprise tax cuts of between $ 4 and $ 11 a week from July 1 . Australia 's 9 million income taxpayers received surprise tax cuts of between $ 3 and $ 11 a week from Treasurer Peter Costello last night . -1 3446482 3446446 " I can tell you that it 's routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT teams to rigorously test new platforms and technologies inside IBM . " " It is routine for IBM to challenge its internal IT team to rigorously test new platforms and technology inside IBM . " -1 3085795 3085540 Roberts said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of a major attack in Saudi Arabia . Roberts said on Fox News Sunday that said his committee was briefed about a week ago about the likelihood of an attack in Saudi Arabia . -1 2527006 2527060 Neither immediately said his agency would appeal the decision , but many others following the case said an appeal was likely soon . Neither said whether they would appeal the decision but others said an appeal was certain . -1 2341846 2341677 BofA said yesterday it had " policies in place that prohibit late-day trading " . Bank of America says its policies prohibit late-day trading , which is illegal . -1 2879203 2878495 Palm Beach County is considering adding up to $ 200 million more in incentives . Palm Beach County is prepared to kick in another $ 200 million to build the institute 's campus . -1 1084599 1084669 Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that does not necessarily prompt thoughts of Lee . Viacom 's lawyers say Spike is a common name that doesn 't necessarily prompt thoughts of the 46-year-old film director . -1 883875 883827 The American troops , who also defend the mayor 's compound , have been attacked on two separate occasions . The American troops from 3-15 infantry , who also defend the compound of the Falluja mayor , have been attacked on two occasions . -1 2221994 2222004 YES filed suit yesterday in the Supreme Court of New York County in Manhattan . The suit was filed in the Supreme Court of New York County . -0 3414762 3414734 Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . Shares of the Oak Brook , Ill.-based hamburger giant closed at $ 24.60 , up 51 cents , or 2.1 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 2869052 2869113 The discovery was published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine . They appear in the Oct. 23 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . -0 684942 684976 " At that time I didn 't agree , because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren and security , " he says . In a generous gesture of uncharacteristic compassion , Samudra claims : " At that time I didn 't agree because the people who will be the victims are schoolchildren " . -0 998493 998303 Tamil parties blame the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) for these killings . The government wanted to revive talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam ( LTTE ) to discuss the interim structure . -1 786554 786522 Mr. Grassley and Mr. Baucus rejected any disparity in drug benefits . Grassley and Baucus said they had rejected that approach in their plan . -1 2331892 2331244 Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national DNA data base in August . Investigators conducted DNA tests on the stains and ran the results through a national database last month . -1 776470 776441 In January , Georgia 's U.N. envoy Revaz Adamia accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " In January , it accused Russia of annexing the region and appealed to the U.N. Security Council to " assume effective leadership over the peace process . " -1 2226471 2226151 If you 're over here thinking this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " If you think this problem has been blown out of proportion by the media , you are wrong . " -1 2054996 2054926 WHO noted that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was due to overuse of antibiotics by doctors -- not due to farmers . The WHO said in a report on Wednesday that most resistant bacteria growth among humans was not due to farmers , but to overuse of antibiotics by doctors . -1 3254506 3254576 In Canada , Tim Hortons ' same-store sales were up as much as 6.7 per cent . Tim Hortons ' same-store sales in Canada rose by 6.7 per cent . -1 3123856 3123720 One had also pointed to the word refugee in an English / Turkish dictionary . One man had brandished an English-Turkish dictionary and pointed to the word " refugee " . -1 452856 452912 Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ISPH.O tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . Drug developer Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc . ( nasdaq : ISPH - news - people ) tumbled $ 2.17 , or 13.4 percent , to $ 13.98 . -1 2263996 2263904 Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko managed a space first earlier this month by marrying his earth-bound fiance by space phone . Russian cosmonaut Malenchenko achieved a first earlier this month when he married his earth-bound fiancee by video link . -1 1015170 1015204 Wal-Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. were among the merchants posting May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . Wal- Mart , Kohl 's Corp. , Family Dollar Stores Inc . , and Big Lots Inc. posted May sales that fell below Wall Street 's modest expectations . -0 545815 545928 On Monday , one American soldier was killed and another was wounded when their convoy was ambushed in northern Iraq . On Sunday , a U.S. soldier was killed and another injured in southern Iraq when a munitions dump exploded . -1 2011669 2011807 A senior Malaysian member of JI testified in June that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . A senior Malaysian member of Jemaah Islamiah testified on June 26 that Bashir had approved the church bomb attacks and had also called a meeting to plan Megawati 's assassination . -0 441111 441030 Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez did not leave the private jet during a stop for customs inspection at Brown Field . Maria de Jesus Quiej Alvarez and Maria de Teresa Quiej Alvarez arrived at the airport in separate ambulances . -1 1306668 1306618 Maddox , 87 , cracked two ribs when he fell about 10 days ago at an assisted living home where he was recovering from intestinal surgery , Virginia Carnes said . Maddox , who had battled cancer since 1983 , cracked two ribs earlier this month when he fell at an assisted living home where he was recovering from surgery . -1 3085125 3085085 Mr Adams , managing director , will become chief executive on January 1 . Paul Adams , BAT managing director , will take over as chief executive in January . -1 339434 339408 " Really , this plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City , " Mr. Silver said . " His plan is an insult to working parents throughout New York City . " -1 78643 78719 Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages yesterday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least 22 people , military officials said . Muslim guerrillas attacked a town and took hostages Sunday as they withdrew from fighting that killed at least three people , the military and rebels said . -1 1625779 1625975 " I am responsible for the approval process in my agency , " he said in Friday 's statement . Second , I am responsible for the approval process in my agency . -1 1356983 1357063 The $ 250 million expansion will boost Nissan 's total investment at its two Tennessee plants to $ 2.75 billion . This will bring Nissan 's total capital investment in Tennessee to $ 2.75 billion . -1 1777394 1777314 The document , headlined Information for Health Care Professionals , warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions . The document warns of potential panic attacks , psychosis and convulsions in some cases . -1 1438096 1437645 In Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 0.8 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 lost 0.9 percent and Germany 's DAX index gave back 1 percent . In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 fell 1.6 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 dropped 1.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index lost 1.9 percent . -1 724297 724443 On a positive note , C & W 's estimated lease commitments -- one potential hurdle to U.S. exit -- fell 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . Added to savings on the dividend , C & W 's estimated lease commitments , one hurdle to its U.S. escape , fell by 600 million pounds to 1.6 billion . -1 788048 788091 Attorneys for the defense and media have filed documents opposing a gag order . Attorney Gloria Allred , who is representing Frey , also filed documents opposing a gag order in the case . -1 511693 511287 " Our policies are well-known , and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy " on Iran , Powell said . " Our policies are well known and I 'm not aware of any changes , " Secretary of State Colin Powell said Tuesday . -0 2187868 2187826 " They were brutally beaten , and it 's really a wonder that Porchia is the only deceased in this case . " " It 's a wonder that Porchia was the only deceased in this case , " Sax added . -0 3384254 3383797 At least 13 of the affected flights were scheduled out of Atlanta . At least 13 flights out of Atlanta were listed as canceled . -0 1308358 1308468 The blaze was only 5 percent contained early Monday . The blaze , started by lightning June 6 , is considered 95 percent contained . -1 3209548 3209513 " Here 's what happened : I go to their Web site and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " he said . " " I go to their website and start complaining to them , would you please , please , please stop bothering me , " Mr. Booher told a reporter . -0 67983 68260 The Supreme Court agreed Monday in Illinois vs. Telemarketing Associates . The case decided Monday centered around an Illinois fund-raiser , Telemarketing Associates . -1 3171869 3171847 Experts say they think better treatment , including widespread use of the drug tamoxifen , as well as mammogram screening are responsible for the improvement . Experts say they think better treatment , including use of the drug tamoxifen and mammogram screening , are responsible . -1 285795 285622 " He wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . As far as I know , he wasnt like that , except for getting in a couple fights with his dad . " -0 1977523 1977693 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC inched down 1 point , or 0.11 percent , to 1,650 . The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX inched up 3 points , or 0.32 percent , to 970 . -0 969655 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > declined 16.68 points , or 1.01 percent , at 1,636.94 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . -1 2019241 2019199 The tuxedo shop was used as a front for laundering proceeds from a stolen credit cards . Ragin and Hayes were accused of using a phony tuxedo rental business as a front for laundering proceeds from stolen credit cards . -1 101700 101919 A Connecticut judge Tuesday sentenced a man to 30 years in prison in the death of a teenage girl he met on the Internet . A restaurant worker was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday for the sexual assault and strangling of a sixth-grade girl he met in an Internet chat room . -1 192697 192862 They say inspectors must certify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction before sanctions can be lifted . It calls for the return of U.N. weapons inspectors to verify that Iraq is free of weapons of mass destruction . -1 3253370 3253092 State wildlife officials have concluded that the fluorescent zebra fish from Florida poses no danger , and they have recommended that the state exempt it from the ban . State wildlife officials have concluded that the Florida-grown fluorescent zebra fish poses no danger , and they have recommended that it be exempted from the state 's ban . -1 2226559 2226541 The high Saturday is expected to be about 92 degrees , and it will likely drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . The high today will be about 92 degrees and will drop to 90 degrees Sunday and Monday . -1 2304746 2304666 Gartner raised its own worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 per cent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 per cent . Gartner Inc. also raised its worldwide PC shipment forecast in August to 8.9 percent growth for 2003 , up from expectations of 7.2 percent . -0 2945092 2945178 Strong spokeswoman Stephanie Truog said , " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . -0 1279593 1279614 AMD had revenue of $ 715 million and a loss of 42 cents a share during the March quarter . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . -1 498305 498375 Genetic studies of ethnic groups raise concerns because of fears that they could be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote stereotypes . Geneticists cite fears that ethnic-based research would be used or distorted to justify discrimination against a group or to promote racial stereotypes . -1 3419191 3419297 General Huweirini , who has worked closely with the US , was wounded in the shooting on December 4 , US officials said . Huweirini , who has worked closely with U.S. officials , was wounded in an attack Dec. 4 , the U.S. officials said . -1 1168228 1168203 Similar bills passed the House twice but died in the Senate . Two years ago , the House passed a similar version that floundered in the Senate . -0 1387874 1388069 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy also dissented from the dismissal . Justices Anthony Kennedy , Sandra Day O 'Connor and Stephen Breyer dissented . -0 3119362 3119594 She countersued for $ 125 million , saying Gruner & Jahr broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions . She countersued for $ 125 million , saying G + J broke its contract with her by cutting her out of key editorial decisions and manipulated the magazine 's financial figures . -0 1788039 1787922 With the government grant added in , the airline earned $ 246 million , or 30 cents a share . That was more than double the $ 102 million , or 13 cents a share , for the year-earlier quarter . -1 1928242 1928533 Other recall suits are pending in federal court . There are three suits challenging the recall still pending in federal court . -1 1281627 1281485 Analysts have estimated the worth of the core properties at $ 10 billion- $ 15 billion . Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . -1 1922300 1922496 A prosecutor says Dorchester County parents were responsible for the death of their a 6-year-old autistic son , whose body was found in a pond near the family home . St George A prosecutor says a Dorchester County couple was responsible for the death of their 6-year-old autistic son whose body was found in a pond near the family home . -0 2365373 2365452 The Commerce Commission would have been a significant hurdle for such a deal . The New Zealand Commerce Commission had given Westpac no indication whether it would have approved its deal . -1 2262571 2262600 At least 7000 computers were affected by Parson 's worm , Assistant US Attorney Paul Luehr said . The FBI said at least 7000 computers were infected by Parson 's software . -1 2047843 2047749 In Ventura County , the number of closings and advisories dropped by 73 percent , from 1,540 in 2001 to 416 last year . The number of days when Texas beaches had swimming advisories dropped from 317 in 2001 to 182 last year . -0 3074273 3074290 On Saturday , the International Committee of the Red Cross said it was temporarily closing its offices in Baghdad and Basra . The International Committee of the Red Cross , fearful for the safety of its staff operating in Iraq , announced it was temporarily shutting its offices in Baghdad and Basra . -1 2458881 2459084 It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognize the results after Suu Kyi 's party won . It held elections in 1990 , but refused to recognise the results when Miss Suu Kyi 's National League for Democracy won by a landslide . -1 1443586 1443540 The findings appear in next Friday 's Physical Review Letters . The findings will be reported Friday in the journal Physical Review Letters . -1 2442303 2442375 In Washington , the federal government remained closed for a second day . The nation 's capital was quiet today , with the federal government shut down for the second day . -1 424636 424710 Aquila is short of cash , and Avon bondholders at one point feared it may default on interest payments . Avon bondholders have no recourse to Midlands 's assets and at one point feared Aquila would default on interest payments . -0 2274850 2274727 Janice Kelly said her husband had received assurances from senior MoD officials that his name would not be made public . She told the inquiry that her husband had received assurances from his line manager and senior ministry officials that when he came forward his name would not be made public . -1 3261229 3261252 The arrests came two days after Ken Livingstone , the London Mayor , claimed police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . London Mayor Ken Livingstone announced over the weekend that police and security services had foiled four terrorist attacks on the capital . -1 2427913 2427947 In the evening , he asked for six pizzas and soda , which police delivered . In the evening , he asked for six pepperoni pizzas and two six-packs of soft drinks , which officers delivered . -1 3372289 3372332 For the full 12-month period , high-speed cable modem connections increased by 49 percent . For the full year period ending June 30 , 2003 , high-speed lines increased by 45 percent . -1 1747026 1747118 Even her request , decades later , to attend her father 's funeral on the island was denied . Years later , Cuba refused permission for her to attend her father 's funeral . -1 1076855 1076875 Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and is also suspected of a 1997 Georgia killing . Paul Durousseau , 30 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five slayings between December and February , and also is suspected of a 1997 killing in the state of Georgia . -0 3242382 3242517 Advancers outnumbered decliners 1,821 to 1,199 on the New York Stock Exchange on volume of just over 480 million shares . Advancing issues outnumbered decliners by a 4-to-3 ratio on the New York Stock Exchange . -1 3158959 3159002 Mississippi placed among the bottom 10 states in 13 of the 17 measures . Mississippi is among the bottom five states on nine other measures . -0 423841 423882 Most other potential buyers are interested only in cherry-picking the most attractive assets . Other potential suitors are not interested in acquiring only the music business . -0 1396291 1396477 " Generally unwanted - and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent - spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes , warming us up for the punchline . Generally unwanted — and often pornographic or with fraudulent intent — spam is a nuisance and a distraction , " Gates writes . -1 1599833 1599728 " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light - through the prism of our experience on 9-11 . " " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " -1 174386 174482 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.14 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.41 . " The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index gained 10.89 , or 1.2 percent , to 931.12 as of 12 : 01 p.m. in New York . -1 917966 918316 In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and the costs of outpatient hospital care rose by 14.6 percent , the study . In 2002 , spending on inpatient hospital care grew by 6.8 percent and that on outpatient hospital care by 14.6 percent . -1 2630954 2631063 This decision would " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy , " he said . He added that the decision will " throw a monkey wrench into the FCC 's efforts to develop a vitally important national broadband policy . " -1 1314758 1315056 The truck was later found parked near the Tacoma Mall about three miles away . The Sonoma was later found near the Tacoma Cemetery , south of the Tacoma Mall . -0 2815611 2815494 No charges were announced , but the statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday . An FBI statement said legal proceedings were expected Monday in federal court in Baltimore . -1 2352856 2353073 The WHO says the latest case does not fit its profile of SARS and is not a public health concern . The WHO has said the Singapore case did not fit its profile of SARS and was " not an international public health concern . " -0 2065849 2065533 He was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed , " Bush said . " He 's a known killer who was a close associate of Sept . 11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed . -0 344085 344229 Some analysts estimate sales of Xolair could reach $ 260 million by 2006 and $ 750 million by 2008 . Analysts estimate peak annual U.S. sales of Xolair will top $ 200 million . -0 820901 820928 The highly integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , the part requires only minimal external components . With integrated amplifiers for driving microphone and speakers , BlueCore3-Multimedia is available in LFBGA package . -1 2221430 2221460 For the week , the Russell 2000 , the barometer of smaller company stocks , advanced 11.92 , or 2.5 percent , closing at 497.42 . The Russell 2000 index , which tracks smaller company stocks , was up 1.02 , or 0.21 percent , at 496.83 . -1 2905150 2904961 In Chatsworth , 52km north-west of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were being told to begin gathering their belongings . In Chatsworth , 32 miles northwest of Los Angeles , residents of multimillion-dollar homes there were told to gather their belongings . -1 1908353 1908610 Thompson ordered Moore to remove the monument within 30 days , but stayed that order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . On Dec. 19 , he gave Moore 15 days to remove it , but a week later stayed his order pending Moore 's appeal to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . -1 3015457 3015476 Her 92-year-old husband is now severely debilitated by Alzheimer 's disease . The 92-year-old former president is suffering from Alzheimer 's disease . -1 2315858 2315632 Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will have to say about him at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person presidential fund-raiser . Daniels said he doesn 't know what Bush will say at tonight 's $ 2,000-per-person reception to raise funds for his presidential re-election bid . -1 983252 983273 To the caller who claimed to have found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you , " no-questions-asked " . To the Sound-Off caller who said they found a mini-cassette from the space shuttle Columbia : NASA is extremely interested in talking to you on a " no-questions-asked " basis . -1 347389 347285 Also , hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms are " moving along impressively , " Dr. Roth said . Dr. Roth also said that hospital efforts to start " fever clinics " in parking-lot tents to keep infectious patients out of emergency rooms were " moving along impressively . " -1 1167820 1168134 His opinion contradicts one issued in 1992 by then-Attorney General Bob Stephan . Kline 's legal opinion differs from the interpretation issued by former Attorney General Bob Stephan in 1992 . -1 2945688 2945844 You can use interactive features on the IRS Web site ( www.irs.gov ) to track refunds or advance child-credit payments . Taxpayers unsure if they are owed refunds can use interactive features on the IRS Web site to track refunds or advance child credit payments . -1 1185923 1186190 That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president , " he told a rally in New Hampshire . " That 's one reason why I 'm running to be president of the United States . " -0 396045 396195 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman said she will send a U.S. technical team to Canada to assist in the situation . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman , who announced yesterday 's ban , also said Washington would send a technical team to Canada to assist in the Canadian situation . -1 2010110 2010239 The charges were dismissed in Franklin County Municipal Court . Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Janet Grubb approved dismissal of the charges . -1 2183969 2183948 While JI has undoubted links with al-Qaeda , the relationship " may be less one of subservience ... than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . While JI has undoubted links with the terrorist group al-Qaeda , the report says the relationship " may be less one of subservience . . . than of mutual advantage and reciprocal assistance " . -1 121580 121626 He told the jury Stubbs is a " cold , calculating killer . " District Attorney Dave Lupas reminded jurors that Stubbs is , " a cold , calculating killer " . -0 816251 816455 Oracle shares fell 27 cents , or 2 percent , to $ 13.09 . Oracle shares also rose on the news , up 15 cents to $ 13.51 on the Nasdaq . -1 2444676 2444641 Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry a day later , and six Cubans face trial in Key West in December over a March plane hijacking . Three Cubans were executed for hijacking a Cuban ferry , and six more are scheduled to go on trial in Key West in December for a plane hijacking in March . -1 1958648 1958602 Helen Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . The two others , former Dynegy executives Helen Christine Sharkey , 31 , and Gene Shannon Foster , 44 , pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud . -1 1369885 1369736 The men were immediately flown to nearby Botswana on a chartered Air Malawi flight , Malawi intelligence officials said on condition of anonymity . The men were flown to nearby Botswana on an Air Malawi flight , the officials said . -0 1757343 1757308 Authorities in Ohio , Indiana and Michigan have searched for the bodies . So far , authorities also have searched areas in Pennsylvania , Ohio , Indiana , and Michigan . -1 2615271 2615234 Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying launch will be between Oct. 10 and 17 and will carry two men . The Web site of Hong Kong-based Phoenix TV quoted unnamed experts as saying it would happen between Oct. 10 and 17 and carry two men . -0 2761028 2761040 Excluding autos , retail sales rose by 0.3 % in September , lower than a forecast rise of 0.5 % . Retail sales fell 0.2 percent overall in September compared to forecasts of a 0.1 percent dip . -1 1308545 1308565 He said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of an existing firebreak dug during last year 's fire north of Mount Lemmon . Fire spokesman Gordon Gay said firefighters had an advantage on the northern flank because of burned areas from last year 's Bullock fire . -0 2512785 2512881 Earlier this month , RIM had said it expected to report second-quarter earnings of between 7 cents and 11 cents a share . Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share . -1 883815 883864 Iraqi officials say the attacks are being carried out by what they call outsiders who slip into Falluja and attack at night . Iraqi officials here insist that the attacks are being carried out by " outsiders " who slip into Fallujah and attack at night . -0 1200832 1201040 In court , Stewart briefly waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box . Stewart waved to courtroom sketch artists seated in the jury box and took notes in a spiral-bound notebook during the hearing . -1 1357464 1357572 GM 's offering is also expected to include about $ 3.5 billion in convertible securities . GM is also expected to issue $ 3.5 billion via a convertible bond offering , market sources said . -1 52393 52606 At about 3 p.m. on Friday , a relative of Bondeson called police to report his apparent suicide . Two hours later , at 3 : 22 p.m. , a relative contacted police to report a suicide . -0 1322287 1322312 The US Senate judiciary committee overcame a significant hurdle yesterday in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure . The Senate judiciary committee on Tuesday overcame a significant hurdle in the battle to create a trust fund to pay victims of asbestos exposure but the most difficult obstacles remain . -1 3151735 3151876 Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children 's clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities . Nordstrom also is expanding its play area in the children ’ s clothes area , adding salt-water fish tanks and activities for children while their parents shop . -0 316318 316283 In 2002 , the West Nile virus infected 4,000 people and took 284 lives in the United States . In contrast , he said , West Nile virus made 4,156 people ill and killed 284 in the United States and Canada last year . -1 1305312 1305623 Activists say they fear the gathering is an attempt by corporate farming to push bio-engineered crops on starving countries . Instead , they fear the conference is an attempt by corporate farming and biotech interests to push into new markets . -1 429365 429387 Yesterday , Taiwan reported 35 new infections , bringing the total number of cases to 418 . The island reported another 35 probable cases yesterday , taking its total to 418 . -1 2197839 2197806 Additionally , early voting will be conducted from 1 to 6 p.m. Sept . 7 . Early voting will run weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept . 9 . -0 1389812 1389837 Enron 's 401 ( k ) plan covered about 20,000 workers , retirees and beneficiaries . Enron 's stock comprised as much as 61 % of the workers ' 401 ( k ) portfolios . -1 868307 868276 He said that it would be ' ' very difficult ' ' to establish a cause of death . Even with time , he said , " it 's going to be very difficult to determine the cause of death . " -0 2028443 2028477 Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering said the victims appeared to be customers of the bank . One of the shooting victims died , according to Webster Police Chief Gerald Pickering . -1 47049 47079 He said the situation undermines efforts to win international co-operation in the war on terror . He said the way the situation was being handled was undermining efforts to win international cooperation in the war on terror . -1 2328722 2329008 Once identified , remains of terrorists are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan . Once identified , terrorist remains are immediately removed from the so-called memorial park , a temporary refrigerated storage facility on Manhattan where the unidentified remains are stored . -1 3085928 3085551 It ’ s just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort ” . It 's just another example of the global war on terrorism and why this is going to be a long effort . " -1 2495623 2495427 Some 50 million phone numbers are registered on the list , which was to take effect Oct. 1 . The FTC signed up 50 million phone numbers for the list , which was due to go into effect October 1 . -1 2756504 2756466 By comparison , the proportion of people with a BMI of 50 or above increased by a factor of five — from about 1 in 2,000 to one in 400 . Those with a BMI of 50 or greater , sometimes called super obesity , increased by a factor of five , from one in 2,000 to one in 400 . -1 2689306 2689004 " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in a letter to the NYSE 's 1,366 members . " We will clearly modify some features of our plans as well as their administration , " Reed said in his letter . -1 2195722 2195938 Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there will not be an increase in smog , the administration argues . Plants still must abide by state and federal air-pollution laws , so there won 't necessarily be any increase in pollution , the administration argues . -1 2965122 2965159 " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the fire south of the city . " The fire calmed down considerably overnight , then it rained , " said Andy Lyon , spokesman for the Douglas County fire command center . -1 544330 544222 Earlier this month , Bremer called off a visit here , a move officials privately linked to U.S. uncertainty about the Kurdish issue . Earlier this month , Mr. Bremer called off a visit , in a move that officials confided at the time was linked to uncertainty on the Kurdish situation . -1 636315 636406 The news will be announced Monday morning in Dallas at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . The plan is expected be disclosed Monday morning at Tech Ed 2003 during a keynote by Paul Flessner , senior vice president of Microsoft 's Server Platform Division . -0 57271 57251 The Taiwan Stock Exchange will ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . A request for a two-month extension was denied and the Taiwan Stock Exchange is to ask the Securities and Futures Commission ( SFC ) to suspend trading in Mosel shares . -0 1701278 1701371 All three had criminal records for stealing cattle , the statement said . It said they all had criminal records for stealing cattle and Lamas was twice imprisoned for armed robbery . -1 3461389 3461280 Auditors acknowledged the auditors did not look at priests ' personnel files . The auditors , for example , did not have access to church personnel files . -1 1924261 1924210 But U.S. troops will not shrink from mounting raids and attacking their foes when their locations can be pinpointed . But American troops will not shrink from mounting raids in the locations of their foes that can be pinpointed . -1 1548361 1547959 Responding to speculation that she was ready to retire , Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor indicated today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court . Justice Sandra Day O 'Connor said today that she would serve out the next term of the Supreme Court , dismissing speculation that she was ready to retire . -1 2945288 2945178 " We are in the process of a thorough internal review with the assistance of outside professionals , " she said in the statement . Strong Financial released a statement Wednesday night : " We are in the process of a thorough internal review . -1 3184196 3184217 Senator Hill appeared completely unaware of the issue , which has been of serious concern to US , Australian and British intelligence officers . But Senator Hill appeared unaware of the intelligence problems that have been of serious concern to US , Australian and British military intelligence officers . -0 952393 952394 In its quarter ended May 30 , Adobe earned $ 64.25 million , or 27 cents a share . That was up from the year-ago quarter , when the company earned $ 54.3 million , or 22 cents a share . -1 577860 578532 Doctors have speculated that the body 's own estrogen protects against cell damage and improves blood flow . Their belief was based on speculation that estrogen prevents cell damage and improves blood flow . -1 1804153 1803716 Officials said one provision in the Senate-passed measure accounted for $ 40 billion over 10 years in the CBO calculation . The budget office said one provision of the Senate bill accounted for $ 40 billion of the cost . -1 1952416 1952519 Indeed , prior defense filings said Moussaoui contended he was part of a post-Sept . 11 operation outside the United States . Previous defense filings said Moussaoui was to be part of an operation outside the United States . -1 2553131 2553325 Telemarketers argue that there is no logical link between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . Lawyers for the telemarketers said there was no logical connection between the registry 's limited scope and advancing that interest . -0 229442 229500 I thought things went a bit overboard but I prefer to leave it on the field , " Sarwan said . " A lot of things ( were said ) , but I 'd prefer to leave it on the field , " he said . -1 498320 498385 The North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in New York announced plans for a tissue bank this month . North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System announced plans for a tissue bank earlier this month . -1 2927606 2927348 The tone was set by President Hu , the 60-year-old who became the Communist Partys general secretary in November last year and then the countrys president in March this year . The tone was set by Hu , 60 , who became the Communist Party 's general secretary last November and then the country 's president this March . -1 696329 696168 The United States only agreed to let the agency back into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . Washington only agreed to let the U.N. mission into Iraq after repeated warnings by IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei . -1 2898561 2898543 After that process is completed , it will take an additional six to eight months to refurbish the center , Day said . After that , it will take six to eight months more to refurbish the center , said Thomas Day , vice president of engineering for the Postal Service . -0 2414161 2413910 Sentenced to 20 years to life , she was granted parole last month despite the opposition of relatives , friends and colleagues of the slain men . Boudin , 60 , a former Weather Underground member , was granted parole last month despite heavy opposition by relatives , friends , and colleagues of the slain men . -1 3054588 3054557 Smith said simply " Oh , my God , " in the seconds afterward , according to Weinshall . In the seconds after the crash , she added , Captain Smith said simply , " Oh my God . " -1 3022397 3022328 Appellate courts across the country have issued differing rulings on the issue , allowing public displays of the Ten Commandments in some cases and banning them in others . Lower courts have splintered on the issue , allowing depictions of the Ten Commandments in some instances and not in others . -1 2740896 2740847 The acquisition is expected to close by the end of the month . The deal is expected to close later this month . -1 222566 222560 An evaluation suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit in patients receiving the drug in the study , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . An evaluation of 240 arthritis patients suggested there was no overall net clinical benefit from taking the medicine , the companies said in a statement distributed by Business Wire . -1 2728832 2728851 Meat giant Smithfield Foods Inc. has won a bidding war to buy a bankrupt Midwestern pork producer . Pork processing giant Smithfield Foods Inc. said Monday that it won the bidding in an auction for bankrupt Farmland Industries Inc . ' s pork business . -0 329403 329927 Energy prices dropped by 8.6 percent , the biggest decline since July 1986 . Excluding food and energy prices , the PPI fell 0.9 per cent , the biggest drop since August 1993 . -0 1703444 1703385 Authorities said the informant , an inmate named Richard Powell who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 , led a team to the spot . Authorities identified the tipster as Richard Powell , who is imprisoned for killing his landlady in 1982 . -1 2486735 2486728 More than 100 officers launched the raids in the final phase of a two-year operation investigating a cocaine import and money laundering ring . More than 100 police officers were involved in the busts that were the culmination of a two-year operation investigating the cocaine importing and money laundering gang . -0 3053827 3053741 She said she told O 'Donnell , " Your mother died of breast cancer . Spengler replied , " Didn 't your mother die of breast cancer ? -1 2451683 2451742 October gasoline prices settled 1.47 cents lower at 78.70 cents a gallon . October heating oil ended down 0.41 cent to 70.74 cents a gallon . -0 1396869 1396736 The group expects to roll out the first products by the second half of 2004 . The new group ambitiously expects to issue guidelines by the end of the year and release products by late 2004 . -0 747153 747200 The benchmark 10-year note US10YT = RR rose 11 / 32 for a yield of 3.25 percent . The benchmark 10-year Bund yield was down 5.2 basis points at 3.60 percent . -1 1520228 1520194 " We don 't have new places to check , " said Steve Anderson , a Waco public-information officer . " We don 't have new places to check , " Waco public information officer Steve Anderson said . -1 2762222 2761939 " It 's a terrible tragedy , people who were on the way home , all of a sudden , taken from us , " Bloomberg said at a dockside news conference . " People who were on their way home , all of a sudden taken from us , " Mr. Bloomberg said of the collision . -0 3138806 3138863 " It seems to be following the sun , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant at antivirus vendor Sophos . " This is a clear attempt to pinch money , " said Graham Cluley , senior technology consultant with U.K.-based Sophos PLC . -1 2375171 2375136 Moose frequently criticizes reporters and news organizations in the book , especially those that reported on leaks from investigators . He frequently criticizes the press , especially reporters and news organizations that reported on leaks from investigators . -1 2051630 2051713 The indictment charges that Mzoudi was involved in preparations for the attack until the end and was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . Prosecutors say Mzoudi was involved in the preparations for the attack until the final moment and that he was aware of and supported the attackers ' violent goals . -1 1807659 1807691 SEC Chairman William Donaldson said there is a " building confidence out there that the cop is on the beat . " " I think there 's a building confidence that the cop is on the beat . " -1 2198937 2198629 A nationally board certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley , in his 30th year teaching , makes $ 65,000 . A nationally board-certified teacher with a master 's degree , Kelley makes $ 65,000 in his 30th year . -0 2697621 2697661 Prosecutor Jim Hardin called the decision a victory for Kathleen Peterson 's family . Members of Kathleen Peterson 's family were not present . -1 519592 519351 Called " Taxpayers Against the Recall , " it was to be launched Wednesday afternoon outside a Sacramento fire station . The new effort , Taxpayers Against the Recall , will be formally launched today outside a Sacramento fire station . -1 1382330 1381827 Justice Anthony M. Kennedy dissented in an opinion joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . He was joined by Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas . -0 283606 283689 The staged scene , covering several acres , featured smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires . Smashed cars and buses , ruined buildings , scattered debris and spot fires added to the realism . -1 1489706 1489846 The findings were published in the July 1 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine . The findings are being published today in the Annals of Internal Medicine . -1 3064992 3065062 All five suspects were charged with robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer . The teens are being held on charges of robbery and criminal impersonation of a police officer , sources said . -0 616340 616249 SCO net income of $ 4.5 million , or 33 cents per share , on revenue of $ 21.4 million , in 2003 's second fiscal quarter , ended April 30 . In the first quarter , SCO had reported a net loss of $ 724,000 , or 6 cents per diluted share , on revenue of $ 13.5 million . -1 3409440 3409470 No rabies vaccine is available for humans in Zimbabwe and if it was it would be too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . Health professionals say there is no rabies vaccine for humans in Zimbabwe and , even if it was available , it is too expensive for most bitten by infected dogs . -0 1299090 1298965 ODonnell was just 3-of-5 for 24 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions a year ago . The 13-year veteran has passed for 21,438 yards and 118 touchdowns with 67 interceptions . -1 2146697 2146799 India blamed that and other attacks on Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state . India has also in the past blamed Pakistan-based militants fighting Indian rule in Kashmir , its only Muslim-majority state , for bombs and other attacks . -1 2797028 2796993 However , several ministers from more developed APEC economies have said failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . More developed APEC members say failure to fight terror will be a cost in itself . -0 230999 231027 She was persuaded not to resign but she was expected to be the victim of a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . But she was expected to be a victim in a forthcoming ministerial reshuffle . -1 2433757 2433838 Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi must be counting his lucky stars . Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has all but popped the champagne bottle . -1 1908152 1908046 " This legislation benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen , " Blagojevich told the crowd of political heavyweights at O 'Hare . " The legislation I 'm proud to sign today benefits the entire state of Illinois , every town , every city , every citizen . -1 2054448 2054413 Malpractice victims say limits on damage payouts make it less likely lawyers will take cases , meaning access to justice could be denied . Limits on damages make it less likely lawyers will take expensive cases , meaning access to justice is denied , they say . -0 1989878 1989788 Schools that fail to meet state goals for three years in a row must offer tutoring in addition to transfers . Schools that don 't meet the testing goals for two years in a row must offer transfers . -1 450436 450532 But butterflies exposed to an earlier light cycle , from 1am to 1pm , orientated themselves towards the south-east . But butterflies housed under an earlier light cycle , 1 a.m. to 1 p.m. , flew toward the southeast . -0 392798 392735 Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says . Hewlett-Packard is putting in for a second-quarter profit of $ 659 million , or 29 cents a share , on revenue of $ 18 billion . -1 2739143 2739301 Hearing was partially restored by an electronic ear implant . An electronic implant has helped Limbaugh regain most of his hearing . -1 937787 938238 Three no votes would kill it for now . It would take three votes to kill the ACC 's expansion . -0 1664846 1664736 The German finance ministry on Monday said there was no case for softening . Finnish Finance Minister Antti Kalliomaki said : " There is no room for a softening . " -1 1109913 1110044 Tehran has made clear it will only sign the Additional Protocol introducing such inspections if a ban on the import of civilian Western nuclear technology is lifted . Tehran has made it clear it will only sign the protocol if a ban on imports of peaceful Western nuclear technology is lifted . -0 898957 898897 " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by mid-year , " said Nestle spokesman Francois Perroud , who declined to comment further . " We are confident that this issue will be behind us by midyear , " said Nestlé spokesman Francois Perroud . -1 2706544 2706227 Selenski 's partner in the jailbreak , Scott Bolton , injured his ankle , pelvis and ribs during the escape attempt , Warden Gene Fischi said . Selenski 's partner in the Friday jailbreak , Scott Bolton , was injured in the escape and hospitalized . -0 1219439 1219326 PLAYRIGHT George Axelrod , who anticipated the sexual revolution with The Seven Year Itch and Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? From Broadway comedies like " The Seven Year Itch " ( 1952 ) , " Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter ? " -1 2141602 2141575 Before Sunday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , according to Tracey Powers of the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . Before yesterday , 19 firefighters assigned to wildfires had died on duty this year , said Tracey Powers , spokeswoman for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise . -1 2288296 2288189 Putin hailed Saudi Arabia as ``one of the most important Muslim nations . Before the meeting , Putin said Russia regards Saudi Arabia as a key Muslim state . -1 1245845 1245522 Naim al-Goud , mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region were ``doing this sabotage against the lines . Naim al-Goud , the newly appointed mayor of Hit , said people from outside his region attacked the pipeline . -1 1466168 1466246 During the flight , engineers misjudged the extent of the damage , and even during that period they lamented that the liftoff photography was poor . During the flight , engineers underestimated the extent of the damage , and even then lamented that the liftoff photography was so poor . -0 2245085 2245118 The Web site is registered to Parson under his home address , allowing investigators to trace him easily . The t33kid.com site is registered to Parson at an address in Hopkins , Minnesota . -1 3237867 3237902 The woman , Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , was arrested by the state police on Nov. 20 and charged with first-degree larceny . Mary Kathryn Miller , 55 , of 27 Devon Road , Darien , was arrested Nov. 20 by state police and charged with first-degree larceny . -0 2194711 2194792 The Hubble Space Telescope 's newest picture of Mars shows summer on the Red Planet just as it makes its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . The pictures were taken late Tuesday and early Wednesday as the as the planet made its closest pass by Earth in 60,000 years . -1 1479718 1479546 Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of a rebound in the second half of the year . Stocks have rallied sharply for more than three months in anticipation of an economic rebound in the year 's second half . -0 1091286 1091304 The Fed 's Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . Prices had pulled back from offshore highs when the Empire State survey far exceeded expectations by jumping to 26.8 in June , a record high , from 10.6 in May . -1 2158854 2158971 Druce will face murder charges , Conte said . Conte said Druce will be charged with murder . -1 2086152 2086347 " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " said Carolyn Greene Bennett , Cedar Grove 's town recorder . " We 're a quiet , peaceful town of 862 people and nothing ever happens , " Bennett said . -0 3107641 3107862 Nursing schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants in the past year because of shortages of faculty and classroom space . The American Association of Nursing Colleges reported that schools turned away more than 5,000 qualified applicants last year . -1 1909331 1909408 " This deal makes good sense for both companies , " said Brian L. Halla , National 's chairman , president and CEO . " This deal makes sense for both companies , " Halla said in a prepared statement . -0 841596 841803 The best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions ... and question his competence as a manager . " Ebbers ' lawyer , Reid Weingarten , said despite the thorough investigation , " the best the investigators can do is nitpick about the process and substance of isolated business decisions . " -1 1704502 1704526 Three retailers Dillards Inc . , Kohls Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc. got Fs . Three retailers _ Dillard 's Inc . , Kohl 's Department Stores and Nordstrom Inc . _ got Fs . -1 1118034 1117974 It 's a task that would challenge even the sharpest of computer geeks : set up a hacker-proof computer network for 190,000 government workers across the country fighting terrorism . It would be a daunting challenge for even the sharpest programming wizards : set up a secure computer network for the 190,000 workers in the Homeland Security Department . -1 763729 763570 " Of course I want to win again but I think it 's worse when you 've never won , because you are so anxious to win . " " Of course , I want to win again , but I think it 's worse when you have never won because you get anxious . -1 1708063 1708041 The operating revenues were $ 1.45 billion , an increase over last year 's result of $ 1.38 billion . Operating revenues rose to $ 1.45 billion from $ 1.38 billion last year . -0 1995479 1995435 Although Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up , he was later released . Mr Sorbello was taken to hospital for a check-up and later released , while Mr Pennisi thinks he may have cracked ribs . -0 1896397 1896353 Their ancestors are coming home at last -- the healing can finally begin , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone after the ceremony . The anguish will begin to end and the healing will commence , ' ' delegation leader Bob Weatherall told Reuters by telephone . -1 719618 719464 As envisioned by Breaux , the government would help pay for the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . Breaux outlined a plan Tuesday that would give seniors help with the first $ 3,450 in prescription drug costs . -1 1993677 1993928 Romanian port authorities said two ships that sank during World War II had resurfaced as water levels fell and could block river traffic . Port authorities in Romania said two ships that sank during World War II but resurfaced due to low water levels could block river traffic . -1 613587 613565 Grant also has been elected to Monsanto 's board of directors , the company said in a statement . Grant , a 22-year Monsanto veteran , also has been elected to the company 's board of directors , Monsanto said in a statement . -0 1963398 1963436 Ms. Kethley has said she also repeatedly denied his accusations . Ms. Kethley , who has repeatedly denied any infidelity , has recounted a similar story . -1 2758816 2758860 With more and more Bluetooth-equipped cellular phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . With increasing numbers of Bluetooth-equipped mobile phones coming onto the market , " people are going to be sorry if they didn 't buy a PDA with Bluetooth , " he said . -1 1626648 1626556 By the time the two-term president left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the ships it has today . By the time that Reagan left office in 1989 , the Navy had nearly 600 ships - about twice the number that it has today . -1 723744 723573 " Ms. Stewart is being prosecuted not because of who she is , but because of what she did , " Comey said . " Martha Stewart is not being prosecuted for who she is but for what she did . " -0 1078029 1078132 A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the government was free to withhold the names of more than 700 people detained in the aftermath of Sept . 11 , 2001 . A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the U.S. government can withhold the names of people detained as part of the September 11 investigation , reversing a lower court decision . -1 3085803 3085929 Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : " I don 't think there 's any question about it that . . . they 're going to be very global in nature . Asked about other possible attacks , Roberts said : “ I don ’ t think there ’ s any question about it that they ’ re going to be very global in nature . -1 879525 879587 No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at such a daunting task . " No team has overcome a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals , and the New Jersey Nets don 't want to try their luck at it . -0 2553549 2553713 There are no suspects in the shooting , which took place around 9 : 15 p.m. on Wednesday at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue , the police said . Police said there was an argument before the slaying at East 126th Street and Fifth Avenue around 9 p.m. -0 1813883 1813693 " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " she added , " and you can 't do that without funding . " " But the reality is that there needs to be a big structural change , " Dr. Goin added . -0 257789 257726 Knight had 29 interceptions in his six years with the Saints , including 17 the last three seasons . Knight has 29 interceptions in six seasons , all with New Orleans -- including a team-high five last season . -1 516157 516020 The budget analysis comes as negotiations between the City Council and the Bloomberg administration heat up . Budget negotiations between the mayor and the City Council are entering high gear . -1 771017 771084 Taupo was guiding her owner Paul Kibblewhite , 62 , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . Taupo had been leading Mr Kibblewhite , 62 , of Rotorua , on a three-day walk with a tramping party of eight . -1 855940 855913 Handset market share for the second quarter , it said , is higher than the first quarter . Nokia 's market share for the second quarter is estimated to be higher than the first quarter , 2003 . " -0 1158596 1158858 The series will be known as the NASCAR Nextel Cup . Before that the division was known as the NASCAR Grand National Series . -1 301223 301061 Where long-lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks in past decades , they are now lucky to catch one , the study found . " Whereas long lines used to catch 10 fish per 100 hooks , now they are lucky to catch one , " Myers said . -1 1530510 1530311 By contrast , the Senate-passed prescription drug plan requires seniors to pay 50 percent of drug costs , with a $ 275 deductible each year . Under the House-passed plan , seniors would pay 20 percent of drug costs , plus a $ 250 deductible annually . -1 2545273 2545342 Canada won 't commit more troops to Afghanistan until the current year-long mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said yesterday . Canada will not consider sending more troops to Afghanistan until its current 12-month peacekeeping mission is complete , Prime Minister Jean Chretien said Saturday . -1 533426 533451 Data showed Italian business confidence slipped to its lowest level in 16 months in May , aiding rate cut expectations . On Tuesday , figures also showed Italian business confidence slipped again in May to its lowest level in 16 months , doing nothing to discourage rate cut expectations . -1 106326 106017 He said Qantas would also cut capital spending by retiring some aircraft and deferring delivery of some new planes . It would also further reduce capital expenditure by retiring some aircraft and delaying the delivery of new places . -0 1317001 1317240 That objection was cited by PeopleSoft 's board in rejecting Oracle 's offer . PeopleSoft 's board has recommended stockholders reject the offer . -1 3095658 3095749 Dylan Baker and Lindsay Frost play her parents , Ed and Lois Smart . Lindsay Frost and Dylan Baker played Elizabeth Smart 's parents . -1 748110 747916 Palm expects to move Handspring 's employees to Palm Solutions headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . Handspring employees are expected to move to Palm Solutions Group headquarters in Milpitas , Calif . -0 2279872 2279663 The giant rock was first observed on August 24 by Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research Program , based in Socorro , New Mexico . The rock was first observed by the Lincoln Near Earth Asteroid Research Program , also known as LINEAR . -1 2804176 2804094 He also said he advised his grown-up children not to run up credit card debts . Barclays chief executive Matt Barrett also said he had advised his children never to use credit cards . -1 2672867 2672777 Some women are also concerned that so many women are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . Some women also express concern about a society in which more people than ever are turning to cosmetic surgery in a quest for bodily perfection . -1 338234 338113 Normally , congressional districts are redrawn by state legislatures every 10 years to reflect population changes recorded in the U.S. census . Normally , redistricting is done every 10 years based on population changes in the census . -1 282228 282273 Two area lawmakers said Democrats might entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . Two Inland Valley lawmakers revealed it might be possible for Democrats to entice some Republicans to support a tax hike . -1 367061 366887 Two of Collins ' top assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were violated , he said Friday . U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Collins also said two of his assistants will consult with state police during the investigation and determine if any federal laws were broken . -0 701234 701403 Sirius carries National Public Radio , although it doesn 't include popular shows such as " All Things Considered " and " Morning Edition . " Sirius recently began carrying National Public Radio , a deal pooh-poohed by XM because it doesn 't include popular shows like All Things Considered and Morning Edition . -0 779429 779490 The unemployment rate rose a tenth of a percentage point to 6.1 % , the highest level since July 1994 . The unemployment rate is predicted to have ticked up a percentage point to 6.1 % . -1 1465258 1465081 Food and Drug Administration ( news - web sites ) Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's initiative could start an important trend . U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Mark McClellan said Kraft 's could start an important trend . -0 2486132 2486071 She had been barred on the grounds that her headscarf would violate the state 's neutrality in religion . The school had argued that it violated the state 's neutrality in religion . -0 2606133 2605961 Without admitting or denying the S.E.C. ' s allegations , Mr. Markovitz agreed to a permanent ban from associating with an investment adviser or mutual fund . He has agreed to a lifetime ban from association with an investment adviser or mutual fund . -1 1386965 1387020 Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up with a single phone call . Now , for the first time , those without Internet access can sign up by phone by making a single toll-free call to ( 888 ) 382-1222 . -1 489508 489322 Initial reports said the attackers fired from a mosque within in the city , 30 miles west of Baghdad . The Centcom statement said the gunmen appeared to have fired from a mosque in the city , 50 km ( 32 miles ) west of Baghdad . -0 2342384 2342230 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC > rose 8.25 points , or 0.45 percent , to 1,861.15 . The Nasdaq composite index dropped 6.8 percent , and the Standard & Poor 's fell 4.9 percent . -0 1077010 1077133 Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with five counts of first-degree murder for the Dec. 19 to Feb. 5 killings . Paul Durousseau , 32 , was charged Tuesday with murder in five Jacksonville slayings between December and February , and in a 1997 Georgia killing . -1 3083706 3083626 Dan Powers , vice president of grid computing strategy at IBM Corp. , says he 's not worried about such off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening sales of traditional supercomputers . Dan Powers , IBM vice president of grid-computing strategy , says he 's not worried about off-the-shelf PC clusters threatening traditional supercomputer sales . -0 1136838 1136879 Britain has said it will oppose articles calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy , to uphold the national right of veto . Britain has said it wants to haggle over articles of the draft calling for closer coordination of tax and economic policy . -1 3034823 3034600 Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday morning and three others were wounded in a possible dispute involving immigrant smuggling , officials said . Four people were found shot to death along a highway Tuesday and four others were wounded in a dispute that apparently involved immigrant smugglers , officials said . -1 1814411 1814474 The subjects were next given a squirt up the nose of a rhinovirus , the nasty little germ that causes colds . Following their assessment , each volunteer received a squirt in the nose of rhinovirus the germ that causes colds . -0 2634517 2634420 Horn remained in critical but stable condition Monday , the hospital said . The illusionist remained in critical condition Monday with a gaping wound to the neck . -0 3049126 3049112 The news sent Cisco shares on a tear in after-hours trading . Cisco shares gained $ 1.28 in after-hours trading to $ 23.08 . -1 2716850 2716882 It will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software , the mobile operator said . According to the company , it will be the first handset to ship with the Smartphone 2003 version of Microsoft 's ( Nasdaq : MSFT ) Windows Mobile software . -1 1279586 1279614 Analysts surveyed by Reuters Research had been looking for , on average , revenue of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . Analysts surveyed by First Call were expecting sales of $ 723 million and a loss of 28 cents a share . -1 962062 962035 PeopleSoft CEO Craig Conway has described Oracle 's $ 5.1 billion bid as " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour " . Conway called the move " atrociously bad behaviour from a company with a history of atrociously bad behaviour . " -1 3223071 3223018 Hernandez has been treated for breast cancer , and Moore suffers from non-Hodgkin 's lymphoma . Hernandez had breast cancer and Moore is being treated for non-Hodgkins lymphoma . -1 1383244 1383329 In a landmark ruling yesterday , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . In the landmark ruling regarding New York City schools , the Court of Appeals ordered the Legislature and Gov. George Pataki to fix the funding system by July 30 , 2004 . -1 1268481 1268446 Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum may pick up speed should it break below $ 1.15 . Dealers said the single currency 's downward momentum against the dollar could pick up speed if it broke below $ 1.15 . -1 2066963 2067124 The House would limit the increases to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan , not to those supporting the nation 's war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . The House would limit the increases to those troops in the Iraq and Afghanistan combat zones , but not troops supporting those war efforts from bases outside the combat zone . -1 810876 810916 The attack by the three militant groups took place here at Erez , the main border crossing between Israel and Gaza . The attack took place under cover of fog at the Erez crossing on the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip . -1 201839 201917 He attends football training for three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , and has lost 17 kilograms since October . Mr Hughes , who trains three hours a day to accelerate the healing process , has lost 17 kilos since October . -1 2742219 2742206 The chip also features an updated LongRun power and heat management system . It also features Nvidia 's own PowerMizer power management system . -1 2502838 2502910 On Monday , a suicide bomber blew himself up near the United Nations compound here , killing a security guard as well as himself . On Monday , a suicide car bomber blew himself up close to the United Nations compound in Baghdad , also killing a security guard . -1 1914694 1914703 The company claims it 's the largest single Apple VAR Xserve sale to date . The company claimed it is the largest sale of Xserves by an Apple retailer . -1 1430920 1430791 With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as the Spruce Run Recreation Area in Union Township will be open . With the Fourth of July weekend approaching , state parks such as Parvin State Park in Salem County will be open . -1 1726893 1726944 The 2001 recession is considered short and shallow relative to the nine others since World War II , which averaged 11 months . The most recent recession was short and shallow relative to the nine others , averaging 11 months , that occurred since World War II . -1 1861053 1860658 Seven of the nine major Democratic presidential candidates were to address the forum last night . Seven Democratic presidential candidates have arranged to address the group , according to The Associated Press . -0 1305396 1305775 Barbini 's comments came Tuesday , the second day of the Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology . U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman kicks off the three-day Ministerial Conference and Expo on Agricultural Science and Technology on Monday . -1 1245660 1245555 On the Mediterranean coast of neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered in the port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . In neighboring Turkey , Iraqi , U.S. and Turkish officials gathered at the Mediterranean port of Ceyhan for a ceremony launching the shipment . -0 1996296 1996327 While opposition parties have welcomed the cabinet 's decision on anti-retroviral treatment , some said Health Minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang was not fit to preside over a rollout plan . Health Minister Manto-Tshabalala Msimang is not fit to preside over an anti-retroviral treatment rollout plan , according to some opposition parties . -1 915791 915664 " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . " We 're optimistic we can deliver the vaccine to these people in time to do good , " said Dr. David Fleming , the CDC 's deputy director for Public Health and Science . -1 36690 36507 " Only 1pc of those taking the drug worldwide have contracted ILD as a result , " she said . AstraZeneca says just 1pc of people of those taking the drug worldwide have suffered serious consequences . -0 471789 471569 Dallas Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki 's status as doubtful . Coach Don Nelson declared Nowitzki out at the team 's morning shootaround . -1 3052778 3052804 Rescue workers arriving to February 's deadly fire at a West Warwick nightclub met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help . Rescue workers arriving at February 's deadly nightclub fire met a horrific scene , as people trapped in the club 's doorway screamed for help , rescue tapes released Thursday show . -1 1688201 1688150 Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while tickets on suburban trains rose an average 25 percent May 1 . Subway and bus fares rose 33 percent , from $ 1.50 to $ 2 , on May 4 , while average 25 percent increases took effect May 1 on suburban trains . -1 2933692 2933859 Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will test a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . Atlanta 's Hartsfield International Airport will be the testing site next month for a nationwide security system that will collect fingerprints and take photographs of millions of foreign visitors each year . -0 859527 859427 When contacted last night , Perkins declined comment . Perkins and Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway declined comment Sunday night . -1 911653 911618 These plans would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against catastrophic health-care expenses , neither of which is currently available under the government-run program . The latter would offer preventive health coverage as well as protection against unexpected healthcare expenses , neither of which is currently available under Medicare . -1 1209754 1209692 Notes : Cabrera , at 20 years , 63 days , is the second-youngest player to debut with the Marlins . Noteworthy : Cabrera became the second-youngest player to debut for the Marlins -- 20 years and 63 days . -1 1722074 1721807 The number of injured dropped to 2.92 million in 2002 from 3.03 million a year earlier . At the same time , the number of injuries dropped , from 3.03 million in 2001 to 2.92 million in 2002 . -0 1782659 1782732 No dates have been set for the criminal or civil cases , but Shanley has pleaded not guilty . No dates have been set for either the civil trial or the criminal trial . -1 2250594 2250465 Who will succeed Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai is not clear . There is no clear successor for Mr. O 'Neill at Hyundai . -0 953113 953368 Shares of Guidant plummeted in trading both on and off the New York Stock Exchange before a news halt was imposed after midday . Shares of Guidant were down 5.3 percent at $ 40.92 in afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 460209 460142 McNair was stopped after a police officer saw his vehicle weaving on a downtown street before pulling into a convenience store , the arrest report said . McNair was stopped just after midnight by a police officer who reportedly saw his sports utility vehicle weaving on a downtown street . -1 2113152 2112911 U.S. District Judge Denny Chin said Fox 's claim was " wholly without merit , both factually and legally . " " This case is wholly without merit , both factually and legally , " Chin said . -0 1455619 1455672 The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , a college town about 30 miles to the north . The injured were taken to hospitals in Jefferson City and Columbia , about 48km north ; their conditions were not immediately available . -1 1116686 1116653 Stack said he did no work for Triumph until 1999 , when a grand jury began investigating Silvester . Stack testified that he was not asked to do any work for Triumph until June 1999 , after a grand jury investigating Silvester subpoenaed Triumph . -0 772613 772655 Federal agent Bill Polychronopoulos said it was not known if the man , 30 , would be charged . Federal Agent Bill Polychronopoulos said last night the man involved in the Melbourne incident had been unarmed . -1 2549010 2549015 The chipset will operate in the 2.4-GHz band , and features radio signal interference prevention and low power consumption . The 2.4 GHz radio frequency chipset features radio interference protection and low power consumption . -1 3264790 3264835 It has been named Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " astounding swimmer with a large penis " . He and colleagues named it Colymbosathon ecplecticos , which means " swimmer with a large penis . " -0 269343 269287 " I think we should leave them as they are , " said Lott , R-Miss . , of the current ownership rules during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . " I think we should hesitate , " Olympia Snowe , R-Maine , said at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing . -1 1018965 1019063 Oracle shares were also higher , trading up 12 cents at $ 13.60 . Shares of Redwood Shores-based Oracle rose 14 cents to $ 13.62 . -1 1910609 1910454 The company must either pay NTP the $ 53.7-million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal , Mr. Wallace said . RIM must either pay NTP the $ 53.7 million or post a bond with the court pending the appeal . -1 1857292 1857427 " The idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and it 's grotesque , " said Wyden . Sen. Ron Wyden , D-Ore . , said the " idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and grotesque , " WBAL reported . -1 3052360 3052505 " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " Dean said Friday in a telephone interview from New Hampshire . " I still want to be the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks , " he told The Des Moines Register . -1 218925 218856 Without the fleet , NASA has relied on the Russian space program to rotate crew members for the International Space Station and to send supplies to the orbiting laboratory . Without the shuttle fleet , NASA is relying on the Russian space program to rotate crew members on the International Space Station and send new supplies to the orbiting laboratory . -1 1568578 1568664 At least 29 American troops have been killed in action since Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . Some three dozen American and British troops have been killed since Bush declared major combat over in Iraq on May 1 . -1 713225 713251 Another piece would be sent to the lab in Virginia for additional testing , Conte said . Another piece of the suit will be sent to Virginia for more testing , Conte said . -1 2159 1973 Some Boston managers are concerned that banning smoking will create safety hazards as groups of smokers huddle outside bars and nightclubs . Some Boston bar managers said they worry that banning smoking will create a hazard as groups of smokers huddle outside on sidewalks and in parking lots to smoke . -1 2750362 2750073 Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday , but found no sign of them , said Stuart Smith , the Chatham harbormaster . Park rangers searched an abandoned lighthouse on Monomoy yesterday afternoon , but there was no sign of the two women , said Chatham Harbormaster Stuart Smith . -1 1679362 1679412 A total of 32 U.S. soldiers have been killed in attacks since May 1 , when President Bush declared the end of major hostilities in Iraq . Thirty-two U.S. soldiers have been killed in Iraq since President Bush declared major combat over on May 1 . -1 2700737 2700676 He was sentenced to five years in prison at at Kingston Crown Court yesterday after pleading guilty to the attempted abduction of a teenager . Former postal worker , Douglas Lindsell , was sentenced yesterday at Kingston Crown Court after pleading guilty to attempting to abduct a young girl . -1 2702353 2702573 Doctors say one or both boys may die , and that some brain damage is possible if they survive . Doctors said that one or both of the boys may die and that if they survive , some brain damage is possible . -1 2529415 2529304 His protest led to a 47-hour standoff with police that caused huge traffic jams in downtown Washington and northern Virginia . His protest triggered a 47-hour standoff with police that led to huge traffic jams as commuters backed up in downtown Washington and Northern Virginia . -0 2594861 2594771 The Institute for Supply Management said its manufacturing index stood at 53.7 in September . The Institute for Supply Management 's manufacturing index dipped to 53.7 from 54.7 in August . -1 1568541 1568628 The agency could not say when the tape was made , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . The agency could put no exact date on the tape , though the voice says he is speaking on June 14 . -1 3271457 3271275 " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell told his colleagues in a speech today . " The United States welcomes a greater NATO role in Iraq 's stabilization , " Mr. Powell said in a speech to fellow NATO ministers . -0 3075284 3075402 Gore said while the Patriot Act made some needed changes , it has " turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " " Nevertheless , I believe the Patriot Act has turned out to be , on balance , a terrible mistake . " -1 634144 634283 PeopleSoft , of Pleasanton , California , said the deal would increase its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . But PeopleSoft said the new deal should add to its 2004 earnings , excluding amortization and other items . -1 675276 675330 An 18-month run for it in Toronto was originally planned as part of a North American tour . When we opened here , we originally planned an 18-month run as a part of a North American tour . -1 728030 727944 Cmdr. Rod Gibbons , an academy spokesman , said , " The academy is shocked and saddened . Naval Academy spokesman Cmdr. Rod Gibbons said : ``Today 's announcement came as a surprise . -0 921105 921039 Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose $ 1.25 to $ 21.75 , and General Motors , which rose 57 cents to $ 37.70 . Gainers included Dow components AT & T , which rose 77 cents to $ 21.27 , and Johnson & Johnson , which increased 95 cents to $ 53.95 . -1 1398957 1398780 They calculate that one-third of those taking the drug would gain an average of 11 years of life , free of cardiovascular disease . Still , the scientists said , a third of those taking it would benefit , gaining an average of 11 years free of cardiovascular disease . -1 2654352 2654328 " We do not want to stand by and let a credit card lynching take place , " declared Rep. Major Owens ( D-Brooklyn ) . " We don 't want to stand by and see a credit card lynching take place , " he said . -1 960331 960580 The problem likely will mean corrective changes before the shuttle fleet starts flying again . He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again . -1 3010424 3010442 In a conference call with reporters , RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie said he sent the request to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves . -1 2305921 2305729 And Forrester forecasts that on-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4bn by 2005 , while revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline by eight per cent . On-demand movie distribution will generate $ 1.4 billion by 2005 , and revenue from DVDs and tapes will decline 8 percent , Forrester predicted . -1 1473451 1473509 The Ministry of Defence is facing a 20m compensation claim from hundreds of Kenyan women who claim they were raped by British soldiers . Hundreds of Kenyan women claiming they were attacked and raped by British soldiers were granted government legal aid Wednesday to pursue their case against the Ministry of Defense . -1 408188 407700 The results were released at Tuesday 's meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and will be published in Thursday 's New England Journal of Medicine . The study results were released at a meeting in Seattle of the American Thoracic Society and also will be published in tomorrow 's issue of The New England Journal of Medicine . -1 1619716 1619614 Music mogul Simon Cowell 's latest project , a reality TV dating show called Cupid , airs in the US on Wednesday . Music mogul Simon Cowell 's new TV dating show has made its debut in the US . -1 559444 559520 The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt an otherwise orderly second round in Serena Williams 's half of the women 's draw . The defeat of the ninth seed Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday was the only thing to disrupt the otherwise orderly second-round progress in the Serena Williams half of the women 's draw . -1 2206822 2206552 Nearly 2,000 pages of transcripts were ordered to be made public after a legal action by the New York Times . The emotional communications were made public after a legal skirmish between the authority and The New York Times . -0 3400555 3400525 Like the outgoing centre-left coalition , the next government is expected to come under pressure to hand over indicted war criminals or risk losing Western aid . The next government is expected quickly to come under pressure to hand over iwar criminals or risk losing crucial Western aid . -1 1599728 1599554 " We acted because we saw the existing evidence in a new light , through the prism of ... Sept . 11th . " " We acted because we saw the evidence in a dramatic new light , through the prism of our experience on 9 / 11 . " -0 2180623 2180775 Staff writer Dave Michaels contributed to this report . Staff writers Frank Trejo and Robert Ingrassia contributed to this report . -0 1811787 1811952 New legit download service launches with PC users in mind . BuyMusic is the first subscription-free paid download music service for PC users . -1 2854479 2854521 On the cell 's surface , the foreign components are recognised by other cells that then realise it is infected and kill it . The foreign bits are recognized by other cells that realize it is infected and kill it . -1 1605403 1605715 Unilever Bestfoods said Wednesday it would strip trans fats from its I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter spreads by the middle of next year . Unilever Bestfoods said its " I Can 't Believe It 's Not Butter ' margarine spreads will be free of trans fat by next year . -0 1462749 1462789 " We are pleased with the judge 's decision and pleased that they accepted our arguments , " a Merrill spokesman said Tuesday . " We 're pleased with the judge 's decision , " said Mark Herr , spokesman for Merrill Lynch . -1 3181338 3181212 Deasean and Walker , a resident of nearby Barbey Street , were rushed to Brookdale Hospital Medical Center , where they died about 6 p.m. , O 'Brien said . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . -1 1438917 1438953 More than 6,000 companies must get shareholders ' approval before granting their executives options and other stock compensation packages , the Securities and Exchange Commission said Monday . Companies trading on the biggest stock markets must get shareholder approval before granting stock options and other equity compensation under rules cleared yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission . -0 512301 512562 What 's next : If finally passed by the House , the measure moves to the Senate . If passed , the measure will return to the Senate for concurrence with House amendments . -0 3433213 3433207 Five pools contained no traces of disinfectant at all . But five pools contained no traces of disinfectant leaving bathers open to cross-infection . -1 309864 309706 Mr Goh on his part , described the visit as especially important - given the SARS situation . Mr Goh said that it was ' especially important given the Sars situation in Singapore ' . -1 1621176 1621114 It is publishing the studies in the July issue of its Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . The reports are among several published this week in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology . -1 3179258 3179481 " This blackout was largely preventable , " U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said at a briefing on the report . " This blackout was largely preventable , " said Spencer Abraham , US energy secretary . -1 3014176 3014142 The two powerful men also disagree about ethanol ( sacred in Iowa ) and authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaska 's wildlife refuge . They also disagree over ethanol - sacred in Iowa - and on authorizing oil and gas drilling in Alaskas wildlife refuge . -0 1881024 1881582 Analysts say Davis , who faces a historic recall election in October , could get a boost in the polls with a budget plan in place . Analysts say Davis , a Democrat , could get a boost in the polls if the 29-day-old budget crisis is resolved without further delay . -0 1958144 1958112 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX advanced 2 points , or 0.24 percent , to 977 . The Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was off 6.52 points , or 0.39 percent , at 1,645.66 . -1 2820372 2820184 Blair took over the Labour Party when his predecessor John Smith died of a heart attack in 1994 . Mr Blair became Labour leader in 1994 after the then leader , John Smith , died of a heart attack . -0 3292578 3292497 Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she would spend the weekend considering the possibility of further legal action . Friends of Animals president Priscilla Feral said she is considering the possibility of further legal action but declined to elaborate . -0 1513796 1513822 He then drove south on Hemphill and west on Drew Street driving about 60 mph , Jones said . After striking the pedestrian , the pickup traveled south on Hemphill Street , then turned west on Drew Street going about 60 mph , Jones said . -0 1521784 1521350 The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10 : 30 a.m. on Redwood Road , above the Sequoia and Redwood intersection . The Fourth of July parade begins at 11 a.m. in downtown Everett , at Colby and Hewitt avenues . -1 1300548 1300525 " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability . " The actions reflect our strong forward momentum as we intensify our business focus and work to achieve profitability , " said Katsumi Ihara , president of Sony Ericsson . -1 2250593 2250464 What 's more , Mr. O 'Neill said that he hoped Hyundai would sell one million vehicles annually in the United States by 2010 . That wasn 't all : by 2010 , Mr. O 'Neill said , he hoped Hyundai would sell 1 million vehicles annually in the United States . -0 289600 289558 Think Dynamics , which is based in Toronto , will become part of IBM 's Software Group . The 36 employees at Think Dynamics will remain in Toronto and become IBM employees , Crowe said . -1 2315720 2315696 State Sen. Vi Simpson , former state and national Democratic chairman Joe Andrew are seeking the Democratic nomination . Leading Democratic candidates are former state and national Democratic Chairman Joe Andrew and State Sen. Vi Simpson , Ellettsville . -1 3450958 3450985 It recommended that consideration be given to making the job of CIA director a career post instead of a political appointment . It suggests that Congress consider making the CIA director a professional position , rather than a political appointment . -0 3071735 3071752 Mr Li , deputy chairman of Cheung Kong Holdings , is the son of Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing . Li is the deputy chairman of Cheung Kong ( Holdings ) Ltd . < 0001.HK > . -1 2708737 2708707 Pope John Paul has health problems but is still at the helm of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide has told Reuters . Pope John Paul has health problems but is firmly in charge of the Roman Catholic Church , the pope 's top aide told Reuters on Friday . -0 2908313 2908192 Fletcher will not do that , said his campaign manager , Daniel Groves . Richardson and Fletcher campaign manager Daniel Groves rejected the request . -0 1181157 1180896 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC gave up 3.88 points , or 0.24 percent , to 1,644.76 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > added 0.99 points , or 0.1 percent , at 995.69 . -0 64684 64798 Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said many pharmacy customers were also returning recalled products . Pharmacy Guild president Richard Heslop said it highlighted the need for product regulation . -1 2759509 2759477 Kempenaers said some species are still faithful , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross , which mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . Kempenaers said fidelity still exists in some species , notably swans and sea birds such as the albatross that mate for life and are never unfaithful to their partners . -1 2027156 2027061 US troops encountered fire from rocket-propelled grenades , mortars , and small arms coming from bunkers and buildings . The U.S. troops encountered fire from rocket propelled grenades , mortars and small arms originating from bunkers as well as within and atop surrounding buildings . -1 2840083 2840039 HCA Inc . , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 2.21 , or 5.8 percent , to $ 36.14 . HCA Inc . ( nyse : HCA - news - people ) , the largest U.S. hospital chain , dropped $ 1.21 , or 3.2 percent , to $ 37.14 . -1 193911 194178 They said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed they are worth considering — especially as NATO expands to 26 members . The sponsors said they were not advocating the changes yet , but believed it was worth considering - especially as NATO expands to 26 members . -1 544033 543914 They were identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . The three men charged with terrorism have been identified as Abdul Azi Haji Thiming and Muhammad Jalaludin Mading of Thailand , and Esam Mohammed Khidr Ali of Egypt . -1 1386809 1386805 In 2001 and 2002 , wire transfers from 4 of the company 's 40 accounts totaled more than $ 3.2 billion , prosecutors said . Wire transfers from four of the 40 accounts open at Beacon Hill totaled more than $ 3.2 billion from 2001 to 2002 , Morgenthau said . -1 3268473 3268414 Elsewhere , European stocks were barely changed but within a few points of year highs . Elsewhere , European stocks slipped from their highs but stayed within a few points of year highs . -1 1369201 1369173 The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held at a secret location by the United States . The only other JI member to reveal similar information is Omar al Faruq , now held by the United States at a secret location . -0 1849884 1849915 His lack of co-operation was allowing other Jemaah Islamiah fugitives to remain at large , Mr Dila told the court . His lack of co-operation was allowing other JI operatives to remain at large , where they threatened further terrorist acts , Mr Dila said . -1 1449289 1449185 " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon said after Tuesday 's meeting . " Prime Minister Abbas , we are facing a new opportunity today , a better future for both peoples , " Mr Sharon said . -1 2348638 2348556 Random testing of security procedures should also take place . Security assessments of these facilities should take place every three years . -1 2876839 2876840 Two officials initially said about 300 workers had been arrested at 61 stores in 21 states . But the officials later revised the numbers and said about 250 had been arrested at some 60 stores . -0 1853164 1854204 " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words , " daughter Linda Hope said . " He really left us with a smile on his face and no last words ... He gave us each a kiss and that was it , " she said . -1 672378 672334 As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped during yesterday 's trading , decreasing $ 1.42 to close at $ 14.97 . As frequently happens to a company making a major acquisition , PeopleSoft 's shares dropped in Monday 's trading , decreasing 87 cents to $ 15.52 on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 2529227 2529209 About 400 of those taken into custody were charged with manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . The largest number of arrests , about 400 , were on charges of manufacturing or distributing child pornography on the Internet . -0 2413963 2414227 " I 'm disgusted , physically sick in the stomach , " said Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . " The whole thing is a travesty , " fumed Brent Newbury , president of the Rockland County Patrolmen 's Benevolent Association . -1 1149132 1149205 One Republican sent out a flier this week citing a 3.8-percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . One Republican flier cited a 3.8 percent increase in the S & P 500 stock index since passage of the tax cuts in May . -1 748158 748178 P & G officials later concluded that the better approach was to split up the contracts to avoid reliance on just one contractor . P & G officials decided it would be wiser to split the contracts to avoid reliance on a sole contractor . -1 2251604 2251573 Under the NBC proposal , Vivendi would merge its U.S. film and TV business with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish-language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . Under a deal with General Electric 's NBC , Vivendi 's film and TV business would merge with NBC 's broadcast network , Spanish- language network and cable channels including CNBC and Bravo . -1 1635934 1636048 Belgium said Saturday it has decided to scrap a controversial war crimes law which has seen cases launched against President Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon . Belgium said yesterday that it has decided to scrap a war crimes law used to launch cases against President Bush and Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel . -1 1575335 1575408 " His comments were extremely inappropriate and the decision was an easy one , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . " Savage made an extremely inappropriate comment and the decision to cancel the program was not difficult , " MSNBC spokesman Jeremy Gaines said . -1 2927587 2927329 Already , the impact of Chinas moves is sending ripples through the region . Already , China 's moves are sending ripples through the region . -1 218945 218868 He also had management jobs at three space centers before being named director of Stennis . Parsons held engineering management positions at three space centers before being named director of the Stennis center last August . -1 3125139 3124927 Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 - two months after it voluntarily closed following initial reports of the disease . Chi-Chi 's has agreed to keep the restaurant closed until Jan. 2 -- two months after it voluntarily closed when the disease was first reported . -1 1071500 1071443 The Commerce ruling Tuesday will impose a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors ( DRAMS ) made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . The Commerce Department imposed a 44.71 percent tariff on dynamic random access memory semiconductors , or DRAMS , made by Hynix Semiconductor Inc . -0 1195661 1195775 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been gathering information on suspect cases . Nationally , the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recorded 4,156 cases of West Nile , including 284 deaths . -1 1723513 1723286 Shares of Mattel were down 13 cents to $ 19.72 on the New York Stock Exchange . Mattel shares were down 1.5 percent in early afternoon trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 3181243 3181212 Both were declared dead about 6 p.m. at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center . Both shooting victims were rushed to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center , where they died a short time later . -0 2578398 2578422 In terms of format , DVD music took off while legitimate online music broadened its reach , the IFPI said . DVD music took off , accounting for more than five percent of sales , and legitimate online music broadened its reach . -1 2829195 2829246 Malvo was brought into the courtroom for about two minutes Monday so a witness could identify him . Malvo was in the courtroom for about two minutes yesterday to allow a prosecution witness to identify him . -0 2440474 2440558 They cover more than 300,000 UAW workers and 500,000 retirees and spouses . GM , the world 's largest automaker , has 115,000 active UAW workers and 340,000 retirees and spouses . -1 2458876 2459076 The hospital where she is staying is being guarded by about a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers . The hospital has been guarded by more than a dozen undercover police and military intelligence officers , said officials . -0 690423 690225 A three-judge panel of the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled late Friday that the small size , limited use and secular purpose make the image legitimate . A three-judge panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis overturned a ruling issued last year that supported the ordinance . -1 2467984 2467944 In an interview , Healey , who is a criminologist , acknowledged that much of the sentiment among legislators here and across the country was wariness toward capital punishment . In an interview , Ms. Healey , who is a criminologist , said many lawmakers here and across the country shared a wariness toward capital punishment . -0 2152411 2152008 Today , the Columbia Accident Investigation Board will issue its findings on what caused the accident . The Columbia Accident Investigation Board has placed the blame for the accident squarely on Nasa . -0 507752 507554 " I 'm not aware of any changes in policy - we have contacts with them , they will continue . " " Our policies are well-known and I 'm not aware of any changes in policy . -1 2565169 2565078 Telemarketers who call listed numbers could face FCC fines of up to $ 120,000 . Telemarketers who call numbers on the list after Oct. 1 could face fines of up to $ 11,000 per call . -1 781894 781633 The compensation committee will prohibit securities industry directors from sitting on it . The exchange also said its five-person compensation committee will consist only of directors from outside the securities industry . -1 283607 283690 Immediately after the blast , people portraying some of the 150 " victims " stumbled amid the wreckage as emergency vehicles converged on the scene . Immediately after the small explosion , people portraying victims stumbled amid the wreckage as fire trucks and other emergency vehicles converged . -1 2204002 2204069 " This is , I think , a very seminal moment in our agency 's history , " Mr O 'Keefe said . " I think we are at a seminal moment in the history of this agency , " he said . -1 2532994 2532909 British police claim they have been taking statements from more than 30 of the women . British military police have also been taking statements from 30 of the women who have made the allegations . -1 82938 83014 A group of investors wants to start a TV network aimed at the estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . A group of investors said Friday it wants to start a television network aimed at the interests of an estimated 8 million Muslims living in the United States . -1 2933868 2933701 He said that in early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists . " In early December , immigration inspectors at Hartsfield will be able to match the fingerprints to the federal government 's computerized " watch lists , " Williams said . -0 572581 572736 Derrick Todd Lee is helped from a plane in Baton Rouge , Wednesday . Derrick Todd Lee , 34 , is shown in this photo released by the police in Baton Rouge , Monday . -1 2128403 2128443 They also said the rule will make the nation 's electrical system more reliable -- a high-profile issue after last week 's massive power blackout . They also said the rule will improve the reliability of the nation 's electrical system , which is needed after last week 's massive power blackout . -1 2784756 2784682 Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on a controversial gas project , a reform of a free market energy law and constitutional reforms . Sanchez de Lozada promised a referendum on the gas project , a reform of energy laws and constitutional changes . -1 3347012 3347199 Yesterday , this honor was given to Firefighter Thomas C. Brick , who died last Tuesday battling a fire in an Upper Manhattan warehouse . They were there to honor Brick , who died Tuesday battling a four-alarm blaze in an upper Manhattan warehouse . -1 550074 550082 In the settlement , Tyrer agreed to pay $ US1.06 million in allegedly ill-gotten trading profits and $ US342,195 in interest , the SEC said . To settle the charges , Mr. Tyrer agreed to surrender $ 1.06 million in trading profits and $ 342,195 in interest . -1 1787563 1787470 The agency said it would not release the name of the 17-year-old involved because he is a minor . The agency said it had no plans to release the name of the teenager involved because he was a minor . -0 297503 297732 He was also expected to visit Yemen and Bahrain during his tour of the region . Khatami , who arrived in Beirut Monday , was also to visit Syria , Yemen and Bahrain . -0 312392 312450 Opposition to the bill has come from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and members of Congress . Besides a federal judge , the criticism has mounted from environmentalists , the Miccosukee Tribe , some scientists and some congressional leaders . -0 2328134 2328113 After the shooting , Hoffine fled to the nearby home of a friend , and allowed her and her daughter to leave . Hoffine drove to the home of a friend and told her what he had done before allowing the woman and her daughter to leave , Hurley said . -0 1906198 1906345 He gave a surprisingly impassioned speech to the United Steelworkers of America , who announced their endorsement yesterday . On Tuesday , he picked up the endorsement of the United Steelworkers of America . -1 582748 582674 Merrill neither admitted to nor denied wrongdoing in the accord . Merrill Lynch did not admit to wrongdoing in the accord . -1 666189 666235 Mr. Marshall demonstrated a preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act . Marshall demonstrated his preference for results over rhetoric in preparing the Civil Rights Act that was passed in November 1964 . -1 3236257 3236303 The FTC judge is set to render a decision on Dec. 18 , which is viewed as the final chapter of a long-standing legal saga that 's dragged on for years . The FTC decision is viewed as the final leg in a longstanding legal saga that has dragged on for years . -0 557353 557232 The lawmakers were departing Wednesday and expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday . The lawmakers expected to arrive in Pyongyang on Friday and leave Sunday for South Korea . -1 3394863 3394664 Authorities said the bodies of a man and woman were recovered on Friday from a camping ground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 caravans . Two other bodies were recovered on Friday from a campground in nearby Devore , where a wall of mud destroyed 32 trailers . -1 2009317 2009591 Democrats currently hold a 17-15 advantage in the state 's congressional delegation . The Texas congressional delegation now is 17-15 Democratic . -0 1927835 1927803 He said that most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place late on Thursday evening . Most of the 250 persons living near the disaster site were asleep when the cloudburst took place , the second such incident in three weeks . -1 2363561 2363551 The awards are being announced today by the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation . The prizes , from the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation , will be awarded Friday in New York . -1 2343043 2342960 According to the survey , last years identity theft losses to businesses and financial institutions totaled nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses . Identity theft cost businesses and financial institutions nearly $ 48 billion and consumer victims reported $ 5 billion in out-of-pocket expenses last year , according to the FTC . -1 2511405 2511384 The company also became synonymous with ethical business practices . Levi became known for ethical business practices . -1 2238966 2239003 Peterson , 27 , was eight months pregnant when she disappeared in the days before Christmas . Peterson was almost eight months pregnant when she was reported missing . -1 1941671 1941684 At present , the FCC will not request personal identifying information prior to allowing access to the wireless network . The FCC said that it won 't request personal identifying information before allowing people to access the wireless network . -1 261723 261954 The US on Tuesday assembled a coalition of more than a dozen countries to launch a World Trade Organisation case against the European Union 's ban on new genetically modified crops . The US on Tuesday filed a long-anticipated case in the World Trade Organisation aimed at forcing the European Union to lift its de facto moratorium on genetically modified foods . -1 3065846 3065703 A federal appeals court yesterday reinstated perjury charges against a San Diego student accused of lying about his association with 9 / 11 hijackers . A U.S. appeals court in New York reinstated perjury charges against a Grossmont College student accused of lying about his knowledge of two of the Sept . 11 hijackers . -1 597385 596832 Kerr , who won three championships with the Chicago Bulls in the 90 's and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , 3 assists and 2 rebounds . Kerr , who won three NBA titles with Chicago and one with the Spurs in 1999 , finished with 12 points , three assists and two rebounds . -0 1478072 1477994 " If the other rating agencies also downgrade us .. The two other national rating agencies are waiting to take action . -1 1245664 1245881 Another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , was to be loaded onto a Spanish tanker , the Sandra Tapias . A Spanish tanker , Sandra Tapias , was to be loaded with another million barrels , bought by Spanish refiner Cepsa SA , in the afternoon . -0 1431345 1431763 He caused a stir by misnaming the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz . He greeted the mayor of Miami , Manny Diaz , as " Alex . " -1 1051647 1051745 Lloyds TSB confirmed on Tuesday it was " considering its options " over the sale of its National Bank of New Zealand subsidiary . Lloyds TSB yesterday confirmed that it had received bids for its National Bank of New Zealand operation . -1 2343280 2343315 The reading for both August and July is the best seen since the survey began in August 1997 . It is the highest reading since the index was created in August 1997 . -1 3001417 3001446 Former U.S. Rep. Frank McCloskey , 64 , died this afternoon in his home after a long battle with bladder cancer . McCloskey died Sunday afternoon in his home after a year-long battle with bladder cancer . -1 1091308 1091292 Instead , bond bulls focus on the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . Still , bond bulls can take comfort in the fact the Fed has done nothing to dispel market expectations of an easing , either in speeches or through the press . -1 114363 114587 He also drove in a run on a groundout against Franklin in the fifth . He drove in another run in the fifth inning on a groundout . -1 356757 356716 In a series of raids , Moroccan police arrested 33 suspects on Saturday , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a senior official said . Moroccan police have arrested 33 suspects , including some linked to the radical Djihad Salafist group , a government official said . -1 2697641 2697724 Novelist Michael Peterson was convicted Friday of murdering his wife , whose body was found in a pool of blood at the bottom of a staircase in their home . A jury convicted novelist Michael Peterson Friday of bludgeoning his wife of five years in the stairwell of their home . -0 2797312 2797224 President Bush on Saturday became the first American president to address a joint session of the Philippine National Congress since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . " But success requires more than American assistance , " Bush said in the first speech to a joint session of Philippine Congress by a U.S. president since Dwight Eisenhower in 1960 . -1 98413 98644 Allied forces have overthrown the government , moved into Saddam Hussein 's palaces and started to patrol the streets of the capital . Allied forces have defeated Saddam 's military , moved into his palaces and started to patrol Baghdad . -1 1632002 1631786 They went into the operations of their own free will , " their father Dadollah Bijani said . They went into the operation on their own free will , ' Reuters quoted their father , Mr Dadollah Bijani , as saying . -1 222989 223008 The yield on the 3 5 / 8 percent February 2013 note dropped 2 basis points to 3.66 percent . The yield on the 3 percent note maturing in 2008 fell 22 basis points to 2.61 percent . -1 2862391 2862245 " Imagine that in someone 's fucking brain , " Klebold said . Imagine , one said , what a bullet would do in someone 's brain . -1 2464233 2464268 " Approximately 60 per cent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish , " he said . " Approximately 60 percent of all national advertisers do not yet advertise in Spanish . " -1 201901 201831 Previously he had seen the grinning mechanic from east Java only on television . Mr Hughes had seen Amrozi 's face on television , the infamous images of the grinning mechanic from east Java . -1 3214661 3214345 As part of the agreement to extradite the two best friends from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . As part of a 2001 agreement to extradite them from Canada , prosecutors agreed not to seek the death penalty . -1 3434600 3434628 MySQL AB on Tuesday announced that it had ported its open-source database to the HP-UX operating system on the 64-bit Intel Itanium 2 processor . The company updated the MySQL 4.0 software with the ability to run on the HP-UX 11i Unix operating system and Linux on servers equipped with Intel 's 64-bit Itanium 2 processor . -0 698947 698931 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC edged up 2.84 points , or 0.18 percent , at 1,593.59 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX added 1.14 points , or 0.12 percent , at 968.14 . -1 2924601 2924957 " The question that has to be penetrated is , how did 38 visits over 2 years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation ? " " The question that has to be penetrated is how did 38 visits over two years not rescue these children from slow torture and starvation , " Ryan said in an interview . -1 299230 299131 Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said that portion of the DMCA gives too much leeway to copyright holders . Cindy Cohn , legal director for the Electronic Frontier Foundation , said Monday that section 512 hands too much power to copyright holders . -1 1771134 1771094 The S3C2440 CPU supports major operating systems including Microsoft Windows CE / Pocket PC , Palm OS , Symbian , and Linux . It supports the Windows CE , Palm , Symbian , and Linux operating systems . -1 2265273 2265154 The transaction will expand the revenue from Callebaut 's consumer products business to 45 percent of total sales from 23 percent . The transaction will expand Callebaut 's sales revenues from its consumer products business to 45 percent from 23 percent . -1 3167210 3167144 Meanwhile , law enforcement officials in Palm Beach County , Fla . , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million mansion , said his drug use is under investigation . A law enforcement source in Palm Beach County , where Limbaugh owns a $ 24 million oceanfront mansion , said last week that Limbaugh 's drug use is still under investigation . -1 1530576 1530531 State Rep. Ron Wilson , D-Houston , joined committee Republicans in voting for the map . State Rep. Ron Wilson , a Houston Democrat , joined nine Republicans in approving the bill Saturday . -1 2690103 2690016 State unemployment last month stood at 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . The statewide unemployment rate fell to 6.4 percent , down from a revised 6.7 percent in August . -0 2776997 2776959 The three chains have replaced most of the 70,000 striking workers with temporary employees to keep their stores open . The supermarket chains have used managers and replacement workers to keep their stores open , often at reduced hours . -1 2833095 2833505 Government workers trapped in a burning downtown office tower frantically dialed 911 as they tried to make their way through smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . Some people trapped in a burning high-rise building in Chicago 's Loop business district frantically dialed 911 for help in escaping the smoke-filled staircases and hallways , officials said . -0 196097 195724 Because of the distance between the two chambers , the eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky . The eventual conference between House and Senate tax writers promises to be intense and possibly rocky , even though all the principals will be Republicans . -1 2874983 2874972 Their groundbreaking contributions commercialize technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development . " " Their groundbreaking contributions commercialise technologies , create jobs , improve productivity and stimulate the nation 's growth and development , " it said . -0 1589051 1588829 Oak Brook , IL-based McDonalds is expected to launch several hundred restaurants by year 's end . The company 's goal is to offer wireless service at several hundred restaurants by year 's end . -1 2359415 2359452 The dividend , the company 's second this calendar year , is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record at the close of business Oct. 17 . In a statement , Microsoft said the dividend is payable Nov. 7 to shareholders of record on Oct. 17 . -0 1757141 1756840 Mr. Hampton had been living at a residence for AIDS patients in Beth Israel Hospital . Hampton , 39 , died in Beth Israel Hospital , Tipograph said . -0 1567124 1567171 Already suffering with the nation 's worst credit rating , the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . The Davis administration says the state is operating for the first time completely on borrowed money . -1 713224 713249 Testing of the swimsuit at a state police lab and at a private lab in Virginia had not yet been able determine whether it belonged to Bish , Conte said . Testing at a Massachusetts State Police lab and a private Virginia lab has not been able to determine whether the swimsuit belonged to Bish , Conte said yesterday . -1 430913 430721 Under the final tax bill , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 per cent until the end of 2008 . Under the compromise , most dividends and capital gains would be taxed at 15 percent through 2008 . -1 1499006 1499172 A grassy field and asphalt island , topped with an ATM , sit where Orville Wright once developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . Orville Wright 's laboratory was once there - where he developed a split airplane wing , tinkered with cars and even built toys . -0 1640087 1639841 Shares of GE were slipping 17 cents , or 0.6 % , to $ 28.02 in Instinet premarket trading . Shares in GE were down 7 cents to $ 28.12 by the close of trading in New York . -1 813531 813243 The presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church , Frank T. Griswold III , declined , through a spokesman , to comment on the development Saturday . The presiding bishop of the Episcopal church , Frank Griswold , declined to comment on Saturday 's development . -1 3050741 3050597 IAC 's stock closed yesterday down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent , at $ 34.19 . InterActiveCorp 's shares closed at $ 34.19 , down $ 2.81 , or 7.6 percent on the Nasdaq Stock Market . -1 2049268 2049336 Memories also live on of the bloody debacle in Somalia 10 years ago -- the last major US military involvement in Africa . Memories also live on of a bloody debacle in Somalia a decade ago -- the last major U.S. military involvement in Africa . -1 2303745 2303559 He faces up to 10 years in prison and a $ 250,000 fine if convicted . If convicted , Parson faces up to 10 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $ 250,000 . -0 2332152 2332298 At 5 p.m. EDT , Henri had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with some gusts reaching 60 mph . At 8 p.m. Friday , Henri was becoming disorganized , but still had maximum sustained winds near 50 mph , with stronger gusts . -0 200007 199991 " It 's a huge black eye , " said publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr . , whose family has controlled the paper since 1896 . " It 's a huge black eye , " Arthur Sulzberger , the newspaper 's publisher , said of the scandal . -1 735679 735698 The industry is working with the FDA " to get firm answers and not just speculation , " he told Reuters Health . Companies are working with the FDA and academics " to try and get some firm answers and not just speculation , " Jarman said . -1 1143990 1144182 It would have been the first time in Texas history that the comptroller had not certified the budget . Strayhorn said it was the first time in Texas history a comptroller had not certified the appropriations act . -0 1480772 1481197 Sales at Ford fell 0.1 percent while sales at DaimlerChrysler rose 7 percent . Truck sales for the world 's No. 2 automaker dropped 4.1 percent , while its car sales dropped 13.7 percent . -1 2291870 2292062 The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 per cent , said Dr Leo Bossaert , executive director of the European Resuscitation Council . The rate of survival without serious brain damage is about 10 percent , said Bossaert , a professor at the University Hospital in Antwerp , Belgium . -0 3444261 3444335 GREAT train robber Ronnie Biggs was fighting for life last night after a massive heart attack . Great Train Robber Ronnie Biggs was back in jail tonight after being treated in hospital for pneumonia . -1 2288200 2288297 Russian and Saudi officials on Monday signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas sector . After talks , Russian and Saudi energy ministers signed a five-year agreement on cooperation in the oil and gas industry . -0 1910368 1910629 A judge stayed an injunction against RIM that would have prevented it from selling the Blackberry device and services in the United States . NTP also said it would seek an injunction preventing RIM from selling the BlackBerry in the United States . -1 684554 684840 Imam Samudra , 32 , is accused of being the " field commander " of the October 12 attacks that killed 202 people , mostly tourists . Imam Samudra is charged with playing a key role in the planning and execution of the Oct. 12 attacks , that killed 202 people , mostly foreign tourists . -1 119089 119131 This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend towards open source support of business applications . This is just the latest movement in a continuing trend toward open-source support among business application vendors . -1 3153729 3153788 Dusenbery 's fiancee , Jessica Wheat , said he was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . Jessica Wheat , who said she and Dusenbery were planning to marry , said Dusenbery was considering settling down in Fort Campbell and making the Army his career . -1 126723 126748 Jack Ferry , company spokesman , said that a search is in progress but would not comment on its status . Company spokesman Jack Ferry said a search is ongoing but declined comment on its status . -0 919945 919979 Three Federal Reserve speakers and the Fed 's anecdotal summary of U.S. economic conditions could help firm expectations . At 1800 GMT , the Federal Reserve issues its Beige Book summary of U.S. economic conditions . -0 1253232 1252575 The U.N. Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . Children get sick from drinking the water : The United Nations Office of the Humanitarian Coordinator for Iraq last week reported that cases of diarrhea have tripled in Baghdad . -0 1140118 1140237 Billy Hodge , 11 , is engrossed with the Harry Potter series books . Indeed , the Harry Potter series stands in a class by itself . -1 1819331 1819007 Mr Eddington warned yesterday that the future of the airline was " in the hands of the negotiators " . " The future of BA is in the hands of the negotiators , " Eddington told British Broadcasting Corp. television on Sunday . -1 1587317 1587467 Selling it symbolically writes a finish to that chapter in the administration of our city schools . " " Selling it symbolically writes ' Finish ' to that chapter in the administration of our city 's schools , " he said . -1 921225 921296 The SIA said chip sales were expect to rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9bn next year , followed by a 5.8 in 2005 . The SIA forecast that chip sales next year will rise 16.8 percent to $ 180.9 billion , followed by a 5.8 percent increase to $ 191.5 billion in 2005 . -1 3022894 3023029 Peterson has been charged with two counts of murder in the deaths of his wife and son . Peterson , 31 , is now charged with murder in the deaths of his 27-year-old wife and their unborn son . -1 129774 130001 U.S. stocks fell , led by computer-related shares , after network-equipment maker Cisco Systems Inc. said sales will be unchanged this quarter . U.S. stocks fell after Cisco Systems Inc . , the world 's biggest maker of networking-equipment , forecast that sales will be unchanged this quarter . -1 2163103 2162889 Mr. Dewhurst has called for a " cooling period " between special sessions , which could give the Democrats some time at home . Mr. Dewhurst has suggested a cooling-off period , which could give the senators time to go home . -1 2193036 2193004 Mr. Weingarten said that he expected Mr. Ebbers , who turned 62 yesterday , to be fully exonerated at trial . Mr. Ebbers ' attorney Reid Weingarten said he expects Mr. Ebbers to be exonerated . -1 2298330 2298202 The four fund companies named by Spitzer each said they 're cooperating with his investigation . All the fund companies have said they are cooperating with Spitzer 's probe . -0 1598729 1598699 Artists are worried the plan would harm those who need help most - performers who have a difficult time lining up shows . The artists say the plan will harm French culture and punish those who need help most - performers who have a hard time lining up work . -0 100857 100809 Now Infogrames has decided to change its name to Atari . Infogrames is to change its name to Atari when NASDAQ opens for trading tomorrow . -0 3270421 3270325 At 10 p.m. , Odette was centered about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica , and was moving northeast near 8 mph . At 10 p.m. Thursday , Odette was about 295 miles south-southeast of Kingston , Jamaica and about 900 miles south-southeast of Palm Beach . -1 701798 701818 AMC has since asked the experienced Fluor company of the US to produce a detailed costing of the project , but the report is still two weeks away . AustMag has since asked the experienced US company Fluor to produce a detailed costing of the project but the report is still two weeks away . -1 83225 83171 The researchers found only empty cavities and scar tissue where the tumors had been . No tumors were detected ; rather , empty cavities and scar tissue were found in their place . -0 2843412 2843603 The House has already approved the measure , and Congress twice sent similar legislation to President Clinton , who vetoed it . Congress twice sent similar legislation to former President Bill Clinton , who vetoed it . -1 2949057 2949004 Mr. Bush has credited the Dallas pastor with helping to inspire the idea of using federal dollars to fund faith-based programs . He has credited Dr. Evans with helping to inspire the idea of federal financing for faith-based programs . -0 2654042 2653952 Attorney Patricia Anderson , who represents the Schindlers in the courtroom tug-of-war with their son-in-law , declined to comment on the case . Pat Anderson , the lawyer representing the Schindlers , declined to comment on the filing . -1 666485 666401 The court today reversed the decision of that court , the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit . The court Monday reversed the decision of that court , the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals . -0 389849 389790 " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " Ashcroft said . " High-tech scam artists who think they can hijack the Internet should think again , " said Assistant Attorney General Michael Chertoff of the Criminal Division . -1 1814019 1813836 Those systems typically combine institutional and community-based care and are financed by a combination of state , federal , and private dollars . Those systems typically combine institutional and community care and are paid for with combinations of state , federal and private money . -1 2704921 2704886 A passer-by found Ben hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. , with his hands still taped together but his feet free . A passer-by found the boy hiding along a dirt road in Spanish Fork Canyon about 7 p.m. Thursday , with his feet free but his hands still taped . -1 3279619 3279661 The companies uniformly declined to give specific numbers on customer turnover , saying they will release those figures only when they report overall company performance at year-end . The companies , however , declined to give specifics on customer turnover , saying they would release figures only when they report their overall company performance . -0 1715931 1715779 Chaudhry was released 56 days later and the Fiji military installed an all-indigenous government led by Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . The Fijian military installed an all-indigenous government led by Mr Qarase , who won democratic elections in September 2001 . -0 543292 543234 Russia had closed checkpoints on parts of the border with China and Mongolia until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . Russia has closed dozens of checkpoints on the border with China and Mongolia , which has also reported SARS cases , until June 4 , Itar-Tass news agency said . -1 2190772 2190744 Nonetheless , the open-source guru insisted , " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals . " " This attack was wrong , and it was dangerous to our goals , " Raymond said . -0 3334590 3334546 The U.S. military on Dec. 2 began a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country , where Taliban activity has been highest . Since Dec. 2 the U.S. military has been engaged in a large-scale sweep , dubbed Operation Avalanche , targeting the south and east of the country . -0 2688978 2688946 Britz earned $ 3.77 million in salary , bonus and other compensation , and Kinney earned $ 3.76 million . Johnston made $ 5.8 million in salary and bonus in 2001 as president , and as a part-time adviser earned $ 1 million in 2002 . -1 1869077 1868927 But the company said that its competitors simply were trying to hinder MCI 's emergence from bankruptcy . But the company said over the weekend that its competitors were simply trying to throw up roadblocks to MCIs emergence from bankruptcy . -0 3006632 3006484 As a result , Murphy sought to substitute Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , as the trustee . Murphy said Strier 's sister , Ethel Celnik , was in the courtroom at the time , but Strier was not . -1 729170 729288 " This moves us a lot closer to saying that the foam can do this kind of damage , " said Hubbard , a member of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board . " I think this moves us a lot closer toward saying that foam can do this kind of damage , " Hubbard said . -1 2460900 2460879 Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent ’ s team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20 mile ( 30 km ) long Disraeli Fjord . Writing in the journal Geophysical Research Letters , Vincent 's team said all of the fresh water poured out of the 20-mile-long Disraeli Fjord . -1 753324 753250 Instead , tickets for the Jersey jam went on sale last night through Ticketmaster . Tickets , available through Ticketmaster , went on sale yesterday . -1 98427 98654 On Wednesday , a man was shot near Kut as he tried to run over two marines at a checkpoint . On Wednesday , the Marines shot an attacker near the town of Al-Kut as he tried to run over two Marines at a checkpoint . -1 3294368 3294400 Among the proposals is one for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next CHOGM meeting in two years . Among the proposals being considered is for Zimbabwe to have the opportunity to rejoin the 54-member body before the next Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting in two years . -0 2564884 2565012 The percentage of Americans without health coverage rose from 14.6 to 15.2 . The percentage of Californians without health insurance was unchanged , the report showed . -1 374633 374276 Yesterday 's ruling is a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , he said , but there is more to be done . He said the court 's ruling was a great first step toward better coverage for poor Maine residents , but that there was more to be done . -1 2565183 2565368 A ruling last week by U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry triggered a whirlwind of activity in Washington . The legislation came after U.S. District Judge Lee R. West in Oklahoma City ruled last week that the FTC lacked authority to run the registry . -0 2808363 2808393 Seven people were taken to hospital today after a second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . The leader of the country ’ s biggest rail union threatened industrial action today following the second derailment on the London Underground in less than 48 hours . -1 3264637 3264648 The quick conviction followed a 21 / 2-week trial , during which Waagner represented himself . The quick conviction followed a 2 1 / 2 week trial , during which the Venango County man represented himself . -0 1233840 1234052 IDEC shareholders would own 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company , and Biogen shareholders the remaining 49.5 percent . The companies said Idec holders would own about 50.5 percent of the stock of the combined company . -1 3237014 3237103 U.S. officials say Hussein loyalists do not require high-technology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . U.S. officials say operatives loyal to the ousted Saddam government do not require hightechnology eavesdropping devices to gather substantial amounts of information on the activities of American officials . -1 3437707 3437406 Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach LLP said it filed suit in a New York court on Monday on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund . Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach filed the lawsuit , which seeks class-action status , on behalf of the Southern Alaska Carpenters Pension Fund in federal court in Manhattan . -1 2760853 2760820 Both figures were below consensus expectations , but August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fueling a dollar rally . But August sales were revised to a 1.2 percent increase from a previously reported 0.6 percent gain , fuelling a dollar rally . -1 882187 882090 Attorneys for the Roman Catholic archdiocese and nearly 250 alleged victims began meeting last week to reach an out-of-court settlement . Attorneys for both the archdiocese and the plaintiffs began meeting last week to reach the out-of-court settlement . -1 1513826 1513799 The two other passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist Fort Worth hospitals with critical injuries . Two additional passengers were taken to John Peter Smith and Harris Methodist hospitals , both with what was described as critical injuries . -1 1375466 1376092 The new law requires libraries and schools to use filters or lose federal financing . The 6-3 ruling reinstates a law that told libraries to install filters or surrender federal money . -1 2713566 2713602 At first , the animals ’ performance declined compared to the sessions on the joystick . At first , the animals ' performance declined compared with the joystick sessions . -0 2565365 2565470 " The public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " he said at a White House ceremony . " While many good people work in the telemarketing industry , the public is understandably losing patience with these unwanted phone calls , unwanted intrusions , " Mr. Bush said . -1 1805942 1806008 Lucent 's stock was off 7 cents , or 3.7 percent , at $ 1.84 in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . Lucent shares fell 8 cents , or 4.19 percent , to $ 1.83 a share in morning trading on the New York Stock Exchange . -0 637337 637102 McBride dismissed Novell 's Unix ownership claims as " a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community . " " We strongly disagree with Novell 's position and view it as a desperate measure to curry favor with the Linux community , " McBride said . -0 2304663 2304743 Although they no longer get the glory , desktop PC exceeded IDC 's shipment expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . Desktop PC shipments also exceeded IDC 's expectations in the second quarter , Kay said . -1 3023907 3023990 " Clearly it is a tragic day for Americans , " he said in Washington . " It 's clearly a tragic day for America , " Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said in Washington . -1 1363236 1362851 In an editorial in the journal , two breast cancer researchers said hormones ' effect on the breast creates a double-whammy that is " almost unique " in medicine . In an accompanying editorial , two breast cancer researchers said that the effect of hormones on the breast created a double whammy that was " almost unique " in medicine . -1 2281720 2281824 PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said . In July , PC-related products were the strongest sector with microprocessors up 5.6 per cent and DRAMs up 8.2 per cent over June . -0 2398653 2398717 Last month , The Washington Post Co. introduced Express , a tabloid distributed largely along transit routes . Last month The Washington Post also launched a free tabloid aimed at younger readers called the Express . -1 844668 844525 After a tense stand-off , the battlewagon turned back . After the French threatened to open fire , the battlewagon turned back . -1 2965162 2965125 Ten , two mobile homes and numerous outbuildings were destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . He said eight or nine homes had been destroyed by the now-smoldering fire northwest of Boulder . -0 3315915 3315684 Limbaugh 's lawyer , Roy Black , has accused the Palm Beach State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for investigating whether the conservative radio commentator bought painkillers illegally . Limbaugh 's attorney , Roy Black , has accused the State Attorney 's Office of having political motives for its investigation . -1 345799 345827 The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bps ( bits per second ) within the next two years , a senior Cisco Systems Inc. executive said Wednesday . The top speed of Ethernet could hit 40G bit / sec within the next two years , a senior Cisco executive said Wednesday . -0 3020766 3020743 Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack had been headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave . Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed . -0 3416795 3416666 He also wrote the state was right to execute a search warrant at the store . He said he had told the state police to execute a search warrant but stop if they encountered resistance . -1 1551941 1551886 Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora67 , " to extend the contest until 6 p.m. EDT Sunday . Three such vigilante-style attacks forced the hacker organizer , who identified himself only as " Eleonora [ 67 ] , " to extend the contest until 3 p.m. Arizona time Sunday . -1 2359498 2359373 Only the Intel Corporation has a lower dividend yield . Only Intel Corp. ' s 0.3 percent yield was lower . -0 176016 175686 Shares of Ahold rose 12 cents , or 2.3 percent , to 5.35 euros in Amsterdam . Ahold 's U.S. shares rose 52 cents , or 9 percent , to $ 6.30 . -0 1260657 1260284 Michelle Wie chips Sunday during her 1-up victory over Virada Nirapathpongporn in the 27th U.S. Women 's Amateur Public Links Championship . Now she has her first trophy after victory in the US Women 's Amateur Public Links here on Sunday . -1 1970412 1970729 Powell 's rendition of the third conversation made it more incriminating , by saying an officer ordered that the area be " cleared out . " Powell 's version made it seem more sinister when he said an officer on the tape ordered that the area be " cleared out . " -0 452901 452846 The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > gained 3 points , or 0.39 percent , at 924 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC rose 6 points , or 0.41 percent , to 1,498 . -0 488383 488290 The euro soared to US $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back slightly to US $ 1.1895 as trading opened in Europe . The euro soared to $ 1.1914 in Asian trading , before slipping back to $ 1.1884 in late European trading , up from $ 1.1857 late Monday . -1 2193364 2193349 PBL 's Channel Nine has been billed as Australia 's most popular commercial station after it recently recorded 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . Channel Nine has been billed as the most popular commercial station after recently recording 26 consecutive weeks on top of the ratings . -1 2383571 2383561 The Nasdaq composite index rose 15.82 , or 0.9 percent , to 1,861.52 . The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC was up 17.48 points , or 0.95 percent , at 1,863.18 . -1 2059075 2059189 It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted on BugTraq . " " It appears that the machine was cracked using a ptrace exploit by a local user immediately after the exploit was posted , " it added . -1 71430 71501 The money was taken at 4 a.m. on March 18 , hours before the U.S. launched its first air strikes , the newspaper said . The seizure took place at 4 a.m. on March 18 , just hours before the first American air assault . -1 2479142 2479120 " The company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority , " the statement said . The Company has always made , and continues to make , exceptional customer service and customer satisfaction a top priority in all business practices , " AOL added . -1 2062463 2062539 Nvidia shares lost 58 cents ( U.S. ) or 3.46 per cent to $ 16.20 yesterday on the Nasdaq Stock Market . Nvidia 's stock fell 65 cents , or almost 4 percent , to $ 16.13 on Nasdaq . -0 2740505 2740326 Yang would dine on shredded pork with garlic and kung pao chicken washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . Yang was to dine on specially designed packets of shredded pork with garlic and " eight treasure " rice , washed down with Chinese tea , state media said . -0 1262752 1262792 Cullen is replacing former chief privacy officer Richard Purcell , who left earlier this year . The job had been vacant since Richard Purcell left earlier this year . -0 3313770 3313492 Singapore reported no suspected SARS cases Wednesday , but officials quarantined 70 people who had contact with the Taiwanese patient . Still , Singapore quarantined 70 people who had been in close contact with the scientist . -0 381114 381167 The agencies warn that the " insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans . " The insulation can sift through cracks in the ceiling , around light fixtures or around ceiling fans , so cracks should be sealed , they recommend . -0 1313226 1312848 Mallard 's friend , Clete Jackson , and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , pleaded guilty last year to dumping Biggs ' body . That night Jackson and his cousin , Herbert Tyrone Cleveland , went with Mallard to her house . -1 1365816 1365635 " Oh , it 's never fun to be No 4 , especially if you 've been No 1 before . " It 's never fun to be No. 4 , especially if you 've been No. 1 before , ' ' said Williams . " -1 313831 313291 It consisted of eight blacks , two Guyanese and two whites . The new jury consisted of eight blacks , two whites and two jurors of Guyanese descent . -0 131787 132098 But Nelson claims he did it because he was drunk on beer , not because Rosenbaum was jewish . Those two witnesses say that Nelson confessed to killing Rosenbaum , but claimed he did it because he was drunk on beer . -1 2170932 2170835 In the 1990 's , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs ate away at the shuttle program 's safety margins . In the 1990s , the board found , budget cuts and trade-offs etched away at the shuttle program 's thin margins of safety . -1 608034 607825 The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average .DJI jumped 118 points , or 1.36 percent , to 8,829 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 121.51 , or 1.4 percent , at 8,832.69 . -1 2581167 2581252 The 5,000 members have already pledged to relocate to the selected state , Free State Project organizers say . The project already has more than 5,000 members committed to relocating to the " free state . " -0 2186975 2186979 In Hong Kong , 24 patients were quarantined Wednesday after seven public hospital workers developed flu-like symptoms . This after seven health care workers at a public hospital fell ill with flu-like symptoms . -0 1054682 1054537 By late afternoon , the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.81 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,331.77 , having gained 201 points Monday to its highest level since July 2002 . In morning trading , the Dow Jones industrial average was down 8.76 , or 0.1 percent , at 9,310.20 , having gained 201 points Monday . -1 1812255 1812313 On Friday , every major exhibitor will donate time to play daily trailers on all screens in more than 5,000 U.S. theaters . Beginning Friday , every major exhibitor in the country will donate time to play trailers in more than 5,000 theaters across the United States . -1 1801777 1801802 The charges came after the federal government prohibited the sheik from speaking with the media and imposed special measures restricting his access to mail , the telephone and visitors . The charges came after the federal government imposed special administrative measures restricting the sheik 's access to mail , the telephone and visitors and prohibiting him from speaking with the media . -1 2461524 2461528 The updated 64-bit operating system , Windows XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems , will run natively on AMD Athlon 64 processor-powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . Windows XP 64-bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems will support AMD64 technology , running natively on AMD Athlon 64 powered desktops and AMD Opteron processor-powered workstations . -0 1217672 1217567 " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Mr. Powell said , referring to the killing of Abdullah Qawasmeh , a leading Hamas figure . " I regret we had an incident that could be an impediment to progress , " Powell told a news conference in neighboring Jordan . -0 2229419 2229908 The department 's position threatens to alienate social conservatives , who have provided strong political support for Mr. Ashcroft and President Bush . The department 's stance disappointed some abortion opponents , and it threatens to alienate social conservatives who have provided strong political support for Ashcroft and President Bush . -0 127586 127652 French President Jacques Chirac was said to have demanded that a European company provide the engines . French President Jacques Chirac was also reported to have supported the European bid . -1 821296 821384 " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyber assets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets . " " This new division will be focused on the vitally important task of protecting the nation 's cyberassets so that we may best protect the nation 's critical infrastructure assets , " he added . -1 3017248 3017177 Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chipset , " the company statement said . Apple is working with Oxford Semiconductor and affected drive manufacturers to resolve this issue , which resides in the Oxford 922 chip-set . " -0 1741899 1741943 " His statement is that he possibly hit the gas instead of the brakes , " Mr Butts said . " He says he couldn 't stop the vehicle ... his statement is he possibly hit the gas instead of the brake , " Butts said . -1 2798317 2798487 Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action yesterday after they abandoned their night patrol to watch David Blaine . Ten police officers were facing disciplinary action today after they abandoned their street patrol to go and watch the American illusionist David Blaine . -1 1972375 1972241 Whitey Bulger is now on the law enforcement agency 's " 10 Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . A former FBI informant , Whitey Bulger is now on the agency 's " Ten Most Wanted " list alongside Osama bin Laden . -0 599474 599497 Humphries , and his father William , were on the IU campus Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning . Humphries , and his father , William , arrived at IU in the early afternoon and spent the day with IU coach Mike Davis . -1 2922492 2922548 He also worked in the Virginia attorney general 's office . Before that he held various posts in Virginia , including deputy attorney general . -1 1096217 1096374 Blue chips edged lower by midday on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . U.S. stocks fell in early morning trade on Wednesday as a wave of profit warnings drained some of the optimism that has driven a rally over the past three months . -1 1754723 1754661 " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " said the official , referring to the section that contained the State Department 's dissent . " They did not read footnotes in a 90-page document , " he said , referring to the annex . -1 347271 347376 At least 2 female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 people who have had contact with them have been quarantined . At least two female patients sharing a room and 10 nurses now have fevers or other symptoms , and about 100 of their contacts have been quarantined . -1 3147467 3147525 The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , the American Cancer Society journal , being published online today . The results appear in the January issue of Cancer , an American Cancer Society ( news - web sites ) journal , being published online Monday . -1 1116151 1116373 The rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat and stabbed others , police said . On Tuesday night rioters shot one person in the shoulder and beat or stabbed others . -1 276403 276121 Congo 's many-sided war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded to back rebels fighting to topple the government in Kinshasa . The Democratic Republic of Congo 's war began in 1998 when Uganda and Rwanda invaded together to back rebels trying to topple Kinshasa . -0 2365740 2365690 Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he spoke with Kernan not long before the oath of office ceremony . Senate President Pro Tempore Robert D. Garton , R-Columbus , said he 'll miss the governor 's civility most . -0 2414757 2414471 For the first time starting Thursday , all four pages of the Constitution will be on view instead of just the first and last pages . And for the first time , all four pages of the Constitution will be on permanent display . -1 173875 173602 Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen has strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened . Japan 's Finance Minister Masajuro Shiokawa said the yen had strengthened too much but declined to comment on whether Japan had intervened in the market to stem the yen 's rise . -0 2005797 2005527 The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate province in North America because of last week 's actions . The American Anglican Council , which represents Episcopalian conservatives , said it will seek authorization to create a separate group in North America . -1 1801 886 The S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes recorded their third straight week of gains . Both the S & P 500 and the Nasdaq indexes have scored three straight weeks of gains . -1 786528 786557 Two years later , the insurance coverage would begin . Under the agreement , Medicare coverage for drug benefits would begin in 2006 . -1 720580 720648 He said there were complex reasons for the increased numbers of cases and scientists were only just beginning to understand the risk factors . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . -1 2688423 2688373 After all , China isn 't racing anyoneso there 's no great rush , " Clark said . After all , China isn ’ t racing anyone … so there ’ s no great rush , ” Clark said . -1 2661769 2661835 Additionally , the new Server Admin tool is intended to make it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the services built into Panther Server . In addition , Apple 's new Server Admin tool makes it easy for system administrators to set up , manage and monitor the complete set of services built into Panther Server . -1 2033467 2033490 Furthermore , Bremer estimated that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al-Islam have slipped back into the country since May 1 . Furthermore , Mr Bremer said that as many as 200 operatives from the extremist group Ansar al Islam had slipped back into the country since May 1 . -1 61572 61769 Holders of paper bonds will be able , though not required , to convert to electronic accounts . Beginning sometime next year , holders of existing paper bonds will be encouraged to exchange them for electronic versions . -1 1450152 1450239 Labor 's Julia Gillard said it was a " major failure of coastal surveillance " . Opposition politicians have described it as a " major failure in coastal surveillance " . -1 1767158 1767363 The suspected militants ambushed the convoy Saturday near the town of Spinboldak , said U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge . The suspected militants ambushed the convoy near the town of Spinboldak , U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Douglas Lefforge said Sunday , a day after the attack . -1 957369 957420 She has also signed a contract with Random House to write two books . Pauley also announced Thursday that she has struck a deal with Random House to pen two books . -0 969513 969672 The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC declined 25.78 points , or 1.56 percent , to 1,627.84 . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 . -0 633745 633767 The Standard & Poor 's 500 index rose 11.67 , or 1.2 percent , to 975.26 , having risen 3.3 percent last week . The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > was up 9.05 points , or 0.94 percent , at 972.64 . -1 59595 59553 The retailer said it came to the decision after hearing the opinions of customers and associates . The decision came after " listening to our customers and associates , " Melissa Berryhill , a spokeswoman for Wal-Mart , said . -1 953483 953746 Analysts attributed the increase in part to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . WCOEQ.PK and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target . Analysts attributed its rise to negative news from bankrupt competitor WorldCom Inc . < WCOEQ.PK > and talk that AT & T could be a takeover target , among other factors . -0 2198624 2198903 The NEA report , the " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas . The NEA report , " Status of the American Public School Teacher , " aims to help education groups shape their agendas and mold the country 's image of teachers . -1 774533 774306 Paul Themba Nyathi , an MDC spokesman , said the Avenues Clinic was being targeted because it was treating opposition supporters . MDC spokesperson Paul Themba Nyathi said the Avenues Clinic was targeted because it was handling opposition supporters . -1 1057546 1057424 Federal Judge William Barbour said Tuesday he imposed the maximum sentence because Avants showed no remorse in the brutal slaying . U.S. District Judge William Barbour said he imposed the maximum because Avants showed no remorse . -1 453219 453181 " These are dark days for our industry , " Giovanni Bisignani , director general of the Geneva-based organization , said in a statement . " These are dark days for our industry , " the Geneva-based International Air Transport Association 's Director-General Giovanni Bisignani said . -0 2147554 2147520 US Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline , which transports crude from Colombia 's second-biggest oil field . U.S. Special Forces troops are training Colombian soldiers at military bases in the region to protect the pipeline . -0 2054430 2054818 Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , argued that the freeze is for only a few months . Rep. Dan Gelber , D-Miami Beach , said the bill won 't freeze rates as its supporters claim . -1 863474 863505 She was the only woman in her unit and a member of Teamsters Local 995 . She was the only woman employed as a warehouse worker and heavy equipment operator and the only woman in her Teamsters local . -1 2962749 2962720 After consulting with experts , he said he was advised a delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family . Experts say the delay will give Luna his best chance of reuniting with " L " Pod , his family , Thibault said . -0 1281485 1281634 Analysts have estimated that Vivendi Uni could fetch $ 12 billion- $ 14 billion for VUE . Analysts have estimated that the two networks could fetch as much as $ 7 billion . -1 1396360 1396347 Microsoft favors setting up " independent e-mail trust authorities to establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " Gates says he wants to see " independent e-mail trust authorities " who " establish and maintain commercial email guidelines , certify senders who follow the guidelines , and resolve customer disputes . " -1 720493 720648 " The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and we are only just beginning to understand the risk factors , " he said . However , he said , The reasons behind the increase in incidence are more complex and were just beginning to understand the risk factors . -1 2228681 2228695 The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was reprinted this week on the website http : / / www.smokinggun.com. The interview , which also focuses on Schwarzenegger 's training routines and prowess as a bodybuilder , was re-printed this week on the Web Site www.thesmokinggun.com. -1 487240 487102 Trevor Fetter , who returned to Tenet as president last November , has been appointed as acting CEO , the company said . The board has appointed Trevor Fetter , who returned to the company as president last November , as acting CEO . -1 1469341 1469352 The Fox Movie Channel has banned Charlie Chan . Charlie Chan is off the case for the Fox Movie Channel . -1 3052786 3052810 The 3 { hours of recordings include conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . Among them are conversations between police , firefighters and other emergency workers , as well as media inquiries . -0 1607481 1607344 Germans account for more than 40 percent of foreign visitors coming to Italy . Germans represent more than a quarter of all foreign visitors to Italy and 40 percent of hotel bookings . -1 3021663 3021933 Muhammad and fellow sniper suspect Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . Mr. Muhammad , 42 , and 18-year-old Lee Boyd Malvo , who goes on trial separately Nov. 10 , were arrested Oct. 24 , 2002 , at a Maryland highway rest stop . -1 3058389 3058484 Thursday , Mr. Romanow called it an offence to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . Yesterday , Mr. Romanow said it was an affront to democracy to not implement a council that so many Canadians support . -1 1279583 1279615 " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize , " said Chief Financial Officer Robert Rivet . " The anticipated global sales improvement in the month of June did not materialize as we had anticipated , " the company said . -1 1571093 1571028 Feelings about current business conditions improved substantially from the first quarter , jumping from 40 to 55 . Assessment of current business conditions improved substantially , the Conference Board said , jumping to 55 from 40 in the first quarter . -1 2980386 2980142 U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said the incident resulted from " two staff members bringing in Halloween costumes . " U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said ``two staff members bringing in Halloween costumes ' ' were responsible . -1 2063589 2063578 The company reported that it terminated Sequent 's Unix contract for improper transfer of source code and development methods into Linux . SCO said it terminated Sequent 's contract due to improper transfer of the company 's source code and development methods into Linux . -1 487738 487702 Investors are taking heed of the latest warning from Japan 's top financial diplomat Zembei Mizoguchi that Japan would act to prevent excessive swings in rates . Investors kept in mind Tuesday 's warning from Japan 's top financial diplomat Zembei Mizoguchi that Japan would act to prevent excessive swings in currency rates . -0 1850317 1850031 Mr McDevitt has been granted control of three crucial aspects of policing in the Solomons . Mr McDevitt has been granted control of three aspects of policing by Commissioner William Morrell . -0 1050636 1050722 In 2002 , Linksys overtook Cisco Systems as the leading wireless equipment vendor , accounting for 14.1 percent of revenue . Rolfe said Linksys overtook Cisco Systems last year as the leading supplier of WLAN equipment . -0 613592 613574 RT Jones analyst Juli Niemann said Grant was " the one we were all pulling for . He has a very good reputation , " RT Jones analyst Juli Niemann said of Grant . -1 62256 62268 The layoffs at Eddie Bauer headquarters were dispersed across the company and at all levels , spokeswoman Lisa Erickson said . The eliminations at Eddie Bauer come at all divisions and levels of the company , said Eddie Bauer spokeswoman Lisa Erickson . -1 378653 378621 Mr Martin said the company is " cautiously optimistic regarding some improvement in sales and operating performance trends in the second half of 2003 " . We are cautiously optimistic regarding some improvement in sales and operating performance trends in the second half of 2003 . " -1 1037500 1037399 " It was one of the first times in my life that I felt we were truly being treated as Americans , ' ' she said . " It was one of the few times in my life when I felt that we were truly being treated as Americans . " -1 552386 552172 " Please , keep doing your homework , " said Bavelier , the mother of three . " Please , keep doing your homework , " said Bavelier , the mother of 6-year-old twins and a 2-year old . -1 2936214 2936069 While Mr. Qurei is widely respected and has a long history of negotiating with the Israelis , he cannot expect such a warm welcome . While Qureia is respected and has a history of negotiating with the Israelis , a warm welcome is not expected . -1 1633651 1633682 " Nobody wants to go to war with anybody about anything ... it 's always very much a last resort thing and one to be avoided , " Mr Howard told Sydney radio . " We don 't want to go to war with anybody . . . it 's always very much a last resort , and one to be avoided . -1 3285516 3285301 " The message is : If an individual is thinking of getting a flu shot , they shouldn 't wait . " The message to the public is : If you are thinking of getting a flu shot , don 't wait any longer , " he said . " -1 1628068 1628145 Gilroy police and FBI agents described Gehring as cooperative , but said Saturday that he had revealed nothing about what had happened to the children . Saturday , officials in California described Gehring as cooperative — but said he has revealed nothing about what has happened to the children . -1 2436811 2436865 Knox County Health Department is following national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Protocol to contain infection . The health department spokesperson added the department is following Centers for Disease Control protocol . -1 749248 749566 The new rules will allow a single company to own TV stations that reach 45 percent of U.S. households instead of the old 35 percent . The changed national ownership limit allows a company to own TV stations reaching 45 percent of U.S. households instead of 35 percent . -1 1620264 1620507 " At this point , Mr. Brando announced : ' Somebody ought to put a bullet ' " through her head , the motion continued . Brando said that " somebody ought to put a bullet " through her head , according to the defense . -0 1848001 1848224 Martin , 58 , will be freed today after serving two thirds of his five-year sentence for the manslaughter of 16-year-old Fred Barras . Martin served two thirds of a five-year sentence for the manslaughter of Barras and for wounding Fearon . -1 747160 747144 " We have concluded that the outlook for price stability over the medium term has improved significantly since our last decision to lower interest rates , " Duisenberg said . In a statement , the ECB said the outlook for price stability over the medium term had " improved significantly " since its last decision to lower interest rates in March . -1 2539933 2539850 The notification was first reported Friday by MSNBC . MSNBC.com first reported the CIA request on Friday . -0 453575 453448 The 30-year bond US30YT = RR rose 22 / 32 for a yield of 4.31 percent , versus 4.35 percent at Wednesday 's close . The 30-year bond US30YT = RR grew 1-3 / 32 for a yield of 4.30 percent , down from 4.35 percent late Wednesday . diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml deleted file mode 100644 index 4aa23c25b2..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_advisor.yml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,24 +0,0 @@ -# this is configuration for using NNI built-in advisors -authorName: default -experimentName: bert_adl -trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 24h -maxTrialNum: 36 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.120 -trainingServicePlatform: adl -searchSpacePath: search_space.json -useAnnotation: false -advisor: - builtinAdvisorName: BOHB - classArgs: - optimize_mode: maximize -trial: - command: python3 /root/examples/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py - codeDir: . - gpuNum: 1 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test-bert - imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecret - checkpoint: - storageClass: aws-efs - storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuner.yml b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuner.yml deleted file mode 100644 index abb8ac166d..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuner.yml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,25 +0,0 @@ -# this is configuration for using NNI built-in tuners -authorName: default -experimentName: bert_adl -trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 24h -maxTrialNum: 36 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.120 -trainingServicePlatform: adl -searchSpacePath: search_space.json -useAnnotation: false -tuner: - #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner - builtinTunerName: TPE - classArgs: - optimize_mode: maximize -trial: - command: python3 /root/examples/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py - codeDir: . - gpuNum: 1 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test-bert - imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecret - checkpoint: - storageClass: aws-efs - storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuun.yml b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuun.yml deleted file mode 100644 index 8afd96ab71..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/config_adl_tuun.yml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,57 +0,0 @@ -# this is configuration for using TUUN tuner -authorName: default -experimentName: bert_adl -trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 24h -maxTrialNum: 30 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.120 -trainingServicePlatform: adl -searchSpacePath: search_space.json -useAnnotation: false -tuner: - codeDir: /home/zeya.wang/ers/tuun/tuun-dev/tuun - classFileName: nni_tuner.py - className: TuunTuner - # Any parameter need to pass to your tuner class __init__ constructor - # can be specified in this optional classArgs field, for example - classArgs: - tuun_config: { - 'seed': 11, - 'model_config': { - 'name': 'simpleproductkernelgp', - 'ls': 3.0, - 'alpha': 1.5, - 'sigma': 1e-5, - 'domain_spec': ['list', 'real'], - }, - 'acqfunction_config': {'name': 'default', 'acq_str': 'ucb', 'n_gen': 500}, - 'acqoptimizer_config': { - 'name': 'product', - 'n_iter_bcd': 3, - 'n_init_rs': 3, - 'pao_config_list': [ - {'name': 'default'}, - {'name': 'cobyla', 'init_str': 'init_opt'}, - ], - }, - 'domain_config': { - 'name': 'product', - 'dom_config_list': [ - {'name': 'list', 'domain_list': ["bert-base-uncased", "bert-base-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-uncased", "bert-base-chinese"]}, - {'name': 'real', 'min_max': [[1e-5, 5e-4]]}, - ], - }, - } - - - -trial: - command: python3 /root/examples/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py - codeDir: . - gpuNum: 1 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test-bert - imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecret - checkpoint: - storageClass: aws-efs - storageSize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py deleted file mode 100644 index c67d5643e7..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,711 +0,0 @@ -# coding=utf-8 -# Copyright 2018 The Google AI Language Team Authors and The HugginFace Inc. team. -# -# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); -# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. -# You may obtain a copy of the License at -# -# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 -# -# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software -# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, -# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. -# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and -# limitations under the License. -"""BERT finetuning runner.""" - -from __future__ import absolute_import -from __future__ import division -from __future__ import print_function - -import csv -import os -import logging -import argparse -import random -from tqdm import tqdm, trange -import numpy as np -import torch -from torch.utils.data import TensorDataset, DataLoader, RandomSampler, SequentialSampler -from torch.utils.data.distributed import DistributedSampler -from pytorch_pretrained_bert import BertConfig -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.tokenization import BertTokenizer -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.modeling import BertForSequenceClassification -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.optimization import BertAdam -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.file_utils import PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE -import adaptdl.torch as adl -import adaptdl -from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter -from torch import optim -from torchnlp.datasets import imdb_dataset -import nni - -IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 - - -logging.basicConfig(format = '%(asctime)s - %(levelname)s - %(name)s - %(message)s', - datefmt = '%m/%d/%Y %H:%M:%S', - level = logging.INFO) -logger = logging.getLogger(__name__) - - -class InputExample(object): - """A single training/test example for simple sequence classification.""" - - def __init__(self, guid, text_a, text_b=None, label=None): - """Constructs a InputExample. - - Args: - guid: Unique id for the example. - text_a: string. The untokenized text of the first sequence. For single - sequence tasks, only this sequence must be specified. - text_b: (Optional) string. The untokenized text of the second sequence. - Only must be specified for sequence pair tasks. - label: (Optional) string. The label of the example. This should be - specified for train and dev examples, but not for test examples. - """ - self.guid = guid - self.text_a = text_a - self.text_b = text_b - self.label = label - - -class InputFeatures(object): - """A single set of features of data.""" - - def __init__(self, input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_id): - self.input_ids = input_ids - self.input_mask = input_mask - self.segment_ids = segment_ids - self.label_id = label_id - - -class DataProcessor(object): - """Base class for data converters for sequence classification data sets.""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the train set.""" - raise NotImplementedError() - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the dev set.""" - raise NotImplementedError() - - def get_labels(self): - """Gets the list of labels for this data set.""" - raise NotImplementedError() - - @classmethod - def _read_tsv(cls, input_file, quotechar=None): - """Reads a tab separated value file.""" - with open(input_file, "r") as f: - reader = csv.reader(f, delimiter="\t", quotechar=quotechar) - lines = [] - for line in reader: - lines.append(line) - return lines - - -class MrpcProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the MRPC data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - logger.info("LOOKING AT {}".format(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv"))) - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["0", "1"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - if i == 0: - continue - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) - text_a = line[3] - text_b = line[4] - label = line[0] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) - return examples - - -class MnliProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the MultiNLI data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev_matched.tsv")), - "dev_matched") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["contradiction", "entailment", "neutral"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - if i == 0: - continue - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, line[0]) - text_a = line[8] - text_b = line[9] - label = line[-1] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) - return examples - - -class ImdbProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), - train=True), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), - test=True), "dev") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["neg", "pos"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) - text_a = line['text'] - label = line['sentiment'] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) - return examples - -class ColaProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["0", "1"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) - text_a = line[3] - label = line[1] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) - return examples - - -def convert_examples_to_features(examples, label_list, max_seq_length, tokenizer): - """Loads a data file into a list of `InputBatch`s.""" - - label_map = {} - for (i, label) in enumerate(label_list): - label_map[label] = i - - features = [] - for (ex_index, example) in enumerate(examples): - tokens_a = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_a) - - tokens_b = None - if example.text_b: - tokens_b = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_b) - - if tokens_b: - # Modifies `tokens_a` and `tokens_b` in place so that the total - # length is less than the specified length. - # Account for [CLS], [SEP], [SEP] with "- 3" - _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_seq_length - 3) - else: - # Account for [CLS] and [SEP] with "- 2" - if len(tokens_a) > max_seq_length - 2: - tokens_a = tokens_a[0:(max_seq_length - 2)] - - # The convention in BERT is: - # (a) For sequence pairs: - # tokens: [CLS] is this jack ##son ##ville ? [SEP] no it is not . [SEP] - # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 - # (b) For single sequences: - # tokens: [CLS] the dog is hairy . [SEP] - # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 - # - # Where "type_ids" are used to indicate whether this is the first - # sequence or the second sequence. The embedding vectors for `type=0` and - # `type=1` were learned during pre-training and are added to the wordpiece - # embedding vector (and position vector). This is not *strictly* necessary - # since the [SEP] token unambigiously separates the sequences, but it makes - # it easier for the model to learn the concept of sequences. - # - # For classification tasks, the first vector (corresponding to [CLS]) is - # used as as the "sentence vector". Note that this only makes sense because - # the entire model is fine-tuned. - tokens = [] - segment_ids = [] - tokens.append("[CLS]") - segment_ids.append(0) - for token in tokens_a: - tokens.append(token) - segment_ids.append(0) - tokens.append("[SEP]") - segment_ids.append(0) - - if tokens_b: - for token in tokens_b: - tokens.append(token) - segment_ids.append(1) - tokens.append("[SEP]") - segment_ids.append(1) - - input_ids = tokenizer.convert_tokens_to_ids(tokens) - - # The mask has 1 for real tokens and 0 for padding tokens. Only real - # tokens are attended to. - input_mask = [1] * len(input_ids) - - # Zero-pad up to the sequence length. - while len(input_ids) < max_seq_length: - input_ids.append(0) - input_mask.append(0) - segment_ids.append(0) - - assert len(input_ids) == max_seq_length - assert len(input_mask) == max_seq_length - assert len(segment_ids) == max_seq_length - - label_id = label_map[example.label] - features.append( - InputFeatures(input_ids=input_ids, - input_mask=input_mask, - segment_ids=segment_ids, - label_id=label_id)) - return features - - -def _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_length): - """Truncates a sequence pair in place to the maximum length.""" - - # This is a simple heuristic which will always truncate the longer sequence - # one token at a time. This makes more sense than truncating an equal percent - # of tokens from each, since if one sequence is very short then each token - # that's truncated likely contains more information than a longer sequence. - while True: - total_length = len(tokens_a) + len(tokens_b) - if total_length <= max_length: - break - if len(tokens_a) > len(tokens_b): - tokens_a.pop() - else: - tokens_b.pop() - -def accuracy(out, labels): - outputs = np.argmax(out, axis=1) - return np.sum(outputs == labels) - -def copy_optimizer_params_to_model(named_params_model, named_params_optimizer): - """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. - Copy the parameters optimized on CPU/RAM back to the model on GPU - """ - for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): - if name_opti != name_model: - logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) - raise ValueError - param_model.data.copy_(param_opti.data) - -def set_optimizer_params_grad(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model, test_nan=False): - """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. - Copy the gradient of the GPU parameters to the CPU/RAMM copy of the model - """ - is_nan = False - for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): - if name_opti != name_model: - logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) - raise ValueError - if param_model.grad is not None: - if test_nan and torch.isnan(param_model.grad).sum() > 0: - is_nan = True - if param_opti.grad is None: - param_opti.grad = torch.nn.Parameter(param_opti.data.new().resize_(*param_opti.data.size())) - param_opti.grad.data.copy_(param_model.grad.data) - else: - param_opti.grad = None - return is_nan - -def main(params): - - processors = { - "cola": ColaProcessor, - "mnli": MnliProcessor, - "mrpc": MrpcProcessor, - 'imdb': ImdbProcessor, - } - - if params['local_rank'] == -1 or params['no_cuda']: - device = torch.device("cuda" if torch.cuda.is_available() and not params['no_cuda'] else "cpu") - n_gpu = torch.cuda.device_count() - else: - device = torch.device("cuda", params['local_rank']) - n_gpu = 1 - # Initializes the distributed backend which will take care of sychronizing nodes/GPUs - torch.distributed.init_process_group(backend='nccl') - if params['fp16']: - logger.info("16-bits training currently not supported in distributed training") - params['fp16'] = False # (see https://github.com/pytorch/pytorch/pull/13496) - logger.info("device %s n_gpu %d distributed training %r", device, n_gpu, bool(params['local_rank'] != -1)) - - if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] < 1: - raise ValueError("Invalid gradient_accumulation_steps parameter: {}, should be >= 1".format( - params['gradient_accumulation_steps'])) - - params['train_batch_size'] = int(params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps']) - - random.seed(params['seed']) - np.random.seed(params['seed']) - torch.manual_seed(params['seed']) - if n_gpu > 0: - torch.cuda.manual_seed_all(params['seed']) - - if not params['do_train'] and not params['do_eval']: - raise ValueError("At least one of `do_train` or `do_eval` must be True.") - - if os.path.exists(params['output_dir']) and os.listdir(params['output_dir']): - raise ValueError("Output directory ({}) already exists and is not empty.".format(params['output_dir'])) - os.makedirs(params['output_dir'], exist_ok=True) - - task_name = params['task_name'].lower() - - if task_name not in processors: - raise ValueError("Task not found: %s" % (task_name)) - - processor = processors[task_name]() - label_list = processor.get_labels() - - tokenizer = BertTokenizer.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], do_lower_case=params['do_lower_case']) - - train_examples = None - num_train_steps = None - if params['do_train']: - train_examples = processor.get_train_examples(params['data_dir']) - num_train_steps = int( - len(train_examples) / params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] * params['num_train_epochs']) - - # Prepare model - model = BertForSequenceClassification.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], - cache_dir=PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE / 'distributed_{}'.format(params['local_rank']), num_labels=2) - if params['fp16']: - model.half() - model.to(device) - if params['local_rank'] != -1: - model = torch.nn.parallel.DistributedDataParallel(model, device_ids=[params['local_rank']], - output_device=params['local_rank']) - elif n_gpu > 1: - model = torch.nn.DataParallel(model) - - # Prepare optimizer - if params['fp16']: - param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').float().requires_grad_()) \ - for n, param in model.named_parameters()] - elif params['optimize_on_cpu']: - param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').requires_grad_()) \ - for n, param in model.named_parameters()] - else: - param_optimizer = list(model.named_parameters()) - no_decay = ['bias', 'gamma', 'beta'] - optimizer_grouped_parameters = [ - {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if not any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.01}, - {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.0} - ] - t_total = num_train_steps - if params['local_rank'] != -1: - t_total = t_total // torch.distributed.get_world_size() - optimizer = BertAdam(optimizer_grouped_parameters, - lr=params['learning_rate'], - warmup=params['warmup_proportion'], - t_total=t_total) - adl.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() - else "gloo") - model = adl.AdaptiveDataParallel(model, optimizer) - - tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( - os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), - os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") - ) - - - writer = SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) - global_step = 0 - if params['do_train']: - train_features = convert_examples_to_features( - train_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) - logger.info("***** Running training *****") - logger.info(" Num examples = %d", len(train_examples)) - logger.info(" Batch size = %d", params['train_batch_size']) - logger.info(" Num steps = %d", num_train_steps) - all_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - all_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - all_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - all_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - train_data = TensorDataset(all_input_ids, all_input_mask, all_segment_ids, all_label_ids) - if params['local_rank'] == -1: - train_sampler = RandomSampler(train_data) - else: - train_sampler = DistributedSampler(train_data) - train_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(train_data, batch_size=params['train_batch_size'], shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) - if params['autoscale_bsz']: - train_dataloader.autoscale_batch_size(32*8, local_bsz_bounds=(8, 64)) - - if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): - eval_examples = processor.get_dev_examples(params['data_dir']) - eval_features = convert_examples_to_features( - eval_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) - vall_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - vall_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - vall_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - vall_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - eval_data = TensorDataset(vall_input_ids, vall_input_mask, vall_segment_ids, vall_label_ids) - # Run prediction for full data - eval_sampler = SequentialSampler(eval_data) - eval_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(eval_data, batch_size=params['eval_batch_size']) - - - model.train() - for epoch in adl.remaining_epochs_until(int(params['num_train_epochs'])): - stats_train = adl.Accumulator() - tr_loss = 0 - nb_tr_examples, nb_tr_steps = 0, 0 - for step, batch in enumerate(tqdm(train_dataloader, desc="Iteration")): - batch = tuple(t.to(device) for t in batch) - input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids = batch - loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) - if n_gpu > 1: - loss = loss.mean() # mean() to average on multi-gpu. - if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: - # rescale loss for fp16 training - # see https://docs.nvidia.com/deeplearning/sdk/mixed-precision-training/index.html - loss = loss * params['loss_scale'] - if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] > 1: - loss = loss / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] - loss.backward() - tr_loss += loss.item() - nb_tr_examples += input_ids.size(0) - nb_tr_steps += 1 - if (step + 1) % params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] == 0: - if params['fp16'] or params['optimize_on_cpu']: - if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: - # scale down gradients for fp16 training - for param in model.parameters(): - if param.grad is not None: - param.grad.data = param.grad.data / params['loss_scale'] - is_nan = set_optimizer_params_grad(param_optimizer, model.named_parameters(), test_nan=True) - if is_nan: - logger.info("FP16 TRAINING: Nan in gradients, reducing loss scaling") - params['loss_scale'] = params['loss_scale'] / 2 - model.zero_grad() - continue - optimizer.step() - copy_optimizer_params_to_model(model.named_parameters(), param_optimizer) - else: - optimizer.step() - model.zero_grad() - global_step += 1 - - stats_train["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * input_ids.size(0) - stats_train["total"] += input_ids.size(0) - writer.add_scalar("Global_Batchsize", train_dataloader.current_batch_size, epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Config/Gpu", int(adaptdl.env.num_replicas()), epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Config/Node", int(adaptdl.env.num_nodes()), epoch) - - with stats_train.synchronized(): - stats_train["loss_avg"] = stats_train["loss_sum"] / stats_train["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats_train["loss_avg"], epoch) - print("Train:", stats_train) - - if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): - model.eval() - stats_eval = adl.Accumulator() - eval_loss, eval_accuracy = 0, 0 - nb_eval_steps, nb_eval_examples = 0, 0 - for input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids in eval_dataloader: - input_ids = input_ids.to(device) - input_mask = input_mask.to(device) - segment_ids = segment_ids.to(device) - label_ids = label_ids.to(device) - - with torch.no_grad(): - tmp_eval_loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) - logits = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask) - - logits = logits.detach().cpu().numpy() - label_ids = label_ids.to('cpu').numpy() - tmp_eval_accuracy = accuracy(logits, label_ids) - - eval_loss += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() - eval_accuracy += tmp_eval_accuracy - - nb_eval_examples += input_ids.size(0) - nb_eval_steps += 1 - - stats_eval['correct'] += tmp_eval_accuracy - stats_eval['total'] += input_ids.size(0) - stats_eval["loss_sum"] += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() - - eval_loss = eval_loss / nb_eval_steps - eval_accuracy = eval_accuracy / nb_eval_examples - - with stats_eval.synchronized(): - stats_eval["accuracy"] = stats_eval["correct"] / stats_eval["total"] - stats_eval["loss_avg"] = stats_eval["loss_sum"] / stats_eval["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats_eval["accuracy"], epoch) - if IS_CHIEF: - if epoch < params['num_train_epochs']-1: - nni.report_intermediate_result(stats_eval['accuracy'], stats_eval) - logger.debug('evaluation accuracy'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) - logger.debug('Pipe send intermediate result done.') - else: - nni.report_final_result(stats_eval['accuracy']) - logger.debug('Final result is'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) - logger.debug('Send final result done.') - - -def get_params(): - ''' Get parameters from command line ''' - parser = argparse.ArgumentParser() - - ## Required parameters - parser.add_argument("--data_dir", - default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/MRPC', - type=str, - required=False, - help="The input data dir. Should contain the .tsv files (or other data files) for the task.") - parser.add_argument("--bert_model", default='bert-base-uncased', type=str, required=False, - help="Bert pre-trained model selected in the list: bert-base-uncased, " - "bert-large-uncased, bert-base-cased, bert-base-multilingual, bert-base-chinese.") - parser.add_argument("--task_name", - default='MRPC', - type=str, - required=False, - help="The name of the task to train.") - parser.add_argument("--output_dir", - default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/output', - type=str, - required=False, - help="The output directory where the model checkpoints will be written.") - - ## Other parameters - parser.add_argument("--max_seq_length", - default=128, - type=int, - help="The maximum total input sequence length after WordPiece tokenization. \n" - "Sequences longer than this will be truncated, and sequences shorter \n" - "than this will be padded.") - parser.add_argument("--do_train", - default=True, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to run training.") - parser.add_argument("--do_eval", - default=True, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to run eval on the dev set.") - parser.add_argument("--do_lower_case", - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Set this flag if you are using an uncased model.") - parser.add_argument("--train_batch_size", - default=32, - type=int, - help="Total batch size for training.") - parser.add_argument("--eval_batch_size", - default=8, - type=int, - help="Total batch size for eval.") - parser.add_argument("--learning_rate", - default=5e-5, - type=float, - help="The initial learning rate for Adam.") - parser.add_argument("--num_train_epochs", - default=20.0, - type=float, - help="Total number of training epochs to perform.") - parser.add_argument("--warmup_proportion", - default=0.1, - type=float, - help="Proportion of training to perform linear learning rate warmup for. " - "E.g., 0.1 = 10%% of training.") - parser.add_argument("--no_cuda", - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Whether not to use CUDA when available") - parser.add_argument("--local_rank", - type=int, - default=-1, - help="local_rank for distributed training on gpus") - parser.add_argument('--seed', - type=int, - default=42, - help="random seed for initialization") - parser.add_argument('--gradient_accumulation_steps', - type=int, - default=1, - help="Number of updates steps to accumulate before performing a backward/update pass.") - parser.add_argument('--optimize_on_cpu', - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to perform optimization and keep the optimizer averages on CPU") - parser.add_argument('--fp16', - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to use 16-bit float precision instead of 32-bit") - parser.add_argument('--loss_scale', - type=float, default=128, - help='Loss scaling, positive power of 2 values can improve fp16 convergence.') - parser.add_argument("--autoscale_bsz", - default=True, - action='store_true') - - args, _ = parser.parse_known_args() - return args - - -if __name__ == "__main__": - try: - # get parameters form tuner - tuner_params = nni.get_next_parameter() - logger.debug(tuner_params) - params = vars(get_params()) - params.update(tuner_params) - main(params) - except Exception as exception: - logger.exception(exception) - raise diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py deleted file mode 100644 index 5f05f74f95..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/run_classifier_nni_tuun.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,717 +0,0 @@ -# coding=utf-8 -# Copyright 2018 The Google AI Language Team Authors and The HugginFace Inc. team. -# -# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); -# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. -# You may obtain a copy of the License at -# -# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 -# -# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software -# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, -# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. -# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and -# limitations under the License. -"""BERT finetuning runner.""" - -from __future__ import absolute_import -from __future__ import division -from __future__ import print_function - -import csv -import os -import logging -import argparse -import random -from tqdm import tqdm, trange -import numpy as np -import torch -from torch.utils.data import TensorDataset, DataLoader, RandomSampler, SequentialSampler -from torch.utils.data.distributed import DistributedSampler -from pytorch_pretrained_bert import BertConfig -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.tokenization import BertTokenizer -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.modeling import BertForSequenceClassification -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.optimization import BertAdam -from pytorch_pretrained_bert.file_utils import PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE -import adaptdl.torch as adl -import adaptdl -from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter -from torch import optim -from torchnlp.datasets import imdb_dataset -import nni - -IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 - - -logging.basicConfig(format = '%(asctime)s - %(levelname)s - %(name)s - %(message)s', - datefmt = '%m/%d/%Y %H:%M:%S', - level = logging.INFO) -logger = logging.getLogger(__name__) - - -class InputExample(object): - """A single training/test example for simple sequence classification.""" - - def __init__(self, guid, text_a, text_b=None, label=None): - """Constructs a InputExample. - - Args: - guid: Unique id for the example. - text_a: string. The untokenized text of the first sequence. For single - sequence tasks, only this sequence must be specified. - text_b: (Optional) string. The untokenized text of the second sequence. - Only must be specified for sequence pair tasks. - label: (Optional) string. The label of the example. This should be - specified for train and dev examples, but not for test examples. - """ - self.guid = guid - self.text_a = text_a - self.text_b = text_b - self.label = label - - -class InputFeatures(object): - """A single set of features of data.""" - - def __init__(self, input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_id): - self.input_ids = input_ids - self.input_mask = input_mask - self.segment_ids = segment_ids - self.label_id = label_id - - -class DataProcessor(object): - """Base class for data converters for sequence classification data sets.""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the train set.""" - raise NotImplementedError() - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """Gets a collection of `InputExample`s for the dev set.""" - raise NotImplementedError() - - def get_labels(self): - """Gets the list of labels for this data set.""" - raise NotImplementedError() - - @classmethod - def _read_tsv(cls, input_file, quotechar=None): - """Reads a tab separated value file.""" - with open(input_file, "r") as f: - reader = csv.reader(f, delimiter="\t", quotechar=quotechar) - lines = [] - for line in reader: - lines.append(line) - return lines - - -class MrpcProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the MRPC data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - logger.info("LOOKING AT {}".format(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv"))) - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["0", "1"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - if i == 0: - continue - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) - text_a = line[3] - text_b = line[4] - label = line[0] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) - return examples - - -class MnliProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the MultiNLI data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev_matched.tsv")), - "dev_matched") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["contradiction", "entailment", "neutral"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - if i == 0: - continue - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, line[0]) - text_a = line[8] - text_b = line[9] - label = line[-1] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=text_b, label=label)) - return examples - - -class ImdbProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), - train=True), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples(imdb_dataset(directory=adaptdl.env.share_path(), - test=True), "dev") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["neg", "pos"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) - text_a = line['text'] - label = line['sentiment'] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) - return examples - -class ColaProcessor(DataProcessor): - """Processor for the CoLA data set (GLUE version).""" - - def get_train_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "train.tsv")), "train") - - def get_dev_examples(self, data_dir): - """See base class.""" - return self._create_examples( - self._read_tsv(os.path.join(data_dir, "dev.tsv")), "dev") - - def get_labels(self): - """See base class.""" - return ["0", "1"] - - def _create_examples(self, lines, set_type): - """Creates examples for the training and dev sets.""" - examples = [] - for (i, line) in enumerate(lines): - guid = "%s-%s" % (set_type, i) - text_a = line[3] - label = line[1] - examples.append( - InputExample(guid=guid, text_a=text_a, text_b=None, label=label)) - return examples - - -def convert_examples_to_features(examples, label_list, max_seq_length, tokenizer): - """Loads a data file into a list of `InputBatch`s.""" - - label_map = {} - for (i, label) in enumerate(label_list): - label_map[label] = i - - features = [] - for (ex_index, example) in enumerate(examples): - tokens_a = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_a) - - tokens_b = None - if example.text_b: - tokens_b = tokenizer.tokenize(example.text_b) - - if tokens_b: - # Modifies `tokens_a` and `tokens_b` in place so that the total - # length is less than the specified length. - # Account for [CLS], [SEP], [SEP] with "- 3" - _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_seq_length - 3) - else: - # Account for [CLS] and [SEP] with "- 2" - if len(tokens_a) > max_seq_length - 2: - tokens_a = tokens_a[0:(max_seq_length - 2)] - - # The convention in BERT is: - # (a) For sequence pairs: - # tokens: [CLS] is this jack ##son ##ville ? [SEP] no it is not . [SEP] - # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 - # (b) For single sequences: - # tokens: [CLS] the dog is hairy . [SEP] - # type_ids: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 - # - # Where "type_ids" are used to indicate whether this is the first - # sequence or the second sequence. The embedding vectors for `type=0` and - # `type=1` were learned during pre-training and are added to the wordpiece - # embedding vector (and position vector). This is not *strictly* necessary - # since the [SEP] token unambigiously separates the sequences, but it makes - # it easier for the model to learn the concept of sequences. - # - # For classification tasks, the first vector (corresponding to [CLS]) is - # used as as the "sentence vector". Note that this only makes sense because - # the entire model is fine-tuned. - tokens = [] - segment_ids = [] - tokens.append("[CLS]") - segment_ids.append(0) - for token in tokens_a: - tokens.append(token) - segment_ids.append(0) - tokens.append("[SEP]") - segment_ids.append(0) - - if tokens_b: - for token in tokens_b: - tokens.append(token) - segment_ids.append(1) - tokens.append("[SEP]") - segment_ids.append(1) - - input_ids = tokenizer.convert_tokens_to_ids(tokens) - - # The mask has 1 for real tokens and 0 for padding tokens. Only real - # tokens are attended to. - input_mask = [1] * len(input_ids) - - # Zero-pad up to the sequence length. - while len(input_ids) < max_seq_length: - input_ids.append(0) - input_mask.append(0) - segment_ids.append(0) - - assert len(input_ids) == max_seq_length - assert len(input_mask) == max_seq_length - assert len(segment_ids) == max_seq_length - - label_id = label_map[example.label] - features.append( - InputFeatures(input_ids=input_ids, - input_mask=input_mask, - segment_ids=segment_ids, - label_id=label_id)) - return features - - -def _truncate_seq_pair(tokens_a, tokens_b, max_length): - """Truncates a sequence pair in place to the maximum length.""" - - # This is a simple heuristic which will always truncate the longer sequence - # one token at a time. This makes more sense than truncating an equal percent - # of tokens from each, since if one sequence is very short then each token - # that's truncated likely contains more information than a longer sequence. - while True: - total_length = len(tokens_a) + len(tokens_b) - if total_length <= max_length: - break - if len(tokens_a) > len(tokens_b): - tokens_a.pop() - else: - tokens_b.pop() - -def accuracy(out, labels): - outputs = np.argmax(out, axis=1) - return np.sum(outputs == labels) - -def copy_optimizer_params_to_model(named_params_model, named_params_optimizer): - """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. - Copy the parameters optimized on CPU/RAM back to the model on GPU - """ - for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): - if name_opti != name_model: - logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) - raise ValueError - param_model.data.copy_(param_opti.data) - -def set_optimizer_params_grad(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model, test_nan=False): - """ Utility function for optimize_on_cpu and 16-bits training. - Copy the gradient of the GPU parameters to the CPU/RAMM copy of the model - """ - is_nan = False - for (name_opti, param_opti), (name_model, param_model) in zip(named_params_optimizer, named_params_model): - if name_opti != name_model: - logger.error("name_opti != name_model: {} {}".format(name_opti, name_model)) - raise ValueError - if param_model.grad is not None: - if test_nan and torch.isnan(param_model.grad).sum() > 0: - is_nan = True - if param_opti.grad is None: - param_opti.grad = torch.nn.Parameter(param_opti.data.new().resize_(*param_opti.data.size())) - param_opti.grad.data.copy_(param_model.grad.data) - else: - param_opti.grad = None - return is_nan - -def main(params): - - processors = { - "cola": ColaProcessor, - "mnli": MnliProcessor, - "mrpc": MrpcProcessor, - 'imdb': ImdbProcessor, - } - - if params['local_rank'] == -1 or params['no_cuda']: - device = torch.device("cuda" if torch.cuda.is_available() and not params['no_cuda'] else "cpu") - n_gpu = torch.cuda.device_count() - else: - device = torch.device("cuda", params['local_rank']) - n_gpu = 1 - # Initializes the distributed backend which will take care of sychronizing nodes/GPUs - torch.distributed.init_process_group(backend='nccl') - if params['fp16']: - logger.info("16-bits training currently not supported in distributed training") - params['fp16'] = False # (see https://github.com/pytorch/pytorch/pull/13496) - logger.info("device %s n_gpu %d distributed training %r", device, n_gpu, bool(params['local_rank'] != -1)) - - if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] < 1: - raise ValueError("Invalid gradient_accumulation_steps parameter: {}, should be >= 1".format( - params['gradient_accumulation_steps'])) - - params['train_batch_size'] = int(params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps']) - - random.seed(params['seed']) - np.random.seed(params['seed']) - torch.manual_seed(params['seed']) - if n_gpu > 0: - torch.cuda.manual_seed_all(params['seed']) - - if not params['do_train'] and not params['do_eval']: - raise ValueError("At least one of `do_train` or `do_eval` must be True.") - - if os.path.exists(params['output_dir']) and os.listdir(params['output_dir']): - raise ValueError("Output directory ({}) already exists and is not empty.".format(params['output_dir'])) - os.makedirs(params['output_dir'], exist_ok=True) - - task_name = params['task_name'].lower() - - if task_name not in processors: - raise ValueError("Task not found: %s" % (task_name)) - - processor = processors[task_name]() - label_list = processor.get_labels() - - tokenizer = BertTokenizer.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], do_lower_case=params['do_lower_case']) - - train_examples = None - num_train_steps = None - if params['do_train']: - train_examples = processor.get_train_examples(params['data_dir']) - num_train_steps = int( - len(train_examples) / params['train_batch_size'] / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] * params['num_train_epochs']) - - # Prepare model - model = BertForSequenceClassification.from_pretrained(params['bert_model'], - cache_dir=PYTORCH_PRETRAINED_BERT_CACHE / 'distributed_{}'.format(params['local_rank']), num_labels=2) - if params['fp16']: - model.half() - model.to(device) - if params['local_rank'] != -1: - model = torch.nn.parallel.DistributedDataParallel(model, device_ids=[params['local_rank']], - output_device=params['local_rank']) - elif n_gpu > 1: - model = torch.nn.DataParallel(model) - - # Prepare optimizer - if params['fp16']: - param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').float().requires_grad_()) \ - for n, param in model.named_parameters()] - elif params['optimize_on_cpu']: - param_optimizer = [(n, param.clone().detach().to('cpu').requires_grad_()) \ - for n, param in model.named_parameters()] - else: - param_optimizer = list(model.named_parameters()) - no_decay = ['bias', 'gamma', 'beta'] - optimizer_grouped_parameters = [ - {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if not any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.01}, - {'params': [p for n, p in param_optimizer if any(nd in n for nd in no_decay)], 'weight_decay_rate': 0.0} - ] - t_total = num_train_steps - if params['local_rank'] != -1: - t_total = t_total // torch.distributed.get_world_size() - optimizer = BertAdam(optimizer_grouped_parameters, - lr=params['learning_rate'], - warmup=params['warmup_proportion'], - t_total=t_total) - adl.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() - else "gloo") - model = adl.AdaptiveDataParallel(model, optimizer) - - tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( - os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), - os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") - ) - - - writer = SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) - global_step = 0 - if params['do_train']: - train_features = convert_examples_to_features( - train_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) - logger.info("***** Running training *****") - logger.info(" Num examples = %d", len(train_examples)) - logger.info(" Batch size = %d", params['train_batch_size']) - logger.info(" Num steps = %d", num_train_steps) - all_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - all_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - all_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - all_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in train_features], dtype=torch.long) - train_data = TensorDataset(all_input_ids, all_input_mask, all_segment_ids, all_label_ids) - if params['local_rank'] == -1: - train_sampler = RandomSampler(train_data) - else: - train_sampler = DistributedSampler(train_data) - train_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(train_data, batch_size=params['train_batch_size'], shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) - if params['autoscale_bsz']: - train_dataloader.autoscale_batch_size(32*8, local_bsz_bounds=(8, 64)) - - if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): - eval_examples = processor.get_dev_examples(params['data_dir']) - eval_features = convert_examples_to_features( - eval_examples, label_list, params['max_seq_length'], tokenizer) - vall_input_ids = torch.tensor([f.input_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - vall_input_mask = torch.tensor([f.input_mask for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - vall_segment_ids = torch.tensor([f.segment_ids for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - vall_label_ids = torch.tensor([f.label_id for f in eval_features], dtype=torch.long) - eval_data = TensorDataset(vall_input_ids, vall_input_mask, vall_segment_ids, vall_label_ids) - # Run prediction for full data - eval_sampler = SequentialSampler(eval_data) - eval_dataloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(eval_data, batch_size=params['eval_batch_size']) - - - model.train() - for epoch in adl.remaining_epochs_until(int(params['num_train_epochs'])): - stats_train = adl.Accumulator() - tr_loss = 0 - nb_tr_examples, nb_tr_steps = 0, 0 - for step, batch in enumerate(tqdm(train_dataloader, desc="Iteration")): - batch = tuple(t.to(device) for t in batch) - input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids = batch - loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) - if n_gpu > 1: - loss = loss.mean() # mean() to average on multi-gpu. - if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: - # rescale loss for fp16 training - # see https://docs.nvidia.com/deeplearning/sdk/mixed-precision-training/index.html - loss = loss * params['loss_scale'] - if params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] > 1: - loss = loss / params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] - loss.backward() - tr_loss += loss.item() - nb_tr_examples += input_ids.size(0) - nb_tr_steps += 1 - if (step + 1) % params['gradient_accumulation_steps'] == 0: - if params['fp16'] or params['optimize_on_cpu']: - if params['fp16'] and params['loss_scale'] != 1.0: - # scale down gradients for fp16 training - for param in model.parameters(): - if param.grad is not None: - param.grad.data = param.grad.data / params['loss_scale'] - is_nan = set_optimizer_params_grad(param_optimizer, model.named_parameters(), test_nan=True) - if is_nan: - logger.info("FP16 TRAINING: Nan in gradients, reducing loss scaling") - params['loss_scale'] = params['loss_scale'] / 2 - model.zero_grad() - continue - optimizer.step() - copy_optimizer_params_to_model(model.named_parameters(), param_optimizer) - else: - optimizer.step() - model.zero_grad() - global_step += 1 - - stats_train["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * input_ids.size(0) - stats_train["total"] += input_ids.size(0) - writer.add_scalar("Global_Batchsize", train_dataloader.current_batch_size, epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Config/Gpu", int(adaptdl.env.num_replicas()), epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Config/Node", int(adaptdl.env.num_nodes()), epoch) - - with stats_train.synchronized(): - stats_train["loss_avg"] = stats_train["loss_sum"] / stats_train["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats_train["loss_avg"], epoch) - print("Train:", stats_train) - - if params['do_eval'] and (params['local_rank'] == -1 or torch.distributed.get_rank() == 0): - model.eval() - stats_eval = adl.Accumulator() - eval_loss, eval_accuracy = 0, 0 - nb_eval_steps, nb_eval_examples = 0, 0 - for input_ids, input_mask, segment_ids, label_ids in eval_dataloader: - input_ids = input_ids.to(device) - input_mask = input_mask.to(device) - segment_ids = segment_ids.to(device) - label_ids = label_ids.to(device) - - with torch.no_grad(): - tmp_eval_loss = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask, label_ids) - logits = model(input_ids, segment_ids, input_mask) - - logits = logits.detach().cpu().numpy() - label_ids = label_ids.to('cpu').numpy() - tmp_eval_accuracy = accuracy(logits, label_ids) - - eval_loss += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() - eval_accuracy += tmp_eval_accuracy - - nb_eval_examples += input_ids.size(0) - nb_eval_steps += 1 - - stats_eval['correct'] += tmp_eval_accuracy - stats_eval['total'] += input_ids.size(0) - stats_eval["loss_sum"] += tmp_eval_loss.mean().item() - - eval_loss = eval_loss / nb_eval_steps - eval_accuracy = eval_accuracy / nb_eval_examples - - with stats_eval.synchronized(): - stats_eval["accuracy"] = stats_eval["correct"] / stats_eval["total"] - stats_eval["loss_avg"] = stats_eval["loss_sum"] / stats_eval["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats_eval["accuracy"], epoch) - if IS_CHIEF: - if epoch < params['num_train_epochs']-1: - nni.report_intermediate_result(stats_eval['accuracy'], stats_eval) - logger.debug('evaluation accuracy'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) - logger.debug('Pipe send intermediate result done.') - else: - nni.report_final_result(stats_eval['accuracy']) - logger.debug('Final result is'.format(stats_eval['accuracy'])) - logger.debug('Send final result done.') - - -def get_params(): - ''' Get parameters from command line ''' - parser = argparse.ArgumentParser() - - ## Required parameters - parser.add_argument("--data_dir", - default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/MRPC', - type=str, - required=False, - help="The input data dir. Should contain the .tsv files (or other data files) for the task.") - parser.add_argument("--bert_model", default='bert-base-uncased', type=str, required=False, - help="Bert pre-trained model selected in the list: bert-base-uncased, " - "bert-large-uncased, bert-base-cased, bert-base-multilingual, bert-base-chinese.") - parser.add_argument("--task_name", - default='MRPC', - type=str, - required=False, - help="The name of the task to train.") - parser.add_argument("--output_dir", - default='/root/examples/bert-adaptdl/output', - type=str, - required=False, - help="The output directory where the model checkpoints will be written.") - - ## Other parameters - parser.add_argument("--max_seq_length", - default=128, - type=int, - help="The maximum total input sequence length after WordPiece tokenization. \n" - "Sequences longer than this will be truncated, and sequences shorter \n" - "than this will be padded.") - parser.add_argument("--do_train", - default=True, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to run training.") - parser.add_argument("--do_eval", - default=True, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to run eval on the dev set.") - parser.add_argument("--do_lower_case", - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Set this flag if you are using an uncased model.") - parser.add_argument("--train_batch_size", - default=32, - type=int, - help="Total batch size for training.") - parser.add_argument("--eval_batch_size", - default=8, - type=int, - help="Total batch size for eval.") - parser.add_argument("--learning_rate", - default=5e-5, - type=float, - help="The initial learning rate for Adam.") - parser.add_argument("--num_train_epochs", - default=20.0, - type=float, - help="Total number of training epochs to perform.") - parser.add_argument("--warmup_proportion", - default=0.1, - type=float, - help="Proportion of training to perform linear learning rate warmup for. " - "E.g., 0.1 = 10%% of training.") - parser.add_argument("--no_cuda", - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Whether not to use CUDA when available") - parser.add_argument("--local_rank", - type=int, - default=-1, - help="local_rank for distributed training on gpus") - parser.add_argument('--seed', - type=int, - default=42, - help="random seed for initialization") - parser.add_argument('--gradient_accumulation_steps', - type=int, - default=1, - help="Number of updates steps to accumulate before performing a backward/update pass.") - parser.add_argument('--optimize_on_cpu', - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to perform optimization and keep the optimizer averages on CPU") - parser.add_argument('--fp16', - default=False, - action='store_true', - help="Whether to use 16-bit float precision instead of 32-bit") - parser.add_argument('--loss_scale', - type=float, default=128, - help='Loss scaling, positive power of 2 values can improve fp16 convergence.') - parser.add_argument("--autoscale_bsz", - default=True, - action='store_true') - - args, _ = parser.parse_known_args() - return args - - -if __name__ == "__main__": - try: - # get parameters form tuner - tuner_params = nni.get_next_parameter() - logger.debug(tuner_params) - params = vars(get_params()) - print(tuner_params) - hyper_params = tuner_params['suggestion'] - params['bert_model'] = hyper_params[0] - params['learning_rate'] = hyper_params[1][0] - # below for you to add an additional hyperparameter - # params['warmup_proportion'] = hyper_params[2][0] - print(params) - main(params) - except Exception as exception: - logger.exception(exception) - raise diff --git a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/search_space.json b/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/search_space.json deleted file mode 100644 index 6fae5b103b..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/bert-adaptdl/search_space.json +++ /dev/null @@ -1,4 +0,0 @@ -{ - "bert_model":{"_type":"choice","_value":["bert-base-uncased", "bert-base-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-cased", "bert-base-multilingual-uncased", "bert-base-chinese"]}, - "learning_rate":{"_type":"uniform","_value":[1e-5, 1e-4]} -} diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml deleted file mode 100644 index 94ee06ad78..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,26 +0,0 @@ -authorName: default -experimentName: cifar_adl -trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 3h -maxTrialNum: 10 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.69 -trainingServicePlatform: adl -searchSpacePath: search_space_demo.json -useAnnotation: false -tuner: - builtinTunerName: TPE - classArgs: - optimize_mode: minimize -trial: - command: python3 /root/apps/pytorch-cifar/main_nni.py - codeDir: . - gpuNum: 1 - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-nni-cifar-1.8 - imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecret - adaptive: true - checkpoint: - storageClass: dfs - storageSize: 1Gi - cpuNum: 1 - memorySize: 1Gi \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py deleted file mode 100644 index 4b7b8e97c2..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/main_nni.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,177 +0,0 @@ -# Copyright 2020 Petuum, Inc. All Rights Reserved. -# -# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); -# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. -# You may obtain a copy of the License at -# -# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 -# -# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software -# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, -# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. -# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and -# limitations under the License. - - -'''Train CIFAR10 with PyTorch.''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.optim as optim -import torch.nn.functional as F -import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn - -import torchvision -import torchvision.transforms as transforms - -import os -import argparse - -from models import * - -import adaptdl -import adaptdl.torch as et - -from torch.optim.lr_scheduler import MultiStepLR -from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter - -import nni - -IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 - - -parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(description='PyTorch CIFAR10 Training') -parser.add_argument('--bs', default=128, type=int, help='batch size') -parser.add_argument('--lr', default=0.1, type=float, help='learning rate') -parser.add_argument('--epochs', default=30, type=int, help='number of epochs') -parser.add_argument('--model', default='ResNet18', type=str, help='model') -# TODO(tairui): change this back later -# parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=False, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') -parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=True, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') -args = parser.parse_args() - -# load the parameters from nni -RCV_CONFIG = nni.get_next_parameter() -args.lr = RCV_CONFIG["lr"] - -device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' - -# Data -print('==> Preparing data..') -transform_train = transforms.Compose([ - transforms.RandomCrop(32, padding=4), - transforms.RandomHorizontalFlip(), - transforms.ToTensor(), - transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), -]) - -transform_test = transforms.Compose([ - transforms.ToTensor(), - transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), -]) - -trainset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=True, download=True, transform=transform_train) -trainloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(trainset, batch_size=args.bs, shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) - -if args.autoscale_bsz: - trainloader.autoscale_batch_size(4096, local_bsz_bounds=(32, 1024)) - -validset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.get_share_dir(), train=False, download=False, transform=transform_test) -validloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(validset, batch_size=100, shuffle=False, num_workers=2) - -# Model -print('==> Building model..') -net = eval(args.model)() -# net = VGG('VGG19') -# net = ResNet18() -# net = PreActResNet18() -# net = GoogLeNet() -# net = DenseNet121() -# net = ResNeXt29_2x64d() -# net = MobileNet() -# net = MobileNetV2() -# net = DPN92() -# net = ShuffleNetG2() -# net = SENet18() -# net = ShuffleNetV2(1) -net = net.to(device) -if device == 'cuda': - cudnn.benchmark = True - -criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() -optimizer = optim.SGD([{"params": [param]} for param in net.parameters()], - lr=args.lr, momentum=0.9, weight_decay=5e-4) -lr_scheduler = MultiStepLR(optimizer, [30, 45], 0.1) - -adaptdl.torch.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() - else "gloo") -net = et.ElasticDataParallel(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) - -# Training -def train(epoch): - print('\nEpoch: %d' % epoch) - net.train() - stats = et.Accumulator() - for inputs, targets in trainloader: - inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) - optimizer.zero_grad() - outputs = net(inputs) - loss = criterion(outputs, targets) - loss.backward() - optimizer.step() - - stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) - _, predicted = outputs.max(1) - stats["total"] += targets.size(0) - stats["correct"] += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() - - writer.add_scalar("Throughput/Gain", net.gain, epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Throughput/Global_Batchsize", - trainloader.current_batch_size, epoch) - - with stats.synchronized(): - stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] - stats["accuracy"] = stats["correct"] / stats["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Train", stats["accuracy"], epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Config/Gpu", int(adaptdl._env.num_replicas()), epoch) - print("Train:", stats) - -def valid(epoch): - net.eval() - stats = et.Accumulator() - with torch.no_grad(): - for inputs, targets in validloader: - inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) - outputs = net(inputs) - loss = criterion(outputs, targets) - - stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) - _, predicted = outputs.max(1) - stats["total"] += targets.size(0) - stats["correct"] += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() - - with stats.synchronized(): - stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] - stats["accuracy"] = stats["correct"] / stats["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Loss/Valid", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) - writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats["accuracy"], epoch) - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_intermediate_result(stats["loss_avg"], stats) - print("Valid:", stats) - return stats["loss_avg"] - - - -tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( - os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), - os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") -) -if not os.path.exists(tensorboard_dir): - os.makedirs(tensorboard_dir) -with SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) as writer: - for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(args.epochs): - train(epoch) - avg_loss = valid(epoch) - lr_scheduler.step() - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_final_result(avg_loss) diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py deleted file mode 100644 index 8778939032..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/__init__.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,14 +0,0 @@ -from .vgg import * -from .dpn import * -from .lenet import * -from .senet import * -from .pnasnet import * -from .densenet import * -from .googlenet import * -from .shufflenet import * -from .shufflenetv2 import * -from .resnet import * -from .resnext import * -from .preact_resnet import * -from .mobilenet import * -from .mobilenetv2 import * diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py deleted file mode 100644 index 47ebbbe08e..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/densenet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,107 +0,0 @@ -'''DenseNet in PyTorch.''' -import math - -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class Bottleneck(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, growth_rate): - super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, 4*growth_rate, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(4*growth_rate) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(4*growth_rate, growth_rate, kernel_size=3, padding=1, bias=False) - - def forward(self, x): - out = self.conv1(F.relu(self.bn1(x))) - out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) - out = torch.cat([out,x], 1) - return out - - -class Transition(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes): - super(Transition, self).__init__() - self.bn = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - - def forward(self, x): - out = self.conv(F.relu(self.bn(x))) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 2) - return out - - -class DenseNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, block, nblocks, growth_rate=12, reduction=0.5, num_classes=10): - super(DenseNet, self).__init__() - self.growth_rate = growth_rate - - num_planes = 2*growth_rate - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, num_planes, kernel_size=3, padding=1, bias=False) - - self.dense1 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[0]) - num_planes += nblocks[0]*growth_rate - out_planes = int(math.floor(num_planes*reduction)) - self.trans1 = Transition(num_planes, out_planes) - num_planes = out_planes - - self.dense2 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[1]) - num_planes += nblocks[1]*growth_rate - out_planes = int(math.floor(num_planes*reduction)) - self.trans2 = Transition(num_planes, out_planes) - num_planes = out_planes - - self.dense3 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[2]) - num_planes += nblocks[2]*growth_rate - out_planes = int(math.floor(num_planes*reduction)) - self.trans3 = Transition(num_planes, out_planes) - num_planes = out_planes - - self.dense4 = self._make_dense_layers(block, num_planes, nblocks[3]) - num_planes += nblocks[3]*growth_rate - - self.bn = nn.BatchNorm2d(num_planes) - self.linear = nn.Linear(num_planes, num_classes) - - def _make_dense_layers(self, block, in_planes, nblock): - layers = [] - for i in range(nblock): - layers.append(block(in_planes, self.growth_rate)) - in_planes += self.growth_rate - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = self.conv1(x) - out = self.trans1(self.dense1(out)) - out = self.trans2(self.dense2(out)) - out = self.trans3(self.dense3(out)) - out = self.dense4(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(F.relu(self.bn(out)), 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - -def DenseNet121(): - return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,24,16], growth_rate=32) - -def DenseNet169(): - return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,32,32], growth_rate=32) - -def DenseNet201(): - return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,48,32], growth_rate=32) - -def DenseNet161(): - return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,36,24], growth_rate=48) - -def densenet_cifar(): - return DenseNet(Bottleneck, [6,12,24,16], growth_rate=12) - -def test(): - net = densenet_cifar() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py deleted file mode 100644 index d334367fcc..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/dpn.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,98 +0,0 @@ -'''Dual Path Networks in PyTorch.''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class Bottleneck(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, last_planes, in_planes, out_planes, dense_depth, stride, first_layer): - super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() - self.out_planes = out_planes - self.dense_depth = dense_depth - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(last_planes, in_planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, in_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=32, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes+dense_depth, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes+dense_depth) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if first_layer: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(last_planes, out_planes+dense_depth, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), - nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes+dense_depth) - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) - x = self.shortcut(x) - d = self.out_planes - out = torch.cat([x[:,:d,:,:]+out[:,:d,:,:], x[:,d:,:,:], out[:,d:,:,:]], 1) - out = F.relu(out) - return out - - -class DPN(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, cfg): - super(DPN, self).__init__() - in_planes, out_planes = cfg['in_planes'], cfg['out_planes'] - num_blocks, dense_depth = cfg['num_blocks'], cfg['dense_depth'] - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) - self.last_planes = 64 - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(in_planes[0], out_planes[0], num_blocks[0], dense_depth[0], stride=1) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(in_planes[1], out_planes[1], num_blocks[1], dense_depth[1], stride=2) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(in_planes[2], out_planes[2], num_blocks[2], dense_depth[2], stride=2) - self.layer4 = self._make_layer(in_planes[3], out_planes[3], num_blocks[3], dense_depth[3], stride=2) - self.linear = nn.Linear(out_planes[3]+(num_blocks[3]+1)*dense_depth[3], 10) - - def _make_layer(self, in_planes, out_planes, num_blocks, dense_depth, stride): - strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) - layers = [] - for i,stride in enumerate(strides): - layers.append(Bottleneck(self.last_planes, in_planes, out_planes, dense_depth, stride, i==0)) - self.last_planes = out_planes + (i+2) * dense_depth - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = self.layer4(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def DPN26(): - cfg = { - 'in_planes': (96,192,384,768), - 'out_planes': (256,512,1024,2048), - 'num_blocks': (2,2,2,2), - 'dense_depth': (16,32,24,128) - } - return DPN(cfg) - -def DPN92(): - cfg = { - 'in_planes': (96,192,384,768), - 'out_planes': (256,512,1024,2048), - 'num_blocks': (3,4,20,3), - 'dense_depth': (16,32,24,128) - } - return DPN(cfg) - - -def test(): - net = DPN92() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py deleted file mode 100644 index de036d87d3..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/googlenet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,107 +0,0 @@ -'''GoogLeNet with PyTorch.''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class Inception(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, n1x1, n3x3red, n3x3, n5x5red, n5x5, pool_planes): - super(Inception, self).__init__() - # 1x1 conv branch - self.b1 = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, n1x1, kernel_size=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(n1x1), - nn.ReLU(True), - ) - - # 1x1 conv -> 3x3 conv branch - self.b2 = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, n3x3red, kernel_size=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(n3x3red), - nn.ReLU(True), - nn.Conv2d(n3x3red, n3x3, kernel_size=3, padding=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(n3x3), - nn.ReLU(True), - ) - - # 1x1 conv -> 5x5 conv branch - self.b3 = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, n5x5red, kernel_size=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(n5x5red), - nn.ReLU(True), - nn.Conv2d(n5x5red, n5x5, kernel_size=3, padding=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(n5x5), - nn.ReLU(True), - nn.Conv2d(n5x5, n5x5, kernel_size=3, padding=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(n5x5), - nn.ReLU(True), - ) - - # 3x3 pool -> 1x1 conv branch - self.b4 = nn.Sequential( - nn.MaxPool2d(3, stride=1, padding=1), - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, pool_planes, kernel_size=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(pool_planes), - nn.ReLU(True), - ) - - def forward(self, x): - y1 = self.b1(x) - y2 = self.b2(x) - y3 = self.b3(x) - y4 = self.b4(x) - return torch.cat([y1,y2,y3,y4], 1) - - -class GoogLeNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self): - super(GoogLeNet, self).__init__() - self.pre_layers = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(3, 192, kernel_size=3, padding=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(192), - nn.ReLU(True), - ) - - self.a3 = Inception(192, 64, 96, 128, 16, 32, 32) - self.b3 = Inception(256, 128, 128, 192, 32, 96, 64) - - self.maxpool = nn.MaxPool2d(3, stride=2, padding=1) - - self.a4 = Inception(480, 192, 96, 208, 16, 48, 64) - self.b4 = Inception(512, 160, 112, 224, 24, 64, 64) - self.c4 = Inception(512, 128, 128, 256, 24, 64, 64) - self.d4 = Inception(512, 112, 144, 288, 32, 64, 64) - self.e4 = Inception(528, 256, 160, 320, 32, 128, 128) - - self.a5 = Inception(832, 256, 160, 320, 32, 128, 128) - self.b5 = Inception(832, 384, 192, 384, 48, 128, 128) - - self.avgpool = nn.AvgPool2d(8, stride=1) - self.linear = nn.Linear(1024, 10) - - def forward(self, x): - out = self.pre_layers(x) - out = self.a3(out) - out = self.b3(out) - out = self.maxpool(out) - out = self.a4(out) - out = self.b4(out) - out = self.c4(out) - out = self.d4(out) - out = self.e4(out) - out = self.maxpool(out) - out = self.a5(out) - out = self.b5(out) - out = self.avgpool(out) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def test(): - net = GoogLeNet() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py deleted file mode 100644 index d657b7482a..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/lenet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,23 +0,0 @@ -'''LeNet in PyTorch.''' -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - -class LeNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self): - super(LeNet, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 6, 5) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(6, 16, 5) - self.fc1 = nn.Linear(16*5*5, 120) - self.fc2 = nn.Linear(120, 84) - self.fc3 = nn.Linear(84, 10) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.conv1(x)) - out = F.max_pool2d(out, 2) - out = F.relu(self.conv2(out)) - out = F.max_pool2d(out, 2) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = F.relu(self.fc1(out)) - out = F.relu(self.fc2(out)) - out = self.fc3(out) - return out diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py deleted file mode 100644 index 497ef1e867..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,61 +0,0 @@ -'''MobileNet in PyTorch. - -See the paper "MobileNets: Efficient Convolutional Neural Networks for Mobile Vision Applications" -for more details. -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class Block(nn.Module): - '''Depthwise conv + Pointwise conv''' - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride=1): - super(Block, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, in_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=in_planes, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - return out - - -class MobileNet(nn.Module): - # (128,2) means conv planes=128, conv stride=2, by default conv stride=1 - cfg = [64, (128,2), 128, (256,2), 256, (512,2), 512, 512, 512, 512, 512, (1024,2), 1024] - - def __init__(self, num_classes=10): - super(MobileNet, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 32, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(32) - self.layers = self._make_layers(in_planes=32) - self.linear = nn.Linear(1024, num_classes) - - def _make_layers(self, in_planes): - layers = [] - for x in self.cfg: - out_planes = x if isinstance(x, int) else x[0] - stride = 1 if isinstance(x, int) else x[1] - layers.append(Block(in_planes, out_planes, stride)) - in_planes = out_planes - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layers(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 2) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def test(): - net = MobileNet() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py deleted file mode 100644 index 17e5823ef4..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/mobilenetv2.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,86 +0,0 @@ -'''MobileNetV2 in PyTorch. - -See the paper "Inverted Residuals and Linear Bottlenecks: -Mobile Networks for Classification, Detection and Segmentation" for more details. -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class Block(nn.Module): - '''expand + depthwise + pointwise''' - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, expansion, stride): - super(Block, self).__init__() - self.stride = stride - - planes = expansion * in_planes - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=planes, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if stride == 1 and in_planes != out_planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False), - nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes), - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) - out = out + self.shortcut(x) if self.stride==1 else out - return out - - -class MobileNetV2(nn.Module): - # (expansion, out_planes, num_blocks, stride) - cfg = [(1, 16, 1, 1), - (6, 24, 2, 1), # NOTE: change stride 2 -> 1 for CIFAR10 - (6, 32, 3, 2), - (6, 64, 4, 2), - (6, 96, 3, 1), - (6, 160, 3, 2), - (6, 320, 1, 1)] - - def __init__(self, num_classes=10): - super(MobileNetV2, self).__init__() - # NOTE: change conv1 stride 2 -> 1 for CIFAR10 - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 32, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(32) - self.layers = self._make_layers(in_planes=32) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(320, 1280, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(1280) - self.linear = nn.Linear(1280, num_classes) - - def _make_layers(self, in_planes): - layers = [] - for expansion, out_planes, num_blocks, stride in self.cfg: - strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) - for stride in strides: - layers.append(Block(in_planes, out_planes, expansion, stride)) - in_planes = out_planes - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layers(out) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - # NOTE: change pooling kernel_size 7 -> 4 for CIFAR10 - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def test(): - net = MobileNetV2() - x = torch.randn(2,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py deleted file mode 100644 index de8c4d51f2..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/pnasnet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,125 +0,0 @@ -'''PNASNet in PyTorch. - -Paper: Progressive Neural Architecture Search -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class SepConv(nn.Module): - '''Separable Convolution.''' - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size, stride): - super(SepConv, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, - kernel_size, stride, - padding=(kernel_size-1)//2, - bias=False, groups=in_planes) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - - def forward(self, x): - return self.bn1(self.conv1(x)) - - -class CellA(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride=1): - super(CellA, self).__init__() - self.stride = stride - self.sep_conv1 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=7, stride=stride) - if stride==2: - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - - def forward(self, x): - y1 = self.sep_conv1(x) - y2 = F.max_pool2d(x, kernel_size=3, stride=self.stride, padding=1) - if self.stride==2: - y2 = self.bn1(self.conv1(y2)) - return F.relu(y1+y2) - -class CellB(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride=1): - super(CellB, self).__init__() - self.stride = stride - # Left branch - self.sep_conv1 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=7, stride=stride) - self.sep_conv2 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride) - # Right branch - self.sep_conv3 = SepConv(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=5, stride=stride) - if stride==2: - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - # Reduce channels - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(2*out_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - - def forward(self, x): - # Left branch - y1 = self.sep_conv1(x) - y2 = self.sep_conv2(x) - # Right branch - y3 = F.max_pool2d(x, kernel_size=3, stride=self.stride, padding=1) - if self.stride==2: - y3 = self.bn1(self.conv1(y3)) - y4 = self.sep_conv3(x) - # Concat & reduce channels - b1 = F.relu(y1+y2) - b2 = F.relu(y3+y4) - y = torch.cat([b1,b2], 1) - return F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(y))) - -class PNASNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, cell_type, num_cells, num_planes): - super(PNASNet, self).__init__() - self.in_planes = num_planes - self.cell_type = cell_type - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, num_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(num_planes) - - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(num_planes, num_cells=6) - self.layer2 = self._downsample(num_planes*2) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(num_planes*2, num_cells=6) - self.layer4 = self._downsample(num_planes*4) - self.layer5 = self._make_layer(num_planes*4, num_cells=6) - - self.linear = nn.Linear(num_planes*4, 10) - - def _make_layer(self, planes, num_cells): - layers = [] - for _ in range(num_cells): - layers.append(self.cell_type(self.in_planes, planes, stride=1)) - self.in_planes = planes - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def _downsample(self, planes): - layer = self.cell_type(self.in_planes, planes, stride=2) - self.in_planes = planes - return layer - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = self.layer4(out) - out = self.layer5(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 8) - out = self.linear(out.view(out.size(0), -1)) - return out - - -def PNASNetA(): - return PNASNet(CellA, num_cells=6, num_planes=44) - -def PNASNetB(): - return PNASNet(CellB, num_cells=6, num_planes=32) - - -def test(): - net = PNASNetB() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py deleted file mode 100644 index abb1bc313c..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/preact_resnet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,118 +0,0 @@ -'''Pre-activation ResNet in PyTorch. - -Reference: -[1] Kaiming He, Xiangyu Zhang, Shaoqing Ren, Jian Sun - Identity Mappings in Deep Residual Networks. arXiv:1603.05027 -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class PreActBlock(nn.Module): - '''Pre-activation version of the BasicBlock.''' - expansion = 1 - - def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): - super(PreActBlock, self).__init__() - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - - if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False) - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(x)) - shortcut = self.shortcut(out) if hasattr(self, 'shortcut') else x - out = self.conv1(out) - out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) - out += shortcut - return out - - -class PreActBottleneck(nn.Module): - '''Pre-activation version of the original Bottleneck module.''' - expansion = 4 - - def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): - super(PreActBottleneck, self).__init__() - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - - if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False) - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(x)) - shortcut = self.shortcut(out) if hasattr(self, 'shortcut') else x - out = self.conv1(out) - out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) - out = self.conv3(F.relu(self.bn3(out))) - out += shortcut - return out - - -class PreActResNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, block, num_blocks, num_classes=10): - super(PreActResNet, self).__init__() - self.in_planes = 64 - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(block, 64, num_blocks[0], stride=1) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(block, 128, num_blocks[1], stride=2) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(block, 256, num_blocks[2], stride=2) - self.layer4 = self._make_layer(block, 512, num_blocks[3], stride=2) - self.linear = nn.Linear(512*block.expansion, num_classes) - - def _make_layer(self, block, planes, num_blocks, stride): - strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) - layers = [] - for stride in strides: - layers.append(block(self.in_planes, planes, stride)) - self.in_planes = planes * block.expansion - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = self.conv1(x) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = self.layer4(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def PreActResNet18(): - return PreActResNet(PreActBlock, [2,2,2,2]) - -def PreActResNet34(): - return PreActResNet(PreActBlock, [3,4,6,3]) - -def PreActResNet50(): - return PreActResNet(PreActBottleneck, [3,4,6,3]) - -def PreActResNet101(): - return PreActResNet(PreActBottleneck, [3,4,23,3]) - -def PreActResNet152(): - return PreActResNet(PreActBottleneck, [3,8,36,3]) - - -def test(): - net = PreActResNet18() - y = net((torch.randn(1,3,32,32))) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py deleted file mode 100644 index f01cd8021a..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,121 +0,0 @@ -'''ResNet in PyTorch. - -For Pre-activation ResNet, see 'preact_resnet.py'. - -Reference: -[1] Kaiming He, Xiangyu Zhang, Shaoqing Ren, Jian Sun - Deep Residual Learning for Image Recognition. arXiv:1512.03385 -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class BasicBlock(nn.Module): - expansion = 1 - - def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): - super(BasicBlock, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), - nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*planes) - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.bn2(self.conv2(out)) - out += self.shortcut(x) - out = F.relu(out) - return out - - -class Bottleneck(nn.Module): - expansion = 4 - - def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): - super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*planes) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), - nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*planes) - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) - out += self.shortcut(x) - out = F.relu(out) - return out - - -class ResNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, block, num_blocks, num_classes=10): - super(ResNet, self).__init__() - self.in_planes = 64 - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(block, 64, num_blocks[0], stride=1) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(block, 128, num_blocks[1], stride=2) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(block, 256, num_blocks[2], stride=2) - self.layer4 = self._make_layer(block, 512, num_blocks[3], stride=2) - self.linear = nn.Linear(512*block.expansion, num_classes) - - def _make_layer(self, block, planes, num_blocks, stride): - strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) - layers = [] - for stride in strides: - layers.append(block(self.in_planes, planes, stride)) - self.in_planes = planes * block.expansion - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = self.layer4(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def ResNet18(): - return ResNet(BasicBlock, [2,2,2,2]) - -def ResNet34(): - return ResNet(BasicBlock, [3,4,6,3]) - -def ResNet50(): - return ResNet(Bottleneck, [3,4,6,3]) - -def ResNet101(): - return ResNet(Bottleneck, [3,4,23,3]) - -def ResNet152(): - return ResNet(Bottleneck, [3,8,36,3]) - - -def test(): - net = ResNet18() - y = net(torch.randn(1,3,32,32)) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py deleted file mode 100644 index 7a08f3e7d9..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/resnext.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,95 +0,0 @@ -'''ResNeXt in PyTorch. - -See the paper "Aggregated Residual Transformations for Deep Neural Networks" for more details. -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class Block(nn.Module): - '''Grouped convolution block.''' - expansion = 2 - - def __init__(self, in_planes, cardinality=32, bottleneck_width=4, stride=1): - super(Block, self).__init__() - group_width = cardinality * bottleneck_width - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, group_width, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(group_width) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(group_width, group_width, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=cardinality, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(group_width) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(group_width, self.expansion*group_width, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*group_width) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if stride != 1 or in_planes != self.expansion*group_width: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, self.expansion*group_width, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), - nn.BatchNorm2d(self.expansion*group_width) - ) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) - out += self.shortcut(x) - out = F.relu(out) - return out - - -class ResNeXt(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, num_blocks, cardinality, bottleneck_width, num_classes=10): - super(ResNeXt, self).__init__() - self.cardinality = cardinality - self.bottleneck_width = bottleneck_width - self.in_planes = 64 - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[0], 1) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[1], 2) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[2], 2) - # self.layer4 = self._make_layer(num_blocks[3], 2) - self.linear = nn.Linear(cardinality*bottleneck_width*8, num_classes) - - def _make_layer(self, num_blocks, stride): - strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) - layers = [] - for stride in strides: - layers.append(Block(self.in_planes, self.cardinality, self.bottleneck_width, stride)) - self.in_planes = Block.expansion * self.cardinality * self.bottleneck_width - # Increase bottleneck_width by 2 after each stage. - self.bottleneck_width *= 2 - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - # out = self.layer4(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 8) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def ResNeXt29_2x64d(): - return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=2, bottleneck_width=64) - -def ResNeXt29_4x64d(): - return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=4, bottleneck_width=64) - -def ResNeXt29_8x64d(): - return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=8, bottleneck_width=64) - -def ResNeXt29_32x4d(): - return ResNeXt(num_blocks=[3,3,3], cardinality=32, bottleneck_width=4) - -def test_resnext(): - net = ResNeXt29_2x64d() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y.size()) - -# test_resnext() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py deleted file mode 100644 index 98bfa0ca51..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/senet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,121 +0,0 @@ -'''SENet in PyTorch. - -SENet is the winner of ImageNet-2017. The paper is not released yet. -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class BasicBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): - super(BasicBlock, self).__init__() - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if stride != 1 or in_planes != planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False), - nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - ) - - # SE layers - self.fc1 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes//16, kernel_size=1) # Use nn.Conv2d instead of nn.Linear - self.fc2 = nn.Conv2d(planes//16, planes, kernel_size=1) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.bn2(self.conv2(out)) - - # Squeeze - w = F.avg_pool2d(out, out.size(2)) - w = F.relu(self.fc1(w)) - w = F.sigmoid(self.fc2(w)) - # Excitation - out = out * w # New broadcasting feature from v0.2! - - out += self.shortcut(x) - out = F.relu(out) - return out - - -class PreActBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, planes, stride=1): - super(PreActBlock, self).__init__() - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_planes) - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(planes) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - - if stride != 1 or in_planes != planes: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential( - nn.Conv2d(in_planes, planes, kernel_size=1, stride=stride, bias=False) - ) - - # SE layers - self.fc1 = nn.Conv2d(planes, planes//16, kernel_size=1) - self.fc2 = nn.Conv2d(planes//16, planes, kernel_size=1) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(x)) - shortcut = self.shortcut(out) if hasattr(self, 'shortcut') else x - out = self.conv1(out) - out = self.conv2(F.relu(self.bn2(out))) - - # Squeeze - w = F.avg_pool2d(out, out.size(2)) - w = F.relu(self.fc1(w)) - w = F.sigmoid(self.fc2(w)) - # Excitation - out = out * w - - out += shortcut - return out - - -class SENet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, block, num_blocks, num_classes=10): - super(SENet, self).__init__() - self.in_planes = 64 - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 64, kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(64) - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(block, 64, num_blocks[0], stride=1) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(block, 128, num_blocks[1], stride=2) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(block, 256, num_blocks[2], stride=2) - self.layer4 = self._make_layer(block, 512, num_blocks[3], stride=2) - self.linear = nn.Linear(512, num_classes) - - def _make_layer(self, block, planes, num_blocks, stride): - strides = [stride] + [1]*(num_blocks-1) - layers = [] - for stride in strides: - layers.append(block(self.in_planes, planes, stride)) - self.in_planes = planes - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = self.layer4(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def SENet18(): - return SENet(PreActBlock, [2,2,2,2]) - - -def test(): - net = SENet18() - y = net(torch.randn(1,3,32,32)) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py deleted file mode 100644 index 3682fd3b1d..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenet.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,109 +0,0 @@ -'''ShuffleNet in PyTorch. - -See the paper "ShuffleNet: An Extremely Efficient Convolutional Neural Network for Mobile Devices" for more details. -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class ShuffleBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, groups): - super(ShuffleBlock, self).__init__() - self.groups = groups - - def forward(self, x): - '''Channel shuffle: [N,C,H,W] -> [N,g,C/g,H,W] -> [N,C/g,g,H,w] -> [N,C,H,W]''' - N,C,H,W = x.size() - g = self.groups - return x.view(N,g,C/g,H,W).permute(0,2,1,3,4).contiguous().view(N,C,H,W) - - -class Bottleneck(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_planes, out_planes, stride, groups): - super(Bottleneck, self).__init__() - self.stride = stride - - mid_planes = out_planes/4 - g = 1 if in_planes==24 else groups - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_planes, mid_planes, kernel_size=1, groups=g, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_planes) - self.shuffle1 = ShuffleBlock(groups=g) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(mid_planes, mid_planes, kernel_size=3, stride=stride, padding=1, groups=mid_planes, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_planes) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(mid_planes, out_planes, kernel_size=1, groups=groups, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_planes) - - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential() - if stride == 2: - self.shortcut = nn.Sequential(nn.AvgPool2d(3, stride=2, padding=1)) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.shuffle1(out) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - out = self.bn3(self.conv3(out)) - res = self.shortcut(x) - out = F.relu(torch.cat([out,res], 1)) if self.stride==2 else F.relu(out+res) - return out - - -class ShuffleNet(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, cfg): - super(ShuffleNet, self).__init__() - out_planes = cfg['out_planes'] - num_blocks = cfg['num_blocks'] - groups = cfg['groups'] - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 24, kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(24) - self.in_planes = 24 - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(out_planes[0], num_blocks[0], groups) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(out_planes[1], num_blocks[1], groups) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(out_planes[2], num_blocks[2], groups) - self.linear = nn.Linear(out_planes[2], 10) - - def _make_layer(self, out_planes, num_blocks, groups): - layers = [] - for i in range(num_blocks): - stride = 2 if i == 0 else 1 - cat_planes = self.in_planes if i == 0 else 0 - layers.append(Bottleneck(self.in_planes, out_planes-cat_planes, stride=stride, groups=groups)) - self.in_planes = out_planes - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -def ShuffleNetG2(): - cfg = { - 'out_planes': [200,400,800], - 'num_blocks': [4,8,4], - 'groups': 2 - } - return ShuffleNet(cfg) - -def ShuffleNetG3(): - cfg = { - 'out_planes': [240,480,960], - 'num_blocks': [4,8,4], - 'groups': 3 - } - return ShuffleNet(cfg) - - -def test(): - net = ShuffleNetG2() - x = torch.randn(1,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py deleted file mode 100644 index d24c5dcbbf..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/shufflenetv2.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,162 +0,0 @@ -'''ShuffleNetV2 in PyTorch. - -See the paper "ShuffleNet V2: Practical Guidelines for Efficient CNN Architecture Design" for more details. -''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.functional as F - - -class ShuffleBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, groups=2): - super(ShuffleBlock, self).__init__() - self.groups = groups - - def forward(self, x): - '''Channel shuffle: [N,C,H,W] -> [N,g,C/g,H,W] -> [N,C/g,g,H,w] -> [N,C,H,W]''' - N, C, H, W = x.size() - g = self.groups - return x.view(N, g, C/g, H, W).permute(0, 2, 1, 3, 4).reshape(N, C, H, W) - - -class SplitBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, ratio): - super(SplitBlock, self).__init__() - self.ratio = ratio - - def forward(self, x): - c = int(x.size(1) * self.ratio) - return x[:, :c, :, :], x[:, c:, :, :] - - -class BasicBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_channels, split_ratio=0.5): - super(BasicBlock, self).__init__() - self.split = SplitBlock(split_ratio) - in_channels = int(in_channels * split_ratio) - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, - kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, - kernel_size=3, stride=1, padding=1, groups=in_channels, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, - kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) - self.shuffle = ShuffleBlock() - - def forward(self, x): - x1, x2 = self.split(x) - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x2))) - out = self.bn2(self.conv2(out)) - out = F.relu(self.bn3(self.conv3(out))) - out = torch.cat([x1, out], 1) - out = self.shuffle(out) - return out - - -class DownBlock(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, in_channels, out_channels): - super(DownBlock, self).__init__() - mid_channels = out_channels // 2 - # left - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, in_channels, - kernel_size=3, stride=2, padding=1, groups=in_channels, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(in_channels) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, mid_channels, - kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) - # right - self.conv3 = nn.Conv2d(in_channels, mid_channels, - kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn3 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) - self.conv4 = nn.Conv2d(mid_channels, mid_channels, - kernel_size=3, stride=2, padding=1, groups=mid_channels, bias=False) - self.bn4 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) - self.conv5 = nn.Conv2d(mid_channels, mid_channels, - kernel_size=1, bias=False) - self.bn5 = nn.BatchNorm2d(mid_channels) - - self.shuffle = ShuffleBlock() - - def forward(self, x): - # left - out1 = self.bn1(self.conv1(x)) - out1 = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out1))) - # right - out2 = F.relu(self.bn3(self.conv3(x))) - out2 = self.bn4(self.conv4(out2)) - out2 = F.relu(self.bn5(self.conv5(out2))) - # concat - out = torch.cat([out1, out2], 1) - out = self.shuffle(out) - return out - - -class ShuffleNetV2(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, net_size): - super(ShuffleNetV2, self).__init__() - out_channels = configs[net_size]['out_channels'] - num_blocks = configs[net_size]['num_blocks'] - - self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(3, 24, kernel_size=3, - stride=1, padding=1, bias=False) - self.bn1 = nn.BatchNorm2d(24) - self.in_channels = 24 - self.layer1 = self._make_layer(out_channels[0], num_blocks[0]) - self.layer2 = self._make_layer(out_channels[1], num_blocks[1]) - self.layer3 = self._make_layer(out_channels[2], num_blocks[2]) - self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(out_channels[2], out_channels[3], - kernel_size=1, stride=1, padding=0, bias=False) - self.bn2 = nn.BatchNorm2d(out_channels[3]) - self.linear = nn.Linear(out_channels[3], 10) - - def _make_layer(self, out_channels, num_blocks): - layers = [DownBlock(self.in_channels, out_channels)] - for i in range(num_blocks): - layers.append(BasicBlock(out_channels)) - self.in_channels = out_channels - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - def forward(self, x): - out = F.relu(self.bn1(self.conv1(x))) - # out = F.max_pool2d(out, 3, stride=2, padding=1) - out = self.layer1(out) - out = self.layer2(out) - out = self.layer3(out) - out = F.relu(self.bn2(self.conv2(out))) - out = F.avg_pool2d(out, 4) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.linear(out) - return out - - -configs = { - 0.5: { - 'out_channels': (48, 96, 192, 1024), - 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) - }, - - 1: { - 'out_channels': (116, 232, 464, 1024), - 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) - }, - 1.5: { - 'out_channels': (176, 352, 704, 1024), - 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) - }, - 2: { - 'out_channels': (224, 488, 976, 2048), - 'num_blocks': (3, 7, 3) - } -} - - -def test(): - net = ShuffleNetV2(net_size=0.5) - x = torch.randn(3, 3, 32, 32) - y = net(x) - print(y.shape) - - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py deleted file mode 100644 index 08347ffa99..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/models/vgg.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,47 +0,0 @@ -'''VGG11/13/16/19 in Pytorch.''' -import torch -import torch.nn as nn - - -cfg = { - 'VGG11': [64, 'M', 128, 'M', 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 'M'], - 'VGG13': [64, 64, 'M', 128, 128, 'M', 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 'M'], - 'VGG16': [64, 64, 'M', 128, 128, 'M', 256, 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 'M'], - 'VGG19': [64, 64, 'M', 128, 128, 'M', 256, 256, 256, 256, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 512, 'M', 512, 512, 512, 512, 'M'], -} - - -class VGG(nn.Module): - def __init__(self, vgg_name): - super(VGG, self).__init__() - self.features = self._make_layers(cfg[vgg_name]) - self.classifier = nn.Linear(512, 10) - - def forward(self, x): - out = self.features(x) - out = out.view(out.size(0), -1) - out = self.classifier(out) - return out - - def _make_layers(self, cfg): - layers = [] - in_channels = 3 - for x in cfg: - if x == 'M': - layers += [nn.MaxPool2d(kernel_size=2, stride=2)] - else: - layers += [nn.Conv2d(in_channels, x, kernel_size=3, padding=1), - nn.BatchNorm2d(x), - nn.ReLU(inplace=True)] - in_channels = x - layers += [nn.AvgPool2d(kernel_size=1, stride=1)] - return nn.Sequential(*layers) - - -def test(): - net = VGG('VGG11') - x = torch.randn(2,3,32,32) - y = net(x) - print(y.size()) - -# test() diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json deleted file mode 100644 index f19fd37214..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/search_space_demo.json +++ /dev/null @@ -1,5 +0,0 @@ -{ - "lr":{"_type":"choice", "_value":[0.1, 0.01, 0.001]}, - "bs":{"_type":"choice","_value":[64, 96, 128]}, - "model":{"_type":"choice", "_value":["ResNet18", "SENet18", "MobileNet"]} -} \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py b/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py deleted file mode 100644 index 4c9b3f90c9..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/cifar-adaptdl/utils.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,124 +0,0 @@ -'''Some helper functions for PyTorch, including: - - get_mean_and_std: calculate the mean and std value of dataset. - - msr_init: net parameter initialization. - - progress_bar: progress bar mimic xlua.progress. -''' -import os -import sys -import time -import math - -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.nn.init as init - - -def get_mean_and_std(dataset): - '''Compute the mean and std value of dataset.''' - dataloader = torch.utils.data.DataLoader(dataset, batch_size=1, shuffle=True, num_workers=2) - mean = torch.zeros(3) - std = torch.zeros(3) - print('==> Computing mean and std..') - for inputs, targets in dataloader: - for i in range(3): - mean[i] += inputs[:,i,:,:].mean() - std[i] += inputs[:,i,:,:].std() - mean.div_(len(dataset)) - std.div_(len(dataset)) - return mean, std - -def init_params(net): - '''Init layer parameters.''' - for m in net.modules(): - if isinstance(m, nn.Conv2d): - init.kaiming_normal(m.weight, mode='fan_out') - if m.bias: - init.constant(m.bias, 0) - elif isinstance(m, nn.BatchNorm2d): - init.constant(m.weight, 1) - init.constant(m.bias, 0) - elif isinstance(m, nn.Linear): - init.normal(m.weight, std=1e-3) - if m.bias: - init.constant(m.bias, 0) - - -_, term_width = os.popen('stty size', 'r').read().split() -term_width = int(term_width) - -TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH = 65. -last_time = time.time() -begin_time = last_time -def progress_bar(current, total, msg=None): - global last_time, begin_time - if current == 0: - begin_time = time.time() # Reset for new bar. - - cur_len = int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH*current/total) - rest_len = int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH - cur_len) - 1 - - sys.stdout.write(' [') - for i in range(cur_len): - sys.stdout.write('=') - sys.stdout.write('>') - for i in range(rest_len): - sys.stdout.write('.') - sys.stdout.write(']') - - cur_time = time.time() - step_time = cur_time - last_time - last_time = cur_time - tot_time = cur_time - begin_time - - L = [] - L.append(' Step: %s' % format_time(step_time)) - L.append(' | Tot: %s' % format_time(tot_time)) - if msg: - L.append(' | ' + msg) - - msg = ''.join(L) - sys.stdout.write(msg) - for i in range(term_width-int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH)-len(msg)-3): - sys.stdout.write(' ') - - # Go back to the center of the bar. - for i in range(term_width-int(TOTAL_BAR_LENGTH/2)+2): - sys.stdout.write('\b') - sys.stdout.write(' %d/%d ' % (current+1, total)) - - if current < total-1: - sys.stdout.write('\r') - else: - sys.stdout.write('\n') - sys.stdout.flush() - -def format_time(seconds): - days = int(seconds / 3600/24) - seconds = seconds - days*3600*24 - hours = int(seconds / 3600) - seconds = seconds - hours*3600 - minutes = int(seconds / 60) - seconds = seconds - minutes*60 - secondsf = int(seconds) - seconds = seconds - secondsf - millis = int(seconds*1000) - - f = '' - i = 1 - if days > 0: - f += str(days) + 'D' - i += 1 - if hours > 0 and i <= 2: - f += str(hours) + 'h' - i += 1 - if minutes > 0 and i <= 2: - f += str(minutes) + 'm' - i += 1 - if secondsf > 0 and i <= 2: - f += str(secondsf) + 's' - i += 1 - if millis > 0 and i <= 2: - f += str(millis) + 'ms' - i += 1 - if f == '': - f = '0ms' - return f diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml deleted file mode 100644 index eba18a8068..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config.yml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,21 +0,0 @@ -authorName: default -experimentName: example_lr -trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 1h -maxTrialNum: 10 -#choice: local, remote, pai -trainingServicePlatform: local -searchSpacePath: search_space.json -#choice: true, false -useAnnotation: false -tuner: - #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner, GPTuner - #SMAC (SMAC should be installed through nnictl) - builtinTunerName: TPE - classArgs: - #choice: maximize, minimize - optimize_mode: minimize -trial: - command: python3 linear_regression.py - codeDir: . - gpuNum: 0 diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml deleted file mode 100644 index c1632b4aeb..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/config_adl.yml +++ /dev/null @@ -1,32 +0,0 @@ -authorName: default -experimentName: lr_adl -trialConcurrency: 1 -maxExecDuration: 1h -maxTrialNum: 10 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.41.69 -trainingServicePlatform: adl -searchSpacePath: search_space.json -#choice: true, false -useAnnotation: false -tuner: - #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner, GPTuner - #SMAC (SMAC should be installed through nnictl) - builtinTunerName: TPE - classArgs: - #choice: maximize, minimize - optimize_mode: minimize -trial: - command: python3 /root/apps/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py - codeDir: . - gpuNum: 1 - adaptive: true - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/nni:tmp-test - imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecret - checkpoint: - storageClass: dfs - storageSize: 1Gi - nfs: - server: 172.20.188.236 - path: /export - containerMountPath: /nfs diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py deleted file mode 100644 index 1e9672f4f9..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/linear_regression.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,160 +0,0 @@ -# Copyright 2020 Petuum, Inc. All Rights Reserved. -# -# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); -# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. -# You may obtain a copy of the License at -# -# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 -# -# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software -# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, -# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. -# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and -# limitations under the License. - -# Fast and lightweight linear regression solver to test -# adaptdl functionality. -# From https://github.com/pytorch/examples/blob/master/regression/main.py - - -from __future__ import print_function -from itertools import count -import os - -import torch -import torch.nn as nn -import torch.optim as optim -import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn -from torch.utils.data import Dataset -from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter - -import argparse -import adaptdl -import adaptdl.torch as et - - -from torch.optim.lr_scheduler import MultiStepLR -import torch.nn.functional as F - -import nni - - -IS_CHIEF = int(os.getenv("ADAPTDL_RANK", "0")) == 0 -device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' - - -class Trainer(object): - def __init__(self, model, optim, lr_scheduler): - self.model = model - model.train() - self.optim = optim - self.lr_scheduler = lr_scheduler - - self.criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() - - # Training - def train(self, inputs, targets, stats): - inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) - self.optim.zero_grad() - outputs = self.model(inputs) - loss = F.smooth_l1_loss(outputs, targets) - loss.backward() - self.optim.step() - - stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) - stats["total"] += targets.size(0) - return {"Loss": loss.item()} - - -def main(params): - et.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() - else "gloo") - - POLY_DEGREE = 4 - W_target = torch.randn(POLY_DEGREE, 1) * 5 - b_target = torch.randn(1) * 5 - - - # Define model - fc = torch.nn.Linear(W_target.size(0), 1) - - net = fc.to(device) - if device == 'cuda': - cudnn.benchmark = True - - if params["autoscale_bsz"]: - max_batch_size = 8 * params["bs"] - local_bsz_bounds = (32,1024) - else: - max_batch_size = None - local_bsz_bounds = None - - def make_features(x): - """Builds features i.e. a matrix with columns [x, x^2, x^3, x^4].""" - x = x.unsqueeze(1) - return torch.cat([x ** i for i in range(1, POLY_DEGREE+1)], 1) - - def f(x): - """Approximated function.""" - return x.mm(W_target) + b_target.item() - - class SimpleDataset(Dataset): - def __init__(self, size): - random = torch.randn(size) - x = make_features(random) - y = f(x) + 0.25 * torch.randn(1) - self.data = list(zip(x, y)) - - def __getitem__(self, index): - return self.data[index] - - def __len__(self): - return len(self.data) - - dataset = SimpleDataset(10000) - dataloader = et.ElasticDataLoader(dataset, batch_size=params["bs"], shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) - - optimizer = optim.SGD(net.parameters(), lr=params["lr"], momentum=0.9, - weight_decay=5e-4) - lr_scheduler = MultiStepLR(optimizer, [30, 45], 0.1) - - net = et.ElasticDataParallel(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) - trainer = Trainer(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) - - # Accumulator is an api of adaptdl to record training status. - stats = et.Accumulator() - tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( - os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), - os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "lr-adaptdl") - ) - if not os.path.exists(tensorboard_dir): - os.makedirs(tensorboard_dir) - with SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) as writer: - for epoch in et.remaining_epochs_until(params["epochs"]): - for inputs, targets in dataloader: - batch_stat = trainer.train(inputs, targets, stats) - with stats.synchronized(): - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_intermediate_result(batch_stat["Loss"], stats) - stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] - writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) - with stats.synchronized(): - if IS_CHIEF: - nni.report_final_result(batch_stat["Loss"]) - - -def get_params(): - parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(description='Linear Regression Training') - parser.add_argument('--bs', default=128, type=int, help='batch size') - parser.add_argument('--lr', default=0.1, type=float, help='learning rate') - parser.add_argument('--epochs', default=90, type=int, help='number of epochs') - parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=False, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') - args = parser.parse_args() - return args - - -if __name__ == '__main__': - tuner_params = nni.get_next_parameter() - params = vars(get_params()) - params.update(tuner_params) - main(params) diff --git a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json b/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json deleted file mode 100644 index eeb59c651f..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/lr-adaptdl/search_space.json +++ /dev/null @@ -1,4 +0,0 @@ -{ - "bs":{"_type":"choice","_value":[64,96,128]}, - "lr":{"_type":"choice","_value":[0.1,0.01,0.001]} -} diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile deleted file mode 100644 index 9b28ca78d1..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/Dockerfile +++ /dev/null @@ -1,15 +0,0 @@ -FROM pytorch/pytorch:1.4-cuda10.1-cudnn7-runtime - -COPY mnist.py . -COPY requirements.txt . -RUN pip install -r requirements.txt - -########################################################### -RUN pip install nni==1.8.16+petuum --extra-index-url http://pypi.int.petuum.com:8080/simple --trusted-host pypi.int.petuum.com -# Here should matches your local -# `nnictl --version` just installed above. -# -# Note that for now the experiment codes are allowed -# to not use any NNI SDK library, but as for the -# DockerFile its pip dependency is required. -########################################################### diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..61c42592c8 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile @@ -0,0 +1,7 @@ +FROM pytorch/pytorch:1.4-cuda10.1-cudnn7-runtime + +COPY mnist.py . +COPY requirements.txt . +RUN pip install -r requirements.txt + +RUN pip install nni diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml index 1e3d2bfad9..77ba24adbf 100644 --- a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml @@ -4,7 +4,6 @@ trialConcurrency: 1 maxExecDuration: 1h maxTrialNum: 10 -nniManagerIp: 10.20.100.121 logCollection: http trainingServicePlatform: adl @@ -16,9 +15,7 @@ tuner: optimize_mode: maximize trial: - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/train-demo:mnist-pytorch-adl - imagePullSecrets: - - name: stagingsecret + image: {replace_to_your_image_tag} # built by ./adl.Dockerfile command: python3 mnist.py codeDir: . gpuNum: 1 diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb deleted file mode 100644 index 08abba46e5..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/nnicli.ipynb +++ /dev/null @@ -1,521 +0,0 @@ -{ - "cells": [ - { - "cell_type": "markdown", - "metadata": {}, - "source": [ - "# Using NNI Python APIs\n", - "\n", - "NNI provides `nnicli` module as a python wrapper for its restful API clients, which can be used to control and query NNI experiments and trial jobs in your python code. This notebook shows how to use `nnicli` module.\n", - "\n", - "The APIs available once you installed via `pip install nni`. For detailed API reference, please refer to [this page](https://nni.readthedocs.io/en/latest/nnicli_ref.html)." - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 1, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [], - "source": [ - "from nnicli import Experiment" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "markdown", - "metadata": {}, - "source": [ - "It is compatible with **AdaptDL** if the installation requirements in \"Getting Started\" are satisfied: (i) Petuum build of `nni==+petuum` and (ii) `.kube/config` file to access the training cluster with AdaptDL scheduler." - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "markdown", - "metadata": {}, - "source": [ - "## Start an Experiment\n", - "\n", - "Let's use a configruation file in nni examples directory to start an experiment." - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 2, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "authorName: default\r\n", - "experimentName: example_mnist_pytorch\r\n", - "trialConcurrency: 1\r\n", - "maxExecDuration: 1h\r\n", - "maxTrialNum: 10\r\n", - "\r\n", - "nniManagerIp: 10.20.100.121\r\n", - "logCollection: http\r\n", - "trainingServicePlatform: adl\r\n", - "\r\n", - "searchSpacePath: search_space.json\r\n", - "useAnnotation: false\r\n", - "tuner:\r\n", - " builtinTunerName: TPE\r\n", - " classArgs:\r\n", - " optimize_mode: maximize\r\n", - "\r\n", - "trial:\r\n", - " image: registry.petuum.com/dev/train-demo:mnist-pytorch-adl\r\n", - " imagePullSecrets:\r\n", - " - name: stagingsecret\r\n", - " command: python3 mnist.py\r\n", - " codeDir: .\r\n", - " gpuNum: 1\r\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "! cat ./config_adl.yml" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 3, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "INFO: expand searchSpacePath: search_space.json to /Users/ubuntu/workspace/nni/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/search_space.json\n", - "INFO: expand codeDir: . to /Users/ubuntu/workspace/nni/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/.\n", - "INFO: Starting restful server...\n", - "INFO: Successfully started Restful server!\n", - "INFO: Setting adl config...\n", - "INFO: Successfully set adl config!\n", - "INFO: Starting experiment...\n", - "INFO: Successfully started experiment!\n", - "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", - "The experiment id is raMAGcBW\n", - "The Web UI urls are: 10.20.100.121:8080\n", - "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", - "\n", - "You can use these commands to get more information about the experiment\n", - "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", - "commands description\n", - "1. nnictl experiment show show the information of experiments\n", - "2. nnictl trial ls list all of trial jobs\n", - "3. nnictl top monitor the status of running experiments\n", - "4. nnictl log stderr show stderr log content\n", - "5. nnictl log stdout show stdout log content\n", - "6. nnictl stop stop an experiment\n", - "7. nnictl trial kill kill a trial job by id\n", - "8. nnictl --help get help information about nnictl\n", - "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", - "Command reference document https://nni.readthedocs.io/en/latest/Tutorial/Nnictl.html\n", - "------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n", - "\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "from nnicli import Experiment\n", - "\n", - "# create an experiment instance\n", - "exp = Experiment() \n", - "\n", - "# start an experiment, then connect the instance to this experiment\n", - "# you can also use `resume_experiment`, `view_experiment` or `connect_experiment`\n", - "# only one of them should be called in one instance\n", - "exp.start_experiment('./config_adl.yml', port=8080)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 4, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "INFO: Update concurrency success!\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "# update the experiment's concurrency\n", - "exp.update_concurrency(2)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "markdown", - "metadata": {}, - "source": [ - "## Connect a Running Experiment\n", - "\n", - "Connect `nnicli` moduele to the rest server of started nni experiment. Local mode training serviced is used in this notebook, but nnicli module can connect to any started nni experiment. The endpoint can be found in the output of `start_experiment` function." - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 5, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [], - "source": [ - "exp = Experiment()\n", - "exp.connect_experiment('http://127.0.0.1:8080')" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "markdown", - "metadata": {}, - "source": [ - "## Retrieve Experiment Information" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 6, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "{'params': {'authorName': 'default', 'experimentName': 'example_mnist_pytorch', 'trialConcurrency': 1, 'maxExecDuration': 3600, 'maxTrialNum': 10, 'searchSpace': '{\"batch_size\": {\"_type\": \"choice\", \"_value\": [16, 32, 64, 128]}, \"hidden_size\": {\"_type\": \"choice\", \"_value\": [128, 256, 512, 1024]}, \"lr\": {\"_type\": \"choice\", \"_value\": [0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1]}, \"momentum\": {\"_type\": \"uniform\", \"_value\": [0, 1]}}', 'trainingServicePlatform': 'adl', 'tuner': {'builtinTunerName': 'TPE', 'classArgs': {'optimize_mode': 'maximize'}, 'checkpointDir': '/Users/ubuntu/nni-experiments/xpX702bz/checkpoint'}, 'versionCheck': True, 'clusterMetaData': []}, 'id': 'xpX702bz', 'execDuration': 2956, 'startTime': 1600621903511, 'logDir': '/Users/ubuntu/nni-experiments/xpX702bz', 'nextSequenceId': 11, 'revision': 309, 'endTime': 1600625066979}\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "profile = exp.get_experiment_profile()\n", - "print(profile)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 7, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "Is it using AdaptDL scheduler?: True\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "print('Is it using AdaptDL scheduler?:', profile['params']['trainingServicePlatform'] == 'adl')" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 8, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "data": { - "text/plain": [ - "{'status': 'DONE', 'errors': []}" - ] - }, - "execution_count": 8, - "metadata": {}, - "output_type": "execute_result" - } - ], - "source": [ - "exp.get_experiment_status()" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 9, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "10\n", - "[TrialJob(trialJobId: CBRq5 status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 0 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 64, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.405889181698159} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600621908000 endTime: 1600622107273 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094503 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.02)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: ah7rc status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 1 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.1, 'momentum': 0.6306322181873855} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622115000 endTime: 1600622259927 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622248490 trialJobId: ah7rc parameterId: 1 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.16)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: ntGry status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 2 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 256, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.18067074619914125} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622271000 endTime: 1600622445552 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622432684 trialJobId: ntGry parameterId: 2 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 98.62)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: bU38X status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 3 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 16, 'hidden_size': 1024, 'lr': 0.001, 'momentum': 0.5338367501479216} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622451000 endTime: 1600622764742 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622752406 trialJobId: bU38X parameterId: 3 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 98.81)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: TmrMR status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 4 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 16, 'hidden_size': 512, 'lr': 0.1, 'momentum': 0.6930513099409733} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600622772000 endTime: 1600623040724 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600623028755 trialJobId: TmrMR parameterId: 4 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 9.8)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: EDnUB status: FAILED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 5 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 1024, 'lr': 0.0001, 'momentum': 0.04350909195142094} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600623048884 endTime: 1600624227732 finalMetricData: None stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: fyKpg status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 0 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 32, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.2565874141826947} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624233000 endTime: 1600624540381 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600624529536 trialJobId: fyKpg parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.06)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: VoMCJ status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 1 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 512, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.259552132312303} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624549000 endTime: 1600624718080 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600624705876 trialJobId: VoMCJ parameterId: 1 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 98.67)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: O89wo status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 2 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 64, 'hidden_size': 512, 'lr': 0.0001, 'momentum': 0.8182249147061414} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624725000 endTime: 1600624907632 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600624900647 trialJobId: O89wo parameterId: 2 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 93.75)] stderrPath: None), TrialJob(trialJobId: vBptg status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 3 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 128, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.1, 'momentum': 0.11328929327212078} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600624916000 endTime: 1600625062304 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600625049524 trialJobId: vBptg parameterId: 3 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.07)] stderrPath: None)]\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "trial_jobs = exp.list_trial_jobs()\n", - "print(len(trial_jobs))\n", - "print(trial_jobs)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 10, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "CBRq5\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "example_trial_id = trial_jobs[0].trialJobId\n", - "print(example_trial_id)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 11, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "data": { - "text/plain": [ - "TrialJob(trialJobId: CBRq5 status: SUCCEEDED hyperParameters: [TrialHyperParameters(parameter_id: 0 parameter_source: algorithm parameters: {'batch_size': 64, 'hidden_size': 128, 'lr': 0.01, 'momentum': 0.405889181698159} parameter_index: 0)] logPath: output startTime: 1600621908000 endTime: 1600622107273 finalMetricData: [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094503 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.02)] stderrPath: None)" - ] - }, - "execution_count": 11, - "metadata": {}, - "output_type": "execute_result" - } - ], - "source": [ - "exp.get_trial_job(trial_job_id=example_trial_id)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 12, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - "{'CBRq5': [TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600621976809 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 0 data: 96.77), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600621989736 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 1 data: 97.92), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622002913 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 2 data: 98.28), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622016024 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 3 data: 98.16), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622029004 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 4 data: 98.43), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622042099 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 5 data: 98.69), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622055301 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 6 data: 98.78), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622068472 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 7 data: 98.92), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622081582 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 8 data: 98.95), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094408 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: PERIODICAL sequence: 9 data: 99.02), TrialMetricData(timestamp: 1600622094503 trialJobId: CBRq5 parameterId: 0 type: FINAL sequence: 0 data: 99.02)]}\n" - ] - } - ], - "source": [ - "example_metrics = exp.get_job_metrics(trial_job_id=example_trial_id)\n", - "print(example_metrics)" - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "markdown", - "metadata": {}, - "source": [ - "## Visualizing Experiment Metrics (Optional)\n", - "\n", - "With the retrieved trial job information, we can do some analysis by visualizing the metric data, below is a simple example." - ] - }, - { - "cell_type": "code", - "execution_count": 13, - "metadata": {}, - "outputs": [ - { - "name": "stdout", - "output_type": "stream", - "text": [ - 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Mostly it's a -# Gitlab mirror of `azure-pipelines.yml` to ensure the consistency -# with the style of original repository, so that a future pull request -# to the upstream microsoft/nni can be possible and straight-forward. -# -# GitLab Mirror pull does not trigger this pipeline. -# -# If we moving the repo to GitHub petuum/nni as a fork sometime to the -# upstream microsoft/nni, this file can be deprecated at that time. -# - -stages: - - build-lint-test - - release - -azure_pipeline: - stage: build-lint-test - image: python:3.6 - tags: - - docker - - 1.0.8 - before_script: - - 'curl "$CI_API_V4_URL/projects/$CI_PROJECT_ID/snippets/$SNIPPET_ID_KUBECONFIG/raw" --header "PRIVATE-TOKEN: $GITLAB_API_READ_TOKEN" > ci_kubeconfig' - - cat ci_kubeconfig - - apt-get update - - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential - script: - - export KUBECONFIG="`pwd`/ci_kubeconfig" - - curl -o aws-iam-authenticator https://amazon-eks.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/1.17.7/2020-07-08/bin/linux/amd64/aws-iam-authenticator - - chmod +x ./aws-iam-authenticator - - mkdir -p $HOME/bin - - cp ./aws-iam-authenticator $HOME/bin/ - - export PATH=$PATH:$HOME/bin - - python3 -m pip install --upgrade pip setuptools - - python3 -m pip install coverage - - echo "##vso[task.setvariable variable=PATH]${HOME}/.local/bin:${PATH}" - # displayName: 'Install python tools' - - source install.sh - # displayName: 'Install nni toolkit via source code' - - ln -s /tmp//nni-yarn/bin/yarn /usr/local/bin/yarn - - cd src/nni_manager - - yarn eslint - # uncomment following 2 lines to enable webui eslint - - cd ../webui - - yarn eslint - - cd ../../ - # displayName: 'Run eslint' - - python3 -m pip install torch==1.5.0+cpu torchvision==0.6.0+cpu -f https://download.pytorch.org/whl/torch_stable.html - - python3 -m pip install tensorflow==2.2.0 - - python3 -m pip install keras==2.4.2 - - python3 -m pip install gym onnx peewee thop - - apt-get install swig -y - - nnictl package install --name=SMAC - - nnictl package install --name=BOHB - # displayName: 'Install dependencies' (for unittest) - - python3 -m pip install --extra-index-url http://pypi.int.petuum.com:8080/simple --trusted-host pypi.int.petuum.com adaptdl==0.1.16.dev32+g8fe97ba5d - - cd test - - source scripts/unittest.sh - - -release_wheel: - stage: release - image: python:3.6 - only: - - petuum-dev - - tags - tags: - - docker - before_script: - - apt-get update - - apt-get install -y sudo apt-utils git curl unzip wget build-essential - script: - - cd deployment/pypi - - make petuum=true build - - make petuum=true upload diff --git a/Makefile b/Makefile index 9334a3d007..3458bfbea9 100644 --- a/Makefile +++ b/Makefile @@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ build: # All-in-one target for non-expert users # Installs NNI as well as its dependencies, and update bashrc to set PATH .PHONY: easy-install -# easy-install: check-perm +easy-install: check-perm easy-install: install-dependencies easy-install: build easy-install: install diff --git a/setup.py b/setup.py index 157f33c2c2..99f183e80d 100644 --- a/setup.py +++ b/setup.py @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ def read(fname): author = 'Microsoft NNI Team', author_email = 'nni@microsoft.com', description = 'Neural Network Intelligence project', - long_description = '', + long_description = read('README.md'), license = 'MIT', url = 'https://github.com/Microsoft/nni', diff --git a/src/nni_manager/package.json b/src/nni_manager/package.json index fcc8e16676..11f4adfc5b 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/package.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/package.json @@ -4,7 +4,6 @@ "main": "index.js", "scripts": { "build": "tsc", - "testp": "mocha -r ts-node/register", "test": "nyc mocha -r ts-node/register -t 15000 --recursive **/*.test.ts --exclude node_modules/**/**/*.test.ts --colors", "start": "node dist/main.js", "watch": "tsc --watch", @@ -22,7 +21,7 @@ "kubernetes-client": "^6.5.0", "python-shell": "^2.0.1", "rx": "^4.1.0", - "sqlite3": "^5.0.0", + "sqlite3": "^4.0.2", "ssh2": "^0.6.1", "stream-buffers": "^3.0.2", "tail-stream": "^0.3.4", diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py index 5c61935e0a..cc5d4cdd11 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl.py @@ -252,9 +252,6 @@ def parse_args(): parser_top.set_defaults(func=monitor_experiment) args = parser.parse_args() - # TODO(Petuum): support flexible additional args without restrictions - # args, remaining = parser.parse_known_args() - # setattr(args, 'remaining', remaining) args.func(args) if __name__ == '__main__': From 565d807e4d62603ebe7f84ddd1af2c087dbb334e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:05:09 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 24/45] cleanup: webui --- src/webui/src/static/interface.ts | 1 - src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts | 5 ++--- 2 files changed, 2 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts b/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts index b2b9559e4a..5494460358 100644 --- a/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts +++ b/src/webui/src/static/interface.ts @@ -134,7 +134,6 @@ interface TrialJobInfo { id: string; sequenceId: number; status: string; - message?: string; startTime?: number; endTime?: number; hyperParameters?: string[]; diff --git a/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts b/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts index 872076c51c..4bea34368a 100644 --- a/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts +++ b/src/webui/src/static/model/trialmanager.ts @@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ class TrialManager { public finalKeys(): string[] { const succeedTrialsList = this.filter(trial => trial.status === 'SUCCEEDED'); - if (succeedTrialsList !== undefined && succeedTrialsList[0] !== undefined && succeedTrialsList[0].acc != undefined) { + if (succeedTrialsList !== undefined && succeedTrialsList[0] !== undefined) { return succeedTrialsList[0].finalKeys(); } else { return ['default']; @@ -96,9 +96,8 @@ class TrialManager { } public sort(): Trial[] { - // (Petuum: no matter trial.sortable, we sort and show all to Overview page without filtering.) // eslint-disable-next-line @typescript-eslint/no-non-null-assertion - return this.toArray().sort((trial1, trial2) => trial1.compareAccuracy(trial2)!); + return this.filter(trial => trial.sortable).sort((trial1, trial2) => trial1.compareAccuracy(trial2)!); } public countStatus(): Map { From 9c76d39b73e82c9e3bc6b90304a7fe0eab7391bc Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:31:31 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 25/45] cleanup: sanity --- src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts | 6 ++++-- src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py | 13 ------------- 2 files changed, 4 insertions(+), 15 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts index 5b08ba01a8..e3eebde341 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ import { ExperimentProfile, Manager, TrialJobStatistics } from '../common/manage import { ValidationSchemas } from './restValidationSchemas'; import { NNIRestServer } from './nniRestServer'; import { getVersion } from '../common/utils'; -import {NNIManager} from "../core/nnimanager"; +import { NNIManager } from "../core/nnimanager"; const expressJoi = require('express-joi-validator'); @@ -209,6 +209,7 @@ class NNIRestHandler { router.get('/trial-jobs', (req: Request, res: Response) => { this.nniManager.listTrialJobs(req.query.status).then((jobInfos: TrialJobInfo[]) => { jobInfos.forEach((trialJob: TrialJobInfo) => { + this.setErrorPathForFailedJob(trialJob); this.setMessageforJob(trialJob); }); res.send(jobInfos); @@ -221,7 +222,8 @@ class NNIRestHandler { private getTrialJob(router: Router): void { router.get('/trial-jobs/:id', (req: Request, res: Response) => { this.nniManager.getTrialJob(req.params.id).then((jobDetail: TrialJobInfo) => { - const jobInfo: TrialJobInfo = this.setMessageforJob(jobDetail); + const jobInfo: TrialJobInfo = this.setErrorPathForFailedJob(jobDetail); + this.setMessageforJob(jobInfo); res.send(jobInfo); }).catch((err: Error) => { this.handleError(err, res); diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py index c7e2813e49..ab553d0739 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/tests/test_trial.py @@ -39,19 +39,6 @@ def test_report_intermediate_result(self): 'sequence': 0, 'value': 123 }) - - def test_report_intermediate_result_with_accumulator(self): - import torch - import adaptdl - import adaptdl.torch as et - adaptdl.torch.init_process_group( - "nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() else "gloo" - ) - INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" - stats = et.Accumulator() - with stats.synchronized(): - res = nni.report_intermediate_result(123, stats) - self.assertEqual(stats[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET], 1) def test_report_final_result_simple(self): self._test_report_final_result(123, 123) From 8b4649da8cc53902ea7e5156a1af18d29cabffe2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:06:54 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 26/45] Simplify SDK Change for OSS (#5) --- src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py | 29 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py | 22 +++++++--------------- 2 files changed, 36 insertions(+), 15 deletions(-) create mode 100644 src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..ba833f1722 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ + + +INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" + + +def sync_intermediate_seq(accum): + """ + Parameters + ---------- + accum: + An Accumulator which persists running state. It is only + used during AdaptDL training. + + Returns + ------- + int + Synchronized intermediate sequence id of current trial job. + """ + + # NOTE: Accumulator should be used under synchronized mode, + # which can only be given from user script side. + if not type(accum).__name__.endswith('Accumulator'): + raise TypeError("'accum' should be an AdaptDL Accumulator.") + + if INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET not in accum: + accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] = 0 + intermediate_seq = accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] + accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] += 1 + return intermediate_seq diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py index 71d72b0af3..be8aa87000 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py @@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ from .utils import to_json from .env_vars import trial_env_vars from . import platform +from . import adl_utils __all__ = [ @@ -21,7 +22,6 @@ _experiment_id = platform.get_experiment_id() _trial_id = platform.get_trial_id() _sequence_id = platform.get_sequence_id() -INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" def get_next_parameter(): @@ -98,7 +98,7 @@ def get_sequence_id(): _intermediate_seq = 0 -def report_intermediate_result(metric, accum=None): +def report_intermediate_result(metric, **kwargs): """ Reports intermediate result to NNI. @@ -106,22 +106,14 @@ def report_intermediate_result(metric, accum=None): ---------- metric: serializable object. - accum: - An adaptdl Accumulator which persists running state. It is only - used during adaptdl training. """ global _intermediate_seq - if accum is not None: - # NOTE: Accumulator should be used under synchronized mode, - # which can only be given from user script side. - from adaptdl.torch.accumulator import Accumulator - if not isinstance(accum, Accumulator): - raise TypeError("accum is not Adaptdl Accumulator!") - if INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET not in accum: - accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] = 0 - _intermediate_seq = accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] - accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] += 1 + # An AdaptDL Accumulator which persists running state. + adl_accum = kwargs.pop('accum', None) + if adl_accum is not None: + # It is only used together with AdaptDL library for distributed training. + _intermediate_seq = adl_utils.sync_intermediate_seq(adl_accum) assert _params or trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM is None, \ 'nni.get_next_parameter() needs to be called before report_intermediate_result' From d58790676d90573c4ceadf707151f2cf4383001a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:20:46 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 27/45] lint --- .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 58 +++++++++---------- tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py | 10 ++-- 2 files changed, 34 insertions(+), 34 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 6aa2330169..0210f47693 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ import * as chaiAsPromised from 'chai-as-promised'; import * as fs from 'fs'; import * as tmp from 'tmp'; import * as component from '../../common/component'; -import { TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrainingService } from '../../common/trainingService'; +// import { TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrainingService } from '../../common/trainingService'; import { cleanupUnitTest, prepareUnitTest } from '../../common/utils'; import { TrialConfigMetadataKey } from '../common/trialConfigMetadataKey'; import { AdlTrainingService } from '../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService'; @@ -91,32 +91,32 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { chai.expect(data).to.be.equals(testAdlTrialConfig2); }); - it('Submit job', async () => { - // job without given checkpoint, with resource config - await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); - let form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { - sequenceId: 0, - hyperParameters: { - value: 'mock hyperparameters', - index: 0 - } - }; - let jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); - chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); - await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); - chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); - // job with given checkpoint - await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); - form = { - sequenceId: 0, - hyperParameters: { - value: 'mock hyperparameters', - index: 0 - } - }; - jobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); - chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); - await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); - chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); - }).timeout(3000000); + // it('Submit job', async () => { + // // job without given checkpoint, with resource config + // await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + // let form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { + // sequenceId: 0, + // hyperParameters: { + // value: 'mock hyperparameters', + // index: 0 + // } + // }; + // let jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); + // await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); + // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); + // // job with given checkpoint + // await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); + // form = { + // sequenceId: 0, + // hyperParameters: { + // value: 'mock hyperparameters', + // index: 0 + // } + // }; + // jobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); + // await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); + // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); + // }).timeout(3000000); }); diff --git a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py index 6e289cd273..0d442b0327 100644 --- a/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py +++ b/tools/nni_cmd/nnictl_utils.py @@ -382,13 +382,13 @@ def log_trial_adl_helper(args, experiment_id): 'You can retry the command.') print_green('>>> Trial log streaming:') try: - proc = subprocess.run( + subprocess.run( [ "kubectl", "logs", "-l", "adaptdl/job=%s" % adlJobName, "-f" # Follow the stream - ], # TODO(Petuum): support remaining argument, uncomment the TODO(Petuum) lines in nnictl.py - ) # TODO(Petuum): emulate tee behaviors, not necessary tho. + ], # TODO: support remaining argument, uncomment the lines in nnictl.py + ) # TODO: emulate tee behaviors, not necessary tho. except KeyboardInterrupt: pass except Exception: @@ -401,8 +401,8 @@ def log_trial_adl_helper(args, experiment_id): (experiment_id, args.trial_id)) print_green('>>> (Optional) How to persist the complete trial log locally:') print( - 'Please ensure `logCollection: http` ' - 'exists in the experiment configuration yaml. ' + 'Please ensure `logCollection: http` ' + 'exists in the experiment configuration yaml. ' 'After trial done, you can check it from the file below: \n %s' % nni_manager_collection_path ) From f73690055d0046dea93cde0605f7852d311cf5ff Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2020 11:24:51 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 28/45] skipping like kubeflowtest --- .../test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 80 +++++++++++-------- 1 file changed, 48 insertions(+), 32 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 0210f47693..0f3e3d08cd 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -8,18 +8,22 @@ import * as chaiAsPromised from 'chai-as-promised'; import * as fs from 'fs'; import * as tmp from 'tmp'; import * as component from '../../common/component'; -// import { TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrainingService } from '../../common/trainingService'; +import { TrialJobApplicationForm, TrialJobDetail, TrainingService } from '../../common/trainingService'; import { cleanupUnitTest, prepareUnitTest } from '../../common/utils'; import { TrialConfigMetadataKey } from '../common/trialConfigMetadataKey'; import { AdlTrainingService } from '../kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService'; -// TODO: copy mockedTrail.py to local folder const localCodeDir: string = tmp.dirSync().name -const mockedTrialPath: string = './training_service/test/mockedTrial.py' -fs.copyFileSync(mockedTrialPath, localCodeDir + '/mockedTrial.py') describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { let skip: boolean = false; + try { + const testKubeflowConfig = fs.readFileSync('/home/vsts/.kube/config', 'utf8'); + } catch (err) { + console.log('Please have kubernetes cluster to enable its training service unit test.'); + skip = true; + } + let testAdlTrialConfig: any = JSON.stringify({ "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", "codeDir": ".", @@ -76,47 +80,59 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { }); beforeEach(() => { + if (skip) { + return; + } adlTrainingService = component.get(AdlTrainingService); adlTrainingService.run() }); afterEach(() => { + if (skip) { + return; + } adlTrainingService.cleanUp(); }); it('Set and get cluster metadata', async () => { + if (skip) { + return; + } await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.NNI_MANAGER_IP, testNniManagerIp); let data:string = await adlTrainingService.getClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG); chai.expect(data).to.be.equals(testAdlTrialConfig2); }); - // it('Submit job', async () => { - // // job without given checkpoint, with resource config - // await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); - // let form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { - // sequenceId: 0, - // hyperParameters: { - // value: 'mock hyperparameters', - // index: 0 - // } - // }; - // let jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); - // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); - // await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); - // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); - // // job with given checkpoint - // await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); - // form = { - // sequenceId: 0, - // hyperParameters: { - // value: 'mock hyperparameters', - // index: 0 - // } - // }; - // jobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); - // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); - // await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); - // chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); - // }).timeout(3000000); + it('Submit job', async () => { + if (skip) { + return; + } + // job without given checkpoint, with resource config + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig); + let form: TrialJobApplicationForm = { + sequenceId: 0, + hyperParameters: { + value: 'mock hyperparameters', + index: 0 + } + }; + let jobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); + await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); + // job with given checkpoint + await adlTrainingService.setClusterMetadata(TrialConfigMetadataKey.TRIAL_CONFIG, testAdlTrialConfig2); + form = { + sequenceId: 0, + hyperParameters: { + value: 'mock hyperparameters', + index: 0 + } + }; + jobDetail = await adlTrainingService.submitTrialJob(form); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('WAITING'); + await adlTrainingService.cancelTrialJob(jobDetail.id); + chai.expect(jobDetail.status).to.be.equals('USER_CANCELED'); + }).timeout(3000000); }); From 95bb20be17adda7375128c306bfa58a8ac6e31b8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:59:39 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 29/45] comments: lint --- examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile | 7 ------- examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml | 2 +- .../training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts | 7 ++++--- .../training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts | 6 +++--- tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py | 4 +--- 5 files changed, 9 insertions(+), 17 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile deleted file mode 100644 index 61c42592c8..0000000000 --- a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/adl.Dockerfile +++ /dev/null @@ -1,7 +0,0 @@ -FROM pytorch/pytorch:1.4-cuda10.1-cudnn7-runtime - -COPY mnist.py . -COPY requirements.txt . -RUN pip install -r requirements.txt - -RUN pip install nni diff --git a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml index 77ba24adbf..77d2c04eac 100644 --- a/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml +++ b/examples/trials/mnist-pytorch/config_adl.yml @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ tuner: optimize_mode: maximize trial: - image: {replace_to_your_image_tag} # built by ./adl.Dockerfile + image: {replace_to_your_image_tag} command: python3 mnist.py codeDir: . gpuNum: 1 diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts index 7595d6af9a..682a3e01cb 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlConfig.ts @@ -3,6 +3,8 @@ 'use strict'; +import {KubernetesTrialConfig} from "../kubernetesConfig"; + /** * Checkpoint Config */ @@ -48,8 +50,7 @@ export class NFSConfig { /** * Trial job configuration for Adl */ -export class AdlTrialConfig { - public readonly codeDir: string; +export class AdlTrialConfig extends KubernetesTrialConfig { public readonly command: string; @@ -76,7 +77,7 @@ export class AdlTrialConfig { cpuNum?: number, memorySize?: string, adaptive?: boolean ) { - this.codeDir = codeDir; + super(codeDir); this.command = command; this.gpuNum = gpuNum; this.image = image; diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts index 63b4d80f5e..2abcc9cfee 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/adl/adlTrainingService.ts @@ -122,7 +122,7 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes const trialJobId: string = uniqueString(5); const adlJobName: string = `nni-exp-${this.experimentId}-trial-${trialJobId}`.toLowerCase(); const initStatus: TrialJobStatus = 'WAITING'; - const codeDir = "." + const codeDir = this.adlTrialConfig.codeDir; const outputDir = "output" const trialJobDetail: KubernetesTrialJobDetail = new KubernetesTrialJobDetail( trialJobId, @@ -210,7 +210,7 @@ class AdlTrainingService extends KubernetesTrainingService implements Kubernetes configmap.metadata.name = adlJobName; configmap.metadata.ownerReferences[0].name = adlJobName; configmap.metadata.ownerReferences[0].uid = k8sadlJob.metadata.uid; - configmap.data["run.sh"] = await this.prepareRunSh( + configmap.data["run.sh"] = await this.prepareRunScript( trialJobId, form, codeDir, outputDir) const cleanupScriptTemplate: string = `#!/bin/bash @@ -235,7 +235,7 @@ done return Promise.resolve(trialJobDetail); } - private async prepareRunSh(jobId: string, + private async prepareRunScript(jobId: string, form: TrialJobApplicationForm, codeDir: string, outputDir: string): Promise { diff --git a/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py b/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py index 14de278f41..913ebb82f9 100644 --- a/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py +++ b/tools/nni_trial_tool/trial_keeper.py @@ -220,9 +220,7 @@ def _set_adaptdl_signal_handler(): global _trial_process def _handler(signum, frame): nni_log(LogType.Info, "RECEIVED SIGNAL {}".format(signum)) - print(_trial_process.pid) - print(signum, signal.SIGTERM) - print(type(signum), type(signal.SIGTERM)) + nni_log(LogType.Debug, "TRIAL PROCESS ID {}".format(_trial_process.pid)) if _trial_process and (signum == signal.SIGTERM or signum == signal.SIGINT): os.killpg(os.getpgid(_trial_process.pid), signal.SIGINT) os.waitpid(_trial_process.pid, 0) From 1ee7de800f3c41d2dda9ad2c04b8fbb96914153b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 27 Oct 2020 15:45:50 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 30/45] comments: message value-write-read --- src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts | 2 +- src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts | 16 ++++++++++++---- src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts | 3 +-- 3 files changed, 14 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts b/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts index bec5f30b3d..450a2c07b6 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/common/trainingService.ts @@ -34,7 +34,6 @@ interface TrialJobApplicationForm { interface TrialJobDetail { readonly id: string; readonly status: TrialJobStatus; - readonly message?: string; readonly submitTime: number; readonly startTime?: number; readonly endTime?: number; @@ -43,6 +42,7 @@ interface TrialJobDetail { readonly workingDirectory: string; readonly form: TrialJobApplicationForm; isEarlyStopped?: boolean; + message?: string; } /** diff --git a/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts b/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts index 23f07758c5..cc2ffd6cfc 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/core/nnimanager.ts @@ -44,7 +44,6 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { private readonly: boolean; private trialJobMetricListener: (metric: TrialJobMetric) => void; - public trialJobMessage: Map; constructor() { this.currSubmittedTrialNum = 0; @@ -69,7 +68,6 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { this.criticalError(NNIError.FromError(err, 'Job metrics error: ')); }); }; - this.trialJobMessage = new Map() } public updateExperimentProfile(experimentProfile: ExperimentProfile, updateType: ProfileUpdateType): Promise { @@ -347,6 +345,14 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { return this.status; } + public getTrialJobMessage(trialJobId: string): string | undefined { + const trialJob = this.trialJobs.get(trialJobId); + if (trialJob !== undefined){ + return trialJob.message + } + return undefined + } + public async listTrialJobs(status?: TrialJobStatus): Promise { return this.dataStore.listTrialJobs(status); } @@ -503,7 +509,10 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { this.trialJobs.set(trialJobId, Object.assign({}, trialJobDetail)); await this.dataStore.storeTrialJobEvent(trialJobDetail.status, trialJobDetail.id, undefined, trialJobDetail); } - this.trialJobMessage.set(trialJobId, trialJobDetail.message); + const newTrialJobDetail: TrialJobDetail | undefined = this.trialJobs.get(trialJobId); + if (newTrialJobDetail !== undefined) { + newTrialJobDetail.message = trialJobDetail.message; + } let hyperParams: string | undefined = undefined; switch (trialJobDetail.status) { case 'SUCCEEDED': @@ -612,7 +621,6 @@ class NNIManager implements Manager { const trialJobDetail: TrialJobDetail = await this.trainingService.submitTrialJob(form); await this.storeExperimentProfile(); this.trialJobs.set(trialJobDetail.id, Object.assign({}, trialJobDetail)); - this.trialJobMessage.set(trialJobDetail.id, trialJobDetail.message); const trialJobDetailSnapshot: TrialJobDetail | undefined = this.trialJobs.get(trialJobDetail.id); if (trialJobDetailSnapshot != undefined) { await this.dataStore.storeTrialJobEvent( diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts index e3eebde341..2a8a3c3783 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/restHandler.ts @@ -319,8 +319,7 @@ class NNIRestHandler { if (jobInfo === undefined){ return jobInfo } - const message = this.nniManager.trialJobMessage.get(jobInfo.id); - jobInfo.message = message; + jobInfo.message = this.nniManager.getTrialJobMessage(jobInfo.id); return jobInfo } } From 55c25c0dfd1ba149d3730e95008d08a5237a8dfa Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2020 01:17:23 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 31/45] unit test --- src/nni_manager/common/manager.ts | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/common/manager.ts b/src/nni_manager/common/manager.ts index 1f3972ae43..ea36d02943 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/common/manager.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/common/manager.ts @@ -105,6 +105,7 @@ abstract class Manager { public abstract getTrialLog(trialJobId: string, logType: LogType): Promise; public abstract getTrialJobStatistics(): Promise; + public abstract getTrialJobMessage(trialJobId: string): string | undefined; public abstract getStatus(): NNIManagerStatus; } From af315ca115d3eab8d6f71e26876ad93e5bf0ab97 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2020 02:54:05 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 32/45] unit test --- src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts | 4 +++- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts index a12d6520e6..08dd921fcb 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts @@ -111,7 +111,9 @@ export class MockedNNIManager extends Manager { return deferred.promise; } - public trialJobMessage = new Map() + public getTrialJobMessage(trialJobId: string): string | undefined { + throw new MethodNotImplementedError(); + } public stopExperiment(): Promise { throw new MethodNotImplementedError(); From d7afaab20986829018975f7052385164b27131bb Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2020 15:21:56 -0400 Subject: [PATCH 33/45] unit test --- src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts index 08dd921fcb..08062ea967 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/rest_server/test/mockedNNIManager.ts @@ -112,7 +112,7 @@ export class MockedNNIManager extends Manager { } public getTrialJobMessage(trialJobId: string): string | undefined { - throw new MethodNotImplementedError(); + return "TEST-MESSAGE" } public stopExperiment(): Promise { From 7a73286699a4da148ec7319763ba472a147470c8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2020 17:17:18 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 34/45] doc --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md | 190 ++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 190 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..dfb5fab547 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md @@ -0,0 +1,190 @@ +# Run an Experiment on AdaptDL + +=== + +Now NNI supports running experiment on [AdaptDL](https://github.com/petuum/adaptdl). Before starting to use NNI AdaptDL mode, you should have a Kubernetes cluster, either on-premises or [Azure Kubernetes Service(AKS)](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/), a Ubuntu machine on which [kubeconfig](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/organize-cluster-access-kubeconfig/) is setup to connect to your Kubernetes cluster. In AdaptDL mode, your trial program will run as AdaptDL job in Kubernetes cluster. + +AdaptDL aims to make distributed deep learning easy and efficient in dynamic-resource environments such as shared clusters and the cloud. + +## Prerequisite for Kubernetes Service + +1. A **Kubernetes** cluster using Kubernetes 1.14 or later. Follow this guideline to set up Kubernetes [on-premise](https://kubernetes.io/docs/setup/) or [on Azure](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/). +2. Deploy **AdaptDL Scheduler** to your Kubernetes cluster. Follow this [guideline](https://adaptdl.readthedocs.io/en/latest/installation/install-adaptdl.html) to setup AdaptDL scheduler. +3. Prepare a **kubeconfig** file, which will be used by NNI to interact with your Kubernetes API server. By default, NNI manager will use $(HOME)/.kube/config as kubeconfig file's path. You can also specify other kubeconfig files by setting the **KUBECONFIG** environment variable. Refer this [guideline]( https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/organize-cluster-access-kubeconfig) to learn more about kubeconfig. +4. If your NNI trial job needs GPU resource, you should follow this [guideline](https://github.com/NVIDIA/k8s-device-plugin) to configure **Nvidia device plugin for Kubernetes**. +5. Prepare a **NFS server** and export a general purpose mount as external storage. +6. Install **NFS client** on the machine where you install NNI and run nnictl to create experiment. +7. Install **NNI**, follow the install guide [here](../Tutorial/QuickStart.md). + +### Verify Prerequisites + +```bash +nnictl --version +# Expected: +``` + +```bash +kubectl version +# Expected that the kubectl client version matches the server version. +``` + +```bash +kubectl api-versions | grep adaptdl +# Expected: adaptdl.petuum.com/v1 +``` + +## Run an experiment + +Here is a template configuration specification to use AdaptDL as a training service. + +```yaml +authorName: default +experimentName: minimal_adl + +trainingServicePlatform: adl +nniManagerIp: 10.1.10.11 +logCollection: http + +tuner: + builtinTunerName: GridSearch +searchSpacePath: search_space.json + +trialConcurrency: 2 +maxTrialNum: 2 + +trial: + adaptive: false # optional. + image: registry.petuum.com/dev/scalable-ml/demo:nfs + imagePullSecrets: # optional + - name: stagingsecret + codeDir: . + command: python main.py + gpuNum: 1 + cpuNum: 1 # optional + memorySize: 8Gi # optional + nfs: # optional + server: 10.20.41.55 + path: / + containerMountPath: /nfs + checkpoint: # optional + storageClass: microk8s-hostpath + storageSize: 1Gi +``` + +Those configs not mentioned below, are following the +[default specs defined in the NNI doc](https://nni.readthedocs.io/en/latest/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.html#configuration-spec). + +* **trainingServicePlatform**: Choose `adl` to use the Kubernetes cluster with AdaptDL scheduler. +* **nniManagerIp**: *Required* to get the correct info and metrics back from the cluster, for `adl` training service. +IP address of the machine with NNI manager (NNICTL) that launches NNI experiment. +* **logCollection**: *Recommended* to set as `http`. It will collect the trial logs on cluster back to your machine via http. +For more about logging, check [this page](logs.md). +* **tuner**: It supports the Tuun tuner and all NNI built-in tuners (only except for the checkpoint feature of the NNI PBT tuners). +* **trial**: It defines the specs of an `adl` trial. + * **adaptive**: (*Optional*) Boolean for AdaptDL trainer. While `true`, it the job is preemptible and adaptive. + * **image**: Docker image for the trial + * **imagePullSecret**: (*Optional*) If you are using a private registry, + you need to provide the secret to successfully pull the image. + * **codeDir**: the working directory of the container. `.` means the default working directory defined by the image. + * **command**: the bash command to start the trial + * **gpuNum**: the number of GPUs requested for this trial. It must be non-negative integer. + * **cpuNum**: (*Optional*) the number of CPUs requested for this trial. It must be non-negative integer. + * **memorySize**: (*Optional*) the size of memory requested for this trial. It must follow the Kubernetes + [default format](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/manage-resources-containers/#meaning-of-memory). + * **nfs**: (*Optional*) mounting external storage. For more information about using NFS please check the below paragraph. + * **checkpoint** (*Optional*) [storage settings](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/storage/storage-classes/) for AdaptDL internal checkpoints. You can keep it optional if you are not dev users. + +### NFS Storage + +As you may have noticed in the above configuration spec, +an *optional* section is available to configure NFS external storage. It is optional when no external storage is required, when for example an docker image is sufficient with codes and data inside. + +Note that `adl` training service does NOT help mount an NFS to the local dev machine, so that one can manually mount it to local, manage the filesystem, copy the data or code etc. +The `adl` training service can then mount it to the kubernetes for every trials, with the proper configurations: + +* **server**: NFS server address, e.g. IP address or domain +* **path**: NFS server export path, i.e. the absolute path in NFS that can be mounted to trials +* **containerMountPath**: In container absolute path to mount the NFS **path** above, +so that every trial will have the access to the NFS. +In the trial containers, you can access the NFS with this path. + +Use cases: + +* If your training trials depend on a dataset of large size, you may want to download it first onto the NFS first, + and mount it so that it can be shared across multiple trials. +* The storage for containers are ephemeral and the trial containers will be deleted after a trial's lifecycle is over. +So if you want to export your trained models, +you may mount the NFS to the trial to persist and export your trained models. + +In short, it is not limited how a trial wants to read from or write on the NFS storage, so you may use it flexibly as per your needs. + + +## Monitor via Log Stream + +Follow the log streaming of a certain trial: + +```bash +nnictl log trial --trial_id= +``` + +```bash +nnictl log trial --trial_id= +``` + +Note that *after* a trial has done and its pod has been deleted, +no logs can be retrieved then via this command. +However you may still be able to access the past trial logs +according to the following approach. + + +## Monitor via TensorBoard + +In the context of NNI, an experiment has multiple trials. +For easy comparison across trials for a model tuning process, +we support TensorBoard integration. Here one experiment has +an independent TensorBoard logging directory thus dashboard. + + +You can only use the TensorBoard while the monitored experiment is running. +In other words, it is not supported to monitor stopped experiments. + + +In the trial container you may have access to two environment variables: + +* `ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR`: the TensorBoard logging directory for the current experiment, +* `NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID`: the `trial` job id for the current trial. + +It is recommended for to have them joined as the directory for trial, +for example in Python: + +```python +import os +tensorboard_logdir = os.path.join( + os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR"), + os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID") +) +``` + +If an experiment is stopped, the data logged here +(defined by *the above envs* for monitoring with the following commands) +will be lost. To persist the logged data, you can use the external storage (e.g. to mount an NFS) +to export it and view the TensorBoard locally. + + +With the above setting, you can monitor the experiment easily +via TensorBoard by + +```bash +nnictl tensorboard start +``` + +If having multiple experiment running at the same time, you may use + +```bash +nnictl tensorboard start +``` + +It will provide you the web url to access the tensorboard. + +Note that you have the flexibility to set up the local `--port` +for the TensorBoard. From 91fd23629b7aa570a27480beb09d657080d046d4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:33:08 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 35/45] toc tree reference --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/Overview.md | 3 ++- docs/en_US/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.md | 2 ++ docs/en_US/Tutorial/InstallationLinux.md | 1 + docs/en_US/Tutorial/QuickStart.md | 1 + 4 files changed, 6 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/Overview.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/Overview.md index bd87037f0f..4daa21aceb 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/Overview.md +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/Overview.md @@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ NNI training service is designed to allow users to focus on AutoML itself, agnostic to the underlying computing infrastructure where the trials are actually run. When migrating from one cluster to another (e.g., local machine to Kubeflow), users only need to tweak several configurations, and the experiment can be easily scaled. -Users can use training service provided by NNI, to run trial jobs on [local machine](./LocalMode.md), [remote machines](./RemoteMachineMode.md), and on clusters like [PAI](./PaiMode.md), [Kubeflow](./KubeflowMode.md), [FrameworkController](./FrameworkControllerMode.md), [DLTS](./DLTSMode.md) and [AML](./AMLMode.md). These are called *built-in training services*. +Users can use training service provided by NNI, to run trial jobs on [local machine](./LocalMode.md), [remote machines](./RemoteMachineMode.md), and on clusters like [PAI](./PaiMode.md), [Kubeflow](./KubeflowMode.md), [AdaptDL](./AdaptDLMode.md), [FrameworkController](./FrameworkControllerMode.md), [DLTS](./DLTSMode.md) and [AML](./AMLMode.md). These are called *built-in training services*. If the computing resource customers try to use is not listed above, NNI provides interface that allows users to build their own training service easily. Please refer to "[how to implement training service](./HowToImplementTrainingService)" for details. @@ -24,6 +24,7 @@ In case users intend to use large files in their experiment (like large-scaled d |[__Remote__](./RemoteMachineMode.md)|NNI supports running an experiment on multiple machines through SSH channel, called remote mode. NNI assumes that you have access to those machines, and already setup the environment for running deep learning training code. NNI will submit the trial jobs in remote machine, and schedule suitable machine with enough gpu resource if specified.| |[__PAI__](./PaiMode.md)|NNI supports running an experiment on [OpenPAI](https://github.com/Microsoft/pai) (aka PAI), called PAI mode. Before starting to use NNI PAI mode, you should have an account to access an [OpenPAI](https://github.com/Microsoft/pai) cluster. See [here](https://github.com/Microsoft/pai#how-to-deploy) if you don't have any OpenPAI account and want to deploy an OpenPAI cluster. In PAI mode, your trial program will run in PAI's container created by Docker.| |[__Kubeflow__](./KubeflowMode.md)|NNI supports running experiment on [Kubeflow](https://github.com/kubeflow/kubeflow), called kubeflow mode. Before starting to use NNI kubeflow mode, you should have a Kubernetes cluster, either on-premises or [Azure Kubernetes Service(AKS)](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/), a Ubuntu machine on which [kubeconfig](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/organize-cluster-access-kubeconfig/) is setup to connect to your Kubernetes cluster. If you are not familiar with Kubernetes, [here](https://kubernetes.io/docs/tutorials/kubernetes-basics/) is a good start. In kubeflow mode, your trial program will run as Kubeflow job in Kubernetes cluster.| +|[__AdaptDL__](./AdaptDLMode.md)|NNI supports running experiment on [AdaptDL](https://github.com/petuum/adaptdl), called AdaptDL mode. Before starting to use NNI kubeflow mode, you should have a Kubernetes cluster.| |[__FrameworkController__](./FrameworkControllerMode.md)|NNI supports running experiment using [FrameworkController](https://github.com/Microsoft/frameworkcontroller), called frameworkcontroller mode. FrameworkController is built to orchestrate all kinds of applications on Kubernetes, you don't need to install Kubeflow for specific deep learning framework like tf-operator or pytorch-operator. Now you can use FrameworkController as the training service to run NNI experiment.| |[__DLTS__](./DLTSMode.md)|NNI supports running experiment using [DLTS](https://github.com/microsoft/DLWorkspace.git), which is an open source toolkit, developed by Microsoft, that allows AI scientists to spin up an AI cluster in turn-key fashion.| |[__AML__](./AMLMode.md)|NNI supports running an experiment on [AML](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/machine-learning/) , called aml mode. diff --git a/docs/en_US/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.md b/docs/en_US/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.md index 75e14bcaca..d41f7a5d0a 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.md +++ b/docs/en_US/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.md @@ -260,6 +260,8 @@ Specifies the platform to run the experiment, including __local__, __remote__, _ * __kubeflow__ submit trial jobs to [kubeflow](https://www.kubeflow.org/docs/about/kubeflow/), NNI support kubeflow based on normal kubernetes and [azure kubernetes](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/). For detail please refer to [Kubeflow Docs](../TrainingService/KubeflowMode.md) +* __adl__ submit trial jobs to [AdaptDL](https://www.kubeflow.org/docs/about/kubeflow/), NNI support AdaptDL on Kubernetes cluster. For detail please refer to [AdaptDL Docs](../TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md) + * TODO: explain frameworkcontroller. ### searchSpacePath diff --git a/docs/en_US/Tutorial/InstallationLinux.md b/docs/en_US/Tutorial/InstallationLinux.md index a2f5cc0242..089ef08bbb 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/Tutorial/InstallationLinux.md +++ b/docs/en_US/Tutorial/InstallationLinux.md @@ -118,3 +118,4 @@ Due to potential programming changes, the minimum system requirements of NNI may * [How to run an experiment on OpenPAI?](../TrainingService/PaiMode.md) * [How to run an experiment on Kubernetes through Kubeflow?](../TrainingService/KubeflowMode.md) * [How to run an experiment on Kubernetes through FrameworkController?](../TrainingService/FrameworkControllerMode.md) +* [How to run an experiment on Kubernetes through AdaptDL?](../TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md) \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/docs/en_US/Tutorial/QuickStart.md b/docs/en_US/Tutorial/QuickStart.md index e70fe7ca25..a70410c219 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/Tutorial/QuickStart.md +++ b/docs/en_US/Tutorial/QuickStart.md @@ -281,3 +281,4 @@ Below is the status of all trials. Specifically: * [How to run an experiment on OpenPAI?](../TrainingService/PaiMode.md) * [How to run an experiment on Kubernetes through Kubeflow?](../TrainingService/KubeflowMode.md) * [How to run an experiment on Kubernetes through FrameworkController?](../TrainingService/FrameworkControllerMode.md) +* [How to run an experiment on Kubernetes through AdaptDL?](../TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md) \ No newline at end of file From a0dc313869e266d2cf931adbeb64b65e12aa9676 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:57:34 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 36/45] lint --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md | 2 +- .../training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts | 4 ++-- 2 files changed, 3 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md index dfb5fab547..62f92996dd 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md @@ -54,7 +54,7 @@ maxTrialNum: 2 trial: adaptive: false # optional. - image: registry.petuum.com/dev/scalable-ml/demo:nfs + image: imagePullSecrets: # optional - name: stagingsecret codeDir: . diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts index 0f3e3d08cd..9ba5509c5b 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/test/adlTrainingService.test.ts @@ -28,7 +28,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", "codeDir": ".", "gpuNum": 0, - "image": "registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit:latest", + "image": "test.image:latest", "imagePullSecrets": [ { "name": "stagingsecrets" @@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ describe('Unit Test for AdlTrainingService', () => { "command": "python3 /root/apps/nni_linear_regression/main.py", "codeDir": ".", "gpuNum": 0, - "image": "registry.petuum.com/dev/adaptdl-submit:latest", + "image": "test.image:latest", "imagePullSecrets": [ { "name": "stagingsecrets" From 6825a5e0590156e35a00a0a4a0ad73f414c334f7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 19:42:38 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 37/45] toctree --- docs/en_US/training_services.rst | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) diff --git a/docs/en_US/training_services.rst b/docs/en_US/training_services.rst index 71b2cf6f8c..da286b9d50 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/training_services.rst +++ b/docs/en_US/training_services.rst @@ -8,6 +8,7 @@ Introduction to NNI Training Services OpenPAI<./TrainingService/PaiMode> OpenPAI Yarn Mode<./TrainingService/PaiYarnMode> Kubeflow<./TrainingService/KubeflowMode> + AdaptDL<./TrainingService/AdaptDLMode> FrameworkController<./TrainingService/FrameworkControllerMode> DLTS<./TrainingService/DLTSMode> AML<./TrainingService/AMLMode> From 00246700469f575713f1276742a0a048f242271a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 19:47:35 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 38/45] intermediate seq --- src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py | 9 ++++----- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py index be8aa87000..ce3544776b 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py @@ -109,11 +109,10 @@ def report_intermediate_result(metric, **kwargs): """ global _intermediate_seq - # An AdaptDL Accumulator which persists running state. - adl_accum = kwargs.pop('accum', None) - if adl_accum is not None: - # It is only used together with AdaptDL library for distributed training. - _intermediate_seq = adl_utils.sync_intermediate_seq(adl_accum) + # Overwrite intermediate sequence + seq = kwargs.pop('intermediate_seq', None) + if seq is not None: + _intermediate_seq = seq assert _params or trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM is None, \ 'nni.get_next_parameter() needs to be called before report_intermediate_result' From c85798d044dad21a022e88c8d6677bb06efa9c2c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 22:41:32 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 39/45] doc fix --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md | 10 ++++------ .../training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts | 1 + 2 files changed, 5 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md index 62f92996dd..cd46bd7153 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md @@ -8,13 +8,12 @@ AdaptDL aims to make distributed deep learning easy and efficient in dynamic-res ## Prerequisite for Kubernetes Service -1. A **Kubernetes** cluster using Kubernetes 1.14 or later. Follow this guideline to set up Kubernetes [on-premise](https://kubernetes.io/docs/setup/) or [on Azure](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/). -2. Deploy **AdaptDL Scheduler** to your Kubernetes cluster. Follow this [guideline](https://adaptdl.readthedocs.io/en/latest/installation/install-adaptdl.html) to setup AdaptDL scheduler. +1. A **Kubernetes** cluster using Kubernetes 1.14 or later with storage. Follow this guideline to set up Kubernetes [on Azure](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/), or [on-premise](https://kubernetes.io/docs/setup/) with [cephfs](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/storage/storage-classes/#ceph-rbd), or [microk8s with storage add-on enabled](https://microk8s.io/docs/addons). +2. Helm install **AdaptDL Scheduler** to your Kubernetes cluster. Follow this [guideline](https://adaptdl.readthedocs.io/en/latest/installation/install-adaptdl.html) to setup AdaptDL scheduler. 3. Prepare a **kubeconfig** file, which will be used by NNI to interact with your Kubernetes API server. By default, NNI manager will use $(HOME)/.kube/config as kubeconfig file's path. You can also specify other kubeconfig files by setting the **KUBECONFIG** environment variable. Refer this [guideline]( https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/organize-cluster-access-kubeconfig) to learn more about kubeconfig. 4. If your NNI trial job needs GPU resource, you should follow this [guideline](https://github.com/NVIDIA/k8s-device-plugin) to configure **Nvidia device plugin for Kubernetes**. -5. Prepare a **NFS server** and export a general purpose mount as external storage. -6. Install **NFS client** on the machine where you install NNI and run nnictl to create experiment. -7. Install **NNI**, follow the install guide [here](../Tutorial/QuickStart.md). +5. (Optional) Prepare a **NFS server** and export a general purpose mount as external storage. +6. Install **NNI**, follow the install guide [here](../Tutorial/QuickStart.md). ### Verify Prerequisites @@ -78,7 +77,6 @@ Those configs not mentioned below, are following the * **nniManagerIp**: *Required* to get the correct info and metrics back from the cluster, for `adl` training service. IP address of the machine with NNI manager (NNICTL) that launches NNI experiment. * **logCollection**: *Recommended* to set as `http`. It will collect the trial logs on cluster back to your machine via http. -For more about logging, check [this page](logs.md). * **tuner**: It supports the Tuun tuner and all NNI built-in tuners (only except for the checkpoint feature of the NNI PBT tuners). * **trial**: It defines the specs of an `adl` trial. * **adaptive**: (*Optional*) Boolean for AdaptDL trainer. While `true`, it the job is preemptible and adaptive. diff --git a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts index 4bd08bb784..4156a2bc4a 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts +++ b/src/nni_manager/training_service/kubernetes/kubernetesApiClient.ts @@ -23,6 +23,7 @@ class GeneralK8sClient { const adlSupportedProvisioners: RegExp[] = [ new RegExp("microk8s.io/hostpath"), new RegExp(".*cephfs.csi.ceph.com"), + new RegExp(".*azure.*"), new RegExp("\\b" + "efs" + "\\b") ] const templateLen = adlSupportedProvisioners.length, From 81d6c2917466bcacfcb0e51fe6b156ad32b8f26d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2020 22:48:03 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 40/45] intermediate sequence --- src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py | 29 ----------------------------- src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py | 23 ++++++++++++++++------- 2 files changed, 16 insertions(+), 36 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py deleted file mode 100644 index ba833f1722..0000000000 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/adl_utils.py +++ /dev/null @@ -1,29 +0,0 @@ - - -INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET = "intermediate_result_idx_offset" - - -def sync_intermediate_seq(accum): - """ - Parameters - ---------- - accum: - An Accumulator which persists running state. It is only - used during AdaptDL training. - - Returns - ------- - int - Synchronized intermediate sequence id of current trial job. - """ - - # NOTE: Accumulator should be used under synchronized mode, - # which can only be given from user script side. - if not type(accum).__name__.endswith('Accumulator'): - raise TypeError("'accum' should be an AdaptDL Accumulator.") - - if INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET not in accum: - accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] = 0 - intermediate_seq = accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] - accum[INTERMEDIATE_OFFSET] += 1 - return intermediate_seq diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py index ce3544776b..1e753cc73a 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py @@ -98,7 +98,22 @@ def get_sequence_id(): _intermediate_seq = 0 -def report_intermediate_result(metric, **kwargs): + +def overwrite_intermediate_seq(value): + """ + Overwrite intermediate sequence value. + + Parameters + ---------- + value: + int + """ + assert isinstance(value, int) + global _intermediate_seq + _intermediate_seq = value + + +def report_intermediate_result(metric): """ Reports intermediate result to NNI. @@ -108,12 +123,6 @@ def report_intermediate_result(metric, **kwargs): serializable object. """ global _intermediate_seq - - # Overwrite intermediate sequence - seq = kwargs.pop('intermediate_seq', None) - if seq is not None: - _intermediate_seq = seq - assert _params or trial_env_vars.NNI_PLATFORM is None, \ 'nni.get_next_parameter() needs to be called before report_intermediate_result' metric = to_json({ From d527a899065cf92976d57e8bb54038474e5e2c85 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2020 15:59:37 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 41/45] import fix --- src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py index 1e753cc73a..89efb07814 100644 --- a/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py +++ b/src/sdk/pynni/nni/trial.py @@ -4,7 +4,6 @@ from .utils import to_json from .env_vars import trial_env_vars from . import platform -from . import adl_utils __all__ = [ From 9ef620f1b4e85eb928aa00a0ba3ba9696c00dcda Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Peng Wu Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:11:56 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 42/45] === --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md | 2 -- 1 file changed, 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md index cd46bd7153..c50e050fdf 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md @@ -1,7 +1,5 @@ # Run an Experiment on AdaptDL -=== - Now NNI supports running experiment on [AdaptDL](https://github.com/petuum/adaptdl). Before starting to use NNI AdaptDL mode, you should have a Kubernetes cluster, either on-premises or [Azure Kubernetes Service(AKS)](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/services/kubernetes-service/), a Ubuntu machine on which [kubeconfig](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/organize-cluster-access-kubeconfig/) is setup to connect to your Kubernetes cluster. In AdaptDL mode, your trial program will run as AdaptDL job in Kubernetes cluster. AdaptDL aims to make distributed deep learning easy and efficient in dynamic-resource environments such as shared clusters and the cloud. From cdb268ebcc4634df03c90d0310ccfaf4900f2cee Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: hao-howard-zhang Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 14:58:09 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 43/45] add adl cifar10 example --- .../trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml | 29 +++ examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py | 170 ++++++++++++++++++ .../cifar10_pytorch/search_space_adl.json | 5 + 3 files changed, 204 insertions(+) create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py create mode 100644 examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/search_space_adl.json diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..b1a994d752 --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/config_adl.yml @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ +authorName: default +experimentName: example_pytorch_cifar10 +trialConcurrency: 1 +maxExecDuration: 100h +maxTrialNum: 10 +nniManagerIp: {replace_with_your_ip} +trainingServicePlatform: adl +searchSpacePath: search_space_adl.json +logCollection: http +#choice: true, false +useAnnotation: false +tuner: + #choice: TPE, Random, Anneal, Evolution, BatchTuner, MetisTuner + #SMAC (SMAC should be installed through nnictl) + builtinTunerName: TPE + classArgs: + #choice: maximize, minimize + optimize_mode: maximize +trial: + command: python3 main_adl.py + codeDir: . + gpuNum: 1 + image: {replace_with_the_image_that_has_adaptdl_installed} + adaptive: true + checkpoint: + storageClass: dfs + storageSize: 1Gi + cpuNum: 1 + memorySize: 1Gi diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..1b6dff462f --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py @@ -0,0 +1,170 @@ +# Copyright 2020 Petuum, Inc. All Rights Reserved. +# +# Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License"); +# you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. +# You may obtain a copy of the License at +# +# http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 +# +# Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software +# distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, +# WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. +# See the License for the specific language governing permissions and +# limitations under the License. + +''' +Train CIFAR10 with PyTorch and AdaptDL. This example is based on: +https://github.com/petuum/adaptdl/blob/master/examples/pytorch-cifar/main.py +''' +import torch +import torch.nn as nn +import torch.optim as optim +import torch.backends.cudnn as cudnn +import torch.distributed as dist + +import torchvision +import torchvision.transforms as transforms + +import os +import argparse + +from models import * + +import adaptdl +import adaptdl.torch as adl + +from torch.optim.lr_scheduler import MultiStepLR +from torch.utils.tensorboard import SummaryWriter + +import nni + + +parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(description='PyTorch CIFAR10 Training') +parser.add_argument('--bs', default=128, type=int, help='batch size') +parser.add_argument('--lr', default=0.1, type=float, help='learning rate') +parser.add_argument('--epochs', default=30, type=int, help='number of epochs') +parser.add_argument('--model', default='ResNet18', type=str, help='model') +parser.add_argument('--autoscale-bsz', dest='autoscale_bsz', default=True, action='store_true', help='autoscale batchsize') +args = parser.parse_args() + +# load the parameters from nni +RCV_CONFIG = nni.get_next_parameter() +args.lr = RCV_CONFIG["lr"] + +device = 'cuda' if torch.cuda.is_available() else 'cpu' + +# Data +print('==> Preparing data..') +transform_train = transforms.Compose([ + transforms.RandomCrop(32, padding=4), + transforms.RandomHorizontalFlip(), + transforms.ToTensor(), + transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), +]) + +transform_test = transforms.Compose([ + transforms.ToTensor(), + transforms.Normalize((0.4914, 0.4822, 0.4465), (0.2023, 0.1994, 0.2010)), +]) + +adaptdl.torch.init_process_group("nccl" if torch.cuda.is_available() else "gloo") + +if adaptdl.env.replica_rank() == 0: + trainset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.env.share_path(), train=True, download=True, transform=transform_train) + trainloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(trainset, batch_size=args.bs, shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + dist.barrier() # We use a barrier here so that non-master replicas would wait for master to download the data +else: + dist.barrier() + trainset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.env.share_path(), train=True, download=False, transform=transform_train) + trainloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(trainset, batch_size=args.bs, shuffle=True, num_workers=2, drop_last=True) + +if args.autoscale_bsz: + trainloader.autoscale_batch_size(4096, local_bsz_bounds=(32, 1024), gradient_accumulation=True) + +validset = torchvision.datasets.CIFAR10(root=adaptdl.env.share_path(), train=False, download=False, transform=transform_test) +validloader = adl.AdaptiveDataLoader(validset, batch_size=100, shuffle=False, num_workers=2) + +# Model +print('==> Building model..') +net = eval(args.model)() +net = net.to(device) +if device == 'cuda': + cudnn.benchmark = True + +criterion = nn.CrossEntropyLoss() +optimizer = optim.SGD([{"params": [param]} for param in net.parameters()], + lr=args.lr, momentum=0.9, weight_decay=5e-4) +lr_scheduler = MultiStepLR(optimizer, [30, 45], 0.1) + +net = adl.AdaptiveDataParallel(net, optimizer, lr_scheduler) + +# Training +def train(epoch): + print('\nEpoch: %d' % epoch) + net.train() + stats = adl.Accumulator() + for inputs, targets in trainloader: + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + optimizer.zero_grad() + outputs = net(inputs) + loss = criterion(outputs, targets) + loss.backward() + optimizer.step() + + stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) + _, predicted = outputs.max(1) + stats["total"] += targets.size(0) + stats["correct"] += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() + + trainloader.to_tensorboard(writer, epoch, tag_prefix="AdaptDL/Data/") + net.to_tensorboard(writer, epoch, tag_prefix="AdaptDL/Model/") + with stats.synchronized(): + stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] + stats["accuracy"] = stats["correct"] / stats["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Train", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Train", stats["accuracy"], epoch) + print("Train:", stats) + +def valid(epoch): + net.eval() + stats = adl.Accumulator() + with torch.no_grad(): + for inputs, targets in validloader: + inputs, targets = inputs.to(device), targets.to(device) + outputs = net(inputs) + loss = criterion(outputs, targets) + + stats["loss_sum"] += loss.item() * targets.size(0) + _, predicted = outputs.max(1) + stats["total"] += targets.size(0) + stats["correct"] += predicted.eq(targets).sum().item() + + with stats.synchronized(): + stats["loss_avg"] = stats["loss_sum"] / stats["total"] + stats["accuracy"] = stats["correct"] / stats["total"] + writer.add_scalar("Loss/Valid", stats["loss_avg"], epoch) + writer.add_scalar("Accuracy/Valid", stats["accuracy"], epoch) + + if adaptdl.env.replica_rank() == 0: + nni.report_intermediate_result(stats["accuracy"], accum=stats) + + print("Valid:", stats) + return stats["accuracy"] + + +tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( + os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), + os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "cifar-adaptdl") +) +if not os.path.exists(tensorboard_dir): + os.makedirs(tensorboard_dir) + +with SummaryWriter(tensorboard_dir) as writer: + acc = 0 + for epoch in adl.remaining_epochs_until(args.epochs): + train(epoch) + acc = valid(epoch) + lr_scheduler.step() + + if adaptdl.env.replica_rank() == 0: + nni.report_final_result(acc) diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/search_space_adl.json b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/search_space_adl.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..0dadf05f6a --- /dev/null +++ b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/search_space_adl.json @@ -0,0 +1,5 @@ +{ + "lr":{"_type":"choice", "_value":[0.1, 0.01, 0.001]}, + "bs":{"_type":"choice","_value":[64, 96, 128]}, + "model":{"_type":"choice", "_value":["ResNet18", "SENet18", "MobileNet"]} +} From 6a32f177fd2b20a8afd1d11f50d861817dd93266 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: hao-howard-zhang Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:02:10 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 44/45] rename tensorboard dir env var --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md | 4 ++-- examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py | 2 +- src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json | 2 +- 3 files changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md index c50e050fdf..6a109e3c68 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md @@ -147,7 +147,7 @@ In other words, it is not supported to monitor stopped experiments. In the trial container you may have access to two environment variables: -* `ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR`: the TensorBoard logging directory for the current experiment, +* `ADAPTDL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR`: the TensorBoard logging directory for the current experiment, * `NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID`: the `trial` job id for the current trial. It is recommended for to have them joined as the directory for trial, @@ -156,7 +156,7 @@ for example in Python: ```python import os tensorboard_logdir = os.path.join( - os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR"), + os.getenv("ADAPTDL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR"), os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID") ) ``` diff --git a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py index 1b6dff462f..c162c2bfc9 100644 --- a/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py +++ b/examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch/main_adl.py @@ -153,7 +153,7 @@ def valid(epoch): tensorboard_dir = os.path.join( - os.getenv("ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), + os.getenv("ADAPTDL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "/adaptdl/tensorboard"), os.getenv("NNI_TRIAL_JOB_ID", "cifar-adaptdl") ) if not os.path.exists(tensorboard_dir): diff --git a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json index fdeab1c184..462f561ca5 100644 --- a/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json +++ b/src/nni_manager/config/adl/adaptdljob-template.json @@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ "value": "/adaptdl/checkpoint" }, { - "name": "ADAPTDLCTL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", + "name": "ADAPTDL_TENSORBOARD_LOGDIR", "value": "/adaptdl/tensorboard" }, { From 7dd3ba0c24a66efbcfc1e4d742fe297e71a13645 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: hao-howard-zhang Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:13:57 -0500 Subject: [PATCH 45/45] improve adaptdl doc --- docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md | 48 ++++++++++++----------- 1 file changed, 25 insertions(+), 23 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md index 6a109e3c68..4b95a00865 100644 --- a/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md +++ b/docs/en_US/TrainingService/AdaptDLMode.md @@ -32,21 +32,23 @@ kubectl api-versions | grep adaptdl ## Run an experiment +We have a CIFAR10 example that fully leverages the AdaptDL scheduler under `examples/trials/cifar10_pytorch` folder. (`main_adl.py` and `config_adl.yaml`) + Here is a template configuration specification to use AdaptDL as a training service. ```yaml -authorName: default +authorName: default experimentName: minimal_adl - -trainingServicePlatform: adl + +trainingServicePlatform: adl nniManagerIp: 10.1.10.11 -logCollection: http - +logCollection: http + tuner: builtinTunerName: GridSearch searchSpacePath: search_space.json -trialConcurrency: 2 +trialConcurrency: 2 maxTrialNum: 2 trial: @@ -68,24 +70,24 @@ trial: storageSize: 1Gi ``` -Those configs not mentioned below, are following the +Those configs not mentioned below, are following the [default specs defined in the NNI doc](https://nni.readthedocs.io/en/latest/Tutorial/ExperimentConfig.html#configuration-spec). * **trainingServicePlatform**: Choose `adl` to use the Kubernetes cluster with AdaptDL scheduler. * **nniManagerIp**: *Required* to get the correct info and metrics back from the cluster, for `adl` training service. -IP address of the machine with NNI manager (NNICTL) that launches NNI experiment. +IP address of the machine with NNI manager (NNICTL) that launches NNI experiment. * **logCollection**: *Recommended* to set as `http`. It will collect the trial logs on cluster back to your machine via http. * **tuner**: It supports the Tuun tuner and all NNI built-in tuners (only except for the checkpoint feature of the NNI PBT tuners). * **trial**: It defines the specs of an `adl` trial. * **adaptive**: (*Optional*) Boolean for AdaptDL trainer. While `true`, it the job is preemptible and adaptive. * **image**: Docker image for the trial - * **imagePullSecret**: (*Optional*) If you are using a private registry, + * **imagePullSecret**: (*Optional*) If you are using a private registry, you need to provide the secret to successfully pull the image. * **codeDir**: the working directory of the container. `.` means the default working directory defined by the image. * **command**: the bash command to start the trial * **gpuNum**: the number of GPUs requested for this trial. It must be non-negative integer. * **cpuNum**: (*Optional*) the number of CPUs requested for this trial. It must be non-negative integer. - * **memorySize**: (*Optional*) the size of memory requested for this trial. It must follow the Kubernetes + * **memorySize**: (*Optional*) the size of memory requested for this trial. It must follow the Kubernetes [default format](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/configuration/manage-resources-containers/#meaning-of-memory). * **nfs**: (*Optional*) mounting external storage. For more information about using NFS please check the below paragraph. * **checkpoint** (*Optional*) [storage settings](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/storage/storage-classes/) for AdaptDL internal checkpoints. You can keep it optional if you are not dev users. @@ -93,29 +95,29 @@ IP address of the machine with NNI manager (NNICTL) that launches NNI experiment ### NFS Storage As you may have noticed in the above configuration spec, -an *optional* section is available to configure NFS external storage. It is optional when no external storage is required, when for example an docker image is sufficient with codes and data inside. +an *optional* section is available to configure NFS external storage. It is optional when no external storage is required, when for example an docker image is sufficient with codes and data inside. Note that `adl` training service does NOT help mount an NFS to the local dev machine, so that one can manually mount it to local, manage the filesystem, copy the data or code etc. The `adl` training service can then mount it to the kubernetes for every trials, with the proper configurations: * **server**: NFS server address, e.g. IP address or domain * **path**: NFS server export path, i.e. the absolute path in NFS that can be mounted to trials -* **containerMountPath**: In container absolute path to mount the NFS **path** above, -so that every trial will have the access to the NFS. -In the trial containers, you can access the NFS with this path. +* **containerMountPath**: In container absolute path to mount the NFS **path** above, +so that every trial will have the access to the NFS. +In the trial containers, you can access the NFS with this path. Use cases: * If your training trials depend on a dataset of large size, you may want to download it first onto the NFS first, - and mount it so that it can be shared across multiple trials. + and mount it so that it can be shared across multiple trials. * The storage for containers are ephemeral and the trial containers will be deleted after a trial's lifecycle is over. -So if you want to export your trained models, -you may mount the NFS to the trial to persist and export your trained models. +So if you want to export your trained models, +you may mount the NFS to the trial to persist and export your trained models. In short, it is not limited how a trial wants to read from or write on the NFS storage, so you may use it flexibly as per your needs. -## Monitor via Log Stream +## Monitor via Log Stream Follow the log streaming of a certain trial: @@ -128,7 +130,7 @@ nnictl log trial --trial_id= ``` Note that *after* a trial has done and its pod has been deleted, -no logs can be retrieved then via this command. +no logs can be retrieved then via this command. However you may still be able to access the past trial logs according to the following approach. @@ -142,7 +144,7 @@ an independent TensorBoard logging directory thus dashboard. You can only use the TensorBoard while the monitored experiment is running. -In other words, it is not supported to monitor stopped experiments. +In other words, it is not supported to monitor stopped experiments. In the trial container you may have access to two environment variables: @@ -161,10 +163,10 @@ tensorboard_logdir = os.path.join( ) ``` -If an experiment is stopped, the data logged here +If an experiment is stopped, the data logged here (defined by *the above envs* for monitoring with the following commands) will be lost. To persist the logged data, you can use the external storage (e.g. to mount an NFS) -to export it and view the TensorBoard locally. +to export it and view the TensorBoard locally. With the above setting, you can monitor the experiment easily @@ -183,4 +185,4 @@ nnictl tensorboard start It will provide you the web url to access the tensorboard. Note that you have the flexibility to set up the local `--port` -for the TensorBoard. +for the TensorBoard.