As veterans await checks, VA workers get $24M bonuses -- Outside the Veterans Affairs Department, severely wounded veterans have faced financial hardship waiting for their first disability payment. Inside, money has been flowing in the form of $24 million in bonuses.
WHO predicts ‘explosion’ of swine flu cases -- The global spread of swine flu will endanger more lives as it speeds up in coming months and governments must boost preparations for a swift response, the World Health Organization said today.
Over 50 killed on Afghan election day -- More than 50 people have been killed throughout Afghanistan, as voters went to the polls to elect a new president to lead the country out of militant-related violence. After the polls closed, the incumbent Afghan President who is running for a second term, hailed the turnout, saying those who cast their ballot displayed great bravery.
Australia signs $50bn gas deal with China -- The world's two biggest listed oil companies signed an A$50 billion (£25 billion) deal to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Australia to China in the largest-ever trade deal between the two countries.
Cash for Clunkers to end on Monday -- The Obama administration will end the popular $3 billion Cash for Clunkers program on Monday, giving car shoppers a few more days to take advantage of big government incentives.
Eating Curry Fights Dementia -- Regular consumption of curry could reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, according to a study conducted by researchers from Duke University and presented at the annual meeting of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Ten Things That Are Missing from Obama's Health Care Reform Debate -- Read the top 10 things missing from Obama's health care reform plan. Number 1 being ending the FDA's suppression of natural cures and safe, effective nutritional supplements.
Government Permission Will Be Required To Travel -- In other words, if your name appears among hundreds of thousands on "watchlists," or you assert that the government should not require ID to fly or you don't want to reveal your date of birth for concern about identity theft, or you don't choose to declare your gender, you can just stay home or find other modes of transportation.
Mexico Hit By Lowest Rainfall In 68 Years -- Mexico is suffering from its driest year in 68 years, killing crops and cattle in the countryside and forcing the government to slow the flow of water to the crowded capital.
WHO predicts ‘explosion’ of swine flu cases -- The global spread of swine flu will endanger more lives as it speeds up in coming months and governments must boost preparations for a swift response, the World Health Organization said today.
Over 50 killed on Afghan election day -- More than 50 people have been killed throughout Afghanistan, as voters went to the polls to elect a new president to lead the country out of militant-related violence. After the polls closed, the incumbent Afghan President who is running for a second term, hailed the turnout, saying those who cast their ballot displayed great bravery.
Australia signs $50bn gas deal with China -- The world's two biggest listed oil companies signed an A$50 billion (£25 billion) deal to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Australia to China in the largest-ever trade deal between the two countries.
Cash for Clunkers to end on Monday -- The Obama administration will end the popular $3 billion Cash for Clunkers program on Monday, giving car shoppers a few more days to take advantage of big government incentives.
Eating Curry Fights Dementia -- Regular consumption of curry could reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, according to a study conducted by researchers from Duke University and presented at the annual meeting of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Ten Things That Are Missing from Obama's Health Care Reform Debate -- Read the top 10 things missing from Obama's health care reform plan. Number 1 being ending the FDA's suppression of natural cures and safe, effective nutritional supplements.
Government Permission Will Be Required To Travel -- In other words, if your name appears among hundreds of thousands on "watchlists," or you assert that the government should not require ID to fly or you don't want to reveal your date of birth for concern about identity theft, or you don't choose to declare your gender, you can just stay home or find other modes of transportation.
Mexico Hit By Lowest Rainfall In 68 Years -- Mexico is suffering from its driest year in 68 years, killing crops and cattle in the countryside and forcing the government to slow the flow of water to the crowded capital.
