Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has insisted that this week's explosion of violence is not driven by religious tensions between Christians and Muslims. Read more »
House leader: Ethics panel ends Massa probe
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11.03.2010 5:05 0 views 0 comments Tags: House, Democratic, House, Democratic
AP - The House Democratic campaign chief said Wednesday the ethics committee has ended an investigation of former Rep. Eric Massa, but the freshman's alleged harassment of his staff members — with possible sexual overtones — could spell continuing trouble for the party. Read more »
Watchdog: GMAC bailout could cost taxpayers $6.3B
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11.03.2010 5:11 0 views 0 comments Tags: Department
AP - The Treasury Department sank billions into auto finance giant GMAC Inc. without an exit strategy or proof the company was viable — a decision that could cost taxpayers $6.3 billion, a new watchdog report says. Read more »
AP - Jason Kidd had 20 points and nine assists, Caron Butler added 16 points, and the Dallas Mavericks recovered from a lethargic start to match the NBA's longest winning streak this season with their 13th straight victory, 96-87 over the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night.
AP - Corey Haim's story is sadly familiar in Hollywood: A teen talent who discovered drugs as he tasted his first success and whose personal problems increased as his star-power faded.
FDA: more changes coming on drug safety
(Reuters)
10.03.2010 23:51 0 views 0 comments Tags: Four, Reuters, Drum, Recent
Reuters - Recent new powers have helped the U.S. Food and Drug Administration combat contaminated medications, counterfeit pills and other safety woes, but more work is needed to address lingering concerns about drug risks, FDA officials said on Wednesday.