NYT > World
11 Mar 2010 at 10:20pm
Protests by opponents of the prime minister appeared to delay the announcement of the preliminary results and could undermine public
acceptance of the outcome.
Earthquake?s Burdens Weigh Heavily on Haiti?s Elderly
11 Mar 2010 at 8:50pm
No strangers to hardship, elderly Haitians find themselves distinctly vulnerable and emotionally burdened these days.
Afghan Tribal Rivalries Bedevil a U.S. Plan
11 Mar 2010 at 10:40pm
Fighting between Afghan subtribes raises questions about using tribes as part of a counterinsurgency strategy.
World Food Program Won?t Renew Some Somalia Contracts
11 Mar 2010 at 9:40pm
World Food Program officials said it would welcome an independent investigation into its Somalia operations after a report that up to half the food aid was being diverted.
Talks to Address Trade in Tuna and Ivory
11 Mar 2010 at 9:40pm
A 12-day meeting in Qatar could help determine the fate of endangered species from rhinoceroses to polar bears to red coral.
Tale Increases Public Mistrust of Moscow?s Police
11 Mar 2010 at 8:29pm
In a video posted on the Internet, a man describes police ordering several drivers to use their cars as a shield to stop an armed criminal.
Thailand Braces for Political Rallies in Capital
11 Mar 2010 at 4:04am
While pledging nonviolence, protest leaders say they will gather mass rallies and blockades of government offices, starting on Friday and building over the following days.
Aftershocks Jolt Chile as New Leader, Piñera, Is Sworn In
11 Mar 2010 at 10:40pm
An earthquake hit central Chile as the inaugural ceremonies President Sebastián Piñera were under way.
Tokyo Journal: Rough Time at School for Japan?s Little Princess Adds to Royal...
11 Mar 2010 at 8:13pm
The bullying of the 8-year-old daughter of Princess Masako has put the princess?s history of depression into the glare of Japan?s tabloid press.
Biden to Leave Mideast Amid Uncertainty and Unease
11 Mar 2010 at 8:21pm
Uncertainty over talks with the Palestinians seems to have grown during the vice president?s visit.
NYT > U.S.
19 Sep 2008 at 8:43am
Lenders have become even less willing to part with their money, further crimping budgets and family spending.
For Rivals, Finance Crisis Is Posing on-the-Fly Tests
19 Sep 2008 at 7:44am
The presidential race has turned into an audition for who could best handle a national economic emergency.
Drug Label, Maimed Patient and Test for Court
19 Sep 2008 at 8:39am
At issue is whether plaintiffs have the right to sue when the products that hurt them had met federal standards.
After Impasse, New California Budget Agreement
19 Sep 2008 at 4:20am
California legislative leaders and the governor have come to an agreement on the state budget, which is now roughly three months late.
California Bans Texting by Operators of Trains
19 Sep 2008 at 3:01am
After investigators said an engineer in last week?s collision had been texting on the job, regulators temporarily banned the use of all cellular devices by anyone at the controls of a moving train.
Political Memo: Given G.O.P. Predicament, Rangel Opts to Ride Out the Storm
19 Sep 2008 at 4:09am
Democrats believe that a long list of Republican lawmakers with legal troubles makes it impossible for Republicans to gain much ground on the issues of ethics and good government.
Panel Proposes Broad Changes in Federal Financial Aid for College
19 Sep 2008 at 3:09am
The recommendations included a simpler application, Pell grant maximums linked to the consumer price index and federally financed college savings accounts for children in low-income families.
Chicago Unveils Multifaceted Plan to Curb Emissions of Heat-Trapping Gases
19 Sep 2008 at 3:18am
The blueprint would change the city?s building codes to promote energy efficiency, and it calls for installing huge solar panels at municipal properties and building alternative fueling stations.
Vast Bailout by U.S. Proposed in Bid to Stem Financial Crisis
19 Sep 2008 at 9:34am
Treasury and Fed officials were discussing with leaders in Congress a plan for the government to buy up distressed mortgages.
A Bid to Curb Profit Gambit as Banks Fall
19 Sep 2008 at 3:53am
A backlash against short sellers has begun, with regulators in the U.S. and Britain tightening rules and authorities in New York intensifying investigations.
NYT > Home Page
11 Mar 2010 at 10:05pm
A settlement of up to $657.5 million has been reached in the cases of thousands of rescue and cleanup workers who sued the city over damage to their health, according to city officials.
Lehman Brothers Hid Borrowing, Examiner Says
11 Mar 2010 at 10:10pm
The Wall Street bank used accounting gimmicks to hide its financial weakness in the months before its bankruptcy, according to a 2,200-page report.
Cuomo to Recuse Himself From Paterson Investigations
11 Mar 2010 at 10:20pm
Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo appointed an independent counsel, Judith S. Kaye, to take over his office?s investigations of Gov. David A. Paterson.
Obama Social Secretary Ran Into Sharp Elbows
11 Mar 2010 at 10:10pm
The rise and fall of Desirée Rogers: the White House social secretary who became a victim of a publicity stunt by aspiring reality show stars.
Earthquake?s Burdens Weigh Heavily on Haiti?s Elderly
11 Mar 2010 at 8:50pm
No strangers to hardship, elderly Haitians find themselves distinctly vulnerable and emotionally burdened these days.
?The Demons?: 12-Hour Play, and Endless Bragging Rights
11 Mar 2010 at 10:13pm
?The Demons,? a 12-hour production of a grim Dostoyevsky novel that will be performed only twice, may be the must-see show of the New York theater season.
Rapid Rise in Seed Prices Draws U.S. Scrutiny
11 Mar 2010 at 10:00pm
A Justice Department antitrust investigation of the seed industry is apparently focused on Monsanto.
Patchwork Retirement Plan Adds to Greece?s Debt Woes
11 Mar 2010 at 10:11pm
Greece?s retirement plan, which lets 14 percent of its work force retire early, has become divisive in Europe.
U.C.L.A. 75, Arizona 69: U.C.L.A. Ends Arizona?s N.C.A.A. Tournament Streak
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
Arizona?s streak of 25 consecutive N.C.A.A. appearances has ended, and with it their hopes of an automatic bid.
Top Obama Priorities Collide as Student Loan Legislation May Be Attached to H...
11 Mar 2010 at 10:10pm
Top Democrats are fighting to attach the proposed overhaul of student loans to health care legislation.
NYT > Sports
11 Mar 2010 at 10:10pm
Syracuse center Arinze Onuaku left with an injury but is expected to be back for the N.C.A.A. tournament.
U.C.L.A. 75, Arizona 69: U.C.L.A. Ends Arizona?s N.C.A.A. Tournament Streak
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
Arizona?s streak of 25 consecutive N.C.A.A. appearances has ended, and with it their hopes of an automatic bid.
Sec Tournament: SEC Is Struggling to Show It Has More Than Kentucky
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
The conference?s leading scorer had a disappointing finish as South Carolina lost, and No. 15 Tennessee had a hard time in winning its opener.
Marquette 80, Villanova 76: Marquette Outshoots Villanova to Reach Semifinals
11 Mar 2010 at 5:30pm
For the fourth-seeded Wildcats, the loss came at a time when they were already being criticized for losing 5 of their past 10 league games. Marquette will play Georgetown Friday.
Mets? Jose Reyes Could Start Season on Disabled List
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
Mets shortstop Jose Reyes is likely to start the season on the disabled list, missing two to eight weeks, his agent said on Thursday.
Tigers? Cabrera Trying to Put Personal Problems Behind Him
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
Detroit?s Miguel Cabrera finished fourth in voting for the American League M.V.P. last season, but was also dogged by off-the-field issues.
On Derby Trail, Atkinson Is Unlikely Rider for Surprising Caracortado
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
Paul Atkinson, who has never ridden in a Triple Crown race, will be aboard Caracortado, the likely favorite in Saturday?s San Felipe Stakes at Santa Anita.
Winter Games Yield Forecasting Insights
11 Mar 2010 at 10:16pm
The Vancouver Games forecasting system is part of a program to improve the accuracy of short-term, winter storm forecasting.
A Push for Binghamton to Exit Division I
11 Mar 2010 at 10:44pm
A statement signed by 18 faculty members recommended a vote on whether Binghamton should remain in Division I after a scandal surrounding the men?s basketball team.
Notre Dame 50, Pitt 45: Upsets Continue as Irish Beat Pitt
11 Mar 2010 at 9:45pm
A grind-it-out halfcourt offense and timely defense enabled seventh-seeded Notre Dame to upset No. 2 Pitt in the quarterfinals of the Big East tournament.
NYT > Technology
11 Mar 2010 at 11:06am
Police and paramedics use an array of dashboard devices, a boon for their jobs that also presents a clear risk.
Pink Floyd Wins Court Battle With EMI Over Downloads
11 Mar 2010 at 12:13pm
The court ruling prevents the record company from selling single downloads on the Internet from the group's concept albums.
Tricks to Keep Your Device?s Battery Going and Going
11 Mar 2010 at 3:00am
Smartphone and laptop batteries may seem like cruel masters when they threaten to lose power, but you have more control than you may think.
How to Choose the Right Apple iPad for You
11 Mar 2010 at 7:14pm
A step-by-step guide to making a smart choice between the Wi-Fi-only and 3G versions of the tablet from Apple.
South by Southwest: A Virtual Playground in Austin
11 Mar 2010 at 7:04pm
Start-up hopefuls and creative entrepreneurs are heading to the South by Southwest technology conference.
What We're Reading: A Nobel Peace Prize for Us All?
11 Mar 2010 at 6:57pm
Our daily roundup of Internet gems looks at a campaign to award the Nobel Peace Prize to the Internet, quantum computing and one airline's crackdown on video chatting in the air.
Nokia Is Coming to America - Still
11 Mar 2010 at 7:05pm
Backed by flashy new phones and fresh software, Nokia is ready to woo American smartphone buyers all over again on price.
A Futures Site Coming to Bet on Movie Ticket Sales
11 Mar 2010 at 10:33am
A virtual futures exchange is being assembled to allow people to bet money on a film?s box office success.
The Mouse That Roared: Turning to the Internet to Catch a Favorite TV Show
11 Mar 2010 at 1:06pm
With new devices making it easy to stream Internet content to a television, more people are watching cable shows for free.
Advertising: Like Texting, but With Video
10 Mar 2010 at 10:09pm
Companies like American Greetings are moving beyond texting by offering services that send video messages to cellphones.
NYT > Health
11 Mar 2010 at 6:14am
It now appears possible to sequence a patient?s genome at reasonable cost and with sufficient accuracy to be useful.
Doctor and Patient: Learning to Keep Patients Safe in a Culture of Fear
11 Mar 2010 at 2:41pm
The threat of blame, even malpractice, looms over doctors working to prevent medical errors.
Safe in Bed?
10 Mar 2010 at 12:58pm
Government agencies have long warned of the hazards of bed rails, but they are still used in many nursing homes.
Recipes for Health: Warm Chickpeas and Greens With Vinaigrette
10 Mar 2010 at 11:58pm
In parts of France, farmers make a traditional meal of boiled chickpeas and spinach or chard.
Panel Urges New Look at Caesarean Guidelines
11 Mar 2010 at 2:06am
The medical experts told an National Institutes of Health conference that the trend of ?once a Caesarean, always a Caesarean? may be safely reversed.
Concocting a Cure for Kids With Issues
11 Mar 2010 at 12:17pm
Through a controversial practice called vision therapy, some optometrists say they can treat learning disabilities.
Fitness : Hula-Hooping Fans Hope It Is the Next Big Trend in Fitness
10 Mar 2010 at 3:50pm
Hula-hooping converts are hoping it is the next big trend in fitness, but some exercise professionals are doubtful.
Flu Shots in Children Can Help Community
10 Mar 2010 at 2:40am
A study of farming colonies in Canada found that giving flu vaccine to schoolchildren protected the community.
Maker Drops Hip Device, Then Warns of Failures
10 Mar 2010 at 3:08am
DePuy Orthopaedics alerted doctors to a high early failure rate of its artificial hip after announcing it would phase out the device citing slow sales.
Protein Suspected in Alzheimer?s May Be Needed to Fight Infection
10 Mar 2010 at 1:29pm
Beta amyloid, which was once thought to be a chief villain in Alzheimer?s, may be part of the brain?s normal defenses, researchers at Harvard suggested.
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