Ex-contractor at Eglin AFB sentenced to probation in fraud case tied to Congressional earmarksPENSACOLA, Fla. — A former defense contractor for Eglin Air Force Base was sentenced to four years’ probation Tuesday for obstructing justice as part of wider fraud scheme by contractors and defense lobbyists with ties to a powerful Pennsylvania congressman. Massachusetts governor faces a delicate dance as he weighs interim Kennedy replacementBOSTON — For Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, picking a temporary replacement for the late Sen. Edward M. Kennedy isn’t just about finding the best person to represent the state in Washington. Ex-pro wrestling CEO running for US Senate in Connecticut: I didn’t always smack down my voteHARTFORD, Conn. — Linda McMahon’s wrestling empire urged young adults to vote in 2008, but the former World Wrestling Entertainment CEO didn’t always follow suit. Afghan officials hide, or quit, because of increasing Taliban assassination attacksKABUL — During his two years as a provincial governor in Afghanistan, Arsalah Jamal survived four suicide attacks. As election nears, far-right party tells candidates of foreign descent to leave GermanyBERLIN — A far-right party has sent letters to 30 politicians of foreign descent who are candidates in Germany’s national election on Sunday, telling them to leave the country. Military plane crashes during parade where Ahmadinejad boasts of Iran’s military mightTEHRAN, Iran — President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Tuesday that Iran is stronger than ever and warned that its military will “cut the hand” of anyone who attacks. But a military parade where he spoke was marred when an air force plane crashed, killing seven people, according to state radio. Close Portuguese elections may bring end of ‘ferocious’ Socialist reformerLISBON, Portugal — Just before he came to power in a landslide four years ago, Portuguese Prime Minister Jose Socrates described himself in political terms as “a ferocious animal” — an uncompromising reformer who would turn Portugal into one of Europe’s go-getters. NY Gov. Paterson, low in polls, keeps silent after Obama gives him lukewarm introductionTROY, N.Y. — Former President Bill Clinton weighed in Tuesday on the waning political fortune of New York Gov. David Paterson, saying he is “not in good shape now” politically. Ahead of midterm elections, Obama choosing sides in family, er party, squabblesWASHINGTON — A nod here. A nudge there. And the weight of the White House backing them up. In army parade speech, Ahmadinejad warns Iran will retaliate against anyone who attacks itTEHRAN, Iran — President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad claimed Tuesday his country is now stronger than ever and warned that the Iranian military will “cut the hand” of anyone who dares attack the nation. RNC chairman says GOP must take steps to court black voters, faults both parties for povertyLITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele on Monday said his party must take steps to win over black voters, and he faulted both Democrats and the GOP for failing to address poverty. Interim Honduran government extends curfew to 26 hours, shuts down airportTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — The interim government in Honduras has extended a curfew to 26 hours after the ousted president unexpectedly returned home. Rights groups urge UN to name special envoy for Iranian abusesNEW YORK — Human rights groups urged the United Nations on Monday to appoint a special envoy to investigate continuing abuses in Iran following the disputed presidential elections there. Rights groups urge UN to appoint special envoy for abuses in IranNEW YORK — Human rights groups are urging the United Nations to appoint a special envoy to investigate continuing abuses in Iran following the disputed presidential elections there. Interim Honduran govt. orders 15-hour curfew as ousted leader’s return prompts demonstrationsTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — The interim government in Honduras has ordered a 15-hour curfew after the ousted president unexpectedly returned home and supporters gathered in the streets to support him. NY indictment accuses high-profile Democratic fundraiser of $292 Ponzi schemeNEW YORK — Federal prosecutors have charged a wealthy fundraiser for Hillary Rodham Clinton and other top Democrats in an alleged $292 million Ponzi scheme that spanned more than a decade, saying he used some of the proceeds to support election campaigns. Obama shares stage with NY governor, attorney general amid 2010 political tensionsTROY, N.Y. — President Barack Obama called Gov. David Paterson “a wonderful man” Monday, a day after apparently throwing him into a fight for his political career — then praised Paterson’s chief rival for the job: state Attorney General Andrew Cuomo. Gunmen in southern Sudan kill at least 80 as wave of tribal violence engulfs the southCAIRO — Gunmen attacked a village in southern Sudan and killed some 80 people and wounded 46, said a southern government official Monday, adding that he believed the militia was organized by the central government. Honduras’ exiled President Zelaya returns to capital, defying threats of arrestTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Deposed President Manuel Zelaya made a dramatic return to Honduras’ capital Monday, taking shelter from arrest at Brazil’s embassy and calling for negotiations with the leaders who forced him from the country at gunpoint. Iran’s Ahmadinejad says he’s proud to have angered West with Holocaust denial ahead of UN tripTEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s president said Monday he is proud to stoke international outrage with his latest remarks denying the Holocaust as he heads for the United Nations this week — showing he is as defiant as ever while his country comes under greater pressure to curtail its nuclear program. Al-Qaida threat pushes Afghanistan to forefront of German campaign days before electionBERLIN — New threats by al-Qaida and fierce criticism of a German-ordered airstrike that killed dozens have pushed Germany’s mission in Afghanistan to the forefront of this country’s national election campaign. Mass. Senate likely to debate bill Tuesday allowing appointment for Kennedy’s Senate seatBOSTON — Massachusetts could have a new U.S. senator by the end of the week. Obama, NY governor greet each other warmly as tensions swirl around 2010 campaignTROY, N.Y. — Gov. David Paterson warmly greeted President Barack Obama as he walked off Air Force One on Monday into the epicenter of a dispute over whether the unpopular governor should run in the 2010 race. Obama trip to NY coincides with tensions over Washington role in governor’s raceALBANY, N.Y. — Embattled Gov. David Paterson was the first to greet President Barack Obama as he walked off Air Force One into the epicenter of a dispute over the New York governor’s race. Afghanistan leaps to fore of German election after airstrike deaths and al-Qaida threatsBERLIN — Police with machine pistols patrolled airports and train stations Monday after al-Qaida threatened Germans to vote to leave Afghanistan or face attack. Afghan fraud investigators to recount only a sample of suspect ballots to speed processKABUL — The U.N.-backed panel investigating fraud in Afghanistan’s presidential vote has agreed to allow a recount of just a sampling of hundreds of thousands of suspect ballots to speed a process some fear could stretch into spring, an official said Monday. French ex-prime minister Villepin on trial over alleged smear campaign targeting SarkozyPARIS — Former Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin lashed out at French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Monday at the start of a slander trial involving alleged dirty tricks by top politicians and businessmen. Iraqi Shiite leader appeals for unity before election, promises electricity, waterBAGHDAD — The leader of Iraq’s largest Shiite party sought Monday to shore up political support before January’s elections, urging his rivals to join him and resist what he called threats to their unity. Germany’s pro-business Free Democrats aim to get back into government amid economic crisisBERLIN — The traditional kingmaker of German politics — the Free Democrats — hope to return to government this weekend after 11 years in opposition, thanks to their popular pro-business line in a time of economic crisis. Report: Ahmadinejad says he is proud to have angered West with Holocaust denial commentsTEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s president said Monday he is proud to stoke international outrage with his latest remarks denying the Holocaust as he heads for the United Nations this week — showing he is as defiant as ever while his country comes under greater pressure to curtail its nuclear program. |
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