French police arrest physicist at Europe’s Big Bang laboratory for suspected al-Qaida linkGENEVA — A physicist working at the world’s largest atom smasher has been arrested on suspicion of links to al-Qaida, adding to the woes of the $10 billion project that ceased operation a year ago — just days after its celebrated start up. Voters in Maine get historic chance to uphold or scrap state’s same-sex marriage lawPORTLAND, Maine — For an off-year election, in a state only rarely in the national political spotlight, an upcoming referendum on same-sex marriage has dramatic potential to make history and to roil emotions from coast to coast. Text of Obama’s remarks on winning the 2009 Nobel Peace PrizeText of President Barack Obama’s remarks at the White House Friday on winning the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize, as provided by the White House: Citigroup sells Phibro trading unit for $250 million and averts showdown with pay czarNEW YORK — Citigroup Inc. is removing one of the irritants in its relationship with the government, its Phibro commodities trading division that is paying one trader an estimated $100 million this year. Insurance law inspired by NH woman’s cancer battle takes effectCONCORD, N.H. — A federal law inspired by a New Hampshire woman’s courage and enacted through her mother’s determination took effect Friday, sparing seriously ill or injured college students from having to choose between taking time off and keeping their health insurance. Stocks gain momentum, on track for best week since July; Dollar rebound keeps advance in checkNEW YORK — The stock market is keeping its momentum going and giving stocks their best week in more than two months. Insurance law inspired by NH woman’s cancer battle takes effect FridayCONCORD, N.H. — A law inspired by a New Hampshire woman’s determination to stay in school while fighting cancer is now in effect across the country. New US law inspired by NH woman’s cancer battle helps sick students keep health coverageCONCORD, N.H. — A federal law inspired by a New Hampshire woman’s courage and enacted through her mother’s determination took effect Friday, sparing seriously ill or injured college students from having to choose between taking time off and keeping their health insurance. 2 die, 19 others taken to hospitals after being overcome at Arizona retreat’s sweat lodgePHOENIX — A sauna-like sweat lodge at an Arizona resort meant to provide spiritual cleansing became the scene of a police investigation Friday when more than a dozen people became ill during a two-hour session and two later died. Kennedy Center program that links arts groups with struggling schools could reinvent educationWASHINGTON — The Kennedy Center is announcing a new program that could reinvent arts education for schools struggling with budget cuts and fewer art teachers. From right and even a few on left, some challenge Obama’s worthiness for Nobel Peace PrizeWASHINGTON — Gee, you’d think a U.S. president who won the Nobel Peace Prize might get rave reviews from his party’s activists and polite congrats from top Republicans. Authorities: 5 taken to hospital with minor injuries in Blues escalator accidentST. LOUIS — An investigation was under way Friday after an escalator malfunction at the Scottrade Center injured 13 people, sending five to the hospital, following the St. Louis Blues’ home opener. BMW Manufacturing says flexibility the motive for adding 700 temporary jobs at SC plantSPARTANBURG, S.C. — BMW Manufacturing Co. will add 700 temporary workers to its South Carolina work force. European lab says French police have arrested physicist for suspected terror linksGENEVA — French police have arrested a nuclear physicist on suspicion that he had links to terrorist organizations in Algeria, the European Organization for Nuclear Research said Friday. Rains, mudslides kill more than 160 in typhoon-hit Philippines; US choppers come to rescueMANILA, Philippines — Driving rain on the heels of back-to-back storms triggered dozens of landslides across the northern Philippines on Friday, burying more than 160 people, washing away villages and leaving almost an entire province under water. US education chief calls for new teachers, says education is civil rights cause of our timeCHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan appealed Friday for a new generation of extraordinary teachers, calling education the civil rights cause of our time. Ay Carumba! Bart’s mom to be on cover of PlayboyCHICAGO — Marge is about to do something Homer might not approve of. US sues to return stolen mummy sarcophagus to Egypt; 3,000-year-old artifact turned up in Fla.MIAMI — The U.S. is taking legal steps to return a stolen 3,000-year-old sarcophagus to Egypt. Man killed by falling boat in multi-vehicle crash that shuts down S. Florida expresswayHIALEAH, Fla. — A man has died from a falling boat in an early morning, multi-vehicle crash on a South Florida expressway. ALL BUSINESS: Corporate boards still fail at leadership development and executive payNEW YORK — Corporate directors don’t like it when shareholders accuse them of being management cronies, but how else can they be seen when they drop the ball on basic responsibilities like leadership development and executive pay? US reaction to Obama’s win of Nobel Peace Prize ranges from praise to criticismSome U.S. reaction to President Barack Obama’s win of the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday: Obama says he’ll accept Nobel Peace Prize as ‘call to action’ toward peace and prosperityWASHINGTON — A beaming President Barack Obama said Friday he was both honored and humbled to win the Nobel Peace Prize and would accept it as a “call to action” to work with other nations to solve the world’s most pressing problems. Modeled after the shoe-focused Zappos, startup Bonobos sells little more than pants that fitNEW YORK — Brian Spaly’s quest for the perfect pair of pants led him and former roommate Andy Dunn to start a Web-only clothing company that wants to sell men’s trousers that fit — without the need for fitting rooms. Barack Obama hails Peace Prize, says his work toward peace and prosperity only beginningWASHINGTON — A beaming President Barack Obama says he’s honored to win the Nobel Peace Prize, but says he isn’t sure he’s done enough to earn it. USDA: Cotton production to rise slightly over ‘08; some Southern farmers expect record yieldsNEW ORLEANS — U.S. cotton production is forecast to reach 13 million bales, slightly more than a year ago, with farmers in parts of the South expecting record yields. European particle lab says French police have arrested physicist for suspected terror linksGENEVA — French police have arrested a nuclear physicist on suspicion that he had links to terrorist organizations in Algeria, the European Organization for Nuclear Research said Friday. Corn, soybeans, oats futures gain on Chicago BOT, wheat slips; Livestock prices mostly downCHICAGO — Agriculture futures mostly rose Friday on the Chicago Board of Trade. Goldman Sachs analyst cuts Aeropostale to ‘Sell,’ says its stock will likely start to slowNEW YORK — A Goldman Sachs analyst lowered her rating on Aeropostale Inc. Friday, saying the apparel retailer’s stock will likely start to slow as competitors make headway. Analyst raises estimates on PepsiCo for 2009, 2010, cites strong international growthMILWAUKEE — An analyst on Friday raised his estimates for PepsiCo Inc., saying the soft drink and snack maker had better-than-expected pricing and profit margins in its third quarter, particularly in its international division. SC golfer loses lower arm when alligator attacks as he leaned over to retrieve ball on courseBEAUFORT, S.C. — Officials say an alligator bit off part of a golfer’s arm as he leaned over to pick up his ball at a private South Carolina course. |
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