Congressional Democrats prepare to go it alone on health care overhaul without GOP supportWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is still talking compromise on a comprehensive health care bill to extend coverage to nearly 50 million Americans who lack it and contain rising costs. Privately, Democrats are preparing a one-party push, which they feel is all but inevitable. Obama renews health care push as Democrats privately weigh a one-party approachWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is broadening his push for overhauling health care even as congressional Democrats quietly pursue ways to achieve their goals without any Republican help. Afghan journalists refuse to comply with gov’t demand not to broadcast election day violenceKABUL — Afghan journalists charged Wednesday that their government was violating the constitution by trying to censor reports of violence on election day, and they vowed to flout the order issued by an administration that appears increasingly hostile toward the media. Feds to release more details on SC Learjet crash that killed 4, injured drummer and DJCOLUMBIA, S.C. — Federal investigators plan to release more information about a Learjet crash in South Carolina that killed four people and injured drummer Travis Barker and DJ AM. Venezuelan journalists call on top prosecutor to resign over proposal to punish ‘media crimes’CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuela’s journalist association urged the nation’s top prosecutor to resign Wednesday for proposing legislation to punish yet-to-be defined “media crimes.” Anger, sadness as 34 radio stations forced off air in Venezuela; critics see attack on dissentCARACAS, Venezuela — Radio hosts hung their heads as their FM station was forced off the airwaves along with 33 other broadcasters targeted by President Hugo Chavez’s government in what critics say is a campaign to muzzle his foes. 200 Venezuelans protest Chavez government’s decision to shut down 34 radio stationsCARACAS, Venezuela — Some 200 Venezuelans gathered outside a Caracas broadcaster Saturday to protest a decision by President Hugo Chavez’s government to revoke the licenses of 34 radio stations. Venezuelan regulators revoke 34 private radio stations’ broadcast concessionsCARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan regulators revoked the broadcast rights of 34 radio stations on Friday, deepening a rift between President Hugo Chavez’s government and the private media. Venezuelan regulators to revoke 34 private radio stations’ broadcast concessionsCARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuelan regulators revoked the broadcast rights of 34 radio stations on Friday, deepening a rift between President Hugo Chavez’s government and the private media. Venezuelan prosecutor says ‘freedom of expression must be limited,’ proposes new restrictionsCARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuela’s top prosecutor insisted Thursday that freedom of expression in Venezuela “must be limited” and proposed legislation that would slap additional restrictions on the country’s news media. Stock regulator raises profile with ads as Congress seeks to improve financial oversightWASHINGTON — A little known industry-sponsored group that oversees stock brokers is raising its profile with a national media campaign as Congress works on tightening the government’s regulation of banks and other financial service providers. Cronkite, authoritative anchor called ‘most trusted man in America,’ remembered as ‘an icon’NEW YORK — The death of Walter Cronkite elicited tributes from colleagues, presidents past and present, world-famous astronauts and those who hoped in vain to fill his empty anchor chair, all honoring the avuncular face of TV journalism who became the “most trusted man in America.” Mother of co-pilot killed in South Carolina Learjet crash files wrongful death lawsuit in LALOS ANGELES — The mother of a co-pilot killed in a plane crash that seriously injured former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker and DJ AM has sued the plane’s manufacturer, operators and tiremaker. NTSB says Learjet should change thrusting system on plane after evaluating deadly SC crashCOLUMBIA, S.C. — Nearly a year after a plane hurtled off the end of a South Carolina runway last fall, killing four and injuring celebrity DJ AM and former Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, federal regulators said Friday the plane’s manufacturer should make changes to part of the plane’s design. Palin signs gun rights bill, then appears on gun rights radio talk showANCHORAGE, Alaska — Gun rights enthusiasts welcomed Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as she made an appearance Friday on a radio talk show, whose callers included rock n’ roller turned avid hunter Ted Nugent. Venezuela imposing new rules on cable television, closing radio stationsCARACAS, Venezuela — President Hugo Chavez’s government is imposing new regulations on cable television while revoking the licenses of more than 200 radio stations, the top telecommunications official said Thursday. Venezuelan official says 240 radio stations to have licenses revokedCARACAS, Venezuela — The head of Venezuela’s telecommunications regulatory agency said Friday that 240 radio stations will have their licenses revoked for failing to update their registrations with the government. Senate comes under pressure from Obama to follow House’s lead and pass climate change billWASHINGTON — Hailing the House, President Barack Obama put pressure on senators Saturday to follow its lead and pass legislation to limit greenhouse gas emissions, helping usher the U.S. into a new age of energy efficiency. Hailing House vote, Obama calls on Senate to pass climate, energy billWASHINGTON — Hours after the House passed landmark legislation meant to curb greenhouse gas emissions and create an energy-efficient economy, President Barack Obama on Saturday urged senators to show courage and follow suit. Small Persian-language radio in Holland is one of few outside news sources for IraniansAMSTERDAM — Until the Iranian election this month, Holland’s Radio Zamaneh was more interested in underground music, alternative literature and interviews with Iranian cultural figures than in politics. Obama pleads for action on health care agenda, proclaims on radio ‘it’s time to deliver’WASHINGTON — The White House, backing away from President Barack Obama’s “it’s-all-on-the-table” approach initially advocated, prepared to get louder and more involved in the details of a health care overhaul that officials once were content to leave to Congress, administration officials said Saturday. Broadcasters say majority of US House opposed to new performers royalty for radio airplayLOS ANGELES — The National Association of Broadcasters says a majority of U.S. House members are now opposed to imposing new fees on radio stations to pay performance artists. Radio station WWOZ gives the New Orleans Jazz Fest to the rest of the worldNEW ORLEANS — Hot Club of New Orleans was on stage at Economy Hall tuning up before its set at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. In the big black truck behind the tent, a group of technicians hovered around a high-tech board, ready to send the band’s music out to the world. Immigration foes use swine flu to renew arguments that Mexican border should be sealedThe swine flu virus has infected the immigration debate, with talk show comments like “fajita flu” and “illegal aliens are the carriers” drawing vehement protests from Hispanic advocates. Where’s the good life? Tony Bennett wants pay for performers when radio plays their tunesWASHINGTON — Singer Tony Bennett says it’s a crime that performers don’t get paid by radio stations when their music is broadcast. Tony Bennett says it’s a ‘crime’ radio stations don’t pay performers for playing their tunesWASHINGTON — Singer Tony Bennett says it’s a crime that performers don’t get paid by radio stations when their music is broadcast. Obituaries in the newsBen Ali WASHINGTON (AP) — Ben Ali, the founder of Ben’s Chili Bowl diner, a landmark in Washington’s black business and entertainment district and a frequent stop for politicians and celebrities, has died. He was 82. NYC mayor, already on television and radio with campaign ads, launches online blitzNEW YORK — Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s campaign ads are already all over television and radio, and now they’ll be popping up online as well. |
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