Economy sheds 345,000 jobs in May, a big improvement; jobless past shoots well past 9 percentWASHINGTON — Employers throttled back on layoffs in May and cut the fewest jobs in any month since the financial crisis erupted last fall — raising the brightest hope yet that an economic recovery will take hold later this year. American, German veterans pay respects to fallen comrades 65 years after D-Day landingsLA CAMBE, France — Americans and Germans who were bitter enemies during the D-Day invasion of France shared stories and moments of silence at a Normandy ceremony Friday, joining together to honor those who perished in the epochal World War II beach landings. UN racism investigator calls on Washington to fight racial profilingGENEVA — The United Nations’ top racism investigator says Washington needs to step up the fight against racial profiling. World stock markets up modestly even though US jobs data stokes recovery talkLONDON — World stock markets rose modestly Friday even though better than expected U.S. jobs data stoked hopes that the world’s largest economy may emerge from recession earlier than anticipated — a sign that further gains may prove more difficult than during the recent rally. Industry inputs sought to boost food processing sectorNEW DELHI - The government has sought the food processing industry’s support to set a 100-day target for the sector. Western Pa. mom charged with fatally beating infant with part of crib while assembling itUNIONTOWN, Pa. — A western Pennsylvania woman is in jail on charges she fatally beat her 3-month-old son with a piece of a crib she was assembling last August. Official says northwest Pakistan mosque bombing was suicide attack, death toll hits 30PESHAWAR, Pakistan — A government official says an attack on a northwestern Pakistan mosque was carried out by a suicide bomber and that the death toll has hit 30. Bundesbank: German economy will stagnate in 2010 after 6.2 percent plunge this yearFRANKFURT — Germany’s economy will shrink by 6.2 percent this year and stagnate in 2010, the country’s central bank said Friday, delivering a forecast more pessimistic than the government’s. Pakistan: Security forces block Swat residents from returning homeGOT KOTO, Pakistan — Hundreds of Pakistani refugees were stopped from returning to their homes in the Swat Valley on Friday, even after the army chief said the battle against the Taliban there had “decisively turned” in the military’s favor. Justice Department admits new prosecution mistakes, seeks release of 2 Alaska officialsWASHINGTON — Attorney General Eric Holder asked a court Thursday to release two imprisoned former Alaska state lawmakers after the Justice Department found prosecutors improperly handled evidence in their trials on corruption charges. Oil hits new high for year; near $70 per barrel on weak dollar and lower jobless numbersNEW YORK — Oil prices on Thursday set a new high for the year, buoyed by a weaker dollar and the first drop in unemployment since January. New report criticizes China’s use of ‘no strings attached’ aid to further their interestsWASHINGTON — A joint report by a human rights group and U.S.-funded broadcast services accuses China of deceptively distributing billions of dollars in aid to Africa and other regions in no-strings-attached packages that promote Chinese power while subverting human rights. White House gives Senate panel documents on Sotomayor’s speeches, writings, nominationWASHINGTON — The White House delivered a huge portfolio of Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor’s writings, speeches and rulings to Capitol Hill Wednesday, with details about the federal judge that will shape the debate over seating her on the court. IRS seeks more regulation, possible licensing of tax preparers to reduce fraud, mistakesWASHINGTON — The IRS wants to start regulating paid tax preparers used by more than half the nation’s taxpayers in an effort to reduce fraud and errors. ‘Kill Bill’ star David Carradine found dead in Thal capitalBANGKOK — Much like the character that made him famous, David Carradine was always seeking, both spiritually and professionally, his life forever intertwined with the Shaolin priest he played in the 1970s TV series “Kung Fu.” US envoy Holbrooke meets Pakistanis made refugees by military-Taliban fight, promises aidMARDAN, Pakistan — A top U.S. envoy expressed sympathy Thursday to refugees displaced by Pakistan’s military offensive against the Taliban and promised them more aid from Washington. OAS ends Cuba suspension after 47 years, marking shift in US relations with regionSAN PEDRO SULA, Honduras — The Organization of American States cleared the way for Cuba’s possible return to the group by lifting a 47-year ban on the communist-run country, a move backed by Washington despite initial objections. Oil rises to near $67 in Asia as 3-month rally resumes after heavy selloffSINGAPORE — Oil prices rose to near $67 a barrel Thursday in Asia, resuming a 3-month rally after a jump in U.S. crude inventories triggered a sharp pullback a day earlier. Lawmakers raise questions about dealership losses, government aid in GM, Chrysler bankruptciesWASHINGTON — Government-led bankruptcies of General Motors and Chrysler are drawing opposition in Congress, where bailout-weary lawmakers want explanations for the billions in more federal aid and the planned shuttering of hundreds of car dealerships. OAS overturns Cold War ouster of Cuba, but Cubans say don’t want to returnSAN PEDRO SULA, Honduras — The Organization of American States voted by acclamation on Wednesday to revoke the 1962 measure suspending communist Cuba, overturning a landmark of the Cold War in the hemisphere. AP source: General Motors considering further temporary plant shutdowns to control inventoryDETROIT — General Motors Corp. is evaluating the temporary closure of more factories in the third quarter as it tries to control inventory to prepare for its exit from bankruptcy protection, a person briefed on the plans said Wednesday. Methanol might just turn out to be the fuel of the futureLONDON - In a new research, scientists have suggested that methanol might just turn out to be the fuel of the future, not hydrogen. Phonecams may help scientists hunt for MartiansLONDON - Using phone cameras, scientists can one day hunt for Martian life, by looking for organic matter that could indicate life. Christie, Corzine win NJ governor’s race primaries, will face each other in NovemberTRENTON, N.J. — Moderate Christopher J. Christie walked to victory in the Republican gubernatorial primary Tuesday, fending off challenges from two more conservative rivals and setting up a long-anticipated November matchup with the unpopular incumbent Democrat. Obama chooses upstate NY Republican to be next secretary of Army; praises John McHughWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Tuesday picked a Republican congressman known for his even temperament, willingness to work with Democrats and a steadfast support for the troops to become the top civilian leader of the Army. Senate’s top Democrat praises Sotomayor, says public will identify with her ‘underdog’ pastWASHINGTON — The Senate’s top Democrat praised federal judge Sonia Sotomayor Tuesday as an extraordinarily well-qualified Supreme Court nominee whose background as an “underdog” appeals to Americans. Stormy seas, heavy clouds hamper Atlantic Ocean search for missing Air France jetRIO DE JANEIRO — Stormy seas and heavy clouds hampered the search Tuesday for wreckage of Air France Flight 447, which disappeared over the Atlantic Ocean with 228 people aboard. French investigators said a series of extraordinary events likely brought the airliner down. NKorea pushes forward with missile preparations as leader Kim reportedly anoints successorSEOUL, South Korea — North Korea pushed forward with preparations to test-fire more missiles in the wake of last week’s nuclear test as leader Kim Jong Il moved to anoint his third son as heir to the world’s first communist dynasty, reports and experts said Tuesday. Pakistani court orders authorities to free Islamist leader allegedly linked to Mumbai attacksLAHORE, Pakistan — A Pakistani court ordered the release Tuesday of the founder of banned Pakistani militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba because there was insufficient evidence to link him to last year’s deadly Mumbai attacks. India immediately condemned the ruling. US official warns of missile test amid reports NKorea’s Kim has chosen son as successorSEOUL, South Korea — North Korea was preparing to launch a medium- and a long-range missile, following up on its nuclear test last week, amid moves by Kim Jong Il to anoint his third son as heir to the world’s first communist dynasty, reports and experts said Tuesday. |
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