Mrs. Obama leads G-20 spouses on tour of Pittsburgh performing arts school, Warhol museumPITTSBURGH — First lady Michelle Obama, a supporter of arts education, says the arts are a form of diplomacy that challenges assumptions and helps people learn from and inspire each other. Disappointing economic reports signal bumpy recovery as government supports winds downWASHINGTON — A reminder that the path to an economic recovery will be a slow and bumpy one emerged Friday from weaker-than-expected data on durable goods orders and new home sales. Big airlines add $10 surcharge on 3 busy days around Thanksgiving, New Year’sMINNEAPOLIS — Several big airlines this week have added $10 surcharges for most of their tickets for travel on three busy days around Thanksgiving and New Year’s holidays. Questions about France’s role in Holocaust at center of training for defense recruitsPARIS — The French official choked on the words he read to a room of Defense Ministry recruits and swallowed back tears as he tried to kick off an unusual program aimed at teaching about the Holocaust. Mrs. Obama leads G-20 spouses on tour of Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts SchoolPITTSBURGH — Comparing the arts to a form of diplomacy, first lady Michelle Obama on Friday promoted arts education while treating her counterparts to tours of two of this city’s leading cultural institutions. Durable goods orders, new home sales in August disappoint, signal bumpy recoveryWASHINGTON — Orders for durable goods like aircraft and electronics fell unexpectedly in August, while sales of new homes rose less than expected. The weak reports renewed concerns about whether the economy can sustain a recovery with consumer spending held back by job losses, tight credit and falling home values. American and United add $10 surcharge on 3 busy days around Thanksgiving, New Year’sMINNEAPOLIS — American and United airlines this week have added $10 surcharges for most of their tickets for travel on three busy days around Thanksgiving and New Year’s holidays. Orders for durable goods fall unexpectedly in August as demand for aircraft dropsWASHINGTON — Orders for goods expected to last at least three years fell unexpectedly in August due mainly to a drop in demand for commercial aircraft. The worst reading since January for durable goods is evidence that any recovery in manufacturing will be slow and gradual. Brandeis President Jehuda Reinharz to step down; says decision not due to museum controversyWALTHAM, Mass. — The president of Brandeis University, who came under intense criticism for recommending that the school close its art museum and sell parts of its $350 million collection, says he is stepping down. Mrs. Obama plans hands-on day for summit spouses at performing arts school, Andy Warhol museumPITTSBURGH — From the pop artistry of the late Andy Warhol to the work of student performers, a display of arts was in store for the spouses of world leaders on the final day of an international economic summit. Anglo-Saxon treasure found in British farmer’s field offers new insight into early rulersLONDON — It’s an unprecedented find that could revolutionize ideas about medieval England’s Germanic rulers: An amateur treasure-hunter searching a farmer’s field with a metal detector unearthed a huge collection of Anglo-Saxon gold and silver artifacts. Panel says US should expand national parks, spend more to preserve them for future generationsWASHINGTON — An independent panel says the U.S. should invest more money in its national parks to preserve them for future generations. Cypress Gardens theme park in Fla. closes doors; looking for buyer, renterWINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Cypress Gardens, which reigned as Florida’s grandest theme park in the days before Disney, has shut down while its owners try to sell the attraction. Chinese official denies reported ban on foreign visitors in Tibet during sensitive anniversaryBEIJING — A Chinese official on Thursday denied reports that Tibet will be closed to foreign visitors over the sensitive Oct. 1 national day period. Huge hoard of Anglo-Saxon treasure found in Britain, could be largest ever recoveredLONDON — An amateur treasure hunter prowling English farmland with a metal detector stumbled upon the largest Anglo-Saxon treasure ever discovered, a massive collection of gold and silver crosses, sword decorations and other items, British archaeologists said Thursday. Michelle Obama to treat G-20 spouses to dinner at Heinz Kerry farm, lunch at Warhol museumPITTSBURGH — First lady Michelle Obama is taking on a new role as international hostess when she welcomes the spouses of world leaders headed to this river city for a two-day economic summit. Search under way in Alaska waters for 67-year-old woman reported missing from cruise shipANCHORAGE, Alaska — A search has been launched in the waters of southeast Alaska and Canada for a 67-year-old woman reported missing from a cruise ship. Report: Blackstone Group considering buying Anheuser-Busch InBev’s amusement parksNEW YORK — Private equity firm Blackstone Group is looking into buying Anheuser-Busch InBev’s theme parks, including its three SeaWorld venues and two Busch Gardens, according to a media report Wednesday. 8 tips for a comfortable air travel experience that probably weren’t on your radarATLANTA — Ever get thirsty during your flight and wished you didn’t have to wait an hour or so for the beverage cart to come down the aisle? British Museum seeks to remake Montezuma’s reputation with major show about last Aztec rulerLONDON — The world-famous British Museum, home of the contested Elgin Marbles sought by Greece, is leaping into another controversy with a special exhibit re-examining the life of Montezuma, the doomed last ruler of the Aztecs. Museum displays famous Hope Diamond without its ornate setting for first timeWASHINGTON — For the first time, the famed and feared Hope Diamond is on display au naturel. Airline ticket buyers will get a new way to spend a little more, for charityMINNEAPOLIS — Travelers who buy airline tickets already wrestle with add-ons like cars, hotels, or planting a tree to make up for the jet fuel planes burn. Soon, they may be able to donate to fight AIDS in developing countries, too. US postal museum in DC receives $8M for larger gallery; businessman also loans rare stampsWASHINGTON — The National Postal Museum has received an $8 million donation to build a new street-level gallery in Washington, D.C. Armed soldiers patrol Beijing, Tibet shuts to foreigners as China prepares for anniversaryBEIJING — China has closed Tibet to foreign tourists and deployed soldiers armed with machine guns in the streets of Beijing — part of a raft of stringent security measures ahead of the 60th anniversary of communist rule. Even kite-flying has been banned in the capital. CAPITAL CULTURE: Since becoming president, Obama spends little time on Chicago’s South SideCHICAGO — A jogger has to alter his route because of security barricades. But a local barber shop is enjoying a tourism boom. And neighborhood residents have gained a reason to brag to friends — all thanks to President Barack Obama. China bans foreign tourists from Tibet ahead of Beijing celebrationsBEIJING — China has banned foreign tourists from traveling to Tibet ahead of a parade in the capital to mark 60 years of Communist rule, an official said Tuesday, amid stepped-up security across the country to ensure nothing mars the celebrations. Athens no longer a discount destination, but bargains still existATHENS, Greece — Athens is no longer a discount destination. Paris catacombs closed to public due to vandalismPARIS — Paris’ underground bone collection, the catacombs, has been closed to the public indefinitely after being vandalized. Elderhostel group tours changing program name to ExploritasBOSTON — The travel organization Elderhostel is changing its program name to Exploritas and opening up tours and activities to all travelers 21 and older. Cruises to sail from Charleston, SC, year-roundCHARLESTON, S.C. — The Carnival Fantasy ship will homeport in Charleston year-round beginning in May. |
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